"Changqing, do you have anything to say?"
The eldest elder of the Xiao family asked with a friendly demeanor.
In the Xiao family, because Gu Changqing had once prevented Xiao Yan from peeping at Xiao Yu, the eldest elder had a very favorable impression of him and often took care of him in various ways.
For example, now, before Xiao Zhan could speak, he took the initiative to ask Gu Changqing.
"Hmm, it's like this. After hearing what Third Young Master said just now, I have some thoughts."
"I heard Third Young Master say that if Miss Nalan calls off the engagement, Uncle Xiao will no longer be able to hold onto his position as the clan leader. I'd like to ask Third Young Master, is Uncle Xiao's position as clan leader based on his own abilities, the selection of the clan members, or is it because of his sons?"
Gu Changqing smiled and looked at Xiao Yan, who had already walked near the door.
"Gu Changqing, what exactly are you implying?"
Xiao Yan's face darkened, and he looked at Gu Changqing with a cold glare.
"Oh, as I said, I just wanted to speak out when I see something I don't like."
"Since Third Young Master says that if you're broken off, Uncle Xiao won't be able to hold his position as clan leader and won't be able to establish himself in Wutan City,"
"I want to ask, three years ago, when Third Young Master was flaunting his talent and acting recklessly in Wutan City, touching young girls, peeping at others while bathing, sneaking into young girls' bedrooms, and doing all sorts of shameful things, did you ever think about whether Uncle Xiao could hold onto his position as clan leader or establish himself in Wutan City?"
"And in these three years, when your talent vanished, and you were mocked and scorned by everyone, why was Uncle Xiao still able to hold his position as clan leader and establish himself in Wutan City?"
"Now that someone has simply come to request the dissolution of the engagement, not even forcibly breaking it off, you think Uncle Xiao won't be able to hold his position as clan leader?"
"Are you worried about your father, or is it just about your pitiful self-esteem?"
"Third Young Master, could you answer this for me?"
Gu Changqing was relentless, questioning Xiao Yan with sharp words.
In the Xiao family, the relationship between Xiao Yan and Gu Changqing was not just about personal dislike.
Due to Xiao Yan's outrageous behavior, Gu Changqing had caught him multiple times, so their enmity ran deep.
"Gu Changqing, are you provoking me?"
Xiao Yan's face was very grim.
Especially with the strange looks from those around him and the sudden realization of disgust and disdain from Nalan Yanran, he was overwhelmed with the urge to crush Gu Changqing into pieces.
"Provoking? I'm just speaking the truth."
Gu Changqing smiled nonchalantly.
"If I weren't here in person, I might not have the right to speak."
"But today's events, including everyone present, are clear to see."
"Mr. Ge Ye and Miss Nalan were courteous, polite, and even brought compensation, giving Uncle Xiao the initiative to decide on the dissolution of the engagement."
"It was originally just a matter of Uncle Xiao's word to resolve it peacefully, maintaining friendly relations."
"But you jumped in and made it into a forced dissolution, distorting their request into a strong break-off."
"And you even brought up the moral coercion of the two elders not speaking, making it seem like the younger generation can't dissolve the engagement."
"I want to say, Third Young Master, reflect on yourself. With your character and current situation, if Old Master Xiao were alive, would he feel ashamed and unwilling to harm an old friend, and would he take the initiative to request the dissolution of the engagement?"
"Now, you're still entangled and putting on a ridiculous show with a divorce letter. Isn't it a bit too much to glorify yourself?"
Gu Changqing had no good feelings toward Xiao Yan, viewing him as despicable and hypocritical. Even small-minded villains deserved more respect.
Gu Changqing couldn't respect someone who couldn't even admit to being insulted and used their father's name for self-righteous reasons.
"You!"
"Gu Changqing, I really want to kill you!"
Xiao Yan was stripped of his last shred of dignity.
His face twisted in rage, glaring at Gu Changqing like a demon and grinding his teeth in anger.
Swish!
The next moment, a golden figure suddenly appeared beside Xiao Yan.
A blade entirely made of golden flames was pressed against Xiao Yan's neck. Xun'er's eyes flickered with a cold flame as she said indifferently:
"Say that again. What do you want to do?"
The golden flame blade pressed closer to Xiao Yan's throat, scorching a tiny, illusory cut into his neck.
"Xun'er, don't be impulsive!"
"Xun'er, stop!"
"Xun'er, show mercy. Spare him!"
Xiao Zhan and the three elders were alarmed and quickly pleaded for Xiao Yan.
Xiao Zhan even rushed in front of Xiao Yan and Xun'er, trying to quickly knock the golden flame blade out of Xun'er's hand.
However, as soon as Xiao Zhan moved, a cold killing intent locked onto him, causing his whole body to break out in sweat and making him dare not make any further moves.
"Xun'er, don't be impulsive. Yan'er just spoke thoughtlessly. Please spare his life!"
Xiao Zhan was sweating profusely. This young lady was someone he couldn't afford to offend.
Moreover, she wouldn't hold back. If she wanted to kill Xiao Yan, she would really do it, and he couldn't stop her at all.
Xiao Yan also felt a surge of fear. Sensing Xun'er's clear killing intent, he had no doubt that if he dared to mention killing Gu Changqing again, Xun'er would dare to slit his throat on the spot.
Experiencing death so close, even having lived two lives, Xiao Yan's face turned extremely pale. Even his body, which had been trembling with anger, became limp with fear.
"Xiao Xun'er, you grew up in our Xiao family, eating and drinking from us. I am the son of the clan leader, and you…"
Due to fear, Xiao Yan's voice trembled. He was truly afraid and hadn't yet experienced the pinnacle of cultivation, nor had he gotten his revenge on those who had humiliated him. He was unwilling to die just like this.
"Xiao Yan, shut up! Xun'er and Changqing are both from our Xiao family. What right do you have to talk here?"
"Xun'er, Xiao Yan is just a foul-mouthed scoundrel. Even if he's like this, you should spare him. Don't worry, we'll definitely punish him properly afterward!"
The eldest elder also pleaded for Xiao Yan. It wasn't that he supported Xiao Yan, but such matters were family disputes. If Xun'er killed Xiao Yan here, it would only make others laugh.