The third son's wife pondered for a moment, then said, "Mother, I think we should find an opportunity to talk to the fourth son about this matter, so that he can understand our position and concerns. Although the fourth son has made a name for himself outside these years, people's hearts are often hidden, and relatives have their own calculations. After all, he just came back and doesn't know much about the family situation yet. We can't let him get involved in this dispute just because he has money. Moreover, this also involves my mother's family. I'm afraid that the fourth son will be embarrassed to refuse the loan because of my face, and will lend it privately. It will be really difficult in the future. We must make him see the interests involved clearly."
Mrs. Jiang smiled and nodded. "That's a good idea. Find a suitable time for you and Wen Bing to talk to him. The fourth brother is a smart man. I believe he will understand what you two mean."
That night, Jiang Wenbing and his wife discussed the matter with Jiang Huashu alone. Jiang Huashu immediately said, "Third brother and sister-in-law, thank you for your consideration. Don't worry, I will handle this carefully."
Hearing the fourth brother's words, Jiang Wenbing and the third brother's wife breathed a sigh of relief. They knew the fourth brother was a man of measure and wouldn't be easily influenced by others. At the same time, they were also grateful to have such a sensible and far-sighted brother.
The second day of the Lunar New Year passed in the lively atmosphere of returning to her parents' home. Early in the morning of the third day, Fifth Aunt came to the old house to look for Jiang Huashu. In the end, it was about borrowing money for her younger brother. The third wife watched Fifth Aunt arguing endlessly with Jiang Huashu in the front hall, gnashing her teeth in hatred.
It's really a dog-skin plaster, and I can't get it off even if I shake it off. Luckily, I took the time to tell the fourth brother about the situation last night, otherwise I'm really afraid that the fourth brother would agree.
The third son's wife couldn't help but feel annoyed as she listened to the fifth aunt's incessant chatter. She knew her aunt well enough to know she wouldn't give up this opportunity without a clear answer. But the fourth son had made it clear that he didn't want to be drawn into the family dispute over the money, but she didn't seem to understand.
"Aunt Fifth, you see, it hasn't been easy for the Fourth Prince these years. Now that he has just returned, there are still many things that need to be dealt with. We can't just ask him for money." The Third Prince's wife tried to persuade Aunt Fifth in a gentle tone.
But Fifth Aunt didn't seem to appreciate it. She glared at the Third Brother's wife and said, "Why are you so ignorant? My brother has a great business right now. The only problem is he's short on cash. As a relative, Ah Si should help him. Don't think I don't know that you've benefited from Ah Si, yet you're here hypocritically trying to persuade me."
The third son's wife's face flushed with anger at the fifth aunt's words, but she suppressed her anger and continued, "Fifth aunt, that's not what I meant. I just hope you can understand the fourth son's position and not let him feel embarrassed because of this matter."
Just as the two were deadlocked, Jiang Huashu spoke up, "Aunt Wu, I understand what you mean. But you also know that I just came back and don't know much about the situation at home. Besides, this is not a small amount of money. I can't come up with so much right now."
Hearing what the fourth brother said, the fifth aunt's expression softened slightly. She nodded and said, "Okay, I'll give you a few days to collect the money. But you have to remember that we are a family and should help each other."
Jiang Huashu's face immediately turned cold and he said, "Aunt Wu, I have explained everything to you clearly. If you continue to pretend not to understand, it is your own problem." Then he turned around and left.
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