Farm Girl's Manor
Chapter 783: Catching Someone Red-Handed (4)_1

Chapter 783: Chapter 783: Catching Someone Red-Handed (4)_1

Xiao Ruiyuan caught the implicit meaning in Mo Qingze’s words and couldn’t help but feel a sigh of relief, "Uncle Mo, your nephew is twenty-three this year, without any maids to serve in my room, nor are there concubines. In the future, these people won’t be here to disturb the peace of the residence."

Mo Qingze sized up Xiao Ruiyuan from top to bottom, feeling very surprised that at his age he had no women serving him. A hint of inquiry flashed in his eyes, Could he have a hidden illness? If so, they certainly couldn’t agree!

The straightforwardness in Mo Qingze’s gaze was all too clear, and as a man, Xiao Ruiyuan could not fail to understand the deep meaning on his face. He felt as if he was choking on the indignation that couldn’t materialize, nearly spewing out a mouthful of old blood.

If it were anyone else who dared to question his capabilities, he would have swung out a hand long ago. Yet the man before him was holding sway over his lifelong happiness. He not only couldn’t take action but also had to explain that his body was in good condition and without any issues. But how should he explain such a matter?

Fortunately, Mo Qingze finally sensed that something was not right and quickly withdrew his gaze, coughing uncomfortably, "All this is what you’ve said by yourself, Mo Someone cannot discern the truth from falsehood. However, my daughter is still young. For the next two or three years, we won’t consider the matter of her lifetime commitment."

The meaning of his words was clear, If you really mean it, you’d better wait for two or three years! As for what would happen after those two or three years... that would be evaluated in due course!

Mo Qingze’s change in attitude was due in part to the absence of reasons to outright object, and also because the person before him was exceedingly outstanding in all aspects apart from his aloof nature. Among the young men he had encountered, few could match him.

If it were anyone else who could have such a young man as a son-in-law, they’d probably wake up laughing from their dreams. Although he wouldn’t wake up laughing, he was also concerned that this might be the destined marriage for his daughter. Two to three years was neither long nor short, but it was time enough to test whether the man before him was worthy of his daughter’s lifetime trust.

Despite not having received a definitive answer, seeing that Mo Qingze did not utterly oppose was enough to make Xiao Ruiyuan’s heart leap with excitement, and his attitude became even more respectful, "Uncle Mo, your nephew will definitely not let you down!"

He believed that as long as he treated Yanyan with all his heart, he would surely move his future father-in-law and, in time, take Yanyan home in a grand bridal sedan—their home for the two of them.

Mo Qingze, unable to outright deny, then assumed a solemn expression and sternly said, "I don’t want to see a repeat of tonight’s events. Otherwise, you should not come here again in the future."

The reputation of a Daughter’s family was supremely important. With this young man being at an age full of vigor, any slip-up would be advantageous for him while misfortune would befall his daughter. Under no circumstances could he let this young man be alone with his daughter!

Xiao Ruiyuan felt somewhat embarrassed and, even more, reluctant. Yet at such a critical moment, he couldn’t oppose his future father-in-law, even if unwillingly. It was simply a matter of frequently visiting to see Yanyan in the future, and although he might not be allowed to be alone with her, a few extra glances were always beneficial. He accordingly obliged, "Thank you for the reminder, Uncle Mo. I understand."

"Hmph, you’d better remember it. If there’s nothing else, you should go back to your room and rest, and stop wandering around."

Knowing him to be a man of his word, Mo Qingze was somewhat satisfied to hear his willingness to comply. But his face remained stern and he impatiently waved his hand to dismiss him.

Hearing these words, Xiao Ruiyuan respectfully performed a junior’s salute before taking his leave from the courtyard. Standing outside the courtyard gate, his feet instinctively turned towards Mo Yan’s quarters, but remembering the promise he had just made to Mo Qingze, he stiffened for a moment. After staring in that direction for a long time, he finally returned to his own quarters, feeling lost.

No sooner had Xiao Ruiyuan left, Mo Qingze appeared. Watching the direction Xiao Ruiyuan had gone with a snort, he stepped toward his eldest daughter’s quarters.

Since Xiao Ruiyuan left with Mo Qingze, Yanyan had been restless, looking outside from time to time. When Mo Qingze arrived, he saw her standing at the doorway, looking out anxiously with a nervous face. Seeing this, his already wavering mood soured further.

Seeing her father return so soon, Yanyan felt relieved instead and rushed forward to drag him into the house, arm in arm, under the pretense of tasting tea, not mentioning Xiao Ruiyuan at all.

Her little tricks couldn’t fool Mo Qingze. Without exposing her, he truly picked up the teacup and began to taste it carefully, appearing as if nothing had transpired.

But it was Yanyan who couldn’t hold out first. After forcing herself to drink tea with her father, she hesitantly asked, "Father, you... you didn’t have an argument with Sir Xiao, did you?"

Mo Qingze immediately gave his daughter a sharp rap on the head. Watching her wince and hold her forehead, he reached out gently to rub it, speaking in a displeased tone, "No argument, just told him not to come looking for you anymore."

Yanyan was startled and blurted out, "That’s not acceptable!"

Mo Qingze glared at his daughter, "Not acceptable? Why not? Would you rather that young man sneak into your room in the dead of night, damaging your reputation?"

Yanyan wanted to say that their relationship was sincere and within the bounds of propriety, and moreover, it was under her family’s roof, so how could it ruin her reputation? But she knew that once she spoke out, her father would be furious and make her kneel before the ancestors, lecturing her severely on a woman’s virtues.

Seeing his daughter visibly mired in this situation, Mo Qingze massaged his forehead, resignedly speaking, "Father originally had Shen Ji in mind for you. Who would have thought... sigh, never did I consider that you would take a liking to that young man!"

With a sigh, the regret in Mo Qingze’s voice was evident, for he found it a pity that Shen Ji couldn’t become his son-in-law.

"Father has nothing against that young man. It’s just that the social position between the two families is too different, and how can Father rest assured to entrust your lifelong happiness to him so readily? Thankfully, you’re still young. It is not too late to wait until you are eighteen. If he is willing to wait for you wholeheartedly, Father will allow it. But if he’s unwilling... hmph, forget him, and Father will find you someone even better!"

The Hidden Guard listening from atop the roof was conflicted upon hearing this. He didn’t know whether he should tell his master these words or not...