Doted By The Regent King-Chapter 600 - 599: Unrecognized

Madam Zhou quickly approached Wufu, clasping her hands tightly, her lips quivering, and a flicker of embarrassment crossed her face.

Yes, embarrassment.

She had never thought that one day, her own family would make her feel embarrassed in front of her daughter.

Was it because the things Wufu had said before had come true, or was it because of their shameless audacity?

"Wufu, let’s go inside and talk, alright?" Madam Zhou pleaded, "Don’t make a fuss here with them, it’s not worth it. You’re about to reach the age of marriage, Wufu; don’t tarnish your reputation because of them."

Wufu withdrew her gaze, saying, "Fine. Mother, you go inside first!"

They were just a few short-sighted flies, that was all; she could easily send them packing.

Seeing the look on her face, Madam Zhou pursed her lips and turned back.

As she neared Zhou Xuennian and the others, just beginning to ascend the steps, Madam Lu said with a beaming smile, "Ying Mei, happy new year. We’ve come to pay our respects. Xiuxiu, Yongyong, haven’t you greeted your aunt with a kowtow yet?"

Madam Lu nudged Yongyong, who stumbled forward, "Auntie, happy new year, wishing you wealth and prosperity."

"Auntie, Xiuxiu offers you New Year’s greetings, wishing you good health." Xiuxiu also curtsied slightly with a full smile, yet her gaze fixated on Wufu, who was approaching leisurely, her eyes shining brightly.

Madam Zhou halted in her steps, slightly turned her head, and said to Madam Lu and the others, "You better leave quickly. Wufu will not let you through the door."

This was her being considerate towards the two younger ones, otherwise if Wufu were to lose her temper, she might not be able to stop her.

Zhou Xuennian’s expression changed, and his eyes darkened.

Noticing this, Madam Lu hurriedly pulled him aside, squeezing a smile, "Ying Mei, we’ve been here for quite some time, and nobody at your home seems to notice us. We are your own brother and sister-in-law, and Xiuxiu and the others are your own nieces and nephews, yet they won’t let us in. We’ve been here all day without a meal, and it’s about to get dark. You’re our only relatives here, where else could we go?"

"Do you really mean to disown your own brother?" Zhou Xuennian’s tone was somber.

"Disown which older brother?" Wufu, with her sharp ears, had already overheard the conversation. She seemed to approach slowly, even casually, but she quickly arrived, her voice icy cold.

My own brother? Pah! I disown him!

Zhou Xiuer’s eyes bulged wide, Oh my, mother was right, Wufu and her mother really have struck it rich, just look how they’re dressed, the epitome of wealth.

Her gaze landed on Wufu’s head ornament, and the jade earrings, and although her clothes were not overly lavish, the embroidery and fabric were extremely fine. She was also draped in a silver fox fur cape edged with rabbit fur; anyone unaware would mistake her for a young miss from a noble household!

Zhou Xiuer clutched her cotton dress, biting her lip hard, without concealing the envy and jealousy in her eyes.

Standing in front of them, Wufu’s gaze was extremely cold as she looked over Zhou Xiuer, who was filled with envy, and let out a cold laugh.

"The god of thunder in the heavens, and the uncle below, I’m indeed your uncle," Zhou Xuennian said to Wufu.

Wufu scoffed lightly, without looking at him, but addressed Madam Lu instead, her voice dominant, "How did I put it to you back then, Madam Zhou? It seems like you’ve forgotten perfectly clear, huh? It looks like you’re eager to take another seat in the County Government Office’s jail?"

Zhou Xuennian’s face turned pale, and he involuntarily took a step back.

Madam Lu’s heart thudded nervously; she swallowed hard and managed a rigid smile, "Wufu, why bring up the past? We’re all family; let’s get along from now on."