PFC Chapter 1849 The Han Family Has More Than Two Faces
Chapter 1849 The Han Family Has More Than Two Faces
Madam Han was still desperately calling out Cheng Feng and Shang tide's names, urging them to rescue Han Muran.
Cheng Feng patted Shang tide's shoulder and said, "Take Hong Jiutong back to the courtyard first, I'll take care of things here!"
The scene had been brought under control from its previous chaos. With the guards blocking the way, it was clear that these people couldn't do anything to Cheng Feng. The main issue was the varied expressions and opinions of the onlookers.
Although the common people didn't know how the Han family got their official positions, they were all aware of the relationship between the Han family and the Prince Pang's mansion. As soon as Han Muran got into trouble, all sorts of speculations began to circulate!
At this moment, someone in the crowd said, "What's going on? Has the Prince Pang's Mansion and the Han family fallen out? They're related as uncle and aunt!"
One person chimed in, "I really don't understand how such an upright and kind-hearted prince and princess could cover for the Han family. I heard that the Pang Prince's Mansion has businesses all over the country and more money than they can spend. How could they collude with the Han family? This is incredibly shameful. The Han family has only just gotten into trouble, and the Pang Prince's Mansion is already sitting idly by. It seems like they're going to part ways!"
Another onlooker said, "Look how long the Han family has been kneeling and begging, and the princess remains unmoved. I think the relationship between these two families has completely collapsed, and they might even become enemies!"
One person said, "Even if they become enemies, the Prince Pang's mansion is not afraid. The prince's son is the crown prince, and the emperor also spoils the prince!"
All sorts of sounds rushed into Shang tide and Cheng Feng's ears.
Cheng Feng's Adam's apple bobbed as he listened. He swore to heaven and earth that he had not participated in the Han family's dirty deeds in the slightest. In fact, he had even tried to stop them! And how did everyone know that the Emperor had indulged him? He was a dignified man, and he had been beaten by the Emperor countless times. To put it nicely, he was the Emperor's good nephew; to be honest, he was the Emperor's punching bag!
Shang tide was horrified. How could the Prince Pang's Mansion still be so tainted? Everyone says the masses have discerning eyes, so why couldn't they see things clearly this time? Does being related necessarily mean they'll go along with the wrongdoing? It depends on character, right? The couple's character is beyond reproach, even if they weren't involved in major conquests or great achievements! But those minor things are still facts!
Shang tide swallowed a non-existent saliva and said to Cheng Feng, "Cheng Feng, say what you have to say in front of everyone. Don't let them into the Prince's Mansion. When the Han family committed crimes, they always used the banner of our Prince Pang's Mansion. Without you, the favored prince, who would be won over by a third-rank official with a nominal position? Don't forget that our son is the Crown Prince, and you are the Crown Prince's father. The Crown Prince was adopted by the Emperor, and the Emperor is still so young. If everyone accuses you of treason, we won't be able to explain ourselves even if we have a hundred mouths!"
Cheng Feng patted Shang Xi on the shoulder, "Don't worry, I won't let the Han family set foot in our manor. I won't have anything to do with them!"
If you don't get involved with them, they'll use you as a cover when they do bad things! Some things can't be explained in a few words, so Shang tide could only give Cheng Feng a few more instructions, and then pull Hong Jiutong towards the Prince's mansion, "Jiutong, are you hurt?"
"Mother protected Jiutong the whole time, and Jiutong was unharmed. It was Mother who got her clothes torn and her arm injured!"
Shang tide patted her hand, "Don't cry, I'm fine! You must have been scared! I'll have Yu Hua make you a calming soup later. Drink it and take a nap, and you'll feel better!"
Just then, Yu Hua rushed out from somewhere, her voice booming, "What's going on? I heard you were surrounded at the door?"
Shang tide was extremely annoyed: "It's the Han family who are relentlessly pestering us!"
Yu Hua tugged at Shang Xi's sleeve, her face darkening. "No, what's going on? Did the Han family hit you? Ouch, your arm is all red from being rubbed. Who did this? Was it Mrs. Han? I'm going to find her. Did they come here to beg for help or to bully us? How dare they treat you like this! I'll settle the score with them!"
Shang tide grabbed Yu Hua: "Don't be impulsive! Cheng Feng is at the gate with his guards, and a lot of people are watching the commotion. Everyone's talking at once, saying all sorts of things. The Han family is ruining our reputation! We should let Cheng Feng handle this. The innocent will clear themselves. I hope our family won't have anything to do with the Han family anymore! The Han family has more than one face. I've seen it for myself today. The seemingly kind and gentle Madam Han is all an act. In reality, she's very cunning, arrogant, and rude. She's also a master at playing the victim! With her superb acting skills, she managed to make our family look like we were kicking her when she was down and refusing to help us! If Cheng Feng doesn't step forward and clarify things publicly, everyone will think that our family is also involved in the Han family's misdeeds!"
Yu Hua's eyebrows were practically knotted together. "His Majesty believes in you!"
Shang tide said, "Public opinion can be devastating! We can't just stand up and explain because the Emperor trusts us. The Han family is greedy by nature and is using our Prince's Mansion as a shield!"
Yu Hua nodded: "You're right, rumors can be terrifying. Over time, even falsehoods can become the truth!"
Suddenly, Hong Jiutong tugged at Shang tide's other sleeve and whispered, "Mother, Grandmother is here!"
Shang tide looked up and, sure enough, Old Madam Wan was standing about ten meters ahead! Xing'er was supporting her from the side!
Shang tide, pulling Hong Jiutong and Yu Hua along, jogged forward: "Mother, why did you come out!"
Madam Wan's tone was very calm, "The wind just passed through my room!"
Upon hearing this, Shang tide realized that her mother-in-law knew that the Han family had come! Shang Xi forced a smile, pulled Old Madam Wan around, and said, "Mother, Aunt has something to discuss with Cheng Feng. Since your legs aren't very strong, please don't go out!"
Old Madam Wan didn't struggle. Shang tide helped her walk back, and as she walked, she glanced at Shang tide's sleeve, which was missing half of its length, with her cloudy eyes. Shang Xi hid her slender, white arm. "Mother, did I ask the kitchen to send the white poria porridge I made for you to your room? That porridge has a calming and brain-boosting effect; it's perfect for someone like you who has trouble sleeping! Mother, have you had some?"
"Stop rambling on to your mother. I'm not confused. How are you?"
"Me? I'm perfectly fine!"
Shang tide pretended nothing was wrong! But Old Madam Wan saw everything!
Where are the sleeves?
"Oops, I accidentally scratched it off!"
You're just lying to your mother!
Shang tide hurriedly said, "Mother, you are sharp-eared and sharp-eyed, how could I dare to lie to you! My sleeve really did get caught and lost by accident!"