Chapter 1479: 1479 disciplines Chuanko 1

“Boss Xiao, I reckon your father-in-law is not someone who can be satisfied with just five taels of silver,” a kindly diner warned in the restaurant’s lobby, “Even when you are around, he dares to openly snatch money. When you’re not looking, who knows what he might be up to. You should be mindful of your property.”

“Boss Xiao here is the heir of the Xiao Family; why would he care about such a small amount of money?” said another diner.

Someone else asked, “Boss Xiao, when will you go to the capital city to embark on a great venture?”

“Please enjoy your meal, gentlemen,” Xiao Yuchuan responded with a smile, yet remained silent.

…

At the entrance of the Xiao Mansion, Su Qin saw her son-in-law holding a silver ingot and her eyes lit up in an instant, “Old man, is this money from your son-in-law?”

“Don’t even mention that son-in-law. He wouldn’t consent to give me any silver,” Su Dashui complained with dissatisfaction on his face, “It was only a payment from a customer that I took and walked away with, and fortunately, the son-in-law didn’t chase after me.”

The two of them entered the mansion, and soon after, Shen Yun sent someone to summon them.

In the Elegant Garden courtyard, Su Dashui became a bit anxious, “Old granny, why do you think Lady Xiao has suddenly summoned me? Could it be that she has found out about the silver I snatched?”

Su Qin complained, “Such a small sum as five taels of silver, who told you to snatch it? If we manage to anger Lady Xiao…”

“Five taels of silver could feed our whole family for over half a year,” Su Dashui also felt some regret, “It was just that I couldn’t get any money, and I acted out of anger in the moment…”

Listening in, Su Zhenzhu thought her uncle and his wife were really incompetent, yet as she was the junior and had to rely on them, she dared not speak her mind.

Filled with trepidation, Su Dashui and his wife still made their way to Yi Garden.

In the Yi Garden courtyard, Shen Yun was enjoying her tea, with several plates of desserts and a pot of good tea on the table.

In the scorching heat, the maid Shuang’er was waving a round fan to cool her off.

“Lady Xiao, you wanted to see me?” Su Dashui, seeing the serene tea-sipping Lady Xiao, felt unnerved by her formidable presence.

“I have heard about you snatching five taels of silver from Chuan’er,” Shen Yun had not finished speaking when Su Dashui quickly kneeled down, “Lady Xiao, it was my fault… I should not have been possessed by greed…”

“Dear father-in-law, what are you doing…” Shen Yun’s face showed contrition, “Shuang’er, quickly help him up. It’s utterly unacceptable of Chuan’er. If you, father-in-law, are in need of money, he should have given it to you directly, not make you have to ‘take’ it yourself.”

Shuang’er helped Su Dashui up, who couldn’t quite believe that Lady Xiao showed no hint of blame, instead, she seemed to be on his side, “Lady Xiao, I…”

“Father-in-law, no need for more words. Chuan’er is thoughtless; please be more patient with him. From now on, whatever you fancy in the mansion, feel free to take. You are Chuan’er’s father-in-law, and Yue’er is your daughter; they cannot say anything about it.”

“Really?” Su Dashui was surprised, “Is that allowed?”

“You took five taels of silver from Chuan’er, and he didn’t complain, did he?” Shen Yun’s face was all smiles, “Father-in-law, Yue’er’s servants have informed me that from now on, your and mother-in-law’s meals and accommodations are on me. I’ll handle the expenses, but with Yue’er’s temper, you can’t manage her, so please do manage Chuan’er more.”

“To manage the legitimate son from a first-class family, I wouldn’t dare…”

“You are his father-in-law, of course you have the right to manage,” Shen Yun declared righteously, “If Chuan’er is disobedient, you have my full support to discipline him. I will definitely stand by your side.”

“Well… thank you, Lady Xiao,” Su Dashui found himself a backer and his old face was brimming with a smile.