Li Xiangjin and Li Xiangyin then released Zhao Yumei's arms and called out to Yan Qingqing and Xu Shi, "Second Aunt, Third Aunt."
Grandma Li also watched Yan Qingqing wipe away her tears.
Yan Qingqing glanced at her but did not comfort her.
He then turned to Li Xiangjin and Li Xiangyin and said, "I remember there was a document when the government ruled on the divorce. Zhao Yumei was forbidden from setting foot in the Li family home again because she intentionally injured someone."
Upon hearing this, Li Xiangjin quickly replied, "Second sister-in-law is right, I also remember there was such a rule."
Yan Qingqing frowned and said, "Since that's the case, what are you waiting for? Throw the person out now."
"Your child is so grown up now, in a few years he might be a grandfather. Are you two planning to raise a younger sibling of unknown origin?"
Hearing this, Madam Xu chimed in, "Yes, if we take him out, people will definitely think he's one of your sons."
Who would have thought that your mother, at such an advanced age, could still give birth to a pearl?
The key point is that these aren't even from the Li family; they're clearly just trying to take advantage of you two.
Since the family split up, Xu's personality has become more shrewish, and she speaks without any restraint.
Yan Qingqing almost burst out laughing when she heard Xu's sarcastic remarks.
Li Xiangjin and Li Xiangyin also looked at Madam Xu with somewhat flushed faces.
They all felt that Yan Qingqing and Xu Shi's words showed absolutely no mercy.
Although Li Xiangjin and Li Xiangyin already have a child who is several years old, they are still a long way from getting married and having children.
Even Zhao Yumei felt a little embarrassed.
However, she still muttered under her breath, "How dare you say that about me? She's the same, having children even after her husband died."
Suddenly, a figure stepped forward and slapped Zhao Yumei across the face.
Five red handprints immediately appeared on Zhao Yumei's face.
Zhao Yumei looked at the person who had suddenly appeared in disbelief.
She felt like she had seen a ghost; she had clearly just seen only Xu Shi and Yan Qingqing.
Where did this brat come from, and he even dared to hit her?
Mu Xi, holding his sword and with his arms crossed, said in a deep voice, "You audacious commoner, how dare you disrespect the Mingzhao Emperor!"
According to the laws of my Great Yan, he should be flogged and imprisoned.
Zhao Yumei was terrified when she heard about being flogged, as she had been flogged by Magistrate Ling before.
Those bailiffs were particularly ruthless; they almost crippled her, and it took her several months to recover.
Not only was she beaten, but her brothers from her maternal family were also beaten.
Her sisters-in-law already had a lot of complaints about her because of this.
In addition, she was used to being lazy and gluttonous in the Li family, and she didn't know how to behave herself when she returned to her parents' home.
At first, Old Mrs. Zhao protected her, but later, because she caused chaos in the family, several of Zhao's daughters-in-law were arguing for a divorce.
Only then did Old Mrs. Zhao relent and agree to marry her off as soon as possible.
But Zhao Yumei was once a virgin bride, so she wouldn't be interested in ordinary men.
But at her age, where would a good family want her? In the end, she was deceived by a widower's sweet talk and followed him without any status or identity.
It wasn't until Zhao Yumei became pregnant that the Zhao family came to demand an explanation. Seeing that things were not going well, the widower ran away overnight.
The Zhao family disliked Zhao Yumei and wouldn't let her into their home. Only then did Zhao Yumei remember her two sons.
But judging from the current situation, the Li family is no longer what it used to be. This is no longer a place where she can run wild.
When Xu saw Zhao Yumei trying to drag Yan Qingqing into this, she said, "Zhao Yumei, if you're shameless, don't drag your sister-in-law into this."
Xiangyang is a legitimate son of the Li family.
Moreover, my second sister-in-law was only a little over thirty when she gave birth to Xiangyang.
You're forty years old, that's not the same.
I advise you to leave as soon as possible if you know what's good for you. Your second sister-in-law is now a Mingzhao Shuoren, a third-rank official, bestowed by the Emperor himself.
If you speak disrespectfully to her, you are disrespecting an official of the imperial court.
For the sake of our past relationship as sisters-in-law, you should leave voluntarily. Being thrown out of Canghe Village would be even more shameful.
Zhao Yumei hesitated for a moment, knowing that she couldn't gain any advantage in the current situation.
Even if Yan Qingqing dislikes Old Madam Li, Li Xiangjin, and Li Xiangyin, she cannot tolerate them causing trouble in the Li family.
Seeing that Zhao Yumei was still dawdling, Yan Qingqing instructed Mu Xi, "No matter who it is, if they cause trouble in my Li family, we don't need to show them any leniency. Just send them to the authorities directly."
Upon hearing this, Mu Xi quickly agreed and then reached out to grab Zhao Yumei. Zhao Yumei immediately stood up and said, "I'm leaving! I'm leaving! I'm leaving right now!"
After saying that, she ran out of Li Xiangjin's house in a flash, not at all like a pregnant woman.
After Zhao Yumei left, Li Xiangjin and Li Xiangyin walked up to Yan Qingqing, bowed to the two of them, and said, "Thank you, Second Aunt and Third Aunt. It was all our fault before."
Selfish and self-centered, only thinking about themselves and never considering others.
I have been disrespectful to my second and third aunts in many ways, and I beg their forgiveness.
Yan Qingqing saw that the two were sincere, and that although they were a bit selfish, they had been honest and hardworking for the past two years and had not caused any trouble.
Li Sanniu sometimes helps them find some work to do, so they can earn a little money and make a living without any problem.
Yan Qingqing wasn't a petty person; she usually turned a blind eye to things.
As long as their character is sound, Yan Qingqing is still willing to lend them a hand.
Yan Qingqing looked at the two without saying anything, and Xu Shi waved her hand and said, "Although you two boys used to be quite annoying."
But in the end, it was still influenced by your parents.
Things have been changing over the past two years, and your third uncle has always kept you two in mind.
So, Auntie, I can't say anything.
But remember, our Li family owes its current success to your second aunt.
Without him, who would respect our Li family?
"If it weren't for your second aunt backing you up, your mother wouldn't have let you off so easily."
Li Xiangjin and Li Xiangyin both agreed.
He thanked Yan Qingqing again.
Yan Qingqing didn't expect them to thank her; she just hoped they wouldn't become the subject of gossip when they went out.
After all, Li Xiangkang still has a career in politics, and having a cousin who is criticized by others will ultimately have a negative impact.
Thinking of this, Yan Qingqing said to the two of them, "I have seen your performance over the past two years."
To be honest, I didn't like you two before; you were selfish and cold-hearted.
But I'm quite satisfied with your performance today. At least the old lady fought for you two and you didn't let Zhao Yumei bully her.
This shows you've truly changed; at least you've learned to be grateful and know how to be a decent person. Your future won't be too bad.
To be fair, Li Xiangjin and Li Xiangyin weren't born bad people; they were probably influenced by Li Daniu and Zhao Yumei, which made them a bit selfish and callous.
Things have indeed changed a lot in the last two years.
Hearing Yan Qingqing's words and reflecting on their past selves, both of them felt somewhat ashamed.
Grandma Li never expected that Yan Qingqing would speak up for her. Her eyes immediately welled up with tears. She was so grateful to have such a good and understanding daughter-in-law. She had truly been blind to have such a wonderful daughter-in-law.
Upon seeing this scene, Yan Qingqing immediately thought of leaving. One thing at a time, she would not accept Mrs. Li's apology.
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