Chapter 56: Chapter 7: Old Mrs. Xiao Comes Wreaking Havoc

Chuntao was so indignant that she almost cursed out loud, but Shen Ruoxi gently pulled her back.

She emanated an intense aura, coldly sweeping her gaze over the gossiping crowd around her.

Especially among those who slandered her, she paused for a moment, as if to remember their faces.

For a moment, everyone felt a chill rise from the soles of their feet, their hearts fluttering with dread at Shen Ruoxi’s formidable presence.

The surroundings instantly fell silent, as if even the air had solidified.

Even Old Mrs. Xiao found herself being suffocated by the low pressure surrounding them.

Her gaze involuntarily turned to Shen Ruoxi, who was bathed in the gentle morning light, enveloped by a layer of radiant warmth that was dazzling.

She wore a silk gown as light and flowing as drifting clouds, its hem embroidered with intricate peony patterns, adding a touch of charming elegance to her.

A golden phoenix hairpin was slanted in her hair, its tail shimmering under the sunlight, complementing her captivating beauty and making her appear even more graceful and dignified.

She stood there, aloof and noble, like a celestial being untarnished by the world, instantly inspiring genuine awe and reverence among those present.

Old Mrs. Xiao’s heart trembled slightly, secretly astounded.

Was this still the Shen Ruoxi who once washed her hands and made soup, gentle and demure?

The person before her now was worlds apart from her past self, the disparity so vast that Old Mrs. Xiao felt as if she were in another world.

How could this possibly be Shen Ruoxi?

However, at that moment, Shen Ruoxi’s assertive voice rang out: “Old Mrs. Xiao, Young General Xiao and I have already divorced. Why have you come to my residence early in the morning to speak insolently?”

This voice was clear and powerful, resonating throughout the entire venue, shocking everyone present.

People also wondered, is she still the gentle and soft Shen Ruoxi?

At this moment, she exuded a powerful aura, and the surroundings instantly fell silent.

Old Mrs. Xiao was also intimidated by her fierce momentum, almost falling off her chair.

She took a deep breath, forcefully suppressing the tremor in her heart, and said in a deep voice, “Shen Ruoxi, when you married into the Xiao Family, did I ever treat you poorly?”

Shen Ruoxi chuckled coldly, her voice filled with deep mockery and disdain: “My mother prepared eighteen chests of sumptuous dowry for me, yet what gift did you give the Shen Mansion in return?”

Old Mrs. Xiao’s face turned slightly red, awkwardly defending, “You can’t say that, Chengyi was fighting heroically for the country, as his wife, you should understand his hardships and struggles.”

Shen Ruoxi suddenly raised her voice, her tone icy and firm: “Understand? In what way have I not been understanding? Hasn’t every penny of the Xiao Family’s expenses in the past two years come from my dowry?

And you still have the audacity to say such things! So tell me, Old Mrs. Xiao, during these two years when Xiao Chengyi was away, where exactly did I fall short?”

Old Mrs. Xiao wanted to retort, but Shen Ruoxi already interrupted fiercely: “You’ve been so ’good’ to me that I can’t even speak about it! When Xiao Chengyi married me, he solemnly promised my mother that he would never take a concubine in his life. Only then did my mother entrust me to him.

On our wedding day, he still resolutely went to the battlefield, while I worked diligently in the Xiao Family, with no complaints or regrets.

Xiao Chengyi returned with glorious military achievements, but what he did chilled me to the bone.

Not only did he elevate a concubine to wife status, but he also let her bear his child. The vows of the past have turned to emptiness.

Why shouldn’t I choose to leave?

I had thought to leave some dignity for the sake of past sentiments, but some people insist on tearing everything apart. If that’s the case, I won’t back down!

And for those just watching, let me make myself clear. If I hear one more slanderous word against me or the Shen Family, don’t blame me, Shen Ruoxi, for being impolite!”

Seeing the situation deteriorate, Old Mrs. Xiao began to throw a tantrum, “You married into the Xiao Family, so the dowry naturally belongs to the Xiao Family. Even if you divorce, you must leave half behind, or I will never let this rest.”

Shen Ruoxi sneered, mockingly said, “Old Mrs. Xiao, have you gone senile? Want my dowry? You’re dreaming in broad daylight!

Don’t forget, your grandson still owes me a hefty sum of silver! Make sure he repays it soon.”

The people around quickly adapted to the situation, “I’ve never seen someone so shameless, using someone’s dowry for two years, and wanting to covet more after a divorce, it’s laughable.”

“This is the first time I’ve seen something like this. Is the Xiao Mansion living off its daughter-in-law’s dowry? I heard the new lady has an official rank, looks like they’ll rely on her to support the Xiao Mansion now.”

“If it were me, I would’ve wanted to leave long ago, where does Old Mrs. Xiao get the nerve to say such things?”

Old Mrs. Xiao, who always thought the dowry should belong to her, now faced with people’s ridicule, her face turned green and white, cold sweat beading on her forehead.

At this moment, Old Mrs. Xu stepped in to mediate, “Ruoxi, no matter what, Old Mrs. Xiao was once your grandmother, don’t make it too unpleasant.”

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