Chapter 533: Chapter 532: The Young Couple’s Assertiveness
Watching her son’s departing back, Mrs. Zeng was infuriated, "Look at him, he’s talking back to me, saying they’re leaving first and won’t care about us. He must have been brainwashed by his wife."
The more Mrs. Zeng thought about it, the angrier she became.
"I used to think Xiao Hong was nice, but it turns out she’s not that great, only causing family conflicts."
Father Zeng frowned and said, "Why don’t we just go back tomorrow? We’ve already seen enough anyway."
"That’s not what you said before. Why are you changing your mind now? Are you afraid our son will really leave us behind? I’m telling you, I’m not going back. Jiahe is just all talk. Does he really plan to leave us two elders behind and go back on their own? So stop worrying."
Father Zeng pursed his lips and said no more.
The next morning, when Zeng Jiahe was having breakfast, he said goodbye to Ding Yuejun.
"Mom, we’re leaving this afternoon. Thank you so much for your hospitality these past few days."
Although she had already heard from her daughter about Mo Xiaohong’s intention, Ding Yuejun didn’t expect them to leave today, "Why so rushed? Stay for two more days before going back."
"No, Xiao Hong and I have already packed our luggage."
Zeng Jiahe shook his head with a smile, having long made up his mind to leave today.
Beside him, Mo Xiaohong also smiled and said, "Yes, mom, we have already packed, so we’ll leave this afternoon."
At this point, Mrs. Zeng finally reacted. She stood up abruptly, looking at Zeng Jiahe, "Jiahe, when did you decide this? How come I didn’t know."
Zeng Jiahe looked at Mrs. Zeng indifferently and said, "Mom, didn’t I talk to you about this yesterday? Haven’t you packed your luggage yet?"
Mrs. Zeng was at a loss for words, then looked angrily at Zeng Jiahe and said, "I thought you were joking. Didn’t we agree to stay longer? Why are you in such a hurry?"
She finally looked directly at Mo Xiaohong.
"Xiao Hong, were you the one urging Jiahe to go back all along? We’ve come all the way to Shangjing; shouldn’t we enjoy ourselves a bit more?"
Seeing Mrs. Zeng’s attitude, Mo Xiaohong didn’t want to say anything more. She said coldly, "Mom, we’ve almost had our fun, so it’s time to go back. Jiahe talked to you about this yesterday, and if you haven’t packed your luggage, do it after breakfast. We’ve already bought the tickets for this afternoon."
"You... you... I’m not going back. If you want to go back, you go by yourselves."
In the end, Mrs. Zeng came right out with that.
Mo Xiaohong was amused by this.
"Mom, then we’ll go back first. You and dad can continue to stay in Shangjing. But... are you really comfortable staying at my mother’s house? I’ve never heard of anyone staying long-term at their in-laws’."
"You..."
Mrs. Zeng was infuriated and was about to scold Mo Xiaohong when Old Master Ding put his chopsticks down.
He already thought Mrs. Zeng was a bit out of line, but he didn’t expect her to plan on staying at their house. He was about to say something when Housekeeper Ding came over.
"Master, Mr. Wei is here."
"Mr. Wei?"
Old Master Ding looked a bit puzzled.
Housekeeper Ding continued, "Yes, Mr. Wei Hanliang has come to see you."
This made Old Master Ding even more puzzled. He really couldn’t think of why Wei Hanliang would come to see him, but since he was here, he naturally asked Housekeeper Ding to invite him in.
Seeing there was a guest, Mrs. Zeng naturally said no more, especially since she was a bit intimidated by Old Master Ding.
After Wei Hanliang was brought in by Housekeeper Ding, he smiled at Old Ding and said, "Old Ding, long time no see."
"Yes, indeed, it has been a while. What brings you here today?"
"I came to discuss something with you, sir."
Upon hearing this, Old Master Ding said directly, "In that case, let’s go to the study to talk."
After the two left, Mrs. Zeng watched Wei Hanliang’s back with curiosity and asked, "Who was that? He looks really proper."
She didn’t know if it was the Shangjing lifestyle that was better, but everyone she met looked good, and Wei Hanliang’s elegant demeanor was truly unforgettable.
Mo Xiaohong said nothing, her expression cold as she sat there.
Zeng Jiahe also remained silent, finally looking at his mother and saying, "Mom, you and dad should go pack your luggage. We’re leaving this afternoon."
Seeing Old Master Ding was gone, Mrs. Zeng, unabashed, slammed her chopsticks down and said, "I already said I’m not leaving."
Seeing Mrs. Zeng like this, Ding Yuejun couldn’t help but shake her head. It seemed Xiao Hong’s mother-in-law was determined to have her bring them all to live in Shangjing.
But her daughter had already told her what Xiao Hong wanted, and since Xiao Hong didn’t want to stay in Shangjing, she naturally wouldn’t insist, nor would she let Mrs. Zeng have her way.
Mrs. Zeng naturally didn’t miss Ding Yuejun shaking her head, and she sneered, "Yue Jun, you wouldn’t want me to spill your secrets in front of so many people, would you? You better think it over."
"Aunt Zeng, if you have something to say, just say it."
Seeing Mrs. Zeng threatening her mother, Yiyi’s anger flared up, her expression full of indifference.
"You really want me to say it out loud? You better think it over."
Seeing Ding Yuejun and Yiyi looking unafraid, Mrs. Zeng felt a bit anxious. Could it really be that Ding Yuejun was okay with everyone knowing about the many men who liked her? It didn’t make sense; wasn’t she afraid of gossip?
Seeing Mrs. Zeng still trying to threaten them, Ding Yuejun’s face turned cold, "Go ahead and say whatever you want."
"You..."
Just as Mrs. Zeng was about to speak, Zeng Jiahe stood up, "Mom, if you keep on being unreasonable, Xiao Hong and I will really leave. Once we’re home, you two will have to fend for yourselves. We’ll move out with the kids, and while I’ll still care for you, there’s no need for further interaction."
"Zeng Jiahe, what do you mean by that?"
Hearing this from her son, Mrs. Zeng truly panicked. From his tone, he sounded like he wanted to cut ties with them.
Zeng Jiahe said nothing else, directly taking Xiao Hong and the kids to leave.
Even Father Zeng started to worry. They only had one son; what if he really abandoned them? He glared at Mrs. Zeng and said, "Why are you still standing there? Hurry up and pack your luggage."
Mrs. Zeng was still a bit reluctant, but in the end, unwillingly went to pack her luggage.