The cannon fodder stepmother dressed as the villain Zai Zai

In Cuilan Pavilion, as soon as Lu Jingming came in, he saw a group of people standing there with serious expressions.

He glanced at Xu Yaqin next to him and Sheng Lixuan, who looked indifferent.Visibly to the naked eye, Lu Jingming could detect the anger in the Marquis's eyes and his frosty face.

Sheng Lixuan hummed and asked him directly without any extra words:

"General Lu. Mrs. Xu said that during the martial arts class in the afternoon, the young master had a temper with you and ran away from the ancestral hall alone. Is this the case?"

Lu Jingming was stunned, glanced at their expressions, and then looked at Xu Yaqin aside, thinking for a while.

"It seems that the person behind this made up such a reason... I asked why Mrs. Xu is so stupid. It turns out that someone was sincerely making a fuss about the young master, so they tricked her into entering the ancestral hall."

Sheng Lixuan saw Lu Jingming still stunned and lost his mind for a moment.His tone became higher and he said loudly:

"General Lu, I am asking you a question."

Lu Jingming was brought back from his thoughts. After all, this kind of matter touched upon Qingzhududuhou Sheng Lixuan's objections. Lu Jingming did not dare to hide anything, so he had to tell the truth and report it truthfully:
"Back to Lord Marquis, there is no such thing."

He raised his eyes and looked at Sheng Lixuan and said calmly:

"I've been teaching the young master Zamabu at the martial arts training ground this afternoon. We're very happy with each other."

When Ying heard Lu Jingming's answer, the anger between Sheng Lixuan's brows became even more arrogant. He looked at Xu Yaqin coldly, his heart skipped a beat, and he asked:

"Mrs. Xu, what else do you have to say now?"

Xu Yaqin looked at him and argued:

"The Marquis has clearly investigated and found out that what General Lu just said is indeed true. Since the young master did not lose his temper, someone must have falsely conveyed his intentions in order to trick me into the ancestral hall."

"Otherwise, why would I make up such a poor excuse to exonerate myself?"

Sheng Lixuan glanced at her indifferently and remained silent, stroking his chin alone and thinking secretly.

Indeed, based on his understanding of Xu Yaqin, this woman did not seem to be capable of such a stupid thing.

Sheng Lixuan also hesitated for a moment, not knowing what the truth of the matter was.

Seeing Sheng Lixuan's appearance, the two clan elders on the side felt something bad in their hearts, and they fanned the flames and said:

"Master Marquis, this woman is very articulate. She must be quibbling."

"I think this matter is undoubtedly true. She must have damaged the portrait of the late Madam!"

At this time, Sheng Yue belatedly thought about the problem and spoke out to defend Xu Yaqin, saying:

"Brother, I think there is something fishy about this matter. Mrs. Xu is still suspected, but we can't just convict her like this. This matter concerns the late madam, so it's better to investigate it carefully. This will also give an explanation to the late madam."

Lu Jingming watched them quietly from the side.

Although he had some affection for Xu Yaqin in his heart, it was obviously the Qingzhu Duhou Mansion's own housework at this time, and it was inconvenient for him, an outsider, to say anything. If he opened his mouth to plead for Xu Yaqin at this time, it would inevitably arouse Sheng Lizuan's suspicion. This was simply not worth the gain for him and was unnecessary.

Listening to everyone's words, Sheng Lixuan lowered his head and looked at the portrait of the late Madam that was damaged by ink on his hand, his expression full of compassion and sadness.

He looked stunned and sighed slowly:
"That's all."

"Yes, what you said makes sense. After all, this matter concerns the late Madam, so we can't be careless. No matter who did it, even if everything is turned upside down in this Marquis Mansion, I must find this person out."

The few people were respectful for a moment and saluted Sheng Lixuan generously and said: "The Marquis is wise."

Sheng Lixuan turned away, looked at Xu Yaqin coldly, warned her and said:
"Mrs. Xu, there is nothing to do during this period. You can stay in Cuilan Xuan for the time being."

Xu Yaqin understood that Sheng Lixuan had put herself under house arrest in disguise.

Yes... After all, Song Wentong poured such a big basin of dirty water on his head, it would be good if Sheng Lixuan could stay calm and not expel himself from the Hou Mansion.

Now he is just under house arrest in Cuilan Xuan, which is already a blessing among misfortunes.

Xu Yaqin was still thinking about that little brat Sheng Ze, and she asked Sheng Lixuan again:

"Master Hou, can I still go see the young master?"

Sheng Lixuan didn't know whether Xu Yaqin was pretending or showing her true feelings.He rejected her idea and said loudly:
"You have not been cleared of suspicion during this period. It is really inconvenient to see the young master. Just stay in Cuilan Xuan. Shengze will not worry about you, I will take care of it myself."

Hearing this answer, Xu Yaqin's eyes showed a disappointed emotion.

She looked a little depressed and replied: "Okay, then we will rely on what the Marquis said."

Sheng Lixuan unfolded the portrait that had been damaged by ink in his hand, and looked at the Madam in the painting, the light in his eyes gradually dimmed.

He suppressed the grief in his heart and walked away with a cold snort, forbidding to leave Cui Lanxuan.

Before leaving, Sheng Yue did not forget to comfort her and said:
"Mrs. Xu, this matter is of great importance. You should be careful during this period and don't make the Marquis angry again, otherwise I won't be able to help you."

Xu Yaqin smiled at him, with a calm face, and said:

"Thank you, Master, for taking the trouble."

Sheng Yue sighed, shook his head, and walked out of the door.

After coming out of Cuilanxuan, Lu Jingming returned to the martial arts training ground.

Sheng Lixuan has ordered that the matter of the destruction of the late Madam's portrait must be kept strictly confidential and must not be spread in the Hou family. Anyone who gossips will be dealt with according to family law.

In particular, this matter cannot be spread to the ears of the young master, otherwise he will not forgive easily no matter who it is.

Although Lu Jingming was not from the Qingdu Marquis Mansion, after spending time with Shengze, he found that this boy really had some martial arts talent. No matter what he said or what posture he posed, he could tell with just one glance. learn.

He doesn't need too much instruction at all, and he is a good student that makes teachers feel at ease.

When he returned to the training ground, Shengze was still squatting there with a serious look on his face. Even though there were slight beads of sweat on his forehead, he did not cry out in pain.

When he saw Lu Jingming coming back, he smiled and shouted at him with his teeth exposed:
"Look, look, look."

"Zhamabu, Zhamabu."

"It's standard, it's standard."

On the side, Zhao Wuyang, who was drinking tea in the corridor, saw Lu Jingming coming back and laughed at him. He spoke for Shengze and praised:
"General Lu, you don't know that during your absence, this young master has been very obedient. He has been standing there squatting. I asked him to sit down and rest for a while, but you were not here anyway."

"But do you know what this kid said?"

(End of this chapter)