flstandardbreds Chapter 164 Duan Mengrou
Chapter 164 Duan Mengrou
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Amidst the cries and pleas, only one young woman remained calm and composed, neither weeping nor pleading, as if these events were none of her concern. Liu Ye, somewhat curious, glanced at her a few more times and noticed that she was dressed simply, without any gold or silver ornaments in her hair or ears, much like a maid. Yet, she was kneeling among a group of richly dressed women, clearly indicating that she was not a maid.
However, there was no time to ponder this strange woman. Liu Ye withdrew his gaze and got to the point: "Heaven cherishes life. It's not fair to make you weak women bear the consequences of your master's mistakes. I have consulted with the governor, and he will spare your lives. Leave the Gao residence and find your own way to make a living..."
Everyone was overjoyed upon hearing this. The middle-aged woman who had been the first to kneel wiped away her tears and snot, crawled a few steps closer to Liu Ye with delight, and asked expectantly, "Sir, can our family's money shop be returned to us?"
Liu Ye was furious. "Are you really stupid, or do you think I'm stupid?" He kicked her to the ground. "Don't push your luck. If you keep nagging, I'll send you to keep your father company!"
The middle-aged woman was kicked to the ground, her gold hairpin and pearl necklace falling to the ground and rolling everywhere. Ignoring the pain, she picked up the jewelry, remained kneeling, and cautiously asked, "...Then, can I take my valuables with me?"
Liu Ye was speechless. He turned to the butler and asked, "Who is this stupid woman?"
The steward stammered, "Reporting to you, sir, this is Madam Gao Liang, the master's principal wife..."
“Everyone says a virtuous wife brings good fortune to her husband, but Gao Hongtu married a wife like you, no wonder he's ended up like this…” Liu Ye glanced at her disdainfully and raised his voice, “No one is allowed to take anything out of the Gao mansion except the clothes they are wearing. If you want to take your valuables, you can, but leave your life behind! From tomorrow onwards, there will be no more Gao family in Guangzhou.”
Upon hearing this, Gao Liangshi was heartbroken, her vision blurred, and she fainted on the spot. Several soldiers picked her up and threw her out the gate. A little boy with a snotty nose cried out "Mother" and followed her out. The others, hearing that they had been thrown out penniless, were overcome with grief and began to weep as well. They were used to a life of luxury, and suddenly having nothing left, how could they possibly adapt?
Liu Ye, naturally, wouldn't soften his stance. He waved his hand and ordered, "Get them out of here!"
The guards rushed forward and herded the people out of the gate like cattle and sheep. Most of Gao Hongtu's concubines had bound feet, and how could they walk fast with their tiny golden lotuses? In addition, they were crying as they walked, and if they were not careful, they would fall down, which would make them wail even more. For a time, the sound of crying in Gao's mansion was deafening.
Amidst the chaos, Liu Ye noticed the composed young woman. Unlike the women around her who were wailing and lamenting, she calmly observed the unfolding events, seemingly unconcerned about the lives of the dozens of members of the Gao family. If she were a member of the Gao family, such a reaction would be utterly incomprehensible.
Seemingly sensing that Liu Ye was looking at her, the young woman looked up at him, stood up, pulled an older woman behind her over, and said softly, "This servant has something to say to you, sir. Please, sir, let's speak in private."