The Third Uncle held a grudge against He Yuzhu from their previous dispute, but he realized that this was an excellent opportunity to mend their relationship.
"The nature of this incident is severe; by rights, it should be handled by the judicial authorities. However, as neighbors, we must prioritize harmony. Since Zhuzi is broad-minded enough not to pursue this, we must ensure fairness and justice. I believe that if Qin Huairu is unable to make restitution, then Banggeng should face appropriate punishment."
Though the First Uncle felt a twinge of sympathy, he agreed with this perspective and added, "He is growing up; if this continues, it will never end well."
Chapter 31