"Five thousand? Why doesn't she just rob a bank?" Wu's mother's voice was shrill as she suddenly stood up.
Chu Li thought that small banks might not have five thousand in cash, but the Jing family certainly did.
He glanced at Wu Xueliang, whose face was pale and who was sitting in a corner muttering to himself and ignoring everyone, and shook his head inwardly.
He had already heard his grandfather vaguely mention the situation of the Jing family over the phone, and could only say that the old lady of the Jing family was quite capable.
Anything obtained through dishonest means is ultimately just a mirage.
Having delivered his grandfather's words of reminder, Chu Li stood up and said, "Isn't a daughter of the Jing family, who's just waiting to be sold, worth five thousand yuan?"
My aunt has decided there's no need to go to the hospital anymore. The compensation has been paid, and we can pick her up from the police station that day. I'm leaving now.
Even after Chu Li had completely left, Wu's mother was still somewhat bewildered. "What's wrong with Chu? Why is he siding with outsiders?"
Wu Xueliang rubbed his face hard. "I'm the one who's siding with outsiders. My brother has always known what he wants."
After saying that, he got up and chased after her, while Wu's mother cried out in anguish behind him.
"Brother, cousin." When Wu Xueliang caught up, Chu Li hadn't gone far, as if he was waiting for him, but he still couldn't stop the sneer on his face.
"Don't call me brother. I'm the son-in-law of the Jing family. I can't accept being called brother by you."
"Do you have to talk like that? So many things happened today, my mind is a mess, I feel like I was forced to take this step."
Wu Xueliang vigorously wiped his face. "This feeling of being carried and pushed around is really uncomfortable, brother. Can you help me think of a solution?"
After listening to what Wu Xueliang said, such as the Wu family needing the Jing family, his father having a hard time in the Ministry of Education, and his dilemma between loyalty to the country and filial piety, I was deeply moved.
Chu Li laughed in exasperation at the long, rambling speech.
"You know nothing about the Jing family, yet you side with them? Just because two important figures attended Old Master Jing's funeral, you're convinced the Jing family will rise to power?"
If she truly possessed the ability to reform the education system, would she need to join forces with the Wu family?
It turned out that the old man of the Jing family had passed away half a month ago, and two prominent figures who could be considered pillars of society attended the funeral.
Two days later, a rumor spread that the two women had come to the ceremony only because of Old Madam Jing.
Some gossipy people dug deeper and found out that the two men had both pursued the matriarch of the Jing family when they were young. This sparked a rumor that the Jing family was about to rise to power.
The entire family, drawn by the fishy smell, eagerly gathered around.
After hearing this, Chu Li, though not present at the time, realized that this was exactly the kind of tactic that Ruan Xiaoxian often used to create momentum for himself.
If the old woman were a few decades younger, she might be able to exchange some publicity tips with his fairy.
After hearing Chu Li's latest news about Beijing, Wu Xueliang's mouth gaped slightly. "If you can understand this, why can't those aristocratic families?"
Chu Li chuckled, "Whether it succeeds or not, it's still a matter of marriage for our children and grandchildren. It won't delay anything. What if we win the gamble?"
No one can be sure whether those two people had any feelings for the old lady.
When she was young and couldn't have what she wanted, the old lady would make a reasonable request, and the other party would agree.
Wu Xueliang couldn't describe his feelings at that moment. "So, I was also an abandoned child pushed out of the family, right?"
Chu Liming had a clear plan for his future life before going to the countryside, but his cousin was just acting on a whim. Apart from being used for a marriage alliance, he couldn't think of any other use for him.
His white shirt was impeccably washed, and his speech was eloquent. It has to be said, this cousin is incredibly good-looking; he's the type of girl who's just left the ivory tower and is always chasing after.
But he still offered a word of comfort: "Your uncle might not think that way, but your aunt might not."
...
Meanwhile, Zhao Di in the hospital was also chattering away, saying things like his English pronunciation was very standard and he was the most patient person she had ever met.
Even teachers sometimes hold back, but he was completely open about sharing his knowledge when teaching her.
About two weeks ago, under the willow tree by the river, after listening to a cassette tape, he suddenly asked me if I wanted to be with him...
Maybe it was because I liked him, or maybe the atmosphere was just too good, but I said yes.
Ruan Xianxian's mind went blank upon hearing this. She flipped through the new documents that Cai Cai had brought and, after reading them, also felt that the old lady of the Jing family was quite capable.
The information was far more detailed than what Chu Li knew. Back then, Granny Jing was a beauty on the battlefield, possessing both good looks and ability.
The only drawback is that he comes from an ordinary background.
In times of war, people's lives were hanging by a thread, and love and hate were as intense as the flames of war.
Grandma Jing was surrounded by many outstanding men, but she didn't choose the best one. Instead, she chose Grandpa Jing, who was neither too high nor too low, and whom she could easily control.
The fact that the two people attended the funeral was something she hadn't expected, but she seized the opportunity to create momentum, making the Jing family, which had clearly fallen from grace, rise to a higher level.
Tsk, clever!
Beautiful women are easy to find, but a beautiful and intelligent woman deserves to be pampered by Old Master Jing for the rest of her life.
Zhao Di was still chattering away when she glanced at Ruan Xiaoxian, who was holding a document and clicking her tongue in amazement. Curious, she asked, "What are you looking at?"
"What's it to you? Anyway, it's much more interesting than the story of chickens fighting each other that you keep telling me."
After a day's delay, Zhao Di's discharge from the hospital was scheduled for the following day.
Early in the morning, everyone protected the delicate person and rushed downstairs. Wu Xueliang stood in the shadows at the corner of the corridor. Ruan Xianxian saw him, but did not stop.
Chen Zhaodi, who was being protected in the center, paused in her steps. Seeing this, Ruan Xianxian sighed inwardly and turned around to say:
"Take your time, let's go downstairs and warm up the car first."
Everyone: ...
Couldn't you have come up with a more plausible reason?
At the corner, Wu Xueliang remained hidden, and Zhao Di stood still. The two were separated by a corner, and Wu Xueliang's slightly weary voice could be heard.
"I'm leaving."
Zhao Di thought for a moment, "Then? Have a safe journey?"
“My brother asked you for 5,000 yuan. My mother has spoken with the Jing family, and they agreed to give you 800 yuan. Including my apology, the money will be transferred to your account together.”
"This time when I return to Beijing, I will not marry Jingxuan, nor will I become a tool for the Wu family's marriage alliance."
Wu Xueliang gave a bitter laugh, his voice dry, "My mother said you're not good enough for me, but I know it's me who's not good enough for you now."
If—and I mean if—you had the chance in the future, would you come to Beijing?
Chen Zhaodi leaned against the wall, gazing at the dark corner. She understood the deeper meaning in Wu Xueliang's words, but she didn't want to give each other any more hope.
Marry a man, and you'll have food and clothing.
The Wu family had a deeply ingrained concept of social class. A few years later, they became better versions of themselves and reconciled. However, their married life was a predictable example of lovers turning into bitter enemies.
"It's hard to say whether we'll go or not right now, Ryoko. Let's stop here. I'm leaving."
Without saying goodbye, Wu Xueliang's eyes reddened as he stepped out of the shadows, quietly watching Zhao Di's departing figure, as if he wanted to etch this person into his heart forever.
After getting on the bus and listening to Zhao Di's account, Ruan Xianxian was not surprised at all.
Five thousand? That's just asking for the moon. If eight hundred isn't enough, then let Jing Xuan stay in jail for two years. Ruan Xianxian wasn't surprised at all by the old lady of the Jing family's decision.
If it were her, she would have handled it the same way.
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