Chapter 235: Let him settle it
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Qu Lianghua wanted to know what had happened between their family and Bai Wutong, so he quickly went to find out.
After knowing the whole story, Qu Lianghua finally understood why Little Cat said that he had learned it from the Qu family.
He finally knew why he had been talked about behind his back in the past two days.
Qu Lianghua did not know why his mother did this, causing the entire Qu family to be criticized.
He rushed to Madam Qu’s room. Madam Qu was so bored and was staring at Qu Xin’er learning etiquette.
Qu Xin’er bowed repeatedly and was already exhausted.
If she did not meet Madam Qu’s requirements, she would not let her rest.
Madam Qu said, “I’ve indulged you too much in the past and let you get away without understanding the rules. From today onwards, you have to act like a well- bred lady! ‘
Qu Liangyu’s appearance was a savior that had descended from the sky.
Qu Xin’er hurriedly bowed to him. “h.e.l.lo, Uncle.”
Qu Liangyu nodded, looking like he had something to say to Madam Qu. Madam Qu glanced at Qu Xin’er and waved her hand. “You can go back today!
We’ll continue tomorrow!’
Qu Xin’er rushed to the door excitedly and glanced back at Qu Liangyu ‘s dark expression. She opened the door and gestured for the maidservant to stay quiet as she eavesdropped.
Madam Qu could tell that her son’s expression was not good and asked worriedly, ‘What’s wrong? Did you eat something bad at the Cui family? Is your stomach not feeling well?’
Madam Qu continued, “The servants of the Cui family are getting better and better at fooling around. I asked the kitchen to prepare a pot of tea today, but it’s actually chrysanthemum tea. Such a low-grade tea, I really don’t know what the Cui family is thinking.”
‘When we first came, there were five dishes and a soup. In the past two days, there are only three dishes and a soup left. Moreover, the dishes are not that nice. On the surface, they say that they are delicious and nourishing. In fact, they are not unwilling to spend money for fear of wasting money.”
Qu Liangyu’s expression darkened when he heard that she was dissatisfied with the Cui family.
“Mother! So what if it’s chrysanthemum tea? I think it’s delicious and has the effect of relieving heat. Does the Cui family have to treat us with the most precious tea leaves?’
“Have we spent a penny on food and accommodation while staying at the Cui family? Moreover, can Mother guarantee that she can finish three dishes and a soup? Also, I feel extremely satisfied with these three dishes and soup every day. Our Qu family’s kitchen staff don’t even have such skills, yet Mother is complaining that the low-end ingredients aren’t worthy of your status.”
Madam Qu had only complained casually. She did not expect her son to have such a big reaction as if he had eaten dynamite. She said angrily, “Are you angry at me? For such a small matter?”
Who had she worked so hard for in her life!
If not for the fact that she was worried about her son and grandson, she wouldn’t have come to their house to suffer.
The more she thought about it, the more aggrieved she felt and her tears started falling to the ground.
Qu Lianghua was a filial son, but he was also full of grievances now.
Everything was fine before his mother came.
Qu Sheng and Qu Xian were also very well-liked in the academy.
Because Madam Qu had gone against Bai Wutong once and again, the entire Youjia Village started to be repulsed by them.
He could not care for himself and study, but what about the children!
They were still so young, but they were going to be affected when they were innocent?
Qu Liangyu sighed helplessly. “Mother, I didn’t mean that. I just hope you won’t find fault with the Cui family again and won’t do anything humiliating. ”
After being reprimanded by Qu Liangyu suddenly, Madam Qu’s tears fell continuously. “What fault did I find? I was just mentioning it casually. Besides, our family has helped the Cui family so much and bought so many things to save their lives. If they treat us so perfunctorily, how are they taking your father’s friendship to heart?”
“And how did I insult the Cui family?!” No matter how dissatisfied she was with Cui Lingyi, she still remained respectful on the surface.
Madam Qu did not realize that she was in the wrong at all.
Qu Liangyu broke it down and explained to her.
“The Cui family and Youjia village! Even without our help, they can live through the winter unscathed! Uncle Cui has long compensated us for the items in silver and he even gave us more than they were worth. Mother, it’s not like you don’t know about this! The Cui family doesn’t owe us anything! Mother, don’t take things for granted, okay? Father’s friendship isn’t supposed to be made use of like this!”
“You didn’t insult the Cui family, but you insulted Madam Bai! You used money to forcefully buy someone else’s house, so much so that everyone knows about it. Now, Sheng’er and Xian’er are being ostracized in the academy and even fought today! All of this was caused by you!’
Qu Liangyu poured out all the words he had suppressed in his heart.
After saying that, he met his mother’s incredulous expression and felt extremely regretful.
How could he talk to his mother like that?
While Qu Liangyu was feeling regretful, Madam Qu, who had returned to her senses, shouted, “Who spread it everywhere!” Then she affirmed herself, “It must be that woman surnamed Bai!”
It was impossible for the maidservant she brought to publicize it, so it could only be Bai Wutong doing it on purpose.
How hateful!
How could there be such a sinister and cunning woman in the world?
Madam Qu cursed viciously that Chu Tianbao would never be able to get into the imperial examinations in his life, and Bai Wutong would never be able to become an official’s wife.
Not only was Madam Qu sad that Qu Liangyu spoke to her like this, but she was also worried about her grandsons being injured. She hurriedly asked, ‘Where is Sheng’er and Xian ‘er hurt? Did you call a doctor? Who dares to hit my grandson? They are simply lawless. I’ll report it to the officials now!”
Qu Liangyu frowned. “The doctor has seen them. They’re fine now. The teacher has already punished them fairly. After all, it was Xian’er who attacked first. Don’t interfere in this matter.”
Madam Qu glared at him, and tears kept flowing out of her eyes. She choked and said, “Are you saying that I’ve embarra.s.sed you? Who am I doing all this for? It’s all so that you don’t have to live under someone else’s roof and watch their judgement! I was mocked by that woman, but when it comes to you, other than saying I’m wrong, you aren’t trying to understand your mother at all! Boohoo, my life is so bitter—”
Qu Liangyu frowned. ‘Mother, I don’t mean to blame you.”
If there was really no resentment or anger in his heart, the filial Qu Liangyu would not have said this.
The more Madam Qu thought about it, the more indignant she became. She said hatefully, “I’m going to look for that woman and question her face-to-face! How can she say that I was threatening her to sell it by force by offering her silver? With her ability, who can I force to sell?!”
“Bang—”
The door was pushed open and Qu Lianghua appeared in front of them with a solemn expression.
Qu Lianghua came to fetch Qu Xin’er and heard the argument between his brother and mother clearly from outside the door.
He thought that it was all his fault that Madam Qu would look for Bai Wutong.
Everything started because of him, so let him settle it.
Qu Lianghua looked like he was sacrificing himself. “Mother, come home with me!” As long as he and Mother left, Big Brother’s life in Youjia Village would definitely return to peace..