Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
However, at that time, Chen Linâer was merely eight years old. The true perpetrator of the crime shouldnât be her, but a member of her family.
In this society, a single family memberâs misdeed cast a shadow on the entire clan, akin to the officials whose properties had been seized.
Wang Yi, contemplating this, couldnât help but notice that Chen Linâer didnât fit the profile of a girl raised in rural surroundings.
With this realization, Wang Yi smirked, as if conveying to Chen Linâer that she could escape unscathed if she played her cards right and kept her identity under wraps.
However, a subtle warning accompanied that smile, suggesting that if she proved uncooperative and refused to relinquish her assets, he wouldnât hesitate to act ruthlessly.
Even Wang San, witnessing Chen Linâerâs expression, couldnât escape the fear that gripped him. Nonetheless, he remained steadfast in defending her. âClan Leader, spare me your ominous words!â
Chen Linâer, snapping back to reality, regretted her earlier outburst. It was implausible that her husband had divulged her background, and even her in-laws were unaware. Why would she confide in the Clan Leader?
Yet, the Clan Leaderâs cunning nature had deceived her too easily. In this moment, she harbored an unwillingness to surrender her assets.
Why should their hard-earned family shop be dissected by these clan members? While she might be powerless against them, having Mrs. Su by her side gave her a semblance of strength.
Chen Linâer sneered at the Clan Leader. âIf youâre aware of my identity, promptly report it to the authorities! Regardless, I wonât yield my assets today!â
âLet me make it clearâIâve faced death itself without flinching. So, why would I cower before the likes of you? You think you can use clan rules to stifle me?â
âWhen my family suffered harm, and I faced the gallows without a murmur, we ceased to be a part of your clan!â
âWeâve long severed ties with your Wang family!â
âHence, youâve no right to swoop in and claim our belongings!â
âDonât assume Iâm powerless. Mrs. Su assured me that if I encounter any troubles, I can seek her assistance!â
Chen Linâerâs words held weight, prompting the Clan Leader to remain silent, albeit temporarily.
However, one man, fueled by indignation, shouted, âClan Leader, donât be swayed by her nonsense! Who is she? Who is Mrs. Su? Mrs. Su enjoys a prestigious status. How can she make such promises?â
This topic had been privately debated among them. They believed Governor Suâs willingness to overturn Chen Linâerâs case wasnât solely for her but rather tied to Governor Suâs recent appointment.
âThe wooden box she holds contains the deeds to the house and shop. We outnumber them two to seven. Why should we fear losing to them?â
These words rekindled their determination, and four middle-aged men advanced toward Chen Linâer and Wang Sanwei.
Wang San tightened his grip on the stick. âDonât assume I wonât strike you just because of your seniority. Take another step, and donât blame me for disregarding the rules!â
As tensions escalated, and a confrontation seemed imminent, a voice from outside the door halted the impending clash.
âMrs. Su has arrived!â
Chen Linâer felt a surge of joy.
Mrs. Su had upheld her promise.
She had mentioned visiting when she found the time, and true to her word, she appeared today, right on time.
Wang Yi and the others were well aware of Mrs. Suâs status.
In the presence of a government officialâs wife, they wouldnât dare to seize Chen Linâerâs belongings.
Chen Linâerâs recent proclamation held weight, and Mrs. Suâs support seemed evident.
It appeared that they wouldnât succeed in claiming her possessions.
Qin Zhenzhen accompanied only by an elderly woman arrived.
Before the carriage entered the alley, she instructed the coachman to halt.
Observing the gathering crowd outside Chen Linâerâs house, she confirmed that the information Su Bin provided was accurate.
Indeed, the members of Chen Linâerâs husbandâs family had come to take control of the assets.
In the past, she had only heard rumors of their oppressive behavior, but now, she could witness it firsthand.
Curious to see the expressions on their faces, she eagerly anticipated the unfolding events..