kvmb Chapter 985 Li Mingxi
Chapter 985 Li Mingxi
In the study, Mr. Zheng is practicing calligraphy.
For his granddaughter's sake, Mr. Zheng did not attend the banquet, but he prepared a generous gift, which he would have his disciple take back later.
After finishing the calligraphy, he noticed that his youngest disciple hadn't arrived yet; he was to test his studies today.
Mr. Zheng put down his pen and prepared to call his servant to fetch Zhizhi.
A servant rushed in: "Master, someone has come to the front yard."
Mr. Zheng's expression turned cold: "Li Mingxi came alone?"
"Yes, the young master said he came to apologize and wished to see the young lady." The servant lowered his head and reported truthfully.
Wanru had miscarried more than twenty days ago, and returned to Huainan Prefecture seven or eight days later. Her grandson-in-law, Li Mingxi, is only arriving now.
I wonder if he only found out recently, or if he was hesitating before?
The former is stupidity, the latter is malice; either way, it's enough to enrage Mr. Zheng.
But Mr. Zheng, always composed, was not blinded by anger.
"Let him wait."
Meanwhile, in the backyard, the two girls who were excitedly reading a storybook on their bed also received the news.
Zheng Wanru's expression remained unchanged, showing no emotion whatsoever.
Fang Nanzhi felt her fist harden. She looked at her friend and asked, "Wanru, are you sure you want a divorce?"
"Mm." Zheng Wanru nodded.
Perhaps it's because she's been back these past few days that her mindset has become clearer, and she's come to terms with some things completely.
I wouldn't mind explaining it more clearly.
"My parents left yesterday to go to my maternal grandparents' house."
Fang Nanzhi blinked, looking a little puzzled.
Zheng Wanru then explained gently.
"Actually, because of the miscarriage, the Zheng family and my maternal grandparents' family also had some unpleasantness."
“At that time, I was taken to my maternal grandparents’ house, where a doctor was called to save my life. My aunt advised me to be patient, saying that I could not have any more children, and that if I made a big fuss, it would damage the relationship between the two families and make my life in the Li family even more difficult in the future.”
Fang Nanzhi's eyes widened. How could the victim be expected to endure it?
"In short, my maternal grandparents' intention is that they will use this to vent my anger without offending anyone. They want to force Li to promise that if she has any children born to concubines, they will raise them under my name, which would be a reasonable solution."
What kind of thoroughness is this? Fang Nanzhi felt a surge of anger rising in her chest.
“But I didn’t want to, so I wrote a letter back in private, and my father and mother personally came to pick me up.”
“My mother knew about my aunt’s plans and even made a scene at my maternal grandfather’s house.”
“Because I didn’t want to continue living like this, my grandfather felt sorry for me, and my parents thought that I could no longer have children. Staying in the Li family would only be a way to get by. It would be better to go back to my parents’ home, where at least I wouldn’t be mistreated.”
From the moment she traveled all the way back to Huainan Prefecture, the Zheng family had already made plans to break ties.
"But I'm still blessed by God to have such a capable friend like you who can cure my infertility."
"My parents thought that maybe we shouldn't get a divorce, so they forced Li to agree to let me go to the capital to live with Li Lang and his wife, so that things would be better for me."
“But I really didn’t want to. Although my parents objected, my grandfather supported me. He was still the one who made the decisions at home.”
After saying so much in one go, Zheng Wanru was a little thirsty.
Fang Nanzhi handed her some water, her eyes already shining brightly.
"So, your parents are leaving now to go and join your maternal grandparents in getting revenge for you, so they can divorce you in a dignified manner?"
Or rather, Zheng Wanru's mother was going to cause a scene at her parents' home, forcing them to step forward.
Otherwise, relying solely on the Zheng family to confront the Li family, it would be very difficult to achieve a divorce without damaging their own reputation.
"Mm." Zheng Wanru drank the water and nodded.
Fang Nanzhi understood that the Zheng family had made up their minds, so she knew what she was doing and how to conduct herself.
She got off the bed and said firmly, "You should rest well. Don't worry, I will help you."
After saying that, she ran outside without waiting for Zheng Wanru's response.
Zheng Wanru reached out to pull her, but couldn't grab her.
She could only withdraw her hand, smile helplessly, and lower her head to continue flipping through the storybook.
Fang Nanzhi dashed to the study, quite excited: "Sir! Please let Young Master Li into the mansion. It's perfect timing, as I can discuss Wanru's condition in front of her family."
Mr. Zheng was speechless. Wasn't he a family member?
"Zhizhi, the Li family is indeed a prestigious family..."
"What are you afraid of, sir? The Chen Xiang case in the capital just ended. How many powerful families have been ruined? The more debts you have, the less you have to worry. Besides, the Li family is not a major family."
Fang Nanzhi was full of confidence, and her little hand even touched the jade pendant at her waist.
She also has powerful backers.
Mr. Zheng also realized that after learning about his disciple's great achievements through letters, he would no longer object.
"it is good."
At the entrance of the Zheng residence, a young man with a stubble beard, exhausted from days of travel, was arguing with someone.
"I only want to see Wanru once, please grant me permission, Father-in-law."
He shouted into the door, leaving the butler helpless.
"Young master, I've already told you the master isn't here. You should leave."
"I won't leave, Wanru, Wanru, it's me, Li Lang..."
Li Mingxi had dark circles under her eyes and looked haggard, but that couldn't compare to the torment in her heart.
Ever since he received the news that the Zheng family had proposed a divorce, he rushed out of the capital. He wanted to see Wanru in person; he didn't believe it.
They were a loving couple, how could they get divorced?
Even if his mother was wrong this time, she is an elder... How can a junior hold a grudge?
Just as the steward was about to try to persuade him again, a servant ran out and whispered a few words in his ear.
The butler immediately changed his tune and sighed.
“Young master, my young lady suffered a miscarriage and caught a chill. She was just pulled back from the brink of death and needs to rest. Are you trying to kill her by making such a scene?”
Li Mingxi stopped abruptly, his face as pale as paper.
"What do you mean it's life-threatening? How could it be so serious?"
The family only said that Wanru had a miscarriage and was throwing a tantrum...
"If you don't believe me, young master, you can come into the mansion. The doctor who treated the young lady is still here." The steward's tone was unfriendly.
Li Mingxi was thus brought into the mansion.
Upon entering the front hall, one sees the grandfather with a stern expression, and the little girl sitting beside him with a frosty look on her face.
He quickly bowed and said, "Greetings, Grandfather."
“I don’t deserve it. My Zheng family is too humble to accept a son-in-law like you.” Mr. Zheng didn’t give him any face at all.
Li Mingxi opened her mouth, wanting to explain.
Just then, the butler came in, bowed respectfully to the old master and Miss Fang, and then served tea.
"Miss Fang, this is this year's Longjing tea. I wonder if it suits your taste?" the butler asked with particular respect.
"The tea in your home is naturally all of good quality," Fang Nanzhi said calmly.
gentlemen?
Li Mingxi then took a serious look at the little girl sitting upright.
Since they were already related by marriage, Li Mingxi naturally knew that Old Master Zheng's only disciple was a woman.
He hadn't taken it seriously before, but after becoming an official in the capital, he learned that the female disciple's surname was Fang, and that she was General Fang's niece.
He was also a disciple of the legendary physician Zhou, possessing unparalleled medical skills. He saved the prince's life and was the prince's close friend.