Jiang Qiao had a cheating tool at her disposal, so preparing the meal was a breeze.

Ning Hao and his friends had already pushed the cart in. Jiang Qiao poked her head out and greeted everyone, "We're all eating at home, so I brought you some."

After she finished speaking, she started bringing the food into the house. Gu Zhengfeng and Qiao Jie, the three of them, were not in a hurry to eat when they heard that Ning Hao had returned. They waited for their son-in-law to come over together.

"No need, you all eat. There are other friends here. I'll set up a separate table for them so everyone can be more comfortable. Dad, you all eat first. I'll take some food to Ning Hao's aunt."

Qiao Jie sighed, "Girl, are you really divorced?"

Jiang Qiao responded, "What can we do if she doesn't leave? There's no place for her in the Wang family anymore. There's no need to force her to stay. Ning Ailin can find someone else. It's not a problem. It just depends on whether she can accept it."

Those few ungrateful wretches, they don't even want their own mother anymore. I've truly never seen children who have so little affection for their mothers; they're just like the Wang family."

Qiao Jie sighed, "What a pity for Eileen. She was a good girl back then, but one wrong step led to another. She had poor judgment and didn't know how to choose a man."

"Alright, just try to persuade her not to do anything rash. Divorce isn't uncommon these days, there's nothing shameful about it. Haozi's grandparents have agreed, it's not a big deal."

After listening, Huo Jianzhong simply sighed, "I didn't expect my niece's husband's family to be so lively. I thought the child would have an easier time without her mother-in-law, but it turns out that her great-aunt is causing trouble. Sigh, they're all such troublemakers."

"Qiao'er, don't be afraid. If any of them are foolish enough to cause trouble, don't hold back; give them a good beating."

Gu Zhengfeng gave a wry smile. "Aren't you afraid the child will hit the wrong person?"

Huo Jianzhong snorted, "My niece is not that kind of unreasonable person at all. If Jiang Qiao had to take action, it must be because the other party was wrong. The girl is tolerant, but if it goes too far, it's unacceptable."

Jiang Qiao gave Huo Jianzhong a thumbs up. "Uncle Ba, you're the one who understands us best. We're not the kind of people who are unreasonable. If they're being unreasonable with me and swearing at me, I'll let them get away with it."

It's not that I can't swear, it's just that I don't want to. I'd rather just take action than waste my breath.

Huo Jianzhong encouraged her, saying, "My eldest niece is the most insightful. Don't worry, if anything happens, we uncles and elders will stand up for you. If anyone dares to bully us, we can't just stand by and watch."

Qiao Jie and Gu Zhengfeng laughed, "This girl isn't one to put up with things. Alright, let's eat."

Jiang Qiao made noodle soup for lunch, with spiced beef and various side dishes, which was quite a feast.

"Uncle, you guys eat first. There's still some in the kitchen. Dad, I'm going to take some food to Ning Hao's aunt."

Jiang Qiao packed some things and carried them to the backyard on a tray. Ning Hao and the others had already settled their things and had just come out when they ran into Jiang Qiao.

"Auntie, come out and eat. People need to eat. I know you're not in a good mood, but you should eat. If you get better, you'll be able to take care of those children in the future. Qiao'er brought you food."

Jiang Qiao put the things on the living room table. "Auntie, come out and eat. I'm taking them to my house for dinner. We'll talk later."

As he went outside, Ning Hao pointed into the house and said, "My aunt is crying, and I don't know how to comfort her."

Fu Lin sighed, "Anyone would be upset in this situation. I don't think we need to persuade them. Leaving the Wang family might be the best choice. Is it really a good life to fight like this every day?"

Now that we're out of that hellhole, we should be happy.

"You two shouldn't be angry. Those kids, they probably have their reasons. Given your grandfather's condition, who would dare come back with your aunt?"

Ning Hao gave a bitter smile. "I understand, but I can't condone their actions. People outside are bullying their mother, how can they stay at home? As their children, how can they be so shameless?"

That's what makes me angry. However, these are just my aunt's children, and I probably won't have much contact with them in the future.

Fu Lin asked, "So, have you all thought this through? Are you planning to take care of your aunt in her old age?"

Ning Hao sighed, then gave a wry smile. "After all, she's my grandmother's daughter. I have to give her face, even if I don't care about her."

Jiang Qiao chuckled from the side, "It's too early to talk about this now. Maybe in the future, other people's children will be vying to take care of their old mother. Just wait and see, that day will come."

Fu Lin thought Jiang Qiao was joking. "How could that be? Your aunt is getting older and older. She only has these few left. It's not that I look down on them, but they don't have the heart for it. It's all for nothing. They're just like their unlucky father. They're all the same kind of people."

Jiang Qiao knew whether it was true or not. Just look at the old things Jiang Hong was scrambling to collect for herself; it meant these things would definitely be valuable in the future. Even the chests and cabinets her mother-in-law had bought for Ning Ailin should be worth something if they could be kept in the future.

Ning Hao put his arm around Fu Lin's shoulder. "Let's hurry up and go eat—"

Ning Hao went back to his room and went with Fu Lin to see Gu Zhengfeng and the others. After greeting them, he went with Jiang Qiao and the others to the table next door that had been prepared for them.

"Wow, this is such a feast. You don't need to be so polite next time. Just eat something simple."

Jiang Qiao smiled and said, "There's a sick person at home, so we're all eating together. Don't be shy, everyone. You're all benefiting from my dad's gift. He brought back some rare things, so you should all try them too."

Fu Lin, being in charge of logistics, could tell the general shape of the meat on the table at a glance.

"Oh, beef? This is not common. Hehe, we'll get to enjoy it with your dad today."

A large plate of beef, along with other side dishes, and Jiang Qiao served a large bowl of noodles, ladling them out one by one.

"You guys take your time eating. I'm going next door. There's still some left in the pot, so please don't be shy. Eat your fill, okay? I really have to thank you for today."

The three men greeted Jiang Qiao with smiles, saying, "Don't be so polite. We're only able to know someone as capable as you thanks to Brother Fu. Otherwise, we'd only know your name but never actually meet you."

"I never expected that rumors would be so true. Jiang Qiao, you've really opened our eyes today. No wonder you're so amazing. We're truly impressed."

Jiang Qiao smiled and said, "Brothers, thank you for the compliment. I'll accept it. Come over with your brother Fu whenever you have time. We'd love to have you. Enjoy your meal. I'll head over next door now."

Without Jiang Qiao present, these people really let loose. The food they prepared was not only plentiful but also delicious. It was the first time they had ever seen a female hero so skilled at cooking.

"It hasn't been that long and you're all ready. Oh, Brother Ning, you've married a wonderful wife. We're so envious!"