The old lady glared at her fiercely, and Gu Nianci quickly withdrew her hand, no longer daring to object. However, she felt a little resentful that the old lady had acted on her own initiative. But she had always listened to the old lady since she was a child and respected her even more than her own mother.

The only time Gu Nianci ever defied the old lady was when she was to marry Ye Xunmei. The usually weak and obedient Gu Nianci did everything she could to get the old lady's approval, from crying and making a scene to threatening suicide. She even went on a hunger strike and didn't eat for a week, almost losing half her life. Only then did the old lady have no choice but to agree.

Ye Mingcheng comforted her softly, "Mother, it is Tang Yufen and Ye Xunmei who did wrong, and they are the ones who are embarrassed. You are the victim, and others will only sympathize with you."

"I don't want anyone's sympathy. Don't call your father by his name. It's improper. Even if he isn't, he's still your father," Gu Nianci scolded softly.

Ye Qingqing, standing behind Ye Xunmei, rolled her eyes, genuinely curious about her.

What kind of stunningly beautiful woman was she that captivated her muddle-headed grandmother so completely?

However, Ye Xunmei has not appeared this time, nor is she with Tang Yufen. This couple seems rather strange. Could they be going through a divorce?

Ye Qingqing had heard Meng Shanshan talk about Ye Xunmei's romantic escapades. Her grandfather might not have any other skills, but he was definitely a master at flirting. Even though he was over sixty years old, he could still charm young girls in their twenties. He made headlines more often than any Hong Kong celebrity.

The old lady addressed the gossiping guests, saying, "The elders should have heard of my name, Sheng Xinlan. Bringing up this shameful incident from forty years ago is not to gain sympathy, but because this despicable woman came to our door herself, offering 200,000 yuan to humiliate our family. I can never swallow this insult!"

Several elderly guests nodded repeatedly, each offering their own comments.

"I know about this. Madam Sheng claims that her son-in-law has fallen seriously ill, but some people say that he eloped with Miss Sheng's maid and stole a lot of money!"

“I’ve heard a bit about it too. A distant relative of mine works at Yimintang and knows some of the inside story. That cousin-in-law is a scoundrel, and the maid who came with her as part of her dowry is even worse. If it weren’t for Old Madam Sheng redeeming her from prostitution, she would have been a prostitute ridden by thousands of men. They are ungrateful ingrates.”

"If that's really the case, that maid who came with the bride is so heartless. She stole someone's husband and her money, and now she comes back arrogantly to humiliate her former mistress. How wicked she must be!"

...

The crowd chimed in, all criticizing Tang Yufen, the seller, and looking at her with disdain.

In the play, the wicked maid only slept with the son-in-law and was promoted to concubine, but this woman directly stole her mistress's man and even stole his money. Her heart is truly wicked.

Even if Tang Yufen had a thick skin, she couldn't bear to be accused in front of so many people.

“Young Miss has misunderstood me too deeply. I will remember the kindness you have shown me for the rest of my life. You are in a bad mood now. I will come to apologize to you after you have calmed down.”

Tang Yufen was too ashamed to linger any longer. She gave Ye Yuanxiu a wink, and Ye Yuanxiu understood immediately. He then helped Tang Yufen leave in a hurry.

This scene was also witnessed by Yu Wuwei, who had returned to watch the excitement. However, he did not show much interest. He had not won 10,000 yuan, and the restaurant would have to close in three days. After paying rent and utilities with the 2,000 yuan he had, he would have trouble even eating.

Is he really going to work at a small restaurant?

As soon as Tang Yufen stepped out of Baiweiju, her posture straightened, and the embarrassment on her face vanished. She glanced at Wuweilou across the street and said softly, "Let's go to the other side!"