CHAPTER 1051: CHAPTER 1051

Zhang Yang and Xu Mengyan arrived at the Guo Family’s mansion.

Unexpectedly, quite a few Guo Family members had gathered, some old, some young, both men and women, all direct descendants of the Guo Family.

Under the watchful eyes of so many people, Xu Mengyan instinctively protected her belly.

Having already sensed the malice in their gaze, Xu Mengyan knew very well that these people had already considered her an enemy.

Xu Mengyan wasn’t entirely surprised about this; given the situation’s escalation, calling them enemies wouldn’t be an exaggeration.

She only regretted marrying the wrong person back then; perhaps commercial marriages should have been avoided from the start. Now look at the mess, making both families lose their dignity.

Recalling when she first married into the family, these people used to appear kind and good-natured.

At that moment, two small children suddenly ran over, affectionately calling her "aunt," with exceedingly sweet voices.

Seeing these two little ones, Xu Mengyan gave them a gentle smile.

These two kids were raised under her watch; they were Guo Qiyu’s sister’s children, calling her "aunt."

"Aunt, we heard you have a baby in your belly. Is it true? Can you let the baby come out to play with us?"

Xu Mengyan replied with a smile, "It’s not the time yet, maybe in the future."

Then someone mockingly said, "I’m afraid there won’t be such a chance in the future."

"You two should hurry back, or you might end up disabled like that too."

Zhang Yang followed the voice and saw a young woman, continuously speaking sarcastically.

Facing Zhang Yang’s gaze, the woman even puffed out her chest, raising her chin in disdainful contempt.

It’s unclear where this woman gets her arrogant confidence, as most of the Guo Family members were somewhat afraid of him.

She’s probably a brainless one; Zhang Yang didn’t even bother wasting words on such a person.

However, if this woman pushes her luck further, Zhang Yang wouldn’t mind giving her a lasting memory.

At that moment, Mrs. Guo walked out, "What are you doing here? Come to show off?"

"Get out at once. Our family doesn’t welcome you, nor will it welcome the bastard in your belly."

This woman was Xu Mengyan’s mother-in-law, with a look of cunning harshness.

Xu Mengyan took a deep breath, having already envisioned this scene in her mind.

Even though she reminded herself not to get angry, witnessing their indifference in person still couldn’t help but make her feel saddened.

"I’ve come to retrieve my belongings; once I get them, I’ll leave."

The brainless woman immediately mocked, "Our house doesn’t have anything of yours; your belongings were already thrown out as trash."

"If you want to find them, go search the trash bin outside."

This woman was Xu Mengyan’s sister-in-law, bearing a resemblance to her mother-in-law.

Zhang Yang hadn’t expected that even with him around, these people dared to show such a face to Xu Mengyan, clearly underestimating him as a paper tiger.

Hence, Zhang Yang stepped forward, positioning Xu Mengyan behind him.

"I’ll only say it once: bring out every single one of Xu Mengyan’s belongings without missing anything. If discarded, go retrieve it now and clean it up. If one thing is missing or damaged, I’ll break a finger of each of you."

Hearing Zhang Yang’s words, everyone became furious.

"You must be Zhang Yang, right? Do you think you can escape unscathed after what you did to my brother? You dare to come here and cause trouble; you really don’t regard the Guo Family as anything!" The sister-in-law said indignantly, showing no fear of Zhang Yang.

And several brainless ones hurried to show off, pointing fingers at Zhang Yang.

What they said was harsh—things like calling him a homewrecker and using terms like "vile couple" all came out.

Zhang Yang immediately wanted to make a move, but Xu Mengyan stopped him.

"Forget it, don’t bother stooping to their level; I’ve just come to retrieve my dowry."

"This is what my grandmother specifically left me, the only keepsake from her."

"I can give up everything else, but that dowry I must take away."

Xu Mengyan explained to Zhang Yang while also addressing the rest.

It’s clear that Xu Mengyan wanted a peaceful parting, unwilling to escalate things further.

Zhang Yang respected Xu Mengyan’s wishes and issued a warning to the others.

"You heard what Xu Mengyan said just now, don’t force me to act, and don’t force me to slap you."

"Move aside, and we’ll leave after taking the things."

"If you don’t want trouble, you’d best not provoke me; I’ve already spared Guo Qiyu, so I advise you not to be ungrateful."

The Guo Family members, one by one, had an indignant expression, seemingly wishing to swallow Zhang Yang whole.

"Zhang Yang, you keep saying you spared him, so let me ask you, how do you account for my husband’s death?" Mrs. Guo said coldly.

Zhang Yang replied indifferently upon hearing this, "If you believe your husband’s death is unjust, just go ahead and report it. I don’t mind, anyway, his death isn’t related to me; he was killed by his own son’s hand."

"I even have recordings; would you like to see them? Or, I can hand them over to the authorities."

Upon hearing Zhang Yang mention this, those people became even angrier.

At this moment, quite a few bodyguards rushed in, but in Zhang Yang’s eyes, these Guo Family bodyguards were nowhere near as competent as Second Brother Xu’s mercenaries.

"What now? You want to have a go? I’m ready anytime," Zhang Yang also assumed a stance.

Then Mrs. Guo, infuriated, said, "Zhang Yang, don’t think you can come here unabashedly to humiliate us just because you’re good at fighting."

"It’s you who killed my husband; had you not intentionally set up, how would my son know it was his father outside the door."

This matter made the Guo Family feel utterly humiliated; toying with people shouldn’t go so far, especially when it’s a matter of life and death.

Zhang Yang found the words amusing, "Would you like to hear what you’re saying? Are you implying I should appear outside and let your son shoot me indiscriminately?"

"The officials can set fires, but civilians can’t light lamps?"

"I’ve seen arrogant people, but never have I seen anyone so shameless and domineering like you."

"Enough with the nonsense, Zhang Yang, since you’ve come here willingly, you must give us an account. We won’t take your life, just leave one of your hands, and we’ll consider it settled. Xu Mengyan’s belongings can go with you, how about that?"

Upon hearing these words, Zhang Yang only found it laughable, and was about to speak when Xu Mengyan coldly said, "Have you perhaps become slightly delusional? Even if I don’t keep Zhang Yang’s hand, I can still take my belongings."

"I warn you one last time; will you move aside or not?"