Chapter 168: Maternal Affection
When the light faded and the figure within appeared, a beautiful young woman stood before the Su residence’s main gate, instantly drawing a stir from the surrounding crowd and shock from the Su residence’s guards and attendants.
The crowd surged forward to greet her, but among them, a young servant’s expression suddenly changed. He glanced around and, seeing that no one was paying attention, stealthily slipped away, running deeper into the Su residence.
The first person to speak from the front of the crowd was Lao Li, who called out, “Miss, why are you back?”
The newcomer was none other than Su Qingjun. Her attire was the same as usual—red feathers draped over her shoulders and a long sword on her back—though her expression was not as pleasant. After scanning the crowd, she nodded to Lao Li and called out, “Uncle Li.”
Lao Li had served the Su family for many years and had watched the younger generation grow up. When Su Qingjun was still at home, she would always address him as Uncle Li. However, Lao Li, observing Su Qingjun’s demeanor, felt a pang of unease. While Su Qingjun had always been polite and composed, her current demeanor seemed to carry an underlying anger.
Standing on the steps at the main gate, Su Qingjun looked back and saw a large crowd gathered in front of the Su residence, all craning their necks to look this way. Her face darkened slightly, and she asked Lao Li, “What’s going on?”
Lao Li wasn’t sure how to respond, but under Su Qingjun’s stern gaze and the natural reverence for a Golden Core cultivator, he quickly made a decision.
No matter how arrogant the Su brothers were, they could not compare to this highly esteemed young woman.
Thus, Lao Li honestly recounted what he had seen, then pointed towards the crowd and added, “Young Masters Su Qian and Su Wen brought someone into the residence. These people have been gathered here for a long time, waiting and not dispersing.”