novelraw Chapter 1075 - 1064: The Unkind Stepmother
Chapter 1075 - 1064: The Unkind Stepmother
"Streamer, believe me, you’re definitely no match for that woman!"
"Exactly, streamer, just let your husband go alone and have him give you an explanation when he gets back!"
"What explanation could there be? It’s bound to be a simple apology to brush it off, and they might rekindle their old flame."
"What old flame? From the moment you met the streamer, this has been a conspiracy from beginning to end. It’s best for the streamer to expose their true colors and get a divorce to cut losses timely."
Seeing the responses from the online followers, Ye Qiu was deeply moved and continuously thanked them, with her eyes reddened: "Thank you, thank you all for your suggestions. However, I still love my husband and want to give him a chance, so I must go back to meet his ex-wife. With everyone’s concern, I will be very careful and will not let myself suffer. I will update everyone immediately with any progress, thank you!"
"I knew you wouldn’t be swayed. So, streamer, can you tell us where you’re meeting? I’m in City A, can I accompany you?"
"Yes, I’m here too."
"Count me in, I never believed Professor Fang was that type of person. Please tell me where, if Fang Bingwen really has poor morals, I don’t think it’s right for him to continue teaching. I will report it to the school authorities."
"Agreed!"
"Same here!"
Ye Qiu hesitated: "Won’t this be bad?"
"There’s nothing wrong; if there’s truly nothing to hide, what’s there to fear?"
"Alright then, I’ll privately message the address to those who want to know. Please do not spread it; I fear it might have a negative impact." Ye Qiu agreed somewhat apprehensively, closed the stream, and a fierce emotion appeared in her eyes once she shut it down.
Don’t blame her for being ruthless; blame Fang Bingwen for being heartless. How did he scheme against her in her past life? How did his son treat her?
Wasn’t she good enough to them? Didn’t she sacrifice enough for them? Even a block of ice would melt, yet their hearts were harder than stone.
If that’s the case, don’t blame her for being merciless and exposing them. If they love their ex-wife and biological mother so much, let’s see if that woman will return when they are penniless.
Growth always comes at a cost, and because she was too kind to them, these father and son dared to act with impunity.
She wondered if Fang Bingwen would remain so arrogant towards her when he lost his job and reputation, and Fang Xu lost his edge over others.
"I’ve booked a table at Xiangmanju. Contact her and let’s meet tomorrow." Returning home, amidst the slightly stagnant atmosphere, Ye Qiu spoke in a melancholy voice.
Fang Bingwen looked over, noticed Ye Qiu had her head down and turned aside, making it hard to discern her expression, and he seemed uneasy: "Regardless of whether she instigated it, I will certainly discipline Xiao Xu well in the future."
"Really?" Ye Qiu’s lips curled slightly with unclear intent as she turned to look at Fang Xu, who quickly averted his eyes but then shot her a fierce glare.
This scene apparently didn’t escape Fang Bingwen’s notice, and his face instantly darkened. "Xiao Xu, what kind of attitude is that? Hasn’t your Aunt Ye been good to you? She’s your stepmother!" he admonished, somewhat exasperated.
Fang Xu, who had never experienced hardship and had never been spoken to harshly by Fang Bingwen, and who was constantly placated by Ye Qiu, always behaved fearlessly at home, fearing no one. Fang Bingwen’s sudden sternness left him equally angry and shocked.
With lips pressed, eyes wide, he pointed at Ye Qiu and shouted, "She’s not my mom; I have a mom. It’s because she keeps hogging dad that mom can’t come home."
"Is that how you really see me?" Ye Qiu’s eyes instantly reddened, "Xiao Xu, I only met your dad after he and your mom divorced. I didn’t take anything from her, and it was your mom who chose to leave your dad back then."
"Ye Qiu," Fang Bingwen suddenly spoke, "go to your room and rest. I’ll speak to Xiao Xu. After all, she’s his mother, and I don’t want to cause any negative influence on Xiao Xu’s psyche."
"So, do I not even have the right to speak in this house? Fang Bingwen, you must understand, I’m the one being wronged in this matter. Do I not even have the right to discipline? You’re so afraid of your son getting hurt, but what about my grievances? Haven’t I done enough for Xiao Xu? Can’t I even explain?" Ye Qiu shouted almost to exhaustion.
Fang Bingwen’s face grew even darker as he spoke in a lowered tone: "You know that’s not what I mean. Xiao Xu is still young, and as he grows, he’ll understand."
"You’re a professor, yet you don’t understand? Children need discipline from a young age. He’s nearly seven, already taught by his mom to wrongly accuse people. When do you plan to start teaching him?"
"Why can’t you see my point now? I don’t mean not to discipline him; it’s just that Xiao Xu is still young. I fear if you say too much, his rebellious thoughts towards you will worsen. Haven’t you already arranged a place? Once we clear things up with his mom, I’m sure it will get better." Fang Bingwen reasoned logically.
"Fine, I won’t say anything more. No matter how much I do, it can’t compare to a single word from his neglectful real mom." Ye Qiu said, somewhat exasperated.
Hearing this, Fang Bingwen was also angered, his tone turning chilly: "Don’t speak like that in front of the child. As an adult, are you really going to harp on a child’s actions?"
"Am I holding grudges against him? Is what I’m saying not true? Forget the past; even since we got married, has she paid a penny in child support? Who arranged all the extra classes Xiao Xu took, and who provided for his needs?"
"You claimed it was all voluntary on your part. So, was all your effort meant to demand returns? I’ve always said, with differing values, we can’t possibly get along." Fang Bingwen, also angered, spoke with unfeeling words.
Ye Qiu appeared deeply hurt, swaying unsteadily as if she could barely stand: "Is that how you see me? Now that your ex-wife is back, do you regret marrying me?"
Realizing his impulsive mistake the moment he spoke, Fang Bingwen looked at Ye Qiu’s state and felt uneasy, softening his tone: "I’m sorry, I was just speaking without thinking and didn’t mean I regret marrying you. Please, go rest. Don’t worry yourself over Xiao Xu. I promise to discipline him properly, okay?"
Ye Qiu didn’t speak further, only cast a deep glance at him before turning back to her room.
She knew Fang Bingwen’s discipline would mean naturally indulging Fang Xu, neither willing to hit nor scold, and his upbringing was not her responsibility. She simply needed to vent a little.