The Country Maiden: Fields and Leisure
Chapter 379: Whose Fault Is It If Not Yours?

Chapter 379: Chapter 379: Whose Fault Is It If Not Yours?

Lady Lin was nearly driven insane with anger, how could she possibly listen to explanations?

Although she managed to return to the Wang Family by virtue of saving a life, before her injury healed, whether it was the head of the household or her sons, everyone treated her very well, which made Lady Lin believe that everyone had forgiven her, and the heavy heart she carried was finally relieved.

However, after her injury was healed, she gradually tasted a layer of separation from the men and children.

Especially Wang Yongfu, who in the past shared a deep love with his wife, even though they were not young anymore, they would still fulfill their marital duties from time to time.

But now, after her recovery, although the husband and wife shared the same bed, they seldom cuddled.

Lady Lin knew that Wang Yongfu probably still harbored resentment and couldn’t get over it just yet, so she kept a low profile, fearing she might do something wrong and aggravate Wang Yongfu into not wanting her anymore.

She calculated in her heart that now the family’s conditions had improved, and they no longer feared being unable to provide for their children, if she were to carry another child, the head of the household would not dismiss her for the sake of the child.

By the time the child gradually grew up, many years would have passed, and the head of the household’s grudge would probably have dissipated.

Moreover, after the incident with the previous three sons, they had grown distant from her, their birth mother. If she had another child and raised him closely, he would surely be close to her, providing her with support in her old age.

Not to mention that the family was now prosperous, and when the time came to split the inheritance, having one more son in the main house would surely mean a larger share.

Thinking this way, Lady Lin became more proactive.

But the more proactive Lady Lin was, the more Wang Yongfu was disgusted and evasive.

Growing impatient, and with Laosan returning with an enchantingly coy concubine, her worries escalated further—if even Laosan had taken a concubine, and should the Old Wang Family’s days continue to get better, the possibility that Wang Yongfu might want to take a concubine...

Thus, in Lady Lin’s eyes, Lady Sun seemed like a thorn in her flesh, even more loathsome to her than Lady Jiang.

At this moment, everything she saw and heard filled her with shock and panic.

However, she had become so dependent on Wang Yongfu, so entrenched in the Wang Family that she couldn’t leave.

With this thought, she directed all her pent-up fury towards Lady Sun, not uttering a single word about Wang Yongfu’s faults.

"Do you hear that? My husband said no! It must be you, you shameless woman, a harlot who can’t withstand a day without a man, seducing my husband! I will kill you, you shameless wretch—"

"Sister-in-law, what are you doing?" A commanding shout came from the yard.

The three turned their heads to see Wang Yonggui and Wang Yongping, the two brothers, staring in disbelief.

Wang Yonggui was even holding a bundle of medicinal herbs, which he dropped on the ground.

It turned out that Wang Yonggui had gone to the neighboring village to seek Doctor Liu.

Doctor Liu also had two acres of land and was busy with the autumn harvest.

When Wang Yonggui explained the injury, which was common during the harvest season, Doctor Liu put together a bundle of medicinal herbs and gave him a box of ointment.

Wang Yonggui was, after all, looking for a bargain. These two types of medicine were cheap, costing only a few dozen Large Coins, and he saved on the consultation fee.

Didn’t the remaining Silver end up in his own pocket?

Carrying the medicinal herbs, he strolled leisurely toward home and even ran into Laosi, his youngest brother, at the crossroads, leaning on a cane made by Wang Laozhu—Wang Yonggui had no idea what he was up to.

Hurrying over, he supported Wang Yongping, "Laosi, weren’t you at home? What brought you out here? Your foot hasn’t healed yet; why are you wandering around?"

Wang Yongping had a look of frustration on his face, "I saw like there was always someone looking towards our house, so I came over to check. But I didn’t see a single soul."

Wang Yonggui patted Wang Yongping on the shoulder, "Nowadays, everyone in the village is out working the fields. Who could be around?"

The two brothers, arm in arm, hadn’t even entered their home before hearing a commotion inside.

Upon entering, they saw Lady Lin straddling Lady Sun and slapping her.

Wang Yongfu was standing off to the side with his hands tied.

Wang Yonggui became unhappy and, after shouting, quickly stepped forward, pushed Lady Lin aside, and picked up Lady Sun.

At first glance, oh dear, Lady Sun had really suffered.

Both sides of her face were swollen, her hair torn out, the medication on her leg rubbed off. In the struggle, the blood had soaked through her pants, leaving a puddle of blood on the ground.

Seeing Wang Yonggui, Lady Sun saw a savior and threw herself into his arms, crying out, "Sanlang, you’ve finally come back! If you didn’t, Ahfu would have been wronged to death!"

Wang Yonggui was a bit of a rascal, and now that he had just received Sun Ahfu’s silver, his heart naturally leaned towards Lady Sun.

He glared at Lady Lin, "Eldest sister-in-law, when did it become your turn to discipline Wang Laosan’s concubine? Out of respect for my elder brother, I have been reluctant to criticize you, but who do you think you are to reprimand Ahfu?"

There was an insinuation in his words.

Lady Lin, with her own insecurities, knew that Wang Yonggui was referring to her as someone who had betrayed the head of the household and had actively sought a divorce, without any right to do so.

Suddenly both angry and anxious, she exclaimed, "Laosan, do you know what your concubine has done? You still protect her? If it wasn’t for my timely return, your concubine would have already hooked up with your elder brother in bed!"

Wang Yongfu’s face changed, "What nonsense are you spouting? There’s no truth to that! It was clearly—"

Upon hearing this, Lady Sun’s face turned, and she began to wail mournfully, "Sanlang! I have been wronged! After you left, I was lifting my trouser leg in the courtyard to check my injury when your elder brother came back. Seeing that I was the only one in the courtyard, he harbored evil intentions towards me.

He started to paw at me, saying that ever since the first day he saw me at Wang Family’s place, he had fancied me, but the old tiger at home kept a close watch, and he found no opportunity to make his move. Today, seeing no one around, he dragged me into the room, started to grope me all over, and said that since I was a Wang Family’s concubine, and Sanlang could sleep with me, so could he!

I belong to Sanlang, how could I agree to this? But he was too strong, and I couldn’t stop him! Sanlang, look, your elder brother tore open my clothes, and then your eldest sister-in-law came in.

She didn’t even ask and accused me of seducing your elder brother, and then beat me up like this! Sanlang, you must stand up for me!"

Wang Yongfu, who was already clumsy with words, became even more flustered with Lady Sun’s dramatic accusations.

"You... you’re talking nonsense, I didn’t, Laosan, I didn’t touch her inappropriately, it was her... she took my hand and made me touch her..."

Lady Sun instantly covered her face and sobbed, "Sanlang, listen to this! I’m a woman who has been injured, how could I force a grown man to touch me?"

The more agitated Wang Yongfu became, the less he could articulate, only repeating in desperation, "Laosan, I really didn’t..."

Lady Sun’s face under her palms revealed a smug smile, while her mouth pleaded her case, "Sanlang, I understand, I’m just a concubine, and he is your elder brother! Don’t let this harm the cordial relationship between you brothers! It’s all my fault—"

Before she could finish speaking, her face was met with a harsh slap.

After hitting her, Wang Yonggui shook off his hand, "Whom should I blame if not you? You were merely touched by my elder brother, did you lose a piece of flesh or break your skin? What’s all this crying and wailing about? Did you think you’re some virtuous and chaste woman? Crying so loudly, do you intend to summon outsiders to come and witness the Wang Family’s disgrace?"