After a moment's thought, she said to her mother-in-law, "Mother! Why don't we go to the market together to buy some fresh fruit first, and then set off for my uncle's house?"
However, Xiao Wenjing, standing to the side, let out a cold snort, responding dismissively, "Why bother buying anything? Just pick some nectarines from the roadside. After all, no matter how many lavish gifts you bring, they probably won't even look at them."
At this moment, Xiao Jingchuan also deeply agreed with his father's words and chimed in, "Yes, Mother. I also think that sending a few peaches would be enough. If Aunt can show a slightly friendly attitude this time, then we might as well give Uncle some extra money; but if she still looks down on us as before, then I really think there is no need to give any more money."
After hearing this, Ms. Luo nodded repeatedly in agreement, clearly showing her support and approval of her husband's and son's views.
In fact, her visit to her brother was primarily driven by the unbreakable bond of blood ties. As for her selfish and self-serving sister-in-law, Luo held her in considerable contempt and disdain.
With her mother-in-law's agreement, Shen Yunsheng prepared to go to the city. Just as she was about to go inside to greet her grandfather, her father-in-law called out to her with a smile, "Sheng'er, leave the old man to me, so you can go on your journey with peace of mind."
Shen Yunsheng was secretly surprised that her father-in-law had started calling her Sheng'er again, which meant that he was in a good mood.
"Father, then I'll leave Grandpa in your care."
Shen Yunsheng snapped out of her daze and bowed to her father-in-law.
“I have a special connection with the old man, so it’s only right that I take care of him.”
Xiao Wenjing smiled slightly at his daughter-in-law. He felt that his wife was right. No matter how strong his daughter-in-law was, she was still one of his own. He had to learn to accept her.
Shen Yunsheng went inside to greet her grandfather and Li Hongyu. They were leaving now and wouldn't be home for at least two hours. Neither her father-in-law nor her grandfather knew how to cook, so she felt at ease leaving them in Li Hongyu's care.
Xiao Jingchuan took out his vegetable basket and picked peaches with his mother by the roadside.
They only picked the largest ones, and after filling a basket, Shen Yunsheng drove the car to the side of the road and took them straight to Zhulin Village.
They traveled in silence and soon arrived at their uncle's house.
Luo entered the courtyard with her son and daughter-in-law and saw her eldest brother's wife, Yao, feeding the chickens. When she saw them, her expression turned somewhat unpleasant.
"Oh, what brings you all here?" Yao put down the chicken feed in her hand and said sarcastically.
Ms. Luo quickly stepped forward and explained her purpose.
Upon hearing this, Luo sneered: "You come to visit a patient and only bring a few rotten peaches? How dare you!"
Xiao Jingchuan and his wife exchanged a glance, both seeing the helplessness in each other's eyes. They didn't speak, silently placing the nectarines on the table.
At this moment, Luo Zhiqin, the eldest uncle, came out of the house and smiled when he saw them.
"Big sister, come in and sit down." Luo Zhiqin warmly invited his sister into the main room. Upon closer inspection, Shen Yunsheng noticed that her uncle's face was indeed very haggard, and he seemed to have some difficulty speaking.
Luo led her son and husband into the house. Seeing her elder brother's pale face, she couldn't help but ask with concern, "Brother, how are you feeling?"
Luo Zhiqin shook his head. "It's nothing, just an old problem."
After asking a few more questions, Luo took out some money from her pocket and handed it to her elder brother: "This is a small token of my appreciation. Take it and buy some tonics."
Upon seeing this, Yao immediately snatched the money, counted it, and not only complained that it was too little, but also mocked, "What can you do with so little money? Are you trying to feed a beggar?"
Xiao Jingchuan's face darkened. "Aunt, this is just a token of our appreciation. Please don't say that."
“What’s wrong with that? Your family is so poor, how dare you come to our house? You’re a disgrace!” Yao insisted.
Seeing his wife going further and further astray, Luo Zhiqin could no longer contain his anger. He slammed his hand on the table, stood up, pointed at her nose, and shouted angrily, "You greedy, filthy woman! My sister came to visit me out of kindness, and not only did you not treat her well, you even dared to humiliate her? Do you have any family affection or humanity left?" His voice was as deafening as thunder, and the entire room seemed to tremble.
However, his wife was not intimidated by Luo Zhiqin's imposing manner. Instead, she retorted without backing down, "You sickly brat, how dare you scold your old mother? Have you forgotten how many children in our family are still unmarried? If I hadn't been careful with our finances, we would have starved long ago!"
She stood with her hands on her hips, eyes wide, staring directly at Luo Zhiqin without backing down.
Shen Yunsheng felt it was a real pity that Yao was not Yang Pozi's daughter-in-law. Someone as selfish and self-serving as her would be very suitable for Xiao Wenkai.
Xiao Jingchuan shared the same feeling. He suddenly felt a little sorry for his eldest uncle. Although his eldest uncle had not bullied them, he was weak-willed and had been suppressed by his aunt his whole life. He remembered that in his previous life, his eldest uncle was killed by his aunt. His aunt thought he was sick and unable to work, so she poisoned him with a bowl of poison.
Luo's eyes reddened. Her husband had indeed been right. Her sister-in-law did not welcome her. She had already given her three taels of silver, but her sister-in-law still complained that it was not enough.
Just as Shen Yunsheng was about to leave her maternal uncle's house with her mother-in-law, 007 suddenly spoke up: "Host, I suggest you save your maternal uncle. Successfully saving him will earn you a thousand merit points!"
Shen Yunsheng paused, then asked in confusion, "How can we save him?"
007 quickly replied, "I just scanned my uncle. His illness isn't some incurable disease; it's just a kidney stone. Because the stone is so large, it's causing him so much pain and making him feel so listless. When this kind of kidney stone flares up, it can be really deadly. It's uncomfortable whether you're sitting or lying down."
Shen Yunsheng's eyes lit up. He thought that if he could cure his uncle, he could not only help his uncle, but also gain merit points. It would be a win-win situation.
So she stopped and turned to look at her uncle, pondering how to start the conversation.
Shen Yunsheng walked to her uncle's side and said softly, "Uncle, I have some medical knowledge, perhaps I can help you take a look." Luo Zhiqin looked at her suspiciously, "You know medicine?" Shen Yunsheng nodded, "Yes, I studied with a famous doctor for a period of time before."
Yao sneered from the side, "Stop bragging. You think you can cure diseases? I think you're just trying to scam money!" Shen Yunsheng ignored her and said to his uncle, "Uncle, just let me try. If I can't cure it, you can scold me then."
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