Li Yunyan was the first to react.
She immediately steadied herself, released his collar, and turned her back to him.
His voice trembled slightly, "Thank you!"
Chen Que's Adam's apple bobbed twice. "It's good that my sister-in-law is alright!"
Dongyun came out after packing her things and saw that Miss and Young Master Shen Que were standing on opposite sides, which she found a little strange.
"Miss? Shall we go?"
Li Yunyan nodded, "Let's go!"
She pulled up the hood of her cloak and walked away into the wind and snow.
Shen Que stood there for a long time before slowly walking into the courtyard and picking up the umbrella she had forgotten.
His fingers slowly caressed the umbrella handle, his gaze gradually hardening.
For several days in a row, Li Yunyan did not go to that small courtyard again.
Although Shen Que was uneasy, he still persisted in studying and never slacked off.
More than ever before, he hoped he could pass the exam!
The Lunar New Year is just around the corner.
Li Yunyan had been spared trouble from Chen's mother for a long time, and her ears were finally at peace! But on New Year's Eve, the whole family still had to have a reunion dinner together!
Except for Chen Que!
On this day, Li Mingshan also had to stay at home with his family. Shen Fengxian made a rare trip to Liuyan Courtyard to pick up Li Yunyan and go to the old lady's place for the New Year.
He looked every bit the perfect husband.
Li Yunyan had already put on a joyful expression, dressed herself up in her finest clothes, and happily followed Shen Fengxian beside her.
She merely maintained a suitable expression on her face, but showed no interest in speaking to Shen Fengxian. During the journey, she didn't initiate conversation with him, pretending to be busy admiring the newly hung red lanterns in the mansion.
Shen Fengxian was quite pleased with her tact.
She was so quiet, which was much better than before when she would deliberately try to find topics to talk to him about!
He showed her a rare kindness on his face.
If she continues to be so sensible, he wouldn't mind continuing to use her title as his wife after she gives birth to the child.
As soon as the two entered Ci'an Temple, Mother Shen saw the loving and harmonious appearance of the couple.
I'm so angry!
She glared at the two of them fiercely, not only at Li Yunyan, but now she even complained about Shen Fengxian, that unfilial son!
Li Yunyan walked to her side with her head bowed and gave her a proper bow, "Daughter-in-law greets Mother! Mother, are you well?"
Mother Shen snorted, "What a rare guest! The great Buddha we've brought into our family has finally been seen!"
"Mother, don't be angry!" Li Yunyan said gently. "Mother, today is the New Year. Your daughter-in-law wishes you many happy returns of the day!"
Although it was an auspicious saying, to Chen's mother it sounded so unlucky.
She glared at Li Yunyan, finding fault with her and saying sarcastically, "Two months have passed again. Is there any good news from your precious belly?"
Li Yunyan lowered her head feigning shame, glanced quickly at Shen Fengxian, and said softly, "Mother, it is your daughter-in-law who has been unfilial..."
"You are unfilial!"
Finally finding a pretext to lash out, Mother Shen's voice suddenly rose, "Of the three unfilial acts, the greatest is to have no descendants! It's been over four years! You haven't even laid a single egg for our Shen family! Are you trying to make our Shen family line die out?!"
She started screaming!
While howling, he glanced at Shen Fengxian out of the corner of his eye.
It seems this daughter-in-law can't have children; she should be divorced quickly!
Shen Fengxian's relaxed brows furrowed. Why couldn't they just have a peaceful and happy New Year?
He said patiently, "Mother! We can talk about this later! Today is New Year's Eve, let's eat first!"
But Mother Shen refused to stop there. She had finally managed to gather everyone together, and she couldn't afford not to seize the opportunity!
She's already spoken to her family! As long as Xian'er agrees, she'll immediately send her niece over!
First, make her a concubine, and after she gives birth to the child, then it will be natural to divorce Li Yunyan!
She slammed her hand on the table. "What are you eating for! We should first pay respects to our ancestors before having a family reunion dinner. Our Shen family is in such a state now, what do you have to offer as a sign of respect? Do you want them to die with regrets?"
She started wailing again: "My husband who died so young! How could you leave like this! The Shen family's legacy is going to be ruined in my hands! Even in death, I have no face to meet you in the afterlife! Waaaaah!!!"
Li Yunyan looked like a wronged child, lowering her head and whispering comfortingly, "Mother, don't cry! It's all my fault!"
"Yes! It's all your fault! You jinx! How did you end up in the Shen family? Why don't you go and cause trouble for someone else?!"
"Mother...Mother..."
Li Yunyan was scolded by her mother and couldn't even lift her head. She didn't defend herself and hid to the side, sobbing softly.
Mother Shen was still relentless and continued to wail loudly.
Oh no! The festive atmosphere of the New Year is completely ruined!
This doesn't look like Chinese New Year at all! If you didn't know better, you'd think the Shen family was holding a funeral!
Shen Fengxian's temples throbbed from his mother's wailing. He closed his eyes, rubbed them, and shouted, "Stop crying!"
His shout was so intimidating that Chen's mother immediately stopped crying, like a chicken being choked.
She stared at him blankly.
Finally, there was some peace and quiet, and Shen Fengxian let out a sigh of relief.
He glanced down at Li Yunyan and said slowly, "Mother, don't rush. Give me and my wife some more time... Next year, we will definitely let you hold your grandson!"
"really?!"
Both Shen's mother and Li Yunyan looked at Shen Fengxian at the same time. Shen's mother was filled with surprise and joy, while Li Yunyan was simply shocked.
She glanced at him, then lowered her eyes again.
Is Shen Fengxian's plan about to be implemented?
Shen Fengxian nodded, "It's true! Mother, don't worry!"
While pleased, Chen's mother was also worried that this was just an excuse he was using to fob her off. "What will you do if you still don't get pregnant next year?"
You'll definitely get pregnant!
Shen Fengxian was very confident.
He has already found a senior doctor who is skilled in this field and prescribed a formula. As long as Li Yunyan takes this formula for a month and her body is in good condition, then she can...
He glanced at Li Yunyan again.
She's always been in good health, and with the added medication, she only needs one treatment!
A smile played on his lips as he confidently addressed his mother, "Mother, don't worry! It will definitely happen!"
Mother Shen has been longing for a grandson for so long, it can't be appeased with just a few words!
With a slightly stern face, she said, "Then I'll give you another year! If you still can't conceive within this year, I'll arrange for you to take a concubine, and you can't refuse!"
Shen Fengxian nodded, "I'll listen to Mother!"
Seeing that her son had finally relented, Mother Shen's face brightened and a smile appeared on her face.
Without any embarrassment, she took out a handkerchief, wiped away her tears, and said, "What are you all standing there for? Come on, sit down and eat!"
Li Yunyan walked over tremblingly and carefully sat down next to Shen Fengxian.
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