Zhou Huilan took her husband Bao Liu back to her parents' home early in the morning. Usually she would come empty-handed, but this time she made an appearance and brought Dai Qinxue a local specialty from Rongtai County—five palm-sized pieces of dried tofu.
Dai Qinxue was so angry she almost laughed. Although she and Zhou Jian'an hadn't registered their marriage yet, they were practically husband and wife. Zhou Fangchun had taken her to the department store and spent over a thousand yuan, but Zhou Huilan, as her sister-in-law, had only picked out a few inconspicuous pieces of dried tofu.
Zhou Huilan gave Bao Liu, who remained silent, a meaningful look.
Bao Liu was pulled over from the gambling den by her, looking unhappy. But before coming, Zhou Huilan had repeatedly told him not to offend Dai Qinxue.
Dai Qinxue was a powerful figure, so Bao Liu didn't dare to be rude and instead asked attentively, "Have you packed your things?"
"It's almost all packed up."
Dai Qinxue's smile was somewhat unnatural. In order to get Shu Hui to divorce Zhou Jian'an, she visited Zhou Huilan on the very day she arrived in Zhoujia Village.
Zhou Huilan is a person who won't do anything without a reason. Dai Qinxue knows what kind of person she is, so she promised her that she would arrange a job for Bao Liu in Beijing and get her son a household registration.
Zhou Huilan then stood on her side.
With their trip to Beijing imminent, Zhou Huilan brought Bao Liu to her door, simply to remind her not to forget about her work.
But where could Dai Qinxue find a job for Bao Liu? Bao Liu was a gambling addict; he'd gambled away everything he could, and was constantly being chased by creditors. Having someone like that around was like having a ticking time bomb. Dai Qinxue wasn't stupid; how could she possibly bring someone like that to the capital?
With confident, brisk footsteps, Zhou Fangchun, sporting curly hair and carrying a handbag, strode into the room.
The moment Zhou Fangchun saw Zhou Huilan, she knew things were going badly. Unlike a fool like Zhou Huilan who only knew how to seek short-term gains, she wanted long-term benefits, Mao Guangyu's future, and her status as a wealthy wife!
We must hold onto the Qiu family tightly, and we can't let the Dai family go either. If we really get along well with this sister-in-law, Mao Guangyu's promotion will be a sure thing. It's something that can be solved with the wife's diplomacy. Zhou Fangchun never lets Mao Guangyu have to worry about it.
She took two bottles of Milo from her bag and smiled kindly: "I was worried you wouldn't have enough to eat on the road, so I specially brought Milo for you to mix with water."
Zhou Huilan was also on high alert. Zhou Fangchun knew how to use money to pressure her. Dai Qinxue was bribed by her and was focused on Mao Guangyu's matter, so she naturally didn't think about arranging a job for Bao Liu.
Zhou Huilan had always disliked her younger sister, Zhou Fangchun. What was she so arrogant about? They were born from the same mother, and she hadn't even washed the mud off her trousers. She wanted to act like a rich lady and sever ties with her rural relatives!
Mao Guangyu followed in, ignoring Zhou Huilan and Bao Liu, and went straight to Zhou Jian'an.
Bao Liu looked unwell.
Mao Guangyu used to disregard the Zhou family, forbidding Zhou Fangchun from returning home for several years. When she did return, she would leave with a stern face before even settling in.
Zhou Jian'an thought that was just his brother-in-law's temper. But after Dai Qinxue arrived, Mao Guangyu and Zhou Fangchun were like completely different people. They were warm, kind, and considerate. All the best words in the world could be used to describe them, which broadened Zhou Jian'an's horizons.
Mao Guangyu spoke with a slightly official tone, coughing twice before saying:
“It’s my sister-in-law’s first time visiting our home, and I haven’t been able to properly entertain her. I feel really bad about it. We’re all family. If you encounter any difficulties in your life, just let us know. If we can help, we won’t hesitate to ask!”
Dai Qinxue wore a long polyester dress and pointed leather sandals. A small silk scarf was loosely tied around her neck, and her hair was styled in an updo, giving her an elegant and dignified air. The corners of her lips were turned up in a faint smile, making her seem unapproachable.
These are not clothes that Zhou Fangchun bought.
Zhou Fangchun's heart skipped a beat.
How could Dai Qinxue, who is rich and powerful, possibly have any difficulties?
Even if they did, they wouldn't need to step in.
This kind of city girl has probably never experienced hardship. Coats and skirts are excellent for her, but he didn't even wear them. He probably didn't find them attractive.
Zhou Fangchun pulled Mao Guangyu aside and told him about it.
Mao Guangyu was shocked. "She hasn't even worn the clothes you bought? You asked your mother about it?"
"I've inquired and found out she's been wearing her own clothes these past few days. That coat cost me two hundred yuan, and the skirt cost over a hundred yuan. They're the most expensive clothes in Deyang, but she didn't even look at them. Do you think we should add fuel to the fire and do this favor properly?"
Mao Guangyu was an expert in the art of gift-giving, but he usually dealt with superiors and leaders, and this was the first time he had come into contact with someone like Dai Qinxue.
Did you bring any money?
Zhou Fangchun opened her black leather bag. "I brought 1,200 yuan."
Mao Guangyu's rank didn't qualify him for a car, but to save face, he specially brought over the company car.
“I have less than a thousand yuan left in my car. Let’s round it up and give two thousand to Dai Qinxue as a gift from your sister-in-law.”
Zhou Fangchun was heartbroken. She had spent several hundred yuan at the department store, and now she had spent another two thousand yuan. Mao Guangyu's monthly salary was less than one hundred yuan. It would take the two of them a year to earn that amount if they didn't eat or drink.
But Dai Qinxue is busy with important matters. If we don't treat Dai Qinxue well now, will she still remember her second aunt whom she has only met once after she returns to the capital?
This money should be spent!
Zhou Fangchun scraped together two thousand yuan and gave it to Dai Qinxue, who remained as elegant and refined as ever.
"Second sister, I'm not a greedy person, I don't need this little bit of money, I appreciate your kindness."
Zhou Fangchun thought to herself, "This is really a city girl. Judging from her tone, a huge sum of two thousand yuan is like two cents to her."
"Here, consider this a gift from your second aunt. I have a special connection with Yiyi. I didn't entertain you well this time, so I'll buy Yiyi some nice clothes when we get back!" Zhou Fangchun said with a big smile.
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