"Hoo-ho-ho" What responded to Old Mrs. Xue was a very rhythmic snoring.
Chen: "Mother, Brother Li has been very tired from studying recently and has fallen asleep. If you have anything to say, please talk to him tomorrow."
This bitch!
Old Mrs. Xue cursed in her heart and turned to go to the west room where the third wife lived.
Among the three brothers of the Xue family, Old Lady Xue values the eldest brother the most, hoping that he can pass the imperial examinations and bring honor to the family. It would be best if he could win an imperial edict for her, so that she can be glorious.
The one he dislikes the most is the second child, and the one he likes the most is the third child. He always thinks of the third child when he has anything good.
She thought to herself, I have loved the third son for so many years, the third son would not be like the eldest son, who was completely controlled by his wife and no longer cared about her, his mother, right?
When someone knocked on the door, Xue Lao San did not pretend to be asleep like Xue Lao Da did. Instead, he came out and invited the person into the house, still with a playful smile on his face and said nice things that didn't cost any money.
Old Mrs. Xue felt very relieved after hearing this, thinking that it was worth it that she had loved the third son for so many years, and in the end he was still reliable.
But Xue Laosan could only do this much at best. He was just being obedient and it didn't cost any money, so he just said it casually. But once it came to practical matters, he acted dumb.
Instead, he cried poor to Old Lady Xue, and not only did he cry poor, he also shifted the blame to someone else, instigating her to fleece the second son's family.
"Now that my second brother is gone, shouldn't you be the one to decide the fate of the family fortune he's accumulated over the years? My eldest sister-in-law will get married sooner or later. Instead of waiting for her to take my second brother's fortune as a dowry, it would be better for you to keep it and provide for your old age. It can also be considered as a filial act."
When the things are in my hands, he can say a few nice words to coax the old lady, and then the things will belong to him, right?
Xue Laosan was calculating in his mind.
Encouraged by him, Old Mrs. Xue's heart suddenly came to life. Although she had previously colluded with her two daughters-in-law to take the money hidden by the second wife, the second wife must have a lot of good things. Even if she didn't have them, the courtyard with green tiles and white walls alone was worth a lot of money.
How could Old Mrs. Xue stay any longer?
"That's right. I'm going to go over and have a word with that unlucky guy."
Xue Laosan looked at his mother who couldn't wait to go out, touched his chin, smiled, and slowly returned to the house.
The Xue family had just finished their meal and were chatting in the yard while digesting their food.
Dahei had already warned Xue Huan of the coming of Old Lady Xue. Xue Huan knew from his barking that the newcomer was definitely not a good person, so she closed the gate first.
When Old Lady Xue arrived, no matter how she knocked on the door, Xue Huan and the others pretended not to hear.
Anyway, the gate of the courtyard is very strong. Since she likes to take pictures, let her take as many pictures as she wants. She will leave naturally when the time comes. There is no need to wait outside all the time.
Of course, even if she stayed outside, Xue Huan had a way to deal with her.
The reason why I'm avoiding her now is simply because I don't want to waste energy and words arguing with Old Lady Xue. It's meaningless.
Old Mrs. Xue didn't knock on the door for a long time. She changed her strategy and started to cry. Her crying was so rhythmic and full of twists and turns, like a big opera.
In the courtyard, Xue's mother felt a little guilty and said softly, "Huan'er, why don't you let your grandma come in?"
Xue Huan: "Mom, don't bother with her. The more you pay attention to her, the more excited she gets. Just let her howl outside. She'll stop when she gets tired."
Anyway, there must be no good intentions when Old Lady Xue comes here, so why should she open the door and let her in to make things uncomfortable for her family?
Seeing her calm, even a little indifferent, Mother Xue couldn't help but say, "Huan'er, don't act like this in front of outsiders, or else people will easily accuse you of being unfilial."
As an educated aristocratic woman, Xue's mother naturally knew the principle of "kindness from above and filial piety from below". If the elders are not kind, how can they expect the younger generations to be filial?
If Old Mrs. Xue acted a little more like an elder, she would not say that.
It's just that in the eyes of most people, whatever the elders do is right, but the younger generations must be filial. Their family cannot compete with the universal concept, so they can only remind Xue Huan to at least be cautious when outside.
Xue Huan was a little surprised. She thought Xue's mother would just tell her to be patient or something, but no. Although Xue's mother was gentle, she was not cowardly. She would not impose her own ideas on her children or do anything to please public opinion and create a good reputation at the expense of her own children.
She couldn't help but feel relieved, and winked at Xue's mother cunningly, "Don't worry, mother, I will still restrain myself in front of outsiders."
Without absolute strength, you really cannot do whatever you want, and sometimes you need to make certain compromises.
Old Mrs. Xue cried and threw tantrums, but it was all in vain. She could only spat a mouthful of thick phlegm out of the courtyard gate in hatred, patted her butt and went back.
Halfway through the journey, they happened to meet the people sent by Qian Dazhi.
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"Second Aunt, Hua Ni'er, grandma asked me to come over and ask you to come over. She said she wants to discuss Second Uncle's funeral arrangements."
In the evening, Xue Huan was preparing to cook when Xue Xin from the first wife's house came over.
She frowned. What was this old woman up to? Father Xue's body hadn't been found, and it wasn't certain he was dead. Why was she discussing funeral arrangements?
Is this old woman eager to confirm that Xue's father is dead so that Xue's mother can remarry?
"Okay, I'll go with my mother later."
After hearing this, Xue Xin did not leave immediately, but waited in the yard.
When we arrived at Old Xue's house, all the adults were there. When they saw the mother and daughter coming, their eyes lit up as if they had seen a mountain of gold and silver.
That burning gaze was really weird and uncomfortable.
Xue Huan secretly became more alert.
Old Mrs. Xue winked at Mrs. Li, the third daughter-in-law. Mrs. Li immediately stepped forward and enthusiastically took Mrs. Xue's arm, leading her to the table. "Come, sister-in-law, sit next to me."
Xue Xin wanted to pull Xue Huan to sit on the other side, but Xue Huan avoided her without leaving a trace. She took two quick steps and sat down next to Xue's mother.
Old Mrs. Xue, who was sitting at the head of the table, said, "Alright, old family, serve the food. Let's eat first and talk later."
Xue Huan and her mother exchanged a glance, both surprised by Old Lady Xue's sudden generosity. In the past, whenever they came here, they were met with cold stares and scorn. They couldn't even get a drink of water, let alone food. There was only a mountain of work waiting for them.
Now you actually invite them to sit down and eat?
As soon as the dishes were served, the mother and daughter were shocked again. The taste of the dishes was far beyond their expectations. It was not too bad, but too good, so good that they even suspected that the dishes were poisoned.
Not only were the dishes plentiful, but Li, the third wife's wife, also served everyone a bowl of chicken soup, including some in front of Xue Huan and Xue's mother.
The shiny yellow chicken soup has a fragrant aroma. It is made from free-range chickens raised on the farm. Even though the cooking technique is not very good, the soup is very tempting because the ingredients themselves are delicious enough.
Mrs. Li called out, "Come, come, drink the soup and eat the vegetables. We're all family, don't be restrained."
She picked up the soup bowl first and drank it with relish.
Xue Huan thought to herself, I have to see what this family is up to.
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