These words hit the softest part of Sun Youfang's heart. Her son was everything to her. When these words came out, she couldn't help but tremble all over. The fear and panic in her heart were beyond words.
"W-What do you want to do?"
Sun Youfang knew clearly that Xu Qinghe's purpose was nothing more than to make her admit her mistake and obey his arrangements.
"It's nothing complicated. I just hope that even if I'm not at home, you won't bully my grandma anymore, and you won't be allowed to trample on my room at will. Also, I'm getting married tomorrow, and as my stepmother, you should give me fifty yuan as a dowry. Otherwise, let your son spend the Spring Festival in prison!"
After saying that, Xu Qinghe released the hand that was pulling Sun Youfang's hair and patted the dust on his clothes with disgust. Every movement revealed his determination and irresistible momentum.
"What the hell!"
When the mother and son heard this, their eyes widened. Fifty dollars, this is even more excessive than robbery.
In their view, such a request is simply ridiculous.
"I'm putting this down here. You'd better bring it to me tomorrow morning before the wedding starts. Otherwise, you'll have to figure out the consequences yourself."
Xu Qinghe spoke firmly and powerfully. After she finished speaking, she gently supported her elderly grandmother and slowly walked into the house.
She secretly planned to carefully examine every inch of her grandmother's skin, fearing that the scoundrel named Xu Jianguo would do something disrespectful to her when she turned around and left.
"I'm in good health, but you, my precious granddaughter, does your hand still hurt?"
Grandma turned her attention to Xu Qinghe, her eyes full of love and worry.
Zhu Yunxiu tightly wrapped her granddaughter's small hand with her hands, which were full of traces of time, and her eyes were flashing with heartache and reluctance.
Looking at Xu Qinghe's cheeks that were red and swollen due to the conflict, her heart felt as painful as if it were being pricked by needles, not to mention that her usually delicate and soft hands were not spared at this moment.
"hey-hey!"
Xu Qinghe couldn't help laughing out loud, trying to ease the tense atmosphere.
"Grandma, I'm just teaching them a lesson. I didn't suffer any loss, so don't worry. Now, I have Xu Jianguo's secret in my hand. From now on, they will never dare to mess with us easily again."
Her voice was soft but firm. As she spoke, she carefully wiped away the tears that were about to fall from the corners of her grandmother's eyes. That action contained endless filial piety and care for her elders.
“The uncles and aunts in the village are willing to lend a hand, and with their support.
We feel safe living here. Even the village chief.
I've already communicated with you in advance. If Sun Youfang still wants to pick a fight with us, there's no way!"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yunxiu nodded repeatedly, a gratified smile on her face.
"Okay, okay, if you have an idea, I'm completely relieved!"
After saying that, she pulled Xu Qinghe to sit down beside the bed, pulled out a slightly worn pillow from the pillowcase next to it, unwrapped the cloth covering layer by layer, as if opening a treasure chest, carefully and solemnly took out a silver bracelet of simple style, and gently placed it in the palm of her granddaughter's hand.
"Grandma isn't very capable, so I might not be able to help you much when you get married, but this bracelet is a treasure that I've kept for many years. Consider it your dowry. In your husband's family in the future, you must live with dignity and confidence!"
"Grandma, thank you!"
Xu Qinghe was well aware of the deep affection behind the bracelet. Without much hesitation, she put it on her wrist. Then she raised her hand and shook it left and right in front of her grandmother. "Grandma, take a look. Isn't it beautiful?"
"Beautiful, so beautiful! Everything our Qinghe wears is so suitable and looks so good!"
Zhu Yunxiu couldn't stop smiling as she looked at the little girl who had grown into a graceful young lady.
The stone in my heart was finally put down, and I felt full of accomplishment and relief.
Xu Qinghe leaned close to her grandmother's ear and whispered mysteriously, "Grandma, don't worry. Our happy life has just begun. I even accidentally picked up a small piece of gold outside!"
These words were like a gust of spring breeze, filling Xu Qinghe and her grandmother with more hope and expectations for the future.
Zhu Yunxiu's body stiffened slightly, and a hint of disbelief flashed across his brows.
Her eyes were filled with surprise, and her voice trembled as she repeated, "Are you sure that what you picked up is really the legendary treasure?"
Seeing this, Xu Qinghe unconsciously moved closer, with a mysterious smile on his face.
She lowered her voice and confirmed again, "Yes, Grandma, it is indeed gold. It is lying quietly on the bluestone road on the way home. It is surprisingly large and heavy, as thick as the bricks we use to heat our home in winter."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yunxiu quickly reached out and gently covered Xu Qinghe's mouth. A look of vigilance and worry flashed through her eyes as she whispered, "You must keep this a secret and never let anyone else know. The world is so complicated these days, and if a treasure like this is exposed, it could very well bring disaster. Do you understand me?"
Zhu Yunxiu frowned, appearing extremely nervous. She quickly looked around, fearing that any information would be leaked.
Then she stood up, tiptoed to the door, and carefully checked whether the lock was secure.
After confirming that everything was safe, she slowly returned to the table and continued to instruct Xu Qinghe solemnly, "The situation outside is very tense. If it gets out, our peaceful life will be shattered."
Xu Qinghe nodded seriously, her eyes firm and she said gently, "Grandma, don't worry, I won't let anyone know. We will work harder and make our lives better day by day!"
As she spoke, she held Zhu Yunxiu's hands tightly. Those small hands were full of warmth and strength.
During this simple contact, Xu Qinghe felt that her grandmother's hand was slightly cold, and a sense of unease arose in her heart.
Zhu Yunxiu knew nothing about this. A smile spread across her face, her eyes curved into crescents. "Good girl, grandma has been looking forward to this day, to share the joy of family with my precious granddaughter and future grandson-in-law."
As night fell, after Xu Qinghe had settled his grandmother down, he returned to the room alone and carefully took out the small gold brick from a hidden corner.
In the dim light, she looked at it carefully.
I secretly sighed in my heart that this is not only a symbol of wealth.
It is also her only hope in this strange world, a chance to change her destiny.
Xu Qinghe hugged the little gold brick tightly in his arms and fell into a deep sleep, dreaming of endless wealth and happiness.
She dreamed that she became the wife of a wealthy family and hired a young and handsome private doctor for her grandmother. The old woman's smile blossomed in her dream.
However, the Yin family at this time was shrouded in a completely different atmosphere.
In the brightly lit living room, the family gathered together for a rare occasion.
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