Lu Xiangxiang never expected to receive so many things; she never even dread of such luxuries, whether it was a watch or a bicycle, as they were all too expensive. She looked at Shen Xiaobin a bit embarrassedly.
"Elder sister-in-law, this is too much. Our family doesn’t expect so much. We’re just ordinary people; it’s the thought that counts. Nothing is better than being able to live a good life in the future."
"Elder sister-in-law knows you are a good kid, but having more gifts just shows how good you are. Not only these, but your father-in-law and I have also prepared the bride price. Here is eighty-eight yuan, along with ten pounds of food coupons and cloth tickets, all handed over to you. Find a ti to let Xiaobin take it to a post office in the county, and when the ti cos, deposit it in your na. It’s all your money."
What could Zhu Juying and Uncle Guai say? Such good in-laws, valuing their Xiangxiang so much, filled their hearts with nothing but gratitude.
Lv Qinlan and Su Xiaoi smiled and said, "Sister Xiangxiang, just take it. This includes gifts not just from us, but also from Xiao ng. It represents the sincerity of the Shen Family. Rest assured, our parents said that when our family’s finances improve, both elder sister-in-law and I will have our share too. We’re all treated the sa, so just take it."
"That’s right, now you’re getting married, you are the bride, and you’re the most important one. You have the final say. Our parents are generous people; they’ve been very kind to both elder sister-in-law and . Xiangxiang, just co marry into our family; the best days are yet to co!"
Su Xiaoi usually didn’t talk much, but now she took Xiangxiang’s hand and shared how well she had been treated since marrying into the Shen Family. While they weren’t swimming in honey, they definitely led a more comfortable life than other daughters-in-law.
"Ah, thank you elder sister-in-law and second sister-in-law."
The wives of Lu Xing’an and Lu Xingwang were busying in the kitchen preparing food. Seeing the plethora of gifts their sister-in-law received for her engagent, they felt envious, but they also understood that their sister-in-law had fallen into a fortunate situation. As long as they kept good relations with their sister-in-law, they too might reap so benefits in the future.
Director Guo was adept at lifting the atmosphere. Thanks to his frequent etings and resolving family conflicts in the village, his words always struck a chord with people. Everyone was laughing and in high spirits.
Shen ng sighed in relief; another worry off her chest. As long as the Shen Family was doing well, she felt happy.
After lunch, Shen Fugui, Wang Guizhi, and a group of people, along with Uncle Guai, left and then visited Shen ng’s house primarily for work reasons. The elderly couple felt their daughter had drawn the short straw.
"We’re not even ntioning that several tiled houses in the family were built because of you. You also put in a lot of effort for your brother’s bride price. Now you’ve handed over your job to him. Your parents understand you an well. You, as an elder sister, have already done more than enough; under no circumstances should you let this job go."
"Your brother is thoughtless, he didn’t discuss it with the family and just accepted it. Your parents and your elder brother and sister-in-law, none of us, want you to suffer this loss. You should just live your life well and not worry about your natal family’s affairs. After all you’ve done, what can your natal family give you? What can your brother give you?"
Shen ng: "...."
You may not know, but the original owner gave this body, allowing to continue clinging to life. For this reason, anything I do is only right and proper.
"What’s there to lose? I have a secure job now, haven’t I told you before? Zhenping also has army wages; we’re really comfortable. If parents feel it’s inappropriate, then how about this? In the future, Xiaobin can keep half of his salary and give so to parents, the rest to elder sister-in-law and the second sister-in-law, as if it were from . Would that be alright?"
Lv Qinlan and Su Xiaoi repeatedly waved their hands, refusing the offer. It was Lao Si’s hard-earned money from his own job; how could they accept it? Wouldn’t that be taking advantage of soone?
Shen Xiaobin glanced at the signals from his elder sister and quickly expressed his willingness. He actually had so regrets afterwards. With several brothers at ho, his sister doted on him and secured him such a good job. He was afraid it might disrupt the harmony at ho and upset his sisters-in-law.
"Elder sister-in-law, let Xiao Long co over after the new year. Zhenping has already talked to Jiasheng about it. He’s even got Xiao Long’s room ready, just waiting for him to arrive. Being a carpenter requires endurance. Let him follow along and learn well. Once he’s mastered a skill, he won’t go hungry anywhere he goes."
Lv Qinlan was extrely grateful. This was sothing she had been planning to ntion from the ti she arrived. At lunch, she and Shoutian had also t Lu Jiasheng and Xie Jinghao. The couple seed amicable and warm. Hearing that many people co looking for furniture crafting services around the new year, she hoped Xiao Long could learn the trade quickly.
Shen ng glanced at Su Xiaoi. Most of the family affairs back ho were already sorted out, except for Shen Yutian and Su Xiaoi’s situation, which she had not yet arranged. She decided to wait until after the new year. Once she started working in the city, she would look into various connections, and if all else failed, she would ask Li Qianqian for help.
Before the guests had left, Shen ng’s courtyard gate was knocked on. Zhou Jiaojiao, with a hand on her belly, walked in at a brisk pace, her expression calm.
"Elder sister-in-law, there’s trouble. Hurry, you must go check on them. The Lu family’s ho is in chaos, it’s gotten out of hand. People’s heads are going to crack open. It’s not that I’m criticizing you, elder sister-in-law, but Huang Maochun and Lu Xingchang are Xiangxiang’s brother-in-law and sister-in-law. Such a major event as her engagent should not exclude them. It really feels like bullying."
Wang Guizhi and Shen Fugui felt their hearts tighten upon hearing this. Shen Xiaobin hurriedly ran out, worried Lu Xiangxiang might be wronged.
"What are you talking about? Didn’t Huang Maochun go back to her parents’ house? How did she find out? And yesterday, didn’t she clearly say she was unwilling to go through with it? Xiangxiang’s engagent has nothing to do with her, so why is there a commotion now?"
Zhou Jiaojiao spread her hands, looking utterly innocent.
"How would I know? Elder sister-in-law, you should really go take a look. If Huang Maochun is unwilling, Xiangxiang might not be able to marry little brother Xiaobin. Such a good marriage opportunity could fall through, which would be such a sha."
Shen ng watched her expression, fighting the urge to slap her twice. Was there sothing wrong with this woman’s head? Why was she pouting at her? Did she think she was that pretty? Why was she always causing such foolish situations, ending up looking pitiful and claiming innocence, then apologizing—it was infuriatingly dumb.
Early novels always portrayed male and female protagonists with sowhat abnormal minds, she understood. Not just herself, but others, including Lu Zhenping and the rest, all existed as NPCs for the growth of these protagonists. How their lives turned out was of no concern to the author.
"Zhou Jiaojiao, you should be grateful you’re pregnant, or I’d really let you know you can’t ss with a tiger’s behind."
"Elder sister-in-law, what are you saying? I don’t understand. I’m sorry, did I do sothing that led to a misunderstanding? But right now, the most important thing is Xiangxiang. Aren’t you going to check on her?"
Shen ng: "...."
I’m going to tear your mouth apart one of these days!!!
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