After being jilted, the entire neighboring village was filled with deep regret.

Chapter 475 Picking Fruit from Others' Plants

Xiao Xi sighed in frustration and shook her head. "Actually, I have no right to accuse you here. After all, you were the one who bought me for Sister Yunyun, so you are my benefactor. But I really can't agree with what you've done."

I know you're in a difficult situation right now, Young Master Zhu. If you want to get rid of the Cen family and return to Zhaohua County safely, I can help you. I can also help you with your travel expenses, as a way of repaying the kindness you showed me back then.

But if you want to disrupt Yunyun and Acheng's peaceful life, I absolutely cannot allow it.

Zhu Yixuan gave Xiao Xi a deep look and refused her offer. "I will handle the Cen family's affairs myself. The Zhu family is not short of money. I only want the whereabouts of my son."

Xiao Xi instantly became furious. "And then what? What do you want to do? Ruin A-Cheng's life?"

Zhu Yixuan's expression froze. "What do you mean by that? That's my son. How could I possibly ruin him!"

Xiao Xi laughed sarcastically, "Young Master Zhu, you are not the same person you used to be. Do you know what people in the capital are saying about you now? Do you know your own reputation? By acknowledging A-Cheng, will you let others know that he has a father like you, and become a laughing stock?"

Zhu Yixuan's face was ashen, a fierce glint flashing in his eyes. "This is the capital. As long as we return to Zhaohua County, everything can start anew!"

"That's just wishful thinking on your part. He has a better future in the capital. Why do you think he'll go back to Zhaohua County with you? Let me tell you the truth, we're not short of money now. In fact, we're quite wealthy. He already has his own house and shop in the capital."

He also has an official father who has paved a bright future for him from an early age. In the capital, whether through the imperial examination or recommendation, he will be able to obtain an official position in the future. In addition, he has the connection with the sixth prince's concubine, so his future is bright.

And what about you? Your wife, Lady Cen, is the enemy of the Sixth Prince's concubine. If Acheng gets involved with you, everything he has in the capital will be ruined! You keep saying you won't harm him; if you truly care about him, then don't bother him!

Xiao Xi didn't want to be so blunt, but Zhu Yixuan was unyielding, so she had no choice but to harden her heart and reopen old wounds.

Zhu Yixuan's chest heaved violently, and he stood there motionless for a long time.

Xiao Xi went to greet the guests and didn't pay any more attention to him. She didn't say anything when she saw him leave with heavy steps and looking dejected.

Now that Zhu Yixuan knew that Xiao Xi was the owner of Xi Ji Mixed Food Shop, he quickly found out where Xiao Xi lived.

Looking at the two characters "Tang Mansion" on the house in front of him, Zhu Yixuan hesitated to move forward.

I don't know how long I stood there, but as a light drizzle began to fall, a horse-drawn carriage appeared at the corner of the alley.

Zhu Yixuan hid under the eaves in a corner.

The visitor stopped outside the Tang residence, knocked on the door, exchanged a few words with the gatekeeper, and then left.

Before long, the gates of the Tang residence opened.

Accompanied by her maids and servants, Ke Yunyun walked out of the courtyard gate and looked towards the end of the alley, craning her neck in anticipation.

When Zhu Yixuan saw the person he had been longing for, his heart raced. Just as he was about to step forward, he saw a carriage turn into the alley.

Ke Yunyun's smile gradually widened.

Just then, a little girl ran out of the courtyard, hugged Ke Yunyun's leg, and called out in a childish voice, "Mother, have Father and Big Brother come back?"

Ke Yunyun lowered her head and gently patted Tangtang's little head. "Come on, come on, why don't you go back inside and play with your little brother? It's raining, don't get splashed with water."

"No, no! I want to wait for Daddy and Brother. I haven't seen Brother in so long!" Tang Tang said in a soft and cute voice.

Ke Yunyun couldn't stand it, so she let her have her way.

The carriage arrived in front of the mother and daughter.

The maids and servants hurried over with umbrellas to help. Tang Yu and Tang Cheng got off the carriage one after the other, patted the rain off their clothes, and kept an eye on the servants carrying the boxes.

Tang Tang threw herself into Tang Cheng's arms, "Big brother, I missed you!"

"My darling!" Tang Cheng picked up Tang Tang and secretly took out a piece of candy. "This was given to me by Aunt Xi. Mom didn't know. Eat it quickly."

Tang Tang quickly peeled the candy, stuffed it into her mouth, and then secretly glanced back at Ke Yunyun. When she met Ke Yunyun's feigned angry eyes, she immediately buried her head in Tang Cheng's neck, her little bottom wiggling as she did so, looking incredibly cute.

Tang Cheng said indulgently, "Mother, don't keep scaring my sister."

"It's all your fault for secretly giving her candy!" Ke Yunyun said angrily.

Tang Yu immediately tried to smooth things over, saying, "Madam, don't be angry. I'll discipline the children for you later. It's rare for Acheng to be back on vacation, so it's okay to let them run wild a bit."

After saying that, Tang Yu earnestly instructed Tang Cheng: "I'll test your studies later. I was in charge of organizing the imperial examination in Zhaohua County this time. I've read some of the essays, and they're really good. You should take a look and study them carefully, and gather your wisdom from others."

"Yes! I'll go in a bit!" Tang Cheng carried Tang Tang straight into the mansion.

Tang Yu helped Ke Yunyun up and tried to calm her down.

Zhu Yixuan looked at the happy and harmonious family, his fists gradually clenched, letting the wind and rain come at him without dodging or avoiding them.

He stood under the eaves for almost an hour before turning to leave.

He didn't return to the Cen residence until it was dark.

Cen Li rushed over upon receiving the news.

"Where have you been? Don't you know your own physical condition? What if something happens to you while you're wandering around like this?"

Cen Li looked at Zhu Yixuan, who was soaking wet, with displeasure.

Zhu Yixuan scoffed lightly, but looked up with a sincere expression. "I'm sorry to have worried you, Uncle. I'm leaving tomorrow, so I'm going out for a walk to see the sights of the capital."

A flash of disdain crossed Cen Li's eyes. "Forget it, I don't want to pursue this any further. Let's leave early tomorrow so no one sees us."

Cen Mingzhu is now a disgrace to the Cen family. If the Cen clan members hadn't forbidden Cen Mingzhu from being buried in the clan, they wouldn't have allowed Zhu Yixuan to bring Cen Mingzhu's body back to the Zhu family for burial.

After leaving Zhu Yixuan's side, Cen Li immediately went to see Cen Yingfan.

"Brother, Zhu Yixuan is back. My idea is to create some accidents on their way back and kill Zhu Yixuan. Only the dead can keep secrets from being leaked."

Cen Yingfan hesitated for a moment, "What if he has a backup plan?"

Cen Li didn't take it seriously. "He left himself a backup plan to guard against us. As long as he really dies in an accident, the other side can't do anything about it. The journey is long and arduous, so he can just easily catch a serious illness, right?"

Cen Yingfan pondered for a moment, then slowly closed his eyes. "Make it discreet, so no one notices."

Cen Li was overjoyed. "Don't worry, brother, I will definitely arrange things properly."

This group is all their people; even if Zhu Yixuan has extraordinary abilities, he won't be able to escape.

Cen Li was full of confidence, feeling that everything was under his control, but he was slapped in the face the very next morning when he saw Zhu Yixuan off.