After being jilted, the entire neighboring village was filled with deep regret.

Chapter 334 Zhu Yixuan visits to apologize

After the case was closed, Zhu Yixuan personally prepared generous gifts and went to the county government office.

“Your Excellency, I truly had no knowledge of what happened today. If I had known what my wife had done, I certainly wouldn’t have been in such a passive position.”

Duan Ren snorted coldly when he saw that he spoke honestly, "You are quite clear-headed, but unfortunately you didn't choose the right branch. The Cen family's reputation in the capital is ruined. You actually dared to marry such a restless woman. What is your clever brain thinking!"

"The Cen family has a bad reputation?" Zhu Yixuan was quite surprised.

Seeing his expression, Duan Ren shook his head helplessly and kindly told him, "Cen Shi was determined to marry into a noble family, but Cen Yingfan's official position was not high enough for her to qualify. The Cen family loved their daughter dearly and did not want her to marry into a high-ranking family to help her family. Instead, they arranged a marriage for her with the Yao family, which was considered a good match."

But Cen looked down on the Yao family, and not long after she entered the family, her husband died. Isn't that a coincidence? Rumors in the capital said that she had killed her ex-husband. No one would dare to want such a black widow, and no one would dare to associate with her.

General Cen, doting on his daughter, knew that the capital was not her final destination, so he sent her to the border and found her another husband. You are the unfortunate one he chose!

Upon hearing this, Zhu Yixuan's face darkened, not because Duan Ren spoke ill of Cen Shi, but because of the things Cen Shi had done.

Duan Ren sighed and shook his head. "Cen Shi is used to being arrogant and domineering. The Yao family's matter was eventually left unresolved, which only fueled her arrogance. She came to Zhaohua County and acted like a local emperor. Today, she took her maid and coachman to Shenjiazhuang to cause trouble and beat up a pair of siblings who worked for Shen Yi's family. She didn't get the better of them either and was beaten up by the siblings' mother."

So, Cen Shi harbored resentment and bribed a group of thugs to cause a disturbance at Shen Family Village. Just then, Shen Yi returned home with a distinguished guest. The guest witnessed the disturbance and, in a fit of rage, killed four men. I cannot reveal the guest's identity; I can only tell you that this matter cannot be resolved peacefully. You should inform the Cen family as soon as possible so they can find a solution.

Zhu Yixuan's heart skipped a beat, and he tentatively asked, "My lord, is it really true that we can't reveal anything at all?"

The magistrate shook his head. "I can't say. You'd better not ask either. Just do what needs to be done—compensation and apology—and maybe the important person will calm down."

Zhu Yixuan thanked the magistrate and immediately went back to have someone prepare generous gifts and head to Shenjiazhuang.

At this moment, Su Tai brought some food and tonics to Huang Xinghua's house to visit Shen Ergou and Shen Tian.

Shen Ergou was alright, just some minor cuts and bruises. Shen Tian, ​​on the other hand, was badly injured by Cen Mingzhu's blow; she probably suffered a concussion and couldn't get out of bed at all. Whenever she tried to get up, she would feel dizzy and vomit constantly.

Su Tai pushed open Shen Tian's door, extremely worried. "Tian Tian, ​​I brought you some of your favorite meat pies, pastries, and cakes, as well as a pot of freshly brewed milk tea. This is medicine; I had someone buy it for me. I don't know if it will work."

Su Tai felt very guilty.

If it weren't for her family's situation, Shen Tian and Shen Ergou wouldn't have been beaten like this.

Shen Tian smiled gently at her, her pale face making her eyes appear particularly dark and bright. "Sister Xiaotai, I'm fine. I overestimated my abilities. It has nothing to do with you."

Su Tai felt even worse upon hearing this. "What nonsense are you talking about! You should rest first. Just tell me what you want to eat, and I'll go prepare it for you."

Right now, everyone is busy with work in the fields. The only people in Huang Xinghua's family who can help her are her blind mother-in-law, Granny Chen, and Shen Tian's younger brother and sister-in-law. They can't take good care of her.

Shen Tian thanked Su Tai again.

Su Tai suppressed the strange feeling in her heart, said some words of concern, and then went back.

When she got home, she rushed to Huoshikong to order a hot pot, a few steamers of buns, and some rice.

The meal was almost ready, and Shen Yi returned with Liu Laosan. "Home is the best! We can go up the mountain and down the river, and do whatever we want!" Liu Laosan chuckled as he put down his fishing rod and basket, went into the bathroom to wash the mud off his legs, then washed his hands. He followed the aroma into the kitchen, asking, "What delicious food is my niece-in-law making?"

Su Tai smiled and said, "It's hot pot, and there's also rice and steamed buns."

"Oh! There's rice too!" Liu Laosan's eyes lit up. He ate rice every day during his years in Longxia Kingdom. At first, he wasn't used to it, but he got used to it later. When he returned to Langya Kingdom, he would occasionally miss it. Unfortunately, rice was too expensive in Langya Kingdom. He couldn't use the gold and silver treasures bestowed by the emperor. His monthly salary was barely enough to support the servants in his mansion, so he didn't dare to be extravagant.

Seeing that he liked it, Su Tai quickly said, "Uncle, eat more later."

"I want what I want!"

Liu Laosan didn't stand on ceremony with Shen Yi and Su Tai at all. As soon as the rice was served, he ate four bowls by himself, as if he hadn't eaten for several meals.

After eating his fill and feeling comfortable, he shared some interesting stories from his time in Longxia Kingdom.

The Shen family listened with great interest.

Shen Yuezhang and Shen Congrong pestered Liu Laosan, calling him "Grandpa Uncle" repeatedly, insisting that he continue telling stories.

Liu Laosan had no temper with the child and immediately coaxed him.

Su Tai hurriedly cleared away the dishes.

The sound of pulling wooden stakes came from outside. Shen Yi went to open the door and was surprised to find that it was Zhu Yixuan who came in.

Zhu Yixuan did not rush in, but said anxiously, "Shen Yi, I was unaware that Cen Shi came to cause trouble today. I did not know that she would be so arrogant and domineering. The magistrate has already locked her in the dungeon to await her punishment. I came to apologize."

He presented the items with both hands.

Shen Yi glanced at the item but didn't take it. "Zhu Yixuan, you've always been in charge of the Ke family cousin's affairs. You can do whatever you want. Back then, when the Ke family cousin came to my wife for help, my wife took them in without hesitation. That was also what you wanted."

Later, when you wanted to marry Cen Shi and no longer have any relationship with your cousin Ke and her son, we didn't say anything and let you have your way. From beginning to end, our Shen family owes you nothing, and neither does your cousin Ke and her son. They didn't fight or compete and went far away. But Cen Shi still wouldn't give up. She not only came to our door to interrogate the whereabouts of your cousin Ke and her son, but also hit them. If I continue to tolerate this, I will be unworthy of being a husband and father!

I will not accept your apology today. I demand that the Cen family pay the price they deserve!

Zhu Yixuan's pupils dilated, and he gave Shen Yi a deep look. "You should know why I married Cen Shi in the first place. It was to curry favor with General Cen. Are you sure you want to offend the Cen family?"

Shen Yi remained unfazed. "So what if it is?"

Zhu Yixuan understood. "It seems that your benefactor is really powerful. In that case, I have nothing more to say. Here is also an apology and money for the injured brother and sister. Please help me pass it on."

Shen Yi had already said all that, and no matter how sincere his attitude was, Cen Mingzhu would not be given a lenient sentence. Since that was the case, there was no need for him to continue wasting time maneuvering in Shen Family Village.

Seeing that Zhu Yixuan left so decisively, Shen Yi immediately gave those things to Shen Ergou, who was working next door.

"Brother Shen, I don't want their stuff!" Shen Ergou said angrily and stubbornly.