Chapter 10, Shen Qianzi, you have become a thief

In just a moment, people on the street gathered around. The other party was relentless, and Shen Qianzi was instantly enraged

It feels like she has changed quite a bit after not seeing her for more than two months

Upon hearing this, Xiao Mingwang finally spoke, his gaze towards Shen Qianzi still filled with disdain: "Since you wish to go out, we shall comply with your wishes. Just as your third sister mentioned, we will bring you back once you have recovered from your injuries"

The man looked at her veil and angrily said: "In broad daylight, you dare to steal our young master's purse in public. You have quite the audacity. Hurry up and return our young master's purse!"

Most of the prominent figures from the Xiao family have attended, with only the matriarch, Mrs. Qi, yet to make an appearance. For Shen Qianzi, it is perhaps better that she has not shown up, as it is likely that upon seeing that old woman, she would be unable to restrain herself from kicking her twice.

Today is indeed the right time for this, so at this moment she holds nearly ten pouches of various sizes in her hands. Although they are all empty, they are enough to inspire one's imagination.

Daydreaming

Shen Qianzi covered her face with a veil again, and beneath the veil, the corners of her mouth curled up, smiling with a cool detachment and irony. Coming back? ... The next time I return will be the day of your old, wretched demise...

Xiao Mingwang's face was ashen, resembling that of someone confronting an enemy, and he did not utter a word for a long time. Consequently, the large and elegant hall felt particularly quiet.

Father, given my current situation, I fear I can no longer contribute anything to the Xiao family. I know you cannot accept me, and I also feel embarrassed to stay in the Xiao family without contributing. I have returned today simply to inform everyone. From now on, I, Shen Qianzi, will no longer reside with the Xiao family. I was never truly one of you, and from this point forward, I have no ties with the Xiao family.

If you dare to take everything you have on you out, we will believe that you are innocent

The crowd immediately erupted in noise, and everyone's gaze was fixed on the object in her hand

With Xiao Mingwang, the head of the family, present, Zhang Qiaoyin naturally did not have the leading speaking rights

Shen Qianzi blinked and pointed at herself: "Did you call me?"

Everyone who comes here remembers Shen Qianzi and knows her. The second branch is the Qin family, the third branch is the Lu family, the fourth branch is the Yan family. The eldest son is Xiao Qi, the second son is Xiao Shun, and the eldest daughter is Xiao Shanshan. These three are considered the legitimate children of the late Mrs. Xiao, Zheng, while the others are all born of several concubines.

Catch the thief

"Thieves will always claim their innocence"

Shen Qianzi touched her face. Does she look like a thief in her current state?

Is it because of the disfigurement from the injury that there is hatred towards them in the heart? Is that why there is a desire for revenge upon returning this time?

Shen Qianzi's face is truly unforgettable, and it is her beauty that has caused all this trouble

Upon leaving the Xiao family, Shen Qianzi took a deep breath of fresh air. She turned back and cast a cold glance at the tall, gilded plaque.

Xiao Mingwang's face became utterly unpleasant, his gaze towards Shen Qianzi not only filled with disgust but also complicated, much like that of Zhang Qiaoyin.

Xiao Mingwang spoke up, and no one else opposed him, not even Zhang Qiaoyin said a word. Among all those present, Shen Qianzi felt that the gazes of her eldest son Xiao Qi and second son Xiao Shun towards her were somewhat strange... as if carrying a hint of reluctance...

Just after she brushed past someone, she suddenly heard a loud shout.

Not for any other reason, but because the original self suffered too much from the old woman's temper while alive

In ancient times, there was Hua Mulan, who took her father's place to join the army; in the present, there is Shen Qianzi, who bears arms for herself

Hum!

There were those who watched with amusement, those who laughed with satisfaction, and those who took pleasure in others' misfortunes... In any case, everyone in the room displayed a variety of expressions.

Zhang Qiaoyin remained silent, even lowering her head, seemingly lost in thought.

In the past, Shen Qianzi was to be a pawn of the Xiao family, which was due to her lack of ability; after leaving the Xiao family, a woman like her had little means of survival. However, she is not her former self; she will not allow herself to live in humiliation. Whoever dares to use her again, whoever dares to harm her, she will definitely make them suffer to the point of lifelong incontinence!

"Stop right there!" A young man on the opposite side suddenly pointed at her in anger and quickly walked over.

Finally left this den of evil

Now, being able to leave the Xiao family openly and aboveboard is also thanks to this face; even if it is 'ruined', at least that old scoundrel Xiao Mingwang will no longer have any designs on her.

She did not linger much, raising her head, straightening her waist, and pulling in her abdomen in front of everyone, striding away from their sight with a swagger, while singing with great enthusiasm.

The man glared: "You still won't admit it? Just now, as you passed by us, the money pouch of our young master disappeared. Who else could it be but you?"

Seeing this, Shen Qianzi felt that there was no need for her to say any more. She straightened her back, raised her chin, and directly met Xiao Mingwang's eyes filled with disgust

She lifted her chin slightly, meeting the other person's anger with some displeasure: "What evidence do you have that I stole the purse?"

As she noticed everyone staring at her face as if they were watching a spectacle, Shen Qianzi did not shy away in the slightest. Standing in the center of the hall, she even turned around once, taking in the expressions of all those present.

Father, Mother, please do not look at me with such a ghostly expression. I have merely been disfigured; I am not dead. Seeing you like this makes me feel very guilty. Just because others are silent does not mean Shen Qianzi will remain silent either

What else can Xiao Mingwang say? This worthless person has had his face ruined, leaving him with no value to speak of. He now wishes he could immediately drive this woman out of the Xiao family.

However, Zhang Qiaoyin's previous concern has vanished, and at this moment, she sits beside Xiao Mingwang with an unusual indifference, seemingly trying to diminish her presence.

Damn it, if you take it out, then take it out. Show me clearly. If it weren't for your money bag, let's see what you would say!

The word 'thief' was a sensitive term for Shen Qianzi, so she turned around without a second thought

As she spoke, her hand moved to her chest and sleeves, pulling out everything she had on her all at once

The reason she receives a higher level of attention in the Xiao family is simply that Zhang Qiaoyin is currently the second wife of the Xiao family, which makes her position in the Xiao family somewhat awkward

I am truly innocent

March forward, march forward, the responsibility of the warriors is heavy, the grievances of women run deep

What if I say that I am innocent

The eldest daughter of the Xiao family, Xiao Shanshan, said to her father: "Father, since Fourth Sister has expressed her desire to live outside, you should agree to it. The Xiao family has many members, and in my opinion, Fourth Sister is currently injured. Living at home may subject her to disturbances, so it would be better to let her stay outside to recuperate in peace."

Shen Qianzi looked down and immediately felt an impulse to bang her head against the wall. It was not for any other reason, but because she had received quite a few money bags while pretending to be a ghost to 'beg for money' at Youming Mountain not long ago. She noticed that those money bags were embroidered in an exceptionally exquisite and beautiful manner, and thought it would be a pity to lose them; it would be better to keep them for later when she could exchange them for some silver upon returning to the capital.

Shen Qianzi was on the verge of spitting blood. Is there such a thing as wrongfully accusing someone?

She is not her biological grandmother, but one can imagine how much disdain she would have for her step-granddaughter

However, she believes that there are still those who are unwilling to accept it... As for who will be unwilling, she trusts that the answer will soon be revealed

The news of Shen Qianzi's return quickly spread throughout the various courtyards of the Xiao family. Before long, the hall was filled with people.

Walking on the bustling city streets, Shen Qianzi was contemplating buying some necessary items on her way home