Chapter 596 - Chapter 596: Chapter 602: A Gentlemans Promise (2/2)

As he spoke, Han Yu bowed sincerely towards Liu Wenyong, expressing his apology.

Liu Wenyong was momentarily stunned by Han Yu’s action, too surprised to react, and watched Han Yu bow to apologize.

“What, what is this about?” Liu Wenyong, now recovered, inquired urgently, intending to clarify the situation before proceeding.

Han Yu then recounted the day’s events at the Han Family, down to Zhou Yao’s excessive behavior. There was no need for exaggeration or fictionalization; Han Yu simply employed a touch of rhetorical finesse—Liu Wenyong’s reaction was beyond his control.

Liu Wenyong already had little affection for Zhou Yao, the niece living in his Mansion. From their first encounter, he felt she had impure intentions, and although she wasn’t his actual niece, she was tolerated for his wife’s sake. To Liu Wenyong, Zhou Yao’s presence was something he chose to ignore, but he never expected that this overlooked person would misuse his status to commit such an act—a severe blow to his pride!

“City Lord, I admire your character and am grateful for your kindness. However, I already have a faithful wife to share my joys and sorrows with, so I truly cannot accept your niece from the Mansion. I met my wife during humble times; she did not despise me for being a mere farmer and chose to marry me. It is thanks to her that I am where I am today. Not to mention that she has been a tender and virtuous companion, providing me with sons and daughters. There is no reason for me to abandon her. Even if she has committed a fault, I have pledged to her that, in this lifetime, she will be my only wife, and no other woman shall take her place. A gentleman’s promise is inviolable, and I will not break my word. Therefore, I seek the City Lord’s understanding. Should this cause any misunderstanding, I am willing to leave Peicheng with my wife!” Han Yu spoke with conviction, showing no hesitation or pretext.

Not only was Liu Wenyong not angered by Han Yu’s declaration, but he also felt a newfound respect. To remember one’s faithful wife amidst wealth and keep promises is easier said than done—how many could truly do so? Furthermore, he had never harbored such intentions. It was Zhou Yao who acted presumptuously, misusing his name to throw her weight around.

“Please don’t say such things, General Han, or I’ll die of embarrassment. It was not Madam Ling’s fault in the first place. It was the lack of discipline in my Mansion that allowed that good-for-nothing to assume the Mansion’s identity and create such a disgraceful mess. It’s my fault, not yours, so please don’t take offense. I will certainly discipline her thoroughly and offer Madam Ling a proper explanation!”

Liu Wenyong had never felt much for Zhou Yao, treating her as non-existent just for the sake of his wife’s face. Once she crossed his interests and boundaries, he would not show any mercy towards her.

“Servant, fetch Miss Cousin immediately! I have to inquire when I ever commissioned her to disgrace the City Lord’s Mansion and create such a scene at General Han’s Mansion! It’s a complete disgrace to us all; she better roll in here right now!” Liu Wenyong ordered his servants, clearly irritated.

But Han Yu had no intention of staying. Having achieved his objective today, staying further would be inappropriate: “City Lord, my purpose today was simply to confirm your stance. Now that I feel assured, I will not impose any longer.”