Chapter 396 - 395: Rumors
Chapter 396: Chapter 395: Rumors
Seeing his elder brother in a rage, Wei Hanliang sighed and said, "Brother, I’ll have a good talk with Xiangxin and get her to change her temper."
However, Wei Hanyou laughed sarcastically upon hearing this and said, "Has she ever changed her temper all these years? Do you think she’ll listen to you?"
Hearing these words, Wei Hanliang was left speechless.
He now felt very powerless, as over the years, the distance between him and his wife felt greater and greater. In the beginning, they could still exchange a few words, but in the end, their communication dwindled, and now Zheng Xiangxin had become irrational.
Thinking about Zheng Xiangxin’s insistence on those groundless things, Wei Hanliang only felt a headache. There was clearly nothing there, yet she insisted on believing it to be true. What could he do?
Seeing his younger brother in such a state, Wei Hanyou stopped talking and sighed, "It must have been hard for you to marry such a wife, but to be honest, why were you so insistent back then? What harm would it have done to tell the family about your difficulties? Although we were all in a bind at the time, as the saying goes, many hands make light work. We might have come up with a solution, but you just had to carry it all alone."
"Alright, brother, what’s the point in talking about this now? So many years have passed."
"Alright, alright, since you don’t want to hear it, I won’t say more. This time, we’ve really offended the Ding Family, but fortunately, you previously saved their eldest daughter and their granddaughter, so Mr. Ding might still show some leniency. Just handle your wife well in the future, and don’t let her cause trouble again, but..."
At the end, Wei Hanyou eyed Wei Hanliang skeptically and said, "There’s nothing between you and the Ding Family’s eldest daughter, right? Although sister-in-law is somewhat irrational, you must keep your conduct upright."
"Brother, where is your mind going? Do you not believe me?"
Seeing the helpless look on Wei Hanliang’s face, Wei Hanyou quickly waved his hand and said, "Of course, I believe you. I was just confirming. If anyone spreads rumors again in the future, I’ll definitely clear things up for you."
"Thank you, brother."
"Alright, alright, no need for thanks between us brothers. However, do clarify things on sister-in-law’s side and try to communicate more. Don’t let her act on impulse in the future."
Hearing these words, Wei Hanliang nodded and said, "Don’t worry, brother. I know what to do."
"I worry about everything else except your family matters. Ah... I’d be happy if you all could live well together."
After Wei Hanliang left, Wei Hanyou couldn’t help but sigh again before finally starting to handle the work at hand.
On the other side, similarly angry was Mr. Ding. When he learned of the rumors outside, he angrily slammed the table and said furiously, "It’s all due to that useless Wei Hanliang, can’t even control his own wife. Now look, it’s causing people to gossip about Yue Jun. Those who don’t know the truth might really think Yue Jun has something to do with him."
Seeing Mr. Ding so angry, Ding Yuejun quickly consoled from the side, "Alright, Dad, no one really said anything, they were just talking about Wei Hanliang’s wife."
"You’re still speaking up for him. Although they’re just discussing that Zheng Xiangxin, some people have gossiped about you too, saying that you knew Wei Hanliang for a long time, which is why his wife is jealous."
At this point, Yiyi also said, "Grandpa, wise people hear no rumors, so don’t be angry. In the end, it’s only bad for your own health. After a while, others will understand that there’s nothing between Mom and Uncle Wei."
Hearing his granddaughter’s words, Mr. Ding didn’t say more, only stating, "When your mother finds happiness again, people will stop spreading rumors."
"Dad... In the future, I’ll focus on my career and on watching Yiyi get married and have children. Please don’t randomly make decisions for me." Ding Yuejun had long given up on marriage and wasn’t thinking about finding another man.
But Mr. Ding frowned and said, "Do you mean my daughter, Ding Wenzhi, can’t find someone to marry? Rest assured, I’ll choose a good one for you."
"Dad..."
Ding Yuejun looked disapproving and said seriously, "I’m serious."
Hearing this from his daughter, Mr. Ding sighed, finally shook his head, and said, "Alright, it’s up to you."
After a few more words, Ding Yuejun and Yiyi returned to their own courtyard.
Yiyi hesitated for a while, finally looking at her mother and saying, "Mom, I don’t actually mind if you find another partner. Although my biological father wasn’t a good man, there are many good men in the world. If you find your happiness, I’d be happy for you."
Ding Yuejun was a bit surprised at her daughter but then said, "Yiyi, I really don’t want to consider such things now. Besides, it’s not just about wanting to find a good man; a good man won’t just appear. So don’t think too much about it. You and Tingyu should live well, and I’ll be at ease."
Seeing her daughter wanting to say more, Ding Yuejun continued, "Alright, Yiyi, leave my matters alone. You’ll start school soon, so focus on your studies."
Seeing her mother didn’t want to discuss further, Yiyi said nothing more.
Before Yiyi started school, Gu Tingyu took a rare day off to accompany the young girl to buy some study supplies.
"Let’s have dinner at our grandparents’ place later."
Hearing this, Yiyi smiled and nodded, "Sure, let’s go to the bookstore first to buy books, and then we’ll head over."
Once Gu Tingyu accompanied Yiyi to buy her things, the two headed to the grandparents’ home.
"Yiyi, you’re here, come to Grandma’s side."
Old Mrs. Gu was very happy to see Yiyi, waving her over and offering her lots of snacks.
"Thank you, Grandma."
Old Mrs. Gu laughed and said, "I’m just happy to have you visit. But soon you’ll be busy with school."
Hearing this, Yiyi smiled slightly and said, "Grandma, I’ll come see you on weekends."
"That’s wonderful, Grandma will hold you to that. You must visit often."
Yiyi quickly nodded in agreement.
Gu Tingyu, on the other hand, was busy peeling small walnuts for the girl. Seeing her eating like a chipmunk, he chuckled and ruffled her hair.
Seeing the couple’s affection, Old Mrs. Gu smiled and found an excuse to go to the kitchen, not wanting to disturb them.
Once lunch was ready, Old Mrs. Gu came out, and everyone happily ate together.
But the next day, Yiyi started school and learned that An Xueqing from the same dormitory had taken a break from school.
Tao Cuizhu sighed deeply when she found out, "I don’t know what An Xueqing is thinking, to give up school for acting."