Chapter 848: Family Reunion
Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Zhang Mei could not bear to hear such words. Originally, the Gong couple had been waiting for Lin Miao to be released from prison so they could divorce Gong Zhan and make other plans. Now, with the addition of Gu Zi, everything was in chaos!
Her face darkened, her words harsh, “My Miaomiao is in prison because of Gu Zi. If it weren’t for Gu Zi deliberately escalating the situation, my Miaomiao wouldn’t need to be in jail. It’s all because of that despicable Gu Zi.”
Seeing Zhang Mei curse her adopted daughter in such a way, the surrounding people raised their eyebrows in surprise. Aunt Wang was also taken aback. Was this the Zhang Mei she knew?
Zhang Mei had always been foolish, prone to stirring up trouble and easily provoked. But on the surface, she had always maintained a decent demeanor, never resorting to foul language for the sake of face.
What had happened today? In front of so many people, she had actually uttered such offensive words.
Perhaps it was because she had been having a fierce quarrel with Gu Shan. She had heard that Gu Shan had been away from home for a long time under the pretext of participating in a major drill. Coupled with the Gong family’s clear intention to divorce, Zhang Mei’s resentment was probably heavier than a ghost’s. No wonder she disregarded her own dignity. This family was truly interesting!
Aunt Wang had been feeling wronged and was now cleaning toilets at the police station, unable to return to her previous position. Seeing the jokes of the Gu family and their adopted daughter had already brought her much joy. She was not doing well, but now the Gu family and their adopted daughter were doing even worse, which made her feel much better.
However, Zhang Mei did not consider Aunt Wang’s true intentions. She had been holding back for a long time, and now, taking the opportunity to mock her adopted daughter, she couldn’t stop once she started. She didn’t even notice that Mrs. Chen had just passed by with a group of soldiers.
Aunt Wang reminded her, “Zhang Mei, Mrs. Chen has gone out with some people. They said they were going to help Gu Zi find her child. Look.”
Following the direction of Aunt Wang’s finger, Zhang Mei indeed saw Mrs. Chen and her daughter, leading a group of soldiers out of the main gate. She didn’t care about the people here and hurriedly chased after them, “In-laws, what’s going on? Where are you going?”
Mrs. Chen turned around, saw Zhang Mei, and her expression was cold. She didn’t want to say much to her and simply said, “We’re going to help Gu Zi find her child.”
After saying this, Mrs. Chen turned to leave, but Zhang Mei shamelessly chased after her again, “I heard that the police have already been notified. There’s no need to trouble you, in-law. It’s just a country child, there’s no need to alarm you. It’s all Gu Zi’s fault for not watching her child properly.”
Upon seeing her persistent obstruction and hearing her harsh words, even the most patient person would lose their temper. Mrs. Chen, unable to bear it any longer, shook off Zhang Mei’s hand and retorted angrily, “Please stop calling me your in-law. Allowing Lin Miao to marry Gong Zhan was the biggest mistake I’ve ever made. I regret it every day. Don’t try to stop me from helping Gu Zi. I was blind to have given up on Gu Zi, a true gem, and chosen Lin Miao instead.”
After a pause, she continued, “Today, in front of everyone in this courtyard, I reiterate that the marriage between Gong Zhan and Lin Miao is untenable. They must divorce, whether they want to or not. I heard some of the insults you hurled at Gu Zi. I have a word for you too. It seems that Lin Miao didn’t become so bad because she grew up in the countryside, but rather because she takes after you. The root of the problem lies with you.”
With that, Mrs. Chen, without looking back, pulled her daughter into the car and drove off, leaving Zhang Mei standing there, too stunned to pay attention to the mocking laughter of the surrounding people.
She was frustrated and regretful. Damn it, she had blurted out her true feelings, and Mrs. Chen had heard everything. What was she to do now? Mrs. Chen had just said that Gong Zhan was definitely going to divorce Lin Miao. What would become of her dear Miaomiao?
No, they couldn’t divorce. She had to find the army, find Gu Shan, and ask him to find a solution. Lin Miao was his daughter; he had to save her and preserve this marriage…
On the other side, the children had been returned to Jifu New Village and reunited with their families. The moment Su Li ran up to her, Gu Zi’s tears burst forth. She squatted down and hugged him tightly, apologizing, “I’m sorry, I should have taken better care of you. I shouldn’t have dozed off.”
Seeing his mother cry, Su Li felt a pang of heartache. He had initially been quite happy about returning to his old home, but now he realized how dangerous the situation had been. If the traffickers had really taken them away, he would never see his mother, brother, or sister again. “Don’t cry, Mom. You didn’t let me down,” he sobbed.
Su Bing also ran over, hugging his brother and mother, and apologized to his brother, “I’m sorry, Su Li. It’s all my fault. I shouldn’t have been so engrossed in my book that I let you and Gao Ming wander off to play alone. Jiang Nuan had the foresight to accompany you to pick up the kite, but I didn’t think of it.”
He felt utterly useless. How could his studies be more important than his brother? Su Bing made a silent vow. No matter where he went or what he did, he would stick to his brother like glue, always keeping part of his attention on him. He would never let his brother face danger alone again.