"We are in a new era now—how can those blind marriages and dumb bridal arrangements from the past count? The authorities have made it clear, arranged marriages are forbidden. I'm just seeking my own happiness." The scumbag father who abandoned his wife and child quickly came up with an excuse, and with seeming legitimacy, he repeated it twice, "My actions are correct, in line with the times. I am seeking my own happiness."
His words were simply too shameless. Most of the villagers were honest and simple folks, so seeing someone like him left them speechless with anger.
The village chief was so enraged he was at a loss for words. After a pause, he burst out cursing, "Su Erzhu—you're exploiting loopholes in the policy! When you married Li Meihua, we were all there! We are not dead yet! Now, with a hook from another woman, you've abandoned your wife and children. Have you fed your conscience to the dogs?"
