Chapter 516: The Peasant Girl’s Splendid Manor
Chapter 516: Separation (3)
"Yes, it's better to do fewer shameful deeds to avoid passing down retribution to future generations! It's a pity for Wu Shi and her daughter. How will they live from now on?"
"Sigh..."
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As villagers cursed the Mo family and pitied the crumbling Wu shi and her daughter, they shook their heads in resignation.
"Humph, whatever happens, it's our Mo family's business. None of you have any say! If you're so kind-hearted, take these mother and daughter in, feed and clothe them! If not, shut your mouth!"
Hong shi's nostrils flared with anger as she listened to the villagers' discussions.
Those two worthless women were of no use at all. They wanted to stay in their home? Now that they finally rid themselves of this burden, even if they were cursed at, so what? Were they supposed to treat them like ancestors? What value was their reputation worth? It was their own fault for ending up like this. What did it have to do with her?
Hong shi's shameless words silenced the villagers. In these times, everyone's lives were difficult. Providing a meal or two for the mother and daughter was manageable, but more than that, they were genuinely unable.
Wu shi, though still looking weak, was extremely satisfied with the outcome. She and her daughter had finally escaped from the Mo family. Their reputation remained intact, and they gained the sympathy of the entire village. The suffering they endured earlier seemed worthwhile! If not for the circumstances, she wanted to laugh out loud.
In her sleeve, she tightly grasped the divorce document. She had put a lot of effort into obtaining this piece of paper. This time, if it weren't for her "injured" body and her daughter's "disability," those people wouldn't have easily given her the divorce document just to rid themselves of these "burdens."
Although Wu shi regretted losing a few silver coins, the thought of living freely with her children in the future made her regret disappear in an instant! From now on, she had no relation to this home that offered her no warmth! But thinking of the three children she couldn't take with her, Wu shi began to worry again, silently praying that her next plan would succeed.
Seeing the villagers rendered speechless, Hong shi strutted away like a victorious rooster. She spat in the direction of Wu shi and her daughter, brushed off imaginary dust from her clothes, slammed the door shut behind her, shutting out the nosy villagers and their disdainful looks.
"Sister Mo... Don't be sad. It's better to be away from such heartless people! If you and your daughter have nowhere to go, come stay at my house. I have an empty room. If you don't mind, come stay!"
A woman stepped forward, comforting Mo Wushi before inviting her and her daughter to her home.
Adding flowers to brocade is easy, but helping in times of need is hard!
Wu shi never expected such kindness from a woman she had only exchanged a few words with. Gratefully, she said, "Thank you, Sister, for your kindness. My daughter and I have a place to go. We won't trouble you by going to your house."
The woman didn't quite believe her, "Sister, don't fool me. Without any relatives, where will you go?"
Someone nearby chimed in, "That's right, sister. You and your daughter should go to Sister's house. When you recover a bit, you can find a more permanent place to stay."
Wu shi thanked them for their kindness and was about to say something when she saw Mo Yan and Li Xiu approaching with a door panel. A smile spread across her face.
Seeing them carry the door panel, everyone knew Mo Yan had come specifically to fetch them. Realizing how close their relationship had been, they suddenly understood and rejoiced for Wu shi and her daughter.
Mo Yan and the others indeed came for Mo Wushi and her daughter. After exchanging a few words with the villagers who came to greet them, Mo Yan and Li Xiu carefully lifted Mo Dani, who dared not move from where she lay, onto the door panel.
Thanking the villagers for their kindness in wanting to help, Mo Yan and Li Xiu carried Mo Dani towards their home, while Xin'er and Tang Xin supported Mo Wushi from either side.
Since they had played this act, they naturally had to play it well. Wu shi had just had a miscarriage!
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