Compared to Zhou Jiao and her husband, Lin Liying's life outside of school was much more difficult. As soon as Zhou Xiaocun left that day, without even waiting to recover and regain some strength, she pulled herself together and rushed out of the hospital to return to the Lin family.

As evening approached, the crowds of people leaving get off work surged in. Lin Liying, with a haggard face, finally squeezed onto the bus. She was already panting and relying on her perseverance to hold on.

When she arrived at the Lin family's house, Lin Liying was already dizzy and was helped into the bedroom of Old Lady Lin by the Lin family's aunt. Fortunately, Old Lady Lin was out that day, otherwise she felt that she would not be able to hold on any longer.

Old Mrs. Lin looked at her hands expectantly, which made her feel very upset and heartbroken. It turned out that her mother loved her the most. Even a caring word would comfort her at this moment.

"Auntie, please make me a cup of salt water and a bowl of porridge." After Lin Liying gave the instructions, she collapsed in the chair and could no longer speak.

After I recovered and had some white porridge, more than an hour had passed.

Lin Liying's tired, hoarse voice echoed from the room: "He didn't give me a note. He said you even wanted to harm your own granddaughter and he didn't trust you. At the end of the discussion, the other party gave him a five-day deadline, requiring him and his youngest son to move their household registration to Hai City, arrange for his youngest son to find a job, and also require a clean record and 1,000 kilograms of food coupons."

"Hehe... Hoo... Hehe..." Old Mrs. Lin let out a few shrill laughs after hearing this. She felt like a tiger in plain land being bullied by a dog. She wondered when Gu Ruyi had fallen to such a state.

Lin Liying frowned and stared at her. After a moment, she said, "You should apologize directly to my eldest sister and brother-in-law. I agreed to this condition to keep him stable."

Yes. She walked out of the hospital gate, thinking it over. She had to go straight to her brother-in-law and explain everything, apologize sincerely, and let him handle it. He wouldn't let her mother die.

Old Mrs. Lin screamed anxiously: "No...no..."

"Okay, don't worry, think about it again."

Lin Liying shook her hand impatiently, indicating that she should wait for her decision. She sighed, walked to the kang, put the pen in the old lady's hand, and sat down in front of the kang.

No matter how bad this mother was, she was still her mother. Seeing her like this, Lin Liying really couldn't bear to ignore the old lady. She was wondering whether she should tell her eldest brother Lin Aiguo or discuss it with the old man.

This matter could be big or small, so it would be best to take the blame and let her brother-in-law handle it himself. The only concern was that the Zhou family had a handle on them, and if they were to make a desperate move, the impact would be too great.

"We can't let Zhou Xiaozheng know the truth. He won't believe I'm innocent. He'll use ruthless means to ruin my reputation, or even kill you all."

Lin Liying was shocked when she saw it.

It's not impossible. The old lady wants him to have no children or grandchildren, so why would he let her go? If her mother-in-law treated her like this, what about me? I will definitely make her family uneasy!

"I'll ask Dad to come over. If you're at home and really want to follow the Zhou family's wishes, you won't be able to do anything."

"...No, no..." Mrs. Lin was so anxious that she didn't even bother writing. She glared at her little daughter. How could she be so stupid? If she could talk about this, why would she have written the note in the first place?

I hate that my body is useless, otherwise I would definitely teach the Zhou family a lesson. This dog-like thing is so audacious that it actually threatens me.

"Tell him to go back to Northeast China immediately, give him 500 kilograms of food coupons. If he threatens me again, I won't let him leave. Let him decide for himself."

Lin Liying looked at the handwriting above, speechless, looking at the old lady. If these words were useful, would she have to drag her sick body back? That man was obviously not a good person.

"If I were healthy, I could find some help. But now that your father has retired, my reputation is of no use. If I had a way, could I still let your brother and the others stay in the northwest? First, help me prepare 500 kilograms of food coupons, and then go and find out what the situation is like outside."

Lin Liying read it twice, looked up, and saw the old lady had closed her eyes. She knew she was not happy to talk anymore. But where could she get 500 kilograms of food coupons?

She knew it was pointless to ask. The issue of food stamps wasn't the most important thing anymore. With that in mind, she didn't bother asking anymore. She'd already reminded everyone she needed to, and there was nothing she could do about it.

When she returned home, Lin Liying did not go back to the hospital, but went straight home. She asked her two sisters-in-law to take good care of her son, took a tablet of analgin, and fell asleep.

Li Jianjun was restless all day, his heart aching with anxiety when he recalled his younger sister rushing over to tell him that her wife had a high fever and was hospitalized. He wondered if it was because of the shock he had received yesterday.

This awful thing would bring bad luck to anyone who encountered it. After finally waiting until the end of the shift, he explained to his old partner and rushed to the hospital.

Then, upon hearing that Lin Liying was clamoring to be discharged, he worriedly asked the doctor about his wife's condition. Upon learning that she had run away right after the IV drip, he immediately became furious. She was so unkind to herself. What kind of awful mess had happened in the Lin family that had her so anxiously discharged?

Li Jianjun knew his wife all too well. She was so cautious that she'd take two days off for a cut on her hand. If nothing serious had happened this time, he'd have cut off his head and kicked it like a ball. What infuriated him was that anything that made her so anxious was always about her family, and it might just be those trivial matters.

When he arrived at the gate of the compound, Li Jianjun heard that his wife had been gone for a while. His eyes flashed, and he went home without notifying anyone.

Two elderly men sat playing chess beneath a locust tree in the alley, watched by several neighbors squatting with large bowls. The sounds of laughter and conversation emanating from the courtyards on both sides of the lane filled the entire alley with life.

Li Jianjun looked at his leisurely neighbors with envy, wondering when he could be so free.

After greeting them, he entered the house and ran to the bedroom despite his hunger. Seeing Lin Liying sleeping peacefully, he finally felt relieved.

"Brother, let's eat first."

Li Jianjun quickly washed his hands, picked up the dishes, glanced at his younger sister, then listened to the older sister tutoring his sons in their room. He smiled and asked, "Have you all eaten?"

"Well, my sister even let my sister-in-law drink the porridge." Li Jianjun's younger sister Li Xiaowan finished speaking and laughed softly: "Brother, do you feel that the house is quiet today?"

Yes, we finally got rid of that evil star.

Li Jianjun smiled and nodded at his sister, and the two of them smiled knowingly.

"Look, what's missing? I'll go get some tickets tomorrow. You and your sister can go shopping and get some new clothes."

Li Xiaowan shook her head and whispered, "We have clothes. You can save them for my two nephews. Don't worry about us anymore. We are not trying to compare our looks with others."

Li Jianjun took a sip of his soup and smiled with satisfaction, "My little sister is really sensible. Do you want to take the exam again this year? I still hope you don't go to work."

Li Xiaowan hadn't planned on going to school since she graduated from high school. Compared to other girls in the village, she was already lucky. Her second brother was a college graduate, and she didn't have to bring honor to her parents.

"No, I still prefer to go to work early."

"That's fine. However, if you're looking for a partner, you must first get your eldest brother's approval. You and your sister, don't learn bad habits. I'll arrange your marriage after your younger brother gets married."

Li Xiaowan blushed and stomped her feet, "I won't get married." After saying that, she lowered her head and ran into the house desperately.

Li Jianjun laughed heartily, secretly delighted. This was the way a girl should be. He must carefully select his two younger sisters-in-law. Family background or appearance were not important, as long as the family had good morals and the young man was responsible. In this world, everything is illusory; a stable life is the most real.