Feng Aiqun was stunned by what was said. She always prided herself on being the most educated person in the family compound, but now she didn't know how to respond.

Yu Xiangnian added, "In your opinion, a woman who has been abused has not only lost face for herself but also for her family. She should stay indoors, weep endlessly, or even commit suicide to save her family's reputation."

"It's your mentality that has caused so many women to suffer and endure in silence, with some even driven to despair! It's your mentality that has indirectly fueled this criminal arrogance. These criminals know that even if they commit crimes, no one will report them to the police, and they won't be punished, so they act with impunity!"

"I didn't do anything wrong! Why should I hide at home? I didn't go out to accept your criticism. I just want to tell everyone that I have no shame! I live an upright life."

The soldiers who were listening on the side all felt that Yu Xiangnian was right and nodded in agreement.

Even those family members who had been secretly cursing Yu Xiangnian just now felt embarrassed at this moment.

That’s right! It was the bad guy who made the mistake, so why should the woman who was already hurt be stabbed in the back?

Cheng Jingmo looked at Yu Xiangnian like this, and his heart was filled with turmoil.

She stood in the crowd with her back straight. She had such a slender figure but such a strong character.

There were still scratches on her face, her eyes were extremely firm, her plump red lips opened and closed, and the words she uttered were sonorous and powerful.

Yu Xiangnian said: "We women shouldn't be defined. We can be gentle, brave, support our husbands and children, and earn money to support our families. Instead of gossiping and stirring up trouble all day long, we should broaden our horizons and do something meaningful."

"Also, when we encounter any harm, don't be a coward, stand up bravely. Only when you are brave, no one will dare to hurt you, and only then can you help others avoid such harm!"

After she finished speaking, she glanced at everyone and saw Cheng Jingmo standing behind the crowd, looking at her with burning eyes.

She had just said so many things without her heart beating or her face getting red, but now her face felt slightly hot under the burning gaze of his.

I don't know who started the applause, but suddenly applause broke out everywhere.

Several soldiers said, "Well said! Everyone should live their own life!"

The applause became more and more enthusiastic, and Yu Xiangnian went from being proud at the beginning to feeling a little embarrassed later.

At this time, Cheng Jingmo squeezed in from the crowd, stood beside her, facing everyone.

"My wife is right. She did nothing wrong and there's nothing to be ashamed of! I fully support her approach. If you're hurt, you should use the law to protect yourself. We can't let criminals go unpunished!"

He took out a certificate from his jacket pocket and showed it to everyone. It was stamped with the Public Security Bureau's seal.

"Also, my wife hasn't been abused. I hope everyone will stop spreading these rumors. Families should help each other instead of gossiping and damaging neighborhood relationships."

Yu Xiangnian never thought that Cheng Jingmo would stand on her side and say such words in front of so many people.

His clear attitude and stance not only refuted the rumors, but also gave her enough support and reliance, as if a boat that had been drifting for a long time had finally docked in the harbor.

Yu Xiangnian complained in his heart, did he really misunderstand him a few days ago?

She felt a little touched, as if someone had gently touched her heart.

Feng Aiqun lowered her head in shame, wishing she could find a hole to crawl into. The family members who had just cursed with her also lowered their heads, too embarrassed to look at anyone.

Wu Xiaomin stood not far away and watched all this, with a fierce look in his eyes.

Yu Xiangnian, it's you who has been against me again and again!

Cheng Jingmo and Yu Xiangnian walked back home side by side.

As soon as he entered the room, Yu Xiangnian excitedly asked Cheng Jingmo, "How was it? How was my impromptu speech just now?"

Her eyebrows were curved, and her eyes were bright and full of expectation. Cheng Jingmo's heart, which was already not calm, was stirred up again.

He replied calmly: "Very good."

It's not just good, it's fascinating! It makes him obsessed!

Yu Xiangnian raised his eyebrows proudly, "I've wanted to teach these family members a lesson for a long time. Instead of just gossiping all day, why not learn from Liu Zhen, Wang Hongxiang and the others and do something serious!"

In the July weather, Yu Xiangnian wore a white floral dress with a sweetheart neckline, revealing her delicate neck and graceful collarbone.

She held her head high, like a noble white swan.

Cheng Jingmo swallowed and looked away unnaturally, "After talking so much, do you want some water?"

"drink."

Cheng Jingmo poured a glass of water for Yu Xiangnian. Yu Xiangnian had just taken two sips when he heard a knock on the door.

Su Mingliang and Feng Aiqun stood at the door, Feng Aiqun's face full of shame and reluctance.

"Deputy Commander Cheng, Comrade Yu, my wife and I are here to apologize to you," said Su Mingliang.

"Political Commissar, sister-in-law, what are you doing?" Cheng Jingmo invited the two in.

Su Mingliang's face was filled with shame. "I failed to educate my own people well, allowing her to gossip and spread rumors outside, ruining Comrade Yu's reputation. I came here to apologize to you!"

Su Mingliang bowed seriously, "Comrade Yu, I'm sorry!"

Although Yu Xiangnian was prejudiced against the couple, she was not the kind of person who cared about things.

"Commissar Su, you're being too harsh. The matter has been clarified, and I don't intend to dwell on it any further."

Su Mingliang winked at Feng Aiqin again. Feng Aiqin looked embarrassed and opened her mouth several times before she said, "Comrade Yu, I'm sorry. I just believed everything I heard and ruined your reputation."

Yu Xiangnian said, "I accept your apology. I hope Sister Aiqin will be more careful with her words and actions in the future and not do anything to stir up trouble again!"

Qiu Yang had a wound on his face, and the two of them hadn't gone to the village to look for herbs in the past few days.

He Gang's surgery was scheduled for the fifth day after the agreement.

Early in the morning, Qiu Yang came to the family compound to pick up Yu Xiangnian and took him to Nancheng People's Hospital.

Qiu Yang still doesn't dare to fully believe that Yu Xiangnian would undergo the surgery.

He wished he could follow Yu Xiangnian into the operating room and watch her perform the surgery throughout.

The operation lasted more than three hours before Yu Xiangnian and Lao He came out.

Qiu Yang was even more excited than He Ping. He blocked the two of them at the door of the operating room and kept asking, "How is it going?"

Yu Xiangnian gave him a look that showed he understood.

Lao He told He Ping, "The patient will be transferred to a ward for observation. He should be fine."

He asked Yu Xiangnian with admiration, "Miss, are you willing to come to our hospital? I'll talk to the dean! With your level, you can go through a training process and start working right away."

Yu Xiangnian smiled and politely declined, "Thank you for your appreciation. I'll ask for your help again when I want to go to the hospital."

After Lao He left, Yu Xiangnian and Qiu Yang also prepared to leave.

He Ping suddenly called her, "Wait a minute!"