Gu Yingzhou's peripheral gaze caught the dejected expression on the young girl's face; he knew what she was worried about.
He looked earnestly at Lin Lu and Li Xiuli and said,
"Uncle, Auntie, my courtship with Comrade Lin Tang is serious and with the intention of marriage.
Just now... it was my fault, and I earnestly request that you don't blame Tangtang.
She is well-behaved and knows her limits; she hasn't done anything improper. Please don't scold her. If you want to beat or scold someone, just come to me."
He was very worried.
He had heard that most people in the village bound their feet, and some girls would be beaten to death by their families for speaking a few words too many with young men.
He couldn't manage others, but his own little girl... even a couple of harsh words towards her he couldn't bear.
Lin Lu's face darkened, his words carrying a sting.
