Old Master Fang dared not complain and hurriedly pleaded with Lord Mu Second, "Replying to Second Master, I did not anticipate the matter would become so severe, thinking it could be resolved without disturbing you. I hope for your forgiveness."
Although Old Master Fang quickly admitted his fault, the expression on Lord Mu Second's face still did not look too good. Bereft of hope for his own career and managing the miscellaneous affairs of the family, he was already less influential than the main branch. Now, the situation had deteriorated to the extent that it was not something a mere commoner could solve; he would have to seek help from the main branch. Wouldn't this just deliver leverage into the main branch's hands, allowing them to mock his branch at will?
It would be odd if Lord Mu Second's expression were good.