Chapter 213 Zhao Duan: How should people like you change?
Unknowingly, the atmosphere of this family dinner has changed subtly.
Zhao Duan watched calmly. With his ability to read people, he didn't have a clear understanding of the thoughts of the You family, but it was close to it.
In his opinion, the Youzhande family has been secretly testing and adjusting their attitude towards the Zhao family since they entered the house.
Obviously, You Zhande's sudden visit must be because he learned about Zhao Duan's fortune. It is said that poverty means no one cares about him in the downtown area, and wealth means distant relatives in the mountains.
The You family believes that the Zhao family is worthy of being acquainted with.
But the exact “value” is uncertain.
You Zhande lived in Xiping Road. Although he was not the main lineage of the You family, he was still the head of the family, not a country bumpkin or a poor relative.
When getting along with the Zhao family, how to handle the "degree" of dignity and inferiority is very important.
After entering the city, it was a test to find someone to inquire about Zhao Duan's current situation.
Visiting at home, observing people's behavior, looking at the size of the house, and the number of servants in the home... are all ways to judge the strength of the Zhao family.
Of course, the more important thing is to look at the "people".
Therefore, Youshi seemed to be commenting on the cook, the tableware, her niece's clothes and jewelry... but in fact, she was also watching the Zhao family's reaction.
If Eugene Huayi is bossy, Zhao Pan looks arrogant, and Zhao Duan is majestic and unpretentious...it is naturally a reflection of his "confidence".
But the attitude of the Zhao family in front of them caused them to have some misunderstandings.
In the eyes of the three of them, the niece is smiling, weak and can be bullied, and respects them very much.
Zhao Pan remained silent, looking like a jade from a small family, without the arrogance of a young lady at all.
As for the rumored arrogant and domineering Dalang of the Zhao family, he also looks good-tempered and smiling.
Combined with the fact that the Zhao family's house is not as good as our own, we have to hire people to treat people to dinner, the utensils follow the fashion and antiques, and we can't wait to wear all the good clothes...
All these things are really far from the word "rich family".
Invisibly, the You family, who had a humble attitude when they entered, gradually straightened their backs, and their respect for the Zhao family continued to decrease.
Zhao Duan witnessed this scene with great interest, but he didn't know what he was thinking in his eyes.
The chatting and reminiscing continued.
But the topic has quietly changed to the middle-aged woman's teaching and criticism of Eugene Flower's family.
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"...So, Jinhua, please don't think that you are the mistress after you give birth to a child and take care of the house. It's okay for a small family, but for a truly wealthy family, it's hard to be a good mistress. Very,”
Youshi looked arrogant, with a curve in the corner of her mouth that was used to educating the younger generation: "Like your aunt and I, I have to take charge of the entire housework at home, and dozens of domestic servants have to take care of everything. If you have If you don’t understand, aunt will teach you.
Just like when we entered the house, the old servant who led the way was really ignorant and didn't even know how to use honorifics. This kind of servant should be taught a lesson. "
Old Versailles.
Eugene looked embarrassed and glanced at his stepson apologetically.
Zhao Duan looked as usual and gave her a "no problem" look to reassure her.
The more You talked, the more addicted he became, and he said:
"There is also the Zhao family's elder brother... After we entered the city, we heard that..."
Next to you, You Zhande, who looked like a rich middle-aged man, frowned and interrupted:
"Say less."
Then, he turned to Zhao Duan and smiled:
"Young man, please don't get into trouble with your wife."
Ha... Why didn't you stop me before? Now I know it's wrong... Zhao Duan smiled, pretending not to see through the double act played by the couple, pretending to be ashamed, and said:
"It doesn't matter, I made you laugh. My reputation, haha, is indeed not very good."
Zhao Pan glanced at him strangely, wondering why this guy changed his gender today?
If you had the same temper as before, wouldn't you have gotten angry earlier?
He actually looks like a humble and ashamed junior... Is it to take care of my mother's face?
The girl bit her lip, feeling a little moved.
When You Zhande saw his low-browed look, the awe in his heart became less and less.
He also put on some of the elders' airs and taught earnestly: "Da Lang is now fortunate enough to be appreciated by saints, and is slandered by some villains. It is not surprising. As the saying goes, not being jealous is mediocre... But, this reputation is also Be careful, otherwise, if bad words reach the ears of the saint, it will inevitably affect your career. "
He always remembered that after inquiring, he learned that Zhao Duan was thrown into prison and was tried by the three divisions.
The version You Zhande heard was that during the trial of the three divisions, the big shot of Dali Temple was accidentally involved in the old case, and Zhao Duan was released.
Then, the unscrupulous King of Hell suddenly stopped and became low-key.
As for the details, at his level, he couldn't access them yet.
Therefore, combined with the humble and low-key appearance of Zhao Duan in front of him, You Zhande had an idea:
It must be that Zhao Duan fell out of favor and changed his normal attitude.
This made him quite disappointed - he was out of favor, and he didn't know how much energy he could exert.
"Haha, that's right..."
Zhao Duan was about to speak when suddenly, there was a scream from beside him.
Zhao Pan stood up in excitement, stared at the obese young man sitting at the same table, and covered his messy hair with an ugly expression: "What are you doing?!"
Everyone hurriedly looked around and saw that You Luer, who had been busy eating just now, had stood up and walked next to the girl. He was holding a gold hairpin in his fat hand.
It was just now that he reached out and pulled off Zhao Pan's head while no one was paying attention.
This person said nonchalantly:
"I'll just take it and see if it's gold-plated. What are you shouting about?"
Zhao Pan's hair, which had been carefully braided all morning, was messy, his autumn-like eyes were unbelievable, his pretty face was cold, and his face turned pale with anger. He snatched the golden hairpin back with his hands and shouted:
"Who allowed you to steal my hairpin?! Do you have a tutor?!"
As soon as these words came out, Youshi stopped. The middle-aged woman's face darkened and she said displeasedly: "What does it look like to make a lot of noise? Is it Pan'er? Lu'er is pulling your hairpin. It's true that he is wrong, but he is your elder. According to his seniority, you should call him cousin. How do you talk to your cousin?
In our clan, you will get slapped with anger. "
The obese boy was already full of confidence when he saw his own mother supporting him.
But inexplicably, when he met Zhao Pan's almost murderous eyes, he couldn't help but feel a little frightened and stepped back.
"This...this..."
Eugene was in a dilemma and was about to smooth things over when he saw his daughter turn her head and say:
"I'm going to fix my hair!"
Then he walked straight out of the hall.
"Pan'er..."
Eugene Hua looked panicked and wanted to chase him.
However, his stepson raised his hand to hold him down. Zhao Duan looked calm and said after hearing the voice:
"Auntie, please stay here with the guests. I'll go see my sister and I'll be back later."
Eugene's eyes were full of guilt. She didn't know why a family dinner turned out like this. She could only rely on her stepson instinctively.
Zhao Duan chased him out of the hall, and when he was out of the sight of everyone in the house, his footsteps stopped.
He didn't chase the girl who ran back to his house. He just waved to the maid and ordered her to look at Zhao Pan.
He himself, minding his own business, came to a pillar outside the hall, folded his arms, closed his eyes and waited.
The hearing of a mortal high-level martial artist is stimulated, and no conversation in the room can escape his ears.
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in the room.
As the two of them left one after another, only the You family was left at the dining table.
Eugene Hua sat on the stool, frowning slightly. She could only force a smile and looked at the two elders: "Second uncle... Although Pan'er is usually a little willful, her heart is good. Today is also the first time..."
You Zhande raised his hand and said to smooth things over:
"There's no need to say this, junior, it's understandable."
beside.
Seeing that Zhao Duan finally left, Youshi cheered up and became more courageous. She said lightly: "Niece, there are some things I have to say. My aunt may not listen to what she said, but you are in this home. It’s not like a mistress anymore. It’s the father’s fault if you don’t educate them. If the father of the child is gone, you, the mother, should also take the responsibility. How can you allow them to be like this? "
Eugene Hua smiled stiffly and wanted to explain: "Actually..."
You interrupted her and said in a condescending tone: "The elders speak and the juniors listen. This is the rule of our You family. Have you been away from home for too long and forgotten?"
Eugene Hua was speechless, so he had to lower his head and remain silent.
Youshi's tone softened slightly:
"Of course, it's not your fault. You are the daughter of our You family. You were already at a loss when you married a soldier. The Zhao family is also a military family. They don't follow the rules and have vulgar etiquette, which is normal.
Don't think your aunt's words are unpleasant. They are all for your own good. That's all. After all, she is a woman and will get married sooner or later. But your stepson, I don't think he is afraid of you. How can this be okay?
The mistress must take up the air, otherwise, he will make a big difference in the future. The idea of following the wife even after her husband dies is just to fool a small family. Ordinarily, it is the Zhao family who has taken advantage of us..."
"Enough is enough!"
Beside you, You Zhande frowned, feeling that his wife had used too much force.
He immediately sang a red face and scolded his wife, then turned to his niece and said softly: "Your aunt has such a temper. Ignore her. Now that you have joined the Zhao family, you are part of the Zhao family. Although I am your second uncle." , but also an outsider..."
Eugene Flower was a little moved:
"What are you talking about, second uncle? After all, blood is thicker than water..."
You Zhande smiled hypocritically:
"As long as my niece recognizes me as her uncle, I'm just worried that this will be difficult for you."
Seeing that he was about to speak but hesitated, Eugene Flower said:
"Second uncle, if you have anything to say, just say it."
You Zhande slapped his thigh and sighed:
"It's nothing, it's just that we came to Beijing this time to see you, and also to find ways for our family's business. Business in the Western Region is becoming increasingly difficult.
In the past two days, I have heard that the imperial court is pushing for a new policy. It seems that it will demarcate places to open markets and allow some merchants to join... The second uncle wants you to ask Da Lang if there is any way to help the family. "This..." Eugene Hua calmed down instantly, and the little emotion that surged in her heart suddenly stopped.
She is not stupid, and she also knows that her family members come to visit because they want something.
But the behavior of the second uncle's family after entering the house today, and now, the second uncle has made such a direct request.
It was still a request like "opening the market under the New Deal" that involved huge interests. No matter how much she cared about her family ties, she knew it was a bit too much.
"Second uncle was joking, the New Deal is such a big deal, how can one just intervene casually." Eugene declined politely.
Although, she vaguely knew that with Dalang's current status, it would not be difficult if he wanted to help.
After all, the New Deal was proposed by Dalang...
However, it was impossible for Eugene Flower to embarrass her stepson for the sake of her natal family. She could not do such a shameless thing.
"Is this so? With the relationship between Dalang and the saint, this matter should not be difficult." You Zhande doubted.
Eugene Hua shook his head, looked at the table of delicious dishes, and said:
"Eat, it will be cold if you don't eat."
Seeing this, the smile on Youshi's face gradually faded away, and she felt disappointed that she had worked hard for a long time and achieved nothing.
Glancing at my niece, who looked much better than me and had a delicate posture, her voice became colder and she threw her chopsticks: "We traveled thousands of miles together from Xiping just to rub off on you. A meal?”
Then he deliberately sighed: "After all, it is a married woman who throws away the water. Once she has achieved great success, she no longer cares about love."
You Zhande said displeased: "What did you say?"
Youshi sneered: "Isn't it? It's a shame that you have always been thinking about this niece, and you still come to visit her, and you are not willing to help at all."
You Zhande said in a deep voice: "The matter is too big and Da Lang is in trouble."
Youshi said: "When I was at home, I heard people send letters back from the capital, saying how great the Zhao family's eldest son was. Now it seems that they are all lies."
The two sang the double recital, and Eugene Hua stood silently, but his heart became colder and colder.
She felt that what she thought was her family reunion turned out to be only "profit" in the eyes of her family.
"Crack!"
At this time, a sound suddenly attracted the attention of the three people.
I saw the fat young man next to me, because he felt bored, so he played with the wine cup on the table. He accidentally fell to the ground and fell into pieces.
Eugene Hua's expression finally changed, and he stood up suddenly:
"Why did you drop something?!"
She was so heartbroken that she couldn't breathe. This was an antique, and she was usually so distressed that she couldn't bear to look at it.
Youshi stood up, hugged her son first, and checked carefully:
"Did you cut your hand? Why are you so careless?"
Then he turned back and frowned: "Why don't you just smash a broken wine cup? How much is it worth? As for making such a fuss?"
Eugene Hua's lips trembled, her chest also trembled, and her hands and feet felt cold:
"This wine cup..."
You Zhande was also a little displeased and said: "It's just an imitation, a few dozen taels of silver is enough, right? I'll pay it to your Zhao family."
He also felt that this niece was making a fuss out of a molehill.
Eugene Hua felt her words were pale and weak, as if the air in the hall was filled with unspeakable depression and discomfort.
At this moment, footsteps finally came from outside the door.
And a voice that had been waiting for a long time and felt that the heat was about the same:
"A few dozen taels? Ha, the owner of the house may have missed a few zeros."
Zhao Duan walked in expressionlessly, stared at the You family, and said coldly: "For the sake of my aunt, I will pay three thousand taels of silver for breaking the antiques of the previous dynasty, and forget it."
Three thousand taels?
Hearing this amount, Youshi almost jumped up, frightened and angry, and turned to look at her niece:
"Jinhua, is this how you teach your children?"
However, this time, Eugene Hua just silently walked to Zhao Duan, drew a clear line with them, and said calmly:
"Second uncle, aunt. This set of utensils was sent to Taishi Dong's house at that time. It is worth more than three thousand taels, not less. I didn't want to use it to entertain guests. Da Lang said that we must respect it. Elders, that’s what it is.”
After a pause, as if he guessed what the other party was going to say, Eugene raised his head and glanced at his tall stepson, with a calm expression:
"Second uncle, please don't use your seniority to suppress me anymore. What you said just now is right. Since I have married into the Zhao family, I am a member of the Zhao family."
At this moment, the filter that had been placed on the family for more than ten years was shattered.
Zhao Duan smiled and blocked her behind him.
All the gentleness, courtesy and frugality that he had pretended to be on his face were removed, the corners of his mouth were turned up, and his eyes were stern.
Where is he still a well-behaved and gentle junior?
More like a dandy with an evil face.
"Jinhua...you...oh, that's all."
When You Zhande saw this, his expression changed several times. The scene before him was not the outcome he expected.
I finally realized it later...
It seems like...
Played off.
"It's my uncle's fault today. He didn't discipline Lu'er well. That's all. No wonder you're sad. In that case, we'll leave now." You Zhande said.
He didn't take the so-called "gift from Master Dong" to heart at all.
joke.
What kind of person is Master Dong? That is the real giant in the court.
It is said that he is also the empress’ mentor.
How can a person with a good face touch porcelain?
You Zhande did not know much about the capital, but he was not stupid. He thought about it with his brain and knew that even if the empress was in the face, it would be impossible for the grand master to give her gifts to please her.
The reverse is more or less the same.
Just think of it as the niece's angry words to scare people.
"Wait a minute,"
Seeing that the three of them were about to leave, Zhao Duan narrowed his eyes and half-smiled:
"Didn't you hear what I said before? I said, if you pay three thousand taels, let this matter be over."
You Zhande frowned, he was also a martial artist, and anger welled up in his heart.
Behind him, Youshi said loudly:
"Are you crazy? Okay, now I know that this is not a family banquet today, it is a trap to deceive people. Are you deliberately trying to get money?"
Zhao Duan raised his eyebrows, thinking that you just realized it, but you're not that stupid.
At this time, the sound in the room also attracted the Zhao family servants outside to gather curiously.
Zhao Pan, who had quickly tied up his hair, also heard the quarrel and ran over with the maid.
You Zhande put on a serious face and said:
"Master Zhao, you are going too far. Even if you don't care about family ties, you should be reasonable."
Zhao Duan sneered: "Am I being unreasonable?"
You Zhande suppressed his anger and said:
"You may have status in the capital, and our family doesn't dare to offend you, but I am here to visit my relatives today, so how can I be blackmailed?"
Zhao Duan sighed softly, his eyes cold:
"It seems you still don't understand, huh, visiting relatives? A visit to relatives is nothing more than clinging to the powerful. I haven't seen you come out for more than ten years, but I have gained momentum, so I came here to do so.
It's human nature. If you say nice words and lower your attitude today, I really don't intend to embarrass you. A few small favors and a good mood will help, but you don't know how to cherish the opportunity...
That’s all, how should people like you change? "
At this time, Xu, the obese young man in the room, realized that he was in trouble and looked panicked.
Suddenly, when no one was paying attention to him, he took a step and ran out.
Zhao Duan glanced at him, and his right leg was like a whip, and he kicked You Luer's belly fiercely among the lightning and flint.
"Bang!"
It was as if the sandbag had been kicked open, and the overweight boy, who weighed more than 200 kilograms, seemed as light as a feather under this kick.
With a scream, he turned into a black shadow, flew out of the room several feet, fell to the ground, vomited out blood and filth, his vision went dark, and he fainted.
"Lu'er!!"
Youshi's face changed drastically, she screamed, and rushed towards Zhao Duan.
But unexpectedly, Zhao Duan kicked him again and kicked him out.
His feet were so fast that fellow martial artist You Zhande didn't react.
In other words, he never expected that Zhao Duan would take action.
"How dare you, Shuzi!"
You Zhande was furious, his energy roaring all over his body, he took a step forward and delivered a martial arts punch.
As a mortal and high-level martial artist, even if he has been the head of the family for too long and his cultivation level is still weak, the power of his fists cannot be matched by a martial artist.
However, in the face of the majestic middle-aged martial artist's fierce punch, Zhao Duan just took an unpredictable step, gently avoided it, and dodged to his side.
She raised her right hand as a palm and gently pressed it towards his ribs.
boom--
You Zhande felt a sharp pain coming from his side, his feet lifted off the ground uncontrollably, and his internal organs were in disorder, like a pheasant seeing a tiger or a vicious dog looking at a dragon.
In full view of everyone, he was beaten away.
"How should people like you change?"
Zhao Duan muttered to himself like a mosquito, and gave the answer:
"It cannot be changed."
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ps: typos should be corrected first and then corrected
(End of chapter)