Chapter 1327: Inquiring About the Background
As Xiao Kang spoke, his gaze remained fixed on Xiujuan’s changing expression, not missing even the slightest nuance. Seeing the softening on Xiujuan’s face and the way her tightly furrowed brows relaxed, Xiao Kang finally let out a sigh of relief, the stone that had been weighing on his heart at last falling away.
“Mom, although I didn’t choose my words carefully just now, you truly misunderstood me. I honestly had no intention of blaming Uncle Yang. I, Yang Kang, am not an ungrateful person. I would never blame Uncle Yang, no matter who else I might blame. Besides, I wouldn’t dare, would I? ”
Only when Xiao Kang saw Xiujuan’s expression completely soften did he dare to properly explain himself.
“Whether you meant it or not, I don’t want to hear such words again. Not only you, Yang Kang, but no one else is allowed to say them. If I ever hear them, even if it means my soul is scattered, I will tear a piece of flesh from that person! ”
Xiujuan declared. Xiao Kang nodded quickly, not daring to utter a single word of dissent, as Xiujuan continued.
“The reason I changed your surname back then was partly because I utterly despised that man in my heart. He wasn’t fit to be your father, nor was he worthy of having you as a son. Beyond that, I wanted to bind you to your Uncle Yang, hoping you would receive more care and never again suffer hardship. With your Uncle Yang’s intelligence, how could your mother’s small intentions escape him? Yet, he didn’t refuse. ”
At this point, Xiujuan paused slightly before continuing.
“I know that the reason your Uncle Yang didn’t refuse then wasn’t because of your mother. Your mother wasn’t worthy of that. The reason he didn’t refuse, it’s not to say he wasn’t moved by compassion, but his fondness for you, my child, was genuine. Your mother may be dead, but she’s not blind; she can still see that much. So, some things you absolutely cannot say carelessly. If they reach your Uncle Yang’s ears, he will be very sad, and he will be very disappointed in you. ”
“I understand, Mom. For me, Yang Kang, to achieve what I have at such a young age, besides my own efforts, Uncle Yang’s help was indispensable. Otherwise, you would have been captured by the Underworld long ago, and I would probably have starved to death. You can rest completely assured; I, Yang Kang, will never forget the kindness Uncle Yang has shown to my mother and me, even if I die. I came here now specifically to discuss something with you: Uncle Yang is getting married soon. What kind of congratulatory gift should we give him? ”
Hearing this, Xiujuan’s face showed a thoughtful expression. Xiao Kang observed this, naturally assuming his mother was considering what gift would be most suitable. So, he smiled and offered a general suggestion.
“Uncle Yang is even wealthier than my mother and I imagined. There’s no need to wonder; the treasures he has collected over the years are countless. So, I don’t think we necessarily need to pick the best. After all, what we consider the finest treasure might just be trash in Uncle Yang’s eyes. Therefore, I believe we should choose something with special significance, something Uncle Yang likes, to be his wedding gift. Mom, what do you think of my idea? ”
Xiujuan nodded upon hearing this, then replied.
“Your idea is fine. As for what kind of item Uncle Yang would not only like but also hold special significance for him—that’s the question. Have you thought of a suitable item? ”
Xiujuan nodded, then asked Xiao Kang, who shook his head with a wry smile.
“Uh, I just haven’t thought of anything like that yet, which is why I came to you for advice. ”
Xiao Kang said, a little embarrassed. Xiujuan didn’t respond immediately. She first wiped a vase clean, then put the towel down and walked towards the sofa. Xiao Kang quickly followed suit.
Xiujuan sat down on the sofa, while Xiao Kang stood obediently in front of her. Once Xiujuan was settled, she spoke.
“It’s alright if you haven’t thought of anything yet. With what you and I know about your Uncle Yang, as long as we take some time to think, we’ll definitely come up with something that fits the requirements. Let’s put that aside for now; I have something more important to ask you. ”
As these words fell, Xiujuan waved her hand, setting up a restriction barrier. This barrier covered a small area, merely enclosing the space where she and Xiao Kang stood.
Seeing his mother so serious, even resorting to a restriction barrier, Xiao Kang couldn’t help but show a bewildered expression.
“Mom, what matter requires setting up a restriction barrier? All my servants here are professionally trained; they’re all very sensible. They know perfectly well what should be heard and what shouldn’t. Are you worried they might leak something? Besides, with my current strength, I can sense them as soon as they approach this area. You don’t need to be so cautious. ”
Xiao Kang said. Xiujuan, listening, frowned slightly.
“You try to emulate your Uncle Yang in everything, but you’ve only grasped the form, not the essence. One of your Uncle Yang’s strengths is his prudence; that’s one of the reasons for his success. Yet, I see you haven’t understood that at all. ”
Xiujuan scolded him unceremoniously. Xiao Kang could only force a smile and agree, not daring to retort. Xiujuan continued.
“Can you be one hundred percent certain that there’s absolutely no problem with the servants in the villa? No problem on the surface doesn’t mean no problem in secret. I’m not saying your servants definitely have issues; perhaps they are as clean and innocent as you say. But even so, there’s no harm in being careful. Walls have ears. If certain words cannot be heard by a third party, then you must find a way to prevent them from reaching a third party’s ears. Moreover, I’m not just guarding against the servants in this villa. ”
Xiujuan’s words stiffened the forced smile on Xiao Kang’s face, for he gleaned other meanings from what she said.
“Mom, why do your words sound so muddled to me? What exactly do you mean? ”
Xiao Kang looked utterly bewildered as he asked Xiujuan.
“What I mean, I believe with your intelligence, you should understand. So, there’s no need to pretend to be confused in front of your mother. Now, it’s just the two of us. Tell me, how much do you know about Ah Mei? Have you investigated her background? ”
Xiao Kang’s expression subtly changed, but he didn’t show any surprise or unexpectedness.
Xiujuan was indeed Xiao Kang’s mother; she understood her son perfectly. Xiao Kang had actually understood Xiujuan’s words just now, but just as Xiujuan said, Xiao Kang was feigning ignorance while knowing full well. However, Xiujuan was not to be trifled with. Since her son intended to play dumb in front of his mother, she simply laid it bare. With Xiujuan having laid everything bare, Xiao Kang naturally couldn’t continue to feign ignorance, nor did he dare to.
“Heh heh, Mom, you haven’t mentioned this matter since you arrived in Honghai City. Why did you suddenly think to ask about it today? ”
Xiao Kang’s expression returned to normal, and he asked Xiujuan with a wide smile.
“Don’t beat around the bush with your mother. Get straight to the point. ”
Xiujuan said unceremoniously. Xiao Kang chuckled awkwardly, then immediately put on a confident expression.
“Mom, rest assured. I’ve investigated Ah Mei’s background; it’s impeccably clean, clearer than the water we drink. Absolutely no problems! ”
Xiao Kang assured Xiujuan. Xiujuan, hearing Xiao Kang’s words, frowned slightly, seemingly displeased with his answer.
“Don’t give me that frivolous nonsense. Explain it clearly. ”
Seeing his mother so serious, Xiao Kang knew he couldn’t simply gloss over it with a few words. So, he chuckled and began to explain in detail.
“Alright, I’ll tell you all about Ah Mei’s background in detail, Mom. Ah Mei is a native of Honghai City; she’s not an outsider who migrated here during the Chaos of the Spirit World. During the Chaos of the Spirit World, the entire New Beginning Realm fell into a massive disaster, something I’m sure you know very well without me needing to say much. Ah Mei’s family lost their lives in that disaster, and only she fortunately survived. ”
Xiujuan listened intently, but her slightly furrowed brows did not relax despite Xiao Kang’s explanation.
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