Rebirth: She is Ready for a Counterattack! Chapter 106: A Good Person Is Easily Bullied

The banquet had just started, and Gu Ruhai was going from table to table toasting everyone, making a few playful remarks.

It’s just a token of goodwill.

At this mont, Mr. Gu and Mrs. Gu finally arrived, fashionably late.

Gu Ruhai was pulled by Li Weimin, and only then did he realize that his parents were here, and he hurried up to greet them.

He then noticed it wasn’t just Mr. Gu and Mrs. Gu; his Second Uncle’s family, Third Uncle’s family, Big Aunt, and Little Aunt all ca together too.

This was sothing Gu Ruhai didn’t expect.

Mr. Gu was a proud man. Ever since he divided the family, these uncles and aunts hadn’t kept in close contact, as none of them were easy to deal with.

How would Mr. Gu associate with such siblings and ruin his reputation?

Today was truly a rarity.

Gu Ruhai could only bravely invite this whole crowd to sit down. Seeing that there weren’t enough seats, Li Weimin and Li Weiqiang had the idea to add a few stools to each table, and they managed to sit down.

Adding tables was impossible.

But stools could still be added.

Mr. Gu and Mrs. Gu sat in the main seats, both looking quite pleased today, with their faces rosy and cheerful, as if they were truly here to celebrate their son.

Gu Ruhai sat next to Mr. Gu; this was probably the first ti.

Beside him were Second Uncle and Third Uncle, with Big Aunt and Little Aunt on the other side.

Second Uncle Gu cheerfully looked at Gu Ruhai, saying, "Eldest Brother, your eldest son has truly achieved sothing. This house, I reckon, is one of a kind in the nearby ten villages."

Mr. Gu liked hearing this. His whole life was about earning a reputation, and with Gu Ruhai showing his capability today, Mr. Gu was pleased too.

In Mr. Gu’s mind, as long as soone could bring honor and glory to the Gu Family, he liked them, regardless of who they were.

No matter how much he used to dislike Gu Ruhai, now he was quite fond of him.

This was evident in his expression.

That doting gaze made Gu Ruhai feel uneasy inside.

Like lting spring water, Gu Ruhai had never experienced this kind of treatnt in his life.

Besides being flattered, there was an underlying fear.

Mr. Gu chuckled, drank a cup of wine, and said, "Second Brother, Ruhai is the eldest son and grandson of our Gu Family. Isn’t it natural for him to bring honor to our ancestors? Eldest Son used to have a hard ti, but now that he’s accomplished, I’m happy too."

Second Uncle Gu felt like swearing; damn it, they never praised Gu Ruhai like this a few years back. Everyone shuns the poor and loves the rich. Now that Eldest Son has money, suddenly he’s beco their favorite in their parents’ hearts.

If he needed sothing from soone, why endure this embarrassnt?

Holding back, he said to Gu Ruhai, "Ruhai, you’ve really developed skills. Your brothers can’t compete with you. Seeing you succeed also makes happy."

Gu Ruhai poured drinks for the elders, saying, "Mom, Dad, Second Uncle, Third Uncle, Big Aunt, Little Aunt, you all coming is my good fortune. This house is a dream co true in my life, all thanks to my father-in-law’s support. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have had the skill."

The present Gu Ruhai couldn’t be compared to the one before; he was much more thoughtful now. At least facing these relatives with unclear intentions, he had a sense of preparedness.

The uncles and aunts who hadn’t visited for years were suddenly here – who would believe they didn’t have an agenda?

When Gu Ruhai couldn’t make ends et, no one ca to visit.

Big Aunt imdiately said, "Oh, Ruhai, if you put it like that, you’re doing your parents a disservice. Business success depends on the person; secret recipes aren’t everything. So have good luck while others can’t make money from business. After all, it’s your parents who raised you well."

She directly placed Gu Ruhai in the position of the luckiest person.

Mr. Gu and Mrs. Gu nodded in agreent.

These words were pleasing to hear.

Mrs. Gu smirked, proudly saying, "Indeed, when I gave birth to the eldest, it happened during the autumn harvest. Elders said this child would be blessed and wouldn’t go hungry in the future. Now see, he has succeeded."

Gu Ruhai felt a bit embarrassed.

The al proceeded with awkward bumps, finally finishing.

The village folks gradually dispersed in groups of twos and threes.

The village head and team leader also left.

Gu Ruhai escorted Mr. Gu, Mrs. Gu, and the whole clan of relatives who didn’t want to leave back inside the house, having to sit and chat with them.

He didn’t even have ti to see off his father-in-law.

It was Gu Xiaoqing and Li Xuei who saw him off.

Li Xuei and the village won who helped tidied up the courtyard, returned the tables and stools, washed the dishes, and returned them to each household, giving a dollar as well.

The leftover atballs, braised pork, and other leftovers, along with the stead buns, were taken ho by the won who helped – a gesture of goodwill and thoughtfulness.

Everyone was happy.

These things, even off season, were treasured items.

No one minded that much was left. People of that ti didn’t look down on these things; it was all richness.

Everyone left happily.

Finally, a mont of peace.

Li Xuei then brought the kids back inside.

The house was still filled with a heavy presence of elders.

They hadn’t left, not knowing what awaited.

Sure enough, as soon as Li Xuei entered, the atmosphere felt off.

Everyone’s faces were gloomy.

Gu Ruhai also wore a stern expression.

As soon as he saw Li Xuei enter, all eyes turned to her.

This focused attention made Li Xuei shudder, feeling sothing was amiss.

Sothing unpleasant was about to happen.

She glanced at Gu Ruhai, trying to ask what was going on.

But then, Big Aunt spoke first.

"Elder Daughter-in-law, have a seat. We have sothing to discuss with you, as it concerns you too."

This made Li Xuei even more uneasy.

Gu Xiaoqing pulled Gu Xiaojie to sit beside Li Xuei.

This trend didn’t bode well.

It seed like they were plotting against their mom.

Gu Xiaoqing couldn’t recall such an incident involving the Gu Family coming like this in her lifeti.

It must be so aftereffect of her rebirth.

In this life, she didn’t drop out to farm at ho, so many things have changed, leading to today’s events.

Li Xuei sat down, holding Gu Xiaojie in her arms, gaining so calm.

No fear, what’s there to be afraid of?

"Big Aunt, what’s the matter?"

You can’t avoid issues when they arise.

There was no way to avoid it.

Gu Ruhai’s head hung low; his face was dark, turning blue, when he suddenly stood up.

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