Farm Tough Girl
Chapter 452 - 452 453 Expansion_1

Chapter 452: Chapter 453 Expansion_1 Chapter 452: Chapter 453 Expansion_1 “What did she deceive you with?”

“I was originally going to marry the youngest daughter of the Chen Family, Chen Yuhua, who is also her little aunt. I had already given her three hundred taels of silver, and she promised to bring the person to me last night. But when I woke up this morning, I found out that the person who had been with me in the bridal chamber was not Chen Yuhua, but this woman. She must have wanted to climb the social ladder by marrying someone of high status and deliberately switched places to present herself. My house has never lacked beautiful women, so why would I have any interest in this sort of goods?!”

Zhang De spoke with reason and evidence, obviously not putting Wang Yufang in his eyes at all.

When Wang Yufang heard this, she immediately became furious, “How can you say you’re not interested in me? If you weren’t, how come you slept with me last night?”

The crowd was in an uproar, it turned out there was another reason behind this case. Just as Chen and Chen Dashu arrived, they nearly vomited blood upon hearing these words.

Chen scolded her directly, “You shameless woman, not only did you tarnish the reputation of our Chen family with your adultery, but you also dare to scheme against my daughter. She is a young lady of the Chen family; what right do you have to sell her? Do you really think I am just decoration as the head of the family? I am not dead yet!”

Having said that, he went straight up to Wang Yufang and slapped her across the face.

Wang Yufang shuddered with fright and hurriedly leaned towards Chen Dashu, “Dashu, your father is going to kill me, stop him quickly!”

But at this point, Chen Dashu was no longer listening to her. He used to do everything she asked, but today, his disappointment had reached its limit. Wang Yufang had slept with another man and even thought about targeting his sister—no man could tolerate being provoked by a woman like this, and he stepped aside as well.

Chen Dashu bowed to the County Chief, “Lord Lu, I have already drafted the divorce papers. From now on, Wang Yufang has nothing to do with the Chen family. I implore you to see through this matter. Whatever you decide to do with this woman, we will abide by your judgment.”

Wang Yufang cursed loudly, “Chen Dashu, you’re not human, turning your back on me now, I’m your wife!”

Chen glared and scolded her again, “Don’t sully the good name of the Chen family; our family would be ruined if we had a wife like you!”

Wang Yufang wanted to make more of a scene, but she was subdued by the government officers, and Chen and Chen Dashu were removed from the court.

This case was complex it involved Chen Yuhua and other matters, requiring further evidence collection. But it was also simple: it was just a case of adultery.

However, Muniang had already told Lord Lu in advance that this could be treated as a case of adultery. After all, neither of these two were good people, and did the specifics of the crime really matter?

More importantly, adultery was a crime with clear evidence, but if Chen Yuhua were also involved, that would make collecting evidence much more troublesome.

Lord Lu was also disgusted with the two of them and saw no point in dragging more people into this, so he took the liberty of dispensing private justice and slapped the shocking hall wood, “Defendants Zhang De and Wang Yufang, you are charged with the crime of adultery. Penalty: fifty heavy strikes for each.”

Lord Zhang spoke in agony, “My Lord, I truly did not commit adultery with this woman; why would I be interested in a woman like her?”

Wang Yufang was also infuriated and shouted at Zhang De, “Don’t get too cocky. How am I inferior to that woman Chen Yuhua? And you still dare say you’re not interested in me! If you’re not, then why did you sleep with me?”

A burst of laughter erupted from the crowd, and Lord Zhang’s face turned red with anger. He really hadn’t seen such a brainless woman before!

The two of them hurled insults at each other, but it wasn’t until they were dragged out to be paddled that they truly understood pain. That beating nearly took half their lives away!

Once the case was closed, Muniang promptly sent someone to bring Chen Yuhua back. The Chen Family didn’t have anyone to take care of her, and she was worried.

With all the commotion caused by Wang Yufang’s case, Chen Yuhua couldn’t recover in peace. Muniang guessed her illness would be prolonged, and she was still hoping that Yuhua could perform before the closing of “Journey to the West.”

This time, Muniang was determined not to let the Chen Family take Chen Yuhua back again.

The Chen Family was extremely grateful. They really hadn’t expected Qiao Muniang to treat their Yuhua with such consideration. They didn’t realize how important Chen Yuhua was to Qiao Muniang, as one of her key actresses.

Though Muniang had recruited many female actresses, not one could take Chen Yuhua’s place. No one else could perform the role of Little Dragon Girl as well as she could, not to mention the several upcoming plays in which Muniang needed such a celestial character.

“Lady, you’ve troubled yourself for me again,” Chen Yuhua herself was embarrassed.

Muniang simply said, “You just concentrate on getting well, and don’t worry about anything else. Recovering quickly will be thanks enough for me. Forget your brother’s issues and your sister-in-law’s. These things are in the past, and dwelling on them won’t do your health any good.”

Chen Yuhua nodded, “Hmm, I understand.”

Muniang sighed and said wistfully, “If you don’t rest properly, I’ll end up overwhelmed with “The Condor Heroes” opening again in a month’s time.”

Chen Yuhua hurriedly said, “It won’t happen, I’ll really take care of myself.”

Muniang smiled and replied, “We have an agreement then. You rest up well.”

Suddenly, Chen Yuhua blurted out, “My father said… My sister-in-law… Wang Yufang was originally planning to send me to Lord Zhang’s bed, but why did she suddenly change her mind?”

Muniang blinked and responded, “I was wondering about that too. Maybe the heavens have eyes and couldn’t stand it anymore.”

Chen Yuhua was stunned by the explanation, “Can the heavens really help with changing people?”

“Well, it’s hard to say,” Muniang chuckled, not planning to tell Chen Yuhua too much. Whenever Yu Ze had a hand in matters, she preferred keeping others in the dark, because they would question what kind of powerful figure could help her to such an extent. If Yu Ze’s identity was revealed, she doubted she would have peaceful days ahead.

With the year-end approaching and “Journey to the West” nearing its conclusion, Muniang had initially planned to have “The Condor Heroes” follow immediately after. But since Chen Yuhua’s injuries hadn’t healed completely, she decided to postpone the play until spring of the following year, making it the opening play of the season. She would give the cast a few days off during the New Year period to rest, as they had indeed worked hard for a long time.

Muniang had already made up her mind. After the New Year, she would expand Mei Garden’s business in Qinghua City, opening branch houses. Mei Garden could be prosperous in Chatu Town, but it was just a small local business. To really make big money, expanding its territory was essential. Muniang had discussed this matter with Madam Liu long ago, and the Yuyang Embroidery House would have to expand as well.