Time has left its mark on her face; she is no longer young, but this face remains an indelible mark in his heart, one that can never be erased in this lifetime.
No wonder Yuan'er was so well-mannered, it turns out it was her!
All the regrets of this life seemed to be fulfilled at this moment! It turned out that she and he had always been bound together by an unbreakable bond. She did not become his beloved wife, but she silently protected his bloodline, even sacrificing her own flesh and blood. This affection was worth repaying for three lifetimes! Moreover, there was an even deeper blood connection between them.
"Mei'er, don't worry. That child has clear and bright eyes, and is a sensible and understanding person. She won't blame you!"
Jiao's mother paused in her kneading, turned her head slightly to look, and continued kneading the dough.
"Why did you suddenly come to Chongqing?"
More than 20 years later, a former couple was finally able to stand together calmly and reminisce.
Fu Ting coughed lightly, covering his mouth, and said calmly, "I sent people to keep an eye on Cheng Lan. I know she hired someone to deal with Yuan'er's adoptive mother. I wanted to come and stop her, but I was too late."
Jiao's mother finally stopped what she was doing and turned to look at Fu Ting.
"How long did it take you to travel from the capital to Chongqing?"
"Three days."
Jiao's mother stopped talking and continued kneading the dough.
Jiao Mu didn't say another word until the noodles were put into the pot.
Fu Ting couldn't help but look directly at Jiao's mother's face and said calmly, "Huai'er's biological father is Yuan'er!"
"I don't know Huai'er's biological father either... What did you say?" Jiao's mother suddenly turned around, looking at Fu Ting with shock in her eyes.
Fu Ting glanced back outside, stood up, walked to Jiao's mother, and said in a low voice, "When Yuan'er was investigating his origins in Huaigu Village, his half-brother poisoned him with a potent cold poison. There is no antidote for that poison; the only way to alleviate it is through sexual intercourse with a woman. Fu Zhi found a naive and innocent girl in the village and had an affair with Yuan'er. That naive girl is your daughter, Jiang Shan."
Jiao's mother covered her mouth, and almost fainted for a moment.
As the shimmering stars faded, Jiao's mother trembled and said, "That wretched child... how could he... how could he hurt my Shan'er like this... unfilial son, has he forgotten how I taught him? I will beat this wretched child to death...!"
As she spoke, Jiao's mother threw down the spatula and angrily turned to leave.
Fu Ting grabbed her arm, his dark eyes fixed on Jiao's mother's face, which was contorted with rage. "You can beat the son you raised to death however you want, I will not stop you. But you should think about Shan'er, and think about Huai'er. Does your daughter not want a doctor? Does your grandson not want a father?"
Enraged, Jiao's mother roared at Fu Ting, "That doesn't mean that wretched child can do such a heinous thing! Do you know what injustice my Shan'er suffered? Do you know how those villagers bullied my Shan'er? They drowned my Shan'er alive in the pond!"
“I know, I know everything, and Yuan’er knows it all too! Yuan’er lost his memory back then, and he returned to Huaigu Village to try and regain it. I just never expected something like that to happen… It’s all my fault. I failed to manage the illegitimate son in the manor properly!”
“Yuan’er was in a difficult situation at the time. He didn’t trust anyone in the manor! You should know that the son you raised is not the kind of irresponsible and irresponsible person. After what happened, he could have taken that woman and her family to a place where no one knew them and provided them with a life of comfort for the rest of their lives!”
“But he can’t! He’s afraid his half-brother will use that woman to target him, blackmail him, and control him at every turn. He’s afraid that if he loses the protection of the Minister’s Mansion, he will never be able to regain his memories!”
“Yuan’er guessed his background a long time ago, but he has kept it to himself until now. He has never thought of relying on me as his father. He doesn’t trust anyone. He only trusts himself and wants to use his own abilities to create a bright future for you!”
"After Yuan'er learned about Huai'er's background, he never dared to tell the truth because he was worried that Shan'er wouldn't forgive him, and he was afraid of losing Shan'er and the child! You should know Shan'er's personality; he's just like you...!"
Fu Ting's last words were tinged with deep melancholy and helplessness.
Jiao's mother was still furious, but she gradually calmed down.
She had raised her son, and as his mother, she knew his character better than anyone. Yet, she couldn't help but hate and resent him. She had witnessed the suffering her own daughter had endured, and she had cursed and resented the man who had hurt Shan'er a thousand times in her heart. She never imagined…
What a tragedy! Fate is cruel!
"My Shan'er...!" Jiao's mother pounded her chest repeatedly, bending over in unbearable pain.
Fu Ting helped Jiao's mother up and said with deep sorrow, "I'm sorry, Mei'er...!"
If I had known earlier that my son's adoptive mother was the person standing before me... No, there are no "ifs"!
Fu Ting closed his eyes and helped Jiao's mother sit down to the side.
"You've seen how absent-minded Yuan'er has been these past few days. He has to bear the consequences of his own actions. Shan'er's emotions are also a bit unstable; perhaps he's remembered something. These are turbulent times. Whether it's Yuan'er and Shan'er's relationship or Huai'er's background, let them face it themselves! Do you really think you, as his mother, can beat that rebellious son to death?"
...
When Fu Zhi reappeared in front of Fu Qiyuan and Jiang Shan, Jiang Shan clearly noticed that Fu Zhi had changed.
Seeing him kowtow and kneel before her with utmost respect and devotion, Jiang Shan felt something was off.
Especially when she saw Fu Qiyuan's face suddenly change color, she knew that Fu Qiyuan still disliked Fu Zhi.
She knew it was because of her.
But no matter what, Fu Zhi should have accepted her now. Besides, he had saved her and Jiang Huai's lives, so based on that alone, she couldn't really hold any prejudice against Fu Zhi.
When Jiao's mother brought Jiang Huai in, Fu Zhi's gaze fell on Jiang Huai, and the expression in his eyes became increasingly complicated.
Jiang Huai didn't feel uncomfortable at all about having a stranger in his home. He rushed towards Jiang Shan with his short legs, but accidentally tripped. In the instant he fell, Fu Zhi instinctively slid out and caught Jiang Huai in his arms, but his own head hit the ground hard, making him see stars from the pain.
Jiang Huai opened his big, bright, grape-like eyes, looked at the stranger in front of him, grinned, revealing a set of small white teeth, and said, "Thank you!"
Fu Zhi's tears flowed instantly. He hurriedly helped Jiang Huai up, bowing slightly and saying humbly, "Young Master, you're too kind. Please take it easy!"
Fu Qiyuan pursed his lips and said, "Go to the backyard and find Fu Shu, and have him arrange a place for you to stay."
Fu Zhi's eyes lit up, but he controlled his emotions well and said, "Yes, young master!"
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