Their biggest concern is the impact on their reputation caused by the divorce.
After all, wealthy families generally value these things.
"Okay, let's go then. Remember not to throw a tantrum. Let's talk this out slowly."
"Xiaohong, you shouldn't go."
Mr. and Mrs. Duan had a good plan, but when they arrived at the Mei family and explained their purpose, Mei Zhong, who was usually honest and simple, became unusually angry.
"You've gone too far! How can you just decide to divorce me like that? Even if we're going to separate, it should be a divorce, and you should return all the betrothal gifts!"
Separation or reunion?
Let's start dreaming.
What Duan Xiaohong and her family have done makes them hardly deserving of the words "reunion and divorce."
The only solution is to divorce her!
Mother Duan was displeased: "Father-in-law, my Xiaohong has called you 'Dad' for so long, don't you feel any affection at all?"
There always needs to be a reason for divorcing a wife.
Whatever the reason, it won't be a good reputation for Xiaohong.
"Feelings are mutual. Has your daughter given us even a shred of affection?"
Zhao questioned indignantly.
Since things have already escalated to this point and we're going to break up, what's the point of talking about feelings anymore?
Don't you find it ridiculous?
“My daughter served as your son’s wife for several months, and it’s impossible for the bride price to be returned to you just like that.”
"Alright, then let's report it to the authorities."
Zhao said, her whole body trembling.
Duan's parents were shocked. When did Mei Zhong and Zhao become so assertive?
No matter what was said next, Mei Zhong and Zhao refused to budge.
In the end, Mr. Duan lost his temper and said, "Fine, then let's just wait and see."
"Let's just wait it out, who's afraid of who? It's not like we're in a rush to marry off our daughter again!"
Zhao's attack struck Duan's mother and father in the lungs.
They are really anxious.
In the end, Mr. Duan could only back down with tears in his eyes.
"The bride price was eight taels and eight fen at the time, and I didn't ask for much. Five taels of silver, and I'd divorce her. That would have been the end of it."
Zhao said through gritted teeth.
In just a few months, three taels and eight ounces have been gone. Not counting the cost of the banquet, there are no six taels of silver left.
Duan Xiaohong is truly hateful!
"Divorce is not an option; a formal separation is necessary."
"Since you need our help, then be more courteous. Here's the deal: return our six taels of silver betrothal gift. We'll get a divorce. And our family guarantees we won't say a word to any outsiders, not a single syllable."
Zhao directly stated his final demands.
Mr. and Mrs. Duan gritted their teeth and began to bargain.
Ultimately, the price was set at a refund of seven taels of silver.
When Duan's parents left, they packed up Duan Xiaohong's clothes and belongings.
Can……
"Erlang, what are you doing? Move aside!" Zhao was a little anxious when she saw her second son blocking the Duan family's way.
This silly child, hasn't he thought it through yet?
Some things cannot be forced.
"Why didn't Xiaohong come? I want to see her." Erlang looked stubbornly at his former father-in-law and mother-in-law.
Even if they were separated, he wanted to hear Duan Xiaohong speak for herself, not have his parents relay the message.
It's as if this marriage has nothing to do with the two of them; it's just a matter between their elders.
This is not what he wanted.
"Erlang, let's part amicably. Why make things so awkward?"
Mr. Duan smiled broadly, as if he were very fond of this son-in-law.
Unable to bear it any longer, Mei Zhong grabbed Erlang and slapped him hard across the face, cursing, "You have no shame, but your mother and I do! Quiet down, or you might as well go and take the surname Duan."
Honest as Mei Zhong was, after this incident, he hated the Duan family to the core.
Seeing her son's sticky and mushy appearance only made her angrier.
The slap was extremely forceful, and Erlang's face swelled up quickly.
Duan's parents also took the opportunity to leave.
This time, Erlang did not stop him.
She just stood there silently and cried.
After a while, Zhao Di, Da Lang, and the others came out.
"Erlang, only by breaking up with her can you meet someone better."
That was all Zhao Di could say to persuade her.
Dalang also said, "This kind of woman is disrespectful to her parents, schemes against her sister, and is also bad to your sister-in-law. Even if she's good to you, she's not much better. Brother, let it go."
What's the point of someone who's completely useless keeping talking about what to do?
No matter how many reasons others may have, it is difficult for the person involved to let go immediately.
"I see."
Erlang kept his head down, making it impossible for anyone to see his face.
Zhao asked Zhao Di, "Are you leaving now?"
"Yes, Erming and I will leave tonight."
She should have left this afternoon if it weren't for dealing with Duan Xiaohong's matter.
Zhao was extremely worried, as if she had a thousand words to say, but in the end, she only had one sentence.
“Zhao Di, even if you really can’t have children and you’re sick… tell Er Ming, don’t scold or criticize you, just send you back with dignity. Your father, your two younger brothers, and I will support you. Okay!”
Zhao was worried that her daughter was thoughtful and would suffer in silence without telling her family.
Therefore, Zhao's words were meant to tell Zhao Di that no matter what, her family would always be her fallback plan.
Zhao Di's eyes reddened, and she nodded vigorously: "Yes, Mother, don't worry, I understand."
The night was deep, and the road ahead was uncertain.
But Zhao Di still walked forward without hesitation, because only by moving forward could there be hope.
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Shen Erming, Zhao Di, Shen Liuliu, and Shen Tiantian arrived in the capital at the end of October.
Upon arriving in the capital, the group stayed in a small courtyard arranged by the winery.
It's a rather secluded location, but very clean and quiet, with two plum trees in the courtyard.
Shen Liuliu said happily, "When winter comes and the plum blossoms bloom, we can smell their fragrance as soon as we open the doors and windows. That's wonderful."
Listening to Shen Liuliu's words, Zhao Di also felt that life seemed a little better.
Shen Erming said, "You three sisters can tidy up here. I'll go out and inquire first."
Not only do we need to inquire, but we also need to purchase some items.
Zhao Di was a little worried and instructed, "There are many powerful people in the capital. It doesn't matter if you are wronged, just don't act impulsively."
Nothing is more important than human safety.
Shen Erming's eyes were exceptionally gentle as he said, "Zhaodi, don't worry. Even if we really can't have our own children, it's okay. I still want you."
The tension that Zhao Di had been holding onto suddenly loosened.
Zhao Di covered her mouth and burst into tears.
"Silly wife, don't worry." Shen Erming patted his wife's head and left.
Shen Liuliu joked with Zhaodi: "Oh dear, Second Sister-in-law and Second Brother are really so affectionate. I think if it weren't for the two of us, he would have taken Second Sister-in-law with him."
"I wish I could put my second sister-in-law in my pocket and carry her with me all the time."
Zhao Di blushed slightly, her sadness instantly dissipating. She gave her a playful glare and said, "You naughty girl."
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