These words had been bottled up in Yun Daman's belly for a whole day; he felt uncomfortable not speaking them out...
Sanman was curious and asked, "What's wrong, Big Brother?"
"Third Brother, I went home to pick up Father this morning and heard something!" Yun Daman craned his neck to peek into the private room and then closed the door casually.
Yun Sanman was puzzled, "What is it? Hurry up and tell me..."
He had been working at the shop these past few days and hadn't had time to go home and see what had happened.
Yun Daman let out a sigh and muttered, "Miss Fang'er and Miss Murong have left. They left a letter saying they've returned to Chen Country to pay respects to their ancestors!"
"Wh-what?" Yun Sanman was startled and his eyes widened. "Gone to pay respects to their ancestors?"
"Yes, that's what the letter said anyway..." Yun Daman leaned against the wall and patted Yun Sanman's shoulder, comforting him, "Third Brother, don't be too anxious. Miss Fang'er isn't someone ungrateful. She'll come back sooner or later!"
Alas, it was all because Third Brother was too infatuated. He knew Miss Fang'er was a lunatic back then, yet he insisted on bringing her back...
Now look, the person is gone, and you've got nothing. Not only that, but she didn't even say goodbye to you in the end. What were you even trying to achieve?
"No, Big Brother, I'm not worried about that problem right now!" Yun Sanman came back to his senses, his expression serious. "Since Fang'er is a princess of Chen Country, if she returns now, isn't that like walking into a trap? Sigh, Miss Murong too. She's such a smart and capable girl, how could she lead Fang'er to do such a foolish thing?"
Yun Daman: "..."
Third Brother, a melon twisted by force doesn't taste sweet. If Miss Fang'er had feelings for you, why would she leave without a word?
"My sister said they might not have returned to Chen Country at all!" Yun Daman said.
Upon hearing this, Yun Sanman raised an eyebrow, "Why do you say that?"
As far as he knew, Shangguan Fang'er had no one to rely on in Daliang Country, not even friends or family. If they left the Yun family, where could they go if not back to their country?
They couldn't possibly beg on the streets and become beggars...
Yun Daman shrugged, "I don't know, but don't you believe what our sister says? Once she says something, it's definitely true!"
Yun Sanman felt a little calmer upon hearing this, but he was still worried about Fang'er's unannounced departure...
Did Fang'er really not like him?
Even if she wanted to break up, she should have said it clearly. What was the meaning of just leaving like this?
"No, I have to go and find her!" Yun Sanman made up his mind.
Yun Daman immediately tried to dissuade him, "Third Brother, what nonsense are you talking about? The New Year is almost here, and Father has found Brother Jiang Tun. If you go out to look for Fang'er now, aren't you adding to the family's worries? Third Brother, listen to your brother's advice. No matter what it is, wait until after the New Year to do it. Don't make Father and Mother worry..."
Yun Sanman looked up and stared intently at Daman, saying seriously, "If I don't get some things clear, I won't be able to pass the New Year peacefully. Big Brother, don't worry, I'll explain everything to Father and Mother tomorrow morning, and then I'll go find Fang'er alone!"
Yun Daman: "..."
Third Brother is truly infatuated. Don't you ever think about why Fang'er left so suddenly?
Also, since Fang'er's madness was cured, how many times has she spoken to you, joked with you, or held your hand?
The facts are obvious. Shangguan Fang'er doesn't like you at all...
But Daman dared not say these words to Third Brother, fearing he would be stimulated.
Just then, the door to the private room was pushed open, and Zhao Guihua slowly walked out.
Seeing Yun Sanman looking anxious and lost, Zhao Guihua chuckled, "Sanman, you've heard everything, haven't you? Miss Fang'er stayed at our house for so long. No matter how crazy or unruly she was, we treated her like family and never mistreated her..."
"But ever since Miss Murong arrived, she's been like a different person. I'm not gossiping. You can ask Sweet Baby and Jingde. Hasn't Fang'er been sitting in the backyard daydreaming every day, lacking enthusiasm for everyone?"
"Hmph, she used to smile when she saw me and Shanshan, but now? It's as if our family owes her money. She keeps a straight face all day, doesn't say a word, and doesn't greet anyone. She's like a silent, uncommunicative person..."
Upon hearing this, Yun Daman stepped forward and nudged Zhao Guihua, scolding, "Guihua, why are you saying these things? Go inside!"
Can't you see Third Brother is feeling upset? This blockhead has no sense of observation.
"Sister-in-law, what exactly are you trying to say?" Yun Sanman's voice trembled slightly.
Zhao Guihua glared at Yun Daman and continued, "Third Brother, you're smart, you should be able to understand what sister-in-law means. Ever since Miss Murong came to our house, she's been whispering to Fang'er every day, speaking ill of you behind your back. Otherwise, why would Fang'er be so indifferent to you? She doesn't even look you in the eye anymore..."
"Sister-in-law is saying that Miss Murong instigated all of this behind the scenes?" Yun Sanman looked confused.
"Otherwise?" Zhao Guihua spread her hands, her eyes wide. "Besides her, who else has so much ulterior motive?"
Yun Daman was so angry he gnashed his teeth. He tightly grabbed Zhao Guihua's arm and shouted, "You spendthrift woman, why are you saying these things to Third Brother for no reason? Besides, what has Miss Murong done to you that makes you slander her like this? Get back home immediately, hurry up and get out..."
Normally, Yun Daman rarely got angry with Zhao Guihua, but today he was pushed to his limit.
Just then, Xiao Xitian and Xiao Jinheng pushed open the door and walked out.
Xiao Xitian had heard everything Zhao Guihua had just said. She came out wanting to ask her sister-in-law why she was targeting Murong Qing...
Xiao Jinheng also had a cold expression. No matter what, he always stood by Xiao Cun Tong's side.
"Oh, little sister, why did you come out? Come in and eat hot pot!" Yun Daman forced a dry smile and stepped forward to rub his sister's head.
Xiao Xitian raised her small head and looked coldly at Zhao Guihua, sneering, "Sister-in-law, even if you didn't say it, I know why you dislike Sister Murong..."
Zhao Guihua pursed her lips and did not respond.
She knew Xiao Xitian's status in the family. Even if she got angry with anyone, she couldn't offend this sister-in-law, or her parents wouldn't let her off.
Yun Daman was stunned and asked blankly, "Little sister, why is this happening? Why is your sister-in-law acting so strangely for no reason?"
This damned woman, he would deal with her when they got back.
Yun Sanman was also surprised, "Little sister, tell Third Brother, what exactly is going on?"