Chapter 344: Just to Part Ways

as taken aback and couldn't quite believe that she had actually let herself go home. Seeing that she didn't seem to be joking, she didn't dare ask any further questions and simply replied: "Thank you,...Changxing Houfu.

When the Duke and Duchess of Wuan, accompanied by the heir apparent, arrived at Marquis Changxing's residence, they saw that the elders of the Gu family were all gathered together. Lady Gu, the matriarch, sat at the head, and everyone present had a somber expression. After they entered the room, all eyes fell upon them, their gazes filled with an air of accusation.

Duke Wu'an and his wife's hearts pounded. Seeing this commotion, they knew this matter wouldn't be easy to resolve.

The young master of the Duke of Wuan hung his head low, not daring to look at the Gu family's people. Even so, he could still feel an invisible pressure bearing down on him, crushing him until he couldn't raise his head.

A family of three greeted the Gu family.

Then, Marquis Wu'an cast a glance at everyone present and feigning ignorance, asked: "I wonder what important matter Lord Gu seeks to discuss with us"

Lady Wu An also looked bewildered, as if she had no idea what they were doing here.

Mrs. Gu glanced at them, her voice low and serious: "Are you truly ignorant, or are you feigning ignorance about what has happened"

"Auntie, please be kind and understand. My junior self truly doesn't know what has happened. I received the news and immediately brought Xiaoger back before rushing over here. However, is there anything Xiaoger did wrong"

He then looked at his son and continued, "I noticed that Xiaolong's face was not right. On the way here, I asked his mother about it, but he wouldn't say anything. We couldn't do anything about it. If Xiaolong has done something wrong, please let the old lady know, and we will certainly educate him severely."

When Zhang saw the couple behaving this way, anger surged through her again. She questioned them sternly: "Your good son beat up our Xiaoyi, almost killing her! As elders, don't you know anything about this"

As soon as she finished speaking, she picked up the teacup beside her and hurled it at Wu An Bo's son. Wu An Bo's son didn't dodge and was hit squarely by the cup.

"What!"

Lady Wu An was shocked beyond words, she suddenly looked at her son with an expression of disbelief, and turned to ask: "Brother-in-law, you said that Xiaoger beat Xuanyi When did this happen I have never heard of it before"

"Uncle Wuan, I'm also shocked: "Uncle-in-law, we've never heard of this before. What on earth happened" He then turned to his son, "Xiaoer, is what your mother said true Did you really hit Xuanyi Even if there's a disagreement between you, you shouldn't lay a hand on Xuanyi."

Before leaving, his parents had already discussed the matter with him, agreeing that he would take full responsibility. His parents pretended to be oblivious, and the son of Duke Wu'an could only cooperate with their performance, bowing his head and remaining silent.

Zhang watched their family of three, always feeling like they were acting. She sneered: "Don't you really know You are the only ones who know for sure in your own hearts."

"Father-in-law, we truly didn't know about this."

Lady Wǔ'ān, in haste shook her head, then turned to push her own son, and shouted angrily: "Shāo’er, what on earth is going on between you and Xuanyí Hurry up and explain everything to the elders. If you really did lay your hands on her, go apologize to Xuanyí and beg for her forgiveness.

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At this time, Gu Xuanyi walked out from the back hall, her eyes filled with hatred as she glared at Wuan Bo's son, hissing, “I will never forgive this beast in my lifetime! Even if this beast knelt down and begged me, it would be useless!”

Lord Wu'an and his wife followed the sound and saw that Gu Xuanyi had a ferocious expression, glaring fiercely at their son. Her eyes were filled with boundless hatred, which was terrifying. They also saw the wounds on Gu Xuanyi's face and the strangulation marks on her neck.

Lady Wu'an drew in a sharp breath, her expression one of extreme shock. She asked incredulously, "Xuan Yi, your injuries... were they inflicted by Shao Er"

Gu Xuyan looked at her father-in-law and mother-in-law, who were shocked. She wasn't sure if they knew the truth, so she pretended they didn't. A malicious smile suddenly appeared on her face: "If it wasn't your good son who did this, who else would do such a beastly thing You don't know, do you Your good son has a fondness for men. He was being played by a rough-looking man while also playing with a delicate-looking one. The three of them were fooling around together."

Such vulgar and offensive words should never come from the mouth of a lady like Gu Xuanyi. However, at this moment, she was consumed by hatred, her words unrestrained. She thought to herself that she had been disgusted, so those beasts' parents deserved to be equally repulsed. Let them know what kind of person their supposedly proud son really is.

“Love between a dragon and a male consort” When Lady Wu An heard this news, she was stunned as if struck by lightning. She instinctively defended her son, “This is impossible, Xuan Yi, did you misunderstand Xiao’er is a man of integrity, he loves you deeply, how could he have such a preference”

Gu Xuyan saw the despairing expressions on the couple's faces, and she felt her hatred venting. She suddenly laughed, then said with malice, "He claims to be a virtuous man, but he only keeps his distance from women. He's probably welcoming anyone who comes near him if they're men. You weren't saying the other day that you wanted me to give you a grandson I'm telling you, don't even dream about it. It's impossible. Neither I nor any other woman could ever do that because he has no interest in women whatsoever. I've been married to him for over half a year and I remain a virgin."

Wuan Bo suddenly turned to look at his son, raised his hand, and slapped him hard across the face. "You bastard!" he roared, "Is what Xuanyi said true Before getting betrothed, didn't you say you loved Xuanyi and would marry her for life What's going on now How could you do something so disgraceful to our family"

Lady Wu'an, enraged, raised her fist and pounded it against her son. "You rebellious child! Are you trying to drive me and your father to our graves What kind of depravity is this" She then turned to her daughter-in-law with a look of remorse, "Xuan Yi, this time, it's Shaoger who was wrong. Your mother and I will definitely take action and punish him severely. We will also make sure he gets rid of this bad habit."

Gu Xuyan's voice was resolute: "Whether he will change or not has nothing to do with me, I just want a divorce from him."

Lady Wu An: "Xuan Yi..."

At this moment, Gu Jingxi, who had been sitting silently on the side without saying a word, suddenly put down the empty teacup he was playing with. His movements were neither light nor heavy, and the teacup made a sound when it touched the table. Everyone heard the noise and instinctively looked at him.

“Peng Madam, whether or not you and Mr. Peng are aware of this, you must give our Gu family an explanation today. As for Xianyi, she will never return to your Peng family. I’ve already had someone write the divorce papers, and Xianyi has signed and sealed them. Now, please have the Second Prince of Peng also sign and seal them. If you refuse, I've also prepared a report that will be presented to the Emperor tomorrow.”

Duke Wu'an's face drastically changed: "Lord Gu, this..."

Gu Jingxi narrowed his eyes, warningly gazing at him. He asked slowly, "Elder Peng, considering our family ties, I didn't directly present the letter to the emperor. Instead, I sent someone to invite you here. I believe Elder Peng wouldn't want me to disregard past affection and submit the letter tomorrow, would he"ring at him with a solemn expression, those sharp eyes sent shivers down his spine. He didn't dare to retort for a moment, so he pretended to think for a while and said: "But what about Xian Yi She is...