Although this couple is selfish and self-interested, as a family, they are truly devoted to each other.
In this respect, they are better than many couples today.
Most women in this situation would probably first think of dividing up the family assets and going their separate ways.
Mai Encui's steadfastness towards Zhang Zhongquan softened the impact of their previous actions, evoking feelings of sympathy from onlookers.
Fang Qing helped her to sit down, and Pan Hui even brought her a wet towel.
It wasn't an act.
She knelt with real force.
Her forehead was red, and if Fang Qing hadn't stopped her in time, she might have bled.
"Things haven't escalated to life-or-death yet, wipe your face."
As the oldest person present, and also a man, Fang Weiguo spoke with authority, then proceeded to simply explain the situation to Jiang Chen.
"Zhang Zhongquan was framed and arrested for extortion."
Jiang Chen nodded, "Fang Qing mentioned it to me."
