Full House Spring

Chapter 106 Escape

Cui's eyes suddenly widened, with obvious fear on her face. She took a deep breath and pretended to be calm:

"Miss Fang, you are not afraid of the wind blowing your tongue away. You haven't even entered our Kuang family yet, but you want to interfere in the affairs of the Kuang family. You really don't know the rules."

Xia Li tilted his head slightly, raised a sneer at the corner of his mouth, and said in a low voice:
"Aunt Cui is good at changing the subject. I hope you can be so confident when you are in front of the old man."

Xia Li's words were like thunder striking Cui's heart, making her shudder. She was angry and said in a sarcastic tone:
"In the end, it's just that you don't have the tolerance to tolerate others. Why do you have to find an excuse on me? Qingliu is well-educated, gentle and considerate. It's reasonable that she can attract Chengrui's heart. If you can't accept it, just cancel the engagement!"

Cui didn't want to have a meaningless argument with her, so she went straight to the point. However, Xia Li didn't buy it. She turned around and sat back in the armchair, reaching out to pick up the teacup. The tea swayed slightly between her fingers, but not a drop splashed. Her calm attitude seemed to absorb Cui's anxiety one by one, leaving only invisible pressure.

This pressure made the two children beside Qingliu a little restless, but Rong looked at her daughter with admiration and felt a sense of pride from the bottom of her heart.

Just as Cui was getting anxious, a little errand girl came in through the curtain. She whispered, "Madam, Miss, Lord Kuang and the old master of the Kuang family want to see you. Do you want to bring someone over?"

Rong had a faint smile on her face. In Cui's eyes, that smile was like ice, permeated with silent threats. She smiled and said:

"My good son-in-law has arrived at the right time. If we confront him face to face, everything will be clear. Please invite them in."

Cui and Qingliu both looked pale, as they had not expected Kuang Chengrui to react so quickly. Xia Li looked as if he was waiting for a good show.

Kuang Chengrui followed Fang Zongru and walked in with big strides. He was still wearing his official uniform, probably because he had come in a hurry after receiving the news. Old Master Kuang's eyes were like knives, sharp and ruthless as he looked at Cui. The unquestionable sense of control made her feel afraid.

Xia Li stood up and saluted the three people skillfully. Kuang Chengrui stared at her intently, as if he knew everything. He felt relieved when he saw Xia Li's eyebrows slightly raised and a faint smile on the corners of her mouth.

Rong saw the expressions of the young couple. She looked up at Old Master Kuang and said softly, "Old Master, you came at the right time. Madam Cui came to visit us without even saying hello. She knelt and cried and begged my daughter to agree to let Chengrui take a concubine. I was confused. What's going on?"

Old Master Kuang wanted to strangle Cui to death. His face was livid as he said, "My dear madam, you have misunderstood. Chengrui promised not to take a concubine in his lifetime, and he will never break his promise. I am ashamed to say that there are some conflicts in our house. This useless thing from the second room has developed jealous thoughts. She just can't stand seeing Chengrui getting better. I am sorry for not managing the family well."

Fang Zongru saw that his wife and daughter were not wronged, and said politely: "Old Master, don't blame yourself. Every family has its own problems. Even an honest official can hardly judge family affairs. Let's just clear up the misunderstanding."

Rong and Fang Zongru have always cooperated well, one plays the good cop and the other plays the bad cop. In short, they will never let their daughter suffer in vain. After all, Old Master Kuang is the elder, so Rong can't hold him accountable. She pointed her gun directly at Kuang Chengrui and said coldly:

"Chengrui, tell us clearly in front of the two elders, do you really have a secret affair with this woman?"

Kuang Chengrui clasped his fists and said respectfully, "In reply to your mother-in-law, I often help them because of my deceased brother. I never step into the house every time I go there, and I am accompanied by other brothers. If you don't believe me, you can go to the guard post to ask."

Rong naturally trusted her son-in-law's character. Since this young widow dared to do such a thing, she must have had some delusions in her mind. The lower the status of a person, the more shameless they are. She must face the reality today.

As expected, hearing Kuang Chengrui say this, Qing Liu showed an expression as if the sky had fallen, and she was about to cry:
"Brother Chengrui, how could you be so cruel to me? At first you really just felt sorry for us mother and son, but later you looked at me with eyes that clearly showed affection. I know you keep your promises and you can't mess around with an engagement, so I won't make it difficult for you. I'll come and ask Miss Fang for help. As long as I can stay with you for the rest of my life, I'll be willing to be your concubine. Why don't you understand my heart?"

For some reason, after hearing this touching confession, Xia Li wanted to laugh. She couldn't see Kuang Chengrui's expression, but only saw him walking towards Qingliu with steady and powerful steps.

The room was silent, as if every step was hitting the ground, shocking Qing Liu's heart. He said without any emotion, "Are you having hysterics? Otherwise, how could I think that your appearance would be pleasing to my eyes?"

Qing Liu showed an expression of disbelief on her face. She trembled and collapsed on the ground like a tree blown down by the wind, and said in a choked voice: "No, you looked at me with love in your eyes. I was not wrong! You just didn't dare to admit it."

Kuang Chengrui sighed, his eyes slightly cold, and said:
"It is really hard for you to be a widow and raise a pair of children. Tomorrow I will arrange for you to remarry. Your children will be taken care of by someone else, so that you won't go crazy and harm the children in the future."

Rong didn't expect Kuang Chengrui to be so decisive. She raised her eyebrows and said nothing more. Qingliu couldn't bear this huge blow and fainted on the spot. Cui looked at Qingliu lying on the ground with disgust.

Old Master Kuang raised his eyelids. He had no sympathy for the greedy woman. He looked at Cui with sharp eyes and said angrily, "Cui, why are you still embarrassing yourself here? Go home quickly. If I don't see you when I go back, you are not allowed to come back from now on."

This was the first time that the old man had disrespected Cui in front of outsiders. Her heart sank. How could she dare to continue making trouble? She immediately shrank back and walked out without even saying hello.

As soon as Cui left, a servant girl threw Qingliu out with her. Her two children watched over her and didn't even dare to cry out loud.

Seeing Xia Li's casual attitude, no particular emotion on her face, and still able to control the situation, Old Master Kuang was very proud. He thought that this granddaughter-in-law had done nothing wrong, and Cui could never get any good out of her. In the future, she would be able to control her younger brothers and sisters, and this was the true style of a mistress of the house.

The old man rolled his eyes and said in a clear and powerful voice: "Although what happened today was just a misunderstanding, it was our family that was disrespectful first. Chengrui should take your wife out to apologize!"

After saying this, the old man turned to look at Fang Zongru and said lovingly, "The young couple are about to get married. It's not appropriate to leave any grudges in their hearts. Let them talk it out. Do you think it's okay?"

Fang Zongru and Rong looked at each other. Neither of them was pedantic, and since they were still in their own house, they did not stop them. Fang Zongru said calmly, "It's good that you two have talked it out. Let's go for a walk in the garden."

Kuang Chengrui lowered his eyes to hide the joy in his eyes, bowed and took his leave to his elders, then followed Xia Li to the garden. The Fang family's garden scenery was outstanding, and even the mood was different when you were in it.

Kuang Chengrui looked around and pointed at an inconspicuous pavilion next to the rockery and said, "Shall we go sit there?" He stood before her with his head lowered. The midday sun fell between his eyebrows, tinging his narrow eyes with gentleness and moisture, neutralizing some of the sharpness and indifference.

Xia Li's eyes flickered slightly. She did not refuse and took the lead to walk towards the pavilion. After they sat down, they found that the rockery blocked their view and outsiders could not see what was going on inside.

It was a rare opportunity for the two to be alone before their marriage, so they should have a good talk. Xia Li didn't like being watched by others while they were in love, so after the maids served tea and snacks, he sent the servants away.

Kuang Chengrui personally poured tea for Xia Li. He said in a low voice, "I'm sorry to trouble you again. Did they make you unhappy?"

Xia Li picked up the teacup and took a sip, then said calmly, "Although we have only known each other for a short time, I know you would not do such an indecent thing. With your temperament, if you really had feelings for Qing Liu, you would have happily broken off the engagement with me and then brought her home in a sedan chair. There would be no talk of taking a concubine at all."

Kuang Chengrui smiled faintly when he heard this, his dark eyes were full of light, and he said with emotion: "You are right. Although I am not a gentleman, I will not let my sweetheart suffer any grievances."

When he mentioned his sweetheart, he looked at Xia Li with burning eyes. The two looked at each other, and Xia Li turned his head away, unable to resist. Kuang Chengrui immediately retracted his gaze and continued:

"Cui always oppresses my mother, and grandpa can't keep an eye on the inner house all day. I also have my work to do, so I can't take care of that. Grandpa will confine her to house arrest when we go back, and we will let her out after you and I get married."

Xia Li did not take Cui seriously. After all, they were not at the same level. She had the confidence and means. It would be easy to defeat her if she really wanted to. She looked at Kuang Chengrui and said gently and calmly:
"Qing Liu is fine. I know you don't care about her. If you really have a girl you like in the future, and she dares to act rashly in front of me, I will definitely not show mercy and will settle accounts with you as well. I am not one of those delicate girls!"

Kuang Chengrui was not angry but happy when he heard this. He looked at Xia Li intently and said firmly, "You have occupied my heart, leaving no space for anyone else."

Xia Li's breathing stagnated, her eyes lowered, her cheeks slightly flushed, and a blush quietly climbed up to the tips of her ears. She changed the subject and asked, "What were you hesitating about when you first met me?"

Kuang Chengrui's gaze seemed to be drawn by her, and he unconsciously moved closer to her. He whispered, "I'm hesitating whether to marry you first or notify the Fang family first..."

His approach made Xia Li's breathing a little unstable. She subconsciously pushed him away and said in a tense voice: "Don't fool me. You are obviously hesitating whether to let me recognize you as your relative. You are hesitating whether to marry me..."

Before she could finish her words, Kuang Chengrui suddenly bent down and kissed her on the lips. This strong and irresistible kiss was so hot that it made her heart tremble. In panic, she hugged his neck, and her lips and ears were filled with his scent, as if it was going to drown her heart.

Xia Li had a strong personality, and she would not suffer any loss even in this matter. Soon she took the initiative and asked for every inch of her desire tenderly and carefully.

Kuang Chengrui could feel the temperature of her body, soft and warm, reaching all the way to his heart.

He closed his eyes and breathed quietly, trying to suppress the restlessness in his body, but the warmth in his arms overwhelmed him. He fled in panic, but behind him came Xia Li's laughter as clear as a silver bell...

When Kuang Chengrui appeared in front of the old man again, he returned to his usual indifference. The grandfather and grandson got on the carriage. The old man looked at his grandson and asked suspiciously, "Why is your hair wet?"

Kuang Chengrui said calmly, "I saw some dirt on your face just now, so I washed it. How was your conversation with my father-in-law and mother-in-law?"

Old Master Kuang said in high spirits, "Of course we had a good chat. Did your wife make trouble with you? I told you to avoid suspicion. I will deal with Qingliu and her son. Don't get involved again."

Kuang Chengrui thought that Xia Li's body was still hot, so he said in a deep voice: "Second Aunt should teach her a lesson, so that she won't do stupid things again in the future."

Old Master Kuang was also very unhappy. He said coldly: "I know what to do. If you don't hit the snake at its weakest point, she won't feel the pain."

Kuang Chengrui nodded slightly. As long as his grandfather had the plan in mind, there was no need for him to say anything more. When the grandfather and grandson returned, Cui had already arrived home. She knelt upright in the front yard, which even startled Yu.

Seeing her eldest son and the old man coming back, she hurried over to greet them, and asked in a worried tone, "Dad, what happened? Why did my second brother's wife come back and kneel there?"

The old master disliked Cui and was also dissatisfied with his eldest daughter-in-law. If she had not been unable to establish herself, he would not have needed to make such plans for his eldest grandson. He said indifferently, "She brought the widow Qingliu to the Fang Mansion to cause trouble. She wanted to disrupt Chengrui's marriage, and you still knew nothing about it. I don't know how you are as a mother!"

Yu's face turned pale, and she looked at her son with a guilty look in her eyes. She rushed to Cui angrily, grabbed her clothes and asked, "Why do you always pick on my son? How can you be so shameless?"

Cui was afraid of the old master, but she never took Yu seriously. She sneered, "Why should the Fang family's marriage be your son's? My son Chengming is a scholar, he needs the help of the Fang family more. If the old master is unfair, I will fight for it myself. What's wrong with that?"

Yu gasped and said angrily, "You are despicable and shameless. I will beat you to death, you bitch!"

Yu raised her hand and slapped her in the face. Cui knelt on the ground and failed to dodge, so she was taken advantage of. The two of them fought back and forth, and the fight was fierce.

The old man and Kuang Chengrui watched coldly. In terms of scheming, Yu was no match for Cui, but in fighting, Yu's strength was more than enough to teach Cui a lesson.

Kuang Yulin heard the noise and rushed over. She saw her mother being pinned down and beaten by her aunt. She wanted to help, but Kuang Chengrui warned her, "If you interfere, don't blame me for being rude."

(End of this chapter)