Chapter 1652: Chapter 1080: Unexpected (2)
"No way, right?" Chuxia looked at Li Aiyuan with some uncertainty. In her memory, although her aunt could be stubborn at times, she wasn’t someone who couldn’t live without a man. How could she not go on?
"She’s very concerned about her reputation," Li Aiyuan sighed. "She’s always considered herself the eldest daughter of the Zhao family, and even if she couldn’t bring honor, she shouldn’t become a burden."
"How could this be called a burden?" Chuxia frowned, "Precisely because uncle is around, we can’t help her. If uncle were gone, it would be easier to handle, anyway. Jinsong is close to aunt. If we could really sever the relationship with that father-daughter duo, it would truly be a cause for celebration!"
Zhao Yulan shrugged at Li Aiyuan: "Caught on, huh? That’s the result when you seek her suggestion."
"Sigh..." Li Aiyuan smiled wryly, "Indeed, people of their generation can’t understand the thoughts of ours. Summer, your aunt isn’t unable to live without uncle; she’s afraid that the bad reputation of divorce will affect the reputation of you young ones.
Your husband’s family is good, they don’t mind these things, but she doesn’t know that. She just thinks that if your husband’s family finds out, you won’t be able to lift your head in your husband’s family in the future, she thinks the same for Qiliang, Qihui, Qiyan, Xiaoqing."
"Why don’t we just explain it to her?"
"How to explain? Even if you manage to explain it on your end, what about the others? Fine, let’s take a step back, suppose Qiliang and Qihui could be explained, but what about Qiyan and Xiaoqing? They both haven’t settled yet, how do you explain it to your aunt?"
Chuxia sighed helplessly: "That’s why I said, don’t ask me for advice. In my opinion, it’s impossible to not want a divorce, and also want aunt to live well without affecting anyone."
"Yulan, do you have any thoughts?"
Zhao Yulan shook her head: "Suddenly learning about this, my head is all muddled; how could I have any ideas? I really can’t imagine such an old-fashioned and conservative brother-in-law could do such a thing.
I always thought even though my sister didn’t marry the most satisfactory man, my brother-in-law was honest and capable, and even if he occasionally calculated a little bit, it was still bearable.
But who would’ve thought, suddenly, he could do such a shameful thing? Hasn’t he always valued face more than life? Sigh..."
"I think he probably believes others don’t know, or he believes everyone thinks he has nothing going on with that woman. Of course, there’s also the possibility that there’s indeed nothing..." Chuxia shrugged, "After all, what we’re hearing is just gossip. Aunt, I actually think you should find a few more people to inquire and gather information before deciding what to do."
"Coming back to such matters is really quite distressing..." Li Aiyuan couldn’t help but sigh heavily again, "Honestly, I’m sure Gangshun and Cha Xiang already know about this, just the thought makes me feel ashamed."
"You see, you see..." Chuxia looked helplessly at aunt, "Earlier you said aunt would feel ashamed too, didn’t you also think the same way? It’s no wonder aunt is so conflicted."
"Haha..." Li Aiyuan laughed sheepishly, "Even though I say that, if Yuying really wants a divorce, I totally wouldn’t blame her for affecting the kids’ reputation.
Moreover, even if uncle has impacted our family’s reputation, as long as he is willing to mend his ways and live well with aunt, I can completely forgive him."
"Should... aunt and mom go talk to that woman? Tell her to keep her distance from uncle in the future? If she doesn’t listen, then threaten her a bit?"
"If you do that, aunt will definitely find out."
"Aunt, is it possible to keep aunt in the dark?" Chuxia rolled her eyes, "Your idea is too optimistic. I actually think you and mom should talk to aunt directly, make a decision with her, and, to save face, pretend you never told me, and I’ll pretend I don’t know either."
The sisters exchanged a glance, both feeling a bit persuaded.
After chatting for quite a while without any solution, they indeed realized that what Chuxia said might be the only feasible way. To keep Zhao Yuying in the dark was impossible unless they pretended to know nothing and completely stayed out of it.
But they couldn’t stand by and watch Zhao Yuying being bullied.
Besides, only several months have passed and Zhao Yuying has become so haggard. If this goes on and she collapses, they would truly regret without a place to lament.
Having discussed, Li Aiyuan anxiously wanted to go back.
But the two little ones loved the scenery of the orchard and refused to leave, especially Beibei the little rascal, hugging a small tree without letting go. His little face pressed against the trunk, blinking his big eyes with a look of grievance. No one could bear to pull him away from the tree.
"Aunt, why don’t you and my mom head back first? It’s just you two going anyway; I’ve already told Wang Zhongliang, he’ll cooperate if you need a car, and whether I go back or not doesn’t matter.
Better yet, have Sister Qihui and Jinsong come to the orchard to find me. We can pick some grapes together, when these two rascals have had enough fun, we’ll go back together."
Seeing the two little ones looking at her earnestly, Li Aiyuan’s heart was about to melt; how could she possibly refuse? She immediately nodded in agreement, saying if the two kids liked it here, they could continue to play tomorrow...
Chuxia shook her head helplessly; aunt really was distressed and muddled by the situation with her aunt. Tomorrow is Longlong’s Hundred Days banquet. If she takes the two kids to the orchard, it would really be a big headache...(The novel "First Married, Deeply Loved" will have more fresh content on the official WeChat platform, and there will also be a 100% prize draw gifts for everyone! Open WeChat now, click the "+" icon at the top right, search for the official account "qdread" and follow it quickly!)(To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation tickets, monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please read on m.qidian.com.)
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