Chapter 662: Rumors
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
“There’s no need. I have nothing to say to you! Young Master Fang, if you come to eat noodles in the future, we welcome you. If you still have other intentions, I’m sorry, but we don’t welcome you anymore! I still have something on in the shop, so please see yourself out!” With that, Li Xiaoqing stood up and left.
Fang Jun was a little displeased by Li Xiaoqing’s cold treatment.
Fang Jun stared at Li Xiaoqing’s departing figure with a dark expression.
Unfortunately, Old Madam Jin, who had been paying attention, saw his change in expression.
Fang Jun realized that there were still people in the courtyard, so without saying anything, he quickly left.
Changsheng suddenly said, “Granny Jin, that person isn’t a good person!”
Old Madam Jin said, “You’re right. Not only isn’t this person a good person, but he’s also a ruthless person! It seems that I have to remind Xiao Qing!”
However, before Old Madam Jin could find time to tell Li Xiao Qing about this, some rumors were spread around outside.
It was said that Li Xiaoqing was spotted on a secret rendezvous with a man. Someone saw the two of them standing together and talking intimately.
Soon, many people knew about this.
Many people who had a good relationship with the Li family came to ask. Only then did Li Shun and Zhao Xiu find out about the rumors outside.
Zhao Xiu said angrily, “How despicable! It must be Young Master Fang. Only he has such a motive! What is he trying to do? Does he want to use others to force us to agree to this marriage?”
Luo Ziyang’s expression darkened when he learned of this.
They really didn’t expect the Fang family to be so shameless.
After Old Madam Jin learned of this, she went straight to look for Li Shun and Zhao Xiu.
At this moment, Luo Ziyang rushed over. Then, the group walked towards the living room.
Old Madam Jin said, “This matter is probably just the beginning. Many things will happen in the future. The most important thing now is to protect Xiao Qing and prevent her from being plotted against. Think about it, it’s just a rumor now, but if they make the rumors seem like the truth, Xiao Qing won’t be able to clear her name! Don’t underestimate the evilness of human nature. Some people will do anything to achieve their goals!”
When Li Shun and Zhao Xiu heard Old Madam Jin’s words, they were shocked.
Zhao Xiu said angrily, “Then what should we do now? Aren’t we going to clarify things? Are we going to let others spread the rumors?”
Old Madam Jin asked, “How will you guys clarify it? Explain it to everyone you
Luo Ziyang didn’t have a good idea. He could arrange for someone to teach the Fang family a lesson and cause the Fang family to go bankrupt, but he couldn’t clear Xiao Qing’s name.
Old Madam Jin was very familiar with such methods. After all, how could she not be familiar with the methods used by concubines and mistresses?
“Rumors are just rumors. As they spread, they will naturally dissipate! We don’t have to befriend those who believe the rumors. If they hear the rumors and are still willing to believe in Xiao Qing’s innocence, they will be trustworthy. Therefore, this matter is also a good thing. At the very least, it can let you see clearly what the att.i.tudes of the people around you are! Just remember what I said just now. First, protect Xiao Qing’s safety and don’t let her be schemed against!”
Li Shun and Zhao Xiu planned to stop Li Xiaoqing from selling sliced noodles in the shop for the time being.
Li Xiaoqing shook her head when she heard her parents’ words.
“Father, Mother, why don’t we do this? The more I hide now, the more others will think that the rumors are the truth. I’ll just continue doing what I have to do! Don’t forget that I’m not an ordinary little girl now. I’ve also learned a lot from my mentor!”
Only then did Li Shun and Zhao Xiu remember that the news of Li Xiaoqing practicing martial arts hadn’t spread, so very few people knew about this.
Luo Ziyang said, “I also think you’re right. Continue doing what you have to do.
I’ll arrange for a few secret guards to secretly protect Xiao Qing!”
Old Madam Jin thought of something and reminded her, “Just be prepared. There’s really no need to avoid him. However, if Young Master Fang comes again, avoid him. Don’t talk to him anymore. Don’t say a word to him!” Li Xiaoqing nodded and remembered Old Madam Jin’s words.
After that, Luo Ziyang sent Old Madam Jin home.
On the way back, Old Madam Jin reminded her.
“Ziyang, you should also know that with your brother and his wife’s ident.i.ties, they are destined to implicate everyone around them. Now, these people’s schemes seem to be targeting Xiao Qing, but in fact, they’re targeting your brother and Madam. You should inform them as soon as possible!”
Luo Ziyang nodded and took Old Madam Jin’s words to heart.
As soon as Li Xiaoran finished recuperating in Nanping Town, she received a message from Luo Ziyang.
Her good mood was instantly ruined.
“These people are really scheming.” Li Xiaoran said angrily, “They’re actually targeting my sister, Xiao Qing!”
Seeing that Li Xiaoran was furious, Luo Cheng thought for a moment and said, “I’m afraid there will be more such things in the future! When our a.s.sets and strength are revealed, there will probably be more people eyeing us!”
“Then what should I do? I have to go back! If I don’t settle Xiao Qing’s matter, I won’t be able to work in peace!” Li Xiaoran was extremely anxious.
“Whenever your family is involved, you start to panic! The Fang family might not have done this. I think there must be someone else behind this. If you don’t believe me, let’s make a bet. If we go back now, the other party won’t attack! Let’s wait and see!” Luo Cheng seemed to have thought of something and sneered.
Li Xiaoran said angrily, “No, I can’t risk my sister’s future happiness! Nothing is more important than Xiao Qing’s happiness!”
“Don’t worry! Xiao Qing is also my sister, so how can I sacrifice her happiness? Zi Yan will protect Xiao Qing. Xiao Qing herself is skilled in martial arts, so there won’t be any major problem! Xiaoran, think about it seriously. If we rush back now, that might be exactly what those people want!” Luo Cheng reminded.
When Li Xiaoran heard Luo Cheng’s words, she immediately calmed down.
“Husband, do you mean that someone doesn’t want us to come out and walk around but wants us to return to Hele Village and tie us down?”