The Country Maiden: Fields and Leisure
Chapter 316 Swear to Heaven

Chapter 316: Chapter 316 Swear to Heaven

Originally, when she heard the commotion outside, how Brother Yongfu and a few children were desperately pleading to take her back, even suggesting to separate the family and live independently, she couldn’t help but feel ashamed and moved.

When Lady Lin heard the wavering words of her father-in-law, joy emerged in her heart for a moment, thinking there was a chance for things to turn around.

But the words of Old Granny Zhang made Lady Lin feel like she had fallen into an ice cellar.

She knew Wang Yongfu, and that as long as he had even a shred of conscience and filial piety, he wouldn’t dare to bring up taking her back again.

But she had changed! She really had changed!

Looking around at the familiar room, Lady Lin gritted her teeth, pushed the door open, and staggered a few steps to kneel in front of Old Granny Zhang: "Mother, I know I was bad before! I was unfilial, petty, loved to gossip behind your back, stirring up bad blood between Brother Yongfu and you, and I even secretly stashed away private money to help my natal family. Later on, when Brother Yongfu was injured, afraid of suffering and being a widow for life, I was swayed by a few words from my brother and sister-in-law, abandoned my principles, my husband, and my child, and like someone who had lost their mind, wanted to remarry to live a better life!"

"After experiencing all this, I truly regret it now! I know that the people who have treated me the best in this world are Brother Yongfu and Jindou; I was blind and muddled, which led me to abandon them. During those days at the Lin Family, there wasn’t a day when I didn’t regret it, for the best to me was actually my husband’s family, even if you scolded us every day, Mother, you still kept us fed and clothed, and allowed me to keep some private money."

"When I couldn’t endure it any longer at the Lin Family, I went to ask my birth mother for help, but she ignored me and scolded me instead, saying that after a few good days in the Wang Family, I became too light-headed to remember who I was! Those words woke me up; it was because my husband’s family was too good to me, which spoiled me to the point of being unreasonable and doing such shameless things."

"Now, I regret it! I truly regret it! I promise to change from now on! I know that whatever I say now, none of you will believe me, so you’ll have to watch my behavior in the future. If I do anything wrong, Mother, you can scold me, beat me, even drive me out, and I will not complain!"

"Mother, I swear to you, I have no other thoughts now but to take care of Brother Yongfu and look after Jindou and the other children! From now on, I’ll listen to everything you say, to Brother Yongfu, and to the younger sister! Whatever you ask me to do, I’ll do it!"

"I swear! I, Lin Xinghua, swear to the heavens, as long as you all are willing to take me back, I will take care of the head of the household, work more, speak less! I’ll listen to everything Mother and the head of the household say, and also to the younger sister! Even if something happens to Brother Yongfu, I will never leave him and the children again! If I break this oath, let me, Lin Xinghua, get sores in my mouth, ulcers in my belly, my intestines burst, and when I die and am cremated, let my ashes be trampled by thousands and I’ll never be reborn!"

That oath was the most vicious one Lin Xinghua could think of.

The Wang Family members were all shocked as they looked at Lady Lin.

Lady Lin at that moment did not feel anything else, just nervously awaiting Old Granny Zhang’s response.

Old Granny Zhang looked coldly at Lady Lin and Wang Yongfu, without saying a word.

The others, including Wang Yongping, even though he was straightforward, did not dare speak up now, let alone Lady Jiang, who was almost shrinking into a corner.

It was Wang Yongzhu, who had just sent Song Chongjin home, pushing open the courtyard gate and seeing this scene, "What are you all talking about?"

Breaking the silence.

Jindou and the others turned their pleading eyes toward Wang Yongzhu, hoping she could speak a few good words on their behalf.

Wang Yongzhu smiled. In this family, the only person she truly cared about was Old Granny Zhang. She wouldn’t object to anything regarding this matter. Ever since the incident where Lady Lin got injured trying to save Wang Yongfu, Wang Yongzhu had already thought of several ways out for herself.

It all depended on what Old Granny Zhang thought.

When Old Granny Zhang saw Wang Yongzhu return, her expression immediately softened, "My girl is back. What did the Song Family Boy want with you?"

Coming by so early in the morning and calling my girl out, I don’t even know what they discussed, and she’s just coming back now after half a day.

"It’s nothing, he just asked to borrow some stuff. Mom, are you feeling alright?" Wang Yongzhu, noticing that Old Granny Zhang looked somewhat pale, quickly asked.

"What could possibly be wrong with me?" Old Granny Zhang patted Wang Yongzhu’s hand; her heart felt warm and fuzzy. Only her girl was so considerate.

"Alright, I’ll think it over tonight, and we’ll talk about it tomorrow," Old Granny Zhang said, clearly weighed down by something on her mind. She didn’t want to have to see Eldest Brother’s troublesome family anymore and waved her hand, signaling them all to go back to their own rooms.

She took Wang Yongzhu’s hand and entered the room.

Wang Yongzhu poured a bowl of water for Old Granny Zhang and massaged her to ease her qi. "Mom, you don’t have to force yourself. If you don’t like something, just say so outright. What’s there to be afraid of? You have your girl to support you! If worst comes to worst, we can move out and live on our own. Maybe then, we’ll find a handsome son-in-law for you, and the three of us will have a much better life together."

This was to ease Old Granny Zhang’s mind, so she wouldn’t have to worry too much.

Old Granny Zhang smiled, knowing her girl worried about her.

She pulled Wang Yongzhu to sit down and spoke softly, "Do you think I’m fretting over their family? Why should I be as worried as if I’m tormented by a bland radish? I’m worried for you. Nowadays, especially with Eldest Brother’s family, we owe the Song Family Boy a huge favor. Let me tell you, don’t you ever agree to anything in a daze just because you owe the Song Family Boy a favor."

Wang Yongzhu was taken aback and looking into Old Granny Zhang’s worried eyes, she subconsciously leaned against Old Granny Zhang’s shoulder and nuzzled it. "Mom, don’t worry! I’m not that foolish! If Big Brother owes someone a favor, let him be the one to repay it. I’d never agree to pay off his debts with my body!"

Old Granny Zhang’s heart finally settled. Though she knew her girl had good judgment, a mother always worries, and only with her girl’s assurance could she be at ease.

After discussing Wang Yongzhu’s situation, they then talked about Wang Yongfu’s matter.

"What do you think about the Lin Xinghua’s situation?" Old Granny Zhang wanted to hear her girl’s opinion on important matters.

Wang Yongzhu pondered for a moment, "She saved Big Brother’s life, and in front of so many people, he already said that as long as she lives, he would keep his word. Those words are out there, and it wouldn’t look good to go back on them. Moreover, owing a life-saving debt and considering the circumstances, Big Brother must feel indebted. And with Jindou’s three children, putting aside what we think, Big Brother and his family have certainly accepted Lady Lin."

Pausing to gauge Old Granny Zhang’s reaction and seeing that she was calm, Wang Yongzhu continued, "As for us, I think what Jinhoo said makes sense. If you don’t want to see Lady Lin, we could let them live separately or I could take you to live on our own. It’s not a big deal. As long as you’re happy, that’s what matters. Whatever you want to do, I may not say much else, but I can certainly protect you." As she spoke, she playfully flexed her fists to show her strength.

Old Granny Zhang couldn’t help but snort with laughter.