Chapter 224
If this person could have learned to behave, they would have learned their lesson long ago when Jiang Yexun beat them up. Without committing a major offense, they couldn’t be killed or sent to the police station. They were tough enough to withstand beatings without needing to heal their scars.
Just arguing with her, especially without any substance, wouldn’t have any effect.
“How can you speak like that? We’re all family here. She’s your husband’s sister-in-law!” Jiang Guosheng’s wife couldn’t help but frown and reprimand.
Having lived in the village for a lifetime, she had never seen such a wild girl.
“Speak like what? I’m speaking with my mouth; unlike those who speak with their butt.” Su Xiaoxiao retorted while dragging Hu Yuezhen by the hair, forcefully pushing her out of the kitchen door.
Hu Yuezhen wanted to fight back, but Su Xiaoxiao was always a step ahead, leaving her unable to retaliate and subjecting her to one-sided beatings.
“Hongxiang, can’t you control your daughter-in-law? If this continues, your family will fall apart sooner or later,” Jiang Guosheng’s wife urgently urged Aunt Guo.
Before Aunt Guo could say anything, Jiang Guohua’s wife spoke up first, “Sister-in-law, if you have to blame someone, blame Quankun’s wife for having a big mouth. She knew that Yexun’s wife doesn’t like hearing these things but still said them, purely to vent her own frustrations.”
Jiang Guosheng’s wife frowned, somewhat incredulously looking at her sister-in-law. They had always been on the same page, and this was the first time they had disagreed, especially in front of others, causing her to lose face.
“Sister-in-law, we’re just here as guests today,” Jiang Guohua’s wife reminded her.
Jiang Guoli was no longer the team leader, and Jiang Quansheng was already dead. As for Jiang Quankun, if he had any potential, it would have shown long ago. Now, father and son were no different from the rest of them—just ordinary peasants. Speaking up for them wouldn’t bring any benefit.
The most important thing now was to establish a good relationship with Yexun’s wife. She had money, and Yexun had skills. Moreover, Yexun had a job, which meant they would eventually become real city folk. Not to mention, Xinyue’s husband was working as an accountant in a city factory, earning far more than an average worker’s wage.
Unfortunately, Jiang Guohua’s wife was too oblivious, and Jiang Guosheng’s wife was too slow to catch on. Frustrated, she decided to abandon her hints altogether, lest her anger take years off her life.
Su Xiaoxiao watched their theatrics from the side, barely able to contain her laughter.
“What guests? Even if you break your bones, you can’t write the word ’Jiang’. These city girls are too selfish, only thinking about themselves and never considering contributing to the family,” Jiang Guosheng’s wife said, rolling her eyes at Su Xiaoxiao with disdain.
“Yes, I’m selfish, and you’re magnanimous. You can contribute however you want, but I won’t give a penny,” Su Xiaoxiao said bluntly, to prevent them from dwelling on the money in her pocket.
Originally puffed up with anger, Jiang Guosheng’s wife was stunned when she heard Su Xiaoxiao’s words, then her face showed a hint of regret and remorse.
Look at her pig brain, what was she doing just now?
Jiang Guosheng’s wife awkwardly grinned, trying to find some compensation for herself, but Aunt Guo had already grabbed the broom nearby and swung it towards them.
“Go, go, go! This is Xiaoxiao’s home, Old Jiang’s house is next door.”
“Oh my! Guo Hongxiang, what are you doing! We’re your sisters-in-law,” Jiang Guosheng’s wife screamed in fear, hopping outside. Today, to enjoy the good food, she deliberately wore her best winter clothes.
“You can make a scene all you want. Wait until Yexun and the others come back. Let’s see if you dare to make a fuss then,” Aunt Guo scolded, pointing the broom at them.
Jiang Guohua’s wife looked somewhat innocent, “I was just standing up for Educated Youth Su. How did I become the target of your hatred as well?”
Aunt Guo fell silent, not responding, and turned to go back to continue cooking.
Jiang Guohua’s wife hurriedly said, “Don’t be so stubborn. It’s almost ten o’clock, and the people from the production team will be here soon. If we have any conflicts within the Jiang family, we should resolve them internally. We can’t let others see and gossip about it. Those people will chatter endlessly, and it will be annoying.”
Aunt Guo had originally agreed to help but didn’t want to be drawn into the conversation again. However, after a moment’s thought, Aunt Guo hesitated.
After thinking for two seconds, Aunt Guo shook her head. “You three have prepared enough food for the neighbors. I’ll prepare lunch for Xiaoxiao and then go over.”
She could see that all their eyes were fixed on Xiaoxiao. It was impossible to expect to have a good lunch there.
When Jiang Guosheng’s wife heard this, her eyes instantly lit up. “Since it’s lunch anyway, let’s bring the dishes over and prepare them together. It’ll be lively if we all eat together. Do you want your daughter-in-law to have lunch alone here at noon? People will think that our Old Jiang family doesn’t accept her daughter-in-law.”
“No, I prefer to eat alone! Besides, I won’t share my things. Those who want to take advantage of me and force me to work all day should distance themselves away from me.”
Su Xiaoxiao felt that this person was really shameless. Clearly trying to take advantage of her, but the words spoken made it seem like they were taking care of her.
Jiang Guohua’s wife wanted to say something more, but Su Xiaoxiao closed the door and bolted it shut. As she turned around, she saw Aunt Guo standing there, looking at her in disbelief, making her feel nervous and flustered.
She opened her mouth, wanting to say that she wasn’t really that rude. But the action just now was convincing enough.
As she lowered her head, she suddenly heard Aunt Guo burst into laughter.
“Good child! This is how you should be firm! Only when you’re firm will others not dare to bully you.” She walked to Su Xiaoxiao’s side, holding her two tender little hands, patting them lightly with satisfaction.
“Before, I thought you were too soft and weak, afraid that with your character, you would be bullied by others. But now it’s so much better. You and my son must get along well. When you get married in the future, no one will dare to bully you two. I can rest assured,” Aunt Guo said.
Su Xiaoxiao’s mouth twitched at the words. In her previous life, she was soft and weak, and everyone wanted to take advantage of her and deceive her. Aunt Guo was right; she was soft, and Jiang Yexun was strong-willed. After they got together, she could be protected by Jiang Yexun and not be bullied by others.
In Aunt Guo’s eyes, regardless of her character, as long as she was with Brother Yexun, they were a natural match. But Su Xiaoxiao also felt that no matter what they were like, they were definitely the most suitable for each other in the world. No one could replace them.