Chapter 1590 - 1586: Mu Shuangshuang vs Ruan Xiao Jiao

Mu Shuangshuang looked at Uncle Si’s family, her heart filled with various intertwined emotions.

There were some things she couldn’t say too much about, nor was it suitable for her to teach Si’s family how to do things.

Moreover, everyone handles matters differently.

If it were her today, even if Mu Dade wanted to divorce Mrs. Jin, she would definitely make Mrs. Jin stay at the brothel for a few days to ruin her reputation.

As for Mu Dade, she would definitely make a fuss with the County Magistrate for condoning his wife’s violence.

However, these methods were probably the only things she would do!

After the family of Si finished crying, wiped away their tears, Mu Shuangshuang felt it was time to say the words she had buried in her heart.

"Uncle Si, Aunt Si, Xiaxia! I want to return to the village today!"

Mu Shuangshuang’s words were like a bolt of thunder, shocking everyone in Si’s family.

Especially Mu Xiaxia, whose eyes showed a look of fear.

Mu Shuangshuang knew what she wanted to say. She said, "Xiaxia, I know you’re still afraid, but people must grow up!

You see, this morning you needed to hold my hand, but now you can be this far from me, proving you can slowly overcome your fears!

As for Xiao Chu, since I’m helping, I’ll help to the end. I’ll ensure that Zheng Zhi continues to look for him! Once there’s news, you’ll be notified immediately!"

The last words she didn’t say were that she couldn’t do much to help find Xiao Chu.

She didn’t even know which county Xiao Chu was in.

If it were just within the county, she could still help!

"Sister Shuangshuang, I can’t bear to leave you!" Mu Xiaxia said.

"I can’t bear to leave you either, but I’ve been away too long, two or three months, even the New Year was spent outside!

Mother and father must be very worried about me, and at the very least, I have to go home to spend the Lantern Festival with them, and eat a warm meal of dumplings!"

Had it not been for Mu Xiaxia’s matter, she’d already be at home now, accompanying her parents, staying with Xiao Han, Little Zhi, and Yuanbao.

But Mu Shuangshuang did not blame Mu Xiaxia; on the contrary, she was grateful that she came in time and didn’t delay on the road for even half a day.

Otherwise, she really might not have been able to help Mu Xiaxia!

Hearing Mu Shuangshuang’s words, Mu Xiaxia looked guilt-ridden and said: "I’m sorry, it’s all because of me..."

Before she could finish, Mu Shuangshuang interrupted, "You’re not wrong; you’re the victim! It’s Mrs. Jin, that woman, who’s at fault!

If it weren’t for the bad things she did, none of these bad things would have happened!"

"But..." Mu Xiaxia started to say, moved.

"There’s no ’but’, and victims shouldn’t take on the blame themselves! Xiaxia, remember what I said, don’t take responsibility for everything, whoever did the bad things, they should bear the burden!" Mu Shuangshuang emphasized.

With Mu Shuangshuang’s words, Mu Xiaxia felt relieved.

Actually, she wanted to say that it was she who delayed Sister Shuangshuang’s reunion time, but in the end, she didn’t open her mouth.

"Shuangshuang, neither Uncle Si nor Aunt Si will persuade you further; we only hope... you’ll come to the county to visit us when you have time!" Mu Dajiang said.

"I will! Don’t worry, Uncle Si!"

Mu Shuangshuang replied.

Because Mu Shuangshuang was leaving, the meal turned into a farewell banquet.

None of the four were very happy while eating.

After lunch, Mu Shuangshuang took Mu Dajiang to the Red House to repay the eighteen taels of silver debt owed by Mu Xiaxia.

The shopkeeper inquired about Mu Xiaxia’s situation, to which Mu Shuangshuang replied for Mu Dajiang: "Xiaxia is fine, she borrowed money because of some family issues, but now that things have been half-resolved, she won’t need the money anymore!"

The Red Lady had dealt with Mu Shuangshuang before.

She also knew that Mu Shuangshuang had a good relationship with Zheng Zhi, so she respected Mu Shuangshuang greatly.

"Will she come back?"

The Red Lady guessed the answer but couldn’t help asking.

"She probably won’t!"

Given Mu Xiaxia’s current condition, she would likely need to stay home for a while to calm down!

"Then could you tell Xiaxia that the Red House will always welcome her if she wishes to return?"

Mu Shuangshuang nodded, "I will!"

After seeing the Red Lady, Mu Shuangshuang sent Mu Dajiang back and went to Jiu Si Xuan to find Zheng Zhi.

She had just arrived at the restaurant when she unexpectedly ran into Ruan Xiao Jiao, who was there to eat.

Her belly was already very large; she held her waist and had no maid beside her.

Perhaps she was afraid her affairs would be discovered?

Thinking this, Mu Shuangshuang saw Ruan Xiao Jiao approach her.

"It’s you..." Ruan Xiao Jiao said.

Mu Shuangshuang nodded, "It’s me!"

"What are you doing here?" Ruan Xiao Jiao’s expression showed some wariness.

Mu Shuangshuang quickly understood; she was waiting for someone!

"I came here to eat!" Mu Shuangshuang said naturally.

"To eat? What are you eating at this time of day?" Ruan Xiao Jiao asked.

Her tone was somewhat aggressive.

"Does that concern you?" Mu Shuangshuang asked with a cold smile.

She was not someone easily bullied.

This woman had degraded herself to hold onto a man like Mu Dade; why should she respect her?

"You..." Ruan Xiao Jiao was extremely angry.

Afraid that Mu Dade might show up, she pointed at Mu Shuangshuang and said, "Leave here immediately!"

"Ha, Aunt Jiaojiao, how amusing! Is this your place? Or did the County Magistrate allow you to act wildly here?"

"You know I’m the County Magistrate’s concubine, you should know you ought to listen to me!" Ruan Xiao Jiao said.

"Sorry, but I don’t want to listen to you! If you keep talking to me like this, don’t blame me for being impolite!" Mu Shuangshuang retorted.

"Are you willing to let your family suffer consequences?" Ruan Xiao Jiao threatened Mu Shuangshuang.

From the moment she decided to eliminate Taohua, Ruan Xiao Jiao was no longer the same.

She had become selfish, willing to do anything for Mu Dade, herself, and the child she carried, even if it meant murder and arson; she feared nothing!

"Aunt Jiaojiao also forgot that I know the County Magistrate, and the County Magistrate’s wife favors me!

Wickedness never prevails over righteousness, a mistress can’t beat the principal wife. Rather than act like a mad dog biting aimlessly, Aunt Jiaojiao should focus on legitimizing her status as a concubine!"

Mu Shuangshuang’s sharp words stemmed from the moment she saved Taohua.

Ruan Xiao Jiao had become, in her eyes, beyond redemption!

"Just you wait, I won’t let you have it easy!"

Ruan Xiao Jiao, holding her belly, turned towards the corner of the street to leave.

After only two steps, Mu Shuangshuang’s calm voice reached her from behind, "Aunt Jiaojiao, some things can’t stay hidden forever unless you don’t do them!

Don’t think of backstabbing me, I’m not easily provoked either!"

Ruan Xiao Jiao’s body trembled, and after a long moment, she continued walking forward.

Mu Shuangshuang knew she had offended Ruan Xiao Jiao, but she didn’t care!

This woman’s heart had gone dark, her conscience corroded; she was beyond saving!

If she dared to harm her, Mu Shuangshuang would absolutely expose all of Mu Dade’s deeds!