Chen Zhancai snorted and rolled his eyes in dissatisfaction.
"Are you ever going to stop? You're making me sound like an animal."
I don't want to sell my second child either, but our family's situation is exceptional. If there were even the slightest other way, I wouldn't have to go down this path!
"No matter what, you, as the third uncle, can't even think about making a move on your own nephew!"
Old Chen was so angry that he beat his chest and stamped his feet.
"If we really sell Erbao, your second brother and sister-in-law will be worried to death!"
Grandma Chen was a little reluctant to part with her second child, after all, the second child was well-behaved and sensible, often chatting with her to keep her entertained, and massaging her shoulders and legs.
She really couldn't bring herself to sell Erbao.
More importantly, her eldest son has already been hurt, and there is absolutely no possibility of reconciliation.
If we anger the second son again, there won't be anyone left in the family to do the hard labor...
She also joined in the persuasion.
"Zhancai, Erbao is the apple of your brother and sister-in-law's eye. Let's not try to take advantage of Erbao."
Chen Zhancai was so anxious he was jumping up and down. "Mother, how can you be so confused? I'll just ask you one question: do you still want your son to pass the imperial examination and become an official?"
"Of course I want to! I've been dreaming about this day."
"In that case, shouldn't our son participate in the imperial examination? Won't that require money?"
“Yes, son, why don’t we go back first and try again in a few days? If we can trick that kid Chen Han out, then we won’t have to sell Erbao.”
“Mother, don’t even think about Chen Han. That kid is too cunning and won’t fall for it. So, for the sake of your son’s future, we have no choice but to sell Erbao.”
Chen Zhancai frowned and shook his head, then spoke again.
“Mom, I know what you’re worried about, but you can rest assured. If anything happens, I’ll take full responsibility. I’ll go and explain to them that Erbao came to town with me, and I needed to pee in the outhouse. When I came out, I couldn’t find the child. They’ll have to accept reality, no matter how worried they are.”
"this......."
Old Mrs. Chen wavered slightly. Her son was right; the family was now at their wits' end. If they didn't take this step, there really was no other way.
Forget it, as the saying goes, "A gentleman is not one who hates petty people, and a true man is not one who is ruthless."
To achieve great things, one must be ruthless and have vicious methods.
Thinking of this, a sinister glint flashed in her eyes.
“Son, I’ll listen to you and sell Erbao to a slave trader.”
"Alright, then you and Dad should hurry up and take Erbao to the brokerage." Chen Zhancai urged, worried that things might get complicated if he delayed.
Old Man Chen was nearly driven mad with anger. He glared at Old Woman Chen and said, "Old woman, you're so foolish! Erbao is such a good boy. How could you be so heartless?"
"Why the hell are you glaring at me like that? Stop pretending to be a good guy. If you're so capable, figure out a way to get some travel money for the third brother. If you dare to say another word, I'm done with you and you old codger."
"I..." Old Chen opened his mouth, but was speechless for a moment.
Seeing this, Chen Zhancai scoffed, "Dad, stop worrying about things that don't concern you. Our family doesn't only have Erbao as a child; we also have Jiye to take care of you!"
"Alright, Zhancai, don't talk to him about this. He's just stubborn and inflexible, a big stubborn person who won't budge no matter what you do. Once he gets angry, nothing you do will work."
As she spoke, Old Mrs. Chen gritted her teeth and glared fiercely at Old Mr. Chen.
"Hurry up, come with me and take Erbao to the dental clinic."
Old Man Chen was unwilling, but there was nothing he could do. He could only follow Old Woman Chen to Erbao, forcing a smile onto his face.
"Erbao, your third uncle has some business to attend to at the academy. How about Grandpa takes you around for a bit?"
Erbao shook his head. "Grandpa, I want to go home."
"Don't rush. You've come all this way to town, you should at least take a look around, right?"
"No, if I don't go back soon, my mother will worry. Grandpa, please take me back quickly."
"Alright, Grandpa will take you home." Old Man Chen felt a pang of sadness and led Erbao away.
Old Mrs. Chen quickly stopped him, "You old codger, where are you going?"
"Old woman, Erbao wants to go home. Why don't we take him home?"
"Get out of my way!" Old Mrs. Chen shoved him aside and said to Erbao with a smile, "Good grandson, you've grown up so much and Grandma has never bought you anything good to eat. Come on, Grandma will buy you a big sesame seed cake."
"Grandma, I don't want to go anymore." Erbao said, handing the chicken leg in his hand to Grandma Chen. "This was bought for me by my third uncle. I haven't been able to bear to eat it. It smells so good. Grandma, you should try it."
"Grandma won't eat."
Grandma Chen's eyes welled up with tears; her heart ached terribly, like it was being stabbed with a knife. She really wanted to take her second child home.
If you're not ruthless, how can you expect to enjoy wealth and prosperity in the future?
He gritted his teeth, chuckled, and said, "Good Erbao, you're such a good grandson of mine. Listen to me, come with me to somewhere first, and then Grandma will take you home, okay?"
"Okay, I'll listen to Grandma." Erbao nodded obediently and followed Grandma Chen into the town...
Chen Zhancai felt quite relieved when he saw his parents leave with Erbao.
Now that I have some time, why don't I go and visit the Fan family?
Now that he is a respected scholar, Fan Tong will surely not dare to underestimate him this time!
And who knows, he might even give his father-in-law some money to spend.
Chen Zhancai felt increasingly pleased with himself and started walking towards the Fan family's house.
******
Chen Qingqing and Xiaoyu walked and chatted on the street.
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