They've all separated, so what does it matter to me if they get poorer and poorer?

Chapter 197 Being a Guest
Madam Qin clenched her fists, wishing she could point her finger at her and demand an explanation.

"It's cool and spacious under the wisteria here, with a great view and beautiful scenery. I specially invited Madam Xu to sit down. What brings you here, Aunt? Madam Xu, this is our aunt, the young mistress of the Mo family in Changshui County. This is Madam Xu, and her brother-in-law is Liang Tongsheng, who is our best friend in Ning'an."

Xu Zhichun and Qin Xiuhe looked at each other; it was their first meeting, and neither of them had a very friendly look in their eyes.

After exchanging polite greetings, Qin Xiuhe scoffed dismissively, gracefully sitting down while fanning herself with a round fan. She smiled and said, "It's quite a coincidence that Madam Xu and her sister-in-law are so close to our Qin family. Madam Xu's products are sold to the Lotus Restaurant, and Madam Xu's brother-in-law is on good terms with Ning An."

Madam Qin smiled and said, "It's fate, isn't it? I was just saying that if our Ning'an could have a friend like Liang Tongsheng for a long time, it would be better than anything else. Madam Xu, please come visit us when you have time. It would be good for our two families to visit each other more often."

Xu Zhichun chuckled and nodded: "What you say is true, Madam."

Qin Xiuhe's face turned green. "I heard that Madam Xu came because of Ning'an falling into the water? Ning'an was so happy when she left home this morning. I never expected something like this to happen in your village. It's only right that Madam Xu comes to apologize."

Xu Zhichun sighed calmly, "Mrs. Qin is right. Our family bears responsibility no matter what. Fortunately, Ning'an is alright."

"Of course, otherwise your entire Liangjia Village couldn't afford to pay for it! That rural area is dangerous everywhere, and our Ning'an is precious. In the future, Madam Xu, you'd better not invite people to the countryside indiscriminately."

“How can you speak like that, Auntie? Madam Xu is my guest. What does this unexpected event have to do with Madam Xu? And what does it have to do with the countryside? According to you, Ning An should just stay indoors from now on. Otherwise, I’ll have to worry that he’ll trip over a stone every time he walks down this road.”

“How can this be the same? Sister-in-law, I am only concerned about Ning’an and want what’s best for her.”

"Auntie, stop worrying so much. Aren't Tianyao and Tianrui enough for you to care about?"

"How can these be the same? Ning An is my nephew."

"So Auntie knows that Ning'an is your nephew. I'm not so old that I can't move. I, as Ning'an's mother, can make the decisions."

"Sister-in-law's words are truly disheartening!" Qin Xiuhe was both angry and ashamed. She turned to Xu Zhichun and said, "Has Madam Xu had enough of watching the show? I haven't even asked Madam Xu yet, why did you lay a hand on the head maid beside me? Does Madam Xu think she doesn't respect anyone?"

“That’s enough,” Madam Qin stood up. “I also have something to ask you, Aunt. You don’t need to ask Madam Xu. Once I’ve asked my question, you’ll understand everything. Madam Xu, I won’t keep you here today. I’ll invite you to visit another day.”

Xu Zhichun had anticipated that Su Mama's domineering master was no good person, but she hadn't expected this Madam Qin to be so arrogant. Madam Qin clearly intended to confront her about Su Mama impersonating them, so she decided to slip away first.

"Definitely. I also have something to do at home, so I'll take Mingxuan back first."

"Granny Xi, order the carriage to be prepared to send Madam Xu and Liang Tongsheng back to Liangjia Village."

"Yes."

"Thank you, Madam Qin."

Xu Zhichun did not refuse. The Qin family's high-profile dispatch of a car to send them back would dispel any rumors that might have been circulating.

Qin Ning'an insisted on personally escorting Liang Mingxuan out. Old Master Qin smiled helplessly and indulgently, which made Mo Tianyao and Mo Tianrui look rather unhappy.

"Sister Xu, Mingxuan, you must let me come to your house again next time! I promise I will be very careful next time and I promise I won't cause any trouble for you!"

Qin Ning'an looked at Xu Zhichun with wide, clear black eyes, her head tilted slightly, as if she were a small animal afraid of being rejected or abandoned.

Liang Mingxuan had obviously already been asked this question, and his eyes showed a hint of speechlessness.

Xu Zhichun's heart softened. Look how sensible this child is, just a little too sensible. If Granny Su really succeeds, judging from his personality, he will probably feel so guilty that he will no longer be able to be friends with Mingxuan.

Xu Zhichun nodded with a smile: "Okay, you can go whenever you want!"

"Okay, okay, thank you for not being angry, Sister Xu!" Xu Zhichun chuckled. "Why would I be angry? Of course not."

"Mmmmmmm!"

Qin Ning'an nodded repeatedly.

The carriage arrived quickly, and Xu Zhichun and Liang Mingxuan got in and left.

After Xi Mama said something, Master Qin's expression changed slightly. He told Qin Ning'an to go back and rest, and his two nephews also went back to their own residences and got busy.

Mo Tianyao looked disgusted and aggressive: "Ning An, I don't think Liangjia Village is a good place. It's unlucky. You're not allowed to go there again."

Mo Tianrui: "Exactly! It's all dirty, just grass and trees. My shoes got covered in mud after just a few steps. Why go there? Wouldn't it be better to play with my cousin?"

"Ning An, don't forget, we are your own cousins. Do you think anyone else treats you as well as we do?"

"Cousin! You can't go to rest unless you promise me. Please promise me, please promise me!"

Qin Ning'an absolutely loathed these two cousins.

After playing with Liang Mingxuan and Lu Xiao, he realized what it meant to play together. His older and younger cousins ​​only bullied him, and he didn't want to play with them.

Those two are so annoying, they talk too much.

Qin Ning'an took one, two, three steps back, then suddenly turned and ran, ignoring the increasingly distant shouts. He ran back to his courtyard and ordered the maid to close the gate and not let anyone in except his parents. If asked, she should say that he had given the order and that he needed to rest.

Qin Ning'an was still a little confused about whether she had been pushed into the water today.

He felt that it was Mingxuan, but Mo Tianrui insisted it was Mingxuan, meaning Mingxuan was right beside him. Who else could it be but him? But clearly, the two brothers were also by his side.

Qin Ning'an had just been sent back to the manor. After a chaotic flurry of activity, seeing the doctor and taking medicine, Madam Qin was so frightened that she kept crying. It was at that moment that Mo Tianrui insisted on Liang Mingxuan, and Qin Ning'an argued with him.

"Who else could it be but Liang Mingxuan?"

"It's not him! It's definitely not him!"

If it wasn't him, then it must have been my own carelessness. Qin Ning'an couldn't quite put her finger on what had happened, and for a moment she wondered if she was mistaken, so she simply insisted that it was her own carelessness.

It's all my fault for being careless; that's why I slipped and fell.

Mo Tianrui couldn't refute this, so he had to give up and said that he probably misread it.

Qin Ning'an finally had some peace and quiet.

Later, after her aunt and cousins ​​were sent away, her parents questioned her privately, and Qin Ning'an insisted on this statement.

This time he was clever, because only by saying it this way could he achieve peace and quiet.

He trusted Liang Mingxuan and never doubted his own cousins. Even he himself was puzzled, wondering if it was really just his own carelessness.

(End of this chapter)