Chapter 116: Chapter 116: The Groom Ran Away on the Wedding Night (Part 27)

After Lv Ling took Ah Chen away, the Shen Family was somewhat silent.

Wei Menglan still couldn’t believe that the outcome would be like this.

It turned out that Ah Chen didn’t need to stay in the Shen Family at all. That day, she left in a beautiful, magnificent car, escorted by many bodyguards, just like a princess returning to her palace.

“Why are you standing around? Since you’ve taken a leave from the factory, hurry up and get things done at home, there’s still so much to do here.” Jiang Hongying grumbled, “You all go to work every day, and I’m the only one busy at home. Do you really think there’s nothing to be done at home?”

Shen Xun was originally on a day’s leave. Listening to Jiang Hongying’s words, he didn’t dare to be idle and quickly went to find something to do.

Actually, everyone was unhappy about today’s matter, but since it had already happened, they could only accept it.

The silver lining was that Ah Chen finally left. The Shen Family lost money and face, but these would pass, and life would gradually return to peace in the days to come.

Wei Menglan did not dare to go against her mother-in-law’s words and immediately got busy.

Shen Mingqiang sighed and walked inside. As he passed by Shen Chi, he patted him on the shoulder: “Come, let’s talk inside.”

Shen Chi nodded lightly.

The thing he worried about didn’t happen, his parents didn’t scold anyone.

But something even worse happened. Dengtong Town had developed well, and the living standards of the Shen Family seemed to have improved, but they were probably the ones who had changed the least.

As he followed Shen Mingqiang inside, all sorts of emotions filled Shen Chi’s mind during those few short steps.

If he hadn’t left Shuifeng Village back then, what would it be like now?

He quickened his pace, very curious about what had happened over the years, how things had changed so much in just ten years.

Jiang Hongying glanced at him but didn’t say much after all.

She was just angry, that’s why she couldn’t hold back from scolding.

Although the third son didn’t become rich and powerful, her heart was at ease knowing that he was alive and back.

Isn’t it frustrating? Yes, it’s a little frustrating. What if the third son hadn’t left back then…

But the third son is still her son, how much resentment could there be? It’s better to resent Ah Chen instead, who seemed sincere to the third son but didn’t last long. Once the third son returned, she went straight for money.

Too heartless.

It’s good that she left, with her gone, the Shen Family would be much quieter.

The third son had indeed seen the world outside, maybe there could be some change.

Inside, hearing that such a big change in Dengtong Town was because of the Lv Family, Shen Chi could hardly believe it!

He would rather it was because of someone else.

The fact that it was the Lv Family was hard for him to accept.

How could it be the Lv Family?

This afternoon, Shen Chi’s understanding was refreshed again and again, having to admit it was the Lv Family that changed everything. Deep regret filled his heart, even if he liked Mei Li so much, if he had known about the Lv Family’s opportunities, he wouldn’t have left back then.

But regret was useless.

Judging from Ah Chen’s attitude today, there was no chance for reconciliation.

Shen Chi’s face was pale, but he was still unwilling in his heart.

Wei Menglan was preparing pig feed, her mind in chaos until the two children came home from school, the noise at the door brought her back to reality. Seeing the two children gave her some comfort.

Her gaze fell particularly on her younger son, who was her hope.

No matter how well off Ah Chen was, she was already twenty-eight, not married, with no children, who knew what the future would hold.

She noticed her eldest daughter’s face looked unwell, so she asked, “Tongtong, what’s wrong with you?”

Shen Tong covered her face and walked over: “Mom, my tooth hurts.”

“Open your mouth and let me see,” Wei Menglan said.

Shen Tong hesitated for a moment and opened her mouth. Wei Menglan was stunned to see Shen Tong’s decayed molar, asked nervously, “Why is your molar almost completely decayed?”

Shen Tong was almost fifteen, long past the age to lose baby teeth. Such severe decay meant no new teeth would grow. Since teeth are meant to last a lifetime, what would she do having them decay at such a young age?

“How come it’s so decayed and you never told me?” Wei Menglan grabbed Shen Tong’s shoulders, eyes red, “Don’t you know how important teeth are?”

Shen Tong stood there in silence.

“Tongtong, don’t just stand there silently.” Wei Menglan was very angry, a decayed molar, how would she eat in the future?

Shen Tong finally spoke, “I did say something.”

“Mom, I told you before, said it several times, but grandma brushed it off, and you didn’t say anything. Once at the dinner table, Aunt even mentioned taking me to the hospital for my teeth, but everyone thought it wasn’t serious, unnecessary, and you agreed. My tooth decay started internally, and by the time it hurt, a lot was already damaged.”

Grandma didn’t want to spend money on it, dad didn’t care, grandma would say anything without mom objecting, and grandpa kept quiet. Mentioning it several times was pointless, so she stopped.

Wei Menglan opened her mouth but was speechless.

“Mom, I’m going to do my homework.” Shen Tong covered her face and turned to enter the room.

Wei Menglan said, “I’ll take half a day off tomorrow and take you to the hospital.”

Shen Tong paused and looked back at her, “What if grandma disagrees? Do you have the money?”

The family funds were all in grandma’s hands.

Wei Menglan was stunned by the question, standing there for a long time without saying anything.

Shen Tong sighed softly and stepped into the room.

See, she knew it was useless.

Her classmates said if she had visited early when it started hurting, filling it wouldn’t let it get this bad. If this tooth decays, the rest would follow suit if this continued.

As she walked into the main room, she instinctively glanced towards Aunt’s room, finding the door open with no one inside, not even her usual belongings around.

She walked briskly over.

The furnishings remained, but without any traces of Aunt.

She had left!

Shen Tong was absolutely certain.

The news of Shen Chi’s return quickly spread in Shuifeng Village and Wenshi Village, arousing many people’s memories that had been sealed for a decade.

Today, at the Lv Family, things were particularly lively, but upon closer look, there weren’t many people at the dining table.

Ding Haiying, Lv Youwei, Lv Ling, Lin Shumei, Lv Sihua, Lv Sirong, along with Ah Chen.

But everyone was joyful.

Even the two kids were allowed to taste a sip of wine for the first time, which got them so excited that they couldn’t figure out directions, secretly discussing its taste.

The family didn’t say much, yet each had a cheerful look.

Ah Chen was satisfied seeing their state. Up until now, the Commissioner’s wish was fulfilled. Things were easier now; she just needed to watch over from the side, preventing any accidents. The Lv Family members were all hardworking, excelling in their respective industries. While she helped out at the start, they had been making progress and learning on their own, so she rarely intervened now.

After dinner, they chatted for a while and then went to rest. The Lv Family members were busy, each with their own business.

It’s worth mentioning that Lin Shumei was now the principal of Dengtong Town No. 1 Elementary School, having advanced her education to a master’s level.

Lv Ling was so happy that he drank a little too much.

Initially, he planned to mention to his family about his sister fancying a blond guy, but he forgot.

His sister said the guy wasn’t a blond, but he strongly felt the guy was a blond.

Late at night, light suddenly appeared outside the Lv Family’s house.

Ah Chen hadn’t been asleep. She knew someone couldn’t hold back the news. She stayed on the second floor, and by opening the window, she could see the situation outside the house.

As the window opened, a tall and slender figure emerged from the car below.

The young man from those years had grown into an exceptionally handsome young man. Having sensed something, he looked up and saw the person standing by the window, at that moment, he felt his heart filled.

“Sister Ah Chen.”

Was she waiting for him? He wanted to ask but didn’t dare to.

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