"…." Ms. Niu struggled to find the right words to respond to Shao Meiling's questions.
Yu Xiaomiao cleared his throat, trying to regain some control of the situation.
Shao Meiling shouted at him, "Mom, why is he here? Where is Shao Taotao?"
Having recognized Yu Xiaomiao, Shao Meiling's eyes widened in shock. She turned to Second Uncle and demanded, "Did you bring Taotao here? Why was I in Yu Xiaomiao's arms when you entered?"
Second Uncle clenched his teeth, his eyes filled with anger. "Why are you shouting? Explain why you were with Yu Xiaomiao when we arrived!"
"That's impossible!" Shao Meiling stared at Yu Xiaomiao. "I did bring Taotao here, I…"
Her voice gradually trailed off, and panic set in. She tightly gripped Ms. Niu's sleeves. "…I intended to return to the kitchen but someone struck me on the head. Yes… I was knocked unconscious! And now I'm here. Mom, what's happening? Can you explain?"
"What? You were knocked unconscious?"
