The manuscript was not thick. Duan Shaoqing turned page after page, his expression getting darker and darker as he read it. When he reached the end, he slammed the table and let the tea cup jump up and then fall down. Tea spilled all over the table.
Tea splashed onto the manuscript, turning the ink words into a black mess.
Duan Shaoqing's forehead veins popped out, and he stared at Xin You with his eyes: "Qingqing, what do you mean?"
This manuscript actually tells the story of an orphan girl who took a large sum of money to seek refuge with her grandfather's family, but was eventually eaten alive by her grandfather's family. She died of hatred and her family fortune was swallowed up.
Although the maternal ancestors in the story are just wealthy businessmen, as long as this book is printed and sold by Qingsong Bookstore, anyone who reads it will think of the Shaoqing Mansion.
This girl wants to completely ruin the reputation of the Shaoqing Mansion, and even his official career!
Xin You looked at Duan Shaoqing's selective and devouring eyes, but still looked calm: "I just want to get back the Kou family's wealth."
Duan Shaoqing picked up the manuscript and beat it on the table: "So you are using this to threaten me and Shaoqing's house?"
His angry look made Xin You curl her lips: "Yes, I did exchange this unsold manuscript for Qingqing's family property. Does uncle think it can be exchanged?"
"Do you think those rumors can shake the Shaoqing Mansion?"
Xin You saw Duan Shaoqing's persistence and smiled: "Uncle, do you know how many people are eagerly waiting for Mr. Song Ling's new book? I am the owner of Qingsong Bookstore. I have the final say in everything. As long as I borrow Song Ling If Mr. Ling's name is given to the printing house and printed in large quantities, the story will be spread throughout the streets and alleys of the capital in less than three days."
Duan Shaoqing listened to these merciless words and trembled with anger: "Kou Qingqing, you really have strong wings. How can there be such a ruthless person like you?"
"A wolf's heart and a dog's lungs?"
At this moment, she could finally say these words for Kou Qingqing: "Uncle, have you forgotten how Qingqing fell off the cliff? It was your daughter who did it, your wife who instigated it, and you who fought for the divorced Mr. Qiao." His other daughter. If I were not so lucky, how would I be different from the girl in this story?"
Duan Shaoqing subconsciously retorted: "Ms. Qiao has been divorced——"
Xin You sneered: "Uncle, I hope you can see clearly that Qingqing's life and death after falling off the cliff depends on luck, not on the arrogance of these people in Shaoqing's house!"
It's sad that Kou Qingqing doesn't have such good luck.
After living as Kou Qingqing for a long time, Xin You developed feelings for this poor girl even though she had never met her.
She pitied the fate of this girl who looked similar to her, and was angry at the ugly faces of the relatives who were supposed to love and protect this girl.
Kou Qingqing couldn't speak anymore. She could speak for her, tear off the fig leaf of Shaoqing's mansion for her, collect the wealth for her, and prevent these disgusting things from sucking blood and enjoying the Kou family's property.
Xin You looked at Duan Shaoqing and said word by word: "So it's not that Kou Qingqing is a wolf and a dog-hearted person, but you have already killed the simple and well-behaved Kou Qingqing who only cared about being close to his relatives."
Her words were loud and clear, like ice beads hitting Duan Shaoqing's heart, making him feel an inexplicable chill.
Duan Shaoqing had never realized so clearly: that meek and silent niece would never come back.
The girl in front of her is as hard as iron and good at pretending. She simply hates the Shaoqing Mansion!
The murderous intention flashed from my heart.
Xin You smiled: "I forgot to tell my uncle that Mr. Kong went to Qingsong Bookstore that day."
Duan Shaoqing said nothing, waiting for her to continue.
"Master Kong is the son of Princess Zhaoyang, and I heard that he is still a marquis. Master Kong specifically said that when the new book is released, he will buy a hundred copies."
Duan Shaoqing's expression suddenly changed.
The opinions of ordinary people cannot shake the foundation of Shaoqing's government, but it is different for people who are officials in the same dynasty. If people who have not dealt with him in the past use this to cause trouble, he is likely to be in trouble.
And if Princess Zhaoyang intervenes, it will be even more troublesome.
Deputy Commander Han was dismissed not long ago, and many people knew that Zhao
Duan Shaoqing is naturally aware of Princess Yang's protection of Miss Kou.
He actually felt proud of it.
Duan Shaoqing wished he could slap himself in the mouth.
He was really ignorant at the time!
"besides--"
As soon as Xin You opened his mouth, Duan Shaoqing's hands shook unconsciously.
There is still one?
He stared at Yun Danfengqing to see what else she would say.
"Master He also said that Jin Shang is very interested in Mr. Song Ling. Mr. Song Ling has published a new book, and maybe I will read it too."
Duan Shaoqing's face suddenly lost all color, and he said with an inward look: "You are deceiving me!"
"Deceiving you? What is uncle talking about?" Xin You looked confused.
Duan Shaoqing grabbed the manuscript and said, "You wrote this book, and you are selling it under the name of Mr. Songling. Isn't this a lie?"
Xin You shook her head: "Uncle, are you under too much pressure and your thoughts are a little confused? Qingsong Bookstore sells new books in front of everyone, and it's not like Mr. Songling specially wrote it for just one person to read. How can you talk about bullying?"
Duan Shaoqing hesitated when asked.
"Besides, why couldn't this book be written by Mr. Song Ling? Who can prove that it was written by me? Shaoqing's Mansion?"
Xin You asked three times in a row, making Duan Shaoqing sweaty and speechless.
This girl has made complete preparations and is determined to break up with the Shaoqing Mansion.
But what troubled Duan Shaoqing was that he had to compromise due to the threat posed by this manuscript.
At least now I can only compromise and appease this girl first.
"Okay, okay. Qingqing, uncle really didn't expect you to be like this. You are completely different from your mother."
Xin You curled her lips: "People change. Maybe my uncle and grandmother are different from what my mother thinks."
The irony in these words was so straightforward that it made Duan Shaoqing's expression colorful.
"Uncle, have you thought about it?" Xin You asked lightly after a period of silence.
Duan Shaoqing took a deep breath and stood up: "You and I will go to see your grandmother."
"Thank you for your help, uncle." Xin You smiled brightly and put the damaged manuscript into the box.
Staring at her movements, Duan Shaoqing suddenly said: "Qingqing, uncle also has a question to ask you."
Xin You picked up the box and said, "Uncle, please tell me."
Duan Shaoqing was silent for a while, staring closely into her eyes: "When you were making a fuss about opening a bookstore, did you think about this day?"
Those cold eyes curved beautifully: "So be it."
She can't see a hundred steps in one step, but she can make the best of the situation and there is always a solution to difficulties.
Her answer shocked Duan Shaoqing, and his expression worsened: "Let's go to Ruyi Hall."
It was already past lunch break, and the old lady was sitting on the kang, enjoying the maid's shoulders and legs.
"Old madam, the eldest gentleman and his cousin are here."
