"Kneel and apologize?"
The red-haired woman pointed at her own nose, "Do you know who I am?"
The Tang family members sneered.
A robust man charged out, his face contorted with ferocity, "This young lady you're speaking to is our old madam's most favored attendant, specially assigned to serve her. Are you not afraid of death speaking to her like this?"
Qin Yexuan was speechless.
Even a mere servant of the Tang family was so arrogant and overbearing. These people were like frogs in a well, did they think they were in their own home?
Seeing Qin Yexuan's silence, the burly man's demeanor grew even more audacious.
He rolled up his sleeves, "Today, I must let you know that the Tang family is not to be trifled with. Remember my name, Tang Yao!"
Qin Yexuan remained still.
Tang Yao's left hand formed a fist, striking forward, while his right hand concealed a poisoned dagger, aiming directly for Qin Yexuan's left rib.
This was a killing blow.
A ruthless technique, leaving no room for mercy.
Qin Yexuan still stood unmoving.
"Wait!" an aged voice called out.
Tang Yao immediately stopped and turned, bowing, "Old Madam, this person is too disrespectful. He must be made to understand our rules."
The old woman tapped the floor with her silver snake-headed staff, "This surname Qin must be kept alive. After capturing him, he will apologize to others. The Yanlong clan is waiting."
Tang Yao appeared to have a sudden realization, "Yes, it's still Old Madam who considers everything so thoughtfully."
"May the Yanlong clan spare us," the Tang family members said, their faces filled with dread.
At that moment, a cold cough was heard from outside.
A man in a silver trench coat strode in unceremoniously, looking haughtily at the Tang family members, "Where are Tang Donglai's wife and children? Our Young Master Tianwu has stated that Tang Donglai has some assets that require his wife's signature to transfer."
The Tianfu Tang family itself was divided into factions.
Tang Donglai's assets had always belonged to the East Courtyard faction, so the Tang family members from the West Courtyard present breathed a collective sigh of relief.
Fortunately, Long Tianwu hadn't set his sights on their branch's property.
Tang Donglai's relatives were out of luck, but it had nothing to do with them.
The old woman, with her entire family, respectfully welcomed the envoy. She then ordered people to bring Tang Donglai's wife and children in immediately.
"Our Tang family is prepared. Tang Donglai's wife and children have already been controlled. Please assure Young Master Long that we will comply," Tang Yao stepped forward, bowing subserviently.
The silver-clad man sneered, "Then hurry."
"Hold on!" Qin Yexuan spoke, "My business here is not finished yet."
Everyone turned to look at him.
Tang Yao rolled up his sleeves again, "Oh, you're still not convinced? I was going to let you off, but it seems you're seeking death!"
He strode forward, intending to slap Qin Yexuan across the face.
*Crack!*
A crisp sound echoed through the hall. Tang Yao froze, staring in disbelief at his own hanging wrist.
"My hand!"
He let out a scream.
Qin Yexuan raised his hand and pressed it onto Tang Yao's head, calmly stating, "Who is seeking death? You insignificant clown!"
*Bang!*
Tang Yao collapsed with a bewildered expression, lifeless.
The Tang family members shrieked in unison.
Tang Yao was a master on par with Tang Donglai, how could he have fallen so easily?
Qin Yexuan clapped his hands and looked at the red-haired woman, "Come here, kneel, and apologize to my sister!"
The red-haired woman cowered behind the old madam in panic, "He, he wants to hit me! Old Madam, you must uphold justice for me."
The old Tang matriarch hesitated for a moment before stepping forward, "Hitting her is like hitting me..."
Before she could finish, a sharp *slap* echoed.
Qin Yexuan, like a phantom, appeared in front of the old woman, and this slap landed squarely on her face.
"Do I need to hit her? What if I hit your face directly?"
*Slap!*
*Slap!*
Two consecutive slaps sent the old hag staggering backward.
The red-haired woman was terrified into a stupor.
Then, she felt as if she was being crushed by a thousand-pound boulder, and involuntarily knelt on the ground.
"Do I need to say it a third time?" Qin Yexuan leaned over her, his gaze filled with oppressive power.
The red-haired woman gritted her teeth, still putting on a brave front.
Qin Yexuan did not touch her, instead turning and delivering another slap to the old hag.
The old Tang matriarch understood and screamed, "You ungrateful wretch, kneel and apologize quickly! Why should I take the beating for you?"
The red-haired woman shivered.
Qin Yexuan's expression remained calm, and he delivered two more slaps, again to the old hag's face.
The red-haired woman was on the verge of tears.
At this point, the Tang family members could no longer stand it. They rushed forward, swiftly kicking the red-haired woman to the ground, then dragging her by the hair to where Su Yuluo stood.
The red-haired woman finally caved in, kowtowing repeatedly and begging for forgiveness.
Su Yuluo looked a little distressed, "Brother-in-law, that's enough. It's too chaotic here. It's not fun at all."
Qin Yexuan then stopped, stepping back in front of Su Yuluo, and smiled, "Wait a moment, I'll take Tang Donglai's family with me, and then we'll leave. It's truly uninteresting here."
What?
The Long family member who had been watching this spectacle erupted in fury, "Did you hear that clearly? It is our Yanlong clan that wants to take people away!"
Qin Yexuan didn't even glance at him, continuing to chat with Su Yuluo, "Although Tang Donglai is not a good person, he has been respectful to me. I allowed him to do business in Jiangcheng, so I must protect his family. This is my responsibility."
Su Yuluo's eyes were full of admiration, "Brother-in-law, you're amazing! A man should always keep his word."
At this moment, Tang Donglai's wife and their two children ran out, surrounded by guards who kept them confined.
The woman's eyes landed on Qin Yexuan, and her face lit up with joy. She rushed towards him, "Are you Mr. Qin? You are Mr. Qin, right? Donglai said if something happened to him, you would not stand idly by..."