Chapter 563: Chapter 562: Love-Struck at Home 44

Su Man and Jiang Maohua never shared true marital relations. At first, the Jiang Family didn’t know about it, but they somehow sensed it later on. Now hearing her mention it, they felt a mix of depression and relief that she was leaving, not even bothering to get angry.

But with Su Man leaving so unreservedly, who knows if Jiang Laoer can handle it.

Seeing Su Man’s eager appearance, the Jiang Family also vaguely felt something was amiss.

Gu Lingfei, however, was full of surprise and joy: "What did you say? That child is mine?"

"Yes, that’s our child." Su Man’s face was covered in tears, "I initially wanted to forget you, but even after marrying Brother Mao Hua, liking is liking and disliking is disliking. I thought I would spend my entire life like this, never expected you to come back."

"So you were in the Jiang family doing nothing with peace of mind, letting Laoer support you? And you’re not even a real wife to him!" Chen Xiuying was still angry; her son might be foolish, but Su Man had no shame either!

Facing Chen Xiuying’s accusation, Su Man wasn’t flustered at all.

"Brother Mao Hua is a good man; he couldn’t bear to see me do those things. He said I only needed to take care of myself and the child at home, and he would handle the rest." She looked visibly sad, "I was trying very hard to like him initially, but who one likes is not something one can decide."

Chen Xiuying was frustrated, though Su Man’s words weren’t entirely wrong. Even if the other party wasn’t, it was still her foolish son who was willing.

She left with a saying: "Fine, you solve this yourselves."

Though feeling a bit reluctant, she still believed it was good for Su Man to leave.

Chen Xiuying turned around and went back to the room.

Ah Chen followed her in, seeing her coming in, Chen Xiuying couldn’t help but mutter softly, "Since that’s the case, it’s good that she’s leaving. After they’re separated, introduce Laoer to another one after some time."

"Second brother might not be willing. Until he forgets about this matter, it’s not good for any other girl to marry him." Ah Chen said, "Let him come to terms with it first."

Chen Xiuying paused, sighed, "That’s true."

She only thought that once Su Man leaves, Laoer could start a new life.

But didn’t take into account whether Laoer is willing or not; how could another girl possibly make a match with Laoer, and what would this life be like anyway?

In fact, with the Jiang family’s situation, quite a lot are willing to marry Laoer. Laoer might be a little dull, but he is truly good to his wife. Yet, even if they matched, could life really go on well? For this, Chen Xiuying felt worried.

So it’s better to forget about it.

In matters like this, stop urging and let fate decide.

Lessening her persuasion made Ah Chen a bit relieved.

With Jiang Maohua’s current state, it’s better not to get married for now. Forcing him into blind dates or marriage is of no benefit.

He may not manage it well, and those marrying him may not truly love him either. When the time comes, life would still be chaotic, and the ones worried would still be the Jiang Family.

Jiang Maohua not rushing into the next marriage has its benefits. At least, due to his subjective intentions, he wouldn’t harm the Jiang Family, but others may not be the same.

Chen Xiuying, as a mother, had no ill intentions actually, but her traditional thoughts were just like that. She believed that if this marriage was bad, then switching would be easy, when in reality, it is not that simple.

Jiang Maohua was surprised to see Jiang Maochuan: "Why did the big brother come?"

"I took leave, back home for a bit." Jiang Maochuan had a complex expression.

With a bit unease in his heart, Jiang Maochuan asked: "What’s wrong?"

"Gu Lingfei is back."

Jiang Maohua was shocked, momentarily forgetting to react.

Gu Lingfei was back?

This person, even if rarely met, left a deep impression on him. Su Man had been thinking about this person for ten years, and had never forgotten.

He thought Gu Lingfei wouldn’t return. How could he?

Anxiety filled Jiang Maohua’s heart.

Despite not wanting to face it, with things at the doorstep, he had no choice but to deal with it.

Entering the Jiang Family, seeing the two people sitting together, leaning against each other, Jiang Maohua’s eyes turned red, just standing at the doorway watching them.

The two leaning against each other sensed something was wrong and looked toward the door.

Su Man was about to push Gu Lingfei away, but he held her firmly.

He stood up: "Thank you for taking care of Manman and her son all these years. She’s troubled you."

"Ten years ago, I wanted to come back for her, but my family wouldn’t allow it, binding me away until I had control over the family before returning. Didn’t expect...she hadn’t forgotten me, and we even have a child."

"Mr. Jiang, regarding the matter of compensation, my assistant will discuss it with you later. Feel free to raise any conditions you may have."

"Furthermore, as there are no feelings between you and Manman, why not find some time to divorce and pursue happiness separately?"

Jiang Hongyu sat on one side, though his little face was tense, his gaze was glued to Gu Lingfei.

Turned out this handsome uncle was his dad.

He was glad.

This handsome uncle matched the dad in his heart.

The main room turned silent; everyone was watching Jiang Maohua, waiting for his response.

Several minutes passed, and Jiang Maohua suddenly burst out laughing, startling everyone.

He walked step by step toward Su Man, Su Man slightly scared moved closer to Gu Lingfei’s side, Gu Lingfei hurriedly held her: "It might be hard for you to accept, but feelings are not something that can be forced."

Gu Lingfei had brought bodyguards this time, and those two guards stood in front of the couple. Even though Jiang Maohua was a strong man, it was impossible to get close to Su Man and Gu Lingfei if it came to a fight.

He just looked at Su Man’s face and didn’t go any further.

"Alright, go then." He spoke after a long pause.

He averted his gaze, stopped looking at Su Man, and instead looked toward the Jiang Family, feeling guilty at heart.

The initial persuasion from family, followed by occasional advisements from family, were all ignored by him. Even as Su Man grew colder toward him, he thought they could live life like this.

Today, after Gu Lingfei came, he realized his naivety.

"Thank you, Mr. Jiang, for your understanding," Gu Lingfei sighed with relief. Resolving things peacefully was best; in a situation like the Jiang Family, he didn’t want to resort to other means, "Regarding compensation, you can discuss it with my assistant. And if you could let us know when you’re available to complete divorce proceedings with Manman."

"Are you that eager too?" Jiang Maohua stared at Su Man and asked.

He wasn’t really a fool, just didn’t overthink anything when facing Su Man, only cared for her.

The current scene made his mind clear instantly; these ten years, Su Man was actually waiting for Gu Lingfei, wasn’t she?

How could anger help? He only blamed himself for failing to gain Su Man’s heart, yet did all this willingly.

Who could he resent?

Wasn’t it his own doing?

Su Man tearfully said, "Brother Mao Hua, I’m sorry."

"You don’t have to apologize, just answer me: is it that urgent?"

"If it’s not, then there’s no need to rush. If it is, let’s get the divorce papers done immediately."

Su Man bit her lip and finally said, "Brother Mao Hua, I haven’t forgotten Lingfei for a day. Could you trouble you to go to the town with me to handle the divorce procedures?"

"Okay."

Jiang Maohua agreed quickly, without making things difficult.

The Jiang Family did not stop them either. Initially, Su Man thought it would be difficult, that Gu Lingfei would have to step in, making it hard for the Jiang family to look good. She didn’t expect it to go smoothly like this.

A bit unreal.

And somewhat stifling.

Afterwards, Gu Lingfei swiftly arranged for the mother and son’s household registration transfer, along with Jiang Hongyu’s surname change.

Once everything was handled, Gu Lingfei wanted to invite the Jiang Family for a meal, but they refused.

"Since you have what you wanted, you can leave now." Jiang Maohua said, "I assume you don’t care about the little things in the house, so just go straight away."