Happy Divorce Chapter 10 (Part 3) (End)
Happy Divorce Chapter 10 (Part 3) (End) Original translation is from tenderflower's blog.
The most pitiful part was that Manlu, who married into the Yan family, unjustly suffered from Feixi’s hatred... Fortunately, Feixi had now repented and understood what a good girl Manlu was.
“Feixi, you must cherish Manlu,” he urged his son.
“Hmph, you don’t need to say that,” Yan Feixi retorted coldly, still resentful of his father—though he was surprised by his father’s old age. He hadn’t expected that his father, who had always been strong and tall in his memory, would change so much after not seeing him for two years, and he couldn’t help but feel a little complicated.
Looking at the offerings in front of the tombstone, he pursed his lips. This man had actually remembered what his mother loved.
Knowing that his son still held resentment towards him, Father Yan sighed softly to himself but couldn’t help asking, “Will you two return to the Yan house?”
Yan Feixi was about to refuse, but Su Manlu interjected, “Yes. Feixi rarely returns to the North, so he’ll go back and take a look.” She looked at Yan Feixi and said, “Right?”
Yan Feixi opened his mouth, wanting to reply with a firm “No,” but unwillingly swallowed his words under her gaze, going along with her wishes and nodding silently.
That was fine anyway. He hadn’t forgotten those who had bullied Manlu, and he intended to repay them well.
* * *
The news of Yan Feixi and Su Manlu returning to the Yan family sent shockwaves throughout the Yan household.
They never expected that Yan Feixi, who had been away for so long, would return and bring back his ex-wife.
Many people in the Yan mansion were dissatisfied.
Just leave. Why come back? Was he still thinking about the Yan family’s property and wanting to share a piece of it with them?
Also, Su Manlu was divorced and still pestering Yan Feixi. She was really shameless. Were there no other men in the world except Yan Feixi?
Unpleasant rumors circulated in the Yan family, and some people came to Yan Feixi’s room while he was away.
Su Manlu demurely sipped her tea, coldly watching these troublemakers.
“Hey, it’s only been two years since we last met. Why have you forgotten the etiquette you should show to your elders, Manlu?” The second madam said sharply.
“Yes, the elders have come to visit, and yet she doesn’t know how to get up, greet them, and serve tea.” The fourth concubine also exclaimed sarcastically.
“Tsk, tsk, things are different now. I heard Feixi treats her very well. Yes, the Su family has a great fortune. Of course, Feixi regrets how he treated her. Look, isn’t he trying to hug her thigh now?” This was the third concubine.
“Mother, look at this beautiful jewelry... and these embroidered skirts and shirts. They’re stunning!” Several young ladies from the Yan family rummaged through Su Manlu’s makeup and clothes, saying rudely, “Hey, do you mind giving us these things? The Su family is so rich; they won’t be so stingy, right?”
“That’s right, that’s right! Look at the golden hairpin with phoenix feathers in her hair. It’s gorgeous... Hey, pull it out and give it to me!” Fifth Miss ordered.
Bi Luo was seething with anger. When the young lady married, these people did all they could to take her possessions. The young lady didn’t care and let them have it. But since she was no longer the daughter-in-law of the Yan family, why should they still be sarcastic and bossy?!
Su Manlu removed the golden phoenix feather hairpin from her temple and looked at the Fifth Miss. “Do you want this?”
“Yes,” Fifth Miss said proudly, stretching out her hand. “Bring it here.”
“Bi Luo,” she said, handing the golden hairpin to Bi Luo. “Take this golden hairpin and give it to the beggar outside.”
Fifth Miss’s eyes widened. “Su Manlu, what do you mean?”
Bi Luo snorted coldly, looking at her like a fool. “Don’t you understand? My lady means you’re worse than the beggar on the street.” At least the beggar could still beg, but she could only bark with that mouth.
“How dare you talk to me like that, you disgusting maid!” Fifth Miss was so angry that she reached out to hit her.
“I advise you not to act,” Su Manlu said calmly, casting a cold glance at the group of women. “Otherwise, it won’t just be the Yan family’s shop in the south that will be swallowed up again.”
As soon as these words were spoken, the women turned blue with anger.
The Yan family was not as prosperous as before. The losses they endured back then were so severe that they suffered significant financial setbacks, and even their allowances were greatly reduced.
The second madam flushed with anger. “Su Manlu, how dare you speak to your elders like that!”
Su Manlu smiled, took a sip of tea, and looked at the young ladies of the Yan family, who were staring at her. “Compared to Fifth Miss, Seventh Miss, and Eighth Miss, I believe my attitude is quite good.”
The young ladies were so enraged that they were left speechless.
“It’s really lively in here.” Yan Feixi walked into the room and looked at the women mockingly.
When they saw Yan Feixi coming in, they looked embarrassed.
“Uh, w-we’re just here to reminisce with Manlu, we’ll take our leave now.” The third concubine stuttered, avoiding Yan Feixi’s gaze, then turned around and hurried out, with the remaining women quickly finding excuses to leave as well.
“Hey! You can leave if you want, but put down what you’re holding.” Bi Luo said as she pointed at the three young ladies.
They reluctantly put down what they were holding, glared at Bi Luo, and angrily followed their mother out.
“Hmph, I’ve never seen such shameless people in my life.” Bi Luo stomped her feet and spurted steam, tidying up the messy clothes and jewelry.
Yan Feixi walked toward Su Manlu and reached out to touch her hair. “Are you okay?”
Su Manlu smiled at him. “What do you think?” She didn’t believe he wasn’t standing at the door watching the show.
Yan Feixi chuckled, picked her up, and kissed her face. “My little lady is really not easy to mess with. You don’t need me to repay them so that you can vent your anger alone.”
Su Manlu hugged his neck and let him carry her into the inner room, while Bi Luo had already knowingly walked out.
Yan Feixi carried her to the bed, hugged her tightly, and rested his chin on the top of her head. He held her soft hands and rubbed them gently with his fingertips.
Su Manlu snuggled into his arms, silently listening to his steady heartbeat.
After a long time, he spoke softly.
“I don’t hate him anymore.”
Su Manlu remained silent and continued listening.
“I had a chat with him in the study just now. He... apologized to me and regretted what happened to my mother. He still cares about her... You don’t know, the concubines he married afterward always resembled my mother. Whenever I see his concubines, I feel ridiculous. Is there any use in remembering my mother after she’s gone?”
“Feixi...”
“Shh, I’m fine.” He kissed her forehead and whispered. “I couldn’t forgive him for what happened back then, but now I understand. People make mistakes, just like when I wronged you. At least I still have a chance to repent, but he doesn’t have it anymore.”
Yan Feixi sighed softly and hugged her tighter. “Manlu... Luckily, I went to Nanxi City. Luckily, you were willing to give me another chance.” Otherwise, he would definitely regret it.
Su Manlu smiled and clasped her fingers with his.
He kissed her hand gently. “Let’s go back tomorrow.”
“Okay.” She agreed softly.
When leaving Yan’s Mansion, Su Manlu boarded the carriage first, while Yan Feixi turned to face his father.
“Be careful along the way.” Father Yan warned him.
Yan Feixi touched his nose, hesitating momentarily before finally speaking up. “You know I married into the Su family. Remember to come to the wedding.”
He hadn’t expected his son to say this. Father Yan couldn’t help but feel excited, looking at Yan Feixi in almost disbelief.
Father Yan had no objection to his son’s marriage to the Su family. He had always liked his daughter-in-law, Manlu. His son owed the family a debt back then, but now it was only natural for him to become a son-in-law to repay it. Besides, as long as his son was happy, that was all that mattered. He already owed too much to the mother and son, so how could he object?
Yan Feixi looked away awkwardly, “Manlu and I will come back to see you often... You can also come to Nanxi City to visit us if you get bored.”
“Good, good.” Father Yan nodded with tears in his eyes.
“Then, I’m leaving now... Father.”
Hearing his son, who hadn’t called him 'Father' in many years, actually say it, Father Yan tried his best to hold back his tears, “Okay, I’ll go to Nanxi City to see you and Manlu.”
“Then I’ll get in the carriage.” Yan Feixi felt slightly embarrassed after not calling his father for so long.
As he stepped into the carriage, he saw Su Manlu looking at him with a smile.
“What are you looking at?” He was a little embarrassed.
Su Manlu snuggled into his arms and said, “Looking at when you’re going to marry me!”
Yan Feixi didn’t remember feeling angry when she acted so coy; his heart melted, and he kissed her sweet lips.
“My dear wife, I’m ready for you to marry me anytime.”
His girl, his Manlu... He wanted to pamper her for life, to love and protect her because she was so fine, that it made him love her deeply.
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