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Cheng Wenhong was still not fully sober. He stared blankly at Lin Pengliang for a while. Without giving it a thought, Lady Cai rushed over, lifted her skirt, and slapped Lin Pengliang across the face: "You beast, you ruined my Lianlian's reputation. I'll kill you! I'll kill you!"
This commotion finally brought Cheng Wenhong back to his senses. Clutching his aching forehead, he bellowed, "What on earth is going on?!"
"Master, this scoundrel has sullied Lianlian's name. You should have him thrown out immediately, throw him out now!" Lady Cai, fearful that Lin Pengliang might utter something unpleasant, shouted anxiously.
"Father-in-law, it's not like that!" Lin Pengliang was indeed anxious; how could he let go of such a prized woman within his grasp: "I saved Lianlian from the lake. Mother-in-law clearly said that whoever rescued Lianlian should marry her. It's the mother-in-law who is going back on her word!"
