“Father, the old lady is in a hurry to divide the family property because she is afraid that I will be a burden to her. In her eyes, there is only my second uncle’s family. Even if you give your life for them, she will not thank you.”
Only after her son spoke did Xiao Wenjing manage a weak smile, "I understand what you're saying, but your grandmother has had a hard life too!"
Shen Yunsheng frowned slightly. Her father-in-law's obsession with the old poisonous woman was too deep; he wouldn't be able to change it in a short time!
“Dad, I don’t object to your filial piety towards Grandma. I just want you to understand your own responsibilities. You are not only someone else’s son, but also my mother’s husband and our father.”
When her daughter-in-law spoke softly, Luo immediately echoed, "My dear husband, I married you, and we are the closest people in the world. I don't ask for much. I only ask that you share a little bit of your love with me, and that when the children are in need, you can take on the responsibility of being the head of the family and protect them from the wind and rain."
Xiao Wenjing remained silent for a long time before finally sighing and saying, "I...I understand. Let's put this matter behind us!"
He knew that continuing the stalemate would only worsen the relationship, so it was better to turn the page and move on.
When her father-in-law gave in, Shen Yunsheng immediately offered him a sweet treat.
“Dad, thank you for your magnanimity in not holding it against me. I deeply admire your tolerance and understanding. Although we are not related by blood, you are as important to me as my own father. I will do my best to take care of you and be filial to you in the future, so that you can live a happy life.”
Shen Yunsheng's voice was full of sincerity and determination, which moved people deeply.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Wenjing smiled with relief. At that moment, he felt the deep respect and love his daughter-in-law had for him.
Shen Yunsheng knew that harmony in a family required mutual tolerance and understanding.
She was willing to demonstrate her respect and care for her father-in-law through her actions, and also hoped to gain his support and approval.
Xiao Wenjing glanced at his daughter-in-law, then smiled and changed the subject, "Jingchuan's family, what do you plan to do with these bamboo shoots?"
“I plan to sell them. I roughly estimate that these bamboo shoots can fetch at least a few hundred coins.”
"Several, several hundred coins? This... how is this possible?"
Xiao Wenjing could hardly believe his ears. He worked himself to the bone logging, and at most he could only earn five hundred coins a month.
If these bamboo shoots could really sell for several hundred coins, wouldn't that be more profitable than logging? Thinking of this, Xiao Wenjing couldn't help but feel a surge of anticipation. If such a good thing really happened, he would rather stay at home and rest for a while.
Xiao Jingchuan said gently, "Father, no matter how much money the bamboo shoots can fetch, I don't plan to let you continue logging. From now on, you can stay at home and enjoy your retirement."
Xiao Wenjing was naturally pleased that his son was willing to be filial to him, so he readily agreed: "Okay! Then I promise you, once you've recovered, I'll sit back and wait for you to take care of me."
Shen Yunsheng and Xiao Jingchuan exchanged a knowing smile; they had finally managed to calm the old man down.
Luo Shi and Xiao Wanqing also showed smiles that they hadn't seen in a long time. The family's bickering would only make them a laughing stock for outsiders.
As evening fell, everyone returned home chatting and laughing.
After unloading the bamboo shoots from their baskets, Shen Yunsheng and Xiao Jingchuan began preparing dinner.
Because of today's bountiful harvest, Shen Yunsheng decided to cook a delicious wild bamboo shoot dish for everyone himself.
In the east wing, Xiao Jingchuan looked at the two large bags full of bamboo shoots with a troubled expression.
These bamboo shoots can't be kept for long, otherwise they'll spoil easily.
He thought for a moment and decided to spread them out to allow for ventilation.
So he found two large bamboo baskets and laid the bamboo shoots one by one inside, which allowed for better air circulation and prevented the bamboo shoots from spoiling due to dampness. Xiao Jingchuan carefully arranged the bamboo shoots, but before he finished, Granny Yang came in carrying a bowl of steaming chicken soup.
"Chuan'er, I've saved you a bowl of chicken soup. Drink it while it's hot."
Xiao Jingchuan stared coldly at Granny Yang, his face expressionless.
He had never seen the old vile woman treat him so kindly since he could remember.
Now, she's actually offering to deliver chicken soup; she definitely has ulterior motives.
"Chuan'er, your wife is really being unreasonable. You've only just recovered, and she's already making you break bamboo shoots."
Grandma Yang put the chicken soup on the table and couldn't help but complain, "I...I suspect your wife hit her head. These bamboo shoots can't be eaten as a meal, yet she went to all that trouble to break them back up."
Xiao Jingchuan sneered. This old vile woman started by slandering his wife. She was truly wicked.
"Grandma, please stop criticizing my wife. She means well and wants everyone to try out new things. Besides, even if she's just messing around, I'm happy to spoil her."
Xiao Jingchuan looked at his wife at the door, his eyes full of doting and love.
Upon hearing her husband's words, Shen Yunsheng immediately smiled happily.
"Grandma, you're welcome to come visit anytime, but if you want to cause trouble, I'm always ready to oblige."
Shen Yunsheng's expression turned slightly cold, his eyes sharp as knives as he stared coldly at Granny Yang.
If Granny Yang's target for instigation was her father-in-law, then a fierce argument would likely be inevitable.
At this moment, the atmosphere was as tense as a taut string, ready to snap at the slightest misstep.
Granny Yang was so angry that she put on a stern face. She really wanted to strangle the woman in front of her. Ever since her last murder attempt, this brat had started to go against her at every turn.
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