Could Zhang Guoqing not see the subtle signs between the children? He smiled and ignored it. Given his eldest sister's character, the children she raised wouldn't be bad people.
In other words, he is more willing to make sacrifices only if the child is doing well. Otherwise, since his eldest nephew has both parents around, there is no need for him, as his uncle, to interfere too much.
After returning to the guesthouse, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law group had not returned yet, and even Zhang's father and grandson had not returned. Zhang Guoqing estimated that they would not show up until dinner time.
"Okay, you guys play by yourselves. We'll go out after they come back." Zhang Guoqing waved his hand and asked the children to go and distribute the gifts first.
"Uncle, lie down for a while."
Zhang Guoqing smiled and nodded. "If you're hungry, eat some cakes. Don't be reluctant. I'll take you to the night market tonight. You can discuss where you want to go next and give me the answer."
"Uncle, it's better not to go out. You have to spend money wherever you go."
"You'll have the chance. I won't have time to take you guys on a stroll in the future. While our family is in the provincial capital right now, let's think of a few more places."
Xizi pointed helplessly at the noise coming from the next few rooms and said, "They're already going crazy with joy. Let's not talk about it."
Zhang Guoqing stroked his hair and asked, "Haven't you always wanted to go to the beach?"
"Forget it. How much will it cost for so many people? We'll have plenty of opportunities to go out and have fun in the future. We'll talk about it after we get a job. You shouldn't have bought those three pieces of clothing today. My grandma will definitely scold you if she sees you."
Zhang Guoqing rolled his eyes at him. This child is becoming less and less lovable as he grows older.
"Uncle, don't be so unconvinced. If you tell my grandma that you're going out to play, she'll definitely nag you."
"Zhang Mingyuan, you're getting so bold, you keep poking me with your breasts!"
Xizi laughed heartily. What a blessing it was to be able to chat with his uncle!
"You really don't plan to get into the capital?"
Xizi shook her head. "I want to be closer to my grandparents. I still have to look after my family. If I go to the capital, I might not be able to come back twice a year. I can't leave my younger brothers and sisters behind."
Zhang Guoqing patted him with satisfaction. What a good boy! He's acting like an eldest son.
"Don't put pressure on yourself. If you encounter any problems, talk to your uncle."
Xizi nodded.
"Go play with Ziwen and the others. While you're still young, you should be as crazy as you can be. Life is short, so don't be too hard on yourself."
"Would you like to live life to the fullest? Even if I spend all my money, I'll make it back? Haha... Uncle, you take a rest first. I'm leaving now."
Zhang Guoqing watched him run away quickly and scolded him with a smile, "You little bastard!"
Over there, Zhang's mother took her three daughters-in-law to Zhang Guofu's school, met her eldest son, and chatted with his classmates. Soon the school bell rang, and in order not to delay her eldest son's studies, she had to leave in a hurry.
Zhou Jiao waited for a long time, but her mother-in-law didn't show off. She still smiled at everyone and chatted happily with them.
As you can imagine, the slapping technique failed. How could such a kind-hearted old woman as her mother-in-law say such harsh words? She didn't even hear a single sarcastic remark.
Haha, failed to slap myself in the face!
Zhou Jiao thought this was a good idea. Earning genuine respect wasn't something they could do for Huang Cuilan. Ultimately, she had to establish herself.
It had to be Zhang's mother who came forward, otherwise Zhou Jiao wouldn't have been willing to come. Was it necessary?
Her mother-in-law was angry that her eldest daughter-in-law was looked down upon, so she planned to take her out to show them off, just like those nouveau riche wearing a rough golden dog chain - look, how rich my family is.
This is her mother-in-law, an illiterate old woman who uses the simplest and crudest ideas to maintain the dignity of her daughter-in-law.
It's really admirable! Not every mother-in-law can do this for her daughter-in-law.
Zhou Jiao asked herself countless times, if the roles were reversed, she really couldn't do it. If one day she could marry a wife like this, haha... she would definitely tell her to get out of her way as far as possible.
Just now, when I saw those people chatting with Zhang's mother on campus, their postures and the words they used in their conversations, I could tell that her mother-in-law was respected by these students.
This respect is definitely not caused by family background. It is the love that everyone has for the loving mother in their heart, as well as the kindness in her mother-in-law's words and deeds.
"Mom, I'm really surprised today. I didn't know that college students live in such a big university. They are so lucky. I only knew that our Xiaowu and Jiaojiao went to college before, but now I finally understand what this means."
Zhang's mother laughed and scolded, "What do you understand? You silly wife! Our little Wu Jiaojiao goes to the best university. The campus alone is more than twice the size of this one."
Zhou Jiao looked at her mother-in-law showing off with amusement. Why didn't she say these words just now? It seems that her mother-in-law only showed off some of her words in front of her family.
That’s good!
Lin Juhua didn't get angry after hearing what Zhang's mother said. She smiled happily and said, "Then next time you go to the capital, take me with you. I'll carry your bags for you."
Zhou Jiao smiled and continued, "No need to wait until next time, come with us this time. But, are you willing to leave my second brother home alone?"
Who is Lin Juhua? She can handle the dirty talk of the village ladies without blushing or even gasping for breath.
When Zhou Jiao heard what she said, she immediately said, "Don't say that. I really can't bear to leave your second brother. There's a cafeteria for food, so I'm not worried, but there's no one to wash his clothes. It's not good to let him go out in the middle of summer smelling bad."
Zhou Jiao smiled and looked at her. What a smart woman! As soon as she said this, her mother-in-law was even more delighted. She found that Lin Juhua was the most shrewd in the family!
When Zhang Laoer was in the village, she would just steal some food and at most get a few cold stares and a few scoldings from her mother-in-law, but it wasn't a big deal. Besides, her husband wouldn't use his fists.
When Zhang Laoer went to work in the city, she immediately stopped behaving this way because she knew very well that if she angered her husband this time and her mother-in-law disliked her, it would most likely result in divorce.
Lin Juhua’s greatest strengths are her ability to understand current affairs and behave well.
For example, she always sends Ping An a set of new clothes she sews by hand at the end of each year. She knows that she values thoughtfulness, and that sewing things with her own hands brings her more joy than buying them.
Even if I understand her little thoughts, can I erase her feelings? No!
What's even more beneficial is that this move pleases the parents-in-law. Don't the elderly want their sons and daughters-in-law to be united and have harmonious relationships?
Zhou Jiao likes to deal with smart people, especially those who are not malicious. She will understand what it means to be on the same page. Look, for Huang Cuilan, her second sister-in-law has done a lot of work!
"Mom, how about we go shopping at the department store? Sister-in-law and sister-in-law, if you want to buy anything, just tell me. I have industrial coupons and bills."
"No, keep it for shopping."
"I'm not buying it, I'm just looking at it."
Zhang's mother also nodded and said, "Let's go and see if there are any defective products. Forget about the others. If there are any at home, don't waste money."
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