Yu Honglong's expression was ashen. If he still didn't understand what was going on by now, it would be impossible.
Everything was the fault of his nephew.
Yet, he couldn't explain anything for his nephew.
After all, he had heard about Jiang Jie borrowing money from door to door. Even Yu Honglong, despite having no money at the time, had given some to Jiang Jie to help her through the hardship.
But what about his nephew? He hid, refused to open the door, and even refused to meet them.
Only when the Yu family began to turn their fortunes around did he immediately go to borrow money.
Yu Honglong himself would find this situation irritating and certainly wouldn't want to let it go, let alone the hot-blooded young man Yu Zhou.
Hitting someone was wrong, of course, but shouldn't it also depend on the circumstances?
In such a situation, rationally speaking, Yu Honglong didn't think Yu Zhou had done anything wrong.
"Take him and get out. What a disgrace."
Yu Honglong, his old face no longer able to bear the shame, prepared to leave with a large group of his relatives without even understanding the situation further.
They had all come with their own intentions.
After all, if they had succeeded this time, as long as Yu Zhou was still considered a member of the Yu family, then anyone who had difficulties in the future would not be refused when they asked for his help.
But now, looking at the situation, their calculations had completely fallen through.
"Wait a moment!"
But just as they were all preparing to leave, Yu Huai from inside called out.
Others might not understand why such a scene was unfolding during the Lunar New Year, but how could Yu Huai not know?
These members of the Yu family, while some might be close relatives, weren't most of them harboring the idea that if one ascended, all their chickens and dogs would rise with them?
Under these circumstances, would they really give up without achieving their goal? Probably not.
If this matter were not resolved and clarified, Yu Huai could even guess how unbearable it would be for his brother in the future.
"Since everyone is here, I'd like to say a few words. Uncle, may I speak?"
When Yu Huai stepped forward, his expression was not particularly unusual.
However, as a relatively successful junior in the entire Yu family, when he spoke at this time, no one would completely dismiss it.
After all, he was a deputy town mayor. Even if it was just a minor official position, it was far better than the factory workers or farmers.
He held a government job and was destined to become a leader.
"Yu Huai, say whatever you want. We're family, what's with all the rules?"
Yu Honglong actually wished he could leave immediately. He had lost so much face today.
However, both Yu Zhou and Yu Huai seemed intent on pursuing the matter, making it impossible for him to leave even if he wanted to.
"Sigh! Who are you? I'm not going to make trouble anymore..."
"Slap..."
Before he could sober up, Zhou Shuo was about to speak when his uncle slapped him, leaving him stunned.
This guy was so embarrassing that Yu Honglong now deeply regretted his actions.
Why did he believe Zhou Shuo and his sister? Hadn't he experienced their character before?
He had only thought that this guy was drunk and wouldn't lie, right?
Who would have thought that this was just Zhou Shuo throwing a tantrum? This guy was practically asking for a beating.
This slap stunned everyone present. Even Yu Huai, with all the words he had prepared, didn't know how to proceed.
Was this how it was resolved? With a single slap?
"You scoundrel, haven't you embarrassed yourself enough? Get out of here now."
This slap made Zhou Shuo feel extremely resentful and wronged.
However, unlike last time, it was his uncle who was hitting him. No matter how much of a scoundrel he was, he could only endure it.
Gazing resentfully at the two Yu brothers, Zhou Shuo finally left.
He had originally intended to cause a scene and see if he could gain some advantage. Now, he had brought shame upon himself, and the entire Yu family was completely ignoring him.
At this moment, Zhou Shuo truly experienced what it meant to be abandoned by everyone.
Sometimes, self-interest is indeed popular in the eyes of many, but no matter who it is, if they go too far in their actions, they will eventually face consequences.
"You speak."
Yu Honglong looked at his nephew again. He knew he had lost face today, but that didn't mean he didn't resent Yu Zhou and his brother in his heart.
After all, Yu Zhou had not given his nephew any face today. Not giving Zhou Shuo face was no different from not giving him face.
"Let me say it!"
"As everyone knows, last year I was fortunate enough to make some money."
"Logically speaking, we are all related by blood. If you have any difficulties, I certainly can't refuse to help."
"However, my family is not wealthy, and I cannot possibly solve every problem just because someone comes to me."
"Therefore, from now on, if you need help with anything, I will adhere to one principle."
"That is, I help in emergencies, not out of poverty. If you have something truly unsolvable, tell my father. If he thinks it's truly urgent, I will definitely help."
"But if you just want to freeload, or if you're just unhappy and want to borrow money or seek help from me, then I'm sorry, I don't have the ability or the energy for that."
Yu Zhou couldn't let his elder brother stand in front of him and say these words for him, so he had to do it himself.
As he said these things, he felt no guilt whatsoever.
In this day and age, clan ties are something one cannot escape. In this regard, even Yu Zhou could not do anything about it.
However, he was not a pushover. He would never agree to help a relative every time they came to him.
Therefore, at this point, he had to make these things clear in advance.
This would also prevent future trouble and effort.
The Yu family members present said nothing at this moment.
Because Yu Zhou's words were flawless, and there was no way to refute them.
"Good heavens, he's blocked all the paths right from the start. This kid deserves to make money..."
Yu Huai watched his younger brother speak with a powerful and resonant voice, sighing inwardly.
Yu Zhou had truly grown up and could now stand on his own.