Chapter 1361: Chapter 1358: Shame
“You are absolutely consumed by resentment. Are you sure this is what you’re after?” Chu Lin was also somewhat skeptical.
With his previous temper, even if it was his daughter, he might have punished her with a beating.
But now, he was more adept at winning hearts.
Indeed, Chu Qingxiang rarely showed a look of shame.
“Dad…” Chu Qingxiang faltered, “I was wrong.”
“I’m telling you this today, and you don’t like to hear it, but whether or not you want to change your attitude is your business. How you live your days in the future is up to you. Even from your parental home, there’s only so much help you can get.” Chu Lin slapped her a few times then offered a sweet date, “You should really think about how you want to live your days ahead.”
“As for envying others, first look at what those people have done. Humans don’t need comparisons; just being true to oneself is enough.”
Chu Qingxiang felt even more ashamed, covering her face with both hands, “Dad, I was wrong.”
“Rest early. The days are long ahead. Take your time to ponder your future path. Only you can decide your own life.” After saying that, Chu Lin advised her a few more words and then left the room.
Outside this wing of the house.
Chu Zhiwen had just come back from the latrine and saw his eldest son coming out of his granddaughter’s room. He found it somewhat unusual but didn’t ask more.
Upon entering his room, he saw that Madam Liu had already tidied up and was lying in bed.
He walked over, sat down, took off his shoes and clothes, and being a man who couldn’t keep things to himself, he spoke of the matter and asked curiously, “Has Qingxiang made some trouble again?”
The sensibility of the other grandchildren only highlighted the stubbornness of the eldest granddaughter; Chu Zhiwen found it impossible to ignore her presence.
But since his granddaughter was already married, as a grandfather, it wasn’t appropriate for him to say much. It was best to let his son do the educating.
Madam Liu glanced at him and relayed the news she had learned from Madam Wang and Madam Zhang.
Chu Zhiwen’s face darkened, “She wasn’t this selfish before.”
Madam Liu didn’t respond, knowing well how life’s circumstances can grind a person down. Chu Qingxiang’s temper had worsened since she got married, becoming increasingly obstinate.
Seeing Madam Liu not responding, Chu Zhiwen asked a few more questions.
Upon learning what Madam Liu had passed on from Madam Zhang, he was shocked, “Do you really intend for Qingxiang to divorce and remarry?”
“Yes.” Madam Liu replied with her eyes closed, her expression naturally calm and composed.
Chu Zhiwen didn’t understand, “If this isn’t handled properly, it could affect the reputation of the Chu family.”
“Why would you say that?”
“You don’t understand. I’m testing her to avoid any trouble. And besides, we need to assess the situation clearly to find a good way to restrain her, preventing others from manipulating her.”
“If she doesn’t wish to remarry, it’s even simpler. Making her own decision will certainly change her mindset.”
“If she wants to remarry, it’s perfect to completely sever her ties with the clan so as not to implicate Ah Heng later on.”
“You should also know that although Ah Heng seems to be doing well in the capital, the reality is much more dangerous,” Madam Liu said somberly, “I admit that our Chu family has treated her well. If she becomes a burden to Ah Heng because of her actions, I won’t allow it.”
“I understand now,” Chu Zhiwen frowned slightly but then accepted his wife’s ruthlessness.
It couldn’t be helped; he just hoped that Qingxiang would come to understand.
The next morning, when Madam Liu got up and noticed the shadows under Chu Qingxiang’s eyes, she pretended not to see them.
As expected, Chu Jin got up before dawn, finished his studies, and then took up his sword to practice in the courtyard.
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