Chapter 242 - Chapter 242: Chapter 251: The Great Accumulation of Power in the East (2/2)
With Su Wenyue’s previous remarks serving as a deterrent, the old Madam Li and the daughter-in-law knew better than to provoke her. Even if they had their own designs, they did not act upon them, and the banquet went over smoothly. Seeing that it was about time, Su Wenyue prepared to take her leave.
“Madam Han, please wait!”
As Su Wenyue left the Inner Courtyard and was halfway across, near a small garden, she was stopped by Li Bonian. Seeing Li Bonian suddenly emerge, it was clear he had anticipated Su Wenyue’s route and had been lying in wait there.
“Old master.” The servant girl leading the way for Su Wenyue immediately knelt down upon seeing Li Bonian obstructing the path.
“Move aside!” Li Bonian, seeing the ignorant servant girl block his way, spoke irritably.
The maid moved her lips, then, under Li Bonian’s threatening gaze, shut her mouth and stepped aside, standing there like an invisible person, not daring to sweep her gaze this way again, showing how much authority Li Bonian held in the Li Mansion.
Su Wenyue was startled by Li Bonian’s sudden appearance but, upon recognizing who it was, her eyes flashed with disdain and disgust rather than fear. She had already been cautious of the Li family’s intentions toward her, and with two martially trained servant girls by her side, it was unlikely that Li Bonian could do anything to her even if he wanted to.
“Master Li is blocking my path. What are your intentions?” Su Wenyue asked with an icy demeanor, not bothering to hide her annoyance.
“Madam Han, please don’t misunderstand. I just want to have a proper talk with you. There were too many people before to say much. I always feel that Madam Han is different from other women, not only beautiful and elegant but also kind-hearted beyond the average woman. Lord Han is currently suppressing bandits, and his life is uncertain. Yet, Madam Han still thinks constantly of Lord Han, unlike those fickle women who have already started looking for another man since it’s too hard for a woman to handle everything alone with a child in these times.”
“So what does Master Li mean by that?” Su Wenyue asked, her expression growing even colder and tinged with a chilling undertone.
I deeply respect Madam Han’s character. If Lord Han is not by your side and you need any help, you can come to me. I, Li Bonian, will surely not hesitate to lend a hand.”
“There’s a well-known saying, ‘Unwarranted kindness often signals a scoundrel or a thief.’ We’re not close, Master Li, and I cannot accept your so-called kindness,” Su Wenyue replied, not wanting to say another word. Without waiting for Li Bonian to make way, she signaled Ah Qing with her eyes.
Understanding Su Wenyue’s intention, Ah Qing approached Li Bonian, extended one hand, and grabbed him by the waist with ease, lifting him effortlessly and tossing him aside.