Chapter 190 Selling My Niece
Liu Xuejun's face turned ashen, and he swayed slightly: "Do they think our rural place is too poor?"
Xu Zhihong clutched the letter, tears streaming down her face. "My uncle said they found me a 'good family,' a widowed supply and marketing cooperative director. They're offering a high dowry, perfect for my cousin's wedding. If I don't go back, they'll come to the village and make a scene, saying I'm immoral, ruining my reputation, and making it impossible for me to stay at school!"
Upon hearing this, Liu Xuejun became furious, his face turning red and his fists clenching so tightly they cracked: "Outrageous! This is selling my niece! It's utterly inhuman!"
Zhang Xiuying was so angry that she slapped her thigh: "These bastards! Do they think you're their cash cow? Don't be afraid, girl, with your aunt here, they won't lay a finger on you!"
Liu Zhixia's eyes turned cold, and a mocking smile curled at the corner of her lips: "Want to sell people? You'll have to ask the Liu family if they agree!"
She turned to Liu Xuejun and said, "Fourth brother, go borrow a car, let's go straight to the county post office!"
"Okay!" Liu Xuejun turned and left without saying another word.
Upon arriving at the post office, Liu Zhixia asked Xu Zhihong to make a phone call to her uncle's family.
On the other end of the phone, Uncle Xu's voice was arrogant and domineering: "You brat! Get back here right now! Or I'll ruin your reputation!"
Xu Zhihong trembled with fear. Liu Zhixia took the phone, her voice icy cold: "Mr. Xu, is that right? We're already preparing to become family with Xu Zhihong. I'm Xu Zhihong's sister-in-law. I heard you wanted to sell my sister-in-law for a dowry?"
"Who are you? It's none of your business!"
"Who I am is unimportant. What matters is that Zhihong is now a daughter-in-law of the Liu family. You want to cause trouble? Fine! You're all welcome!" Liu Zhixia sneered. "But I must remind you, I have connections in the army, and my husband is a battalion commander. If you dare to act recklessly, I'll let your precious son's future wife know that your family is the kind of rotten household that sells its niece to fill a pit! At that time, forget about the bride price, I'd like to see which girl would dare to enter your family!"
Liu Xuejun swallowed hard, seemingly having made up his mind. He took the microphone from the side and said in a strong voice, "I am Liu Xuejun, a primary school teacher in the brigade and a key technical staff member at the pickled vegetable factory! I have a proper job, and my year-end bonus is several hundred yuan, which is more than enough to support Zhihong! I hope you will stop trying to take advantage of her!"
"A few... a few hundred dollars?"
The person on the other end of the phone was clearly stunned by the number, and their arrogance instantly diminished. Coupled with the threats of being called a "battalion commander" and "suing the unit," Uncle Xu completely backed down.
"Well... since things have come to this, shouldn't we at least give some dowry?"
"If any bride price is to be given, it should be to her. You've raised her for so many years, and she's already given you all the subsidies she earned herself. That's more than enough! If she dares to harass her again, we will definitely not be polite!" Liu Zhixia hung up the phone directly.
When Xu Zhihong saw Liu Zhixia and Liu Xuejun protecting her, tears streamed down her face.
The gloom that had been weighing on my heart for so many years has finally dissipated.
"Let's go! Let's get our marriage certificate!" Liu Xuejun grabbed Xu Zhihong's hand, his eyes resolute. "From today onwards, you are a member of the Liu family, and no one will dare to bully you!"
Xu Zhihong nodded vigorously: "Yes! I'm willing!"
The two went straight to the commune and pressed their fingerprints on the bright red marriage certificate.
At that moment, Xu Zhihong smiled through her tears; she finally had a real home.
After the happy event, good things come in pairs.
A few days later, an urgent telegram was delivered to the Liu family.
"Application approved. Return immediately. Tickets have been purchased."
Looking at these ten simple words, Liu Zhixia felt a mix of emotions.
Finally, it's time to leave.
Meanwhile, news also came from the police station.
Lu Jianping was convicted of multiple crimes and sentenced to twenty years in prison, where he will likely spend the rest of his life.
Lu Huaiyuan and Gu Mansheng were sentenced to life imprisonment and sent to the coldest farm in Northwest China for labor reform because they were suspected of attempted poisoning. In addition, Gu Mansheng's complicated family background and her involvement in He Shijie's case were also factors.
Upon hearing this news, the entire village clapped and cheered.
"Good and evil will be rewarded in the end; no one can escape the judgment of Heaven!"
Liu Zhixia stood in the courtyard, looking at her busy family, her heart filled with mixed emotions.
In this life, she not only changed her own destiny, but also protected her family and punished the wicked.
Now, she can finally pursue her happiness without any worries.
Over the next few days, Liu Zhixia began the final handover process.
She formally handed over the management of the pickled vegetable factory to Liu Xiangyang and Liu Weidong.
To prevent any future changes, she specifically asked Aunt Zhou to witness and signed a detailed profit-sharing agreement to ensure the interests of her family.
The supplies in the space also need to be dealt with.
The deal between her and Gangzi must continue.
After discussing it with Gangzi, the two exchanged contact information and agreed to continue their cooperation in the future.
On the eve of their parting, Zhang Xiuying held Liu Zhixia's hand and sat under the lamp mending clothes.
The stitches are fine and dense, each stitch carrying the mother's reluctance to part.
"Daughter, you'll be in a completely unfamiliar place over there, so keep your temper in check. If you suffer any injustice, write back and ask your brother to stand up for you!"
As Zhang Xiuying spoke, she secretly wiped away her tears.
Liu Zhixia nestled in her mother's arms, her eyes also moist: "Mother, don't worry. Shen Yi is very good to me, I will take good care of myself. You and Father should also take care of yourselves at home, don't overwork yourselves."
That night, the mother and daughter talked for a very long time, until the sky began to lighten.
Early in the morning, the jeep stopped in front of the Liu family's house.
Liu Zhixia walked out the door with her luggage and was stunned by the scene before her.
Almost everyone in the village, young and old, came.
The line stretched from Liu's house all the way to the village entrance, with people holding eggs, dry food, and local specialties, all looking at her expectantly.
On behalf of the brigade, Aunt Zhou presented a banner and the blessings of the entire village.
"Xia, have a safe journey! Come back and visit often!"
Unexpectedly, even Zhang and Big Dog came after receiving the news.
Zhang looked at her gratefully: "Our good life is all thanks to your help. You must take care of yourself!"
With red eyes, Liu Xiangyang and Liu Xuejun helped their sister load her luggage into the car, waving goodbye while trying to hold back their tears.
With tears streaming down her face, Liu Zhixia bowed deeply to everyone and got into the jeep.
Zhao Dongmei threw her packed luggage into the car and got in with her.
A villager nearby asked in confusion, "Zhao Zhiqing, why are you following up there?"
Zhao Dongmei blushed as she looked at them: "Let's get married at the military base!"
Everyone immediately realized what was happening and quickly followed Aunt Zhou's lead to offer their congratulations.
Aunt Zhou smiled and agreed, then couldn't help but tell Zhao Dongmei, "Remember to contact your mother when you arrive. Take good care of yourselves!"
“Yes, Mother!” Zhao Dongmei responded readily.
The good news from Lu Kai and Zhao Dongmei lessened the sadness of their separation.
Looking at the familiar faces beside her, Liu Zhixia couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
At least I won't be alone on this journey.
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