Chapter 6

Afterward, Qin Yuanhong approached Zhao Qirui, who had a sullen expression, and clasped his hands together, saying, "Prince Qi, my Qin family has been lax in discipline, and I apologize for the embarrassment."

Zhao Qirui raised an eyebrow and coldly snorted, "Lord Qin, your disciples were just threatening my life. I would like to see how you will handle this."

Qin Yuanhong nodded and said, "I will certainly give Prince Qi an explanation for this matter. However, Prince Qi, your visit to my residence to see my sister today might not be a good idea if it gets out. I have important matters to attend to, so I will not detain you, Prince Qi."

He was issuing an order to leave.

Zhao Qirui's face changed, his pale complexion becoming even more ashen. He took several deep breaths, seemingly unable to contain his anger, but he forced it down. He flicked his sleeve and said, "Lord Qin, you are quite formidable. I will remember this day."

He coldly snorted and left the Qin residence with a sullen expression.

Qin Yuanhong looked at the people present and sternly said, "And you, get back to your duties. Standing here like this, do you want to be punished?"

Immediately, a group of servants hurriedly stood up and quickly left the courtyard.

Even Lady Zhao left with a livid face, casting a venomous glance at Qin Chen and Qin Yuechi before she went.

Soon, only Qin Yuanhong and Qin Chen's mother and son, along with a few of Qin Yuanhong's servants, remained in the courtyard.

"Qin Chen, you have really grown up, daring to kill people," Qin Yuanhong said, looking somewhat surprised at the two bodies on the ground. He then instructed his servants, "Dispose of the bodies. Give their families fifty taels each and tell them that their husbands died in the service of the Qin family."

"Yes, Lord."

The servants quickly handled the bodies of the two guards and carried them away.

Qin Yuanhong stood there quietly, his gaze softening as he looked at Qin Yuechi. "Third Sister, are you still angry with your brother?"

Hearing the term "Third Sister," Qin Yuechi's body trembled, her nose stinging. She bit her lip to stop herself from crying and said softly, "Lord, Qin Yuechi dares not."

Qin Yuanhong sighed and said, "You know, when you left home and returned with Qin Chen, it caused a great stir in the capital and had a significant impact on our Qin family. As the head of the family, I had no choice."

"I do not blame Lord, it was all my fault," Qin Yuechi said, biting her lip.

Seeing Qin Yuechi's stubborn expression, Qin Yuanhong waved his hand, his face darkening. "Let's not talk about the past."

Then, he turned to Qin Chen and said coldly, "I will not pursue this matter for now. There is a major exam at Tianxing Academy in half a month. You must work hard to cultivate and strive to awaken your bloodline before the exam. This will show the nobles of the capital that every descendant of the Qin family has the potential to become a powerful individual, not a waste."

With that, Qin Yuanhong left the room without another word.

The cold and steel-like back of Qin Yuanhong made Qin Chen's gaze turn cold.

The noisy courtyard quickly became quiet as everyone left. Only Qin Chen and his mother remained. Qin Yuechi's eyes were fixed on the door, her face pale and her gaze icy.

Qin Chen, sensing something was wrong with Qin Yuechi, asked with concern, "Mother, what's wrong?"

Qin Yuechi came to her senses and looked at Qin Chen with affection. "Dust, Mother is fine. Are you hungry? Rest for a moment, and Mother will get you something to eat."

Qin Yuechi went to the outer courtyard and started a fire to cook. As the young lady of the Qin residence, she had no servants to help her, but her movements were quick and efficient, clearly not her first time doing this. Soon, a steaming bowl of noodles was placed in front of Qin Chen.

Qin Chen was hungry, and after the battle, he was naturally very weak. He immediately started eating in large bites.

Eating the hot and fragrant noodles, Qin Chen felt a sense of being reborn.

Qin Yuechi looked at Qin Chen with affection, a hint of hesitation on her face. But she bit her lip and said, "Dust, you are still young, and there are some things Mother should not tell you, but sometimes I have to. I hope you can understand."

Qin Chen, sensing there was more to her words, looked up and said, "Mother, what is it? Just tell me."

Qin Yuechi said, "Your uncle is a Middle General and the Marquis of Anping. He is a very stern and strict person, with clear rewards and punishments. Not punishing you today is not his usual style. Remember his last words."

Looking at Qin Yuechi's worried face, Qin Chen said calmly, "Mother, you mean he is just waiting for me to fail the academy exam so he can have a better reason to deal with me?"

Qin Yuechi was taken aback, looking at Qin Chen in surprise. Then she suddenly smiled, "My Dust has really grown up."

Qin Chen's eyes flashed with determination, and he smiled, "Mother, don't worry. I will definitely awaken my bloodline and pass the academy exam."

"Um, Mother believes in you."

Qin Yuechi looked deeply at Qin Chen, sighing inwardly.

In fact, she knew that Qin Chen was almost sixteen, and it was almost impossible for him to awaken his bloodline now.

But as a mother, all she could do was encourage her child.

After a moment, she said firmly, "Dust, believe in Mother. Even if we leave the Qin family, I can still make us survive."

Qin Chen understood Qin Yuechi's thoughts but did not say more. He nodded and said, "Mother, don't worry. Even if we leave now, I can support you and ensure you won't suffer any more."

He clenched his fists, his resolve unshakable. "Mother, just wait for me to surprise you. I will not let you down."