Chapter 37 Feifei and Zhou Mu's First Encounter
"Go to school?" Zhou Yue scoffed. "What are you dreaming about? Where would I get the money to send you to school?"
Zhou Mu bit her lip, trying hard not to let her tears fall. "Mom, it won't cost much money. Aunt Sun said that compulsory education is free of tuition and miscellaneous fees..."
"Then have your Aunt Sun take you to school. I don't have any money." Zhou Yue was impatient with Zhou Mu's nonsense and turned to leave, but she didn't forget to remind her to do housework, "Go wash the dishes and clothes quickly."
Zhou Mu mustered her courage and tugged at Zhou Yue's sleeve. "Mom, I won't miss doing housework. I know you work hard, but I can earn my own money. So, could you take me to school?"
"Make money? How are you going to make money?" Zhou Yue slapped Zhou Mu's hand away. "Zhou Mu, don't be so greedy. You eat my food, wear my clothes, and have a worthless life. You still want to go to school?"
“I can pick up trash!” Zhou Mu didn’t want to give up easily and stood in front of Zhou Yue. “Beer bottles, plastic bottles, and cardboard boxes can all be sold for money.”
That old lady was collecting garbage to help her grandson go to school; she could also help herself, and maybe she could save up enough money to buy a discounted new schoolbag.
Aside from going to school, she knew no other way to change her fate.
In fact, no.
"Even if you've made money, you should pay back my child support first." Zhou Yue glanced at her watch, pushed Zhou Mu away, and left without looking back.
She's going for a job interview today—a dishwasher at Mingzhu Elementary School. Not only will she get to see Feifei every day, but the salary at this prestigious school is also quite good.
Zhou Mu bumped her head on the corner of the table, and the pain brought tears to her eyes. When she saw the blood on her palm, she skillfully pulled out an old gauze and covered the wound.
After a long while, Zhou Mu finally let go and started washing the dishes with blood all over her head. She also carefully scrubbed every piece of clothing and cleaned the whole house. She wanted to do a good job so that her mother would be happy that night and they could talk about school.
Yan Songyu watched this scene through her computer and, in a good mood, called the principal of Mingzhu Elementary School.
"Yes, that's right."
“This week, Zhou Yue is in financial difficulty and has a child. Let her join the company, but don’t reveal that it was my idea.”
After hanging up the phone, Yan Songyu leaned back in her chair and played with her phone. What touching "motherly love"! Zhou Yue, you must take good care of my daughter!
To facilitate monitoring the Zhou family, Zhao Qi installed a pinhole camera in the Zhou family's living room when no one was home. Yan Songyu would watch "TV dramas" to pass the time when she had nothing to do, and Zhou Yue really did not disappoint her.
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On September 1st, Yan Songyu personally dressed Feifei in her school uniform: a pure white shirt as a base layer, an elegant blue bow tie at the collar, a custom-made dark blue blazer that fit perfectly, and gemstone cuffs that added a touch of nobility. She wore a khaki pleated skirt, simple yet stylish.
Yan Binghua also made time to take Feifei to elementary school. Feng Yu used the excuse of being a driver. When they left, Feifei looked at the house next door through the car window but didn't say anything.
Yan Songyu took Feifei back to the old house next door. They hadn't been there for a long time, and Feifei hadn't asked about Jiang Chengli next door anymore. Yan Songyu just listened to Uncle Wang's reports from time to time. Jiang Chengli was now practicing drawing with his left hand like a madman, muttering that he was a great painter.
When the car arrived at Mingzhu Elementary School, it was already quite lively. There was a row of luxury cars at the entrance. When Yan Songyu tried to carry Feifei out of the car, Feifei refused, saying seriously, "Mom, I'm in elementary school now. I'm a big girl now. I don't need you to carry me anymore. You'll get tired."
Yan Binghua smiled and praised, "She really is a sweet little girl, she knows how to care for her mother."
Yan Songyu knelt down and straightened Feifei's clothes. "Okay, our Feifei is a big girl now. From today onwards, she's a sensible little adult!"
"Okay!" Feifei was delighted with this affirmation. She slung her little schoolbag over her shoulder and excitedly followed the crowd into the school. "Don't miss me too much, I'll be out of school this afternoon. Goodbye, Mom! Goodbye, Grandpa! Goodbye, Uncle Feng!"
Feifei turned around to wave goodbye to her family but accidentally bumped into someone—a dirty little girl. Without any disgust, she quickly helped the girl up and apologized, "I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I wasn't watching where I was going. Are you hurt?"
Zhou Mu looked at this princess-like little girl. Unlike others, she didn't look down on him or avoid him. Instead, she reached out her hand to him. Zhou Mu felt her kindness and unconsciously took Fei Fei's hand, letting her pull him up. He then stammered, "No, it's okay."
The little girl looked like she came from a wealthy family and had a loving family. Zhou Mu was extremely envious. She came with Zhou Yue and knew that her mother worked at this prestigious school. She couldn't resist her longing and wanted to come and see the school.
When Yan Songyu saw Feifei bump into someone, she quickly went over to ask, "Feifei, are you hurt anywhere?"
So her name is Feifei, that's a lovely name!
Feifei shook her head, "I'm fine, Mom. I bumped into her by accident."
Yan Songyu then looked at the dirty little girl. It was Zhou Mu. She had seen her on the surveillance footage just a few days ago. Yan Songyu gave a gentle smile. "Little girl, are you hurt anywhere? Do you need Auntie to take you to the hospital?"
Zhou Mu quickly shook his head, "No, no, I'm fine."
"That's good." Yan Songyu then reminded Feifei, "Be careful when you walk from now on, okay?"
Feifei nodded, "Yeah, I was just trying to say goodbye to you guys, I didn't notice."
Yan Songyu gently stroked Feifei's hair, "Mom knows Feifei didn't do it on purpose. Mom was just worried you would get hurt."
Zhou Mu watched the interaction between the mother and daughter with envy. Her mother was so gentle. Her mother must love her very much!
Snap—
Suddenly, a slap landed on Zhou Mu's hand. She jolted in pain and quickly withdrew her hand. Before she could even see who it was, she was slapped in the face.
"Zhou Mu! Who let you come here?" Zhou Yue looked at her with eyes that seemed to want to tear her apart and devour her.
She originally came to the school gate to see Feifei while she wasn't busy at work, but who knew she would see that little bastard Zhou Mu standing in front of Yan Songyu.
Zhou Mu was knocked to the ground, spitting out a mouthful of blood. The familiar pain and buzzing sound came back to his ears. "Mom, I..."
"Did you eat too much?" Zhou Yue grabbed Zhou Mu by the collar and lifted her up. "How dare you follow me? Huh? Is this a place for you? You've offended someone important!"
The sudden violence terrified Feifei. She looked at Zhou Yue in horror, still holding Yan Songyu's hand, unable to come to her senses.
Seeing Zhou Mu's sallow face turn bluish-purple from lack of oxygen due to the tight collar, Yan Songyu grabbed Zhou Yue's wrist. "Madam, let go quickly, the child is about to be strangled to death."
Zhou Yue threw Zhou Mu to the ground, glaring fiercely at the panting Zhou Mu, "Strangle her? It would be better if she were strangled, she's always causing trouble for me!"
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