Chapter 25 She Discovers the Arson Attempt

Just as the two were chatting, Zhou Linghui returned from outside.

She had a fight with Uncle Zhou and Aunt Wu early in the morning and ran out in a huff.

Now that he's calmed down outside, he's cowered and run back to apologize.

"Mom...I'm sorry...It was my fault...I was wrong...Waaaaah..."

As Zhou Linghui spoke, she covered her face and burst into tears.

She had done something foolish this time, and seeing her parents so heartbroken and sad, she felt as if her heart was being torn apart.

Xiao Feng didn't like her; she had always known that.

But she kept hoping that he would change his mind and come back to her someday.

She signed up to go to the countryside on a whim, and later regretted it.

But she had already registered and couldn't cancel, so she had been very distressed these past few days, not knowing how to tell her parents, so she had been putting it off until now.

Seeing her daughter cry, Aunt Wu felt terrible.

"Stop crying! What's the use of apologizing! If you were truly repentant, you wouldn't have waited until now to let us know!"

"Mom..." Zhou Linghui said tearfully, her voice trembling with grievance, "I was wrong, please forgive me..."

"Hmph!" Aunt Wu turned her head away angrily, refusing to pay any attention to her.

Zhou Linghui pouted, then couldn't help but open her mouth as if to cry.

Seeing this, Jiang Feiyan took Aunt Wu's hand and gently comforted her, "Aunt Wu, since it has already happened, there's nothing we can do to change it."

Since that's the case, why don't we all sit down and have a good talk about the upcoming arrangements? After Sister Linghui goes to the countryside, we won't see her often anymore."

Upon hearing this, Aunt Wu was filled with mixed emotions.

Feiyan is a year younger than her daughter. She used to be a spoiled and willful little girl, but now, after the family tragedy, she has become so sensible. It's heartbreaking to think about.

The thought of her daughter going to the countryside and not knowing when she would see her again made her heart ache even more.

"Okay, fine," Aunt Wu sighed and agreed.

What else can I do? She's my own daughter; saying I don't care would just be an angry outburst.

Jiang Feiyan knocked on the door again and invited Uncle Zhou out.

The group sat down together and discussed it thoroughly.

Aunt Wu spoke first: "Linghui, can you promise your mother that you'll stay away from Xiao Feng after you go to the countryside?"

"Mom..." Zhou Linghui bit her lip, her tone a little aggrieved.

She sacrificed so much for Xiao Feng, even hurting her parents to follow him to the countryside.

She would be truly unwilling to give up now.

"You child, why are you so stubborn!" Aunt Wu tapped her forehead in exasperation and said.

"If Xiao Feng and you were mutually in love, that would be fine, but he simply doesn't want to talk to you at all."

If people saw a young woman like you chasing after a man and practically throwing yourself at him, what would they say?

In this rural area, there are many people who talk a lot and there are many gossipy women who like to spread rumors everywhere.

"Your reputation will be ruined. How will you face living in the countryside then? Have you thought about that?!"

She knew her own foolish daughter well; she was the kind of person who wouldn't turn back until she hit a brick wall, and she knew that no amount of advice would be heeded.

So she had to give her a warning beforehand, otherwise she was really afraid her daughter might do something foolish.

"Mom... I know my limits." Zhou Linghui hugged her arm and shook it playfully a couple of times.

"Don't worry, this is the last time. If Xiao Feng is still indifferent to me after we go to the countryside, then I will give up!"

"It's best if you think that way." Aunt Wu's expression softened considerably, but she was still worried.

Uncle Zhou, who was standing to the side, had been silent with a sullen face ever since he came out of the room.

Hearing his daughter say that, he snorted coldly.

Hmph, if that Xiao Feng dares to bully his daughter, he'll come from the ends of the earth and chop him up!

Jiang Feiyan listened from the side and sighed inwardly.

If Sister Linghui could really understand, that would be fine, but that's not how it's written in the novel.

It's not easy to change someone's romantic mindset, so her task is quite challenging.

Aunt Wu sighed, "Fortunately, the places you and Yanzi are going to in the countryside are not far apart. When you two are together, you should take good care of each other and support one another. If you need anything, just write to me and your father."

Zhou Linghui and Jiang Feiyan exchanged a glance and said in unison, "Understood."

Afterwards, the group had lunch together and then went out to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy supplies for the countryside.

Jiang Feiyan said she had already bought everything she needed, but Aunt Wu still bought her two sets of clothes and some snacks to take with her.

At her suggestion, Aunt Wu didn't buy too many things for Sister Linghui, to avoid making her too tired from the long journey.

It's summer now, so just bring a thin blanket and two sets of sheets, tie the washbasin together, and carry it on your back.

Then I put the toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, thermos, lunchbox and other items in the mesh bag and carried it in my left hand.

Just put clothes and shoes in the suitcase, and then pack some snacks for the trip. It won't be too heavy to carry in your right hand.

If we need anything when we go to the countryside, we can buy it from the supply and marketing cooperative in town.

Before they knew it, it was evening. Aunt Wu invited Jiang Feiyan to stay for dinner, but she declined, saying, "I still need to tidy up when I get back, so there's no need."

"Okay, take this money." Aunt Wu handed her the money in her hand: "I've already sold your mother's job for you, and she got 650 yuan."

I also sent someone to inquire about your house. Two companies were interested, and I negotiated a rent of 7 yuan per month, which they both agreed to.

However, I need to look around some more. I need to choose a good family who will take good care of the house so that they won't ruin it.

Once the house is rented out, I'll send you the rent every month.

Jiang Feiyan: "Okay, thank you, Aunt Wu."

Aunt Wu looked at her with loving eyes and said softly, "Although you are younger than Linghui, you see things more clearly than her. Aunt Wu hopes you can help by keeping an eye on her more."

Jiang Feiyan nodded in agreement: "Don't worry, Sister Linghui and I are like sisters, I will definitely do my best to help."

"Thank you, my good child." Aunt Wu smiled with relief.

......

By the time I got home, it was almost dark.

Jiang Feiyan looked at the messy house, tidied it up a bit, and then went into her space to prepare a delicious dinner.

But as soon as she entered the space, she keenly sensed movement outside.

Jiang Feiyan quickly slipped out of the space and ran into the courtyard, where she spotted a furtive figure.

The other person was squatting under a pile of firewood in the corner of the yard, doing something unknown.

Jiang Feiyan held her breath and quietly walked over.

As I approached, I saw Jiang Wanbao holding a match, lighting several pieces of paper, and throwing them onto the pile of firewood!

Jiang Feiyan's eyes narrowed, and she kicked the burning paper away with precision, successfully sending it to the ground.

"Ah!" Jiang Wanbao was startled by her sudden movement and fell to the ground.

"You want to set my house on fire?!" Jiang Feiyan angrily grabbed his collar and slapped him across the face. "You're asking for it!"

After saying that, he slapped him several more times, making Jiang Wanbao cry and beg for mercy.

Jiang Feiyan had no intention of letting him off so easily.

This guy is extremely vengeful; he probably waited outside for a long time before setting the fire when she returned.

What does this mean? It means he wanted to burn her alive!

How can this be tolerated?

Jiang Feiyan dragged the person directly outside the yard, and amidst the astonished gazes of the neighbors, she publicized her good deed, and then had someone report it to the police.

Finally, amidst the sighs and murmurs of the crowd, Jiang Wanbao was taken to the police station in disgrace.

No matter how much Jiang Wanbao cried out in remorse, Jiang Fei refused to reconcile; she wanted him to know the price of his mistakes.

It just so happens that the whole family is reunited in prison, all together.

Good......