Many people in the Pei Family's main residence knew that something might have happened. In the past, the Old Master of the Min Family would always be treated with great hospitality whenever he came. He was more enthusiastic and grand than anyone else. The Clan Head would even personally instruct the kitchen to prepare a few dishes. Today, not only did he come and leave, but he also dealt with a few people in the blink of an eye. Everyone's hearts were beating like drums. Even the other masters restrained themselves slightly, not daring to cause any trouble at this time, let alone the servants.
Of course, for those who lived in a more remote area because they weren't favored in the Pei Family, they didn't have such concerns. After all, they were usually invisible.
As expected, a few days later, more than half of the county town called Pei County was stirred up. Gongs and drums were played, and the gifts were worth a few streets. It was difficult to not cause a commotion. Most of the outsiders living in Pei County were related to the Pei Family. Even if they were only distant relatives or family members of servants in the Pei Family's main residence who had been graced and released from slavery, their lives were definitely more prosperous than those in other places. There were no beggars and the like. One had to know that such people couldn't enter at all. Naturally, they were somewhat concerned about the Pei Family's main residence, whether it was out of curiosity or the mentality of wanting to join in the fun.
"Which aristocratic family has come to propose marriage again?"
"Most likely, but this time it looks more grand than before. They're here for the fourth generation's First Young Lady, right?"
Someone nodded matter-of-factly. "The First Young Lady's reputation is out there. She's the most outstanding girl in this generation of the Pei Family. Naturally, she deserves such a grand occasion."
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Those who were completely unaware of the situation outside were discussing heartily. However, they didn't know that in the Pei Family's main residence, those who received the news were filled with dark clouds. Clan Head Pei's relatives who lived outside the main residence gathered around him. Some of them were even Clan Head Pei's elders. Although they were younger than him, no one knew what these people were thinking when they came. It was no wonder that so many people knew about it. One had to know that it wasn't just in the main residence, but also in the other residences of the Pei Clan outside the main residence. These people were directly notified by the Min Clan. With such great fanfare, naturally, more and more people knew about it. It was to the extent that it spread to all the Pei Clan members in Pei County.
Of course, there weren't many people who had the guts to approach Clan Leader Pei, whether they were genuinely concerned about this matter or just there to watch the show.
Especially those who married from the Min family, they were even more worried at this time. After all, if the Pei family and the Min family had a grudge against each other, as the Pei family, they would be in the most difficult position. They might even be despised and ostracized by the husband's family. It was still fine for the older generation. After all, they had already taken root long ago. As a new wife, it was the most difficult. Therefore, at this time, not only would they not move forward, but they would also complain about Min Yuhan from the bottom of their hearts. In fact, they couldn't be blamed for this. It was only human nature.
"Clan Leader, what is Min Yuhan trying to do? Not to mention that he's from the ancestor's generation, he's also the same at his age. He's simply looking down on our Pei Clan. "Someone was filled with righteous indignation. This person was probably someone who had completely linked the Pei Clan's reputation to himself.
The others also chimed in at the same time. It wasn't without fortune or calamity. One had to know that even if they were from the same clan, it didn't mean that they were of the same mind. Under the same roof, there were serious differences in treatment, not to mention that it was just the same surname. The treatment of the side branch and the main branch was naturally as different as heaven and earth. It was natural that there would be jealousy. It was a rare opportunity to see the main family make a fool of themselves. Therefore, how could they let it go so easily?
Patriarch Pei was usually gentle and refined. He was even generous and easy to talk to. However, at this moment, his cold gaze swept over everyone. Even those who were usually the happiest and most lively shut their mouths and kept quiet out of fear. They didn't dare to meet Patriarch Pei's gaze and retreated without a trace. "What are you doing here? Go do whatever you need to do."
The people surrounding Clan Leader Pei looked at each other. They suddenly felt bored and resentfully left one by one.
Clan Leader Pei's mood wasn't so good. In his opinion, Min Yuhan wouldn't do anything after that. However, he never thought that it would be far beyond his expectations. Not only would there be a follow-up, but there would also be such a big scene. As such, he had reason to believe that Min Yuhan might know more than he expected. There might even be things that he didn't know.
There was another point that Clan Leader Pei cared about. Min Yuhan was actually a loner. After his father passed away, the two brothers split up. However, his father was also angry at him for being sentimental. Before his death, he warned him that he wouldn't leave a single copper coin for that unfilial son. However, Min Yuhan's brother wouldn't really abandon his brother. He never lacked for food and clothing. Moreover, he bought the best things. However, he didn't have any more. He didn't have any private property or a private house. Regardless of whether his brother was following his father's orders or acting out of selfishness, Min Yuhan didn't need anything. With such a big scene this time, it was obvious that it wasn't Min Yuhan's personal action. He couldn't afford to have such financial resources.
Then, Clan Leader Pei had reason to suspect that this was no longer Min Yuhan going against him. Instead, it was Min Shi going against Pei Shi!
The seriousness of the problem wasn't just rising by one level! With Min Shi taking the lead, the other in-laws who were already itching to make a move might also take this opportunity to make a move.
Clan Leader Pei's eyes were filled with malice. He was like a ferocious beast that wanted to devour people.
Although Clan Leader Pei could easily dismiss the people around him, Pei Xiuying wasn't so relaxed. She was the eldest sister of the fourth generation. For a family with a strict hierarchy, it was naturally easy to dismiss the younger sisters. It was also easy for the collateral relatives to dismiss the older sisters. However, there were many aunts who were a generation older than her. Those who were born from concubines would restrain themselves. At this time, they would only make a few sarcastic remarks. The ones who really didn't get along with her were the twin sisters. They were a generation older than Pei Xiuying, but they were younger. Their mother was the second wife and their family background wasn't high. At first, because they were twins, they were very rare for a long time. However, as they grew older, their appearance couldn't be compared to Pei Xiuying. After they started learning, they couldn't be compared to her in all aspects.
The twins were very eye-catching. However, with Pei Xiuying in front of them, they were naturally overshadowed. Furthermore, as the head of the family, everyone knew that Clan Leader Pei liked Pei Xiuying. As a result, even if there wasn't any enmity, it became an enmity.
Who knew how much enmity stemmed from 'jealousy' and 'what right did she have?'
This was a rare opportunity. How could they leave so easily? People said things like, "Oh my, Pei Xiuying, you're really charming. Uncle Min even came to propose marriage.", "Uncle Min has deep feelings for that aunty. Now, because of you, he actually broke his stubborn principles. Pei Xiuying, everyone says that you're as talented and beautiful as that aunty. You really are very similar.", "Uncle Min is so sincere. Pei Xiuying, you should marry him. Isn't Grandfather ashamed of Uncle Min? Grandfather dotes on you so much. This is a good time for you to show your filial piety.", "Although you might become a widow after a few years, you don't have to worry about concubines, right?" …
"Get out." Even if she was well-educated, she couldn't help but have a cold expression at this time.
"Oh my, are you angry? My dear niece, haven't you always considered yourself to be the most virtuous lady? This isn't how you should be. Or is my dear niece also a hypocrite who acts one way in front of others and another behind others' backs? I really should let Grandfather and Grandmother see you like this. "
"Seeing that you're my elders, I won't argue with you. Do you think I don't have a temper just because I've tolerated you again and again? Get out of here immediately. Otherwise, I'll make you kneel in the ancestral hall for a few days. Do you believe me? "Pei Xiuying said coldly.
The two sisters had never seen her like this before. They seemed to be intimidated by her aura and couldn't help but take a step back. Their expressions were particularly ugly. However, they also knew that Pei Xiuying's words were not nonsense. If she told the truth in front of their grandmother, they would be punished. "Pei Xiuying, I want to see if you can continue to be so imposing. Sister, let's go. "
After they left, Pei Xiuying no longer put on any airs. She sat down and clenched her fists. Her eyes were terrifyingly cold.
Pei Xiuying was the same as her great-grandfather. She probably didn't think that Min Yuhan would be so ruthless. At this moment, her hatred was monstrous. However, she also knew that this matter would be left unsettled. No matter what, if they went to the woman's side to propose marriage and the woman's family didn't allow it, there was no reason to force it. Their Pei shi wasn't a soft persimmon that anyone could pinch.
In the end, Pei shi was still in decline and had no power. If Pei shi was as prosperous as the previous dynasty, even the Imperial Family would have to give way. As a noble daughter of Pei shi, she was even more honorable than a princess. If that was the case, how could a mere Min shi be so arrogant? An old fart dared to covet her and humiliate her.
At this moment, Pei Xiuying became more and more determined. She must use Jin Qinwang to ascend the throne. She must become the most honorable woman in the world.
In reality, just as Pei Xiuying thought, this was at most a farce. It looked so lively, but in reality, not to mention Min Yuhan, the main character, there wasn't even a decent manager. The so-called marriage proposal didn't have the slightest bit of sincerity. It was more like a pure humiliation to Pei shi. After this incident, although the two clans wouldn't completely fall out, there wasn't much difference.
After chasing away Min shi's people, Pei shi looked at the red silk boxes in the courtyard. Since it wasn't for a "good", then obviously, Min shi wouldn't be so stupid to prepare a generous gift. He ordered people to open the boxes. Sure enough, there was something inside, but it was more or less the same as an empty box.
Pei shi was surrounded by dark clouds. The people around him didn't dare to breathe. They even wanted to find a hole to hide in and disappear.
"Min shi? Good, very good! "Pei shi clenched his fists so tightly that his knuckles cracked. "Prepare a 'generous gift' and send all these things back to Min shi." Although it seemed like Min Yuhan was the one who did it, the furious Pei shi wouldn't let Min shi off so easily. If he didn't teach them a lesson, they would really think that Min shi was easy to bully. "Let all the Min shi send the things back."
Truth be told, as the leader of a clan, Clan Leader Pei venting his anger on a woman from the Inner Residence was something that many people despised. Once a woman married into the Pei Clan, she would become a member of the Pei Clan. One of them was even a generation older than him, and she also had a son and a daughter. Four generations living under the same roof. Doing something like this was another way of "driving" her back to her maternal family. Wasn't this also a form of humiliation? However, the people around him didn't dare to say anything.
There were some smart ones who sensed that something was wrong and hurried back to the backyard to find Pei shi's wife. They didn't want to cause internal problems in Pei shi before they could 'repay' Min shi.
As expected, the faces of the Pei Min Clan members turned green with anger when they heard the words of the Pei Clan Leader. Especially the eldest of the Pei Min Clan. He had always been a vegetarian and a compassionate person. But now, he was so angry that he smashed things. "Pei Zhi Shi is too much!"
The others might have swallowed their grievances, but this one didn't. No matter what, it was Pei shi's fault.
Just as he was about to confront Patriarch Pei, the Patriarch's wife rushed over. She tried her best to appease him, but even so, she was still rudely chased out of the house. She had lived like a princess for many years, especially after she became Pei shi's wife. She had never been so humble before. It was impossible to say that she didn't have any resentment. However, she had no choice but to endure this. She swallowed her anger and went to find Pei shi.
In Pei shi, especially in the main residence, Pei shi's words were the law. His wife, children, and grandchildren could only obey him.
They had been husband and wife for decades, so she understood him well. However, he was a man who didn't consider this matter. She couldn't ignore it. Otherwise, if word got out, her good reputation would be ruined. For Pei shi, it would be one disaster after another. Fortunately, Pei shi wasn't completely obstinate and didn't listen to her.
"It's my fault. Fortunately, Madam stopped me. I will personally apologize to Auntie later."
Pei shi's wife nodded. "If that's the case, I will go back first." She didn't have much to say to her husband who treated her respectfully.
As such, Pei Min shi, who was of high seniority, managed to escape. The others weren't so lucky.
It was obvious that the collective 'return' of the Min Clan had caused quite a stir in Min County. As the head of the Min Clan, he was naturally furious, especially when he saw the 'generous gift' of the Pei Clan's return. It made him grit his teeth in anger. However, it was this gift that made the head of the Min Clan wary of taking action.
Even if it was an aristocratic family, there were many dirty things. Of course, it didn't matter if it was just an internal matter. However, what Pei shi sent over was the evidence of Min shi's officials. It was so detailed that it made people feel that Pei shi's people had seen it with their own eyes. They had been in-laws for generations, but they did such things in private. How could they not be angry?
In comparison, Min Yu Han didn't have much of a reaction. After understanding Pei shi's character, these things, in his opinion, were not strange at all. However, his elder brother was using him to make trouble for Pei shi. The more obscure point was that he was preparing to bite off Pei shi's flesh. He had this idea long ago, but there wasn't a good time before. Min Yu Han didn't care, "These things, why don't you give them to Jin Qinwang."
Min shi's clan head was startled, "Fourth brother, are you sure?"
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