Chapter 30 The Family Division

Shen Yanhong said angrily, "I do have some selfish motives, but Aunt, you don't have to say it so harshly. I know you don't like me, but I think I've already changed. What more do you want from me? Do you want to kick me out of the house before you'll stop?"

Wang Cuifen pouted and said, "No way, it's you who wants to separate the family, don't drag me into it. I didn't. I'm going to work in the county in the future, whether the family separates or not won't affect me. Didn't you bring it up before? What, are you starting again now?"

For a moment, the atmosphere became somewhat awkward. Grandpa Shen squinted and said calmly, "Let's do it tomorrow. Let's get the village chief here, along with Old Wang and the others, and then we'll split up our family property."

Everyone was shocked when Grandpa Shen said this. Grandma Shen lowered her head and didn't say anything. Jinran silently walked to Grandma Shen's side, squatted down, held Grandma Shen's hand, and looked at her with concern.

When it comes to dividing the family property, the elderly are probably the most heartbroken, because all they want is for everyone to be together as a family, with their children all around them.

Jinran whispered, "Grandma, don't be afraid if you and Grandpa come with us. I'll definitely be successful in the future, and I'll take care of you and Grandpa."

Grandma Shen looked at Jinran with red eyes and a worried expression, then smiled and said, "Silly child, your grandfather and I have quite a bit of retirement money. We don't want anyone to follow us. We just want to have a few days of peace and quiet."

Although these words were spoken to Jinran, they were meant for everyone.

The elderly couple are not a burden.

The eldest uncle cried and said, "Father and Mother, even if we separate the family, you have to stay with me. Otherwise, what am I? Wouldn't that be unfilial of me?"

Grandma Shen rolled her eyes and said, "What's there to talk about? Your father and I live a good life on our own. We have money and food, and we don't have to serve you debt collectors."

Grandpa Shen waved his hand, "No need, you all live close by. Your mother and I won't be working in the fields anymore. If you're filial, the three families can give you some grain. If not, I also have a salary, and I can support your mother."

"Father, Mother..."

All three sons knelt before the old man. Jinran quickly stepped back, feeling a pang of sadness. She knew that her grandparents favored their branch of the family. Otherwise, the division of the family property wouldn't have happened so suddenly.

Auntie hadn't expected this to be a real family division! This sudden surprise was truly... wait...

The three brothers all have to go to work and earn money, so they've all been given away. Doesn't that mean the three brothers can't get any benefits?

Second Aunt was also quite excited. From now on, she could be in charge of the household. She could then make those money-losing girls drop out of school and come back to work in the fields, while she took good care of her health and tried to have a son. Once her son grew up, she could get rid of those money-losing girls, exchange them for some dowry money, and her son would have a good life.

The more he thought about it, the happier he became, and a hint of joy showed on his face.

Grandma Shen could tell what these people were up to at a glance. She coughed lightly and said, "How about this, if you're worried, give us your eldest daughter, second daughter, and third daughter. We'll raise them. I'll take care of their schooling and everything else. Don't say I'm being biased. When your father and I pass away, they'll contribute as a token of their filial piety."

Da Nan lowered her head. She knew that her grandmother was doing this for her and her sister. Her grandmother knew that after the family split up, her mother would definitely not let them go to school and would just find someone to send them away.

Grandma did it all for their own good, and she will definitely take good care of Grandpa and Grandma in the future.

Second Aunt thought to herself, this is a good thing. This way, she doesn't have to take care of the children at all. Even if there's no one to help with chores, there will be less food to eat. Compared to that, it's not a bad deal.

The eldest aunt thought unhappily that the second and third sons' families had all benefited, while the eldest son's family was really at a disadvantage.

Shen Yanhong was furious. Now she was accused of everything, and her father would probably beat her. But then she thought it was good to be able to separate from the family. After that, she would live a better life and not let anyone take advantage of her.

Grandpa Chen stood up, put his hands behind his back, and said, "All three of you, get up. You can't kneel at a time like this. Your mother's opinion is my opinion. Second son, what do you think?"

My second uncle nodded in agreement, then lowered his head and remained silent.

That night, apart from the elderly couple and Jinran, everyone in the Shen family suffered from insomnia.