Chapter 20: Home Tutor
As expected, Zhao Mingfeng wasn’t pleased after learning about Bai Dajin’s ’shortcut’. Zhao Wanting immediately coddled her traumatised daughter protectively. Although the Zhao family was polite and spoke nicely, Bai Dajin was still ultimately banned from giving Anji any rides in the future. If anything, they expressed their concern for Yihao’s education under the White Tiger leader’s wing.
With the tongue lashing he received from Hong Nian Niang, Bai Dajin apologised and promised not to cause more trouble. Of the men present, he was the only one without any child-raising experience. It was understandable how he made foolish mistakes like this. However, unlike Yihao, who was born with a tough body and personality, Anji was like a porcelain doll.
While the adults bickered, Anji took time to calm herself down. As the initial shock wore off, she recalled the exhilaration of gazing at the rooftops from high above. It was a sensation she believed only birds could truly understand. If not for the fear of a perilous fall, Anji would have found this unique experience even more enjoyable.
"Mother, I’m ok. I’m not hurt at all, so please forgive Sect Leader Bai. He only took the shortcut because I missed lunch and was hungry..."
The toddler’s interruption reminded the adults about the more pressing matter.
"Oh dear," Wanting lamented, hugging her daughter tightly. "You’re absolutely right. Servants, serve the food now!"
Anji’s stomach grumbled as the tantalising dishes were served, reminding everyone just how hungry she was. Although her siblings weren’t at the table yet, Anji was permitted to start eating first instead of waiting for everyone to gather.
Kick-starting the party and ditching manners, Bai Dajin picked up a tender beef brisket from the dish in the middle of the large round table and placed it on top of Anji’s rice.
"A token of my apology," he explained. "Please forgive me, young princess."