Ms. Niu and Second Uncle felt a deep sense of embarrassment.
They had allowed their prospective son-in-law to witness this chaotic situation, and it exposed their lack of self-esteem. They couldn't find any words to undo what had already transpired.
Second Uncle composed himself, mustered a few kind words, and escorted Yu Xiaomiao out.
Soon, members from both the first and second sections of the family gathered in the hall. Ms. Niu directed her anger towards Ms. Zhang, using her as an outlet for her frustration. She raised her hand and delivered a harsh slap across Ms. Zhang's face, causing her to stagger and fall.
"You wretched woman! I never should have kept you around! How despicable you are!"
Tears streamed down Ms. Zhang's face as she covered her injured cheek.
Shao Erlang was taken aback by the scene and rushed forward to help Ms. Zhang, but he was abruptly stopped by Ms. Niu's stern command. "Stop! Don't touch her!"
