Chapter 1053: Chapter 1054: Village Orphan 98

When Zhang Yu, Li Xia, and Xiao Qiao returned home, they thought Wang Pandi would be sitting at the door, watching Zhou Xia work.

Unexpectedly, they saw Wang Pandi pulling people and constantly saying how vile Zhou Xia was.

“I really didn’t expect Zhou Xia to be so vile. She, she actually said, since we’ve split families, the work should be mine to do.”

“I really didn’t expect daughter-in-laws nowadays to be like this.”

Wang Pandi truly felt she was ill-fated, “Other mothers-in-law don’t need to work, everything is done by the daughter-in-law.”

“They say raising sons to guard against old age, but now I’m old, and I’m like this.” The thought made Wang Pandi miserable, she wailed and cried.

Liu Qiang came home from work, and only then did he know Zhou Xia had returned, which made him happy.

“Wife, wife, you’re back.” Liu Qiang thought of how household chores now had someone to do them, which made him happy.

In the past, had Zhou Xia seen Liu Qiang this happy, she would have been happy too. But now she knew Liu Qiang’s so-called happiness wasn’t because she was back.

It was because there was someone to do the house chores, which made her feel bad.

She now understood why one must have a job, at least you can spend money as you wish.

Unfortunately, she’s realized it now, but it’s too late; she’s destined to be someone without a job.

All her life she needs to look at a man’s mood to act, and when she needs money, if a man says no, then she won’t get to spend it.

Seeing the man before her, Zhou Xia knew she couldn’t fall out with him, “Yes, I’m back.”

“Have you been well while I was away?” Zhou Xia knew she needed to cozy up to Liu Qiang.

She aimed to control the money. Once she had money, she’d save some private stash, not spending it on anyone, not even family.

Zhang Yu had made many precautions, especially after becoming pregnant, she was extra cautious of Zhou Xia, fearing she’d make a move.

Unexpectedly, after learning Zhang Yu was pregnant, Zhou Xia merely watched her belly for a long time, then went on as usual.

Whenever she had time, she’d go to the streets to pick up some handwork, or argue with Wang Pandi.

Even though Wang Pandi complained outside about Zhou Xia not caring for her in-laws, even saying it to Zhou Xia’s face, she just smiled it off and carried on as usual.

Wang Pandi was truly enraged by her demeanor, she’d considered asking Wang Qiang to persuade Zhou Xia.

But Liu Qiang, the good son, didn’t involve himself; when Wang Pandi approached him, he’d listen silently, never voicing opinions.

After several attempts, Wang Pandi understood Liu Qiang’s stance; his silence showed he’s siding with Zhou Xia.

Having no choice, Wang Pandi and Liu Dashan considered seeking Liu Gang.

Liu Gang heard their house promises but took no actions, knowing clearly why Liu Dashan was acting this way.

Liu Dashan and his wife didn’t anticipate their strategies to fail, angering them to the point of vomiting blood.

They thought with money, jobs, and a house on their hands, it didn’t make sense why Liu Gang wouldn’t care.

Turns out they didn’t care, or rather, they were done fighting, which angered them.

Liu Dashan quickly thought up a solution; since no one’s fighting, he’d switch tactics to make them fight.

Liu Dashan went directly to Zhang Yu, he still had a granddaughter, especially one who’s pregnant, meaning Liu Family would soon have a fourth generation.

How could this not make Liu Dashan happy? Being old, he wished to see the fourth generation.

Seeing the sudden visit from Liu Dashan and his wife, Zhang Yu felt unpleasant.

She didn’t care if her expression scared them off, “What do you want?”

“After all, you’re my granddaughter.” Liu Dashan saw her expression, knowing if he didn’t speak quickly, the result would be bad.

His granddaughter? Zhang Yu looked at Liu Dashan posturing recognition, “Sorry, you’re Liu, I’m Zhang.”

“Speak, what’s your plan?” Zhang Yu asked Liu Dashan to be straightforward.

“My wife and I have truly regretted these days.”

“Before, we shouldn’t have treated you like that.” Liu Dashan truly felt regret, never imagining their grandson would almost face complete downfall.

Just for an apology? Zhang Yu was indeed shocked, “It’s alright, it’s alright.”

“Little Yu, um, during the New Year, shall we celebrate together?” Liu Dashan thought they’d celebrate together, it’d be lively and there’d be more stuff.

What? Celebrate during the New Year? Zhang Yu thought of the soon-arriving Spring Festival, “We won’t celebrate together.”

“We have things to do.” Preferring to return to the countryside rather than celebrate with Liu Dashan and his family.

Any agreement, and Wang Pandi would definitely snatch supplies, putting her at a disadvantage.

“Um, the child in your belly?” Liu Dashan remembered Zhang Yu’s husband’s average condition, probably a live-in son-in-law.

Liu Dashan regretted; if the child followed Liu, how great it would be. Then Liu Family would have a fourth generation.

Sadly, among the third generation kids at home, few were promising. It’s now only Zhang Yu’s couple who had potential, their child couldn’t be bad?

“Following the father’s surname.” Zhang Yu knew many were curious if her child would be called Xiao or Zhang.

What? Liu Dashan was taken aback, “Not a live-in son-in-law?”

Zhang Yule laughed, “Why would it be live-in? But the second child will be named Zhang.”

It could be like that? Liu Dashan was taken aback, “The child can follow your surname?”

“Of course, I’m the child’s mother; is it not normal for the child to have my surname?” Zhang Yu found it very normal.

Liu Dashan nodded continuously, “Yes, yes, no problem, no problem.”

If it was up to him, he certainly wouldn’t agree with his grandson doing so.

“Um, since the child can have your surname, why not have the surname Liu?” Liu Dashan tried suggesting.

Surname Liu? “The child’s father is Xiao, I am Zhang, child is Liu?”

“If the child studies, seeing the surname, how would teachers and classmates think? They wouldn’t believe they were our children.”

“Besides, I don’t think surname Liu is good.”

“I believe if my dad were still here, knowing what Liu Family did, he’d likely detest the surname Liu too.”

“You…” Liu Dashan didn’t expect Zhang Yu to reject him so bitterly, angering him terribly.

Liu Dashan didn’t want to stay here, he’d die of anger if he stayed longer.

Watching him leave, Zhang Yu said, “What wishful thinking.”