Chapter 571 - Chapter 571: A True Heart Is Revealed in Adversity!
Chapter 571: A True Heart Is Revealed in Adversity!
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: End less Fantasy Translation
Madam Wei’s anger subsided briefly, but she quickly regained her composure and said, “So what if we’re returning to the Capital? That rural girl would naturally be beneath our notice. That shameless woman didn’t restrain herself and seduced our Qingxi. How could someone of her kind ever be accepted into our household?”
Zhang Qian was so enraged he couldn’t find words, finally managing to utter, “A compassionate mother raises a defeated son!”
Mo’er couldn’t hold back her words, “Oh, so you’ve decided you’re too good for rural girls now? Returned to the Capital, and now eyeing Second Young Miss?” “Who gave you, a lowly servant, the right to speak?!” Madam Wei scolded, fully embodying the term ‘shrew.’
Seeing her in this state, Zhang Qian grew even angrier, “Madam Wei, if you continue to disgrace yourself, I will divorce you!”
Madam Wei was stunned for a moment, then sat on the ground and began crying loudly, cursing between sobs, “You heartless man! I’ve given birth to and raised your children, managed the household, and dealt with your concubines. For so many years, I’ve worked hard even without any significant achievements. And now, not only does our son want to leave and die, you also want to divorce me!”
The entire Lotus Courtyard descended into chaos!
Liu Shimei watched the commotion, thinking, ‘As the saying goes, true feelings are revealed in times of adversity. Indeed, genuine hearts are revealed in adversity! Look at this whole family—when the foundation is corrupt, the rest follows suit! With such repulsive parents, it’s no wonder they have such repulsive children!’
But she remained silent, giving Mo’er a subtle glance, signaling her not to intervene.
Zhang Qingxi dared to harbor ill intentions toward her. She had already avenged half of Yan’er’s grievances. As for the filthy matters involving the Zhang family’s in-laws, she had no intention of getting involved! Let them sort out their issues inside their own nest—it would serve them right.
Amidst the noisy commotion, a voice suddenly echoed at the doorway. “Young Master has been schemed against!”
Everyone turned to look.
Liu Shimei thought, ‘Another one here to meet their doom? My ruthless and cunning excuse for a father is surely going to deal with him!’
A follower of Zhang Qingxi walked in, holding the back of his head, panting as he spoke, “Young Master has been schemed against by Eldest Young Miss Liu! At noon, Young Master went to drink with Eldest Young Miss Liu. While they were drinking, Young Master suddenly became disoriented. This humble one heard it all clearly. Eldest Young Miss Liu instructed Young Master to come to the Lotus Courtyard!”
Silence fell.
All eyes focused on Liu Shimei’s face. Liu Fuyun, even more bewildered, questioned, “Was it you who did this?”
Not surprising!
After all, this daughter had experienced a similar situation orchestrated by Liu Yan’er. If Liu Shimei wanted to retaliate, it wouldn’t be impossible!
However, Liu Shimei stood there calmly, sneering, and said, “Father, do you think now is the time to trust the words of a servant from the Zhang family, or to believe that I can find a solution for you in this matter?”
Liu Fuyun was instantly furious, his hands trembling!
Liu Shimei didn’t deny her involvement, but she also presented a choice: Now, only I can resolve this for you. Do you want to completely ruin Liu Yan’er, or do you want to protect that scum from the Zhang family?
Even if Liu Shimei didn’t please Liu Fuyun, she was still a daughter of the Liu family. How could the Zhang family compare?
Liu Fuyun snorted coldly and said, “Go inside and check on Yan’er first!”
However, Liu Shimei remained steadfast, still standing there, and said, “Back then, I was schemed against by Liu Yan’er and nearly ended up in a pig cage. Now, it’s her turn to face such a situation. Am I supposed to clean up after her? I ask you, what benefit do I gain from this?”
At this moment, Madam Zhang, catching the crucial point, rushed out from the house, shouting, “What more do you want? This is all your scheming! It would be good for you to be annihilated. What else do you expect?!”
Liu Shimei took a look.
Well, well!
Is this still the haughty Madam Zhang who used to look down her nose at people?