He Chun was an honest and simple farmer who lived his whole life. When he was in Peach Blossom Village, his family was the most tongue-tied in the village.
He's a very kind person; he's always too embarrassed to refuse anyone who asks for his help.
But this time, He Chun would absolutely not allow his in-laws to bully his daughter.
"Old Zhao, you keep saying my daughter is wrong. Have you ever thought about what you've done?" He Chun suppressed her inner turmoil and tried to keep her tone calm. "Back then, you kicked my daughter out of the house in the dead of winter. Is that something a mother-in-law would do?"
"My daughter gave birth to three daughters for your Zhao family. If it weren't for Xiangyang's kindness to my daughter, Mingzhu should have taken the surname He and be a member of the He family!"
Old Mrs. Zhao, her face dark, said without a care, "Who cares if she's surnamed He or Zhao? A little girl is a money-losing commodity, our Zhao family doesn't want her!"
Even someone as good-tempered as He Chun was trembling with anger at this moment.
"Fine! My daughter is a loyal and righteous woman. But you old woman, you are too heartless! If you make a scene about this today, the He family is not afraid. Let everyone judge for themselves."
"Yes, I'll go and call Grandpa Tingzhang to settle this!" Zhao Wanzi suddenly remembered and quickly ran out.
Old Mrs. Zhao looked somewhat uncomfortable. "Justice... back then, the Zhao family was in the right because Xiangyang had just died, and everyone sympathized with her."
But if we bring it up for judgment now, she won't be in the right.
Standing behind, Madam Cheng was also getting anxious and urged, "Mother, two rabbits are enough for us."
Then, she leaned close to Old Lady Zhao's ear and whispered, "If this rabbit were in Wanchunlou, where I work, it would sell for three or four hundred coins."
After being persuaded by Cheng, Old Lady Zhao felt a little better.
"Alright! I don't want to argue with you about this. Consider these two rabbits as payment!"
After finishing her sentence, Old Lady Zhao led Cheng Shi and Wan Cunhua away in a flurry.
It wasn't that He Tiantian wanted her to leave so readily, but rather that the two roasted rabbits had been held in Old Lady Zhao's arms for so long that even if they were returned, she wouldn't be able to eat them.
I reckon even if you gave it to Wujin and Yezi, they wouldn't want it.
Zhao Xiaocao and Zhao Fengnian had been eavesdropping outside the door until they saw their grandmother come out, at which point they felt relieved.
Cheng was so eager to eat meat that she supported Old Lady Zhao almost every step of the way.
Wan Cunhua couldn't stand his obsequious manner.
This third aunt is really good at dealing with people. Before Grandma got better, this third aunt's attitude was not like this.
They say one thing to people and another behind their backs.
They pretend all the time, don't they get tired of it?
Cheng helped Old Lady Zhao through the gate. By this time, almost all the men of the Zhao family had returned.
"Oh dear, Mother, please slow down." Madam Cheng was busy moving stools and handing out water.
"Mother, what would you like to eat tonight? Although you're supposed to be staying at my sister-in-law's house these days, please come to our house for dinner tonight."
Old Mrs. Zhao said irritably, "Go to your house? You've been busy all day, have you even cooked?"
Cheng was not angry and explained, "Oh, my sister-in-law's family doesn't cook either, does they? I learned a skill at the restaurant and will make it for you to try."
While cooking in the kitchen, Wan Cunhua listened carefully to the sounds coming from the courtyard.
Zhao Xiangnan found it somewhat strange to see his wife being so attentive.
He kept hinting to Cheng to come inside and ask her what was going on. But Cheng seemed to have her eyes glued to his mother and wouldn't even glance at him.
When Zhao Pang and Zhao Shou got home, they gulped down several mouthfuls of cold water. Zhao Pang was the first to say, "Dad, what smells so good? It tastes just like the roast chicken from Wan Chun Lou."
Zhao Shou disagreed, "Brother, you're wrong. I think this tastes like Wan Chun Lou's roasted rabbit."
Zhao Xiangnan tried to smell it, and he thought he could smell it too.
"Really? I don't think so."
The three men each expressed their own opinions, completely unaware of Zhao Xiaocao's reaction beside them.
After the last commotion, Zhao Xiaocao has become much calmer about the matter.
Later, she subtly inquired about the situation, half-guessing and half-thinking, as if she knew roughly what was going on.
Oh, her parents' preference for sons over daughters is really serious.
Zhao Xiaocao said coldly, "I advise the three of you to behave yourselves. If you get caught stealing food, will your mother still be able to keep her job?"
"ah!"
"Little Grass, you're scaring me to death!"
Both Fatty Zhao and Skinny Zhao were startled. They were so focused on the commotion in the yard that they didn't notice there were people inside the house.
Zhao Xiangnan was also very uncomfortable. "Ahem... Little Grass, don't talk nonsense. We didn't steal any food."
"Is that so?" Zhao Xiaocao asked back, "Father, you're getting on in years. Once something's done, it's done. You have to be honest."
Zhao Xiangnan felt a little embarrassed by what was said and avoided eye contact for a moment.
Ever since Zhao Xiaocao went to school, her already shrewd mind seemed to have suddenly become several levels sharper.
Sometimes she says things at home that her family can't refute.
"Go cook, go cook," Zhao Xiangnan could only change the subject and urge him on.
Cheng was usually not at home, so Zhao Xiaocao did all the housework.
Zhao Xiaocao could only relax a little during the two days when Cheng came to visit.
"Why should I cook? It wasn't my turn to cook today." Zhao Xiaocao had no intention of obeying.
Zhao Xiangnan, Fatty Zhao, and Skinny Zhao have been working all day. They've been back so long and haven't had a hot meal yet. Who could stand that?
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