Chapter 78: Apology - Rebirth of the Noble Daughter

 Chapter 78: Apology

The three chatted for a while, and as the sky gradually darkened, the two knew they couldn't linger outside any longer, so they bid farewell.

The night was as dark as ink and today's moon seemed even rounder than the night before.

Four or five days later, another rumor quietly surfaced in the streets. It was said that several men who frequented flower wine clashed over something trivial and ended up fighting. Two of them claimed they had powerful backgrounds and were protected by the Wen family. They advised the others to kneel and apologize to avoid the wrath of the Wen family, warning that there would be consequences.

However, the other party happened to be a local bigwig in the neighborhood and was in no mood to listen. Not even the Wen family could save them, let alone imperial relatives.

After a flurry of punches, news of the Wen family's involvement in spreading rumors quickly spread through the streets and alleys.

Early the next morning, while Wen Yuwei was still asleep, Liang Luo and her men stormed in. Neither the father and son of the Wen family nor Wen Hanglu were at home, and the servants couldn't stop them.

Kicking open the door, they startled Wen Yuwei awake from her dreams. She was bewildered to see Liang Luo standing there, her face filled with astonishment.

"Why are you here?"

Liang Luo didn't waste time talking to her. The men Xia Lu had bribed to spread rumors had already been captured by the Liang family. After a few rounds of beatings, they confessed everything, even describing Xia Lu's appearance in detail.

If it weren't for Xia Lu and her mistress's mischief, how could an outsider describe the maid's appearance so accurately?

Thus, the accusation and confrontation began early in the morning.

"Ah, now I see why the rumor spread so quickly. It turns out you, this despicable person, were scheming behind our backs!"

She grabbed Wen Yuwei and pulled her off the bed. Her knees and elbows were bruised from the fall, and before she could react, Liang Luo's slaps came down one after another.

It was true that Wen Yuwei's uncle was an assistant minister at the Ministry of Personnel, but he was just an uncle, not her father.

In terms of status, Wen Yuwei couldn't compare to Liang Luo.

After days of pent-up frustration, Liang Luo finally found an outlet. Her slaps were swift, and soon the delicate face swelled like a pig's head, covered in bloodstains.

"Miss, Miss..."

Xia Lu cried out, wanting to rush forward and protect her mistress, but Liang Luo's men held her back firmly.

Just like her mistress, who glared fiercely at Xia Lu, "Don't worry, it will soon be your turn."

After a dozen slaps, Liang Luo finally felt relieved of the pent-up anger. She threw Wen Yuwei to the ground like a rag, then turned to Xia Lu. Her expression resembled a vengeful ghost from hell, ready to deliver punishment.

Sure enough, a sinister voice soon spoke up, "Jin Xiu, this unruly girl had tarnished my reputation outside and disrespected Miss Wei from the Wei family. Today, teach her a lesson for me."

"Yes."

Jin Xiu received the order and nodded to the others beside her.

The servants they brought were all long-serving veterans of the household, skilled in their methods. From their sleeves, they produced something, put it on their hands, and began punching and kicking Xia Lu.

The room echoed with Xia Lu's cries of pain. In less than half an incense stick's time, she was beaten unconscious.

But Jin Xiu and the others didn't stop. It seemed they intended to beat her to death.

Wen Yuwei knew the game was up but hadn't expected Liang Luo to dare to barge in so recklessly and viciously beat her and her maid.

Her cheeks were sore, and speaking was uncomfortable, but seeing Xia Lu, who was loyal to her being beaten, she couldn't wait any longer. "You... aren't you afraid of the Ministry of Justice investigating your father's loose discipline of his children?"

Her fearless gaze met Liang Luo's, filled with extreme grievance, yet she had to maintain her last bit of dignity.

Liang Luo sneered at her, "Wen Yuwei, did you think I came here today just to vent my anger? I have already reported to Duke Wei and Miss Wei about your hiring ruffians to spread rumors. How much dirt have you thrown at the Wei family outside? Do you think your uncle would confront the Wei family for your sake?"

The word 'uncle' hit her hard, and Wen Yuwei suddenly panicked, taking a moment to react.

"How much did you exaggerate!"

Liang Luo looked at her as if she were a dying person. "Not much, just the usual rumors always need someone to carry on. It just so happens I think you or this maid by your side are quite suitable. Let me help you both."

Hearing her words, Wen Yuwei's heart sank halfway.

Seeing Xia Lu gasping for breath, she bit her silver tooth.

"Alright, I've almost vented my anger. Let's wait for Mr. Wen to return and deal with it. It must be a way to give a public account to the Duke and Miss Wei."

After that, she gave a fierce look at Wen Yuwei and left with a group of maids.

No one dared to stop the servants of the Wen family, all of whom retreated three steps.

"Liang Luo! Wei Lanxuan!"

Wen Yuwei felt more deeply than ever that all her past efforts couldn't compare to her birth status. If she were the legitimate daughter of the Assistant Minister of Personnel today, would Liang Luo dare to come and humiliate and frame her like this?

She wouldn't dare.

The once watery, affectionate eyes were now filled with hatred and a longing for power.

Liang Luo, you will pay for what you did today!

That evening, when Wen Jingsong returned to the mansion, he furiously scolded Wen Yuwei. If not for seeing her already covered in wounds, he might have beaten her to death.

Poor Xia Lu, who hadn't yet regained consciousness, was directly ordered to be beaten to death. Wen Yuwei was locked in her courtyard to reflect on her mistakes. If not for her brother Wen Xinglu pleading for her, Wen Jingsong might have even abandoned his niece.

"Brother, save me, save me. I don't want to be locked up here for life."

Wen Yuwei, being the same mother's child as Wen Xinglu, naturally felt closer to him. Seeing his sister suffering, he also felt bad, but he was just a scholar without official status, so he was helpless despite his anger.

"Don't worry, I am determined to pass the imperial exam next year. Once I become an official and establish my own household, I will take you out, and you won't have to suffer here alone!"

Wen Yuwei held his hand tightly, refusing to let go.

In the Wen family's study, Wen Jingsong and his son were discussing strategies.

"Yuwei is really useless and only causes trouble. Of all people, she had to provoke that mad dog from the Liang family, making me lose face in front of the Duke."

Wen Jingsong spoke without a trace of sympathy for his niece's beating, only displeased that the pawn was wasted.

"Father, don't worry. She's just a woman of the inner chambers, destined to be married off anyway. The Duke wants to draw in some court officials and princes. I heard he intends to ally with Prince Yu. I think we should send Yuwei to Prince Yu's mansion. This way, we show our loyalty to the Wei family and give Miss Wei some satisfaction."

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