Chapter 441: Forgetful
However, having said that, it is indeed as the onlookers said, Zhang Xiangrong and Cao did not come out to refute.
Zhuang Qingning's heart suddenly sank.
Zhang Xiangrong and Cao are kind-hearted and honest people.
Such a person is most likely to suffer losses in front of complete villains like Zhang Xiangrui and Guo. It is understandable that he does not know how to defend himself after being framed like this.
Zhuang Qingning lowered his head, thinking about how to throw this pair of superb oddities away.
Just as he was thinking about it, Zhang Xiangrong and Cao came out of the shop.
Perhaps because he walked too fast and was too angry, Zhang Xiangrong's foot looked a little lame. Cao was supporting him at the side, her eyes were a little red and there was a hint of anger on her face.
Similarly, a hint of anger could be seen in Zhang Xiangrong's eyes.
When you encounter something like this and are stuck with this kind of dog-skin plaster, it's impossible not to be angry.
However, Zhuang Qingning could clearly see that although there was anger on Zhang Xiangrong and Cao's faces, there was no fear or panic. Instead, there was a little confidence.
It seems that there is a way to deal with this? Zhuang Qingning thought about it and decided not to say anything and hide in the crowd to see what was going on.
Almost in an instant, the anger on Zhang Xiangrong and Cao's faces disappeared, replaced by sadness and unexpected joy. Cao's voice was a little hoarse, and there was a hint of tears, "In the early years, I saw that you two ignored your parents, and I thought you had forgotten that you had an old mother."
"Fortunately, you have figured it out now. You know that even if things are not going well at home, you should put filial piety first."
"Yes, you can do this. I know you have grown up and become sensible, and I am happy." Zhang Xiangrong pretended to wipe away tears. "If Dad were still alive, he would definitely be very happy to see you become what you are now."
"Hey, if you had been sensible and filial a few years earlier, Dad wouldn't have been so worried when he left..."
"Well, it's all old news. It's been so many years, I guess you've almost forgotten it. I shouldn't have mentioned it at this critical moment..."
Zhang Xiangrui and Guo's expressions suddenly changed.
These few short sentences almost exposed all their faults.
Because of his ignorance and disrespect, his father died with his eyes open and he completely forgot about the incident.
This doesn't seem to say that he did anything wrong, but only says that he has become a better person. However, it actually puts the couple in the position of being unfilial.
When did Zhang Xiangrong become so eloquent?
Zhang Xiangrui almost broke his teeth, and his face turned red and white, white and red, like a color palette, changing for a long time.
"Brother, what language are you speaking? I don't quite understand what you're saying." Zhang Xiangrui said vaguely.
"How can you not understand? It's only been a few years and you have such a bad memory." Zhang Xiangrong said in surprise.
"Since you already know you're in the wrong, why are you still saying these spoiling words? I have to save face too. With so many people watching, I feel really embarrassed. It's understandable that I don't want to admit it."
Cao interrupted slowly, "Don't listen to your eldest brother's nagging. He is just like that. He won't let you off even if you are right. Don't take it to heart. Don't be like before. If your eldest brother nags you, you won't come over for three years."
He didn't lose his temper or get upset, and on the surface he was trying to reconcile, but inadvertently, he was portrayed as a person who was concerned about his reputation, unwilling to admit his mistakes, and narrow-minded.
Zhang Xiangrui was so angry and choked that he didn't know how to respond for a moment.
Zhang Xiangrong spoke again, "Alright, stop kneeling. No matter what you do, I, as your eldest brother, will never disown you or embarrass you."
"That's right, get up quickly. We are all family. Since you want to honor your mother and want to take her back home, we understand your filial piety." As Cao said this, she went to support Zhang Xiangrui and Guo who were kneeling on the ground.
Zhang Xiangrui and Guo looked at each other and were overjoyed.
What if Zhang Xiangrong and Cao had a talk? It didn't matter if they lost all their face. As long as they could successfully take Liu from his place to their own home, according to Zhang Xiangrong and Cao's personalities, they naturally couldn't bear to see this old woman suffer in his home.
When the time comes, just find some excuse that Liu has a headache or wants to eat this or that, and then she can just come to the shop and ask for some money, right?
If you order a little today and some tomorrow, you will naturally be able to get enough bargains.
Zhang Xiangrong and Cao, they seemed smart on the surface, but actually they were just good at talking. They couldn't see through the inner workings at all. If they gave in easily, they would suffer a great loss in the future.
"So, brother and sister-in-law, do you mean to agree to let us bring mother to live with us for a while?" Zhang Xiangrui hurriedly followed up.
"They are all mother's sons. Everyone should show filial piety to them." Zhang Xiangrong nodded and said.
"Then, shall we go pick up mother now?" Zhang Xiangrui stood up from the ground in a hurry.
Perhaps because he had been kneeling for too long, his knees felt weak when he stood up. He almost fell to the ground again. He staggered half a step before he could stand firm.
"Don't be in a hurry yet. If we want to take mother back, we have to make some things clear." Zhang Xiangrong took out a piece of paper from his arms and said, "Mother is old and not in good health. She has had frequent headaches and dizziness since last year and almost died. Fortunately, she saw a doctor and was treated for a long time. Even now, she still takes medicine all day long."
"Since you are so devoted to honoring mother, and we are both her sons, it would be inappropriate for only our family to pay for the medicine. How about this? The total cost of the medicine is sixty-seven taels and three qian of silver. I will pay seven taels of silver, and the rest will be owed to the medicine shop on credit. The medicine shop will round off the amount, so there will be sixty taels of silver left."
"It's reasonable for us to share the money equally. After all, I'm the eldest brother, and I can't let you suffer too much. How about this, you pay 28 taels, and I'll pay the rest."
"Besides, if we are going to take turns to look after mom in the future, we have to agree on this first. Each turn will be one month, and during this period we will each spend our own money and eat our own food. If mom is not happy living here, she can go to whoever's house she wants to live with. Mom is not in good health, so the monthly medicine expenses will also be paid by whoever's family she lives with..."
"But that's a story for later. Right now, you have to pay me for the medicine first so I can pay the pharmacy as soon as possible."
What? Zhang Xiangrui was so shocked that his jaw almost dropped to the ground.
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