Chapter 235: Embarrassing the Father-in-Law
Chen Zhancai's breathing stagnated. The behavior of his three brothers-in-law was no different from that of street urchins and hooligans. He wanted to bluff in front of them, but these three young men didn't buy it at all.
I wanted to pretend a little longer, but I was afraid of angering them. If they really acted like bastards and beat me up in public, I would be carrying a coffin and my pants would fall off, which would be so embarrassing.
Thinking of this, he didn't dare to play dumb anymore, but he was still filled with anger. He couldn't help but tremble all over, and after a long while, he managed to utter, "You are really disrespectful!"
Liu Dashan's purpose for coming here this time was not pure. He wanted Chen Zhancai to become successful in the future and take good care of his three sons.
But this rebellious son is really blind. He was told at home not to talk to Chen Zhancai like before, but before he could say more than three and a half sentences, his true colors were revealed.
Liu Dashan was almost vomiting blood because of his three sons, and he started to curse.
"Unfilial things, how can you three talk to your brother-in-law like that? Your brother-in-law is a scholar now, do you know what a scholar is?
The county magistrate has to give him face when he sees you. Who do you think you are to show off your power here? You are a bunch of useless people who are useless. Stay away and stop embarrassing yourself here!
Liu Bao, Liu Gen and Liu Gou were scolded so badly that they were too embarrassed to say a word.
Liu Dashan looked at Chen Zhancai with a smile on his face, "My dear son-in-law, they are young and still children. Calm down and don't argue with them."
"They are all fathers, and you still say they are children?" Chen Zhancai saw that his three brothers-in-law were scolded by their father-in-law and behaved well. He could not help but feel emboldened and scolded them harshly.
"As the old saying goes, if an adopted son is not educated, it is the fault of his father. If the father-in-law continues to turn a blind eye and allow them to do whatever they want, he will inevitably get into trouble in the future and will inevitably end up in jail."
"Yes, yes, what you said is absolutely right, son-in-law," Liu Dashan nodded repeatedly with a smile, "I will definitely discipline them strictly in the future. I will make sure that if they are told to go east, they won't dare to go west. If they are told to beat a dog, they definitely won't dare to scold a chicken. If they are told to pick their toes, they definitely won't dare to blow their nose. When son-in-law becomes successful in the future, please remember to support them!"
"Father-in-law, I'm not saying anything bad about you, but you're such an old man and should be more clear-headed. Why are you getting more and more confused?"
Chen Zhancai deliberately started to mock and ridicule,
"As the saying goes, a pig's intestines can't be straightened up, and a fool can't be helped up. The dead pig is fine, but you insist on scalding it with boiling water. My father-in-law told you to say, 'How can you carve a rotten piece of wood into something useful?' You're just asking someone for something he can't do!"
If it were in the past, Liu Dashan would have slapped Chen Zhancai several times. It was too much. He even indirectly called his three sons good-for-nothings.
I am angry, but now things are different from before. Now they are getting cocky.
If I really pass the imperial examination in the future, I will be a respected and esteemed official. Who wouldn't rush to curry favor with me?
Even if he was filled with rage, he had to suppress it and put on a smile.
"You are right, my son-in-law. But even a donkey dung egg has its fever. Who knows if they will learn well one day. I hope my son-in-law will show me more love."
The more Chen Zhancai listened, the more resentful he felt. He couldn't help but sarcastically say, "As the saying goes, without good seeds, you can't grow good seedlings; without good gourds, you can't saw good gourds. Don't count on me, father-in-law."
After hearing this, Liu Dashan was so angry that he almost ran away on the spot. Fortunately, Mrs. Liu beside him stopped him in time and whispered a reminder,
"Be calm, my son-in-law is not the same as before, don't do anything stupid!"
After this reminder, Liu Dashan's emotions finally calmed down, and he forced himself to squeeze out a smile that was uglier than crying.
"My dear son-in-law, I was blind before, and your three brothers-in-law are ignorant. Please don't take it to heart. I apologize to you here."
Liu Dashan said this and bowed deeply to Chen Zhancai.
Liu Fengjiao couldn't bear it any longer, and glared at Chen Zhancai in anger, then quickly stepped forward to help Liu Dashan up.
"Dad, we are all family. It's strange to say that. Zhancai is successful now, which is also a blessing for the Liu family. Don't worry, Zhancai has a sharp tongue but a soft heart. He is just venting his dissatisfaction. Don't take it to heart. He will take care of his three younger brothers in the future."
"Okay, okay, I feel relieved now." A smile appeared on Liu Dashan's face.
Chen Zhancai felt much more relieved at this moment. Just when he was about to humiliate the Liu family again, he saw Old Man Chen walking quickly from the kitchen and jokingly said to Liu Dashan,
"Father-in-law is such a rare guest. I haven't seen you alive in years!"
"Oh my dear brother, you are still alive. How can I go ahead of you?"
"My mother-in-law is here too. Don't just stand here. Find a place to sit down. The feast will start soon."
"My in-laws, just go about your business and don't worry about us." Liu Dashan said as he found an empty table with his family and sat down.
Liu Bao's face was very ugly. "Dad, look at how arrogant Chen Zhancai is. Why should we endure this humiliation? Just beat him up."
"That's right, what's so great about passing the imperial examination? Look how proud he is, he almost lost his mind." Liu Gou agreed with a pout.
Liu Gen was so angry that he was panting and looked dissatisfied. He rolled up his sleeves and wanted to fight to save his face.
Liu Dashan glared at them fiercely, "You know nothing! Behave yourself and don't cause any trouble. Although Chen Zhancai is only a scholar now, he has a bright future. If he is lucky enough to pass the imperial examination, he will be an official. With this relative, we will have no power in the future!"
Mrs. Liu also spoke up, "Your father is right. If you endure it now, you will benefit from it and live a good life in the future."
Although Liu Bao, Liu Gen and Liu Gou were not convinced, they did not dare to say anything more.
After a few fake greetings between Old Man Chen and Liu Dashan, they came up to Old Lady Chen.
"Old lady, are all the people here?"
"They should all be here." Old Mrs. Chen nodded and then asked, "How are the banquet preparations going?"
"Don't worry, we're just waiting for your order and ready to serve at any time."
"Don't listen to me. You have to ask your son about this. He'll tell us when the feast starts, and then we can serve the food."
"Okay, okay, then I'll go ask Zhan Cai."
"Come back first." Old Lady Chen stopped Old Man Chen again and whispered, "The gifts these poor bastards brought are not much. You must remember to control the portion of the food. If it exceeds our expectations, we will suffer a great loss."
Old man Chen patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, my dear. I promise you will only make money and never lose money."
"That's good. Let's go ask our son when the feast will start." Old Mrs. Chen came close to Chen Zhancai and said, "Son, everyone is here now. If there's nothing else, let's start the feast!"
"Mom, why are you in such a hurry? Don't forget, today is my big day. I have to say a few words anyway!"
"Yes, yes, my son is right." Old Mrs. Chen nodded repeatedly and shouted to the noisy crowd,
"Everyone, be quiet. Find a place to sit down and listen to my Zhancai say a few words. Then we'll start the meal."
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