Chapter 94 Where to Stay Tonight
No matter how big or small the family affairs were, they could not escape the sharp eyes of the grandfather, and Tu Su Minfei had no intention of hiding anything.
He put down the bowl and, under the old lady's suggestive gaze, said frankly, "Last night, my mother was rescued in time by my sister-in-law and narrowly escaped. Fortunately, the doctor said that she only needs to recuperate for a period of time and she will recover. But as for my father..."
A hint of helplessness flashed in his eyes, his brows knitted slightly, and he sighed, "Grandfather, my father is restless and his relationship with my mother is becoming increasingly tense. If this continues, I'm worried something bad will happen."
The grandfather's gaze fell on his disappointing second son, and a dark cloud grew in his eyes. The old lady hurried out to smooth things over, her tone soothing: "Minfei, your father was just momentarily confused. It's not as serious as you describe."
"he……"
"A moment of confusion?"
The old grandfather sneered and said sarcastically, "From the look of discontent on his face, I'm afraid it's exactly what you said."
He flatly rejected the old lady's excuse, his eyes closed, and said firmly: "It is definitely not a long-term solution for him to continue like this. The family will not tolerate his presumptuous behavior."
Tu Su Minfei saw the right moment and, ignoring the sudden change in the old lady's expression, spoke calmly, "I've been thinking deeply lately and feel that our family doesn't need to be confined to this small place to survive. If Grandfather has no objection, I'd like to go to the county town with Father to seek a job."
"Going to the county town to make a living?"
"Exactly."
Tu Suminfei sat up straight and continued, "Whether it's working as a bookkeeper at a restaurant, teaching at a private school, or even as a purchasing manager for some wealthy families, all these professions can be considered viable career paths."
"How can this be possible?"
The old lady retorted emotionally: "Those you are talking about are just servants who are being driven. How could your father..."
"Grandma, I plan to go with you too."
Tu Suminfei remained calm and resolute, "As long as we sign a labor contract and it doesn't involve selling ourselves into slavery, what's wrong with changing the way we earn our wages?"
The old grandfather hesitated, but Tu Suminfei continued, "Grandfather, the charcoal industry is already in jeopardy. Even if we survive the cold winter, we must find another way to make a living after the spring. Relying solely on the efforts of my eldest brother and sister-in-law is not enough. I am willing to contribute as well."
Regardless of the amount of his salary, he cannot always be inferior to others.
But at this moment, he must take this immoral and crazy father away from the family to prevent him from causing more disputes and disasters in the family.
The old lady showed strong disgust on her face and extreme resistance in her heart. She tried to dispel his idea with insignificant words, but her words seemed pale and powerless.
Tu Suminfei was not seeking her approval.
The old grandfather pondered for a long time, and finally closed his eyes helplessly, his voice tinged with sadness: "In this way, I have indeed wronged you."
Practically speaking, farming and doing business at home can barely be considered as owning one's own business, but working for others outside is a completely different story. Not only is one's freedom restricted, but one also has to endure all kinds of hardships.
Tu Su Min Fei just smiled calmly, as if he didn't care at all: "My sister-in-law once said that it's not shameful to make money for survival, and I, your grandson, don't feel wronged at all."
As long as life continues, there is no such thing as so-called grievances.
Amid the old lady's fruitless struggle and resistance, Tu Su Minfei and his grandfather finally reached an agreement.
The old lady was anxious and found an excuse to rush out. She grabbed Tu Su Minfei and, ignoring the presence of other people in the yard, scolded him sternly, "You are deliberately harming your father!"
"How could he possibly..."
"Why can't he?"
This was the first time Tu Su Minfei had an argument with the old lady, but the young man was extremely firm in his attitude.
"Since my father boasts of his extraordinary talent and learning and should not be buried in this wilderness, he must be able to shoulder greater responsibilities."
"Since Grandfather has agreed to this matter, I will discuss it with Father next. Grandmother, there is no need to worry too much."
After he finished speaking, he turned around and left, ignoring the old lady's gloomy expression.
Tu Subo, who was boiling medicine nearby, saw the old lady leave angrily and narrowed his eyes slightly. "Minyang, is your father living with your brother now?"
Tu Suminyang, who was squatting on the side playing snowballs, lowered his head and responded in a muffled voice: "Yes, my brother said that my father must not affect my mother's rest, so he asked me to sleep with her."
Tu Subo picked up a wooden stick and gently poked the firewood in the stove, his tone carrying a subtle hint of meaning: "Didn't your father object?"
An unnatural stiffness flashed across Tu Su Minyang's face. He lowered his head even lower and his voice became weaker: "My brother said to listen to him, I don't know either..." His words drifted lightly in the air, carrying a hint of unspeakable helplessness and confusion.
Tu Subo raised an elusive smile and gently stroked Tu Suminyang's little head, his tone revealing a hint of reproach: "What fun is there in this freezing snowflake?"
"I'll go take the medicine to your sister-in-law right away. You should also take the medicine bowl to your mother. Be careful not to spill it."
Tu Suminyang, holding the medicine bowl carefully in both hands, hurried away. Tu Subo carefully pulled the firewood from the stove, gently stirred it until it went out, and then gently closed the door.
Gu Yuexuan finished a bowl of hot chicken soup and her stomach was already full. When she saw the bowl of black medicinal juice, she couldn't help but frown.
"Can you take a short break before drinking?"
Her stomach seemed to be full and would explode if she drank any more.
The bowl of medicinal juice had just been boiled and was extremely hot. Upon hearing this, Tu Subo nodded gently.
"Put it aside for a moment."
He took the needle and thread from Gu Yuexuan's hand and asked without waiting for her to respond, "I'm not at home during the day. Have you noticed any movement from Second Aunt's side?"
Gu Yuexuan's attention was diverted. She was slightly stunned, then shook her head gently: "I really didn't pay much attention to this, but it seems to have been very calm."
"Could it be that Second Uncle has done something weird again?"
Does this person have any bottom line?
Tu Subo's eyes flashed with a light of varying depths, and his tone was deep and reserved: "Since it's calm, it means that nothing will happen for the time being."
Gu Yuexuan was confused, but Tu Subo seemed to have no intention of continuing to explain.
His gaze fell playfully on the scattered wooden planks on the ground, and his slender fingers tapped lightly, making a crisp sound. "Xuanxuan, you actually took apart my bed to entertain guests today. Have you already thought about where I will stay tonight?"
The place where he knocked happened to leave several clear shallow footprints, which was conclusive evidence and could not be denied.
Gu Yuexuan blushed and explained, "My brother and sister accidentally stepped on it. What does it have to do with me..."
"You took it out."
Tu Subo sighed deeply, spread his legs, and said with a sad expression: "Xuan Xuan, even if you want to sleep on a wooden board, it shouldn't be this dirty board, right?"
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