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Back to the 80s: A Marriage of Convenience
When it came to the benefits, all other thoughts immediately faded away for Zhao Ying'er, and she nodded obediently, firmly deciding to keep the child.
Although she had not yet received any benefits from the Wu Family, Zhao Ying'er was well aware that the Wu Family was indeed wealthier than an average household.
Since she could not gain anything from Wu Feng, she would wait until her son was born and then negotiate with Wu Feng.
With this mindset, Zhao Ying'er resolutely decided to keep the child in her womb. She also planned to cling to the Wu Family until the child was born, refusing to leave.
Zhao Ying'er was not someone skilled at hiding her emotions. Her actions quickly caught the attention of Wu Feng's parents.
Wu Feng's parents had no fondness for Zhao Ying'er as their daughter-in-law. They frowned and scowled at her schemes, often hurling harsh words at her.
Even regarding the child in Zhao Ying'er's womb, whether or not it belonged to the Wu Family, Wu Feng's parents felt little attachment.
This situation led to numerous conflicts and disputes, nearly escalating into physical confrontations.
Since becoming pregnant, Zhao Ying'er had become more docile and honest, refraining from confronting the Wu Family easily.
She remembered that she was carrying a child now; if she were careless and harmed the baby, what would she do?
Thus, for her future security, Zhao Ying'er suppressed her anger towards the Wu Family, holding back until a later time when she could unleash it.
However, compared to Zhao Ying'er, Wu Feng's parents were undoubtedly more unscrupulous in their methods.
Having confirmed that Wu Feng truly intended to divorce, regardless of whether it had been finalized or not, Wu Feng's parents began looking for new partners for him.
Wu Feng's parents did not hide their intentions from anyone, including Zhao Ying'er. As a result, the conflict between them intensified. Although it had not escalated to physical fights, it was evident that neither side could enjoy a peaceful life.
Zhao Ying'er understood very well that Wu Feng's parents were doing this on purpose. They were deliberately trying to provoke her and force her to leave the Wu Family and agree to divorce Wu Feng.
However, Zhao Ying'er was unwilling to let Wu Family's parents have their way.
She would certainly divorce Wu Feng, but now was not the time. She had to wait until the child in her womb was born before considering anything else.
Naturally, the expenses of raising the child would have to be covered by Wu Family.
She would not miss such an opportunity to spend Wu Family's money. If Wu Family wanted a peaceful life with their grandchild, that was out of the question!
In this matter, following Chen Cui's advice, Zhao Ying'er rarely showed her intelligence.
Chen Cui unreservedly stood by Zhao Ying'er and fully supported her decision to postpone the divorce.
In fact, after causing a scene at Qi Family, Chen Cui had not dared to say a word to anyone: she did not really want Zhao Ying'er to divorce Wu Feng anymore.
If before going to Qi Family, Chen Cui could still convince herself that Qi Zheng did not truly like Zhao Jin and that he must have some lingering regrets about Zhao Ying'er...
Then after witnessing Qi Family's various efforts to protect Zhao Jin, Chen Cui certainly hoped that if Zhao Ying'er could completely replace Zhao Jin, then Zhao Ying'er would definitely live a better life in Qi Family than anyone else.
However, what if Zhao Ying'er couldn't even step through Qi Family's door? If Qi Family refused to accept Zhao Ying'er and insisted on keeping Zhao Jin with Qi Zheng, what would they do then?
Chen Cui pursed her lips and pondered for quite some time but still did not dare to reveal such considerations and worries to Zhao Ying'er.
She knew very well that all Zhao Ying'er could see now was how happy Zhao Jin was. And this happiness was something that originally should have belonged to Zhao Ying'er.
As for discussing other issues with Zhao Ying'er, she simply wouldn't listen and refused to hear it.
Fortunately, with the child in her womb, it could at least soothe Zhao Ying'er's thoughts of staying in Wu Family for now.
According to Chen Cui's thoughts, before the child in Zhao Ying'er's womb was born, she could not divorce Wu Feng under any circumstances.
And once the child was born, they would have to see how things unfolded. Chen Cui decided not to make any conclusions for now, thinking they would take it one step at a time. After all, they couldn't let their Ying'er suffer losses nor allow Wu Family to take advantage while pretending to be kind.
Meanwhile, Chen Cui has also teamed up with Grandma Zhao and others, tirelessly striving to secure more benefits for Zhao Ying'er and the Wu Family.
When it comes to benefits, the first thing that comes to mind is definitely money.
In this regard, Chen Cui is not worried about Grandma Zhao's lack of commitment. She has already made an agreement with Grandma Zhao that she will not take a single cent from the money obtained from the Wu Family; instead, she will use it to honor Grandma Zhao and Grandfather Zhao.
Upon hearing Chen Cui's attitude, how could Grandma Zhao let this go? She was just short of going to the Wu Family to cause a scene.
As for whether Chen Cui truly has such good intentions, as long as Grandma Zhao continues to believe in her unwaveringly, there is no need for others to say much.
Since both Grandma Zhao and Chen Cui are busy worrying about Zhao Ying'er, they naturally do not have time to disturb Zhao Jin.
However, Uncle Zhao's family has recently been entangled by Zhao Fourth Uncle.
Upon learning that Qi Zheng had actually opened a Furniture Store in the City, Zhao Guofu and Chen Cui firmly believe that Qi Zheng's success is due to the recommendations of Zhao Guoqing and He Yun.
In the fixed mindset of Zhao Guofu and Chen Cui, if it weren't for the connections made by Zhao Guoqing and He Yun, the Sun Family would never have given such a great opportunity to Qi Zheng instead of keeping it for their own people.
Indeed, even now, Zhao Guofu and Chen Cui are still very concerned about that previous woodwork business from the County Government.
For Zhao Guofu and Chen Cui, if it weren't for that woodwork business, Qi Zheng would never have gained fame in the county, let alone open a Furniture Store in the City.
And such good fortune should have originally fallen upon their Zhao Family.
It must be said that Zhao Guofu and Chen Cui are truly hopeless.
To this day, what they still care about is the woodwork that was not given to them. They seem to have forgotten that they should also quickly learn about woodwork. Otherwise, even if a great opportunity fell into their hands, wouldn't they still just be left staring blankly?
However, Zhao Guofu and Chen Cui never look for problems within themselves. Together with Grandfather Zhao and Grandma Zhao, they stubbornly escalate this matter into something significant.
For this issue, Grandfather Zhao and Grandma Zhao have also sought out Zhao Guoqing and He Yun many times. Even though the woodwork from the County Government has long been completed and all wages have been paid, Grandfather Zhao and Grandma Zhao still refuse to give up, which is truly frustrating and speechless.
Of course, Grandfather Zhao and Grandma Zhao's persistent meddling is closely related to the instigation from Zhao Guofu and Chen Cui behind the scenes.
It is also Zhao Guofu and Chen Cui who constantly mention things at home, often adding fuel to the fire for Grandfather Zhao and Grandma Zhao, which has led to their discontent and lingering grievances.
However, even if Grandma Zhao and the others are extremely angry and resentful, this matter has already come to a conclusion.
Now, even if they involve Zhao Guoqing and He Yun, it is impossible for another opportunity for the County Government to need office furniture to fall into their laps. Their long-held hopes are destined to be in vain.
Moreover, since they couldn't get anything good from Zhao Guoqing and He Yun, Grandma Zhao and the others have also sought out Zhao Guoqiang's family.
Regarding the fact that the two brothers, Zhao Zhenqi, are still helping Qi Zheng, Grandma Zhao and Grandfather Zhao have quite a few complaints.
With that skill, why don't they come back to work for their own family? Can't they ask their Fourth Uncle for help if they need more hands?
Furthermore, doesn't Zhao Guoqiang only know how to farm and work? What good is that? The real money-maker is Qi Zheng, not the Zhao Brothers!
Such thoughts stuck in her throat, Grandma Zhao often criticized indirectly. In front of Zhao Guoqiang's family, she would say one thing, but in front of other Villagers, she would embellish it even more, wishing to portray Qi Zheng's family as a villainous entity.
Unfortunately, everyone lives in the same village. Who has good character and who does not cannot be determined by mere words.
For example, Grandma Zhao's reputation in Willow Leaf Village cannot compare to that of the Qijia Family.
Not to mention the grievances between Grandma Zhao and the Qi Family; Fellow Villagers are well aware of this. At this moment, no one is willing to stand on Grandma Zhao's side.
One can only imagine how Zhao Jin married Qi Zheng; Grandma Zhao likely knows better than anyone else. Even when the Wu Family united with the Zhao Family to cause trouble for the Qi Family later on, Zhao Jin herself stated that she agreed to marry Qi Zheng because she liked him.
However, in the minds of many people, Zhao Jin's words are subject to verification. At least the reason why she married Qi Zheng back then was probably not so simple.
Of course, it is well-known that Zhao Jin is doing very well in the Qi Family now. No one can question this or utter a single "no."
Grandma Zhao and her group must be feeling envious! Envious of the Qi Family making money, envious of how suddenly the Qi Family turned their fortunes around!
However, Grandma Zhao's demeanor is truly ugly, making it hard to look at her.
As for the Qi Family's prosperity, everyone in the village is aware of it, and many are envious.
But when it comes to gossiping behind their backs or even slandering the Qijia Family, only people like Grandma Zhao are capable of such things.
There's nothing that can be done. The Qi Zheng's Family is genuinely good-hearted. Even now, the only thing people discuss is that Qi Ze just married Sun Qiuer, who had been rejected once before.
However, this is ultimately a matter for the Sun Family and has nothing to do with the Qi Family. At most, people just shake their heads and sigh about how Qi Ze lacks discernment for not marrying a good girl from another family and instead liking Sun Qiuer...
But so what?
The life is being lived by Qi Ze and Sun Qiuer; it is the Qijia Family living it. The people around them might mutter a few words behind their backs, but no one really holds onto this matter or even spreads rumors to defame the Qijia Family.
On the contrary, it's the Sun Family. Because Sun Qiuer married Qi Ze, they are extremely grateful to the Qi Family. Whenever they are in front of familiar Villagers, they praise the Qi Family endlessly.
Although there was the incident of Sun Qiuer being rejected, the Sun Family has always been known for their integrity and sincerity, which everyone agrees upon.
The praises coming from them may contain a bit of exaggeration, but they still gain everyone's approval.
Compared to the malicious slander from Grandma Zhao and others, the words from the Sun Family are much more pleasant to hear.
There are waves of undercurrents in the village, yet no one seems to be maliciously controlling them. After all, Fellow Villagers are sharp-eyed; they can clearly see who is good and who is bad. Gradually, Grandma Zhao also found it uninteresting.
It's not that she doesn't want to continue smearing the Qijia Family for taking advantage of the Zhao Family or being unfair to them, but seeing that Fellow Villagers are uninterested in her words, what can she do?
Grandma Zhao may not have many other skills, but her proud demeanor is often on display.
She feels that everyone looks down on her and their Zhao Family. Grandma Zhao blames all faults on Qi Zheng and the Zhao Guoqiang family instead. Consequently, she becomes reluctant to go out.
Clearly, everyone is waiting to see the Zhao Family's jokes; why should she go out? Is she afraid that others don't know her family has been taken advantage of by the Qi Family and lost all their glory?
Now, even when Grandma Zhao sees a Tractor passing by in the village or hears the sound of a Tractor starting nearby, she quickly pulls a long face, snorts coldly, and spits on the ground.
What's so great about it! If it weren't for their family's support, how would the Qi Family have money to buy a Tractor? Who are they showing off to now? Aren't they ashamed!
In this regard, Grandma Zhao is clearly misplacing her anger. The Tractor from the Qi Family hasn't come right in front of her, and the sounds she hears aren't even from the Qi Family's Tractor.
Currently, Grandma Zhao is solely focused on resenting the Qi Family, which is why she disregards everything else and directs all her unhappiness towards the Qi Family.
To some extent, the Qi Family is indeed unfortunate and wronged.
Fortunately, up until now, Grandma Zhao hasn't gone to the Qi Family to cause a scene again. If she did that, it would be utterly embarrassing.
Due to her dissatisfaction, Grandma Zhao has recently found fault with everyone. Not just with Zhao Guofu and Chen Cui, even Zhao Lei has faced her cold shoulder.
This is truly significant.
For many years, Grandma Zhao has cherished her grandson, with Zhao Lei being second only to none.
Now that Grandma Zhao doesn't even care for Zhao Lei? Tsk tsk, that's like seeing the sun rise in the west.
In truth, Grandma Zhao doesn't really not care for her grandson. She just feels embarrassed, which leads her to misplace her anger.
There's no helping it. After all, how could Qi Yuehong, so capable, get into high school while Zhao Lei can only stay at home waiting for death?
Even someone as unreasonable as Grandma Zhao still holds respect for educated people.
Otherwise, how could He Yun have comfortably stayed away from Grandma Zhao's torment all these years? Otherwise, why would she care so much about the marriage of Wu Feng?
It's just a pity that her most beloved grandson couldn't bring her this glory. Instead, it was that girl from the despised Qi Family, who smoothly went on to high school!
This reality is hard for Grandma Zhao to accept no matter how she thinks about it. It has even affected her appetite and sleep; she scowls at everyone she sees and shows no good temper at all.
Seeing Grandma Zhao staring at him with a nose that wasn't a nose and eyes that weren't eyes, Zhao Lei was also displeased.
When had he ever suffered such grievances? When had he ever endured such nonsense? Wasn't it just because his grandmother couldn't stand the Qi Family living better than them? Was he not going to take action?
"What? You want to marry Qi Yuehong?" Hearing Zhao Lei's declaration, Grandma Qi was directly shocked.
Why was it the Qi Family again! Hadn't their family been bullied enough by the Qi Family? How could that girl from the Qi Family possibly be worthy of their Zhao Lei? "Grandma, haven't you always said that the Qi Family has taken advantage of us? If I marry their daughter, wouldn't I be able to reclaim what we've lost? Once Qi Yuehong comes to our family as a granddaughter-in-law, whatever you want to do to the Qi Family will be a matter of your own happiness," Zhao Lei said.
This person had no grand ambitions but was full of crafty ideas.
Whether his intention in targeting Qi Yuehong was to vent Grandma Qi's anger or because he genuinely liked her... only he knew in his heart.
However, regardless of whether he admitted his true feelings, it didn't have much impact on Qi Yuehong.
As for the Qi Family's disdain for Grandma Zhao and Zhao Fourth Uncle's family, only Zhao Lei himself was not liked by Qi Yuehong at all.
So, Zhao Lei's scheming thoughts were wasted. No matter how he tried to persuade Grandma Zhao, the final outcome was destined not to go his way.
Grandma Zhao, however, didn't think so much. Instead, she was moved by Zhao Lei's few words, and her recent gloomy mood instantly brightened.
"Oh my, no wonder you're Grandma's good grandson! Our Lei is so smart; he's someone who can achieve great things!" With great enthusiasm, Grandma Zhao praised Zhao Lei with thumbs up and fervent compliments, wishing she could elevate him even higher.
That's right; wasn't this exactly her grandson's logic?
As long as they brought Qi Yuehong into the Zhao Family, wouldn't they be able to extract a good deal from the Qi Family?
At that time, the benefits that should belong to the Zhao Family would have to be returned by the Qi Family. Otherwise, she had plenty of ways to teach that girl Qi Yuehong a lesson and make the Qi Family bow down and submit.
Thinking of this, Grandma Zhao nodded repeatedly, her smile becoming more pronounced.
Alright, let's do it this way! They would immediately go to the Qi Family to propose marriage and bring Qi Yuehong home!
Grandma Zhao truly took Zhao Lei's suggestion to heart. In her excitement, she didn't even think to mention this to Chen Cui and Zhao Guofu, and hurriedly sought out the Qi Family.
At that moment, Zhao Jin was pushing Guo Guo and Dou Dou around in the Qi Family's yard, enjoying the sunshine. Just then, Grandma Zhao caught sight of them.
Upon hearing that Grandma Zhao came to the Qi Family with the intention of marrying Qi Yuehong, Zhao Jin immediately shook his head in refusal.
"Yuehong is still studying! There's no rush for marriage," Zhao Jin genuinely cared for Qi Yuehong as if she were his own sister.
If it were Qi Yuehong standing in front of him, Zhao Jin might have considered whether it was suitable before responding.
However, standing here was Grandma Zhao, and that made all the difference. Zhao Jin had no hesitation at all and refused without a second thought.
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