"Xiaoyu, what nonsense are you talking about?" Zhao Zhenzhu rolled her eyes at Zhao Tianyu and said, "Marriage is a matter for both parties. If your brother-in-law doesn't want to be with me, then let's get a divorce! It's not like I have to cling to him."
Marriage was not a necessity for Zhao Zhenzhu at all.
In her past life, Zhao Zhenzhu was rich and had plenty of free time. She lived a very happy life on her own.
In this lifetime, Zhao Zhenzhu will never lack money, even with her spatial ability, and she also has two adorable children.
Without Zhou Bingchen, could Zhao Zhenzhu's life have been any worse than in her previous life?
"Sister, you stayed by my side when he was down on his luck. Now that he's successful, how can he abandon you after starting something so simple? That's not how a person behaves," Zhao Tianyu said anxiously.
"It's not a matter of unwavering devotion or abandonment after starting something. Xiaoyu, marriage is like shoes; only the wearer knows if they fit. I've thought about divorcing your brother-in-law before, but now, I can't just stop thinking about it altogether," Zhao Zhenzhu said with a smile.
"Sis, things are already at a critical point, and you're still joking. No way, my sister is none of Zhou Bingchen's business to look down on. I'll go talk to their boss." Zhao Tianyu said angrily.
"Xiaoyu, you're not allowed to do anything reckless. If you dare to go to Zhou Bingchen or his boss behind my back, I'll take the children and move out. From now on, I won't acknowledge you as my brother anymore," Zhao Zhenzhu threatened.
Zhao Tianyu was young and impetuous, and Zhao Zhenzhu was afraid he would cause trouble.
In his past life, Hu Yong was just a small town mayor, yet he still caused the Zhao family to be destroyed.
Given Zhou Ruonan's background, crushing Zhao Tianyu would be as easy as crushing an ant.
If Zhou Bingchen had chosen to abandon Zhao Zhenzhu and her children to live his life in the upper class, Zhao Zhenzhu would not have chosen to fight him to the death.
She would only take the children far away from the Zhou family and try to make her life as comfortable as possible.
After all, in any dynasty, going against the powerful and influential when you have no chance of winning is a dead end.
Of course, Zhao Zhenzhu would still take revenge if given the chance.
The main strategy is to play it safe and develop your character cautiously, only making a move when necessary.
"Sister, you can't be unreasonable." Zhao Tianyu said, feeling wronged.
“I’m just that unreasonable. It’s your choice. If you want me as your sister, then you can leave this matter alone. If not, then pretend I didn’t say anything,” Zhao Zhenzhu said decisively.
"Sister, I'll listen to you." Zhao Tianyu had no choice but to compromise.
Compared to my sister, what is Zhou Bingchen?
When Tao Jiadong left the Zhao family, he asked Zhao Zhenzhu to see him off.
Zhao Zhenzhu hesitated for a moment, then stood up.
Zhao Zhenzhu knew that Tao Jiadong probably had something else to say to her in private, although she didn't really want to hear it.
However, since Tao Jiadong had already spoken, Zhao Zhenzhu couldn't very well refuse.
Before leaving the Zhao family's house, Tao Jiadong took out two pieces of paper from his pocket and handed them to Zhao Zhenzhu.
"What is this?" Zhao Zhenzhu asked.
"The property deeds are for one house each in Shanghai and Beijing. You can go and take a look when you have time," Tao Jiadong said.
"The Zhou family's breakup fee? I don't want it." Zhao Zhenzhu was a little angry.
"What are you thinking? This is a reward from above." Tao Jiadong was somewhat amused and exasperated.
Zhao Zhenzhu has quite the imagination; Tao Jiadong hadn't thought of this before she asked the question.
"A reward? What reward?" Zhao Zhenzhu was a little confused.
"Thanks to the clues you provided in that spy case last time, those gold bars were taken by the authorities as funds. I secured the reward of those two houses for you, and the property deeds have already been changed to your name," Tao Jiadong said.
Tian Shanhua and Zhou Fugui have been executed.
Zhou Dazhu and Zhou Bingqiang were each sentenced to fifteen years and have already been sent to prison to serve their sentences.
These two houses originally belonged to Tian Shanhua.
However, it now belongs to Zhao Zhenzhu.
Tao Jiadong also had some selfish motives.
Originally, the intention behind these two houses was that one would be compensation for Zhou Bingchen, and the other would be a reward for Zhao Zhenzhu.
During his trip to Beijing, Tao Jiadong conveniently took care of the name change. Both buildings were registered under Zhao Zhenzhu's name.
After all, once Zhou Bingchen becomes Zhou Jin's grandson, what can't he want?
Having witnessed Zhou Ruonan's arrogance, Tao Jiadong felt sorry for Zhao Zhenzhu.
Why should Zhao Zhenzhu be divorced simply because of her "low social status"?
While Zhao Zhenzhu and Zhou Bingchen were still husband and wife, Tao Jiadong helped Zhao Zhenzhu secure an extra house, since she would have two more children to raise in the future.
Of course, Tao Jiadong wasn't one to take credit, so he didn't tell Zhao Zhenzhu about these things.
However, even if Zhao Zhenzhu had to guess, she could have guessed Tao Jiadong's good intentions.
After all, not to mention this era, even in later generations, the property deed would most likely be in the name of the head of the household. But now, both property deeds are in Zhao Zhenzhu's name!
"Oh dear, thank you so much, Uncle Tao, for thinking of me." Zhao Zhenzhu took the house deed from Tao Jiadong's hand with a beaming smile.
Zhao Zhenzhu had seen the property deeds for those two houses before.
That building in Beijing is a three-courtyard siheyuan (traditional courtyard house). It's located very close to the Forbidden City.
That building in the city is a small Western-style building, located in the central area.
Even if Zhao Zhenzhu doesn't live there now, she'll be very valuable in the future.
"You thought Uncle Tao was Zhou Ruonan's lackey, didn't you?" Tao Jiadong asked.
"Hehehe... No wonder I thought that way! Why didn't you take it out when you were inside? I thought you were on the mission of persuading me to get a divorce!" Zhao Zhenzhu said with a forced smile.
“Even family members need some privacy, right? I didn’t know if you wanted to tell Brother Qingshan and the others about the house, which is why I gave it to you behind their backs,” Tao Jiadong explained.
"Uncle Tao, thank you for your thoughtfulness," Zhao Zhenzhu said apologetically.
"Uncle Tao shouldn't have interfered in Zhou Ruonan's matter, but I was afraid you weren't mentally prepared and wouldn't be able to accept it. I just hope Bingchen is someone who can withstand the test. Don't blame me for being nosy today," Tao Jiadong said with a smile.
"No, no, Uncle Tao, I know you mean well," Zhao Zhenzhu said sincerely.
Zhao Zhenzhu is not an unreasonable person.
Tao Jiadong has already done a lot for us.
After all, the Zhou family was powerful and influential, while the Zhao family were just ordinary people.
"Alright, don't bother seeing me off anymore, you can go back now!" Tao Jiadong waved his hand, turned around and left.
As Tao Jiadong reached his front door, a figure darted out.
"Who is it?" Tao Jiadong called out warily.
"Secretary Tao, it's me, Wang Qingquan," Director Wang said hurriedly.
"Old Wang! What's up?" Tao Jiadong asked.
"Secretary Tao, I have important work to report to you," Director Wang said anxiously.
"Come in!" Tao Jiadong took out his keys and opened the door.
That's just how it is in their line of work; they have to work anytime, even after they're off duty.
"Secretary Tao, something terrible has happened! Qian Youliang has burned down the warehouse!" Director Wang said in a panic.
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