Ch 149: Signing the Divorce Papers Immediately

Xiaozhao stood up and stretched, saying, “Enough!”

“That’s it for today. We’ll talk openly once the investigation is clear.”

With a Lord speaking up, how could the Yamen Official dare to refuse?

“Yes! All of you go back, leave the items! We’ll discuss it, and then summon you again!” The Yamen Official slammed the gavel, settling the matter.

Guo Liangxian, “…”

The crowd gradually dispersed, clearing a path.

Third Uncle and Fifth Uncle rushed in, first pushing Guo Liangxian away forcefully, then giving Guo Deshan, who had fallen to the ground, a hard slap!

“What on earth is going on?”

The Yamen Official watched them argue, ignoring them, and continued to leave with the other officials, leaving some space for them to talk.

Xiaozhao prepared to leave, but Guo Liangxian stepped forward to block him!

“Brother Xiaozhao!”

“Why did you…”

Suddenly call a halt?

Guo Liangxian’s eyes were hesitant, wanting to question, but the other party’s status didn’t allow him such boldness!

Xiaozhao said, “What’s the use of forcing a confession? He may not be as firm in his statements as you, but I need the truth of this matter!”

Guo Liangxian was shocked, “Brother Xiaozhao, you don’t believe me?”

Xiaozhao waved his hand,

“It’s not that I don’t believe you. We, as officials of the court, must act righteously. If General Guo has done nothing wrong, there’s no need to worry.”

“Furthermore, don’t call me brother in front of everyone, lest you win and people think it was an unfair victory.”

With that, Xiaozhao lifted his foot and left, several guards following behind.

Guo Liangxian, “…”

Yes, he had misunderstood Lord Xiaozhao.

That’s right!

He must act righteously, and give Prince Xian an explanation!

Guo Liangxian thought to himself, he hadn’t killed his father and brother anyway, so he had nothing to fear!

“You two, explain yourselves quickly!”

“What happened to my second brother?!”

Third Uncle roared.

Guo Deshan froze in place, even after being slapped, he remained unmoved.

If the investigation continued, he would surely lose.

He had no hope… Father, I’ve failed your spirit in heaven!

How could you be so foolish!

Guo Deshan thought, reaching out to cover his face, and started to sob softly!

For a grown man to shed tears, it meant he was truly in extreme pain!

Third Uncle and Fifth Uncle were shocked. It seemed clear that Guo Deshan was in the wrong!

Third Uncle kicked Guo Deshan, “You unfilial son! That was your father! How could you do such a thing?”

Fifth Uncle also kicked him, “I’ll teach you a lesson today on behalf of Second Brother!”

The two uncles punched and kicked Guo Deshan.

Firstly, Guo Deshan’s aura was weaker than Guo Liangxian’s, and Guo Liangxian was skilled, he wouldn’t easily let his two uncles lay hands on him!

And their appearance startled Guo Liangxian!

“Why are you here?” Guo Liangxian asked in surprise.

Third Uncle said,

“It’s because of your business! To support you!”

“I didn’t know the Guo family was embroiled in such a scandal of fratricide!”

Receiving Third Uncle’s gaze, Guo Liangxian calmly said, “Presumably, Third Uncle and Fifth Uncle have heard. Let me explain clearly. Second Uncle brought his family of four to my Residence to insult my older sister!”

“My older sister’s affairs are none of Second Uncle’s business!”

“I merely held a sword, to teach them a lesson…”

Before he could finish, Third Uncle raised his hand and slapped Guo Liangxian!

Smack!

Guo Liangxian didn’t dodge, but took it head-on.

“Well struck! If I’m not in the wrong today, all of you get back to Lucheng!” Guo Liangxian roared.

Third Uncle said, “We’ll go!”

“But regardless of who’s right or wrong, you shouldn’t have attacked your Second Uncle first!”

“That’s your own Second Uncle! You’re also suspected of patricide and fratricide! Guo Liangxian, you’re outrageous!”

“The lineage of Eldest Brother is ruined by you siblings!”

“Lianglian and you, Liangxian, both of you are acting improperly!”

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Being insulted, Guo Liangxian laughed in anger.

“Fine, fine, say what you will!”

Guo Liangxian turned and left.

Third Uncle was so angry he pointed, “You’re all bastards!”

Fifth Uncle held him back, “Alright, alright, things are already like this, let’s wait for the results…”

Inside the General’s Residence.

Old Madam Nian met with the Prefect of Lucheng, also her son’s father-in-law, Yuan Xiao.

They were of the same generation.

But Old Madam Nian’s movements were slow, leaning on a Walking Stick, while Yuan Xiao was still healthy and strong!

But Yuan Xiao’s face already showed signs of aging, with wrinkles and a slightly white beard, which was somewhat dyed and trimmed.

An old woman from the inner chambers, how could she outtalk a Prefect who frequented the courts?

Old Madam Nian smiled apologetically, “Lord, you’ve come from afar, I’m truly sorry for not welcoming you properly.”

Yuan Xiao said coldly,

“Cut the nonsense, write the divorce papers immediately!”

Old Madam Nian was slightly surprised.

Why did this in-law agree so quickly?

Old Madam Nian said, “We can still discuss it, their relationship is still good, it’s not broken.”

Yuan Xiao slammed his palm on the table, coldly facing Old Madam Nian, who was also seated in the main seat,

“Discuss? I’ve come all this way, is there still room for discussion?”

If there was room for discussion, he wouldn’t have bothered to come!

It was so far, and he had so many important matters in Lucheng, how could he have the leisure to deal with this?

If it weren’t for Prince Xian’s interference, saying that incompatible couples should separate.

Wasn’t this a thinly veiled criticism?

How could Yuan Xiao dare to refute the Prince?

He had rushed all the way here, only to give Old Madam Nian a hard time!

“In-law, don’t even think about divorcing my daughter! Let me tell you, the Yuan family has a clean reputation, there’s no reason for divorce! If your Guo Liangxian dares, I’ll appeal to the Imperial Palace and have your family ruined!” Yuan Xiao said angrily.

He vented the anger he had suffered in Lucheng here!

Old Madam Nian was shocked, “In-law, why are you so angry? Xueyue is fine, why divorce?”

“Look, you even brought so many people, even the Guo family came along.”

“We certainly don’t want the two children to separate so unclearly, they don’t even have children!”

Yuan Xiao roared, “Still saying no?”

“You took advantage of my absence from the Capital City to sneak several adopted children to Xueyue!”

“My daughter was originally married nearby, now it’s become a distant marriage, did you think she was easy to bully?”

Yuan Xiao was furious.

Although he didn’t care much for this eldest daughter, at this point, he had to let her know the consequences of divorce!

Yuan Xiao just wanted to get it over with quickly, so his daughter would know the dangers of the world!

Old Madam Nian was puzzled, “Didn’t you know? Why are you saying this? The adoption matter has always been…”

Yuan Xiao said, “I don’t know! I don’t know anything! You must give me an explanation! Otherwise, sign the divorce papers immediately!”

“Where’s Guo Liangxian? Hasn’t he returned from the Yamen?”

“Look at your Guo family, you’re already killing each other, who knows when you’ll harm my daughter!”

Yuan Xiao confronted everyone in the Main Hall, and the Guo family remained silent.

Third Aunt, Fifth Aunt, and Fourth Uncle, and others had nothing to say, they were just there for show!

After all, Guo Liangxian had committed such a big offense in the Capital City, and before there was a result, they dared not speak carelessly, only waiting for Third Uncle and Fifth Uncle to return!

Hearing her father’s words, Yuan Xueyue felt a sliver of comfort, but it was only temporary.

She couldn’t forget how he colluded with Aunt Fang to harm her mother!