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"What? Is someone outside?"
This exclamation startled the two sisters-in-law of Zhou Xiaoying, who had been eavesdropping with their ears perked up. They exchanged glances, wanting to hear more clearly. However, the voices inside the room had noticeably quieted down, and they could hear nothing.
Fortunately, they didn't have to wait long before their mother-in-law let them in. The reason for bringing them in was that it was impossible to keep this a secret any longer, and Zhou Xiaoying needed their help.
Earlier, Zhou Xiaoying had informed them that Ma Lianfa not only had an affair but also that the young widow outside had a child. The two women were contemplating how to kick Zhou Xiaoying out.
If they knew Ma Lianfa had someone else, they would have their brothers beat him up and then force him to promise to treat his sister well in the future. This situation might have passed, as divorce was rare in this era. Although Zhou Xiaoying was in the right, women often suffered in such matters. Gossip would be inevitable, and even the Zhou family would not escape the rumors circulating among people.
But now it was not just that Ma Lianfa had someone else; he also had a child. No one understood Ma Lianfa's obsession with having a son better than Zhou Xiaoying. As long as there was a son involved, Ma Lianfa would undoubtedly find ways to get a divorce.
Given these circumstances, they could only take the initiative; they couldn't allow Ma Lianfa to throw Zhou Xiaoying out for real.
"Xiaoying, what are you planning to do now?" Zhou Xiaoying's father, the head of the Zhou family, asked after a long silence.
"Divorce, Dad. I want a divorce." Zhou Xiaoying had made up her mind before coming here.
Her father nodded. "Then the most important thing now is to think about how to go about this divorce."
"Dad, I've thought it through. I will report Ma Lianfa for his infidelity. Right now, they are cracking down hard on this kind of behavior. If he gets caught, he will be publicly shamed and sent away for re-education."
"I can only report him and get a divorce to avoid being implicated. The three girls will also sever ties with him," Zhou Xiaoying stated firmly.
"No, you can't report him! If you do that, your reputation will be ruined."
If Ma Lianfa goes in, will he lose his job?
And what about you? How will you and your children survive?
Xiao Ying, don’t rely on your family; they can help you for a moment, but not for long. Zhou Xiao Ying's father is the team leader, and he considers everything thoroughly.
Xiao Ying fell silent. After the divorce, as a single woman and a temporary worker, she simply couldn't support three children.
She had initially planned to ask her family for help, but her father had made it clear that relying on them for the long term was not an option.
She knew her father was right; as the saying goes, they help in emergencies but not in poverty. Her family could assist her temporarily, but long-term support was out of the question.
After all, her family now included not just her parents and brothers, but also three sisters-in-law. Even if her brothers didn’t say anything, over time, the sisters-in-law would certainly have their opinions.
"Father, what should I do? Even if I don’t want a divorce, Ma Lianfa will find a way to leave."
"I just want to take control of my own situation," Zhou Xiao Ying asked.
It must be said that Zhou Xiao Ying's father truly lived up to his role as team leader; within moments, he had thought of a strategy.
"Xiao Ying, here’s what you should do: make your voice heard first. Didn’t you say tomorrow is their date again? Tomorrow, your brother and I will go with you. You should also invite some neighbors from the big courtyard."
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