Chapter 451 - 442: About to Give Birth
Chen Afu chuckled, taking out a handkerchief to wipe the sweat off Chen Yulan’s forehead. He said, "Indeed. It is effortless to add icing to a cake, but harder to provide warmth when it’s cold. One sees a person’s true character at times of hardship..."
Chen Yulan sat for a while and then bade Chen Afu farewell. Chen Afu did not hold him back, as he had to return to attend some guests.
Chen Afu would later deeply regret not having gone to the Chen Mansion that day to witness the exciting scene.
When Chen Yulan returned home, he saw absolutely no one in the courtyard. All the guests had left.
A servant reported in a low voice, "Several elders from the old village have come, they say they’re here to divorce Madam. All the guests have left and the master is discussing matters with them in the outer study room."
Upon hearing this, Chen Yulan kept a calm face, but inside, he felt a tinge of glee. He knew such emotions were improper and unfilial, but he just couldn’t help but be pleased.
Last year, upon hearing about the incident involving Madam Zhao, Mr. Chen from his old home expressed great concern. Learning that Madam Zhao had committed so many evil deeds, sabotaging Chen Shiying’s future, and even being implicated in the death of Mr. Chen, their ancestor was outrageously furious. Chen Shiying was the pride of their clan, they would never tolerate Madam Zhao harming him. At that time, he wanted to bring the clansmen to Dingzhou and represent the family to divorce her.
But, Uncle Chen, the clan leader, considered more and noted that they weren’t sure if Chen Shiying had committed any other illegal activities, and the severity of his alleged crimes. If his felonies were serious enough to involve the clan members, they should not rush into things.