Second Aunt Si was older and more self-restrained, so she could hold back her laughter, but the other members of the younger generation couldn't suppress their amusement.
Low chuckles echoed through the quiet living room, sounding particularly grating to Third Aunt Si's ears. She spat threats while mopping the floor.
"What are you looking at? You think I'm in for it? Let me tell you, my bad luck is over.
Don't you forget, my father's apprentices are everywhere. Listen up! If you piss me off, watch your own damn necks.
Don't think this means anything just because I'm mopping the floor. I'm only doing this out of respect for Grandma and Grandpa, giving you all some face. Hmph, keep laughing, and you'll see what happens."
Her voice was so loud that not only did everyone in the Si Family living room hear her, but even Grandma Si and the Si Family Master, who were in the guest room with Old Sir Si during his acupuncture, heard her as well.
