Remarrying Chun Yuan

Chapter 213: Cheating

Tears streamed down Liu Shang's face; in that instant, he seemed to have aged many years. He only regretted that he had listened to others' recommendations and introduced such a scourge to the Liu family.

But it's too late to say anything now. His son is about to suffer the consequences, and it's unknown whether his life will be ruined.

"It was Fang-ge'er who caused this trouble. What are we supposed to do? This whole thing was started by you, Third Uncle. You should handle it yourself. Don't drag us into it!" Liu Musheng had been dissatisfied with the matter and was even less willing to take responsibility now.

But that's your brother!

Liu Shang cried and sobbed, then knelt down with a thud. "I really have no other choice. He's spineless and will definitely be tortured into confessing!"

“Sheng-ge’er, we were reckless in what we did, but things have come to this point. If you don’t step in, who knows what kind of trouble will escalate.” Third Aunt cried and wiped away her tears, also anxious and agitated. “If the Tong family wants money, we’ll pay them, we’ll give it to them, as long as Fang-ge’er can come back safely!”

……

His parents knew their son too well; they knew he was someone who couldn't be helped or supported.

Liu Musheng was soft-hearted, but he didn't want to get himself involved, so he looked at Liu Yuechu and said, "How about...?"

"Alright! I knew it was about me again." Liu Yuechu glared at him fiercely.

Her involvement wasn't out of good intentions, but because she felt the Tong family was after her and Liu Musheng.

He wanted to control the three families and then make the Liu family take the blame so he could deal with Eunuch Hua.

Liu Yuechu actually admired this Madam Tong to some extent; her methods were not only ruthless but also incredibly dirty.

"Mu Chi, you and Uncle Chun go there." Liu Yuechu did not intend to go herself. After all, she was a fifth-rank Yiren, and she could not be as diligent as before. This was a matter of dignity.

"Granny, take Suozi's wife to the Tong residence to see Madam Tong." Liu Yuechu didn't need to explain the details; Granny Fang already knew what to do.

She and Liu Muchi accepted the order and immediately went to their respective places.

Liu Shang was still very anxious. "This...this, can't you go yourself?"

“My sister is now a higher-ranking official than me, why would she go? Besides, you want us to get involved in such a sordid matter? Even if you're worried about your son, use your brains before you speak.” Liu Musheng was not one to mince words.

After saying these words, he began preparing to burn paper money for the old lady's memorial service. As the eldest grandson, he was obligated to observe mourning for at least a year.

Liu Shang didn't dare to say a word. He exchanged a glance with his wife and could only wait obediently to the side.

Madam Tong was also filled with rage at this moment.

She never imagined that Tong Jia'er, that little hussy, had been having an affair with an outsider and was pregnant!

Fortunately, the old nanny beside her had a sharp eye and noticed something was wrong.

Otherwise, if they really sent Tong Jia'er to Eunuch Hua, and she even got pregnant and gave birth, it would be a miracle if her precious daughter had a good life in the palace!

Madam Tong really wanted to beat Tong Jia'er to death with a beating, then tell Eunuch Hua that she had died from a serious cold, and then send another girl instead.

But Tong Jia'er threw herself into Madam Tong's arms, insisting that her child was Liu Mufang's. Ultimately, it all came down to the Liu family. She also warned Madam Tong not to offend Liu Yuechu, who was now a concubine bestowed by the Empress, not just an ordinary merchant's daughter.

Madam Tong naturally didn't believe it, saying that Tong Jia'er was talking nonsense.

But Tong Jia'er insisted on her claim, portraying herself as an abandoned young woman, and even swore to heaven that she dared to confront the county government.

Just when Madam Tong was wondering how to deal with Eunuch Hua, Tong Jia'er provided her with a perfect excuse.

So Madam Tong sent Tong Jia'er to the county government to file a complaint. The Tong family would back her up; otherwise, she and her unborn child would only face certain death...

So Liu Mufang was promptly arrested and even tortured and interrogated. But Liu Mufang, unusually defiant, refused to confess, even at the cost of his life.

Tong Jia'er had no choice; she had long lost her composure and could only take it one step at a time.

She took a silver hairpin and gave it to the jailer in the county jail, then ran into the cell to talk to Liu Mufang.

Liu Mufang was beaten black and blue, his body covered in bruises. He hid in a corner and sobbed, completely bewildered as to why he had been accused of such a crime. He hadn't done anything at all!

"Liu Mufang? Liu Mufang?" Tong Jia'er was completely blind and couldn't see him at all.

Hearing the calls, Liu Mufang thought it was someone from her family coming to rescue her. "I'm here! I'm here! Please get me out of here..."

"Liu Mufang, it's me!" Tong Jia'er stepped forward, and when Liu Mufang saw who it was, he instantly reached out and grabbed Tong Jia'er's neck. "You bitch, you bitch, why did you hurt me!"

Tong Jia'er didn't expect him to attack without saying a word, and immediately started kicking and stomping!

She finally managed to break free from Liu Mufang's grasp, but she was scratched on the neck!

Tong Jia'er touched it and saw that it was bleeding. She wanted nothing more than to rush in and strangle Liu Mufang! But she knew she had something more important to do, which was to threaten Liu Mufang into admitting the truth!

"It's no use refusing now. You were caught meeting me in secret, and there's no way you can deny it now."

"Actually, as long as you admit to this and agree to marry me, our lady will no longer be so relentless in trying to kill you. Otherwise, even if you get out, your reputation will be ruined, your future will be jeopardized, and you won't have a good life!"

She deceived Madam Tong and then pressured Liu Mufang. The only trick she could use was to borrow the tiger's power. After all, she had very few other options, so she could only take it one step at a time!

Liu Mufang was in a daze. He admitted that he had been lusting after Tong Jia'er's beauty, but he never expected to suffer such a big fall!

"I didn't do it, I don't admit it... Don't even think about making me wear this green hat. I'd rather die than be a coward!"

"Are you crazy? Are you really not afraid of death? You can agree to save your life first!" Tong Jia'er didn't expect that he, who looked so weak and cowardly, was so tough.

"Besides, I was forced into this situation. I do care about you, but my words don't count... I made a mistake, can't you give me a chance to make amends?"

Tong Jia'er smoothed a strand of hair at her temple, looking pitiful. "As long as you agree to marry me, I will serve you well and be filial to my parents-in-law."

"As for the baby in your womb, you can keep it or not after it's born. No one else knows its identity anyway, so why make things difficult for yourself!"

"Get out, get out of here..." Liu Mufang shrank back into the corner, muttering this word.

Tong Jia'er refused to give up and persisted in asking, "Are you really not afraid of death? If I stick to this story, you'll never be able to turn things around!"