Chapter 94 - 94 094 Comes to beg for mercy refuses to give face and

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Chapter 94: 094 Comes to beg for mercy, refuses to give face and stubbornly resists Chapter 94: 094 Comes to beg for mercy, refuses to give face and stubbornly resists Though Pingjiang lay in the southern region, once the piercing wind blew, the sparse leaves turned yellow and winter had quietly descended. After lunch, Jiang Jinsang took Jiangjiang back to the East Courtyard for an afternoon nap, while the old master leaned back in a rattan chair under the veranda to soak up the sun, with Tang Yunxian sitting beside him, briefly updating him about Zhang Liyun and Tang Mo’s situation. The police investigation was underway and would soon enter the judicial process, which involved court hearings and required some time. “Just handle it as you see fit,” the old master squinted his eyes and hummed a segment of Pingtan opera, looking content and leisurely. From the corner of his eye, Tang Yunxian saw Tang Wan standing on the other side of the veranda feeding Hua Mei, and couldn’t help but move closer to his father, whispering, “Why did you arrange for Jiang Jinsang to stay in the East Courtyard?” There were many vacant rooms in the old house, and it was only this time when he returned home that he found out he was living in the same courtyard as his own daughter. “Why didn’t you notify me?” “This is my house, do I need your consent to arrange who lives where?” Old Tang glanced at him and snorted coldly. “That’s not what I meant!” “Xiaowu is here for medical treatment, and Wanwan’s courtyard is the quietest. What’s the issue?” The old master squinted his eyes. “The West Courtyard isn’t bad either. It’s not quite proper, all things considered... Are you hoping to play matchmaker?” His father, being protective, saw everyone as a potential “flower thief,” and unfortunately, he even seemed to encourage it. “Then go and tell him to move out now,” Old Tang huffed coldly. “You’re making this difficult...” Tang Yunxian felt helpless, as people had already settled in for quite a while—how could he just ask them to leave? “So, you do know it’s difficult,” Old Tang scoffed lightly. “When I was in trouble, you were overseas. It was Xiaowu who took care of everything, even inviting a specialist from Beijing for me. Now that you don’t need him anymore, you want to kick him out just like that?” “Dad, that’s not what I mean! I just think that at their age, being unmarried and living so close isn’t ideal...” The old master narrowed his eyes at him, “What’s not ideal about that? It’s only because you think the worst, assuming the same of the children.” “No, I...” “If there really is something, it’d be mutual consent. Are you planning to break them up by force?” “...” Tang Yunxian was a very refined and cultured person. When it came to acting shameless or indulging in verbal disputes, he could never outdo his father, who had grown more willful and unpredictable with age. Meanwhile, Chen’s mother called from inside, “Miss, your phone is ringing.” “Coming right away.” Tang Wan placed the bird food aside, wiping her hands as she walked inside. Seeing the caller ID, she frowned slightly, “Hello—Aunt He...” Tang Yunxian and Old Tang exchanged looks. A call from the He Family? “I was going to visit Old Tang at the hospital, only to find out you had been discharged,” the person on the other side spoke in a gentle tone. “Yes, we’re at home now, thank you for your concern.” “Did you return to the old house? I went to your villa in the city, and it seemed empty.” “Yes.” “Well, I’m currently at the gate of your old house. May I come in?” Tang Wan was at a loss for words; Mrs. He had clearly come prepared, blocking the doorway and knowing she was at home—it was hard to refuse. With a forced smile, she said, “Please wait a moment, I’ll come and let you in.” After hanging up, Old Tang whispered, “From the He Family? They’ve come over? About that matter?” Tang Wan nodded and went out to open the door. * The Tang family’s old residence was nestled in a narrow alleyway in the old district, with mottled walls and moss-covered stone paths. As soon as the door opened, a woman appeared before Tang Wan, dressed in a black long dress and a simple woolen coat. She was over forty, yet she looked distinctly radiant and delicate, starkly contrasting with her surroundings. She was He An’s mother—Lun Huiru. Her and her husband had approached Tang Wan several times before, and after a while, He An’s father ceased to appear, but Lun Huiru was persistent, seeking her out every now and then, sometimes just to chat, though the real intention was clear... To seek a reduced sentence for her son. “Auntie, you should have said you were coming, making you wait outside is really embarrassing.” Tang Wan politely welcomed her inside. “It’s quite sudden of me to drop by.” Just as Lun Huiru entered the courtyard, she saw Old Master Tang and Tang Yunxian and greeted politely, “Old Master Tang, Mr. Tang, I apologize for the intrusion.” “Have you had lunch?” Although the corners of the old man’s mouth were turned up, the smile did not reach his eyes. “Yes, I have.” “Why bring so many things when you come?” “They’re all things meant for replenishing health.” Lun Huiru smiled ingratiatingly. “I’ve been meaning to visit you, but knowing your health is fragile, I was afraid seeing me might anger you because of the mess my rascal son has caused. I only came after you were discharged from the hospital.” “Auntie, please sit down and have some tea.” Tang Wan brought out the tea. “Thank you.” Lun Huiru accepted the tea with a smile. She had originally intended to plead for her son, but knowing Tang Wan and Tang Yunxian were implacable, she decided to try her luck with Old Master Tang. After all, if Old Master Tang could overlook Tang Mo’s attempted murder, then there was a good chance he could also absolve her own son. After exchanging a few pleasantries, she smiled at Tang Wan and subtly brought up He An, “Wanwan is truly beautiful and sensible. You are truly fortunate.” “Not like our disgraceful one, so troublesome. I need to go to the police station later.” “I have only this one son, and he has truly broken my heart. It’s my fault for spoiling him, allowing him to commit those deplorable acts. I apologize on his behalf to Wanwan and all of you. Please don’t hold it against him.” With Old Master Tang present, neither Tang Yunxian nor Tang Wan said a word. For the sake of her son, Lun Huiru steeled herself. Just as she was about to speak and plead, Old Master Tang spoke. “It is indeed a significant responsibility on the parents’ part for He An turning out this way.” His words were simple and direct, leaving no room for face-saving. “His previous actions were too extreme. Without strict control, they have culminated in this disaster. It might be good for him to learn a lesson.” “You mentioned going to the police station; I plan on taking a nap soon...” This indirectly told her: Pleading? No chance! I’m going to sleep. You can leave now. Lun Huiru, having made the effort to visit but certainly not wanting to leave so easily, saw Old Master Tang getting up and picking up his cane and quickly intervened, “Old Master Tang, my son is only in his twenties. If he goes to prison...” “Right!” Old Master Tang interrupted her abruptly. “I’ve been following doctor’s orders regarding my medication and shouldn’t take any supplements. You should take back what you brought. I won’t be needing it, and it would be a waste to leave it here.” “Old Master Tang...” Lun Huiru instinctively tried to follow him, but Mrs. Chen stopped her with a smile, “Mrs. He, let me see you out.” Given that this was the Tang Family’s home, she didn’t dare cause a scene and could only leave feeling frustrated. Just after getting into her car and leaving, she was so angry that she smashed her phone. The car was already quite cramped, and the loud noise made the driver shiver and swerve the vehicle to one side, nearly causing an accident. “Ma’am, I’m so sorry.” The driver quickly apologized. “You don’t need to come to work tomorrow,” Lun Huiru snapped in annoyance. After all the effort it took to get to the Tang Family’s house, she’d indeed gotten through the door, but after just a brief chat in the courtyard and not even being invited into the living room, her gifts were rejected. Being bluntly turned away by Old Master Tang, she didn’t just lose face; she lost everything. ** After Lun Huiru had left, Tang Wan watched the old master take his medicine and then helped him back to his room to rest. “Grandpa, that Mrs. He’s face turned blue just now. She might be infuriated to death.” “He An did such things to you more than once. I haven’t even approached them for a settlement, and she still had the audacity to plead for leniency? No way,” Old Master Tang snorted coldly. “Has she been looking for you often? Ignore her.” Tang Wan nodded. This matter had already reached Jiang Jinsang in the front courtyard. He was sitting by the bed, flipping through a book of Qing history, while watching Jiangjiang sleep. “Grandpa...” Jiang Cuo whispered, “There’s something.” Jiang Jinsang closed his book and gestured for him to go outside to talk, but just then, Jiangjiang murmured in his sleep and kicked the blanket off. “Can’t you sleep peacefully?” Jiang Jinsang chided gently but still reached out to cover him with the blanket before stepping outside. In Jiangjiang’s dream, he was surrounded by a gang of carrot demons, and controlling these spirits was his despicable uncle.

Chapter 94 - 94 094 Comes to beg for mercy refuses to give face and

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