Chapter 706: Dogleg

Qiao Xiaomai “…”

How dare she brazenly accuse Zhu Hongyun! Just how thick-skinned can she be?

And look how smoothly she switched her attitudes—from overwhelming aggression to sycophancy—without any awkwardness in between.

‘Sanlang, little sister, if you two are angry, vent it on Xiaoyun. She’s young and made a mistake. Don’t hesitate because of any family sentiments, punish her as you see necessary.’

Seeing both Qiao Xiaomai and Tong Sanlang remain silent, Zhu Hongfu hurriedly continued.

‘As for the kitchen, smash it if you please. Smash it any way you like!’

Qiao Xiaomai scoffed, retorting, ‘We won’t do it. Your Zhu Family can have at it.’

‘Fine, fine, fine. You two must be tired from the ox cart journey, rest now. Xiaoyun and I will handle it.’ Zhu Hongfu agreed hastily, then sternly called Zhu Hongyun, ‘Xiaoyun! Didn’t you hear me? Get down from there!’

Zhu Hongyun, who had been feigning death all this time, finally reacted upon hearing his words, slowly straightening herself.

Seeing this, Qiao Xiaomai commented, ‘She’s pregnant, don’t overwork her.’

‘Rest assured, sister. A few smashes from her will suffice, I’ll handle the rest! Plates, bowls, pots and pans, I’ll smash them all!’ Zhu Hongfu patted his chest to assure Qiao Xiaomai. ‘Xiaoyun has been spoiled and doesn’t know any better. You and Sanlang, please don’t stoop to her level.’

‘She’s always the one causing trouble. I have no time for her antics. Sanlang and I are off to Prefecture City to take the exams these coming days.’ Qiao Xiaomai crossed her arms, aloof and haughty.

Of course, she was speaking the truth.

As for Zhu Hongyun, as long as she doesn’t go out of her way to cause trouble, Qiao Xiaomai could hardly spare any time for her.

Zhu Hongfu heard this, his face featuting a broad smile as he continually praised Qiao Xiaomai’s generosity and Tong San-lang’s intelligence. He also wished for Tong Sanlang to pass the civil examination.

Qiao Xiaomai had no patience for such flattery and promptly said, ‘Get to it!’

‘Yes, yes, yes,’ Zhu Hongfu quickly pulled Zhu Hongyun down from the ox cart and briskly entered the courtyard.

‘Sanlang, you as well, come down from the roof. You and sister watch from the entrance, see how I’ll destroy the kitchen.’

At his words, Tong Sanlang swiftly descended from the roof like a swallow and positioned himself at the kitchen door.

Seeing this, Zhu Hongfu hurriedly lit a kerosene lamp.

Under the light of the lamp, he gritted his teeth, lifted a bowl from the house, and flung it hard onto the floor.

The coarse porcelain bowl shattered on the ground with a clear, ringing sound.

He then pushed over the cabinet.

He dragged out the iron pot, found a hammer, and smashed it with all his might.

Even the tables in the kitchen were reduced to splinters within a few swings.

Then he hurried to the doorway and glanced at Tong Sanlang, wearing a smile, ‘Sanlang, you see, I’ve smashed everything I could.’

‘The stove is still intact.’

‘That…’ Zhu Hongfu’s face showed difficulty, ‘The stove was built with bricks. I can’t smash it.’

‘Get a sledgehammer, a few hits should do it,’ Tong Sanlang said, expressionless.

Led by his words, Zhu Hongfu gritted his teeth and nodded, ‘Done!’

He picked up a sledgehammer, and went on to attack the stove, time and time again.

The stove built of green bricks couldn’t withstand his onslaught and was quickly reduced to rubble.

With pots, bowls, table, cabinet, and even the stove smashed, the Zhu Family’s kitchen was ruined.

Tong Sanlang was satisfied, announcing, ‘That will do.’

Zhu Hongfu, dripping with sweat now, wiped his brow hearing this. He was still careful to wear a appeasing smile, ‘If you’re satisfied, then it’s settled.’

‘From now on, cooking braised pork is off limits,’ Tong Sanlang cautioned.

‘Yes, yes, yes. You can count on it. We’ll cook it for ourselves only and won’t sell it anymore!’ Zhu Hongfu said in a definitive tone.

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