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Chapter 281

Second Old Mistress Shi was reminded by her husband's words that day. When she regained her senses, she quickly suppressed her anger and smiled, "In-law, why are you in such a hurry? Won't it be clear whether this is true or not once our daughter-in-law arrives? We are also old people. Do you think we would tell such a lie that even a three-year-old child wouldn't be fooled by? In-law, you should sit down first! Even if we don't want to talk about it, we still have to talk about it clearly! "

Old Mistress Zhou sat down with a grunt and said, "You're right about the latter part! Even if we don't want to talk about it, we still have to talk about it clearly! At that time, my daughter was muddle-headed and entered your family. I won't mention this matter anymore. Serves us right for being unlucky. Who asked us to not figure out the situation clearly? But my daughter was wronged in your family, and now my son-in-law is in such a state! In-law, In-law, you have to give the Zhou family an explanation! "

Second Lord Shi was unhappy to hear that. He thought to himself, You still have the cheek to say that you've been talking about it for most of your life. Hmph, I think you're not as understanding as our daughter-in-law! What kind of nonsense is she spouting?!

However, Second Old Mistress Shi agreed and sighed, "What you said makes sense too! No matter whether we admit it or not, our Shi family has mistreated our daughter-in-law! "

Old Mistress Zhou raised her eyebrows in surprise and thought to herself, Did I hear wrongly? This shrew actually said that! Second Lord Shi and Old Master Zhou knew Second Old Mistress Shi well and could not help but feel puzzled.

"Hmph! It's good that you know! "Old Mistress Zhou sneered.

Look at how smug you are! You'll regret it in the future! Second Old Mistress Shi's heart was filled with hatred, but she still sighed, "I don't know when our Fengming will recover! If by any chance — — Ai, wouldn't that be harming our daughter-in-law! I think, why don't we just divorce! Let our daughter-in-law be free as soon as possible! "

"How can we do that!" Old Master Zhou said anxiously, "Everything is still unknown, our son-in-law's situation might not be that bad!"

"I think that's good!" Old Mistress Zhou was relieved and smiled, "We don't need the dowry, as long as my daughter can return safely, that's enough!"

"In-law, how can we do that!" Second Old Mistress Shi quickly said, "Of course, we will return all of our daughter-in-law's dowry. Other than that, we will also compensate you with an additional sum. Only then can we be at ease!"

"Since you're so considerate, then I'll thank you on behalf of my daughter!" Madam Zhou smiled.

Second Lord Shi pulled a long face. He wanted to refuse, but he realized that he was in no position to refuse. If they really delayed their daughter-in-law's life like this, the two elders of the Zhou Family would definitely not let it go!

Lord Zhou muttered to himself, "It's still not too appropriate, right? After all, my son-in-law is now seriously ill in bed. If my daughter were to leave him at this time, in the eyes of outsiders, wouldn't it be too heartless … "

Old Mistress Zhou's expression changed slightly and could not help but scold Second Old Mistress Shi for being vicious. Fortunately, her husband was meticulous, or else he would have fallen for this woman's trap! She was absolutely unwilling to ruin her daughter's reputation!

Second Old Mistress Shi was also cursing in her heart, thinking that the two of them were really scheming to want to keep their faces! Hmph, if it weren't for the fact that my son was fine, there would be no way for you to bring my daughter home!

At this moment, she did not want to be entangled with them, so she looked at Second Lord Shi and sighed, "Lord, let's be a good person until the end! Speaking of which, it's our family that has let down our daughter-in-law, so it's only right for us to do this for her! If we delay her life because of this, how can we be at ease! "

What could Second Lord Shi do in front of Lord Zhou and his wife? He was furious and thought to himself, You sure know how to be a good person! Why don't you think about your son? If it really comes to that, there won't even be a person to keep vigil for him! My poor son will be all alone in the netherworld, without a companion in the future!

Is this something that a mother like you should say?! Why haven't I seen you being so magnanimous before?!

Second Lord Shi was furious and sighed, "What you said makes sense. How about this, let's see what my daughter-in-law wants to do! I have no objections to her decision! "

His daughter-in-law was virtuous, at least he was very satisfied with her performance after her return this time. Since his daughter-in-law did not leave his son, he believed that she would not be willing to leave.

Second Old Mistress Shi frowned slightly. Old Mistress Zhou could not wait any longer and quickly nodded, "Lord Shi is right! Then let's leave it at that! Actually, you can't blame my daughter, it's my son-in-law who let her down first! Now that things have come to this, it's useless for her to stay! "

In Old Mistress Zhou's opinion, unless her daughter's brain was damaged, it was impossible for her not to be willing to leave. Who in the family did not treat her like a precious pearl, who could bear to let her suffer? Wouldn't that be better than being a widow at such a young age in the Shi family?!

"Lord Shi is right, then let's invite my daughter over! Let's clear up this matter, then we'll go and see my son-in-law! "Lord Zhou said.

Old Mistress Zhou glared at him and thought to herself, This old man really doesn't know how to talk! Once this matter is cleared up, what son-in-law will there be!

"Alright!" Second Lord Shi endured the unhappiness in his heart and thought to himself, 'Don't be happy too early, you'll know when your daughter-in-law comes!' After saying that, he ordered someone to call Zhou Jingyi over.

Zhou Jingyi was in a daze accompanying Shi Fengming in Bi Luo Pavilion's courtyard when a servant suddenly came to report that her parents were here. Zhou Jingyi was overjoyed and quickly left.

When she arrived at the hall, Zhou Jingyi's sharp senses felt that the atmosphere was a little off. Before she could greet her parents-in-law and parents, Old Mistress Zhou had already stood up and held her hand tightly. She looked at her nervously and asked, "Daughter, are you alright? Are you alright? "

"Mother!" Zhou Jingyi smiled and said, "I'm fine, what could be wrong? You and Father are finally here! I've been looking forward to seeing you two every day! "

Zhou Jingyi's words meant one thing, but to Old Mistress Zhou and Old Mistress Zhou, it had a different meaning. The two of them exchanged glances and Old Mistress Zhou nodded with tears in her eyes, "Good child, don't worry. We're here, leave everything to us!"

Zhou Jingyi was a little confused. Facing her mother's earnest gaze, she forced a smile and nodded.

Second Old Mistress Shi was a little impatient when she saw the mother and daughter complaining endlessly. She coughed and said, "Daughter-in-law, I called you over because I have an urgent matter for you to decide! Like I said before, Fengming is already in such a state, we don't want to hold you back. Since your parents are here, they're willing to take you back! Just nod your head and this matter will be settled! Don't worry, the Shi family will not mistreat you. I guarantee that you'll leave with your head held high! "

"Daughter-in-law," Second Lord Shi also said lightly, "Don't have any misgivings. Just speak your mind and I'll make the decision for you!"

Old Mistress Zhou was unhappy and said, "Old Master Shi, that's not right! The ones who should make the decision are us, her parents! "

Old Master Zhou also glanced at Second Lord Shi suspiciously and nodded his head at his daughter, "Xiao Yi, with Father and Mother here, you can say whatever you want. You don't have to worry about anything! Father and Mother have always doted on you and will definitely make the decision for you! "

Second Lord Shi was secretly annoyed and thought to himself, What do you two mean? Are you suspecting that we're secretly threatening our daughter-in-law?

Old Mistress Zhou quickly added, "What else is there to say? Of course my daughter will leave with us! That's for the best! "

"Daughter-in-law!" Second Old Mistress Shi was overjoyed. She glanced at Zhou Jingyi with the corner of her eyes slightly raised and a cold glint flashed across her eyes, "Your parents are right, you should go back with them! Let's part on good terms! This will prevent outsiders from saying that our Shi family is mean! In all honesty, when have we ever been mean to you? "

"My good daughter, don't worry your mother to death. Just say it! Father and Mother are the ones who are truly looking out for you! You're the apple of our eye. If you don't lead a good life, we won't be able to live peacefully for the rest of our lives! We won't be able to live peacefully even if we close our eyes in the future! "Old Mistress Zhou couldn't help but feel sad as she spoke.

"Mother!" Zhou Jingyi's nose turned sour and she cried.

How could she not know how much her parents cherished and cared for her? Her mother-in-law complained that she was useless and couldn't wait to chase her out of the house. Although her father-in-law would make the decision for her, how much would a man like him know about the inner courtyard? She couldn't possibly complain to him every day in the future, right? Even if he wasn't annoyed, who would she complain to? Complain to her mother-in-law? Wouldn't that be a joke? More importantly, her husband truly hated her from the bottom of his heart. No matter what she did, he would be indifferent. If he didn't see her, he would be a little happier. Why did she have to stay and make him feel uncomfortable? He was her parents-in-law's son and there were plenty of people to take care of him in the Shi Family. Her presence wouldn't make much difference!

After thinking about it, no matter how she looked at it, she should have left instead of staying! Zhou Jingyi secretly mocked herself. It had always been her own wishful thinking and taking things for granted! Everyone was right, only she was wrong!

"En!" Zhou Jingyi nodded and said, "Father, Mother, your daughter will listen to you! Your daughter will listen to you! Father-in-law, mother-in-law, I'm sorry, your daughter-in-law can't be filial anymore! Please take care of yourselves in the future! "

Old Master Zhou and Old Mistress Zhou heaved a sigh of relief and nodded with a smile. Old Mistress Zhou clapped her hands happily and said, "That's right! That's right! In the future, Father and Mother will definitely be fine — — cough, since that's the case, you should come back with us today! As for the dowry, we'll send someone to collect it after your household has checked it. What do you think, Father and Mother? "She didn't want any unforeseen events to happen!

"That's good too!" Second Old Mistress Shi was afraid that her husband would cause trouble again and quickly nodded. She sighed and said, "Daughter-in-law, don't say that. Take care of yourself in the future! Just forget everything that happened in the past. You're still young and still have many days ahead of you! "

"Do as you wish! I have nothing to say about this! "Second Lord Shi said coldly.

Old Master Zhou and Old Mistress Zhou didn't care about his expression. Especially Old Mistress Zhou, she smiled and greeted Second Old Mistress Shi while instructing Su Qing and Su Bi to pack up Missy's undergarments and send them to the carriage so that they could return to the household later.