Yu Yuehui was initially startled by Yu Yuexue's sudden action, but she quickly calmed down after Xie Yan comforted her.

Seeing that even after she had been so humble, the two of them still acted superior, Yu Yuexue was so angry that she trembled uncontrollably.

Just then, a commotion came from the kitchen. Qian Hong's heart skipped a beat when she heard the noise. She quickly put down the ladle in her hand and hurried out of the kitchen.

Upon seeing Yu Yuexue kneeling, her eyelids twitched uncontrollably, and she unconsciously tightened her grip on the ladle in her hand, her face filled with worry and anxiety.

She was about to step into the house when Xie Yan quickly stopped her with a look.

Yu Yuexue also saw Xie Yan's actions. She clenched her fists tightly, her nails almost digging into her flesh. The moment she lowered her head, the hatred in her eyes was like a surging tide, almost overflowing.

This is outrageous! Absolutely outrageous!

She, Yu Yuehui, was merely married to an educated youth sent to the countryside; why should she be humiliated like this?

Just then, the voices of Yu Shan and Yu Hai came from outside.

Upon hearing her father's voice, Yu Yuexue's lips curled up slightly, revealing a hint of barely perceptible smugness.

Xie Yan looked coldly at Yu Yuexue kneeling, smiled sarcastically, and then gave his wife a wink, "Pull her up."

Yu Yuexue had been waiting for this opportunity; how could she possibly get up so easily?

Sure enough, as soon as the Yu brothers, Yu Shan and Yu Hai, entered the house, they saw Yu Yuexue kneeling on the ground.

Yu Shan's expression changed, his brows furrowed deeply, and he glanced at Xie Yan and Yu Yue, who were sitting there.

What happened?

How can we let our own sisters kneel down?

What will people say if word gets out?

He hurried forward, his steps so rapid they created a gust of wind, his voice trembling slightly with anxiety as he asked in a low voice, "What happened, Yuehui? What exactly happened?"

Before Yuehui could even speak, Yu Yuexue immediately cried out urgently, tears welling up in her eyes, as if she had suffered a great injustice, "Uncle, it's alright, it's really alright, it's all my fault, I'm incompetent, it's my problem."

"Don't blame your sister and brother-in-law!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the already quiet room suddenly became oppressive and tense. Yu Hai stared at Yu Hai with a cold face, determined to get an explanation.

Xie Yan frowned slightly and broke the uncomfortable silence by speaking directly: "It's really nothing serious, it's just that Yue Xue didn't know what she was thinking, she insisted on handing the child over to us to take to Beijing to study."

He paused slightly, a hint of helplessness on his face, and said with a touch of shame, "But, but as you know, Second Uncle, the prices in Beijing are ridiculously high. Our family is now entirely dependent on Yuehui's hard work to make ends meet, and we are actually living a very frugal life."

"They may look glamorous on the surface, but their lives are actually worse than in the village. They simply can't afford to have another child!"

Seeing that Yu Shan was about to speak, Xie Yan quickly spoke up first. He looked serious and his eyes were sincere. "As for food and drink, it's a minor matter. Everyone can grit their teeth, save money, and eat until they're about three-tenths full."

"But the bulk of the expenses are the various costs incurred by the school."

Xie Yan held Yu Hai's hand and said earnestly, "Regardless of tuition fees, students in Beijing need to pay for regular school fees and other expenses every year, as well as participate in activities like spring outings and picnics, which all cost a lot of money."

"Conservatively speaking, it would cost at least five hundred yuan a year."

"Second Uncle, if you don't believe me, ask my eldest brother. Over the years, he has spent almost all the money he has earned on his children's education."

These words made Yu Hai frown deeply. They thought that Xie Yan and his wife were paying for Mao Dan's schooling, which is why they wanted to send their own child to broaden his horizons. But if they were to pay for it themselves, that would definitely not be possible, let alone for so much.

But what if the thank-you banquet is just a bluff?

Yu Hai looked at Xie Yan with a puzzled expression.

Xie Yan met Yu Hai's probing gaze and smiled awkwardly, looking uncomfortable and embarrassed at having his face exposed.

This convinced Yu Hai somewhat. His eyes lit up. So that's how it is. No wonder his nephew's official position had risen higher and higher over the years, yet his life remained tight and he looked poor. It turned out that all of it had been spent on his son's education!

Yu Shan instantly understood the reason behind his niece's series of actions, and couldn't help but sigh, slowly saying, "That's indeed the case."

Although their family has only paid for Mao Dan's tuition over the years, it is still a considerable sum of money.

Yu Yuexue was somewhat skeptical. She felt that Xie Yan was just making excuses to avoid taking their child. In her anxiety, she cried even harder, and said loudly through her sobs, "Our family is poor. Children from poor families don't deserve to participate in these activities. I will talk to the child and promise that we will not cause you any trouble."

Xie Yan couldn't help but frown, looking at Yu Yuexue speechlessly. Why couldn't this person understand what he was saying?

As she grew louder and louder, as if she wanted the whole village to come and see the spectacle, a flash of coldness crossed his eyes.

Without holding back, she bluntly stated, "Your continued harassment is causing our family the most trouble!"

"Yuehui and I are so busy every day that we don't even have time to take care of our own children, let alone yours."

"We are not your family's free nannies!!"

Upon hearing this, Yu Hai's face instantly turned ashen, and his already gloomy expression was now filled with anger.

Xie Yan didn't care at all. He had had enough of his second uncle's family's behavior these past few days. Looking at Yu Yuexue, who was still crying on the ground, he said coldly, "If you really want your child to study in Beijing and insist on becoming related to me, I can help you find out about renting a house there and rent a place for your child."

“There are several private schools over there with excellent teachers. The only downside is that the tuition is a bit expensive. Your child will definitely do well if he studies there.”

"Since your family is so eager for your son to succeed, you must be willing to spend a lot of money to raise him?"

Xie Yan's words undoubtedly meant that he had completely broken ties with Yu Hai's family.

Yu Hai's face flushed with anger. He rushed over, grabbed Yu Yuexue, and slapped her hard across the face, shouting, "Can't you see how much everyone else dislikes us?"

"What are you doing here, making a fool of yourself!"

After saying that, he forcefully pulled Yu Yuexue outside, his movements rough and hurried.

As Yu Hai reached the door, he suddenly turned around, staring fiercely at Xie Yan with a burning rage in his eyes. A mocking smile appeared on his lips as he gritted his teeth and said, "It's true what they say, a barking dog bites. After all these years, I never realized you two were such heartless bastards."