Chapter 320: It’s You Who’s Been Delusionally Hopeful

Chapter 320: It's You Who's Been Delusionally Hopeful

Time teaches many things, and Lady Yang learned that decisiveness is essential in action. You can hesitate, but others won't wait for you.

After her two sons made their decision, she took them back to her parental home. Lady Yang's father had long since passed away, so she could only discuss the matter with her two brothers. Seeing her arrive with her sons, looking like they had important matters to discuss, they quickly called their own sons over.

In many respects, they were acutely aware of their own dullness, ever since the passing of their father, major decisions were deferred to their son. Fortunately, their son was not as obtuse as they were.

The three esteemed members of the Lin family, who held respectable positions in the imperial court, soon arrived. Upon seeing the elder Mrs. Yang and their two cousins, they all adopted a resolute demeanor as if ready to face death. They immediately straightened up, a sense of nervousness settling in their hearts.

Although their standing in the official circles was decent, it largely depended on the patronage of their uncle, Grand Tutor Yang. If the Yang family were to encounter troubles, their future careers would undoubtedly be affected.

Once the three men were seated, the elder Mrs. Yang cut straight to the chase, "I wish to divorce Yang Huacan."

Her words struck like a bolt from the blue, leaving the Lin men’s minds buzzing. After a lengthy silence, the elder Mrs. Yang's eldest brother asked with a trembling voice, "Why? Aren’t you two on good terms? Your brother-in-law has always kept his household in perfect order."

The rest of the Lin family nodded in agreement, but this only deepened the chill in elder Mrs. Yang's heart. She had given almost her entire life for the Lin family, but how many among them truly cared for her?

Taking a deep breath, she declared, "Not only do I seek a divorce, but from now on, Mingde and Mingsheng will carry the Lin surname. They will no longer belong to the Yang family and will have nothing to do with Yang Huacan."

Elder Yang and Second Master Yang were named Yang Mingde and Yang Mingsheng, respectively.

The Lin family was once again stunned, this time their silence lasted even longer. Then, elder Mrs. Yang’s second brother addressed her, "At such an age, why create such a fuss? Mingde and Mingsheng too, following in your drama. Let me tell you, even if you divorce, our Lin family will not..."

"Father!"

Interrupted by his son, Lin Sanye, Third Master Lin, the second elder Mr. Lin ceased speaking. However, his face still wore an expression of disapproval towards elder Mrs. Yang's decision.

"Aunt," Lin Sanye interjected, "You know well the kind of person my father is, please don't take his words to heart."

Lin Sanye was well aware that unless it was a matter of great importance, elder Mrs. Yang would not have made such a decision. Setting aside the interests of the Lin family, she would still consider the welfare of her descendants.

But elder Mrs. Yang's heart had grown cold towards the Lin family. Looking at the seated Lin family members, she declared, "As a married woman, I can establish my own household after the divorce, independent of the Lin family. My descendants will carry the surname Lin, not yours, but mine - Lin Xiuting’s Lin."

Having said this, elder Mrs. Yang stood up, "My visit today was not to discuss the divorce with you, but to inform you as my close kin."

With that, she made to leave, and both Yang Mingde and Yang Mingsheng rose to follow, their disappointment in the Lin family evident.

The elder Mrs. Yang's three nephews quickly stepped in front of the trio, with Lin Dala bowing deeply to elder Mrs. Yang, "Aunt, we are at fault. As you said, we are close kin. Please, what exactly has transpired for things to come to this?"

Elder Mrs. Yang looked at him and replied indifferently, "Do you know why Yang Huacan once wanted to divorce me?"

Second Master Lin said, "Wasn’t it because of another woman?"

Madam Yang: "It was for a woman, and that woman was Concubine Yuan."

This revelation struck the Lin family like a bolt from the blue, leaving them dazed for a long time. By the time they came to their senses, Madam Yang had already left with her sons. The Lin family members hurried back inside to discuss how to deal with the situation.

Meanwhile, Madam Yang and her two sons returned home, no longer mentioning the Lin family. True colors are revealed only in times of crisis.

"Call your father now, and tell him," Madam Yang instructed.

Both sons nodded, and Madam Yang sent someone to the front yard to summon Grand Tutor Yang. It wasn't long before he arrived. Seeing the three of them together, Grand Tutor Yang furrowed his brows and asked, "What trouble is there now?"

Madam Yang felt amused, but she couldn't bring herself to laugh. Gazing at Grand Tutor Yang's aged face, she declared, "Yang Huacan, I want to divorce you."

"What?" Grand Tutor Yang thought he was hearing things.

Back then, when he wanted a divorce, his reasons were clear—he wished to marry another woman. But Lin Xiuting adamantly refused, even threatening to take the matter to court, vowing to turn the world upside down.

She even went to the Yuan family to make a scene, which eventually led to his beloved becoming a concubine in the palace. Of course, the divorce never happened. And now, with no possibilities left with Concubine Yuan and no other women in his life, Lin Xiuting was seeking a divorce, which was unthinkable.

Yet at this moment, Madam Yang said each word distinctly, "Yang Huacan, I want a divorce."

"I think you've truly gone mad," Grand Tutor Yang pointed at Madam Yang and said, "When will you stop causing trouble? Haven't I already said that everything I do is for this family? Why can't you understand that?"

Madam Yang didn't want to talk further and stated directly, "You must agree to the divorce. If you don't, I'll expose your affair with that despicable woman. You don't need me to spell out the consequences, do you?"

"You..."

Grand Tutor Yang abruptly stood up, trembling as he pointed at Madam Yang and said, "Won't you even think about your descendants?"

"If you never considered them, why should I sacrifice?" Madam Yang countered.

Grand Tutor Yang collapsed into his chair, and after a long while, he scoffed, "Fine, if you want a divorce, you'll have it."

Madam Yang also sneered, "After the divorce, my sons and grandsons will take my surname, Lin. I'll take my dowry with me, and you should give half of your possessions to the children. Setting up a new household will require quite a lot."

"You..."

Grand Tutor Yang rose abruptly again, pointing at Madam Yang and said, "Lin Xiuting, you're delusional."

Madam Yang sneered back, "It's you who has always been delusional."

Grand Tutor Yang felt she was being unreasonable and turned to his sons, "What do you two have to say?"

Yang Mingde and Yang Mingsheng looked at him with eyes full of hatred and disgust. Yang Mingde said, "We shall heed our mother’s wishes. Father, this might be the last time I address you as such. I hope you will reflect on your actions."

Yang Mingsheng also spoke, "Father, please take care of yourself."

The Grand Tutor, Yang, raised his hand pointing at them, his face turning red with anger, yet he was unable to utter a word. Then, with a thud, a stream of fresh blood spurted from his mouth, and he collapsed to the ground.