Zhou Xiuer was not oblivious; observing Madam Zhou's extremely cold demeanor, she knew that her aunt had made up her mind. She truly intended to send her away, forcefully and without the possibility of refusal.
Upon realizing this, Zhou Xiuer felt a sharp pang of anxiety. If Madam Zhou did not plan to let her stay, how could there be any talk of taking her to Changan? What future could she possibly have?
Moreover, this was the first time Madam Zhou had acted so forcefully—why, why suddenly like this?
Staring blankly at her aunt seated above, Zhou Xiuer suddenly felt that the face she had seen for over ten years was now a blur; could it be said that circumstances truly changed a person?
Or was it due to something else?
Suddenly recalling the earlier scene where she was playfully unruly with her uncle, Zhou Xiuer's expression changed several times as she tentatively asked, "Aunt, are you angry with me? Uncle and I were just..."
