When Xu Jie saw Liu Xuan and Madam Liu emerge, he knelt and said in a solemn voice, "Sir, Madam, I have come to beg your forgiveness!"
The onlookers watched with excitement. Witnessing the drama of such a great family was an incredible stroke of luck for them—a story they could one day boast about to their children and grandchildren.
"Enough, Xu Jie. Get up. The fault doesn't lie with you." Liu Xuan let out a long sigh, walked over, and helped Xu Jie to his feet. Then, he said solemnly, "This was my daughter's own choice. You're not to blame. The fact that you came is proof enough of your sincerity. Alas... You may go. We forgive you."
Madam Liu shed tears at his side. Though her expression was grim, she said nothing.
Xu Jie looked deeply ashamed. Regardless of whether he was entirely to blame, the conduct of Liu Xuan and his wife, combined with the great debt the Xu Family owed Liu Ruyu, was more than enough to fill his heart with shame.
