"Old Ancestor," Master Tian said, his tone tinged with disapproval, "punishment shouldn't extend to the family..."
Officially, Tian Shu had done nothing wrong on the surface, so his family shouldn't be implicated. Privately, Master Tian didn't want Tian Fu to get his way and was looking to frustrate him.
Tian Fu's gaze turned sinister. "Punishment shouldn't extend to the family? Fine. Tian Shu was one of Tian Heng's people, and Tian Heng's poor management means he should be the one punished."
Tian Heng was the Young Master. He stood to the side, his expression darkening slightly.
A smirk played on Tian Fu's lips. "Forget it. I won't stoop to arguing with a junior. How about this? Give me Tian Shu's parents, and we'll wipe the slate clean on our past issues. How about it?"
"The boy, Tian Heng, is exceptionally talented. He is indeed a worthy choice for Young Master."
