The Husband I Snatched Is Not Right!-Chapter 104: This World Is Rotten to the Core

Chapter 104: Chapter 104: This World Is Rotten to the Core

Ying Yin’s face darkened.

At this moment, Xiao Huaian spoke up.

"My father often talked about the events of that year, saying that the national treasury was empty, the Imperial Palace’s expenses were reduced, and Duke Shun and the Grand Tutor put a lot of effort into raising funds for charity."

"No funding? Each amount was indeed solid silver."

"Enough for you to drink thick porridge and survive those years."

As Xiao Huaian spoke, the heads of the noblemen from the Ministry of Justice lowered further and further, not daring to breathe loudly.

"Why did so many people still die?"

Xiao Huaian asked, "Fifth Prince, do you know?"

Ying Yin’s face was as dark as ink.

The reason was none other than this.

The official who managed the disaster relief back then was his... uncle.

He never expected this fire to reach him.

Ying Yin only said one word.

"Remember!"

Xiao Huaian: Oh dear.

Righteous betrayal of family.

He slowly withdrew his gaze, not knowing why he suddenly remembered that dead person!

The last time Xiao Huaian saw Wei Zhao was three months ago in Shangjing.

The night was very dark, and the Duke Mansion seemed to have fallen into a deathly silence. He climbed over the Wei Family’s wall from outside, avoiding the patrolling guards, and went to Wei Zhao’s study with ease.

He didn’t see anyone.

Xiao Huaian finally saw Wei Zhao outside the Wei Family Ancestral Hall.

The man, covered in dust, was kneeling in the courtyard, his back desolate.

"Returning to the Capital without permission is a serious crime, but you sure are daring."

Xiao Huaian approached, "Just a coincidence, I just got a jar of good wine, how about..."

The words paused.

The closer he got, the more he realized something was wrong with Wei Zhao.

Xiao Huaian was stunned.

Wei Zhao’s eyes were bloodshot, his expression forlorn.

He did nothing, staring blankly in the direction of the ancestral hall.

He didn’t cry.

But the sorrow around him was like a venomous snake, permeating every inch of his skin.

Xiao Huaian had never seen Wei Zhao like this.

Even when Duke Shun passed away, and Wei Zhao was nearly overwhelmed with grief, he still managed to handle the aftermath, never revealing any emotions.

The smile on his lips faded, and he felt an unexplainable panic. He softly said, "Gui Zhi."

Wei Zhao suddenly looked up at him, eyes full of intense loathing.

This loathing was not directed at Xiao Huaian, but seemed to be directed at himself.

Xiao Huaian’s heart jolted with fear.

He had known Wei Zhao for many years, witnessed his noble and carefree youth, his meticulous mind, and also his calm, deep, cold-hearted ruthlessness.

He had never seen him like this.

"W-what’s wrong? What happened?"

"Please don’t scare me?"

The moonlight wrapped around Wei Zhao, pale as snow. He suddenly laughed.

The laughter carried a chilling mockery.

His body trembled uncontrollably, his shoulders shaking.

Something crystal and moist shattered from his eyes and fell downward.

Xiao Huaian cautiously said, "Gui Zhi."

"Don’t call me."

Xiao Huaian: ???

We’ve known each other so well! Why can’t I call you?

At that time, Xiao Huaian felt very at a loss.

There was nothing he could do but quietly accompany him.

After who knows how long, Wei Zhao’s voice was extremely hoarse.

"You see, this world really is rotten."

Indeed.

Xiao Huaian looked at the long line in front of him, and the people’s miserable words.

It really is rotten.

Inside the post station, the lights were bright.

The Wei Family Army stood guard in the mourning hall.

They didn’t speak, clearly hearing the noises outside.

At this time, footsteps came from the front.

The light there was dim, only revealing a sneaky silhouette.

The Wei Family Army all looked over, drawing the knives from their waists, wary.

"It’s me, it’s me."

Rong Di hurriedly spoke up.

"Blades have no eyes, don’t accidentally hurt one of our own."

Chi Yu looked over, various emotions flashing in his eyes before settling into calm.

He didn’t ask where Rong Di had taken Doctor Ge.

"Why are you here?"

Rong Di: ??

He can’t come?

Chi Yu asked, "Is there anything you need my help with?"

Rong Di: ???

Oh, you think you’re so capable!

Rong Di was very sour.

Just a small Deputy General accompanying the General by his side.

What big talk!

Rong Di: "No!"

He would not tell Chi Yu that the General didn’t die!

He, Rong Di, was the one the General trusted the most!!

Thinking of this made Rong Di very proud.

It wasn’t his idea to come, it was...

Wei Zhao’s instruction.

Late at night, Ze County’s security was not good.

Yu Tingwan and Hui Niang went out, Wei Zhao felt uneasy, so he let him follow to ensure their safety.

Truly.

The General really has the potential to be a good husband.

Already knows how to worry about his wife.

Even if it’s fake.

But every day the General is Wei Shen, he, Rong Di, treats Yu Tingwan as his wife!

"I heard that Old Dong wasn’t satisfied with just getting married, and even tried to snatch someone in the street?"

Chi Yu: "He deserves to die!"

Rong Di: "Did you save a girl?"

Chi Yu didn’t care for the girl or not, his eyes flashed with killing intent, "I will never let the Dong Family have it easy!"

Rong Di sighed, "You’re not a great person, how do you have such good luck?"

Let him save!

Then he could earn some credit!

Rong Di: "Didn’t scare the girl, did you?"

Chi Yu was baffled.

"You..."

Chi Yu: "Did you fancy her?"

Then he should have had a better attitude today.

Thinking of what the girl said, all admiration for the General, Chi Yu glanced at Rong Di.

"Good taste."

Rong Di: ???

There was terror in his eyes.

"Shut up! Take it back! Do you even know how to talk?"

"I knew you wanted me dead for a long time!"

Outside the post station.

The illuminated white lanterns hanging from the eaves swayed wildly in the wind.

Finally, it was Yu Tingwan and Hui Niang’s turn.

Hui Niang’s hand trembled with excitement.

Tears shimmered in her eyes: "My... my daughter’s name was Lady Xiao, she... she died unfairly..."

Even though she had been holding these words back for a year, repeating them over and over in front of Yu Tingwan on the way, at this moment she was too emotional, she began to stutter.

Her face was flushed red.

The more anxious she got, the more jumbled her speech became.

Her hand was grasped by Yu Tingwan, gently calming her.

"Mother, let me do it."

Hui Niang: "Okay, okay, you do it."

Yu Tingwan: "My sister-in-law, Lady Xiao, was beautiful and gentle in nature. Her husband was violent by nature, known for his deceit. He loved to drink and would often resort to violence over a disagreement."

"Last year, Lady Xiao was beaten to death by him while being seven months pregnant."

"A decent girl married into their He Family, not to be mistreated, yet ended without even a respectable death. As I know, that beast soon found someone new, a person now through the door, with a child already."

"The horrific injuries on Lady Xiao and the blood long dried are enough to show the case involves a human life, the entire Xilin Village stands witness."

"Even if Lady Xiao committed a grave mistake, her family should have been notified. Their He Family’s own shame, with some stinking money, sitting as esteemed guests of the County Magistrate Mansion, thinking highly of themselves."

"If they wanted to remarry, a simple divorce letter would suffice and everyone could go their own way. We come from a humble background but uphold integrity and shame in the family. We can’t stand seeing our girl suffer and would have taken her back ourselves. Why resort to such disregard for human life?"