Princess Fenyang was so angry that she was almost going crazy, and Mr. Cui also suspected that something happened last night that they didn't know about. Otherwise, there was no way to explain why Cui Yuandao's attitude changed so quickly.
While comforting Princess Fenyang, he hurriedly ordered people to check the whereabouts of Cui Yuandao and Mr. Cui Liu last night.
Master Cui Liu didn't know that he was being investigated. He was stunned after coming out of Fenyang Palace. He followed his father to his father's room, still a little bit unbelievable. It's true that he likes to play, but he is also smart. If this news gets out, I'm afraid that the people in the clan will want to kill him.
After being in a daze for a long time, he watched Cui Yuandao pack up the visiting cards and books as usual. He shuddered and came to his senses. He pursed his lips and asked in fear: "Dad, are you really going to... ..."
Cui Yuandao glanced at him coldly.
Cui Liuye felt guilty, lowered his eyes and dared not look his father in the eye, shaking his head: "No, no, Dad, if you give up your official career because of me, wouldn't it be a very unfilial son..."
Cui Yuandao was so angry that he almost laughed. He threw a book at Cui Liuye with a smile on his face. It almost smashed Cui Liuye's head. When Cui Liuye screamed in pain and reached out to wipe it, he coldly scolded him: "Shut up! Since you know, you should guard your mouth and legs! Compared with the reputation of the family and my career, the reputation of the family for a hundred years and your life are naturally more important."
His son was a bastard, but he couldn't just watch him fall into disgrace and be despised by the whole world.
Mr. Cui Liu wanted to say something but stopped himself. He opened his mouth, feeling angry and anxious. He suddenly raised his hand and slapped himself again, then hurriedly apologized to Cui Yuandao.
Cui Yuandao was too lazy to argue with him, and just waved his hand in annoyance: "Don't bother with this, I'm tired of watching, from now on, you'll be on your own, I was able to save you once because I happened to have something to ask for, next time, you may not be so lucky."
Cui Yuandao was angry and disappointed after all his years of accumulation were destroyed in an instant, and he was also being manipulated by others. However, he had to find a way to solve every problem he encountered. If getting angry could solve the problem, then that would be a simple thing.
Mr. Cui Liu listened to his father's pile of warnings in a daze. When he walked out of the room, he felt his hands and feet were cold, and his arms and soles were stiff. He stood on the steps with a stern face for a while, and was about to leave dejectedly. When he looked up, he saw a familiar figure, and subconsciously lowered his head to avoid it.
But it was too late to avoid it. Princess Fenyang came over and looked at Master Cui Liu with a frown: "Do you know why uncle suddenly changed his mind?"
This sight made Mr. Cui Liu shudder with fear, thinking that Princess Fenyang had discovered what he had done. He swallowed nervously, shuddered, and shook his head violently.
Princess Fenyang patiently stared at him for a long time, and seeing his distraught face, she couldn't help but feel annoyed - Mr. Cui had already asked someone to investigate, but because Cui Yuandao had a bad temper and was highly respected, he had always been the one who had the final say in the Cui family. What's more, he came to the old house in the capital, and he was the only real and biggest master in the house. Everyone had to listen to him. If he didn't want to tell where he went and who he met, the servants would not know at all.
Therefore, Mr. Cui didn't ask anything.
She rubbed her brows, and seeing that Mr. Cui Liu was unable to get anything out of him, she had no choice but to frown and walk past him to knock on the door.
Cui Yuandao was still busy cleaning up his things. Although he was not very willing at first, he had agreed to return to the officialdom. Now he had to go back home so soon and he didn't have many things to prepare. He had almost finished sorting out the things when Princess Fenyang arrived.
He looked up and saw Princess Fenyang. He didn't say anything, but just nodded to her calmly: "Sit down."
Princess Fenyang suppressed her temper and sat aside. She took a deep breath and looked at Cui Yuandao seriously, forcing a smile: "Uncle, I was wrong before. I was too anxious and said something I didn't think of. If I offended you, please don't hold it against me."
Cui Yuandao waved his hand and said, "You are right. I went back on my word and caught you off guard. I ruined the family's business. It is my fault."
Hearing Cui Yuandao's words, the anger in Princess Fenyang's heart melted a little, and she sighed slowly: "I'm glad that Uncle can understand my feelings. Uncle, if you have any concerns or dissatisfaction, you can tell me. We are a family, and our stance is always the same at all times. If you encounter any difficulties, tell me, Jin Guan, and I will do my best to help you solve it."
Cui Yuandao raised his head and looked at Princess Fenyang for a moment, then shook his head slowly: "No need. If Princess really wants to help me, please don't hold a grudge against me too much. I will be satisfied then."
He was a great scholar and was not afraid of offending his niece who was a princess. By saying this, he meant to bow his head and admit his mistake.
It’s a pity that Princess Fenyang doesn’t care about this at all.
Compared with the huge benefits, this little apology and so-called dignity are worthless.
She heard the hidden meaning in Cui Yuandao's words and could not help but get extremely angry: "After all this talk, you still want to treat these people as fools! We have already prepared everything. Now everything is ready, and we only lack the east wind. Suddenly... What on earth do you mean!?"
Cui Yuandao sighed deeply. Seeing Princess Fenyang was furious, he paused and said softly, "I am used to being an idle wanderer. After careful consideration, I still don't want to go back and play tricks on each other. Just treat it as me running away from the battlefield."
Princess Fenyang rested her hands on the table, exerting so much force that her fingertips turned white.
She had said everything that should and should not be said, and had explained the reason to Cui Yuandao over and over again, but Cui Yuandao was still so conservative. Her patience finally reached its limit, and she sneered and turned away.
Mr. Cui had been waiting for a long time. When he saw Princess Fenyang coming out, he hurried over to look at her inquiringly. Seeing Princess Fenyang shaking her head, Mr. Cui could not help but frown and remind her worriedly: "Princess, they are still waiting for news..."
To cooperate, you must first have the capital for cooperation.
Originally, if Cui Yuandao had become the Prime Minister, then needless to say, the southeast would naturally offer money and resources to beg for cooperation with Princess Fenyang and the Cui family. But now Cui Yuandao suddenly gave up. What would Mr. Bai think of such a mistake at this time
Princess Fenyang herself also had a severe headache. (To be continued)