"Hah, Old Sir Wu, I cannot agree with you."
Yan Jinsu waved away her husband’s hand resting on her shoulder, stepped forward two paces, and coldly retorted:
"No matter if it’s about benevolence, filial piety, righteousness, or morality, one should cultivate oneself before treating others with respect. Liu Dongzhu has shown unfilial and unrighteous behavior, and she deserves to face the consequences!
Either she goes to jail, at least for a year or more, to rectify her manners, or your grandson divorces her, letting her taste the bitterness of losing her husband!"
Yan Jinsu’s face was stern, not intimidated at all by Wu Youbai’s gravity.
In her eyes, Wu Youbai’s imposing aura didn’t put any pressure on her; instead, her piercing and sinister gaze startled Wu Youbai profoundly.
He hadn’t expected that this long-lost granddaughter found unexpectedly by Old Yan would possess such a demeanor and experience.
"Miss Yan, you must know that ’a shot arrow does not turn back’. Today you have me, the Wu Family, divorce Liu, and tomorrow, I won’t accept her back into the Wu Family."
The Wu family can’t afford such disgrace.
"Tsk, what does that have to do with me? Whether Liu Dongzhu is rich or poor results from her own actions. As for how the Wu Family ultimately deals with her, that’s entirely your personal affair. I’m too idle to bother myself with her life or death!"
What a headache! Yan Jinsu disdainfully concluded, feeling her scalp tingle from all the formal clichés spoken.
"..." Wu Youbai, rendered speechless by the sharp-tongued and persuasive Miss Yan of the Yan family, helplessly shook his head and sighed: "You girl, you’ve blocked every exit, either good or bad, sigh~~ it’s all fate.
If as per your wish, sending Ms. Liu to jail is too harsh on her. Her abnormal behavior was still for the sake of a Wu Family child. As you wish, I’ll divorce her. But, I will still arrange for her future needs, does this seem fair to you?"
"Hehe, Old Sir Wu must be joking. Isn’t this a joyous occasion for you and a clapping event for me? Then I should congratulate you, sir, on acquiring a new granddaughter-in-law. Congratulations, congratulations." Yan Jinsu performed the congratulations with a face devoid of a smile.
Yet, inside, she gained another level of understanding towards the shamelessness of the Wu Family.
It was apparent that her demand was something the Wu Family earnestly desired, and now they act reluctant? Such a blatant display of taking advantage while playing coy!
Hey, if she can’t do anything about the Wu Family openly, can’t she still take action against Wu Xuqiang?
"Enough, enough, I understand, no need to constantly remind this old man." Wu Youbai outwardly appeared reluctant, but internally, he was not at all unwilling. However, since his grandson still needed the Yan Family’s daughter for salvation, he had to suppress his frustration for now.
As for claiming to the family that he wouldn’t divorce Liu Dongzhu, he might as well not have mentioned that at all.
Even Song Cuiqin was utterly ignoring her previous stance, just quietly staying mute, not showing the slightest dissent.
"Well, then I must thank you, Elder, for your support." Yan Jinsu finished the verbal skirmish with Old Sir Wu in a neither servile nor overbearing tone, lifting her lips into a smile.
On the surface, she had won completely, but secretly, the Wu Family had gained all the benefits. Especially seeing the conduct of the Wu Family people, Yan Jinsu just sneered internally.
Just because they think it’s a benefit, it’s a benefit then? Hmph—
"Little sister!" Yan Jinchang looked helplessly toward Wu Youbai, his tough guy demeanor softening.
He knew in his heart that his little sister had deeply offended Old Man Wu.
"Enough, Commander Yan Rong, I understand," Yan Jinsu stared back fearlessly, asking him to step aside, and spoke to Wu Youbai:
"Old Sir Wu, I appreciate straightforwardness. Let’s all be clear, just finalize that divorce document today, bring it to me for review, and that will do.
Of course, at the same time, I will also prepare the prescription juice that Commander Wu Rong needs, ready for you to pick up. I hope the ’good news’ arrives soon, because, you see, the longer his illness drags on, the harder it is to heal!"
Yan Jinsu’s last sentence was not a threat; as if struck by a thought, she suddenly turned to Wu Huaimin and said:
"Mr. Wu, I heard that you are a reputable old doctor, so you surely understand that my detoxification is purely that, a detox. It should certainly not transform Commander Wu Rong’s condition into that of a healthy individual!
Don’t blame me for deceiving in my medical practice later! I can only detoxify and save lives, not nourish and heal."
This had to be stated openly to avoid later complaints about her not doing her best, she glanced at Yan Jinchang with self-deprecating humor, then spread her hands straightforwardly towards Wu Youbai:
"Old Sir Wu, I merely know about this poison and the antidote, but I truly am not skilled in treating illnesses! Though I am a daughter of the Yan Family, I also grew up in the countryside and never spent a day in school. My speech is crude, please forgive me, Old Sir Wu."
After all, she hasn’t formally reconciled with the Yan Family yet.
Though she has changed her name back, it’s merely because she has been using it for nearly thirty years, and is more accustomed to it; she naturally prefers using her original name over ’Zhang Shan Ni.’
"Not at all, I like your straightforwardness," Wu Youbai wasn’t offended at all, instead, seeing Yan Jinsu’s frank and agile demeanor, he was very pleased and even chuckled while caressing his white beard.
But from Yan Jinsu’s perspective, his action, similar to Wu Xuming adjusting his glasses, was merely a habitual gesture to mask his real emotions.
Yan Jinsu laughed it off and didn’t take it seriously. She nudged Yan Jinchang with the tip of her foot—here, he, familiar with the Wu family, merely responded with a helpless glare.
Luckily, Wu Youbai, knowing the three opposite him wouldn’t appreciate his company much longer, gradually showed signs of fatigue.
Xie Jingchen, quick to notice, immediately stood up to take his leave.
As soon as they left the guesthouse, Yan Jinchang softened, following closely behind Yan Jinsu, the tough guy instantly turning into a loyal hound, apologizing to Yan Jinsu: "Little sister, little sister, listen to me, I really didn’t mean to glare at or scold you, it was all an act, an act, you know?"
"Enough, little girl isn’t angry, you go on with your duties first, I will take her home," Xie Jingchen intervened, clearly wanting to send him away.
"Alright..." Yan Jinchang, seeing Yan Jinsu smile at him, nodded in relief, hesitantly looking at Xie Jingchen, reluctantly saying:
"Boss, be careful, make sure to safely get little sister home..."
Xie Jingchen listened, nodded grimly, "I know."
Seeing the boss’s uncompromising expression, Yan Jinchang could only leave reluctantly and unwillingly.