“This is a bit tricky.”
Jiang Feng’s heart skipped a beat.
If she thought it was tricky, did that mean it was really difficult to handle?
“I need to prepare some things. Take these two talismans to the Jian family.”
Holding the talismans, Jiang Feng said solemnly, “Master, you must come tonight.”
“Mm.”
Under Jiang Feng’s reluctant gaze, Li Qiao went upstairs.
“Ancestral Master, oh Ancestral Master, please lend me your help tonight.” Li Qiao prayed before the ancestral tablet, then picked it up and prepared to leave.
When she came downstairs, Liu Yusi saw her and immediately stepped forward respectfully. “Qiaoqiao, let me pay my respects to the Ancestral Master.”
Li Qiao nodded. “Alright.”
After the worship, Song Xi arrived, holding her divorce certificate.
She had successfully divorced, and Liu Yusi was genuinely happy for her.
As the two chatted about the latest gossip in the Liu family, Li Qiao suddenly perked up with interest.
Right now, the Liu household was in complete chaos.
The Liu Residence.
After Liu Yusheng and Liu Yulan’s affair was exposed, Old Madam Liu couldn’t stand the sight of Liu Yulan.
“Mom… please have some tea.” Liu Yulan handed her a cup respectfully, hoping for forgiveness.
Furious, Old Madam Liu glared at her and knocked the cup away.
“Yulan… are you burned?” Liu Yusheng grabbed Liu Yulan’s hand worriedly, examining it carefully.
Liu Yulan said pitifully, “It’s nothing, Yusheng. It was my fault.”
“Old woman, that’s enough,” Old Master Liu said disapprovingly.
“Shut up!” Old Madam Liu snapped. “Those two got together—where does that leave the Liu family’s dignity? Do you have any idea how many people are waiting to laugh at us? After all these years of building up the Liu family’s reputation, if this gets out, it’ll be a disgrace!”
“Mom, why are you blaming Yulan? We’re truly in love. We don’t care what outsiders think,” Liu Yusheng retorted.
“So you’re throwing away the Liu family’s legacy?”
“Mom, I love Yulan. Our legacy means nothing compared to a single strand of her hair.” Liu Yusheng gazed at her tenderly.
Choosing beauty over duty, Old Madam Liu sneered. “I’m telling you now—if you dare stay with her, she’ll never set foot in this house again!”
At this, Liu Yulan’s eyes welled up. She tugged at Liu Yusheng’s sleeve and sobbed, “This is all my fault. I’ve brought you trouble. Yusheng, don’t argue with Mom because of me.”
“Yulan, you’re too kind.” Liu Yusheng pulled her into his arms, comforting her softly.
“Hah!” Old Madam Liu scoffed. “I never should’ve agreed to adopt you. You little vixen, all you know how to do is seduce men, humiliate this family, and ruin my son’s future.”
Hearing this, Liu Yusheng’s expression darkened.
“Mom, how can you talk about Yulan like that?”
“Why shouldn’t I?”
“Yulan is mine now. I won’t let anyone insult her.” His voice was icy, his gaze sharp.
“Oh? Still defending this little tramp? Have you forgotten your own surname? You’re a Liu!” Old Madam Liu mocked.
“Enough!”
Old Master Liu slammed the table and stood. “Woman, you’re getting more unreasonable with age!”
Scolded, Old Madam Liu was seething.
“Mom, Dad, no matter what you think, I’ve already divorced Song Xi. I’m marrying Yulan—she’ll be my only wife.” Liu Yusheng’s tone was resolute.
“I won’t allow it.”
“Mom… it doesn’t matter if you agree or not. We’ve already registered our marriage.” With that, Liu Yusheng pulled out their marriage certificate. He had arranged everything in one go—divorce and remarriage, a done deal.
He wanted to give Liu Yulan security. In his eyes, she was flawless.
“You disgrace!”
Old Madam Liu couldn’t hold back any longer. She rushed forward, ready to strike.
Slap!
The blow sent Liu Yusheng to the ground.
He glared at her furiously. “Mom, how dare you hit me?”
“I’ll hit you all I want! You’ve ruined the Liu family’s reputation!” She grabbed his collar, raising her hand again.
“Stop!”
Liu Yulan suddenly rushed over, blocking her.
She shielded Liu Yusheng and pleaded meekly, “Mom, please calm down. Yusheng and I will take good care of you in the future.”
Her submissive attitude only infuriated Old Madam Liu further.
“Pfah! Who wants a woman like you?” she spat disdainfully.
A shadow flickered in Liu Yulan’s downcast eyes, but she quickly resumed her docile act.
She turned to Liu Yusheng, asking worriedly, “Are you hurt?”
“I’m fine.” He shook his head.
Liu Yusheng looked at Old Madam Liu coldly. “Mom, if you can’t accept my relationship with Yulan, then I’ll have to cut ties with you.”
“You—!” Old Madam Liu was livid but powerless.
This unfilial brat had not only grown a spine but was now threatening her.
“Mom, don’t be angry,” Liu Yulan soothed, then said to Liu Yusheng, “Go rest. I’ll handle things here.”
“Alright. Take care of Mom.” With that, Liu Yusheng strode upstairs.
“You little slut, move!”
The moment he left, Old Madam Liu shoved Liu Yulan away and kicked her.
Liu Yulan couldn’t dodge in time and fell hard.
“Mom, I was wrong! Please forgive me!” She lay on the floor, weeping pitifully.
Old Madam Liu snarled, “You shameless wretch! How did our family end up with someone like you? I never should’ve taken you in!”
“Mom…”
Liu Yulan crawled to her feet, clutching at Old Madam Liu’s pants. “Mom, I’m Yusheng’s wife now. Can’t we just get along?”
“Get lost! The Liu family has no such disgraceful daughter!” She kicked Liu Yulan away in disgust.
With that, Old Madam Liu stormed out, leaving only Liu Yulan and Old Master Liu in the living room.
Liu Yulan, still alluring even in tears, sobbed like a delicate flower.
Old Master Liu’s heart ached at the sight. He sighed. “Yulan, you and Yusheng… this time, you’ve gone too far.”
Seizing the opportunity, Liu Yulan threw herself into his arms, crying softly. “It’s all my fault… I couldn’t help myself… Wuwuwu…”
Old Master Liu’s heart stirred. He held her close.
Liu Yulan smirked inwardly. Hmph, this old fool has always had a soft spot for me.
With him on her side, that old hag wouldn’t be able to drive her out. The Liu family’s fortune would be hers.
Somehow, news of the Liu family’s scandal had leaked.
Rumors began spreading through their social circles.
Nightfall.
The Jian Residence.
Jiang Feng sipped tea downstairs. He had already given the talismans to Jian Lanxin. As long as she kept them close, nothing should go wrong.
