The eldest sister-in-law was thrown out like a discarded pawn.
Everyone was pretty indifferent, after all, they had spent too little time with their sister-in-law, there was no family bond to cultivate, they weren't on the same path, and they barely exchanged a few words.
Only Xiao's mother felt a pang of sadness.
Her eldest daughter-in-law has been getting along very well with her lately, reading storybooks to her and doing things that no one else would do with her.
With her eldest daughter-in-law by her side, she was clearly living a very happy life.
But her husband wouldn't let her have an easy time; he insisted on sending his eldest daughter-in-law to live with his eldest son.
"Jiang Tian is gone. Who will cook for us from now on? Have you forgotten how delicious Jiang Tian's cooking was?"
So angry was Xiao's mother that she stopped calling Jiang Tian her eldest daughter-in-law and started calling her by her name directly.
Thinking of this, Xiao's father's face showed a hint of unease.
He had indeed forgotten about it.
But compared to satisfying one's appetite, profit is more important.
He glared at his wife: "You think you can starve to death just because your eldest daughter-in-law doesn't cook for you? If you're really that incompetent, you won't survive in the future!"
Her husband swore, and Xiao's mother, who was already in a very bad mood, exploded on the spot: "You're going to make me angry to death!"
Mr. Xiao looked disgusted: "Your irritability is your own problem."
The couple has lost their tenderness for each other, and now they often have arguments.
After the argument, it was always Xiao's mother who gave in first.
Seeing her husband's expression, Xiao's mother really wanted to make a scene!
But she couldn't; deep down, she still longed for her husband's attention and affection.
She could not disobey her husband's orders.
Since Jiang Tian has already been arranged to leave, there's no point in saying anything more.
Ultimately, Xiao's mother chose to remain silent.
The matter has been decided, and Xiao's father told Jiang Tian to make the arrangements.
"It's best to prepare some useful things and think about how to talk to your husband."
Mr. Xiao offered a reminder.
"Yes, Father-in-law, I will do as you say."
Jiang Tian answered.
Everyone else present looked at Jiang Tian with sympathy.
Xiao Chenglin's younger brother and sister lived with their elder brother day and night and knew his temperament very well.
Even if Jiang Tian, a dull and taciturn person, went there and her elder brother took her in, he would never fall in love with her.
After all, Jiang Tian really didn't have any redeeming qualities.
Not long ago, Xiao Chenglin publicly announced that a woman was his fiancée, which shows how much he cherishes that woman.
Back at her place, Jiang Tian spent the entire night packing her luggage.
She was supposed to leave tomorrow, but no one came to see her off.
Even though they ate so much of her food, they still didn't treat her as someone who deserved to be treated equally.
It was late at night, but Xiao's mother still came.
Xiao's mother had a good impression of her eldest daughter-in-law for some time, but all good things must come to an end. She knew that if her eldest daughter-in-law failed to make Xiao Chenglin treat her as a real wife this time, her husband would no longer tolerate her eating and drinking for free in the mansion.
Looking at her eldest daughter-in-law's blank expression, Xiao's mother felt truly uneasy.
She cleared her throat and said, "I can't decide on family matters. You can keep these silver dollars. If you really can't be with Xiao Chenglin in the future, then you can live there. Don't come back. What's the use of coming back? There's no place for you in your family. Your grandfather won't keep you at home either."
Xiao's mother gave Jiang Tian a considerable amount of money, enough for her to live on for at least a few years.
She is neither purely bad nor purely good.
Jiang Tian looked at Xiao's mother and said with a smile, "Mother, thank you. Without you, my life would be completely devoid of light. Don't worry, I will stand firm. There's nothing I can do in my life, but I'm sure I can live a good life."
Seeing Jiang Tian's confidence, Xiao's mother remained silent.
She knew her eldest son wouldn't like a woman like his wife.
But she had nothing more to say.
Even if the two are mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, so what?
Ultimately, it was her husband who took control of the entire household.
"Okay, pack your things and then you can leave. Be careful on the road, and remember to call us when you arrive."
"good."
Jiang Tian smiled and said to Xiao's mother, "Good night, Mother-in-law."
As she spoke, she put all the silver dollars that Xiao's mother had given her into her pocket.
The next day, Jiang Tian was escorted by people specially arranged by Xiao's father, and after many days of travel, she arrived in the city where Xiao Chenglin lived.
“Young Madam, we are only responsible for escorting you. Now that we have reached our destination, we must return.”
"Alright, you can go back now. Have a safe trip."
Jiang Tian, carrying a suitcase and wearing a drab gray women's robe, said goodbye to the two people and walked all the way to the entrance of the Governor's Mansion.
The others didn't recognize her, and seeing her lingering at the door, the guards stepped forward to shoo her away: "This isn't a place to stand idly by, get out of here!"
“I’m not just standing here idly; I’m here to find someone.” Jiang Tian’s voice showed no fear whatsoever.
"Who are you looking for? There's no one here. Leave now!"
The guards, however, did not give her any face. They didn't know her at all and naturally did their duty.
"I've come to see Xiao Chenglin. Please pass on a message for me."
The guard was taken aback that this woman dared to address the warlord by his name. He stared at Jiang Tian and asked, "Who exactly are you?"
“I am the warlord’s wife.”
As soon as Jiang Tian finished speaking, laughter came from behind her.
A man in a suit stood behind her, laughing so hard he almost fell over: "What are you talking about? You're the warlord's wife? How come we didn't know the warlord was already married? It's true he has a fiancée, but that person isn't you!"
The man was quite handsome, but his frivolous smile left a very bad impression.
When Jiang Tian saw him, she seemed to be on guard against him and couldn't help but take a few steps back.
Seeing her frightened expression, the man became even more emboldened: "Who are you? Why are you impersonating the warlord's wife? Do you know where you are? These people could just shoot you."
Jiang Tian's face showed stubbornness: "I am indeed the warlord's wife. Could you please tell him that his wife from his hometown has arrived?"
The man noticed her seriousness and was somewhat puzzled. He looked at Jiang Tian several times and said, "That's right, his fiancée doesn't look like you. What kind of warlord's wife did you jump out of from a crack in the rock?"
Jiang Tian ignored him and said to the guard, "Go tell the warlord that his wife from his hometown has arrived. His family has already called him. If he doesn't want to welcome me, then I'll go to the newspaper and publish our marriage certificate and the letter my grandfather left for him. I don't know who will be embarrassed then."
He spoke with such conviction that it sounded genuine, and even the guards were somewhat frightened.
Now that the warlord is a hero in the eyes of others, he cannot afford any problems with his reputation.
They exchanged glances, then finally went inside to report.
"General, there is a woman outside who says she is your wife from your hometown and has come to seek refuge with you."
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