Chapter 97 Rumors Arise

On the way back, they rode in an ox cart, as Xiaoxiao thought it wise for Yang Ming, with his injuries, to walk as little as possible.

Her use of preserved vegetables to repay a favor was also not without consideration. Since they were already discussing divorce, she wouldn't be staying in this family for long, and the preserved vegetables wouldn't last much longer either. Soon, she could withdraw directly and make long-term plans once she returned to her parents' home.

But as soon as they entered the village, they noticed people pointing and whispering about her and Yang Ming. What was going on?

Faint voices reached Xiaoxiao and Yang Ming's ears.

"Did you hear? The child Yang Ming's wife is carrying is his brother's!"

"Look at them, acting as if nothing's wrong!"

"The rumor has spread everywhere; it might be true. Who would make up such a story, described so vividly?"

"I knew it! I always saw those two coming and going together!"

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