They've all separated, so what does it matter to me if they get poorer and poorer?

Chapter 380 Rumors
"Oh, isn't this the Lady Shanci, personally appointed by His Majesty? Two men are fighting over her right here in the street. Tsk tsk, Lady Shanci really has a lot of friends!"

The dispute between the three had already attracted many passersby to stop and watch. Xu Zhichun was completely confused and bewildered, as if she remembered something but couldn't quite recall it. She was about to remind him to find a quiet, secluded place to clarify things when, to her dismay, she ran into Young Master Qi.

Young Master Qi shouted loudly and sarcastically, instantly attracting a larger crowd.

"Madam Shanci? Where is she?"

"So this is Madam Shanci!"

"What happened? Didn't I hear that Madam Shanci is a widow? How... how?"

Who knows? Ha.

"My God, what is this? She calls herself Madam Kindness, isn't she ashamed?"

"How shameless!"

"Could there be some misunderstanding here? This is Madam Shan Ci, surely it wouldn't be like this?"

"That's right, let's see."

"hehe."

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Liang Minglang and the young man were taken aback by the arrival of such a shameless person. Their faces turned cold, and they glared at each other, blaming themselves and condemning each other: They shouldn't have made a move on this busy street and implicated Zhichun!
Xu Zhichun had a splitting headache and groaned inwardly.

I was already inexplicably upset and annoyed enough, and of all things, that persistent young master Qi had to show up and make things worse.

Now, I can't leave even if I wanted to; I have to clarify things.

Otherwise, things will become even more complicated later.

Even if you lose the argument, you can't lose face. Xu Zhichun glanced at Young Master Qi and sneered, "It seems Young Master Qi still hasn't learned his lesson. Haven't you learned the meaning of being careful with your words and the dangers of loose tongues? Young Master Qi, spreading rumors and slander comes with consequences. Do you really think I'm easy to bully?"

Young Master Qi glanced at the two men with ill intent and sneered, "Spreading rumors and slander? Whether it's terrible slander or a distortion of the truth, everyone has eyes to see it. I want to hear how Madam Shanci will try to explain herself."

Liang Minglang gave him a cold look: "So you're the arrogant young master of the Qi family in Qingyang County? I'm Liang Minglang from Liangjia Village, the husband of Madam Shanci. There was a misunderstanding that everyone in the village thought I had died. Is there anything wrong with my wife and me going shopping?"

The fact that Liang Minglang returned alive is probably unknown to many people in Qingshan County, let alone Qingyang County.
Young Master Qi was taken aback.

Liang Minglang sneered: "Young Master Qi, if you don't believe me, you can go and investigate."

Everyone was stunned.

"So this is ah."

"I'll just say it!"

The imperial court and the emperor held a sacred and unshakeable position in the hearts of the people. The virtuous and kind lady, personally appointed by the emperor, must have had extraordinary qualities. In other words, she must have a positive image and could not possibly have done anything shameless.

Young Master Qi was truly shocked. Xu's husband was not dead? He had actually returned?

Especially when he thought about how he had been determined to get his hands on Xu Zhichun out of spite and revenge, and now that the couple was living happily together in front of him, one can only imagine the shame, indignation, and utter embarrassment he felt.

He almost broke down and gave up on himself: Why am I so unlucky? Why am I so unlucky!

Young Master Qi sneered, "Congratulations! May I ask who this young master is and what business he has with Madam Shanci?"

In conclusion, Madam Shanci was still unfaithful to her husband!

Liang Minglang cracked his knuckles, making a "crack!" sound, his eyes fixed intently on the young man. "As for this young master, it's purely a misunderstanding. He's mistaken you for someone else, right, young master?"

Liang Minglang remained calm and composed.

It's okay. If the person on the other end doesn't understand and refuses to cooperate, he doesn't mind giving them a lesson on the spot and teaching them that it's wise to be pragmatic.

The young man paused for a moment, glanced at Xu Zhichun, and finally nodded: "I mistook you for someone else. Madam Shanci, I'm sorry!"

He clasped his hands in a deep bow. Liang Minglang stepped aside, half-blocking Xu Zhichun's path, and said coldly, "Considering you've admitted your mistake and corrected it, I'll let it go this time. Young Master Qi, what other rumors do you want to spread?"

Young Master Qi: "."

asshole!

He was certain that this person had some shady dealings or shady dealings with the Xu family.

But the parties involved have already clarified the situation themselves, so what can a third party do? Can he speak on their behalf?
He glared at the young man fiercely, cursing him inwardly as a spineless coward!
Young Master Qi sneered with exasperation, his words dripping with sarcasm: "Since this young master has said so, what can I say? As for the truth, ha, doesn't Master Liang himself know perfectly well—ah! You!"

Before he could finish his mockery, Liang Minglang swung his fist and punched him in the face, causing Young Master Qi to scream and curse.

The boy screamed and rushed forward, only to be easily kicked to the ground by Liang Minglang. He grabbed Young Master Qi by the collar and said coldly, "Are you addicted to spreading rumors? Was I not clear enough, or was this young master's explanation not clear enough? You're throwing mud at my wife right in front of me. Do you think I'll tolerate this?"

"You...you dare hit me?"

Remembering what Constable Yu had told him, Liang Minglang punched Young Master Qi in the face again. Young Master Qi screamed in pain as his face instantly turned bruised and swollen, and blood streamed from his nose.

“You have slandered my wife. Even if we take it to the authorities, the judge will find you guilty.”

"Hit you? So what if I hit you?"

Young Master Qi was filled with shame, anger, hatred, and fear. He was panting heavily and trembling all over, but he dared not utter any more harsh words.

Liang Minglang looked at him with disdain and pushed him away, saying, "Apologize."

"you--"

"Apologize!"

Xu Zhichun: "Or, let's go to the Qi family and ask Master Qi and Madam Qi whether the eldest son's behavior was appropriate?"

Young Master Qi almost vomited blood.

His mother is protective of him, his father is angry and embarrassed by his son's behavior, and his second son and his wife will surely laugh at him. What will the neighbors, the servants, and everyone in the household think of him?
"sorry"

Xu Zhichun was too lazy to argue with someone like him. "Young Master Qi, remember this: be careful with your words, for trouble comes from the mouth. Don't spread rumors and slander others. It's fortunate that it was me today. If Young Master Qi were to open his mouth again and falsely accuse others, leaving them speechless, wouldn't that be harming people? Young Master Qi, this is a matter of life and death."

Are there few cases where women, unable to prove their innocence and reputation, have no choice but to die to prove their innocence?
The gazes of everyone towards the young master instantly filled with disgust and condemnation.

"Madam Shanci is absolutely right, that makes perfect sense."

"She is indeed a kind-hearted lady."

"Young Master Qi is being outrageous."

"that is!"

Liang Minglang sneered, "If you're not satisfied, feel free to come at me with whatever tricks you have, but you can't make things difficult for my wife. If there's a next time, I won't let you off easily."

Young Master Qi: "."

Was he being threatened? Isn't that hilarious!

"Madam, let's go."

"Ah."

Xu Zhichun nodded gently, letting Liang Minglang loosely put his arm around her as they left.

She knew he was backing her up.

The two did not wander around any further and soon rode a mule cart out of the city. Not far along, Liang Minglang asked the driver to stop, and he and Xu Zhichun got off the cart and went into the grove to "enjoy the scenery".

Sure enough, the young man arrived shortly afterward.