Just as Zhang Qingli was about to speak, she heard footsteps behind her.
Song Jianmin called out to the people behind him, "Mom and Dad."
When Zhang Qingli turned around and saw Xu Guiying, she trembled and instantly recalled the scene of being brutally beaten by Xu Guiying two years ago.
The scene of the Song family coming to the Zhang family that night to get back the stolen money and necklace is still vivid in my mind.
Xu Guiying narrowed her eyes slightly.
In just two or three years, Zhang Qingli looked several years older; her hair had become shorter, and she seemed awkward in every gesture.
Song Xinfu spoke first, "You married Che Xiuwen?"
Song Jianmin: "Dad, why are you asking this? Zhang Qingli was pregnant with Che Xiuwen's child back then—"
Zhang Qingli shouted angrily, "Song Jianmin, shut up!"
Xu Guiying looked at Zhang Qingli and said directly, "Che Xiuwen took the initiative to provoke trouble. There's no denying it. There are witnesses. No matter how you try to deny it, you can't change the facts."
Zhang Qingli's fierce and aggressive demeanor immediately relaxed.
She looks distressed whenever money is mentioned; she really has no money.
"But……"
Xu Guiying's face turned cold. "Don't say 'but,' don't forget, your Zhang family still owes money!"
At that time, Song Yingying was almost bullied by the Zhang family. The Zhang family had to pay her 5,000 yuan in compensation. In the end, they didn't have the money to write an IOU. The 5,000 yuan owed had to be paid in full within five years, or they would take over the Zhang family's house.
Old Man Zhang and Old Man Zhang worked themselves to the bone for this money, but they've only saved eight or nine hundred yuan so far, which is still far from five thousand!
If their house is taken away, the family will be homeless.
Che Xiuwen's father, who lived in the countryside, was disabled with a broken leg, and his mother was deaf and mute. The family's savings were less than their face.
Expecting the Che family to give you money is simply wishful thinking.
Zhang Qingli immediately fell silent. Her face was pale as she muttered, "Anyway, it was Che Xiuwen who hit him. You should ask Che Xiuwen for money, not me."
Song Jianmin scoffed, "Che Xiuwen is going to be taken away soon. You're his wife, who else would he turn to if not you?"
Upon hearing Song Jianmin's voice, Zhang Qingli couldn't contain her anger and snapped, "Song Jianmin, if you don't speak, no one will think you're mute!"
Song Jianmin: "I'm just trying to be helpful by reminding you to raise the money in time!"
The mechanics at the auto repair shop all had a gleam in their eyes, eager to watch the drama unfold.
Che Xiuwen kept his head down and didn't say anything.
Xu Guiying and her husband bypassed Zhang Qingli and went to the ward to see Qian Shurong. Grandma Song and Qian Yu'an were also in the ward.
Qian Yu'an's eyes were still red as she called out, "Mom and Dad."
Xu Guiying: When are my in-laws coming?
Grandma Song: "It should be soon, I just called."
Qian Shurong was feeling dizzy and had a slight concussion, so he has fallen asleep.
Xu Guiying: "Mom and Dad, why don't you go back with Yu'an first, tidy up that house, and let your in-laws stay there tonight?"
Grandma Song nodded. "Okay, Yu'an, let's go back first. You can't stay up late."
Qian Yu'an was still reluctant to leave, but under the watchful eyes of her grandparents and parents, she gave up the idea of staying and said okay.
Xu Guiying then nodded and said, "He should be back before midnight. You should go back and get some rest."
The second son's new house has been furnished with some furniture, including a bed. All he needs to do is put on a mattress and sheets before he can sleep.
About two hours after Grandpa Song and the others left, Qian Mingyuan and his wife, along with Lin Ling, rushed to the hospital, all three of them wrapped in thick cotton-padded coats.
Che Xiuwen was taken away by the police, leaving only Zhang Qingli. Several of the coworkers also returned to the factory, and Lao San, whose legs couldn't stand the cold, also returned to Heping Lane.
Xu Guiying and her husband, along with Grandpa Song, stayed in the ward to keep watch.
Zhang Qingli and Lao Wu were in the corridor outside.
This is where Lao Wu's role comes into play; he keeps a close eye on Zhang Qingli to prevent her from running away.
Qian Mingyuan and the other two had already entered the ward and were discussing compensation. Officer Zhao had just said that if a private settlement could be reached, Che Xiuwen's crime might be mitigated. Regardless of whether a settlement was reached, Qian Shurong's medical expenses and lost wages had to be compensated.
The ward door was tightly closed, and Zhang Qingli couldn't hear any voices inside.
Given the Song family's usual practice of asking for exorbitant sums, it certainly won't be less than a thousand yuan...
The Zhang and Che families really can't afford that much.
Zhang Qingli's attitude softened again. "Song Jianmin, please plead for me. I'm begging you. I was wrong about what happened before. I've already been to jail and I know I was wrong. I've finally started a family and had a son. Please don't ruin my family."
Song Jianmin now deeply understands what greed and bullying the weak and fearing the strong really mean!
Liu Aimei is like that, Jiang Hong is like that, and Zhang Qingli is even more so!
While they can still struggle, they stubbornly refuse to admit their mistakes. Only when they are about to die do they resort to sweet talk and flattery!
The Song Jianmin of today is not the same person he was three years ago!
Song Jianmin scoffed, "Let me tell you, no way! Don't even think about currying favor with me. Haven't you swindled me enough before?!"
Zhang Qingli's tears fell without warning.
Song Jianmin rubbed the goosebumps on his arms, his face filled with disgust. "Cry? You still have the nerve to cry?! Your tears are dirtier than the water in a ditch, and you still have the nerve to cry!! Let me tell you, stop with all that nonsense, hurry up and borrow money, raise as much as you can!"
Zhang Qingli's face turned red and white as she glared angrily at Song Jianmin:
"Song Jianmin, don't you really care about our past relationship?"
"Big sister, are you out of your mind? I'm a virgin, how could I possibly have feelings for you? Besides, you're already married, don't give me these nonsense things, or people will misunderstand and ruin my reputation!"
Zhang Qingli raised her hand as if to hit someone.
Song Jianmin grabbed him and pushed him backward.
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