Gu Ming'an stared at his prodigal wife in amazement, speechless for a moment. Although he wasn't a money-grubber, the Five-Colored Soul Orb wasn't something you could buy with just money. He also had a son who was traveling and cultivating in a temple out in the world, and the Five-Colored Soul Orb would be of great benefit to his cultivation. Who knew this prodigal wife would throw it back like a glass bead?
If this matter were to get out, it would probably make people laugh their heads off.
"No, no, that's such a pity. I have to think of a way!" Zhu Yulan said as she walked out.
"What are you doing?" Gu Mingan grabbed her.
"That's a five-colored soul bead. It's a shame to throw it away. I have to think of a way." Zhu Yulan said.
"Just keep quiet. If you really make the old man so angry that he orders me to divorce you, just stay in the yard honestly." Gu Mingan said, slapping his forehead.
"I was staying in the yard and didn't violate the old man's orders. Don't worry, it's okay. I know what to do." Zhu Yulan said nothing and quickly walked out of the yard.
Gu Ming'an couldn't do anything about her, fearing she might get into trouble, so he had no choice but to follow her. He had originally wanted to subtly mention the Phoenix Nirvana Pill to her, to prevent her from bringing up the Long family again, but it looked like that was no longer necessary. Once she knew the value of the Five-Colored Soul Orb, she didn't care about the future anymore. Her perspective was limited.
The Gu family's banquet hall was brightly lit, creating a festive atmosphere.
Although it was their first meeting, because of Chen Yuhe, everyone felt at ease. They talked and laughed throughout the meal, and seemed to be particularly close.
Listening to Patriarch Gu and the others chatting about interesting anecdotes, customs, and practices of the Divine Continent, Mu Hanyan's understanding of the Divine Continent deepened. Although she had already gained some understanding from Ye Yian and the others, Ye Yian, despite his age, had largely remained in Mujia Village to conceal his identity, never leaving the main gate or the secondary gate. His knowledge of the Divine Continent was very limited. Sikong Qinglan and the others were also too young and had little experience. In terms of knowledge, they were far inferior to the other Patriarchs present.
After three rounds of drinks, Zhu Yulan appeared at the gate of the yard, looking inside anxiously.
At this time, Zhu Yulan was wearing an apron, her face was covered with traces of smoke and fire, and her expression was as fearful as a servant. There was no trace of her arrogance, cunningness and aggressiveness.
"Didn't I tell you to stay in the yard? Why are you here again?" Gu Qingyang asked with a frown.
"Let me see if I need to add anything else. I just made Yuhe's favorite braised pork and pork elbow. I don't know if it will suit her taste." Zhu Yulan answered anxiously.
Chen Yuhe, Mu Hanyan and others looked at her strangely. It had only been a short time, and the previously fierce and vicious Second Young Lady of the Gu family had become like a bullied young wife. She was wearing a dirty apron, her face was stained with smoke and fire, and she looked so timid and humble that even they could not bear to look at her.
"Forget it, come and eat with us." Gu Qingyang gave her an unpleasant look. After all, she was his daughter-in-law. It was not right for her to stand at the door like a servant.
"Thank you, Master of the House." Zhu Yulan walked into the yard with small steps. It's true that she had the demeanor of a lady from a noble family.
"Yuhe, Second Aunt was possessed by the devil before and said some things that she shouldn't have said. Second Aunt is sorry for you and wants to apologize to you." Zhu Yulan walked in front of Shen Yuhe and bowed as she spoke. Her eyes instantly turned red and tears rolled in her eyes, as if they were about to burst out at any time.
"Second Aunt, don't be like this. I haven't forgotten what happened before, so don't take it to heart." Shen Yuhe quickly helped Zhu Yulan up. Although she still felt some resentment, it was not right for an elder to bow and apologize to a younger person. Besides, her grandfather had already punished her, so she didn't want to dwell on it.
"Yuhe, I know you resent me in your heart because I treated you badly when you were a child and I said that to you before. It's only right that you resent Second Aunt. But you don't know that Second Aunt has never treated you as an outsider. When you were a child, you were very lively and didn't behave like a girl. The head of the family and your uncles spoiled you and didn't want to take care of you. I saw it with my own eyes and was worried in my heart.
Second Aunt was a little strict with you because she was afraid that you would be difficult to discipline when you grew up. You don’t know that every time I scolded you, I couldn’t bear it. I don’t know how many tears I shed when I went back. You also don’t know how sad I was when you left with your parents. I didn’t want to leave you. My eyes were swollen from crying when I came back.
Second Aunt is a woman of modest means, and she has little knowledge. That’s why she was so angry when you took out that five-colored soul bead. She thought all her efforts were in vain. When you grow up, you’re still so naughty and ignorant. In the final analysis, Second Aunt still cares too much about you. Second Aunt really treats you as her own daughter. Which mother wants to see her daughter so disrespectful? Woo…” Zhu Yulan held Shen Yuhe’s hand, and tears finally came out, crying so hard that it shook the earth.
Mu Hanyan, Shen Yuhe and others looked at each other. It seemed that everything she did was for Shen Yuhe's own good. Although they felt that few of what she said were true, seeing Zhu Yulan crying so hard, as if she had suffered a great injustice, made people feel sympathy for her.
Next to him, Gu Mingan's face was as dark as a stone, and he wished he could dig a hole in the ground and crawl into it.
How shameless! She could even say such things. She had never scolded Shen Yuhe before, but she was smug. She had never seen her cry before. When Shen Yuhe and her family left, her eyes weren't swollen, but her face was a little swollen, from laughing. But now she was crying so heartbreakingly, so sincerely, she probably even fooled herself with her lies.
"Second Aunt, please stop talking. I know everything, everything." Shen Yuhe helped Zhu Yulan up with a headache. Even though she knew that what she said could not be believed, she was still affected by it and her nose felt a little sour.
"Yuhe, do these dishes suit your taste? I know your taste. Second Aunt has been cooking them whenever she is free these years, waiting for the day when you come back to cook for you. Come and try them." Zhu Yulan came to Chen Yuhe's side, wiping her tears and "forcing a smile" to pick up dishes for her. Soon, the bowl in front of her was piled up like a small mountain.
Gu Mingan turned his head away, unable to bear to listen any further. He had been married for decades, but he had never seen Zhu Yulan cook these dishes.
"Don't bother me, Second Aunt. I've almost finished eating and can't eat anymore." Shen Yuhe said politely.
"It's not a trouble, it's not a trouble. I treat you as my own daughter. If you eat more, Second Aunt will be happier than anyone else. We haven't had a meal together for so many years. I don't know how much you have suffered outside. Second Aunt is heartbroken just thinking about it." Zhu Yulan wiped her eyes again as she spoke.
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