This intrigued not only Qin Qingze, but also Qin Qingjiang, who had just recovered from his shock. Fang He clenched her hands tightly, wondering if this sister-in-law really had an extraordinary background.
Looking at her, Sun Jianhong sneered inwardly. This sister-in-law was devoted to her brother and the children, but her brain wasn't very sharp.
He's fought and lost countless times, yet he's never given up. How many times has this happened? And when has he ever succeeded?
Do you really think that your position as the eldest brother is so easily attained?
"What could possibly be a problem? It's their own home."
Your Grandpa Cheng has a younger brother who has been lost for many years. The younger ones probably don't know, but the eldest should have heard of him, right?
Qin Qingjiang nodded hesitantly.
"I heard Grandpa Cheng say that they were separated when they were very young. Could it be that..."
"Yes, her grandfather is Grandpa Cheng's long-lost younger brother. However, he changed his name and surname a long time ago. Although he has always lived in the capital, the Cheng family is rarely at home, so they never found out. They probably never expected to be so close."
Now, there are only a few people in the two branches of the Cheng family, and this is the only girl among the younger generation. What do you think their relationship is?
Fang He's lips moved, her argument lacking conviction.
"But that's still capitalism,"
Meeting Qin Qingjiang's cold gaze, she immediately shrank back.
"I didn't say anything wrong,"
The old lady couldn't bear to look; how could this person be so stupid?
He immediately lost his temper.
"Yes, a capitalist, a capitalist who has long since donated his family fortune to the revolutionary cause, a capitalist praised by the top leaders and the government, a capitalist who is willing to donate more than a dozen truckloads of dowry to the army. What do you want?"
"But, but, right, if she donated all her family property, how would she have money left to donate food? Look, they've kept something in reserve,"
This seemingly insane sophistry even made Qin Qingjiang take a second look.
"Fang He, Mom already said it's a dowry, a dowry, just like your two darlings, it's given by your family. Do you understand?"
Why do you have to target your younger siblings like this? Did you know each other before? Or…
Qin Qingjiang's gaze pierced straight into her heart.
"Or is it simply that you don't want to see your third brother and his wife living a good life?"
"No, I didn't,"
Fang He looked somewhat disheveled.
“I’m not that despicable. I just want to help you. I’m the one who wants the best for you. You can’t think of me like that. Is it wrong for me to want you to move up in your career?”
You've been in this position for years, and everyone at your level has come and gone. Don't tell me you're not tempted; are you really content with that?"
Qin Qingjiang was stunned for a moment.
"Is that what you think of me? Fang He, I remember when we got married I said that I would leave the household to you, but you were not allowed to interfere in my work, not even in the slightest. You really didn't take my words seriously?"
"No, no, Qingjiang, I didn't interfere. I just wanted you to get promoted smoothly. Qingjiang, your parents are clearly capable. If they just asked, it would be a very easy thing. They would say a word and many people would volunteer to help."
But they just won't help. Qingjiang, you're their own son! They don't care about you, but I do.
Qin Qingze and his wife exchanged a glance, then leaned back simultaneously, lowering their heads like quails.
Qin Qingjiang opened his mouth, then closed his eyes.
"Is it that I can't explain myself to you, Fang He?"
Qin Qingjiang remained calm, which made Fang He's heart pound.
"Qingjiang, you, me, I didn't, I just wanted to,"
"Fang He, I've told you more than once that this job was my own idea, and I asked my parents not to interfere. Besides, what do you think this government department is, helping out like this?"
I got to where I am today through my own hard work and talent, and now you're trying to make me look like a spoiled brat who relies on his father's legacy?
Furthermore, your parents dedicated their entire lives to the revolution and never failed the country in any way. Do you know that you want to ruin their reputation in their later years?
"After all these years with you, I never knew you could come up with such a brilliant idea, killing several birds with one stone! Fang He, tell me, aren't you quite adept at this? Was my promotion a few years ago also related to you?"
Qin Qingjiang spoke calmly, as if he wasn't talking about himself, but in his heart he was despising himself. He said he would rely on himself, but he was completely unaware that he had long since become the kind of person he hated the most.
This calm, without his outburst, terrified Fang He even more. She grabbed his sleeve and pleaded.
"Qingjiang, please don't be like this. I know I was wrong. I'll never give you bad advice again, Qingjiang."
Qin Qingjiang let her cling to him, chuckled softly, his eyes filled with a desolate and lost look.
"Fang He, I really don't understand. Is it because my salary as a deputy director isn't enough for you to live a life of luxury, or is it because this calligraphy has embarrassed you in public, making you so scheming to harm me?"
"No, no, Qingjiang, how could I possibly mess with you? We're husband and wife!"
The crying and fussing continued, while Qin Qingze and his wife watched the spectacle with boredom.
When Jian Dan and the others went out, Aunt Xu took the opportunity to bring the children into the room; otherwise, Fang He's current state would not look good.
The old man and woman watched the couple's farce with calm expressions. The old woman even called over Aunt Xu and whispered some instructions.
"You can decide what to do with the meat and stuff that the third brother brought. It's getting hot soon, and his wife will be home tomorrow, so cook a lot so they can taste your cooking. Don't be stingy."
"Okay, Grandma, I'll go right away. If they don't have any dietary restrictions, I'll braise one piece, and I'll figure out the rest."
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