CHAPTER 91: CHAPTER 91 SOME HELPLESSNESS

She bit her lip and stood up straight, looking at the lights of the various buildings outside the window. I will establish myself in this city,

Sun Chan walked a few steps, turned back to Gu Junming, and said, "I think this Su Miao will be quite troublesome. She has high ambitions but not much capability."

"You’re right, and she’s also hypocritical and cunning." Gu Junming continued his stride.

Sun Chan couldn’t help but laugh, "Earlier, when you found out the location of her uncle’s home, you seemed to recall something. Are you acquainted?"

"Sort of, my brother lives opposite this family. He’s quite a clueless guy, but he seems to have improved recently. It’s too late today, not convenient; I’ll introduce you another day."

"Why didn’t your brother join the army?"

Gu Junming thought for a moment and then smiled, "That’s a good idea. Maybe I’ll have him attend a training camp to instill some sense into him."

Sun Chan nodded, and the two of them hurriedly bought tickets and headed back to X City.

Meanwhile, Han Dong just finished bathing and sneezed as he came out of the bathroom, rubbing his nose, "What’s going on? Is someone bad-mouthing me behind my back?"

Han’s mother, Tian Jinhua, was reading a medical magazine and looked up, "With all the trouble you’ve caused, it’s a wonder you’re not being cursed at." The woman in her forties had an intellectual aura.

"Mom! I’m not the same as before. I’ve been diligently working in business; you’re just biased!"

Han’s father, Han Jinshan, also came over, tall with sharp eyes, "Are you going to X City tomorrow?"

"Yes, I’m going to meet someone." Han Dong stretched lazily and thought of Sun Chan.

Over the years, enduring hardships down south, experiencing suffering like never before, his body had thinned considerably. Fortunately, he shipped the fruits back and made a significant profit. He eagerly wanted someone to share his happiness.

The little girl, does she wonder about me?

Han Jinshan frowned, "Just back from the south, and instead of resting at home, you’re looking to bother some girl again?"

Han Dong dried his hair with a damp towel, "I’m not bothering anyone! I’m pursuing. I truly like her! Don’t doubt it, this time I genuinely want to find you a daughter-in-law."

Han Jinshan and Tian Jinhua exchanged looks and shook their heads. This troublesome child had been causing mischief since his teens, occasionally dating various girls dramatically, which then inevitably faded away. His words had long lost credibility.

Han Jinshan said, "If you could be like Gu Junming, would we still need to worry?"

"Exactly, if we had sent you to the military, all these troubles wouldn’t exist."

"Dad, Mom! I’m serious this time. My brother is great, but I also..."

Thud! Han Dong shrank his neck as intense door banging startled him.

Immediately, the sound of a couple’s argument echoed in the hallway. They were surprised; the Zhao Family opposite had always been quiet. How could such a commotion arise?

Outside were Su Miao’s aunt, Su Jinxiu, and uncle, Zhao Yingjun, both watching TV at home when they received a call saying Sun Jinxiu’s niece from the village had arrived and was waiting at the gate.

At the time, Zhao Yingjun’s face looked unpleasant, "Why come seeking refuge without prior notice? Is this some act-before-informing tactic? Really treating us insignificantly?"

Su Jinxiu said, "Perhaps something happened at home. I’ll ask her. Don’t be hasty." She married this man above her station, a village girl marrying a city cadre’s child, causing envy among many, but only she knew the true nature of it.

"What could be the matter? Village life involves farming, eating, and sleeping. Wasn’t I clear with you? Don’t provide them our address unnecessarily. You didn’t listen; look where that got you now? My mom always said not to marry someone from the village. I have no idea what possessed me to marry you. If village folks come leeching every few days, how would I endure it?"

Pregnant, Sun Jinxiu listened to her husband’s biting words, suppressing her irritation to placate Zhao Yingjun, "I’ll see what she’s up to. If it’s not urgent, I’ll ask her to return. Don’t be angry."

"It’s late now. Forcing your niece out would only lead to gossip about us! Fine, you enjoy with your dear niece; I’m not participating." Zhao Yingjun said while grabbing his clothes, heading out.

"Where are you going?"

"Back to the unit dormitory! Seriously annoying, I can’t tell if this place belongs to the Sus or the Zhaos, having to make room for your family!"

Su Jinxiu got angry too, arguing with him in the hallway, "How many have you invited over? Today’s your schoolmates, tomorrow your cousins. I’m heavily pregnant yet cooking and cleaning for them. My niece comes for the first time, you haven’t even met her, and you’re already accusing her of mooching off us? Why not talk about your kin?"

"What’s wrong with my family? They’re all cultured!"

"Cultured?" Su Jinxiu sneered, "When your money went missing last time, wasn’t it after they came? Every time they visit, our rice and oil are halved, don’t think I don’t know? I might be from the village, but I’m not penniless for you to look down upon! If you’re capable, don’t marry me!"

Zhao Yingjun nearly blurted out, marrying you willingly was the last thing I wanted! But he swallowed it back.

Their age gap was significant; he was with Su Jinxiu while his wife was deathly ill, having a scandalous affair and getting her pregnant.

His wife conveniently passed away, and Su Jinxiu caused a huge fuss to enter the household. If they made a spectacle, he’d be the one embarrassed.

Their argument continued in the hallway, Zhao Yingjun worried about being overheard, grabbed his wife, but Su Jinxiu, fuming, didn’t lower her voice, "If you can’t stand me, I’ll leave, sparing you the sight!"

"Stop arguing!"

Tian Jinhua wanted to intervene, "She’s heavily pregnant, after all. Don’t make a scene unless something bad happens. Han Dong, go take a look."

Han Jinshan said, "Forget it, it’s nothing major. If Zhao Yingjun realizes we heard him, he’ll be difficult to deal with later."

Han Dong naturally wouldn’t meddle, heading to his room to pack his belongings, ready to see Sun Chan tomorrow.

Before long the couple left, and the hallway returned to peace.

Zhao Yingjun intended to leave but became frozen upon seeing Su Miao. The girl was exceptionally attractive, nothing like someone from the village. Su Jinxiu sensed Zhao Yingjun’s stare, and her heart sank.