Chapter 223 - Chapter 223: Swearing
Chapter 223: Swearing
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
“I am here not to coerce Third Aunt. The elders within the family have heard of Zhenzhen’s exceptional medical talents, and they wish for her to pursue further studies within the Jiang Family, with hopes that she can attain even greater heights. ”
Jiang Yu intervened to prevent Grandma Qin from making the oath, as he desired to prevent any further deterioration in relations between the two families.
Furthermore, he harbored suspicions that Third Aunt’s account might hold truth, or else she wouldn’t have taken the oath.
Pending a clear understanding, he felt compelled to interject positively.
Nonetheless, Grandma Qin responded with a scornful sneer. “You’re painting quite the rosy picture! Do you truly think I’m blind to the reality?”
“Had you approached me first, I might have shared my culinary and medical expertise with the Jiang Family out of familial consideration.”
“Yet, you didn’t. Instead, you attempted to abduct Zhenzhen!”
“Over 40 years ago, the Jiang Family resorted to underhanded tactics against me. And now, four decades later, you employ the same treacherous ploy against my granddaughter!”
Though aware of the historical kidnapping of Qin Zhenzhen, Jiang Yu feigned ignorance. “Third Aunt, is there a misunderstanding at play here?”
“I may not have been alive over 40 years ago, but I’ve heard from preceding generations that the culprits were enemies of the Jiang Family. How could they possibly be affiliated with you?”
“To my knowledge, the Family Head never hinted at any intent to abduct Zhenzhen. Our visit to you was intended not just to pay our respects to Third
Aunt, but also to facilitate Zhenzhen’s training…”
Grandma Qin snorted, disinterested in Jiang Yu’s explanations. “Zhenzhen, display the knife.”
“Very well.” Qin Zhenzhen placed the knife upon the table.
Jiang Yu found himself taken aback by the sight of the knife. It appeared that Third Aunt had identified the blade as belonging to the Jiang Family.
Yet, he had resolved not to admit to such a connection.
“This blade prominently bears the emblem of the Jiang Family. What could possibly be the explanation?”
Observing the shift in Jiang Yu’s demeanor, Qin Zhenzhen’s expression twisted into a mocking sneer.
“Are you truly oblivious to this? Then allow me to reiterate.”
“Just last month, on a morning like any other, a group of men dressed in black allegedly bribed local ruffians and ambushed both me and my younger sibling in a secluded grove. They posed as highwaymen and even attempted to abduct me using sacks!”
“Thankfully, my spouse’s second sibling appeared in the nick of time. Those black-clad individuals couldn’t stand their ground, and they even turned violent, targeting my younger sibling. Ultimately, my husband’s second sibling bore the brunt of their aggression.”
“Had it not been for their intervention, my younger sibling might have faced grave misfortune.”
“We carried the recovered knife home for my grandmother’s assessment, and upon contact, she immediately identified it. This knife holds significant significance in your family.”
“If you claim ignorance of this event, are you prepared to swear upon it?”
After a brief pause, Jiang Yu responded, “One of the most dubious acts is taking oaths, which is why I discouraged Third Aunt from resorting to it. Engaging in such mundane matters holds no appeal for me.”
“Nevertheless, let me clarify a few things. Do you believe a solitary knife is sufficient evidence to implicate the entire Jiang Family in this affair? Your haste is reckless!”
“You see, the Jiang Family has lost many a knife resembling this one. Perhaps someone is orchestrating a scheme against us.”
“With a family as accomplished as the Jiangs, there’s no need to magnify an incident involving a married woman.”
“I earnestly hope that Third Aunt can avoid misconstruing our intentions.”
“I will promptly relay your statements to the Family Head, who will dispatch a team to probe this matter thoroughly and furnish you with a satisfactory response..”