Chapter 295 - 294: Tearing Off the Fig Leaf Directly
Xiao Zhanrui watched Qin Liuxi enter the residence and ordered the steward to prepare what she needed, feeling so uneasy that he promptly went to report back to his parents.
Governor Xiao was still pondering how to entertain Heir Mu when he heard about this, and it reminded him of an even more important pressing matter in his house, particularly with Heir Mu being there, a tinge of gloom inevitably appeared on his face.
Firstly, he feared that Heir Mu would notice the mockery and spread it in the capital, bringing shame to the Xiao Family. Even if his daughter regained consciousness, she would only be able to live the rest of her life like a nun in a green dress.
If it came to that, they might as well have let Han’er succumb to her illness, rather than bring humiliation upon the family.
The more Governor Xiao thought about it, the more somber his handsome, bearded face appeared.
Mrs. Xiao had recently been so worn out by her daughter’s troubles that she had fallen ill. Now trying to stay strong despite her sickly state, she heard her son’s report and nearly passed out, shivering as she asked, "Could this master be exaggerating the severity to inflate her own importance?"
"Mother, you know very well whether the situation in little sister’s yard is as serious as the master has said," Xiao Zhanrui said with great distress. To keep away from these vexing matters, he had sent his children temporarily to their maternal grandparents’ home, so he was particularly eager to see his home restored to its former tranquility.
At the mention of the sordid situation in her daughter’s yard, Mrs. Xiao burst into tears again.
"Enough, stop crying. Since the master has come and has made arrangements, she must have a plan in mind." Governor Xiao waved his hand impatiently, adding, "Old Yu is not the type to make irresponsible remarks. Since he recommended her, he must trust in her abilities. Let’s just wait and see what she can do."
At this point, there wasn’t much else to do, and Mrs. Xiao could only nod through her tears.
To show respect for Qin Liuxi, the whole family personally went to the guest garden to greet her, and since Mu Xi was also there, it wouldn’t be proper for the hosts to avoid meeting the distinguished guest.