Chapter 93

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Protagonist:

Lin Hao

In the end, Nan Jianlong still softened his heart. He thought back and forth, feeling he couldn't just watch Tian Yulan be ruined like this; after all, Zi You still needed looking after. So he gritted his teeth and decided to agree to say a word to Nan Li and Xia Junshan, asking them to plead with Zhong Yi for leniency.

He picked up his mobile phone, his fingers trembling slightly, and was just about to call Nan Li when Nan Li suddenly pushed open the hospital room door and walked in.

It turned out Nan Li hadn't left at all; she had been listening outside the door the whole time. She knew Cai Juying and Tian Yulan's characters too well; she knew they would definitely try every method to plead for mercy, so she had gone into the elevator and then come back out. She wanted to see what exactly they would do, and also wanted to hear Nan Jianlong's attitude.

Seeing Nan Li, Cai Juying appeared very panicked; her eyes darted about, and her hands unconsciously twisted together.

She stammered: "Li Li, you... how did you come back?"

Nan Li looked at her coldly, not speaking. And Nan Jianlong's face also showed a touch of shame; he opened his mouth, wanting to explain something, but didn't know where to start.

Cai Juying felt she had no face to stay, wanting to lower her head and leave, but was stopped by Nan Li.

Nan Li felt it was better to make things clear face to face; her gaze was firm, her tone decisive as she said: "I won't let Xia Junshan go find Zhong Yi to plead for mercy; no matter who says it, it's useless. Tian Yulan must take responsibility for her actions. She can't always be this selfish, only considering herself and disregarding others' feelings."

Nan Jianlong's face cycled between green and red; his heart was full of contradiction and helplessness.

He knew Nan Li's words made sense, but he couldn't bear to watch Tian Yulan go to prison.

He hesitated for a moment, then said: "Li Li, can't you just do Dad a favor? Tomorrow I'll go divorce your Aunt Cai; from then on we'll have no more entanglements. This once, just treat it as me thanking your Aunt Cai for so many years of hardship; you just treat it as repaying this debt for Dad."

Nan Li heard this, and her heart shook.

She looked at Nan Jianlong, a trace of complex emotion flashing in her eyes. She hadn't expected Nan Jianlong to say such words. She was silent for a moment, then slowly said: "Dad, this isn't a debt. Tian Yulan did wrong; she should bear the consequences. I can't go against my principles just because of your request."

Nan Jianlong sighed, lowering his head. He knew Nan Li was right, but he also didn't know what to do for the best.

Hearing Nan Jianlong speak of divorce, Cai Juying also started to cry; she said: "Li Li, I know Yu Lan did wrong, but she did it for Zi You too. Please forgive her this once. I'll definitely discipline her properly from now on."

Nan Li looked at them, her heart also somewhat unable to bear it. However, she couldn't easily compromise either; after all, Tian Yulan's behavior was indeed excessive.

She slightly furrowed her brows, her eyes revealing complex emotions; after pondering a moment, she said: "I can have Xia Junshan go speak a few words to Teacher Zhong Yi, but it might not work. I'm only doing it for Dad's sake, wanting to give it a try. But you must be clear: Tian Yulan must recognize her own mistakes."

Cai Juying hurriedly nodded in agreement upon hearing this. Cai Juying anxiously said: "Li Li, thank you so much. As long as there's a glimmer of hope, we don't want to give up. Yu Lan was just momentarily confused; she'll definitely change from now on."

They knew this was Nan Li's bottom line, and also their only hope.

After returning that day, the evening atmosphere appeared somewhat heavy. Nan Li solemnly brought up this matter with Xia Junshan.

Nan Li said: "This matter really puts you in a difficult spot. But Dad and Aunt Cai... sigh, I also don't know what to do."

Xia Junshan, hearing this, was also very troubled. He knew this time Tian Yulan had broken the law; the severity of the matter went without saying.

Given the relationship between Xia Junshan and Zhong Yi, even if Xia Junshan stepped in it might not work. But he also understood Nan Li's difficulty; after all, Nan Jianlong and Cai Juying's request couldn't be completely ignored either.

Xia Junshan sighed softly, saying: "I understand your meaning, Li Li. But Zhong Yi has his principles; I'm also not sure if he'll agree."

Xia Junshan picked up his mobile phone, took a deep breath, and dialed Zhong Yi's number.

Zhong Yi's voice came from the other end of the phone; Xia Junshan carefully explained the matter.

Xia Junshan said: "Zhong Yi, there's something I want to ask your help with. Tian Yulan indeed did wrong this time, but she was also impulsive for the sake of her child. Can you see if you can..."

However, just as they expected, Zhong Yi decisively refused, and without any room for negotiation.

Zhong Yi's tone was firm; he said: "Senior Brother, I can't agree to this matter. Tian Yulan's behavior has already violated the law; she must take responsibility for her own actions. I cannot violate my principles because of personal connections."

Xia Junshan sighed helplessly; he knew no amount of persuasion would avail. He hung up the phone, looked at Nan Li, and shook his head.

A disappointed expression appeared on Nan Li's face, but she also understood Zhong Yi's approach was correct.

Nan Li said: "Looks like there's nothing we can do either. We can only let Tian Yulan bear the consequences herself." They fell into silence, not knowing how to tell Cai Juying and Nan Jianlong.

The next day, Nan Jianlong was discharged from the hospital. He directly went with Cai Juying to get the divorce finalized.

Originally Cai Juying thought Nan Jianlong was just saying it; who knew he would actually go through with it now.

Cai Juying's heart was full of shock and loss; she stood at the Ministry of Civil Affairs doorway, tears shimmering in her eyes.

However, she also had nothing to say. After all, this time it was Tian Yulan who caused a huge disaster; for Nan Jianlong to do this was already considered decent.

Although the house was Nan Jianlong's pre-marital property, he still divided more than half the savings with Cai Juying.

Nan Jianlong and Cai Juying returned home; the atmosphere appeared exceptionally heavy.

Cai Juying silently went to pack her things alone.

Not long after, Nan Li and Xia Junshan also arrived by car. They looked at Nan Jianlong and Cai Juying, faces full of surprise. They also hadn't expected Nan Jianlong would really divorce; their hearts didn't know what flavor it was.

Nan Li frowned, saying softly: "Dad, why go to such lengths?" Nan Jianlong sighed, not speaking; Xia Junshan stood to the side, also not knowing what to say.

Just at this moment, Tian Yulan arrived right after Nan Li, one after the other.

After entering, Tian Yulan didn't ask about Cai Juying first, but rather embarrassedly asked Nan Li and Xia Junshan how the talk with Zhong Yi went.

Her eyes were full of expectation and unease. Tian Yulan said quietly: "Li Li, Junshan, how did the talk with Teacher Zhong Yi go? Did he relent?"

Nan Li glanced at her, not speaking.

Xia Junshan shook his head, saying: "Zhong Yi's attitude was very firm; he won't agree." Tian Yulan's face instantly turned pale; her eyes were full of despair.