Previously, Gu Jia Ning would often send him food; it was always in that place.
At that time, Wen Zhuqing didn't want others to see him involved with Gu Jia Ning.
Wen Zhuqing's gaze fell lightly on the paper, a slight smile curving his lips.
Only content like this on the paper would seem like something Gu Jia Ning would do.
In Wen Zhuqing's opinion, Gu Jia Ning was just a vase with only a pretty face and figure, but an empty head.
But this vase did suit his taste. For now, he could still try it, play with it, use it as a stepping stone.
Before, Wen Zhuqing had been surprised by Gu Jia Ning's drastic change, so much so that he found it unbelievable. Now, he finally understood.
Gu Jia Ning hadn't changed; she was just being forced by her family.
But it's fine; as long as Gu Jia Ning still likes him, he has a way to win her over. Tomorrow is a good opportunity.
A confident smile flashed in Wen Zhiqing's eyes.
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The next day, after breakfast, the family members went about their own business.
Gu Jia Ning gave her sister-in-law acupuncture treatment as usual. She planned to finish the treatment by the time of her sister-in-law's wedding banquet, so she could get pregnant smoothly afterward.
Just after finishing the treatment and removing the needles, she suddenly heard a commotion outside.
Gu Jia Ning raised her hand, checked the time on her wristwatch, and a knowing look passed through her eyes.
It was about this time.
Soon, Gu Jia Ning saw her mother running in, her face full of excitement and agitation.
As soon as she came in, she grabbed Gu Jia Ning's hand and said, "Daughter, come on, Mother will take you to see the excitement; this is a big one."
Yang Manman, who had just finished treatment and was lying in bed, was also curious but restrained herself.
Gu Jia Ning was pulled out by her mother.
Not only that, but on the way, they met other villagers who seemed to have also heard the news, all heading towards the north of the village.
By the time Gu Jia Ning was pulled there by her mother, many people had already gathered.
Before they got close, they heard a loud, slightly hoarse female voice from inside.
That voice was unique, the distinctive voice of Bao Shan Yan's mother, Bao Yingzi.
When Gu Jia Ning was pushed inside by her mother, she saw Bao Yingzi, as sturdy as a small mountain, shouting at the top of her lungs.
"Everyone, judge for yourselves! Wen Zhiqing bullied my daughter; shouldn't he take responsibility for my daughter and marry into our Bao family?"
"I only have this one daughter, and she's been ruined by you, Wen Zhiqing!"
"If you don't take responsibility for my daughter, I'll go to the police, I'll report you to the commune, and say you molested my daughter!"
Gu Jia Ning arrived a little late, brought by Yao Chunhua. Looking up, she saw Wen Zhuqing trying to leave, but Bao Shan Yan was forcefully holding him back.
Although he was still wearing a shirt and trousers, they looked disheveled, and his hair was messy, clearly put on in a hurry.
Bao Shan Yan's clothes were similarly disheveled.
As Gu Jia Ning looked up, Wen Zhuqing's gaze met hers, his eyes icy cold.
At this moment, Wen Zhuqing finally understood that he had been tricked by Gu Jia Ning and Bao Shan Yan, those two vile women.
Although he didn't know why, Gu Jia Ning had truly changed.
And she no longer liked him at all.
Her eyes now held a clear, bright gaze, devoid of any affection; there was even a hint of hatred.
Yes, hatred. Wen Zhuqing was sure he wasn't mistaken.
But Wen Zhuqing was puzzled. What had he done to make Gu Jia Ning hate him?
Could it be the pigs?
It seemed like that was the only reason.
Had Gu Jia Ning's affection for him been fake all along?
But if it was fake, why would Gu Jia Ning jump into the river in the dead of winter?
If she hadn't been rescued in time, she might have died.
But besides this reason, Wen Zhuqing couldn't think of any others.
Wen Zhuqing would never have guessed that Gu Jia Ning had been reborn.
Having known this scoundrel's true nature in her previous life, how could she possibly fall for him again in this life?
Meanwhile, Gu Jia Ning had learned the story from the gossip around her.
It was simple: Wen Zhuqing and Bao Shan Yan were caught rolling around together. When Bao Yingzi and others found them, the two were entangled, Bao Shan Yan shouting for help and saying no.
At first glance, it looked like Wen Zhuqing was bullying Bao Shan Yan.
Bao Yingzi certainly thought so, so she demanded Wen Zhuqing take responsibility and marry into their family; otherwise, she would report him for molestation.
The aunts and older women who came with Bao Yingzi all had bright eyes.
It looked like Bao Shan Yan was calling for help, it looked like Wen Zhuqing was bullying Bao Shan Yan, but everyone in Huaihua Village knew how strong Bao Shan Yan was.
If Bao Shan Yan wanted to resist, two Wen Zhiqings wouldn't be able to handle her.
This scene was just a show for them, a staged performance.
However, they wouldn't expose Bao Shan Yan; they would play along with Bao Yingzi and continue the act.
Firstly, Bao Yingzi had given them things not long ago. At first, they were puzzled; Bao Yingzi wasn't usually so generous. Why would she suddenly give them things?
Now, they understood.
Secondly, they also hoped Wen Zhuqing would marry quickly, whoever he married. Bao Yingzi had introduced several families, but their daughters all liked Wen Zhuqing, and they weren't interested in marriage prospects, which infuriated their mothers.
They knew these intellectual youths thought highly of themselves. They knew their daughters wouldn't have a good life marrying an intellectual youth; these youths couldn't do much physical labor.
If they got married, the mothers would have to support them.
They didn't want that.
So, they joined Bao Yingzi in condemning Wen Zhuqing and acted as witnesses, demanding he take responsibility for Bao Shan Yan.
Even knowing the Bao family had set up Wen Zhuqing, so what? Even if Wen Zhuqing marrying Bao Shan Yan was a beautiful flower stuck in a pile of dung, they thought it was a good thing.
"Village Chief, Village Secretary, you must uphold justice for my Yanzi!"
The Village Chief, Father Gu, and the Village Secretary exchanged a look.
Then Father Gu stepped forward and said, "Wen Zhiqing, the facts are clear. What do you intend to do?"
Father Gu stared sternly at Wen Zhuqing. He had a very bad impression of this intellectual youth who had been trying to seduce his precious daughter.
Although he knew the truth wasn't as simple as it seemed, he was happy to help things along.
Wen Zhuqing also knew he couldn't remain silent any longer.
Glancing at the crowd, he said, "I, Wen Zhuqing, have only been in Huaihua Village for over half a year, but everyone knows my character."
"And today's incident was a setup."
His words caused an uproar.
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