Chapter 7 Divorce 2
Gu Chuan's face was distorted at this moment. He looked around and everyone was looking at him with accusatory eyes, as if he really was the unforgivable sinner.
His heart was filled with resentment and anger. He clearly didn't do these things, so why did he end up like this?
"No! You've all been deceived! This is all Xiao Fuguang's conspiracy! She wants to destroy me!"
Gu Chuan shouted at the top of his lungs, but his voice was quickly drowned out by the noise of the crowd.
Lord Zhao looked at Gu Chuan, a hint of disappointment flashing in his eyes.
As an important official in the court, he had always had high hopes for Gu Chuan, believing him to be the best among the younger generation. He did not expect something like this to happen today.
"Don't worry, everyone. General Xiao and I have known each other for many years. General Xiao died fighting for Xuanyuan. I will never watch his daughter being bullied like this. Tomorrow, I will go to the palace and report to the emperor everything that happened today word for word."
Seeing that things were getting out of control, Gu Xiu hurriedly stepped forward to clean up the mess. Even though he found it hard to believe today that his two sons would kill each other for a woman, he still had to stabilize the situation first and not let the Gu family be destroyed.
He raised his hand and slapped Gu Chuan in the face.
"Evil son, apologize to Fu Guang."
Gu Xiu was an old general who had been on the battlefield for many years. The strength in his hands was obvious. Gu Chuan's face was already swollen.
Gu Chuan choked, raised his hand to touch his face, and looked at Gu Xiu in disbelief.
"Father...you actually hit me?"
"I...I didn't. I didn't write a letter like that."
"How could I possibly kill my own eldest brother?"
"That's my elder brother from the same mother!"
Gu Xiu looked at him coldly.
"I will personally investigate the matter between you and Shan'er. If I find out that you really killed your brother, I will definitely not let you off easily."
"But now you've attacked your wife in public. How am I supposed to face your father-in-law a hundred years from now?"
"Apologize to Fu Guang immediately, or you will be court-martialed today."
"Oh! Now you know how to act like a good guy. If things are easily resolved like this, wouldn't it be a waste of all the drama I arranged today?" Xiao Fuguang looked at Gu Xiu.
"Father, Fu Guang thanks the Gu family for taking care of us for so many years. Now Gu Chuan's heart is with my eldest sister-in-law. He has become obsessed with her and killed his brother and wife. Everyone has seen it. It's Fu Guang's fault. She will never be the daughter-in-law of the Gu family again. I hope that father, for the sake of our long-term friendship, will let Fu Guang go home."
If Xiao Fuguang was allowed to leave the Gu family like this, wouldn't the Gu family suffer a great loss? After all, Xiao Fuguang had quite a bit of dowry in his hands. Madam Gu wiped her tears, adjusted her mood, and stepped forward.
"Fuguang, mother knows you've been wronged today. Chuan'er was too impulsive. He shouldn't have attacked you. But it was because this was his eldest brother's funeral. You caused such a big scene at the funeral, so Chuan'er naturally couldn't help but get angry."
"How can a grudge between husband and wife last overnight? You should be more understanding and ask him to apologize to you. Let's just let it go. Your eldest brother's funeral is still to be held. If you delay any further, you will delay your eldest brother's burial."
As expected, there is not a single good person in this family. Each one of them is better than the other in confusing right and wrong. They want to push all the blame for today onto himself and accuse him of a crime. A cold look flashed in Xiao Fuguang's eyes and he was about to speak.
Liu Yue squeezed her hand and looked at Madam Gu with a cold gaze.
"Madam, you have a sharp tongue. You usually take advantage of my young lady's kindness and torment her time and again. She is respectful and virtuous, and has always been tolerant and filial to you. I never thought that today you would be able to put the blame on my young lady in public."
"My young lady is worried that you are an elder and not good at speaking. I, Liu Yue, am not afraid of you. You are a family of black-hearted people. You shamelessly caused trouble and want my young lady to take the blame. I tell you, you have done so many evil things. If you don't punish yourself, God will punish you. Be careful of being struck by lightning."
Xiao Fuguang really couldn't help but raise his handkerchief to wipe the tears from the corners of his eyes, hiding the smile on the corners of his mouth. This girl, he must increase her monthly salary later.
Liu Yue's words made Mrs. Gu's face turn pale and blue. The people around her were also talking about it, and their impression of the Gu family was greatly reduced.
"This Madam Gu usually looks quite dignified, but I didn't expect that she would be so distorted at the critical moment."
"Yes, Miss Xiao is already pitiful enough, and the Gu family still wants to push the responsibility onto her. It's really unreasonable."
"Alas, General Xiao has a great reputation throughout his life, but how come he has to have such a relative?"
Seeing that the situation was becoming increasingly difficult to control, Gu Xiu frowned. He knew that if today's matter was not properly resolved, the Gu family's reputation would plummet.
He took a deep breath and tried to make his voice sound calm and strong.
"Everyone, please be quiet and listen to what I have to say."
The crowd gradually quieted down, and all eyes were focused on Gu Xiu.
"There are indeed many misunderstandings regarding today's incident, but regardless, Chuan'er shouldn't have attacked someone in public. On behalf of the Gu family, I apologize to the Xiao family and all the guests present. Regarding the dispute between Chuan'er and the young lady of the Xiao family, as well as the so-called letter, I will personally investigate thoroughly. I will never allow anyone to wrongly accuse the innocent, nor will I tolerate any evil deeds."
After saying that, Gu Xiu turned to Gu Chuan with a stern look.
"Chuan'er, why don't you apologize to Fu Guang and promise not to do it again?"
He clearly had not written that letter, and there were strange reasons why Xiao Fuguang fell and vomited blood twice. How could Gu Chuan be willing to apologize? However, due to Gu Xiu's warning look, he had to look at Xiao Fuguang with hatred in his eyes and spoke with gritted teeth!
"sorry…………"
If they don't divorce today, it will be difficult to have a chance in the future. As for the dowry in her hand, the Gu family will not let it go easily. Xiao Fuguang met Gu Chuan's eyes and hid pitifully in Liu Yue's arms.
Liu Yue hugged Xiao Fuguang, protecting her tightly, and looked at Gu Shan and spoke loudly.
"General Gu, you said that we shouldn't hit people in public, but you mean it's okay to hit people in private?"
"My young lady was protected by so many adults today, and loved by so many ladies, yet she was beaten half to death by General Gu. If your Gu family had done this behind closed doors, would it have directly cost our young lady her life?"
As he spoke, he looked at everyone again.
"My Lords, Ladies, and all the elders and fellow villagers present, I believe you all have sharp eyes. You have all seen the harm the Gu family has done to my young lady today. If we don't divorce, I'm afraid my young lady will be killed quietly by the Gu family."
"General Xiao and Major General Xiao both died in battle. I beg you all to help my young lady today, considering the Xiao family's dedication to defending our country for so many years."
Everyone started talking again after hearing this. Gu Chuan looked like he wanted to kill Miss Xiao just now. If Miss Xiao continued to stay in the Gu family, she would probably be doomed to fail.
At this time, Zhuang Linan, who had been afraid, finally came to her senses and spoke hurriedly.
"Sister-in-law, there are always bumps and bruises in the life between husband and wife. You must not act on your anger. This divorced woman is losing face."
Gu Chuan also came back to his senses.
"Xiao Fuguang, I've already apologized to you, what else do you want?"
"I'm telling you, there's no way you can get a divorce. If you keep messing around, I'll give you a divorce letter. You'll be abandoned and become a homeless woman."
Mrs. Gu also echoed.
"Fuguang, you've been making a fuss for quite some time now. It's time to calm down. If you're really divorced by Chuan'er, you might not be able to survive in this imperial city."
This group of people are still so delusional. Liu Yue's eyes are full of anger. Xiao Fuguang's eyes flash with a chill. He glanced at Madam Gu. Even after being reborn, the shamelessness of this family still refreshed his cognition.
Suddenly a loud shout was heard.
"The Xiao family welcomes the eldest daughter of the Xiao family home and sends the loyal and brave marquis off on his final journey."
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