Chapter 21 ROTNDOAHRF

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Rebirth of the Noble Daughter of a High Ranking Family

Chapter 21:

Victims Feel Extremely Aggrieved

Wang Mama, cunning and crafty, was now kneeling straight in front of Ouyang Zhi: "It's all this old servant's fault. I saw Second Miss Ouyang get hurt and, out of concern for her, deceived Master and Madam. Madam was still bedridden, and she knew nothing. Yet, she insisted on struggling to get out of bed to see Second Miss Ouyang. I beg Master not to blame the innocent Madam!"

Ouyang Ke also realized what was happening and rushed forward, embracing Ouyang Zhi's knees: "Father, punish your daughter. It's her fault, not Mother's fault..."

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Although Ouyang Zhi's expression remained grim, the anger he displayed earlier visibly softened, and he made no mention of punishment. Aunt Li, who had just received the news, hurried into the courtyard. Seeing the situation, she couldn't help but glance at Ouyang Nuan, who remained calm and composed. With a smile on her face, Aunt Li stepped forward and earnestly advised, "Master, Madam is unwell. Let's carry her inside first and summon the doctor to attend to her before discussing anything else."

Seeing no objection from Ouyang Zhi, she promptly directed everyone to carry Madam Lin into Ouyang Ke's room. Ouyang Ke dared not show any aggressive behavior again, and she followed along with her head bowed, crying incessantly all the way.

Ouyang Nuan sighed and expressed her concerns to Ouyang Zhi, "Father, it was my maid who accidentally bumped into my sister. I feel very uneasy about it. I truly came to see her out of goodwill, and I never expected it to escalate like this. If I had known, I wouldn't have come..."

Ouyang Jue held her hand and complained somewhat angrily, "Father, it's not Sister's fault!"

Ouyang Zhi looked at his daughter, who appeared guilty, and his son, who seemed angry. He suddenly felt exhausted and waved his hand, saying, "I know it's not your fault. Let's just forget about it."

Li Yiniang smiled at Ouyang Nuan and then helped Ouyang Zhi into the room. As they entered, Ouyang Zhi stepped on the broken pieces of porcelain on the floor, prompting him to glare angrily at Ouyang Ke once again.

Ouyang Nuan watched his retreating figure coldly. This man was truly selfish and self-serving. His anger today was clearly because Ouyang Ke had attempted to strike her, the legitimate eldest daughter, in front of so many servants.

For the Ouyang family, which valued etiquette and decorum, this would undoubtedly be a major scandal. His furious outburst was merely an attempt to divert attention from this fact. If he truly intended to punish Ouyang Ke, why would he let the matter slide so easily after Madam Lin fainted from just a few words? It didn't matter; her goal was simply to prevent Madam Lin and Ouyang Ke from exploiting the situation further. She hadn't expected him to prioritize family honor over everything else.

Ouyang Nuan lowered her head and expressed her concern to Wang Mama, who was still kneeling on the ground. "Wang Mama, is Mother alright? I just wanted to check on my sister, I didn't expect her to be so angry... sigh..."

Wang Mama looked at Ouyang Nuan with a strange expression. "Miss, it's quite a coincidence that the Second Miss was bumped by a maid from your courtyard. You could have used this opportunity to lodge a serious complaint. But instead, you came to visit, which angered her. And just at the right moment, the Master saw it all. It's almost as if the timing was planned. Is there really such a fortunate coincidence in this world?"

After leaving Haitang Pavilion, Ouyang Jue was still somewhat indignant. He scolded Hongyu childishly, "Why did you stop me just now? I should have given her a slap!"

Hongyu smiled and lowered her head without saying a word, but it was Fang Mama who spoke up: "My young master, you're such a naive child. If you had hit the Second Miss today, wouldn't that have given the Young Miss a chance to suppress this matter?"

"If Father had arrived a moment later, Sister would have suffered for nothing," Ouyang Jue said, his fair, jade-like face still clouded with displeasure, cheeks puffed up like little buns.

Ouyang Nuan couldn't help but chuckle and pinched his cheek, saying, "Do I look like someone who would willingly go to her door just to hit her?"

"Without reason, being knocked down, thinking I could vent a bit, who knew that before I even laid a hand on the culprit, I would be scolded instead. Poor victim, it can't be said that Ouyang Ke is unlucky.

"Hmph! Sister, don't pinch my face, I'm already an adult!" protested Ou Yang Jue.

Hongyu still had some worries: "Miss, is this matter considered settled? Will Baihe be punished?"

"Baihe did it for me, so of course I will protect her. But this matter is not entirely settled yet. You'll see." Ouyang Nuan glanced in the direction of the Haitang Pavilion. Every time she saw Ouyang Ke, she couldn't help but think of her past life. Back then, Jue also hated this mother and daughter pair just like now, but she foolishly believed in them and defended them in every possible way.

"Jue, Ke'er is very lovely. You should spend more time with her."

"Jue, Ke'er respects you a lot. You should take care of her like a big brother."

"Jue, the book servant Mother arranged for you seems nice. See how well she treats you!"

Ouyang Nuan couldn't help but recall various things from the past. She lowered her head and looked earnestly at Jue, saying, "Jue, from now on, be very careful around this mother and daughter pair. Don't let them take advantage of you and come crying to me later."

"......"

Madam Lin remained unconscious. The doctor summoned explained that it was due to excessive worry, and after some time, she finally woke up with a pinch to her philtrum. She leaned weakly by the bedside and said to Ouyang Zhi, "Master, don't blame Ke'er. If you must blame someone, blame me for not disciplining her properly."

Ouyang Zhi, seeing her sorrowful appearance, couldn't bring himself to rebuke her. Aunt Li smiled gently beside him, "Master, Second Miss was just momentarily childish. Madam is still unwell. Please forgive Second Miss for Madam's sake."

Ouyang Zhi glanced at the charming Li Yiniang, the anger on his face slowly dissipating. He gave a cold look at Ouyang Ke and said, "Today, you will apologize to your sister until you beg for her forgiveness!"

Ouyang Ke's face flushed red instantly, about to offer an excuse, but Madam Lin hurriedly interjected, "Quickly thank your father. He's doing this for your own good." If Ouyang Ke's behavior today were to spread, who would dare to propose marriage in the future? No family would want a woman who openly assaults her elder sister to be their daughter-in-law!

With a disdainful snort, Ouyang Zhi took Li Yiniang's hand and left. Wang Mama was still kneeling in the courtyard. Seeing the master leave, she spat at Li Yiniang's departing figure before quickly getting up and entering the house.

Once Ouyang Zhi left, Madam Lin got up from the bed, showing no signs of weakness as before. "Ke'er, let me see. Did it hurt when you fell?"

"Let go of me, let go!" Ouyang Ke burst into tears, shouting, "Even you won't help me. You're making me apologize when it was clearly her who intentionally harmed me! What if I accidentally injured my face? What am I supposed to do then?"

Madam Lin was truly in a difficult position, unable to express her grievances. Ouyang Ke couldn't understand her motherly concern, which felt like a stab to her heart. "Ke'er, you are my flesh and blood, how could I not care for you? How could I possibly side with others? I did it all for you!"

"Then why didn't you help me just now? Why did you stand by while they bullied me? Are you also afraid of her? I've been suffering every day when I visit grandmother. I've told you many times I don't want to go anymore! Yet you force me to pay respects. Is that helping me?" Ouyang Ke pushed Madam Lin away forcefully. "If you truly care about me, go and talk to father. It's all Ouyang Nuan's fault that I got hurt. Make him punish her severely!"

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