Chapter 2933: You two are messing with me

Facing Hui Yu's idea of using Tou Niang to take the blame, Bai Yu refused without even thinking, and his reaction was quite strong.

He hadn't even finished speaking on his side when Bai Yu blew up, even directly admitting guilt.

Staring dumbfounded at Bai Yu, Hui Yu's mouth twitched wildly.

Damn, I'm trying to save you, and you confess first—what does that even mean?

And facing Hui Yu's resentful gaze, Bai Yu glared back without showing any weakness.

What he was thinking was.

"My wife treats me so well, how could I let her take the blame?"

Seeing Bai Yu's expression, Hui Yu no longer wanted to say anything, his face blank.

How could I not have seen before—this damn guy is actually still a love-brain.

With the big picture at stake, you're still messing around with all this lovey-dovey stuff here.

But now the words have already been spoken, can't be taken back, so Hui Yu simply kept silent.

Damn, he's already confessed—what can others do? It's really hard to persuade a damned ghost.

Meanwhile, on the other side, the crowd present, including the Third Elder, each looked at the two with strange expressions.

It's so obvious, and since everyone present isn't stupid, it's natural to see that these two have a problem.

However, what the crowd is more concerned about now is what Bai Yu just said.

Well, the Third Elder came to, his expression calm, showing no joy or anger as he asked.

"Was it really you who killed the person?"

Upon hearing that, Bai Yu lowered his head, silent, not knowing how to answer.

The person wasn't killed by him, but he absolutely would not give up his wife.

But the situation is now perilous; a slight misstep means death with no place to bury.

Compared to the big picture, the guilt of killing an elder is trivial—utterly insignificant.

Bai Yu is a love-brain, but he also knows the weight of the bigger picture.

But right now, it's no longer something that can be resolved by silence.

Facing his silence, the Third Elder wasn't annoyed and continued to ask.

"If you don't speak, I'll take it as an admission—why did you kill him?"

"Killing always requires a reason," and regarding that, Bai Yu remained unmoved, showing a determination to see it through.

Hui Yu beside him had gone numb, so he simply closed his eyes and refused to look.

Damn, at a time like this, you think not boasting will solve the problem? You're overthinking.

If the problem could really be solved by not boasting, there'd be nothing to worry about.

Sure enough, facing Bai Yu's continued silence, the Third Elder's expression turned cold, and he spoke in an icy tone.

"Do you think I dare not do anything to you?"

Since you won't answer normal questioning, naturally there are other means.

Just as the Third Elder was considering whether to use measures, suddenly an attendant reported that Bai Yu's wife, Tou Niang, requested an audience.

Hmm???

Upon hearing that, Bai Yu immediately shot up his head, an incredulous look on his face—how did his wife come here?

He was willing to protect his wife at any cost here, yet she actively came—aren't you courting death?

But after a moment's thought, Bai Yu quickly turned his gaze to the Third Elder on the main seat.

Naturally understanding Bai Yu's meaning, facing his gaze, the Third Elder said lightly.

"It wasn't me who summoned her."

Seeing the Third Elder deny it, Bai Yu's gaze shifted to Hui Yu.

Seeing that, Hui Yu's face darkened, and he spoke irritably.

"What are you looking at me for?"

"This damn thing is truly hopeless—I might go call Tou Niang over."

Both denied doing it, but since the person has already come, the Third Elder still spoke.

"Bring her in."

Not long after, Tou Niang was brought into the hall; seeing the other party, Bai Yu didn't even care about the other elders present, and hurriedly rose to speak.

"Madam, how did you come here?"

"I told her to stay home peacefully—what chaos is she bringing by coming here?"

"If something goes wrong, she might not be able to go back today."

Facing Bai Yu's concern, Tou Niang merely nodded slightly, then turned her gaze directly to the Third Elder, first giving a respectful salute, before speaking solemnly.

"Third Elder, I have an important matter to report to you."

"Oh, go ahead."

"Tou Niang, don't—"

Upon hearing that, the Third Elder looked curious, not knowing what she would say, while Bai Yu felt his heart tighten.

He self-importantly thought that Tou Niang had come because she realized he was in danger and had specially come to help him.

As for how to help, it was obvious that only Tou Niang taking all the blame, bearing this sin for him, could let Bai Yu escape.

Not only Bai Yu thought of this; Hui Yu present also naturally thought of it.

However, his mood was completely different from Bai Yu's; in this regard, he felt a secret delight.

Tou Niang being so devoted to affection is a good thing for them.

As long as Tou Niang can bear this matter alone, Bai Yu can escape—at least he won't be directly punished, leaving room for maneuver.

When the time comes and the opportunity is ripe, great things can be expected.

Moreover, Tou Niang is so devoted and righteous; speaking frankly, it also makes Hui Yu look at him in a new light.

Even so, one can't help but sigh; it seems Bai Yu really does have a love‑obsessed brain.

With such a virtuous wife, who could not cherish her?

As the saying goes, spouses are like birds of the same forest; when disaster strikes, each flies apart.

Many couples, when disaster strikes, few can live and die together.

And Tou Niang, simply by voluntarily stepping forward to protect Bai Yu, is enough to earn Hui Yu's admiration.

I thought we were doomed today, but I never expected there would still be a pleasant surprise.

This is truly "when the mountains run out and the rivers end, doubt there's a way; yet willows dark, flowers bright, another village appears."

With Tou Niang stepping forward to take the blame, the matter becomes much simpler.

Hui Yu looked at Tou Niang with a face full of sigh.

And Bai Yu was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, wanting to persuade but not knowing what to do.

Ignoring the anxious Bai Yu, the embroiderer stayed shocked from beginning to end, and then, under everyone's gaze, slowly opened his mouth to speak.

"Third Elder, I want to report, report that my husband Bai Yu killed someone yesterday."

"Madam, why would you do this? You… uh, what are you saying?"

Seeing Tou Niang still speak, Bai Yu said with a face full of grief, but having only said half, he was utterly stunned.

Gazing blankly at Tou Niang, but the other side didn't acknowledge him at all, not even a glance, head lowered, as if merely stating a fact.

Bai Yu stood there dazed, wondering what he had just said.

One sentence, and Bai Yu's world collapsed.

Moreover, not only him, but Hui Yu felt the same.

The original relief and secret joy vanished instantly as the words landed.

Hui Yu stared with eyes wide open at Tou Niang, then turned to look at the pallid Bai Yu, and his scalp went numb.

No, you two are just messing with me.

You damn well didn't come to protect anyone; you came to betray your husband.

This is utterly outrageous; this woman… she damn well came to uphold righteousness by killing her kin.