"If we go by your explanation, then it's true that no one else has a share. But their parents are still alive. If they force Shen Laosan's family to give them a share of the property, how can they refuse?"
Even though she is very good at making money, she is still the daughter-in-law of the Shen family. No matter how much she earns, it all belongs to the Shen family.
This old lady and old man, surely they don't only love the grandchildren of her two sons, but also the grandchildren of their other two sons.
Besides, even if they don't earn money, she still has three sons. When the youngest son gets married, if the sons don't earn money, does that mean the daughter-in-law won't?
"That's true, but I heard she set up some kind of foundation and put all her assets in there."
"Just listen to their nonsense. What difference does it make where it is? It's still his sons' money. They can use it however they want in the future."
"It's true, the Shen family must be blessed with good fortune. Not only did the old man achieve great things, but his sons and grandsons are even more outstanding."
"The wives here are all incredibly capable."
"That's true. Back then, the Shen family was nothing special. If it weren't for Shen Laosan's wife, would they have been able to live right under the walls of the capital?"
Will they still be neighbors with those of us whose ancestors were already wealthy?
I don't know where they get the nerve. For so many years, I've disliked her. Whenever there's an event, she either doesn't go or everyone else has to fawn over her.
Look how capable she is. Of the men in the Shen family, only Shen Lao Si still has influence in the army. I don't think the others will be able to in the future.
Don't think that just because you can make a few measly bucks, you can look down on others.
"That's absolutely right. In my opinion, if it weren't for the Shen family men's efforts, they wouldn't have been able to squeeze into our circle."
Moreover, Shen Laosan's wife always looks down on people, which makes me angry. So what if she can earn a few coins?
"What does it matter how much money she earns? She's still living like a widow since she was young."
"Isn't that right? I've heard that soldiers can only go home a few times a year. With her looks, she probably can't stand the loneliness."
"That's quite possible."
I had no idea until I listened that this is how the people around here see me, and that they even dare to spread rumors about me.
Since that's the case, there's no need to be polite. I didn't hear it before, but not today.
"I didn't even realize when I became the kind of person you're talking about?"
I also want to know what kind of person I am. I think you should stop making things up and spreading rumors. It would be better if we just let the police investigate.
Are you trying to say I wronged you?
"Chen, daughter-in-law of the Shen family, what do you mean by that?"
"That's right, we're just chatting here. Besides, you're the CEO of a big company, why are you hiding behind others and listening to them talk?"
"Do I need to eavesdrop? You're all talking so loudly, who didn't hear me?"
And since you dare to spread rumors, then wait for the court summons!
Although I'm no longer in politics, I did spend a few years there before, and even though I left a long time ago, I'm not afraid.
"You, don't think you're so great just because you have a few stinking coins. Who's afraid of you?"
"that is."
"I may have some money, but it's money I earned through my own abilities. Even if I burn it all down, that's my business."
As for you guys, what else can you do besides having children?
No, you can do other things too, but that's just speaking your mind and making enemies of your husband's family. That's your real skill.
"you?"
"Stop with the 'you' and just wait! I'm not just trying to scare you, I, Li Mianmian, have never been afraid."
Back then, there were so many people who had problems with me, and I won't go into detail about how I handled them one by one. Even though we've been neighbors for so many years, I'll still handle things the same way I always have to.
Even if you go and ask our old man and woman to come out, it won't work.
As for your men, no matter how high their official rank, it won't work if they try to use their power to suppress me.
I'm telling you, I can make sure all of you families go hungry just by using the money I have.
"Anyone can talk tough, but if it weren't for the Shen family backing you up, would you be where you are today?"
Don't think we're afraid of you. In terms of wealth, Li Mianmian is just a nouveau riche at best. What's so great about that?
Don't forget, our ancestors were no less distinguished than yours. What's there to be so proud of?
"Exactly, do they really think we're easy to scare? Go ahead and sue us if you want, we'll see who's afraid of whom."
"Since that's the case, then I won't stand on ceremony. You say I rely on my husband's family, but that's my confidence."
Even if I, Li Mianmian, had never married into the Shen family before, the Shen family would never have ignored me if something happened to me. You must know that they are my parents' apprentices.
Even now, more than 30 years after I married into the Shen family, the Shen family has never stopped me from doing whatever I want.
Unlike you, who need your husband's family's permission to spend money or do anything, you don't live a happy life despite your glamorous appearance. Instead, you worry about whether your husbands are having affairs.
"What nonsense are you spouting? Believe me or not, I'll sue you for defamation!"
"Go ahead and sue! Go ahead and sue. I'm sure the judge will give me a satisfactory answer."
After all, you were the ones who spread the rumors first. As for what I just said about mistresses and concubines, I'm sure that'll be enough for you to ensure your men don't cheat.
"We can't guarantee that, so what about you? Can you guarantee that?"
"I can really guarantee that the men of our Shen family are all upright soldiers. They wouldn't do such a thing. If they did, they wouldn't be wearing these uniforms now."
"You're just talking nonsense! Nobody can guarantee anything like this. I think you're just being stubborn."
"Whether I'm just being stubborn or you're all feeling guilty, you all know the truth in your hearts."
"Dare to ruin my reputation and spread rumors about me? I, Li Mianmian, have never been lenient with you. Just you wait!"
"Who are you trying to scare? If you've got the guts, come at me. Don't think you can get ahead just because you have a few bucks."
"I may not have the ability to rise to the top overnight, but I do have the ability to deal with you guys."
I happen to have some free time at home lately, so I'd be happy to hang out with you guys.
"You're willing to play with us, but we're not?"
"Exactly, and besides, we didn't say anything wrong. You haven't been messing around with other men. You have achieved what you have today, and you have wealth today. Who are you trying to fool?"
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