The mother and her children watched helplessly as Cao Jinfang took away half a basin of braised pork and half a basin of offal.

Although they were angry, they couldn't do anything about it since it was the old lady's decision.

"Sister-in-law, I see you've cooked quite a lot of rice. How about I take some?"

She burned the rice at home, and now that she sees they're making a lot of rice here, she's got some wicked ideas.

"You really are something. You've taken the meat, why are you still thinking about rice? My family's grain doesn't grow on trees."

Liu Meie couldn't bear to watch any longer. These grains had been bought with money, and she felt uncomfortable giving them away like this.

"Sister-in-law, look at your daughter-in-law, she's not happy about this. You need to teach her a lesson. When elders are speaking, it's not their place to interrupt."

Cao Jinfang stood to the side, her eyes fixed on the rice in the pot, watching her sister-in-law Liu Xiuying serve her rice.

Before the two families separated, Liu Xiuying did all the housework. Even after they separated, she still kept getting food and supplies from Liu Xiuying. Liu Xiuying deserved to serve her.

“Oh dear, I’m old and useless now. In the future, won’t Mei’e be in charge? At that time, I won’t have a say. I’m too old to take over this family.”

Cao Jinfang glanced at her awkwardly; wasn't this just her saying something to herself?

However, she pretended not to understand, thinking she could take advantage of the situation as long as possible.

“Second brother’s family, we’ve done right by you. The second brother lost a leg for my old man back then, but we’ve paid back most of it over the years. From now on, we’ll go our separate ways.”

"What? Sister-in-law, you're heartless! When my brother was alive, he said he would take care of the second brother for the rest of his life. You swore an oath to him. How can you go back on your word now?"

"Back then, my second son broke his leg because of your old man, and he can't do heavy work for the rest of his life. Don't you feel guilty?"

Cao Jinfang took the meat and rice, spat lightly, and left quickly. As long as they didn't object, she could come back and ask for more next time.

Seeing her leave, Liu Meie's heart was bleeding. They hadn't eaten meat for a long time, and they had finally managed to buy some, only to have half of it taken away by her.

“Mother, it’s not that I’m being nosy. If she knew how to be grateful, I would be willing to give it to her. It’s just that she takes our things and then scolds us. Does she really think we’re fools?”

"Alright, that's enough. It's all your father-in-law's fault, what can I do?"

Cui Yulu just looked at them without saying a word. It wasn't that she cared about the food; she was capable enough to earn more money. She just felt that she needed to get rid of the second wife's family as soon as possible.

Judging from Grandma's appearance, it must be very difficult for her.

As Cao Jinfang went out, she bumped into Han Daping and his two sons who were returning from work.

"Hey, you're back from work. Hurry back and eat some meat."

Cao Jinfang spoke with a smile, as if she herself had delivered the meat.

"Has she struck it rich? Is she bringing us delicious food now?"

Han Bao scratched his head and looked at Cao Jinfang's back before asking a question.

"I think you're overthinking it. Didn't you see she took the meat from our house?"

Han Sen looked at him with a gloomy expression. Only then did Han Bao realize why the old hag was so happy; she had taken advantage of his house again.

"Mom, I'm starving! What are we eating today?"

As soon as he entered the door and put down his hoe, Han Bao started shouting. Liu Meie was very angry just now, but when she saw her son come back, she immediately became happy.

"Oh dear, you must be exhausted. Come and eat, today's dish is your favorite braised pork."

Han Bao saw braised pork on the table, and without even washing his hands, he rushed to the table, grabbed a piece, and put it in his mouth.

The meat is tender and melts in your mouth; it feels like you're about to take flight.

"Mmm, Mother, this meat is delicious."

"Oh dear, why are you in such a hurry, child? Go wash your hands, I've saved them all for you."

Liu Meie pushed her son out to wash his hands. As they passed Cui Yulu, Han Bao lingered on her for a moment.

This little girl looks quite pretty when she cooks.

"Auntie, hurry up, my sweet and sour lotus root slices will be ready soon."

Cui Yulu smiled at them, revealing a row of small white teeth.

"Okay, I'll be right there."

Han Bao answered her with a silly grin, and Liu Meie pulled him by the ear to wash his hands.

"You brat, you'd better forget what your mother said before. I'll find you another good girl. She's Yu'an's wife, and you'll be the one being eyed."

Liu Meie realized that her foolish son must have been swayed by her words, and she blamed herself for the whole thing.

She used to think that giving Cui Yulu to her son was to save money, but now it seems that Cui Yulu is more suitable for Han Yu'an. She knows her son best, and she still needs to find someone suitable.

"Mother, you were the one who said we were a good match, but now you're saying we're not. What do you mean by that?"

Han Bao didn't understand what his mother was up to, and looked at her with displeasure.

He used to refuse her, but she kept nagging him. Now that he's discovered how good this little girl is, his mother isn't happy about it anymore.

It's really baffling.

"You brat, hurry up and wash your hands. I told you I'd find you someone suitable. You're not good enough for Yu Lu, understand?"

Han Bao was completely speechless. He, a normal person, was not good enough for Cui Yulu, but Han Yu'an, a fool, was?

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