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Li's face turned crimson, the embarrassment of being exposed in public made her feel utterly humiliated under the scrutinizing gazes.
"Li Aunt, do you have anything to say? Shouldn't you explain your situation with Uncle Zhang to everyone?" Liu Qingxi casually dropped a bombshell.
Dealing with someone like Li requires no mercy; the fire of criticism quickly shifted from Liu Qingxi to Li.
"Isn't it suspicious that she acts this way? Just look at how Li is flaunting herself; she's clearly not a good person!"
"Yeah, look at how she walks, swaying as if she's from a brothel!"
What do women despise the most?
It's those who are flirtatious and involved in affairs. If Li can get involved with Zhang the Widower today, who knows whose man she might flirt with next time.
In an instant, the topic changed: "Oh dear, we need to keep an eye on our family members and make sure they stay away from this Li!"
"Exactly! Who would have thought she was such a person?"
"Oh my, seeing her flaunt herself like a flower, us country folks don't need to dress so gaudily. It's just shameless; we should definitely keep our distance from her!"
Li was furious and stomped her feet in anger. Covering her face, she shot a fierce glare at Liu Qingxi and spat out, "Just wait!" before storming off in rage.
The sound of laughter echoed far and wide...
Liu Qingxi glanced at the crowd; among them were those who supported her and those who spoke ill of her, but she held no hatred for them!
"Dear Uncle and Aunt, I apologize for the embarrassment! As a girl, it's not easy for me to take care of my younger brother. I will definitely rely on all of you elders in the future, so thank you all in advance!"
Just now, feeling ashamed and blushing, she smiled lightly to cover her awkwardness.
With Li leaving in disgrace, a farcical scene began and ended amidst the sighs and headshakes of the crowd.
"This child, Qingxi, is also pitiful. She was kicked out of her home at such a young age by a family like the Liu Family, and then encountered someone like Li. Sigh!"
The older folks couldn't bear to see others suffer, and some kind-hearted ones started wiping away tears.
"Girl, if you face any difficulties in the future, come to your grandparents. We will help as much as we can!"
"Thank you, Grandma Liu!" Liu Qingxi sincerely expressed her gratitude.
It turned out that the village not only had unpleasant people but also warm-hearted elders who could bring comfort in an instant. Her eyes became moist at that moment!
Her cold heart gradually melted. For so long, she had kept herself closed off; aside from being somewhat close to the village chief Zhang Wuliang and Zhang Sanyou's family, she had never actively communicated with anyone in the village!
At this moment, she realized that she was indeed part of this world and that there were so many lovely people around her. She had missed out on many beautiful sights along the way!
The warm words of the elders and the gentle touch of their rough hands softened her heart.
"Grandma Liu, don't worry! Once I tidy up my yard, you must come over for a visit!"
"Once you grow old, you tend to enjoy watching children like you. Just don't complain about my nagging when that time comes!"
"No, no, I still have many things to ask you elders!" Liu Qingxi chatted with Old Lady Liu for a while, sent them off, and smiled lightly to encourage herself.
At the gate of the courtyard, Zhang Sanyou kept fumbling for words. "Qingxi, I'm really sorry. Li's actions aren't your fault; please don't take it to heart!"
He was honest and simple-minded in some ways, but he wasn't foolish. He could guess that his wife had issues with Li, which often led to arguments and her seeking revenge.
"Uncle Sanyou, it's nothing serious. Look, everything is fine now. Let's focus on fixing the courtyard wall; I'll go fetch some water!"
However, Zhang Sanyou no longer felt as carefree as before; he harbored some lingering doubts in his heart.
Meanwhile, the commotion from Liu Qingxi's place spread to every corner of Ten Li Pu, even three-year-old children were aware of it.
Teenage girls blushed and hid in corners discussing topics that made their hearts race!
"Did you hear? That Aunt Li over there is no good! My mother told me not to pass by her house anymore!"
"Of course we know! It's so embarrassing! But Qingxi is really pitiful; she's being bullied like this!"
A girl with two braided pigtails tied with red strings said indignantly.
Being the same age as Liu Qingxi, she felt sympathy for her plight and could relate even more. In an era that favored sons over daughters, girls often faced low status and were subjected to beatings and scolding as a common occurrence.
Working hard at home, after getting married, taking care of the family and children, revolving around the stove is their life!
Rumors spread like wildfire; when the first person looked at Zhang Gaoliang with sympathy, he felt nothing!
When the second person wore that expression, he felt a bit puzzled!
When the third and fourth people shook their heads and sighed with complex expressions, he finally couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong with you all today? Why are you looking at me like that?"
"Oh... it's nothing, nothing!" No one would mention such things in front of Zhang Gaoliang!
Only after people left did the men gather together to gossip like women: "Sorghum is really unfortunate to have such a fickle woman!"
"If it were me, I would get rid of such a woman!" A burly man with a scruffy beard rolled up his sleeves and cursed loudly!
His voice carried far away; Zhang Gaoliang, leaving with his hoe, vaguely heard someone mention Li and felt somewhat confused!
Upon returning to the village, everyone's gaze became even stranger!
His wife had changed from her usual laziness and arrogance to being considerate and attentive, making him restless: "What’s wrong with you today?" Was she sick? Countless questions filled his mind!
"Nothing... nothing at all. How did things go in the fields? Should I come with you tomorrow?"
"Huh?" Zhang Gaoliang was quite surprised. "No need for that; you just take care of things at home!"
Today, the sun seems to have risen in the west! If I had known that Li never goes to the fields because he doesn't look very good, and that he took a woman who is considered beautiful by rural standards, I wouldn't have been surprised. He has gotten used to being low-key!
But now, this sudden change is hard for him to accept!
He feels this way, but Li is scared! Over at Zhang the Widower, nothing seems to be happening, but...
The events of this morning have left her trembling with fear. She tries to behave well and seeks her husband's forgiveness, not realizing that the more she does this, the more it raises his suspicions!
Thinking back to the strange looks on the road, Zhang Gaoliang can't help but wonder: "Could it be that I've done something shameful?"
At Zhang Sanyou's house, just a wall away,
Song is furious after hearing the rumors about Li: “Li, you shameless, foul-mouthed thing! How dare you slander my man!”
Hmph! Thinking about the rumors regarding Li and Zhang the Widower, she couldn't help but laugh happily!
With her hands on her hips, she marched to Zhang Gaoliang's doorstep and shouted angrily: “Li, come out here! Zhang Gaoliang, you and that coward are so happy even after being cuckolded!”
Her words stirred up a storm, causing Li to nearly fall off his chair in shock.
The man who was being pointed at and cursed stood up abruptly and strode outside...
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