Chapter 65 The Filial Son At the T-junction street corner, ...
At the T-junction, Bai Shuzhen and Cao Guangping stood side by side, while Wei Sijia stood opposite them with an angry expression. The three people, standing in a triangle, did not notice Mingxi, who was watching the commotion from a short distance away, nor did they see Wei Yong'an and Ma Meixia, the couple who walked over from the corner.
Bai Shuzhen was unhappy: "Sijia, stop making a scene. I'll explain it to you properly when we get home."
Wei Sijia: "What do you want to explain to me? Explain why you were holding hands with this guy in the street? What were you thinking? Aren't you afraid of being seen by others? Don't you feel ashamed?"
Her voice was shrill as she vented her anger, quickly attracting many curious glances. Her two friends, feeling the stares, looked embarrassed.
One of the round-faced girls tugged at Wei Sijia's sleeve: "Um, Sijia, if you have something to do, we'll be going now. Let's go shopping together again next time."
After she finished speaking, she grabbed another girl and quickly left.
Seeing her two friends leave, Wei Sijia became even more agitated. She grabbed her hair, looking utterly devastated: "You see? Because of you, my friends won't play with me anymore! Can't you just be like other moms, behave yourself, and not cause all this trouble?"
Wei Sijia really couldn't understand why Bai Shuzhen kept causing trouble.
She had never understood why her mother, who had both a biological daughter like her and a biological son like Wei Yafei, insisted on living with Wei Yong'an. She also couldn't understand why her mother interfered when Wei Yong'an was living happily with his previous wife, causing their divorce and earning her the reputation of a wicked mother-in-law.
This has damaged her reputation.
She worked in a textile factory, and her colleagues all knew about her relationship with Wei Yong'an and what had happened in her family. Over the past two years, because of this, she had been gossiped about by her colleagues behind her back, who said, "Like mother, like daughter. Her mother is so mean and bullies her own daughter-in-law, so her daughter must be no better."
Because of this, Wei Sijia was ostracized at work for two or three years.
Just when everyone had almost forgotten about it, her mother started causing trouble again.
At her age, dating an old man in a lovey-dovey way will surely cause a lot of gossip if others find out, and her peaceful life will be disrupted again.
As soon as Wei Sijia shouted, people immediately stopped and looked over.
Mingxi blended into the crowd without being particularly conspicuous.
Bai Shuzhen was embarrassed by Wei Sijia's words in the street. Cao Guangping, as her protector, quickly stepped forward: "Sijia, you must be Sijia, right? Shuzhen told me about you. Hello, I'm Cao Guangping. I didn't prepare anything for our first meeting, so..."
Before he could finish speaking, Wei Sijia interrupted him: "Shut up! I'm talking to my mom, what's it to you? Who do you think you are? Do you even have a place to speak here?!"
She glanced Cao Guangping up and down, but didn't find anything particularly special about his appearance. She just thought the old man looked average, with wrinkles all over his face, making him look several years older than her mother. His clothes were also very simple, making him seem like an ordinary old man, so she didn't pay him any attention.
Bai Shuzhen knew that Cao Guangping was now rich and powerful, and was afraid that Wei Sijia's words would offend him, so she hurriedly explained, "Guangping, don't take it to heart. Sijia was just saying it in anger. When I get back, I'll tell Sijia!"
Although Cao Guangping looked unwell, he shook his head and said, "It's alright, Shuzhen. She's just a child, still young. I didn't take her words to heart."
Bai Shuzhen: "What do you mean 'young'? She's already in her twenties, not young at all. It's all because I spoil her too much, letting her speak without thinking. I'll definitely have to give her a good talking-to when I get back."
Upon hearing this, Wei Sijia's eyes widened in surprise.
Her own mother, her own mother, is now speaking ill of her for an outsider?!
At this moment, Ma Meixia and Wei Yong'an had already walked over. Ma Meixia, who loved watching the commotion, deliberately stirred things up and interjected, "Mom, you're right. You should have a good talk with Auntie. This is still outside, and Auntie is so rude to you elders. If word gets out, people will say that your Wei family has no manners."
Mingxi couldn't help but laugh. Ma Meixia was definitely doing it on purpose; she was deliberately trying to make Bai Shuzhen and Wei Sijia unhappy.
Bai Shuzhen was surprised to find Ma Meixia and Wei Yong'an there, and her face immediately froze.
But she quickly realized what was going on and said casually, "Yong'an, you and your wife are out shopping too?"
Wei Yong'an chuckled and nodded: "Yes, Meixia and I came out for a stroll. I didn't expect to run into you and Sijia here too."
As he spoke, his gaze fell on Cao Guangping standing next to Bai Shuzhen, and he pretended not to know the other's identity, asking, "Mom, who is this?"
Bai Shuzhen: "Uh, you, you call him Uncle Cao, right?"
She turned her head and explained, "Guangping, this is my stepson, Wei Yong'an, and his wife, Ma Meixia."
Cao Guangping turned his head, glanced at Wei Yong'an with an inscrutable expression, and then reached out to greet him and Ma Meixia.
After exchanging greetings, Ma Meixia turned her attention back to Wei Sijia. She pouted and said, "Auntie, don't keep such a long face. Say something and greet Uncle Cao."
Wei Sijia was already resentful, and hearing Ma Meixia's words made her explode. She glared at Ma Meixia and said, "Who do you think you are? And who does he think he is? You want me to greet him? Don't you even know if he's worthy!"
Wei Yong'an said sternly, "Wei Sijia, how dare you speak to your sister-in-law like that!"
Wei Sijia was about to cry from anger.
Bai Shuzhen talked about her, Ma Meixia talked about her, and Wei Yong'an also talked about her.
At that moment, she felt as if the whole world was standing against her and criticizing her.
She had never suffered such injustice in her life.
She said, "You! You've gone too far!"
Wei Sijia was both angry and furious, especially with so many people on the street and so many onlookers. She felt extremely embarrassed, stomped her feet on the ground twice, wiped away her tears, and left quickly.
Before Mingxi could react, Wei Sijia's figure disappeared.
She pouted regretfully, thinking that there would be some excitement to watch today, but it ended just like that?
After Wei Sijia left, Bai Shuzhen also lost interest in continuing her shopping trip with Cao Guangping. She pursed her lips and said to Wei Yong'an, "You and Meixia can continue shopping. I'm going back first."
She turned to Cao Guangping and said, "Guangping, I have to go home first. Let's call it a day for now."
Cao Guangping was very gentlemanly and considerate: "It's okay, Shuzhen. I also have children. I can understand your daughter's thoughts. Here, I'll take you home. You can go back and talk to your daughter properly."
Bai Shuzhen nodded, and the two of them strode away.
Watching the two leave, Ma Meixia pouted.
She thought that Wei Sijia, that little firecracker, would cause a scene, and she could watch the excitement. But unexpectedly, Wei Sijia ran away so cowardly, what a waste of her expectations.
However, she thought again and realized that this matter would definitely not be easily resolved with Wei Sijia, and there would definitely be more to come when she got home.
Ma Meixia leaned closer to Mingxi: "Want to come to our house for a bit? I bet Wei Sijia and Bai Shuzhen will still be arguing when they get back. Want to come back with me to watch the second half of the movie?"
Mingxi's gaze unconsciously drifted towards Wei Yong'an: "Isn't this inappropriate..."
In other people's homes, it's considered a family scandal that shouldn't be aired in public.
Why is it that when it comes to Ma Meixia, it's as if she's desperate to air her family's dirty laundry in public?
Besides, Bai Shuzhen is Wei Yong'an's stepmother after all. How could he not mind at all?
As it turned out, Wei Yong'an had absolutely no objections. When he heard Ma Meixia's words, his expression didn't change at all; he maintained a polite smile throughout.
Mingxi: ...
Indeed, given Wei Yong'an's personality, he probably wouldn't be disappointed if she came to his house to see him make a fool of himself.
Ma Meixia: "Never mind whether it's good or bad, just one word: are you going or not?"
Mingxi: "Go!"
Since Ma Meixia has invited her so sincerely, it wouldn't be appropriate for her not to go.
Mingxi followed Ma Meixia to the Wei family's house. As soon as she entered the courtyard, she heard a commotion inside, and the show was about to begin.
Mingxi and Ma Meixia quickly slipped into the yard.
Because Wei Yong'an is getting a promotion soon, Wei Sijia and Wei Yafei moved into Wei Yong'an's house under the pretense of visiting their mother. After arguing outside today, Wei Sijia came home first and, with tears streaming down her face, told Wei Yafei what had happened.
After hearing this, Wei Yafei wasn't as agitated as Wei Sijia, but he was still quite unhappy.
First, he felt ashamed that his mother, at such an advanced age, was still so restless, having ambiguous relationships with other old men.
Secondly, he's currently looking for someone to introduce him to someone so he can get married. If rumors start circulating, it's sure to delay his search for a partner!
No family wants to marry their daughter off to a family where the mother-in-law is unruly!
Just as she was feeling angry, Cao Guangping brought Bai Shuzhen back.
Upon seeing the old man, he flew into a rage: "Mom, what are you doing? Sijia just told me that you were having an affair with another old man, and I didn't believe it. I never expected that you would bring this old man home now? How can you do this to Dad? Dad has only been gone for a few years, and you've already brought an old man back to take his place."
Wei Yafei didn't really want to defend his father; he was just using those words as an excuse.
Upon hearing this, Bai Shuzhen was speechless for a moment.
She gave Cao Guangping a subtle look, signaling him to leave first, and planned to explain to Wei Yafei and Wei Sijia slowly after he left.
Unexpectedly, Cao Guangping misunderstood her meaning.
He thought Bai Shuzhen was implying that he should speak up for her.
Cao Guangping stepped forward politely, extended his hand, and said, "You must be Yafei. Shuzhen mentioned you to me. Young man, my name is Cao Guangping. I've known your mother for many years. To be honest, I've known your mother longer than your father has known her."
Wei Yafei clenched his fists. He had heard Wei Sijia say that Cao Guangping was just an ordinary old man who looked down on him. Now, Cao Guangping dared to mention the deceased old man Wei, and his words were full of provocation. He immediately exploded.
"Who do you think you are, daring to mention my dad?"
As he spoke, he leaped forward, swung his fist, and punched Cao Guangping directly in the eye socket, instantly creating a black eye.
"Ah! Kohei!"
Bai Shuzhen screamed and rushed forward to grab Wei Yafei: "Yafei, stop! Don't hit your Uncle Cao!"
Wei Yafei looked at Bai Shuzhen in disbelief: "You're still helping him?"
He now felt the same way as Wei Sijia, realizing that his mother had found a new lover and forgotten about her son and daughter.
As the saying goes, if there's a stepmother, there's a stepfather; and now it seems that if there's a stepfather, there will be a stepmother in the future!
Bai Shuzhen was speechless; she didn't know how to explain it at this moment.
She's so old, how can she be like a young person, with her mind full of romantic and lovey-dovey thoughts!
Even if she were to consider feelings, she wouldn't be interested in an old hag like Cao Guangping!
Her association with Cao Guangping was all for the sake of Wei Sijia and Wei Yafei!
Cao Guangping is now rich and powerful. I heard that even the city leaders have to be careful with him. As long as you can keep Cao Guangping happy, even a little bit of money he slips through his fingers is a big deal!
Bai Shuzhen had put in a lot of good words for Cao Guangping during this period of time, and he agreed to mention their names to the city leaders. But what happened?
As a result, Wei Sijia and Wei Yafei, two brainless individuals, immediately started shouting and threatening to kill Cao Guangping.
All her efforts during this period have been in vain!
Thinking about this, Bai Shuzhen felt so angry that her liver ached.
Disregarding her image in front of Cao Guangping, she screamed, "Yafei, stop!"
The more Wei Yafei heard his mother speak up for Cao Guangping, the angrier he became. He had been spoiled by Bai Shuzhen and Old Man Wei since he was a child. At home, not only Wei Yong'an, but even his own sister Wei Sijia, who was born at the same time, dared not talk back to him.
Now, for the sake of Cao Guangping, an outsider, his mother, who has always stood by him and spoken up for him since childhood, is actually yelling at him?
Wei Yafei's anger burned even brighter, and he clenched his fist and charged towards Cao Guangping again.
Seeing his behavior, Cao Guangping also felt angry.
He had lived a life of luxury for so many years. Although he had no say in the family business and no right to interfere while his ex-wife was still alive, everyone addressed him respectfully as "Boss Cao" wherever they went. After his ex-wife died, he held absolute power, and no one dared to criticize him.
Who would have thought that he would run into Wei Sijia and Wei Yafei today, and get thoroughly humiliated. Now he even has a black eye from Wei Yafei's beating.
He disregarded the fact that Wei Yafei was Bai Shuzhen's son and raised his fist to retaliate.
Wei Yafei was caught off guard by Cao Guangping's counterattack and was hit squarely. He covered his face and yelled, "You dare hit me? You old bastard, you actually dare to hit me? Damn it, I won't let you get away with this today!"
He shouted as he lunged forward. Cao Guangping was, after all, over fifty years old, and having been used to a good life, his physical strength was no match for that of a young man like Wei Yafei. He stumbled and was tackled to the ground by Wei Yafei.
Wei Yafei delivered a series of punches to Cao Guangping's face, one from the left and one from the right.
Bai Shuzhen screamed in shock, "Ah! Yafei, stop hitting him! Yafei, stop hitting him!"
Hearing Bai Shuzhen's scream, all the neighbors in the Wei family compound came out to see what was going on.
"What's going on at Wei Yong'an's house today? It's so noisy, are people fighting?"
"It sounds like it was Old Lady Bai shouting. Her two biological children have been staying here for the past few days. Could it be that they got into a fight with Yong'an?"
"I don't think so. I remember Yong'an and his wife went out just now..."
Mingxi and Wei Yong'an and Ma Meixia returned at this time. As soon as the neighbors in the courtyard saw Wei Yong'an and Ma Meixia, they immediately gathered around and asked about the situation.
"Yong'an, you're finally back! Your house has been making a racket for ages, what happened?"
"It looks like your brother is fighting with an old man your mother brought home? Who is that old man to your mother?"
"Bringing people home like this, Yong'an, is your mother planning to remarry?"
"Yong'an, you really need to pay attention to this matter..."
The neighbors in the courtyard all knew that Bai Shuzhen was not Wei Yong'an's biological mother, so they spoke without any restraint, their faces clearly showing that they were looking forward to a good show.
Wei Yong'an seemed completely oblivious to the underlying meaning in everyone's words, and simply pursed his lips and said, "I don't know what's going on either."
Ma Meixia chimed in, "Yes, we don't know what happened either. Just now, we saw my sister-in-law arguing with my mother-in-law outside. There was an old man standing next to my mother-in-law, but she didn't introduce him to us in detail. She just told us to call him 'uncle.'"
"That old man must be your mother-in-law's boyfriend, no doubt about it, otherwise your mother-in-law would definitely give a detailed introduction of who he is!"
"I guess your sister-in-law caught your mother-in-law dating an old man and that's why she started arguing with her."
"Speaking of which, your mother-in-law is over fifty years old this year, does she still have the mind to date?"
“I noticed Bai Shuzhen was restless before. She’s almost a grandparent, yet she still dresses up in a flamboyant way every day. Look, it’s only been a few years since Lao Wei left, and she’s already dating someone.”
“Meixia, Yong'an, you two need to pay attention to Bai Shuzhen’s relationship. If she remarries and moves out with her old man, that’s fine. But if she brings her old man with her, you two will suffer.”
"That's right, Yong'an. Bai Shuzhen is your stepmother. It's fine for you to take care of her and support her in her old age, but you need to be more careful. Don't let yourself be taken advantage of and let some random old man into your family..."
Because of the previous incident with the wicked mother-in-law, Wei Yong'an's neighbors had a lot of opinions about Bai Shuzhen and felt sorry for Wei Yong'an having such a stepmother. Now, they mostly advised him and Ma Meixia to be more careful.
Mingxi clicked her tongue in amazement. Wei Yong'an was already so cunning, why should he be more careful?
All I can say is that he disguised himself so well that even his neighbors didn't see through him!
Amid the neighbors' chatter, Wei Yong'an nodded innocently. Just as everyone was relieved, they listened to what he had to say.
“I remember everything you all said, but my dad has been gone for three years. If my mom wants to find a partner, I have no right to stop her. I… you all know I’m not… Anyway, as long as my mom is happy and willing, that’s all that matters. If she wants to live with someone else in the future, then I wish her well. If she still wants to live here, I have no objection. Anyway, I promised my dad that I would take care of her in her old age and see her off when she passes away.”
He spoke so honestly that outsiders only thought he was an honest boy with no guile, and felt even more sorry for him.
"Yong'an, you're still too honest!"
"You actually listened to your dad when he told you to take care of her in her old age and see her to her death? It's not like she doesn't have her own son!"
"She's getting a new partner now, why are you still bothering with her? She's not your biological mother anyway, you can just kick her out, and no one can say anything!"
"That's right, that's right..."
Mingxi: Tsk tsk tsk, is this the power of a male version of a white lotus flower?
The discussion was lively in the courtyard, and the fight was also lively inside the Wei family's house.
Wei Yafei was agitated and attacked without restraint. Cao Guangping screamed in pain as he was beaten. Bai Shuzhen, fearing something might happen, stepped forward and grabbed Wei Yafei's arm, begging him to stop. But he was blinded by rage and didn't care who was trying to break up the fight. He raised his hand and threw a punch, immediately leaving Bai Shuzhen with a bruise on her face.
As Bai Shuzhen covered her face and wailed, she thought of her daughter. She turned around and shouted at Wei Sijia, "Sijia, come up and pull your brother away! Make him stop!"
Wei Sijia stood with her arms crossed, coldly watching the farce unfold, her expression unchanged.
Don't be fooled by Bai Shuzhen's seemingly kind attitude towards her biological children, Wei Sijia and Wei Yafei.
But in fact, there are differences between sons and daughters.
For example, Wei Sijia and Wei Yafei are twins born on the same day. They share the same birthday, and Bai Shuzhen always cooks longevity noodles for them on that day. However, Wei Yafei's bowl of longevity noodles contains an egg, while Wei Sijia's bowl does not.
To be honest, the Wei family doesn't lack the money for an egg; it wouldn't be impossible for them to put eggs in both of their bowls.
But Bai Shuzhen was biased and only gave it to Wei Yafei.
When they grew up and looked for jobs, it was the same. At that time, Old Wei was still alive. Bai Shuzhen made a huge fuss with Old Wei, threatening suicide, until he found Wei Yafei an office job in a government agency. When it came to Wei Sijia, she didn't care so much and just asked Old Wei to arrange a job for her in a textile factory.
In the end, Wei Sijia had to ask a male classmate who liked her for help to get her transferred to the warehouse, a quiet place, as a record clerk.
Otherwise, she would probably have to go to work in the factory.
Thinking back on everything that had happened, Wei Sijia was filled with resentment towards Bai Shuzhen and Wei Yafei.
Seeing the two of them arguing over Cao Guangping, Wei Sijia felt a strange sense of relief.
Let them make a scene, let them fight.
The more serious the commotion, the better; the more violent the fight, the better.
Wei Sijia ignored Bai Shuzhen's shouts and silently watched the show.
Bai Shuzhen was both angry and helpless. She didn't understand why Wei Sijia was disobedient, but she couldn't care less at the moment and could only turn around and continue to break up the fight herself.
Just then, Wei Yafei punched Cao Guangping in the temple. Cao Guangping managed to squeeze out a "uh ah" sound before passing out.
Bai Shuzhen's pupils constricted upon seeing this. She leaped forward and threw herself in front of Cao Guangping, crying out, "Guangping?! Guangping, wake up?!"
Wei Yafei was unaware of what he had done until Bai Shuzhen pounced on him, at which point he finally realized what had happened.
He hurriedly and clumsily got off Cao Guangping.
Realizing he had caused trouble, he thought of Bai Shuzhen. He stared at her with lifeless eyes, pleading, "Mom, what should I do? I...I didn't mean to. I didn't expect him to be so weak...he..."
At this moment, Wei Yafei was truly afraid, afraid that he would kill Cao Guangping, which would mean he would have to bear the burden of a life.
His life was ruined!
No, he's still young and hasn't gotten married yet. We can't let it end like this!
Wei Yafei's first instinct was to run; he immediately wanted to pack his bags and flee. It wasn't until he heard Bai Shuzhen say, "Yafei, Sijia, go quickly to the courtyard and get help," that he realized what was happening.
Wei Yafei's thoughts paused: "Help? Help with what?"
Bai Shuzhen: "Please help me get your Uncle Cao to the hospital!"
Wei Yafei: "Send him to the hospital?"
He was stunned. The person was already gone. What was the point of sending him to the hospital?
Upon closer inspection, Wei Yafei noticed that Cao Guangping's chest was still heaving.
He breathed a sigh of relief instantly.
The fact that he is still breathing means he is not dead, and he doesn't have to bear the blame for someone's death.
"What are you standing there for? Go and call for help!"
Bai Shuzhen gritted her teeth, feeling utterly disappointed. Why had she gone to such lengths to coax Cao Guangping? It was all for Wei Yafei and Wei Sijia, but neither of the two children was any good enough; they offended Cao Guangping the moment they met.
Now that he's knocked someone unconscious, it's good enough if he doesn't come after Wei Yafei when he wakes up, let alone help Wei Yafei gain face in front of the leaders.
What a waste of her time!
Upon hearing this, Wei Yafei quickly crawled out to call for help. Although the people in the courtyard were all watching the commotion from outside, they had been keeping a close eye on the house. They had sensed something was wrong from inside and suspected that something might have happened.
Seeing Wei Yafei come out now confirmed his thoughts.
Wei Yafei cried out in alarm, "He's fainted! He's fainted!"
His words were unclear, and no one understood who had fainted or why.
However, no one cared about this at the time.
"Get him to the hospital right away!"
"Quickly bring a cart over and take him to the hospital!"
"Hurry up, don't let anything really happen in our yard!"
Everyone enthusiastically got to work.
To be honest, it wasn't just out of kindness; the main concern was that an outsider might get into trouble in their yard without their knowledge, and they would be held responsible.
Soon the cart was brought over, and Wei Yong'an grabbed Wei Yafei and said, "Hurry up, carry the person over here!"
Wei Yafei was momentarily confused, but instinctively followed Wei Yong'an's instructions, carrying Cao Guangping out and putting him on a cart. They then pulled the cart and headed towards the hospital.
Given this situation, it was impossible for Bai Shuzhen and Wei Sijia not to go. Wei Yong'an, Ma Meixia, and Mingxi also followed in their footsteps, heading towards the hospital together.
This happened at Wei Yong'an's house after all, so it wouldn't be appropriate for him and Ma Meixia not to go.
As for Mingxi, she was simply there to watch the excitement.
She was just there to watch the fun.
To be honest, she never expected Wei Yafei to be so reckless, managing to send Cao Guangping to the hospital.
Fortunately, Cao Guangping woke up shortly after being taken to the hospital. The doctor examined him and said that he was fine, but his external injuries were a bit serious and he should be hospitalized to recuperate.
"I need to be hospitalized!"
Cao Guangping immediately said he needed to be hospitalized.
Even if the doctor hadn't said that, he was still planning to be hospitalized.
It should be noted that Cao Guangping returned to Beicheng under a legitimate guise, claiming to be investing in the mainland, so he was accompanied by a whole team of foreign businessmen.
If he goes back now with a bruised and battered face, wouldn't he lose face if others saw him like this?
Cao Guangping would absolutely not allow such a thing to happen.
At Cao Guangping's insistence, the doctor admitted him to the hospital. After the admission was completed and he was admitted to the ward, he became dissatisfied again.
"Doesn't your hospital have single rooms?"
Cao Guangping is currently staying in a standard twelve-bed ward, with six beds in each of two rows facing each other. Although the ward is not full, with several empty beds in the middle, there are only five people in total, including Cao Guangping.
But he was still not satisfied.
He always stayed in single rooms in Hong Kong, so he had never been crowded with so many people.
"With so many people and so much noise, I can't get any rest at all. And look, this hospital bed is so small, I might fall off if I turn over. Most importantly, there's no water dispenser or toilet in the room. If I want to get hot water or go to the toilet, I have to go all the way to the end of the corridor, which is so inconvenient."
Cao Guangping complained incessantly, trying to get the doctor to arrange a private room for him.
The doctor in the white coat glanced at him: "A private room? We don't have any here. This is all we have. If you don't want to stay, I can process your discharge now."
Cao Guangping fell silent.
The doctor pursed his lips and left.
Cao Guangping was displeased: "What kind of doctor is this? He has no medical ethics at all. He gets impatient after just a few words and brings up the discharge procedures. If this were in Hong Kong, I would definitely file a complaint!"
At this moment, Wei Yafei came to the bedside with a beaming smile. He fanned Cao Guangping with his hand and said obsequiously, "Uncle Cao, don't be angry. This is a small place, it can't compare to Hong Kong. Please bear with it for now. If you really can't get used to it, I'll go and get you discharged. You can stay at my house."
Seeing him like this, Mingxi pouted and complained to Ma Meixia, "Your brother-in-law is too materialistic, isn't he?"
He was so defiant just a moment ago, but now he's acting like a complete sycophant.
Ma Meixia also curled her lip: "That's just the kind of person he is."
Neither of them liked Wei Yafei.
Why did Wei Yafei's attitude change so drastically?
That's because Bai Shuzhen told Wei Yafei about Cao Guangping's identity on the way here.
Knowing that Cao Guangping was a wealthy Hong Kong businessman, and that even city leaders had to bow and scrape before him, Wei Yafei's attitude changed instantly.
He previously felt that Cao Guangping's relationship with Bai Shuzhen and subsequent marriage was shameful and would hinder his own search for a partner. Moreover, Cao Guangping seemed to have little money, and he worried that after Bai Shuzhen married him, he would have to support such a stepfather in his old age.
But things are different now!
Cao Guangping is rich and powerful. If he puts a good word for him in front of the city leaders, Cao Guangping will definitely not have to continue doing menial tasks in the government office.
wrong!
Wei Yafei thought for a moment, "Why am I still working in the government office?"
Cao Guangping is so rich now. As long as he marries Bai Shuzhen, what can't I, as his stepson, have? A wife? Let alone marrying a beautiful wife, he could marry several and no one would care!
In Hong Kong, you can do anything as long as you have money.
Wei Yafei embodies a spirit.
yes!
I heard that Cao Guangping owns dozens of chain restaurants in Hong Kong, and his daily profit alone is more than tens of thousands of dollars, not to mention his real estate, stocks and funds in Hong Kong.
Why would he stay in Beicheng as a lowly clerk, earning a pittance every month?
He wanted Bai Shuzhen to marry Cao Guangping and go to Hong Kong with Cao Guangping to make a fortune!
Wei Yafei thought he had made a brilliant plan, but he never considered that Cao Guangping had biological children in Hong Kong. Even if Cao Guangping was rich and had businesses, it had nothing to do with him, an outsider.
Not to mention, it's not even certain whether Cao Guangping has any intention of marrying Bai Shuzhen.
Of course, Wei Yafei's brain, as big as a walnut, couldn't think of all that yet. He smiled obsequiously and said, "Uncle Cao, if you want to be discharged, I'll go and get the paperwork done for you now?"
Cao Guangping was startled by Wei Yafei's sudden change in attitude. The person who was just swinging his fist at him had suddenly become so obsequious. Could there be some kind of conspiracy?
He subconsciously shifted his body behind him: "What are you trying to do? I'm warning you, this is a hospital. If you dare to lay a hand on me, I'll definitely call the police."
Wei Yafei: "Uncle Cao, you've misunderstood. I've realized my mistake and sincerely want to apologize to you."
Bai Shuzhen then said, "Guangping, Yafei acted impulsively just now. I've already talked to him about it, and he's realized his mistake and sincerely wants to be good to you to make up for it. Please, for my sake, don't hold it against him, okay?"
Bai Shuzhen sat by Cao Guangping's bedside, her face lowered, her eyes staring straight at him, her expression on the verge of tears, looking both weak and pitiful.
Bai Shuzhen had done her research and found that this angle was the best for her to make this expression, and it was the most likely to evoke a man's pity.
Before Old Man Wei died, this trick always worked on her in front of him.
As expected, Cao Guangping also fell for this trick.
Seeing Bai Shuzhen like this, his gaze softened considerably, and the expression on his face also softened.
But he was still a little angry that Wei Yafei was so disrespectful to him, so he didn't reply.
Bai Shuzhen knew what he was thinking at a glance, and quickly said, "Guangping, just relax and rest in the hospital. Don't worry, Yafei and I will stay with you at the hospital these days."
As she spoke, she touched Cao Guangping's hand.
Feeling his beloved's soft hand against his, Cao Guangping's expression relaxed. He rubbed Bai Shuzhen's hand and said, "Alright, considering his youthful vigor, I won't hold it against him this time. But, Shuzhen, you don't need to take care of me. Just come over every day and chat with me here."
"Okay." Bai Shuzhen responded softly, pressing her head against Cao Guangping's chest: "Guangping, you're so good..."
Cao Guangping patted Bai Shuzhen's shoulder, a smile playing on his lips.
Mingxi: Tsk tsk tsk.
This guy surnamed Cao is really old in years but young at heart. Even lying in a hospital bed, he still has all the tricks up his sleeve!
Ma Meixia and Wei Yong'an also looked like they were about to burst.
These two are just too lovey-dovey.
When Wei Sijia saw this, she pursed her lips and didn't say anything, but she still felt uncomfortable.
Although she was no longer as averse to Cao Guangping after learning that he was no ordinary person, she still found this sickeningly sweet scene quite strange.
The only happy person present was Wei Yafei, who grinned and narrowed his eyes into slits with laughter.
Wei Yafei smiled and said, "Uncle Cao, I was rude before. Let me reiterate: I have no objection to your relationship with my mother. I support your relationship and I support your marriage!"
He said, "I've already thought it through. After you and my mother get married, I'll change my surname to Cao. That way, when we go out, people will know we're a family. You know what, Cao Yafei sounds better than Wei Yafei. It seems we really are a family."
Mingxi raised her eyebrows.
What a filial son!
If Old Man Wei heard this, wouldn't he be so angry that he'd come back to life from the ground?
Ma Meixia glanced at Wei Yong'an with a smile: "This is your own brother?"
Wei Yong'an curled his lip: "We weren't born to the same mother, so what kind of younger brother are we?"
Ma Meixia pursed her lips and didn't say anything.
Not to mention the onlookers, even Bai Shuzhen and Cao Guangping were shocked to hear this.
Cao Guangping looked unwell.
He had no intention of marrying Bai Shuzhen. To be honest, Cao Guangping had some feelings for Bai Shuzhen. After all, she was his first love when he was young, and they hadn't seen each other for so many years, so he missed her very much.
But with all his money now, what kind of woman couldn't he find? Why did he insist on marrying Bai Shuzhen and bringing Wei Yafei along as a burden?
What's more, before anything had even happened, Wei Yafei brought up the matter of changing his surname.
Isn't the meaning quite clear? Is he aiming for his own property?
Cao Guangping is rich, but not so rich that he'd be willing to be taken advantage of!
His expression froze, and he remained silent, only looking at Bai Shuzhen with a probing gaze.
He was curious to know whether Wei Yafei's words were his own idea or instigated by Bai Shuzhen. If it was Bai Shuzhen's instigation, then he would have to seriously consider his relationship with Bai Shuzhen.
Feeling Cao Guangping's gaze, Bai Shuzhen panicked, cursing inwardly.
waste!
Wei Yafei is a piece of trash!
What a brainless idiot!
She, Bai Shuzhen, was intelligent her whole life, how could she have given birth to such a fool!
I didn't help her at all, I just caused her trouble!
Bai Shuzhen turned her head with a dark face: "Yafei, what nonsense are you talking about! What marriage, what surname change, how old am I! What rubbish are you spouting!"
Wei Yafei was completely bewildered by the scolding.
Isn't marriage a good thing?
Didn't his mother want to marry Cao Guangping and live the life of a wealthy wife?
Bai Shuzhen smiled apologetically: "Guangping, I don't know what got into Yafei that he suddenly brought this up. I'll have a good talk with him when we get back."
Seeing her like this, Cao Guangping still had some doubts, but he just smiled and said, "It's nothing, the child was just joking. There's no need to make a big deal out of it."
He concluded the matter with a joke, seemingly not taking it seriously, but actually expressing his meaning: this matter can only be a joke, not a fact.
Bai Shuzhen understood what he meant, and her face stiffened slightly.
Just as the atmosphere in the ward was tense and awkward, a woman wearing a beige suit and high heels walked into the ward.
"Daddy, I heard you were hospitalized. Are you okay?"
Mingxi's eyes widened.
Wow?
Is this probably not Cao Guangping's biological daughter?
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