The Koi Wife of the Prime Minister

Chapter 274 Unfair Family Relationship

After hearing this, Shen Yan and Yuan Yuan both uttered "uh..." at the same time, with subtle expressions.

At this time, Song Yunfeng, who had just come out of the toilet, heard the conversation, his face changed slightly, and he only uttered a meaningful "..."

Seeing this, Shen Yan quickly put away the smile in the corner of her eyes, looked up and down at Song Yunfeng, with a hint of amusement in her eyes.

Song Yunfeng's face was as calm as water. He stared at Yi Ge'er with unquestionable majesty in his eyes.

"Brother, I was wrong. I shouldn't talk about these dirty things." Upon seeing this, Yi Ge'er quickly shrank his neck, lowered his head again, and concentrated on organizing the herbs in his hand.

Song Yunfeng turned his gaze to Shen Yan, his eyes less cold and more gentle: "Can you get me a basin of water? I want to wipe the sweat off my face..."

"Oh, okay, go in and rest first, I'll be right there." Shen Yan replied, but she couldn't help but think to herself, Song Yunfeng seemed different today, why didn't he care about his reputation like before? He was even willing to let her help wipe his body?

Soon, Shen Yan wrung out the towel and deliberately wiped Song Yunfeng's chest heavily, causing him to tremble. His slender fingers subconsciously grasped the bed sheet tightly, but his eyes were still closed. He just said slowly: "Do you remember what Wang Kui said a few days ago? Every word is true, and even more absurd."

"I used to be hungry. For the sake of so-called dignity, I refused help from my classmates and ended up begging in the city. Do you think I am disgusting?"

Shen Yan frowned slightly and refuted firmly: "How can you say it's disgusting? You didn't steal or rob. You took on the responsibility of taking care of your younger siblings at such a young age. You are also so good at studying. You are much better than anyone else."

"Don't you think I'm hypocritical and ridiculous? I've lost my backbone? I've kowtowed to you just to make a living and have forgotten the teachings of the saints?"

"I just want Yuanyuan to have a better life. When she cries, my heart softens..."

Shen Yan consoled him earnestly, "For the safety of your family, you can put aside your pride and ask for help. How can you be spineless? This is clearly courage and responsibility. Although your knees have been bent, your spine is straighter than anyone else's. Don't worry about this anymore. The moment you passed the exam, you proved that you are a responsible man with dreams. The hardships in the past will only polish you, inspire you, and make you more tenacious. Those are just a small episode in your life journey, not worth mentioning. Don't take those irrelevant rumors to heart; those who really care about you will only understand you more, respect you, and love you."

"Will you feel sorry for me?" Song Yunfeng suddenly opened his eyes, but swallowed the words back. He was introverted by nature, so it was too difficult for him to say such words.

However, unconsciously, his hand had gently grasped the small hand that was caressing him, as if trying to grasp some warmth and strength.

"I will definitely help you pass the imperial examination and live a good life. You just need to wait a little."

When Shen Yan heard this, her heart moved slightly. She pulled back her hand and looked at Song Yunfeng again. An inexplicable feeling quietly grew in her heart. She felt both incredible and vaguely expectant.

"I firmly believe that you will be able to achieve great things in your career, and your whole family will live a good life. As for me, you don't have to worry too much."

Shen Yan stopped what she was doing. She didn't dare to continue, fearing that she had misunderstood Song Yunfeng's meaning. It would be better to make things clear first.

"But, didn't we agree before that we would divorce in the future? You concentrate on preparing for the imperial examination, and I will take care of the family. When you think it's appropriate, we will go through the divorce procedures. But remember, don't delay it too long, after all, it's not easy for a woman to remarry when she's older..."

"Well, even if we get divorced, we can still be friends."

In fact, whether they were friends or not was not the point. As long as he could lend a hand when she encountered difficulties in the future, it would be fine. As for the future powerful ministers and royal relatives, as long as he made a slight gesture, her peace would be guaranteed. If she treated this family well now, she would always get some protection in the future.

Just as Shen Yan was lost in thought, a cool breeze blew and the door was suddenly pushed open.

"Yan Yan, my daughter! Daddy is here to see you!"

A plump, middle-aged man with a wealthy face strode into the room. Although he was not bloated, his round face and fair skin were quite similar to Shen Yan. It was obvious at first glance that he was Shen Yan's father, Shen Daping.

Poor Shen Yan had not yet had time to prepare herself mentally for how to face this unexpected adopted father before she met him so abruptly.

"Dad just heard that you were involved in a lawsuit, and Yunfeng was retaliated by that villain and injured. Oh, why didn't you tell me earlier! Are you okay, daughter?"

He was clearly talking about Song Yunfeng being attacked, so why did this father's eyes always stay on me? Shen Yan secretly wondered how to deal with this father who seemed to dote on his daughter but was actually a little unpredictable.

"It's all that bastard Shen Yu's fault! Dad asked him to come and see you secretly, and every time he swore that you were fine. It wasn't until today that I found out that he never came once!" Shen Yan's heart trembled, and he quickly adjusted his mood and began to make up excuses to deal with the situation before him.

"It's really my fault for letting my precious daughter suffer this injustice! Please believe that I have severely punished that ignorant person." Shen Daping's tone was full of apology. When he looked at the other person, that person's existence seemed redundant. The only thing left in the whole world was the conversation between him and Shen Yan.

Shen Yan pursed her lips, a complex emotion flashed across her eyes, and finally she called out softly: "Dad."

"Hey, my good daughter, you finally spoke. Are you still angry with your father? I love you too much. It's just that Yunfeng is right. He said that if you are too indulged, you will lose your way. I was convinced by him at that time." Shen Daping's tone was somewhat helpless, as if he now regretted the decision he made at that moment.

"That... was just at that time?" Shen Yan's voice was barely audible, but it was enough for Shen Daping to catch the doubt in it. He suddenly realized that perhaps he was now beginning to regret his original decision.

Only then did Shen Daping truly examine his son-in-law, Song Yunfeng, a gentle and elegant young man with firmness and sincerity in his eyes.

"Yunfeng, I see that our Yanyan has grown up and is no longer the naughty little girl. Besides, you two are in need of money right now, so don't be too fussy. As a father, I have worked hard to earn money, so who else can I give it to if I don't give it to my daughter?" Shen Daping's words were filled with love for his child.