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Gu Xiaoxiao, however, became enraged and slapped his hand away with a crisp "smack".

Gu Wanning blushed instantly when she saw her Ling Ge's hand.

"Gu Xiaoxiao, are you crazy! You failed to seduce a man, so you're taking it out on the child?" Gu Wanning yelled angrily.

She simply cannot stand seeing the elderly and children being bullied.

If you're so capable, why don't you go and challenge Xu Weibei!

Xu Weibei sneered.

When he was bullied, she pretended to be dead and watched the show; when she saw her Ling Ge being bullied, she immediately defended him, proving that she had never considered him one of her own.

He's still so concerned about her feelings; he's such a jerk!

Xu Weibei wanted to overturn the table even more now, but unfortunately there wasn't one in the yard.

The Gu family is only so big. Gu Wanning started yelling at people, and everyone came out.

Gu Xiaoxiao sat there, complaining with grievance, "I fell down, Ling Ge tried to help me up, but I couldn't grab him, and my second sister scolded me. I know my second sister keeps a close eye on her husband, but you don't have to think that everyone wants to climb the social ladder."

Gu Wanning was so angry she laughed.

Seeing her expression, Xu Weibei knew she was about to unleash her full potential, and a sense of anticipation inexplicably arose in his heart.

Waiting for a moment of refreshment.

"You don't want to climb the social ladder? There are only two men in the mansion today, your eldest and second brothers-in-law, and you've already used half a pound of powder on your face? You're dressed like this, you'd rather not wear anything at all, and you say you don't want to climb the social ladder? Look at the girls in the brothels, they at least know how to maintain their dignity and want men to fawn over them. But you shamelessly cling to them, how desperate are men to you!"

"You got angry and beat your nephew because your seduction failed, and now you have the nerve to lie and frame others? You have no shame!"

"Shut up!" Gu Yuanshi said. "Gu Wanning mustn't speak ill of her. This is your third sister, not an outsider. If she's wrong, you should teach her, why use hurtful words!"

"Teach her? Father, do you know what it means to be stubborn and incorrigible? That's exactly what she means. If she had even a shred of shame, she wouldn't do something as disgusting as eating the grass next to her own nest. It's fine if you help your relatives, but don't drag us down with you!"

"Gu Xiaoxiao, let me tell you, save your breath. The Gu family would never send two daughters to the same family! Your mother didn't teach you, but I'll teach you today what propriety, righteousness, and shame are. Also, don't let me see you bullying your Ling Ge again, or I'll beat you every time I see you!"

Bullying children, what a despicable person!

Xu Weibei: "..."

Damn it!

Her last words were not a warning to Gu Xiaoxiao not to seduce her.

She didn't even mention it.

It's enough to drive him crazy.

"I wouldn't even bother carrying your shoes, you woman. If you insist on having an affair with someone close to you, then next time go straight to the Prince," Xu Weibei said coldly.

"It's a misunderstanding, all a misunderstanding," the Prince of Qin laughed. "We're all family, and today is my father-in-law's birthday. It's not worth ruining our harmony over such a trivial matter."

Gu Wanqing stepped forward and helped Gu Xiaoxiao up. "Is Third Sister alright?"

"Big sister, I'm fine." Gu Xiaoxiao said, tears welling up in her eyes.

"It's good that you're alright. Third sister is new here and lacks manners a bit, but she'll learn more in the future. Your second sister is straightforward and doesn't mean any harm; she just wants what's best for you and hopes that we sisters will all meet good men, instead of being pointed at and gossiped about."

"I... I know..."

"Come on, let me help you freshen up. The feast will start soon."

"Um."

Wei Shi scolded Gu Wanning, "You silly child, why are you suddenly so angry? She's your own sister, why are you so upset? Your Ling Ge hasn't even done anything yet, and look how angry you are."

"Isn't your Ling Ge angry? He doesn't dare to be angry. He has to endure it in front of you in order to earn a word of praise from you. Originally, it had nothing to do with me, but I don't want him to go through the same grievances I've suffered," Gu Wanning said coldly.

She hated the Gu family's "putting the bigger picture" approach.

The closer you are to them, the more you will suffer grievances.

"Father, Mother, I know some of what I'm about to say will be offensive, and I'll only say it this once. Father and brothers have seen countless people outside; Mother and sister-in-law spend every day with Gu Xiaoxiao at home. I don't believe that you smart people can't see what kind of person she is."

"But for the sake of saving face, you insist on indulging her, confusing right and wrong, and only regretting it when things get out of control later."

"To be fair, with a personality like hers, whoever she marries, won't she bring misfortune to three generations? Yes, I wasn't reliable before either, but I couldn't bring myself to seduce a married man, especially my own brother-in-law."

Flaws can be tolerated, but if your bottom line is crossed, it means that person is not worth helping.

"What Father is doing is a momentous undertaking to transform the world. I hope she will not become a stain on Father's reputation."

"I've already made it clear from the start: I don't know Gu Xiaoxiao, and I will never acknowledge her as my sister. Whether I'm in the Marquis's Residence or establish my own household in the future, I will never let her set foot in my home. Whoever is magnanimous and willing to act like a bodhisattva, go ahead and do it. Don't drag me into this talk of sisterly affection; I find it disgusting."

"You, you--" Gu Yuanshi was so angry that his face turned red. He pointed at Gu Wanning and couldn't speak for a long time.

"Father-in-law, please calm down," Xu Weibei said, feeling relieved. "She's always been genuine, and I've always spoiled her. I'll talk to her about it when we get back, so please don't get angry with her."

The implication is clear: My people, shut up, it's none of your business.

"Father," Gu Anqi said, "It's all trivial matters, and people were just angry. It's not worth ruining your birthday banquet over such a small thing."

"Yes, that's right, it's rare for the whole family to get together," the Prince of Qin added, trying to smooth things over.

Gu Yuanshi was then persuaded to go inside.

"It just exploded suddenly," Xu Weibei said, looking at Gu Wanning.

I can't quite put my finger on what's wrong with me...

This home seems morally unacceptable, yet it's filled with a depressing atmosphere.

You think you know they're not bad people, that they're all great, as if you're the petty, calculating person in the middle.