Return to the Day When My Pregnant Wife Jumped Off the Building-Chapter 247 Children Need a Dad_1

As the Lu Clan’s matriarch, Miao Yue’e could naturally not be a clueless old lady with bound feet.

Therefore, whether it was the Tail-Chasing Snake or the All-Seeing Eye, she recognized them both and knew all too well what their combination signified.

Because her recently deceased husband had donated tens of millions to this organization without any compensation, just to exchange for the status of a member.

Ultimately, he got his wish, but it also led to a serious illness and his life, like oil spent, flickered out.

Membership status wasn’t inheritable, and although her son wouldn’t have to start from scratch, he still needed to contribute and apply.

Yet at this moment, a high-ranking official with the authority to mobilize the organization’s secret operational teams stood before her, and she was speaking of repaying blood with blood.

How laughable was that?

How tragic?

Breaking free from the elderly man’s support, Miao Yue’e bowed slightly towards Xiao Ming, her expression wretched, "This old woman was blind and failed to recognize a great man. I have offended you, sir, and I hope that you can spare my grandson’s life out of consideration for the Lu family’s direct line being few in number.

I am willing to offer myself in his place, to face your wrath."

"Mother!" Lu Shibing exclaimed in shock and anger, "Why? He’s just a man with more followers, what of it? I don’t believe he truly dares to annihilate our entire Lu Clan!"

"Banshan, slap him!"

The moment Miao Yue’e finished speaking, the old man surged to Lu Shibing’s side and, with a flick of his sleeve, delivered a heavy slap. Lu Shibing’s face swelled visibly and blood trickled from the corner of his mouth.

"From now on," Miao Yue’e gritted her teeth, "if you utter one more word, I’ll strip you of your Family Head status immediately!"

Lu Shibing’s eyes bulged with disbelief.

The old man sighed softly, leaning in to whisper in his ear, "Young master, the person in front of us is a powerhouse from the Infinite Society. We, the Lu family, cannot afford to provoke him!"

Lu Shibing became stiff at once, his arrogant demeanor finally revealing hints of concealed fear, as he lowered his head.

At that point, Xiao Ming clicked his tongue, saying, "Old Madam, when I said I had great respect for you and the old master, I wasn’t lying. The young one might be arrogant, but he knows how to write the word ’propriety.’

So, forget about taking his place and facing punishment.

Let Lu Rusong come out. His crimes aren’t worthy of death, I won’t kill him."

With a resigned sigh, Miao Yue’e called out loudly, "Rusong, come out!"

After a moment, Lu Rusong peeked his head out of the eastern wing, his face filled with fear and trepidation, shivering as he stepped outside, devoid of his usual arrogance.

"Xiao... Mr. Xiao, I deserve to die! I was blinded by my stupidity, I shouldn’t have offended you and your woman. Please show mercy, and as if nothing had happened, let me go like a fart in the wind!"

At these words, Xiao Ming couldn’t help but laugh, "Your Lu family’s head household really is interesting.

The eldest is so self-confident he is blind to others; the second child is weak as a pansy, and your eldest grandson surpasses them all, with absolutely no backbone.

Old Madam, believe it or not, this child whom you’ve discarded like a worn-out shoe is the only hope for your Lu family’s future that you will be able to see.

Let’s leave it at that. Continuing this game is no longer amusing. So, still calling for blood to repay blood?"

"I wouldn’t dare," Miao Yue’e replied without hesitation. "The consequences we face today are self-inflicted by the Lu family, we have only ourselves to blame."

A sense of relief instantly filled Xiao Ming’s chest.

After all, he had come to Lingnan to make investments, and offending the local vipers was the last thing he should be doing.

But there was no helping it; this was how fate had arranged things, and he could only play the dragon among the chickens for once.

This was also the biggest reason why he had to be so ruthless in his actions.

The more severely he offended the Lu family, the deeper their sense of powerlessness would be when he finally revealed his trump card.

Just like dealing with a vicious dog, a simple slap is certainly useless. A hard whack with a stick, however, ensures it won’t dare bite you again.

"Mengmeng," Xiao Ming patted the little butt in his arms and asked, "You’ve been still for so long, are you tired?"

Gu Zhimeng wriggled her body and said in a muffled voice, "Mengmeng’s not tired, it’s just... it’s just really a bit hot.

Uncle, I really like being held by you, but can you let me cool down for a bit? Just for a little while, please?"

"Alright, alright, I’ll take you for some ice cream now so you can cool down properly."

"Yay! Uncle is the best! I love uncle the most!"

Xiao Ming laughed heartily and waved at the Alpha Team’s captain, "Take the injured brothers and withdraw!"

"Yes, Mr. Mu Kong." The captain saluted sharply and then commanded loudly, "Dismiss!"

Clang clang clang...

In the blink of an eye, all the gunmen had left the yard.

Xiao Ming then turned to Lu Rusong, "For the sake of the old lady, you can consider this a fart.

However, I’ll still be in Lingnan for a few more days. You’d better pray no one troubles me during this time, because I won’t come to the Lu Family again, but I will come looking for you."

Lu Rusong’s heart, which had just begun to settle, instantly rose to his throat again. His face took on a look of mourning, but he didn’t know what to say.

"Old lady, I have offended you greatly today. Before I leave, let me offer you a piece of advice: the Lu Family may seem glorious on the surface, but in reality, its internal issues have become very serious.

The main branch is weak in yang, disconnect between the old and the young, while the side branches are brimming with talent, eyeing the throne covetously.

Where the weak lead and the strong follow, trouble in the elbow will inevitably arise. When it’s time to be ruthless, you cannot hesitate.

That’s all I have to say, take care of yourself!"

Having said that, Xiao Ming carried Gu Zhimeng away with long strides.

The yard quieted down, and everyone stood motionless, only the blood-soaked white cloth gently swaying in the wind.

After a long while, Miao Yue’e exhaled deeply, and from the corner of her eye, she saw Tinglan and her daughter smiling beside Lu Shijun, which immediately sharpened her gaze.

"Come here! Anyone who insulted Tinglan and her daughter today, break the legs of the old, disfigure the young utterly, and throw them out, never to set foot over the Half River again!"

The mother and daughter, taken aback, tried to pull at Lu Shijun for help, but suddenly a gust of wind blew in, knocking them to the ground inside the yard.

The elder named Banshan lowered his arm and said fiercely to Lu Shijun, whose face looked very unpleasant, "Second Master, today’s disaster all stemmed from your indulgence, aren’t you going to reflect on yourself?"

Lu Shijun shuddered and hung his head in silence.

Inside the west wing, Lu Lichun peered out of the window at the chaos outside. Her face showed no fear or anger, only an intense excitement. Her eyes were rolling around, pondering something.

Once they were away from the vicinity of the yard, Xiao Ming let Gu Zhimeng lift her head.

The little girl had a flushed face, her bangs were stuck to her forehead with sweat, and she was panting heavily, like a little dog.

Xiao Ming felt a unbearable heartache. As soon as they crossed the bridge and drove into the village, he stopped at the small supermarket, bought the child a bottle of room-temperature water to drink, and then let her pick out what she wanted in front of the freezer.

On the way back to the city, Gu Tinglan sat in the passenger seat, silently listening to the big and small figures in the back seat sharing ice cream and snacks, playing games, singing songs, and laughing and playing, feeling a sense of peace in her heart.

She realized that children need more than just food and clothing. Whether boys or girls, they all need masculine education from their fathers during their growth.

Mengmeng should have a dad, a dad who genuinely cares for her, loves her, protects her, and knows how to nurture her.

Just like... like the man in the back seat.