Ch 98: Even If She’s Not My Mother, I Will Still Take Care Of Her!
Whether or not she’s biologically related doesn’t matter that much now, after all, Wang Cuie treated her very well and fulfilled a mother’s responsibility.
If not for her, the original owner would have found it even harder to survive in this home.
Wang Cuie was naturally deeply moved after hearing what she said.
“Mingyue, my child…”
Wang Cuie hesitated again. She already felt she was adding trouble for Shen Mingyue, and now that she knew she wasn’t Shen Mingyue’s biological mother, she felt even more uncomfortable.
She had so many children, and instead of relying on her biological children for support in old age, she was relying on Shen Mingyue to take care of her, which was unreasonable.
But it was a well-planned matter, and if she suddenly changed things now, she wouldn’t know what to do.
The only thing she could do now was not to add trouble for Shen Mingyue, and to act according to her cues.
After all, she didn’t just come back for herself today, but also for Shen Mingxia.
With her ability, she certainly couldn’t save her daughter, and she couldn’t just watch Shen Mingxia get married off by Shen Fuzhu at will.
This was something Shen Fuzhu never expected. He thought that once he revealed this secret, Shen Mingyue would definitely ignore Wang Cuie.
After all, according to normal people’s thinking, if they weren’t biologically related, why would she take care of her? She’s not a sucker.
“Shen Mingyue, are you crazy? Wang Cuie is not your biological mother, yet you’re still supporting her in old age? What are you thinking?”
Then, he looked at Gu Yuanzhou who was standing beside her.
“She’s acting recklessly, and you’re following suit? She’s just a girl, barely able to support herself, if you bring such a burden back, it will be a problem for your Gu family. Son-in-law, you can’t let her act recklessly!”
Shen Fuzhu saw that Shen Mingyue was unyielding, so he could only ask Gu Yuanzhou to intervene.
But he didn’t know how close the couple was. For Gu Yuanzhou, even if Wang Cuie was just a relative, as long as Shen Mingyue wanted to take care of her, he would fully support her, let alone Wang Cuie’s kindness in raising Shen Mingyue.
This just shows that Shen Mingyue has a conscience and is a good comrade who repays gratitude.
“What recklessness? Since Mingyue wants to take care of her, our Gu family will support all her decisions.”
Gu Yuanzhou’s words were incredibly domineering, as if Shen Mingyue had a lot of say in the Gu family.
Shen Mingyue glanced at Gu Yuanzhou, feeling extremely satisfied. When a couple works together, the worst thing is when one of them undermines the other outside. As long as they are united, they can accomplish anything.
“You! You! You’ve gone mad, both of you!”
Shen Fuzhu was furious. He no longer expected Shen Mingyue to take care of them, he just wanted to keep Wang Cuie to work as a servant.
After scolding Shen Mingyue and the others, Shen Fuzhu couldn’t help but try to shake Wang Cuie’s resolve.
“Wang Cuie, think carefully. You’re not her biological mother, and now that she says she’ll take care of you, she might not in the future. Don’t end up dying outside with no one to bury you. I’m not holding a grudge. As long as you behave now and stop associating with that ungrateful person, you’ll still be a member of the Shen family. At worst, I won’t hit you anymore. Isn’t that enough?”
Shen Fuzhu thought that after saying all this, Wang Cuie would be grateful to him.
But he underestimated Wang Cuie’s determination. After a trip to the city, Wang Cuie had broadened her horizons.
Even if Shen Mingyue didn’t take care of her, she had the ability to support herself. At worst, she could go out and work.
Even if life was harder, it would be better than staying in the village.
“Even if I die outside with no one to bury me, I still want a divorce from you. Dying outside is better than being beaten to death by you. I don’t believe a word you say. Let’s go, let’s get the procedures done.”
Wang Cuie wasn’t crying or making a fuss. What’s the use of crying? It only makes her look weak.
Seeing Wang Cuie’s performance, Shen Mingyue was satisfied.
Shen Mingliang and his brother looked at Wang Cuie with hatred in their eyes. Shen Mingyan was also displeased. Only Shen Mingxia, although her eyes were red, was secretly happy for her mother in her heart. It was good that she could leave this family; she knew what kind of miserable life she had lived in the Shen family.
But after her mother’s divorce, her life might become even harder.
Thinking of this, she couldn’t help but sigh.
Shen Mingyue had noticed Shen Mingxia. Seeing her appearance, she spoke directly, “Mingxia, they want to marry you off. Do you want to get married?”
Shen Mingxia was surprised. How did she not know she was supposed to get married?
“Sister? Who said I’m getting married?”
Shen Mingyue understood immediately.
“They sent a telegram saying they want to marry you off. Didn’t they tell you?”
Shen Mingxia panicked and looked at Shen Fuzhu helplessly.
“Dad, which family did you say it was?”
Shen Fuzhu was annoyed. Hearing her question, he retorted irritably, “It’s definitely a good family for you. Wang Lao Liu from the next village. If you marry him, you can eat meat. Just be content.”
When Wang Cuie heard it was Wang Lao Liu, she felt dizzy, her teeth chattering in anger.
“Shen Fuzhu, you beast! Don’t you know that Wang Lao Liu beat his wife to death? He hasn’t been able to find a new daughter-in-law for so many years, and you actually want Mingxia to marry him? Do you want her to die?”
The villagers also scolded Shen Fuzhu for being shameless. How could anyone harm their biological daughter like this? He’s really a terrible person.
But Shen Fuzhu didn’t care. He couldn’t control Shen Mingyue, but couldn’t he control Shen Mingxia? He’s her father, and he could marry his daughter off to whomever he wanted.
Wang Cuie wanted a divorce from him? After the divorce, she would have no right to interfere.
“Then don’t interfere. She’s my daughter, Shen Fuzhu’s daughter. Since ancient times, marriage has been decided by parents. Since you want a divorce from me, don’t interfere in this matter.”
Shen Mingxia couldn’t hold it in anymore and sat on the ground, her face pale.
Wang Cuie felt heartbroken and rushed over to help her daughter up.
“Mingxia, don’t be afraid. Your sister said, as long as you’re willing, she’ll take you away with her.”
Hope flashed in Shen Mingxia’s eyes, “Really?”
Shen Mingyue also walked over.
“Really. As long as you’re willing to go with me, I will help you. Are you willing to get married?”
Shen Mingxia quickly shook her head, “Sister, I don’t want to get married, and I don’t want to marry Wang Lao Liu. I’ll die if I marry him!”
At this point, Shen Mingxia was so excited that she almost knelt down to Shen Mingyue.
“Sister, take me away. I’ll be your cow and horse to repay your kindness.”
She had been desperate, but now a lifeline had appeared, and she naturally held on tight.
Seeing her like this, Shen Mingyue felt pity and sighed, patting her hand.
“Don’t worry, I’m here, don’t be afraid.”
Seeing them act in concert, completely ignoring him, Shen Fuzhu was furious.
“Don’t go too far! I raised her since she was little. She could have gotten married and brought in a bride price. Why would you take her away? That’s not reasonable!”