Chapter 1432: Standing Up for You

Chapter 1432: Chapter 1432: Standing Up for You

During the confrontation with Kong Lizhen, Qiu Shuyun was completely outmatched.

Although she was unwilling, she knew when to stop, otherwise it would be self-humiliation.

She probed, "What is Miss Kong’s relationship with the Zhuang Family?"

"I have no relation with the Zhuang Family; I am merely Mu Yan’s godmother," Kong Lizhen said calmly, "Of course, if Mu Yan wishes, she could also take my last name, Kong."

Qiu Shuyun, "..."

Changing one’s surname is that simple?

However, she understood that Kong Lizhen was indeed very fond of Mu Yan.

Her eyes shifted, as she said, "Did Miss Kong come back with Mu Yan today because of her issues with Jing Heng?"

Kong Lizhen did not speak.

Qiu Shuyun took her silence as confirmation and sighed, "I don’t mean to speak ill of Jing Heng, but he has been simply outrageous. With his status, marrying Mu Yan is a blessing from his past life’s good deeds. Who would have thought he’d neglect her, engaging in those shameful acts, not only tarnishing the reputation of our Jiang Family but also damaging the harmony between the Jiang Family and the Zhuang Family? Most importantly, he hurt Mu Yan’s heart."

Kong Lizhen frowned slightly, appearing somewhat displeased.

Qiu Shuyun noticed her reaction and seized the moment, saying, "Although Jing Heng was out of line, he merely committed the mistake all men in this world would. As women, we must have magnanimity. Miss Kong should persuade Mu Yan not to remain fixated; there is no insurmountable obstacle in this life."

Kong Lizhen smirked and looked at Qiu Shuyun coldly, "Whether or not others have magnanimity, I don’t know, but the Second Lady is indeed a person of magnanimity, considering she can tolerate her husband’s infidelity. If it were me, I would definitely not tolerate it."

Qiu Shuyun sighed, saying, "It’s not that I have magnanimity, but in a wealthy family, marriage decisions are not ours to make. Divorce would damage the interests of both families. The Jiang Family and the Zhuang Family have been friends for generations; we cannot let a small mistake by Jing Heng ruin their relationship."

"A small mistake? He bullied my daughter, and that’s still a small mistake?" Kong Lizhen sneered, "I don’t care about the Jiang Family’s or the Zhuang Family’s relationship, nor do I want to. However, as long as I’m here, no one will bully Mu Yan."

Qiu Shuyun watched her in a fit of anger, hesitating as if unsure of how to persuade her.

Upstairs, in the study room, Mu Yan stood in front of the desk, eyes lowered, waiting for the old man to speak.

The air was silent, Mu Yan held her breath, hands tightly clenched at her sides, inexplicably anxious within.

After what felt like a long time, the old man suddenly spoke, "I didn’t intend to interfere in your matters, but the recent rumors are unpleasant."

"I’m very sorry, Grandpa, we didn’t expect this to escalate so much, but the media reports cannot be fully trusted," Mu Yan immediately said.

Old Sir Jiang leaned back in his chair, looking unwell, his eyelids drooping, appearing exhausted, his eyes murky.

Because of Jiang Yutai’s drug problem, the old man suddenly fell ill.

His age brought numerous illnesses, his health was already poor, and now it’s even worse.

"For you to say that shows you are wise, but I want to know the truth," Old Sir Jiang continued, "I had a life-and-death friendship with your grandfather, you are his granddaughter, and also mine. As for your issues, I will not favor Jing Heng, so just tell me, did he bully you? If so, I will stand up for you."