"Assholes, who on earth ordered you to jump out and contradict me at this time?"
Duan Hai saw his brothers stand up and immediately lost his temper. This guy had no ability to calm the situation and immediately wanted to beat up his brothers. These people here usually didn't dare to confront him, but today was a rare opportunity. If these people were incompetent as Duan Hai said, how could Li Xiang pay attention to them? So even if it meant risking offending Duan Hai, they couldn't retreat.
"No one ordered us to do this. You're simply too incompetent. Our Duan family is also a prominent family in Nanzhao, but what's the situation now? Open your eyes and take a look. Aside from you, who got your position thanks to your father, are we really incompetent? Go ask the people outside. How many of them would say you're capable?"
What surprised Li Xiang was that the situation was getting worse and worse. He had originally wanted to come here for a quick meal, but he didn't expect to encounter such a big change in someone's family. After all, he was an outsider, and if he continued to stay here, it might not be a good thing.
"Brother Duan..."
Seeing that Duan Hai was about to hit someone, Li Xiang stood up beside him. Duan Hai also looked unhappy. He made such a scene in front of outsiders. No matter whether he was right or wrong, everyone would just say that he was incompetent. Who told you not to be able to control the people below you?
"Today's incident happened so suddenly, it doesn't seem so appropriate, otherwise..."
It was obvious that Li Xiang didn't want to get involved. This was your family's business, after all. No matter how things turned out, we wouldn't express any opinion. Duan Hai's brothers weren't smart either. Do you think you'd feel good about causing such a scene in front of outsiders? Even if there was a real opportunity, how could Li Xiang trust you with it?
Duan Hai certainly made his mistakes, but are you guys not at fault? Accusing your brother in front of outsiders is disrespectful in itself. Do you still expect Li Xiang to think you are brave and resourceful?
Seeing that Li Xiang wanted to leave first, Duan Hai immediately panicked. Now everyone outside knew that Li Xiang was having dinner at his house today. If Li Xiang left now, something must have happened. Those people outside didn't know how to guess, not to mention that something had indeed happened in this house.
Duan Hai wanted to keep Li Xiang, but he didn't know how to start. Seeing that a fight was about to break out, was he going to let Li Xiang just watch the fun?
"Your Highness, please make the decision for us brothers..."
The reason why these people below made a fuss was that they wanted to find a way to show off in front of Li Xiang. If Li Xiang just left like that, there would be no point in them making a fuss. Of course, this was just a coincidence, not something that anyone had prepared in advance. If Duan Hai had not insulted them first, I'm afraid these people would not have stood up.
"Everyone, please stand up. This is your family affair. I have always believed that harmony is the most important thing, especially between brothers. Therefore, I cannot make the decision for you on this matter... I still..."
"Your Highness, please stay. I heard the other day that Your Highness enjoys worshipping Buddha. Coincidentally, there are several Buddhist scriptures in your residence that were brought from India. Although they are incomplete, they have been around for a long time. If Your Highness is interested, please go to the study first."
Princess Yongping's wisdom was immediately revealed. She absolutely could not let Li Xiang leave at this time. There were so many people watching outside, including the king in the palace, who were all watching the situation here. If Li Xiang left early, the Duan family would really be doomed.
Before Li Xiang came, Princess Yongping had already analyzed to Duan Hai that the reason why Princess Yongping married into the Duan family was because the king wanted Princess Yongping to marry into the Duan family, and then support the Duan family and turn it into a force to restrain Prince Zhennan.
Unfortunately, Duan Hai is not cut out for this job. Although the princess came as scheduled, the entire Duan family has not made any progress. He attributes everything to the king, but the problem is that the king's ability is limited. He can only lead you in, and the rest of the things have to be done by you.
How could Duan Hai understand this? This is also the reason why his brothers disobeyed him. They had clearly paved the way for you. You just needed to move forward carefully and place the Duan family members in the position. Then, we would have smoothly entered the court. Unfortunately, you don't know how to behave and only want to obey the king. How can such a good thing happen?
Li Xiang looked up at Duan Hai again. Duan Hai's eyes were full of hope at this moment. He hoped that Li Xiang could stay in the study for a while, and then he would deal with the things outside and wait for Li Xiang to come back to rest. It was almost time. If he went out early, then the Duan family would probably have no good days.
"Okay."
Looking at the pitiful appearance of Princess Yongping beside him, Li Xiang could only agree temporarily. Princess Yongping was also very grateful in her heart. Duan Hai certainly did not see this. Duan Hai still thought it was his face. Even the Crown Prince of the Tang Dynasty gave me face. Who the hell are you guys? How dare you openly lose my face in such an occasion.
"Your Highness..."
The other young masters of the Duan family panicked as soon as they saw this scene. What they imagined was different from what they had imagined. They thought that Li Xiang would appreciate one or several of them, even if it was just a few friendly chats. If they spread the news tomorrow, someone would naturally come to them to discuss cooperation. At that time, they would use their intelligence and Li Xiang's prestige to definitely get themselves a position.
But unexpectedly, Li Xiang didn't talk to anyone and followed Princess Yongping to the study in the back. Everyone was shocked. Duan Hai was a reckless man. He didn't show his ability just now. Now that Li Xiang has gone to the study, do you think he still can't show his ability?
"Close the door for me."
After Li Xiang left the yard, Duan Hai gave orders with a dark face. The followers around him were also very angry. "Brothers are stabbing you in the back at this time. Just wait for the master to punish you. If the master can't deal with others, can't he deal with you?"
