Chapter 54 Pioneers
The news that the Lu family was going to sue quickly spread throughout Dayu Village.
Lu Xiang had taken Lu's parents back to the village. Only Lu's second sister and little niece were at the hospital. Lu Xiang also worked from dawn to dusk to prepare the braised duck. Ever since the supply and marketing cooperative wanted her duck necks, she had to do a lot of work every day.
I have known the importance of money for a long time, but the more critical the moment, the more I feel that money is courage. Just like this time's hospitalization and hiring a lawyer, both cost money.
If you can't come up with the money, you'll have to bear this huge loss yourself.
Lu Xiang wanted money so badly that she didn't want to be tied down by it anymore. She put even more care into frying the ingredients. Many herbs needed to be sautéed first, others soaked in water, and still others baked. The exact amount to use was crucial.
The aroma of the dish is so delicious that even the family members can't stop eating it. Xiao Cailian soaks a large basin of dried vegetables every day and scoops out some duck marinade. It tastes so good even when used to soak the soles of shoes.
The duck business is now a family partnership, with the supply and marketing cooperative settling accounts every ten days. Previously, everyone had to contribute money: the three sisters-in-law each contributed thirty percent, representing ten percent; Xiao Cailian contributed ninety percent, representing thirty percent; and Lu Xiang invested in technology, representing forty percent.
No one is picky, and you can tell by looking at Lu Xiang busy frying the ingredients.
Without Lu Xiangdai, they would have no idea that duck, which is usually not liked by anyone, can be so delicious.
The Fu family sisters-in-law were all capable people, and being able to work with the supply and marketing cooperative was a great opportunity, guaranteed a stable income. It was a good opportunity, and Lu Xiang was willing to take them on. It was even better that they could earn some money while working at home.
Even my mother-in-law said that this money could be used as everyone's private property and did not need to be handed over.
Now I am even happier, I wish I could have two more pots of duck food every day!
Lu Xiang has been quiet these days. A few days ago, she and Li Yucai met with a lawyer, who said this case was not going to be easy.
The people in their area are known for their tough character, and wife-beating is common. Such people are a source of instability in the countryside. If a divorced man is caught, it will surely inspire others to follow suit, which would be detrimental to regional stability.
Lu Xiang also knew that the laws of the 1980s had many flaws, unlike the subsequent major revisions and repeated refinements.
They are somewhat pioneering in filing this lawsuit.
Lu Xiang had thought that with the medical report and certified physical evidence, he could learn a lesson, but she was a little depressed when she heard the news.
But there are people who take the initiative to make trouble for her.
After hearing about this, Grandma Lu and Aunt Lu came to the house and said, "Your parents are honest people. Now there is such a big fuss, it must be you who is behind it. How can you be so mean? You go up to break up a good family."
Ever since Lu Xiang's substitutionary marriage had caused a falling out with the Lu family, they had been acting like strangers, not speaking to each other when they met.
After hearing about the current situation of the Lu family, Grandma Lu felt that it made sense, and this time she came to scold Lu Xiang.
Lu Xiang heard this and said, "This is the good relative you found for me. Do you want to see my sister beaten to death to be happy?"
Grandma Lu has been criticized by the villagers these days for finding a man who is worse than an animal for Lu Ping. Lu Xiang said that this remark hit her in the back.
Grandma Lu said, "Listen to her. She said such nonsense. Others didn't get beaten, but she did. Is she incompetent? If she gave birth to a son, he would be strong enough to make her stand up and see who would beat him?"
Aunt Lu saw that Lu Xiang was now dressed neatly and respectably. Xiao Cailian, who was so mean, always praised her when she went out. Even her sisters-in-law praised Lu Xiang, so she didn't see that Lu Xiang was good.
Now that he had the opportunity to step on Lu Xiang, he quickly said hypocritically, "Hey, your grandma didn't mean any harm. She meant that they have a child after all. If you break them up now, the child will definitely blame you when he grows up."
Lu Xiang asked, "Do you know why the old lady in the next village lived to be ninety?"
Aunt Lu and Grandma Lu were stunned and asked, "What?"
Lu Xiang said word by word, "Because she never meddles in other people's business."
Their expressions turned grim. Lu Xiang said, "We've already separated. If your daughter is beaten to death in the future, forgiving the perpetrator would be magnanimous. But don't be so generous to others. Otherwise, people will think you're either stupid or evil."
As soon as the words were spoken, before the two men could react, the people around them started laughing.
"These two sentences are really refreshing."
"Not really, just stupid and mean. My son Yongzi went to help without any relatives, and they are my grandmother and aunt. Look at what they are saying."
"I didn't realize that Lu Xiang's mouth is getting more and more powerful. Women should be more powerful and not be bullied."
Aunt Lu and Grandma Lu were so angry that their faces turned pale.
Lu Xiang didn't care about them at all. It was all her own fault. She had been feeling unhappy for the past few days. They even came up to her and picked a fight. A scolding was the least of their trouble.
Aunt Liu outside asked, "When does the court session begin? Can we go?"
Everyone wants to go and see that place.
Lu Xiang said, "You are not allowed to go. The trial will begin in ten days."
This has become a major event in Dayu Village. I wonder how such a family matter will be judged.
Ten days passed in a flash.
To repay Lu Xiang for saving her grandfather's life, Li Yucai hired the city's most renowned lawyer. He followed the case from start to finish. When it came time to actually go to court, only Lu's parents could attend, with Village Chief Wang representing them, along with the Xue family's village chief and Uncle Xue Liu. Even Lu Xiang had to wait outside.
When Lu Ping is feeling better, he will also appear in court, and even his daughter will have to go in with him.
Second Sister Lu was so anxious that she kept turning around: "What's going on?"
Lu Xiang had already prepared all the necessary materials, so the rest was up to fate. Before the trial, the lawyer said there was a 50-50 chance of winning. The other party also hired a lawyer, but Li Yucai's lawyer was more professionally qualified.
The rest will just have to wait.
After a long time, they heard Xue Shengli shouting from inside. Although they couldn't hear what was said through the door, they could still vaguely hear that the argument was very intense.
Lu Xiang and Second Sister Lu looked at each other and said, "There is hope."
Xue Shengli was so excited, it must be something bad for him, and he wanted to make a scene to stop the situation.
After a long time, the court adjourned for fifteen minutes. During the intermission, Lu Xiang and Lu Erjie hurried in. The little niece hugged her mother tightly, crying pitifully.
Xue Shengli was restrained by two policemen, his face red and his neck thick. Uncle Xue Liu also came over, and Lu Xiang immediately opened her arms to protect Sister Lu behind her, watching this confused elder of the Xue family with vigilance.
Uncle Xue said, "Let's be merciful when we can. After all, we are husband and wife. Can't you give Xue Shengli a chance to live?" He was referring to Lu Ping through Lu Xiang.
Lu Xiang said, "You're already an elderly person, and your words are really interesting. Xue Shengli is sick, why do you want my sister to take medicine?"
As soon as he finished speaking, the presiding judge and the two lawyers looked over.
This little girl has a really good mouth!
Sure enough, Uncle Xue Liu was left speechless.
Fifteen minutes passed quickly, and the people who came cleared the area of nonessential people. Before leaving, Lu Xiang said to Lu Ping, "Don't be afraid. My second sister and I are on your side!"
This sentence made Lu Ping cry, and he nodded solemnly.
Afterwards, Lu Xiang and Lu Erjie were driven out, awaiting the final verdict. After meeting them just now, I felt a lot more relaxed. Good cannot prevail over evil.
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