The top-level junior sister also wants to act weak today

On the other side, Chu Zhengying clapped his hands in satisfaction after hearing no sound, "It's much quieter now."

Seeing this, Concubine Liu's eyebrows curved, and she immediately snuggled into Chu Zhengying's arms coquettishly, her voice so soft that it seemed like water could drip out: "Second Master is still amazing."

Chu Zhengying looked down at her, a smile on his lips, and put his arm around her slender waist, patting her gently, his tone a little doting: "Okay, little goblin, stop flattering me. Now that this matter is resolved, I still have business to attend to."

"Business?" Aunt Liu was startled. She looked up at him, her eyes filled with curiosity and dependence. "Hasn't Second Master been visiting other noble families these days? You've been away for several months. You finally returned to Qihong City yesterday, and you're going out again today?"

Chu Zhengying narrowed his eyes slightly. "You're not unaware of the Chu family's rules. To become the future head of the family, you need the approval of all the other families. This time, I'm traveling from north to south. I've already given gifts to the three northern families, and next I'm going to the Zheng family in the same city. I was originally planning to rest for a few days, but Chu Ying's sudden return and the commotion have made me feel a little uneasy."

"Oh, Second Master," Liu Yurong snuggled up to Chu Zhengying and said delicately, "Chu Ying is just a little girl, why are you still worried? This Chu family will be yours sooner or later. When you become the head of the family, don't forget my contribution. You promised me that I would be your second wife when the time comes."

Chu Zhengying frowned slightly, a hint of caution flashing in his eyes. "Okay, okay, when the time comes, I will make you my second wife and will definitely not let you suffer any more grievances. As for Chu Ying, although she is spoiled and not to be feared, we have been cautious and careful for so many years to get to where we are today. This time we finally got the chance, so naturally we have to be cautious. Is she coming back alone this time?"

Liu Yurong shook her head. "Who knows? This girl barged into the mansion without any notice. If a servant hadn't seen her marching towards the master's courtyard, I would still be in the dark!"

"She doesn't look like a lady from a noble family at all! Such an unruly girl, keeping her here is a nuisance! She's even put us and the He family in such an awkward situation." Chu Zhengying then looked at the servants behind him and asked, "Who opened the door for Chu Ying?"

The servants looked at each other, and finally all their eyes fell on Lai Fu. Lai Fu's face turned pale, and he raised his hand awkwardly, whispering, "It's me..."

"She came back alone?"

Lai Fu shook his head: "A group of people, saying they are the lady's friends."

"Friend?" Chu Zhengying narrowed his eyes, a hint of danger flashing in his gaze. "What kind of person? What's his purpose? Why didn't you report it in advance?"

Lai Fu shuddered and answered cautiously, "I think it's the eldest lady who's back. The people she brought back shouldn't need—"

Before he could finish his words, Chu Zhengying's face darkened. He waved his hand suddenly, and a force suddenly knocked Lai Fu over and slammed him against the wall.

"boom!"

Lai Fu slammed heavily against the wall and fell to the ground, spurting out a mouthful of blood. His face turned pale. He raised his head, his eyes filled with fear, but he dared not say anything.

Chu Zhengying looked down at him coldly, his eyes like knives, and his tone was even colder: "What a brainless waste! Do you still think Chu Ying is some kind of young lady? Who has the final say in the Chu family now? Don't you understand? Let me ask you, where are those people now?"

Lai Fu endured the severe pain and trembled as he got up from the ground: "In... in the main hall, have tea."

"Hmph!" Chu Zhengying sneered, "The main hall, huh? I'm going to chase them away right now! And you, go back and pack up. We won't use you anymore. Get out today!"

After saying that, Chu Zhengying left the yard and turned to walk towards the main hall.

In the main hall, Jiang Yingxue was discussing with the spirit girl about returning to Tianshan. She was wondering why Chu Ying had not returned yet when she saw a middle-aged man striding in.

"You guys are Chu Ying's friends, right?" Chu Zhengying smiled faintly, but there was no real warmth in his eyes. He stood in the hall, his gaze darting between the several people, examining them one by one, from their attire to the jade pendants on their waists, silently weighing the pros and cons in his mind.

Jiang Yingxue nodded first and asked, "Who are you?"

Upon hearing this, Chu Zhengying raised his hand to straighten his sleeves, a warm smile appearing on his face. "Oh, I'm Chu Ying's second uncle. It's like this, Chu Ying's father, my eldest brother, is now seriously ill. Chu Ying is currently taking care of my eldest brother, so I'm afraid she won't be able to greet you all. That's why I came here specially to apologize to you all. I'm afraid Chu Ying won't be able to greet you all today, so I've asked someone to book a private room in the Zuixian Tower in Qihong City. You can all go and sit over there."

Jiang Yingxue's eyes darkened. Although Chu Ying was straightforward, she wasn't someone who wouldn't give instructions. They'd agreed to go to Tianshan together, so how could she just abandon them without a word?

There must be something wrong with this second uncle.

Jiang Yingxue immediately put on an aggrieved look, her tone revealing a hint of dissatisfaction: "Why is Chu Ying like this? We came all the way to the Chu Mansion with her. How could she abandon us? How about you let her come out and explain it to us clearly?"

"This..." Chu Zhengying said with difficulty: "To be honest, this is what I just said to Chu Ying. After all, she brought you here. Even if she lets you go, it's reasonable for her to see you off. But my eldest brother is really ill now... So Chu Ying is too heartbroken and can't control her emotions for a while, so I have to be the bad guy."

Yan Chuan's eyes turned cold, and he glanced sharply at Chu Zhengying: "How long does she plan to stay? When does she plan to return to Xianyun Sect?"

"It's hard to say." Chu Zhengying shook his head helplessly. "After all, they have a deep father-daughter bond. Seeing her father so ill, she probably won't want to leave for a while. Since you are Chu Ying's friends, I hope you can be more tolerant and understanding."

Jiang Yingxue asked in surprise, "I wonder what illness Uncle has that's so serious?"

Chu Zhengying frowned, sighed, and said in a heavy voice, "Alas, it's strange to say, it's a very difficult disease to treat, as if it's been possessed by an evil spirit. Even the best doctors in the city are helpless."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yingxue's eyes immediately lit up, and her tone became anxious: "Isn't this a coincidence? I happen to have a special elixir from our Xianyun Sect on me, which is specially used to treat those difficult and complicated diseases that ordinary doctors can't cure! Why don't you take me to see it, maybe I can help!"

"Nonsense!" Chu Zhengying's face suddenly darkened. "I only explained to you in a gentle manner and even arranged a private room for you because you are Chu Ying's friends. But you, knowing that our eldest brother is now seriously ill, are still making such a fuss! Are you disciples of the Xianyun Sect really this rude?"