CHAPTER 291: CHAPTER 291 PAYING THE PRICE FOR MAKING MISTAKES

With such a commotion, Yang’s mother, who was recuperating at home, was also summoned.

Hearing what her daughter had done, she was so angry her hands shook and legs went weak, almost fainting.

"Smack!"

A heavy slap landed on Yang Fen’s face.

Yang’s mother, emotionally charged, shouted, "You’re living a good life, what on earth do you want to do!"

Yang Fen was being held by Shu Xian as a life-saving straw, unable to break free, making it convenient for Yang’s mother to hit her.

One slap wasn’t enough; she landed another one.

Using great force, the sound of the slap was loud, clearly reaching everyone’s ears.

Afraid that Yang’s mother might faint again, Aunt Wang supported her, "Children grow up and don’t listen to their mother. Whatever they’ve done, they need to bear the responsibility themselves. Don’t make yourself ill with anger."

More than embarrassment, Yang’s mother felt heartbroken.

She questioned Yang Fen, "How did you become like this!"

Yang Fen was stunned by the slap.

She felt wronged; when finally someone from the family came, they didn’t stand up for her.

Not only did they not protect her, but they also stood on the opposing side, accusing her along with others!

Yang Fen covered her face, tears brimming in her eyes.

"What crime have I committed, murder or arson, for you to hit me like this?"

Yang’s mother raised her voice, "Aren’t the troubles you’ve caused big enough?"

Shen Qingqing is pregnant; people even keep a distance when talking to her, fearing that any mishaps might cause trouble with her and the child, giving them headaches.

Instead, Yang Fen, while others were keeping a low profile and living their sequestered life, was filled with malicious intent, wanting to trouble Shen Qingqing.

"Are you mentally ill? If so, go to the hospital for a check-up!"

Yang’s mother truly suspected there was something wrong with her mind; otherwise, how could she become so terrifying?

Yang Fen burst into tears.

Faced with others’ meaningful gazes, the shame and humiliation almost drowned her.

Even if they wanted to yell, couldn’t they wait until home to do so?

Why do it in front of so many people, was it because they were afraid of not laughing behind her back?

"Shen Qingqing’s relatives were already looking for her, what was wrong with me helping to lead the way!"

Yang’s mother was exasperated, "So it was indeed your doing!"

With the matter escalating to this point, Yang Fen could no longer argue but had to insist she was merely helping Shu Xian find her relatives, never intending to do anything to Shen Qingqing.

The others weren’t easily fooled.

Aunt Wang had disliked Yang Fen before, thinking she spoiled the atmosphere in the courtyard, embarrassing everyone.

Now, her dislike had peaked.

"The police have arrived; you’ll need to go to the station with this woman from Shanghai. Explain everything, hiding is useless, it will definitely be discovered, and there won’t be a chance for leniency once you’re caught."

Yang Fen hadn’t expected them to be serious.

Shen Qingqing hadn’t lost a single hair, so why take such draconian measures against her?

Yang Fen was terrified, "Mom, I’m innocent, I don’t want to go to the police station."

Yang’s mother was heartbroken for her daughter, but these matters weren’t up to her.

"If you’re innocent, going once won’t have an impact." Hardening her heart, Yang’s mother said thus.

Watching her daughter being taken away with the stranger, Yang’s mother’s legs went weak, almost falling to the ground.

Luckily, she was supported by Aunt Wang and the neighbors, avoiding any potential injuries.

Li Hongyan stood far away, not daring to approach in such a situation.

Afraid that her mother-in-law might question if she gave her sister-in-law bad advice.

But, heaven knows, she truly didn’t ask Yang Fen to do this.

She merely disclosed Shen Qingqing’s pregnancy to her sister-in-law, which wasn’t a secret.

If real trouble occurred, it couldn’t be blamed on her.

Thinking this, Li Hongyan’s initial anxiety completely vanished.

It was Yang Fen’s own foolishness, having nothing to do with her!

Pretending to be panting, she ran in front of Yang’s mother, "Mom, what’s wrong, is it the old problem acting up? I’ll take you to the hospital right away."

Saying so, she crouched in front of Yang’s mother, pretending to carry her to the doctor.

Yang’s mother coldly glanced at her, not moving.

Then she asked Aunt Wang, "Did Qingqing go to the hospital, is it serious, I need to see her, otherwise, I won’t be at ease."

"She said her stomach aches, maybe it’s fetal movement, Qin Wenqiang drove them, and Zhixun’s mother is there too, nothing should happen."

Yang’s mother: "I need to see her in person and apologize."

Aunt Wang’s sharp eyes believed Shen Qingqing’s issue shouldn’t be major.

But she’s worried that if Yang’s mother pleads, Shen Qingqing might forgive Yang Fen.

Certain folks don’t change even when aware of their mistakes.

Rather, it’s better to teach a lesson once and for all, teaching her how to be a decent person.

Not like a rat in a gutter, always scheming behind the scenes.

She, at least, lost face, and ruined the atmosphere.

If other children learn from Yang Fen, everything would be chaotic, wouldn’t it?

Mistakes have to be paid for, that’s just nature’s law!

Aunt Wang exclaimed, "Just look at you, you can’t even stand properly, and you’re thinking about apologizing? Qingqing isn’t unreasonable, as long as Yang Fen and the Shanghai woman aren’t connected to improper dealings, Qingqing won’t blame you."

Now it seems impossible for them to be unrelated.

Yang’s mother felt bitter, "She wasn’t like this before, how did she suddenly change?"

Aunt Wang sighed, "People change. When she was young, she had little exposure, and her environment was simple, naturally she was good and well-mannered."

Back then, who would’ve thought this quiet girl could harbor so many harmful intentions?

Others chimed in, "There’s someone looking after Qingqing. If you go, it might disturb her rest. If you’re really sorry, wait until she returns from the hospital, send some eggs and fruits to Jiang Family to help her recuperate."

Yang’s mother indeed considered apologizing to Shen Qingqing, hoping she would show leniency.

Regardless of the truth, as long as she gained Shen Qingqing’s forgiveness, things would be easier.

But hearing these words, she felt she couldn’t face asking for forgiveness.

Shen Qingqing is pregnant and surely wouldn’t want to confront them.

Aunt Wang asked, "Shall we wait at the police station, if Yang Fen faces any situation, it would be easier to respond timely?"

Yang’s mother gritted her teeth, "No, she got herself into this trouble, let her sort it out, consider it a lesson!"

Hopefully, she suffers a bit to understand that harming others comes at a cost.

Letting it go unchecked would only lead her mind astray.

In a few more years, she might not even have the chance to change anymore.

Aunt Wang asked again, "Should we inform your son-in-law? She’s married now, part of another household, keeping this secret isn’t right, no?"

Yang’s mother chuckled forcefully, "Definitely need to tell him, or if he hears it from others, it would be worse."

The son-in-law is often not home, and he doesn’t have much affection for Fen; they might not even understand each other’s temperament until now.

This matter truly can’t be kept from him.

If others exaggerate and add tales, he might not distinguish truth from lies.

If things escalate and he wants a divorce from Fen, what then?

It’s better to make it clear from the start.