The face was full of disappointment and anger.
"Mother." The First Madam walked over and took the Grand Dowager's hand, persuading her, "People's hearts are never satisfied. They see Fourth Master Xiao growing more sensible by the day and now holding a high position, while the Hu Family declines day by day. It's only natural for them to have other thoughts."
"Forget it." The Grand Dowager said, "Regardless of the inner workings of this matter, I don't wish to pursue it. This can be considered the Xiao Family's final aid to the Hu Family. If they are wise, they will follow Housekeeper Hu to the other residence. If not, we won't need to show any more mercy."
The First Madam nodded in agreement as she listened.
As they were speaking, Xiqiu walked in, having changed into a plain, moon-white overcoat, looking somewhat cold. She saluted the Grand Dowager and the First Madam, and the Grand Dowager pointed to a chair and said, "Sit."
