Chapter 132 - Chapter 132: I, Lu Sanniang, Am Not Scared
Chapter 132: I, Lu Sanniang, Am Not Scared
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
“You should be content. You spent a thousand taels to marry a bride worth tenfold, and you acquired a profitable recipe. Instead of making the most of these advantages, you tried to take shortcuts, were insatiable, and even wanted to demand another recipe. You haven’t helped Madam Qiao at all, nor have you provided any benefits. Now, when things go wrong, you dare to come and question her. No wonder the Feng family is just an ordinary family in the county. With your behavior, you’ll remain that way for the rest of your lives!”
Old Mister Wang threw his sleeves and left, leaving the Feng family members bewildered in the living room.
“What is going on? We only came to inquire. Why is she angry? Qiao Mai can just deny it if it’s not her.” The Feng family members wore unpleasant expressions.
Xin’er’s eyes were red as she slumped into a chair, covering her face and crying. “What did I do wrong? Why is Master treating me like this?”
Madam Feng hurried over to comfort her. “Don’t cry. You are such a good girl. They don’t understand you, but we do. Everything you’ve done is for the good of the Feng family and the sake of your husband.”
“Mother, I’m so unfairly treated.”
Just as she cried, Lu Sanniang rushed into the living room, and upon seeing the Feng family, she stood still, catching her breath.
“Why are you here?”
“What can I say? We only came to ask Madam Qiao a question, and she turned against us. Even the Wang family didn’t show us any good manners. Is it necessary? It’s not a big deal at all.”
Shopkeeper Lu asked coldly, “Is it necessary? Ruxin, do you think it’s necessary? What kind of character is your Master? Don’t you know?”
“Mother, there’s a new shop that just opened across my shop. Who else but Master has the prescription?”
“Do you guarantee your employees won’t leak it out? Can you guarantee that others won’t come to your shop to check it out secretly?”
“I… I guarantee.”
“What can you guarantee? When things get busy, who has the time to pay attention? Besides, does the taste of the shop across the street resemble yours?”
“Not the same, but it’s close.”
“So you came to accuse us without any evidence?!”
The Feng family members hung their heads low.
Shopkeeper Lu said with clenched teeth, “Lu Ruxin, let me tell you, your master doesn’t owe you anything. Giving you the recipe is a matter of friendship. Not giving it is her prerogative. You haven’t paid a single penny, nor have you given her any profits.”
“When trouble arises, you come to our house to hold her accountable. Lu Ruxin, you have really thickened your skin since you married.”
“Qiao Mai can give her recipe to whomever she wants. Are you still shameless enough to come here? Let me ask you, who invited you to the Wang family for the New Year?”
“Mother, what’s wrong with going to the Wang family?”
“What’s wrong with going to the Wang family? Bah! You think you’re worthy. What kind of family are they, and what are we? My sister asked you to get close to Old Mistress Wang because you could seek help from her in desperation.”
“Do you have any major issues? The first time you didn’t understand, that’s fine.
“I taught you again, but you still don’t understand. These are your Master’s connections, which she worked hard to establish. They only recognize my sister, do you understand?”
“Even if you want to flatter them, you must go through your Master. Do you know that when you visit a prominent family, you need to send a written request?”
“How can you be so clueless and not pay attention to anything? Think twice before you act. How did I teach you? Huh?”
Shopkeeper Lu scolded Lu Ruxin, but she was also indirectly insulting the Feng family.
Mr. Feng, Madam Feng, and Feng Yinshi all hung their heads, not daring to say a word.
“I’ve never seen anyone as foolish as you. We had a good relationship, but you stirred things up. You don’t even know where you went wrong, yet you act self-righteous. Get out of my house immediately, and don’t ever come back through my door.”
“Hmph, we won’t come back. Who cares? Just remember, your daughter is earning her livelihood in my house.”
“Nonsense. Your family relies on my daughter’s dowry to survive. You shameless people, what are you putting on airs for?”
“You… You shrew!”
“Shrew? I’m not as shameless as you are. You thought of corrupting my daughter’s thoughts. What kind of person are you? Back then, you deliberately tried to establish a relationship with my family, but now you act like we owe you something. Do you dare to try and torment my daughter now? I’ll let you disappear in the county.”
“You!”
“How dare you try to scheme against me, Lu Sanniang? You better open your eyes wide. The Feng family is just an insignificant household in this county. Don’t think living in the county makes you superior. If I make a move, expect to be ruined. Shameless! Do you dare to threaten me? I can crush all of you!” “Are you not afraid I’ll harm your daughter?”
“Humph, I am not someone to be frightened easily. If you dare lay a finger on my daughter, I’ll have no qualms about taking action against your family. I’d trade her life for the lives of you all. You think it’s worth it?”
“Fine, you win! We’re leaving!”
Mr. Feng was so frightened by Lu Sanniang’s intimidating presence that he hastily pulled Madam Feng and left.
Lu Sanniang pointed at Ruxin. “Xin’er, you married into the Feng family, and they sought you out. You don’t need to please them. If you stubbornly act the same, don’t blame me for disowning you.”
As Ruxin was pulled away by Feng Yinshi, she walked while crying and looking back.
This scene was heartbreaking for those who witnessed it. Lu Sanniang, overwhelmed with anger, sat down and cried.
Her daughter let her down, causing trouble with the Feng family like this. Ruyi ran into the living room. “Mother, what happened to you?”
Lu Sanniang cried as she hugged Ruyi. “Your useless sister brought people to our home and interrogated your Master about whether she gave the recipe to someone else. Qiao Mai hasn’t left the house since New Year’s. It’s driving me crazy!”
“Come to her senses? We’ll see.’
With Ruyi helping her, Lu Sanniang got up and returned to their courtyard. She didn’t go to the shop today, feeling too upset about her older daughter’s behavior.
Qiaomai had planned to take Ling’er for a horseback ride, but the situation had left her in a sour mood.
Upon hearing about the heated argument between Lu Sanniang and the Feng family, Qiaomai sighed. She had always known Lu Sanniang to be strong-willed, but she never expected her eldest daughter to be the cause of such turmoil.
Qiaomai found Lu Sanniang and grabbed her hand.
“Sister, I’ve given birth to such a difficult child, making you suffer. I’m sorry.”
“I’ve explained to her today that there will be no more master-disciple relationship between us. You don’t need to be sad. Whatever you decide to do with them is up to you.”
“That’s impossible. Even if it weren’t for you, I couldn’t tolerate this. If Ruxin changes for the better, she’s still my daughter. If she remains the same, I’ll consider her non-existent.”
“Whether she changes or not, she’s still your daughter. That’s a fact.”
“She’s been such a disappointment to me. I nearly depleted my family’s resources to make sure she had a grand wedding, but she degraded herself to please the Feng family.”
“Sigh, she hasn’t suffered yet. When she sees the true colors of the Feng family, she’ll come to her senses.”
“Ruyi also said the same.”
“Yes, Ruyi’s marriage must be handled carefully. If she chooses someone, let Mayor Qian help investigate. He has many connections and can inquire thoroughly.”
“Yes.”
“Don’t quarrel with him anymore. He’s a good person and capable. It’s nice to have someone to talk to when you get older. You can keep each other company as you age. He treats you well and is devoted.”
“I understand, sister. You must not be angry anymore.”