Reborn in a small village in the 1990s

Chapter 193

Wang Guixiang's expression turned cold as she retorted, "You're making baseless accusations. At my age, would I lie? The money my son gave me is mine. I didn't spend your money. Besides, didn't you and Zhao Da'e eat together? Didn't you pay for your meal too? Don't make yourself sound so pitiful."

Cheng Jinxiang sneered: "How about we go and confront Zhao Tiesheng now?"

Cheng Jinxiang had the idea of ​​divorce in her heart, but she hadn't made up her mind completely because of the need to divide the family property and get tens of thousands of yuan back from her in-laws. However, if Zhao Tiesheng really sided with his mother this time, then she would definitely get a divorce.

Seeing that Cheng Jinxiang was serious this time, Wang Guixiang couldn't help but feel a little regretful. She knew that if she really went to Zhao Tiesheng, he would definitely side with his wife this time, since it was tens of thousands of yuan, and she was lying and had no right to do so. Going to Zhao Tiesheng would only lead to no good result.

However, she wholeheartedly agreed to Cheng Jinxiang's divorce from Zhao Tiesheng, and even had no objection to taking the two girls with her. She just found them annoying. But Cheng Jinxiang should not even think about getting a single penny from the Zhao family!

So Wang Guixiang said, "If you want a divorce, then get a divorce. My Zhao family doesn't care about you. I'll show Zhao Tiesheng other people's daughters later. They're definitely better than you and can give birth to boys. You can take those two good-for-nothings you gave birth to as you please. My Zhao family despises them. As for money? There's not a single penny. Don't even think about it!"

The onlookers couldn't help but feel nauseous: "This old lady, you're so shameless! They told you to confront Zhao Tiesheng, and you immediately said you wanted a divorce. Did you even ask Zhao Tiesheng's opinion? If he doesn't want a divorce, all this fuss might make your son hate you as his mother."

Some people were willing to play the peacemaker and advised, "Alright, alright. Stop arguing. It's nothing serious, you two are just angry in the heat of the moment. It'll pass after a bit. Go on, everyone go about your business."

If the commotion escalates and leads to a divorce, everyone will feel somewhat guilty. It's said that it's better to advise reconciliation than separation, and that it's better to destroy a thousand temples than to break up one marriage.

However, some people think that Cheng Jinxiang getting a divorce is the best outcome. Having such a vicious mother-in-law is really unlucky. Judging from Jinxiang's appearance, her husband is probably a coward. It's better to get a divorce. Without a vicious mother-in-law and a cowardly husband, she will be in a much better mood. With no one to provoke her, she might even live a few more years. If she lived in such a family, she would either be bullied to death or suffer humiliation to death.

Cheng Jinxiang didn't go too far with her words, but coldly said to Wang Guixiang, "If you don't dare to go with me to confront Zhao Tiesheng, it proves that what you said is false, that you made it all up, and that you've completely distorted the truth. Well then, everyone's here, so I'll return the favor for how you hit me just now."

Cheng Jinxiang's words were all reasonable, and her demeanor was in no way inferior to Wang Guixiang's. Even Zhao Da'e felt that her mother was quite assertive this time. Although the social atmosphere was still relatively simple in this era, the customs of the old days had long been broken. What right did the mother-in-law have to beat her daughter-in-law with impunity?

It's a habitual bad habit!

Zhou Chunwen's eyes lit up as she said to Da'e, "Da'e, my third aunt is so cool! She actually managed to shut your grandma up. I want to be like my third aunt when I grow up."

Seeing this, Zhao Da'e couldn't help but smile wryly. She shook her head and said, "Big Cousin, come on. I don't want you to end up like my mom. My mom was forced into it. Do you want your future mother-in-law to cause you a lot of trouble, and then explode in silence?"

Zhou Chunwen was stunned for a moment after hearing this. Then she quickly shook her head: "I'm not getting married. If I'm going to get married, I'll marry a rich man. If we don't have money, that's how it is. Fighting when we don't have money is a custom here. I've watched my dad and mom fight since I was little because they were poor. So I'm determined to find a rich man in the future. If I can't find one, then I'll... become a nun or something to make a living."

"Alright, alright. Big sister, your thinking isn't very good, it's all skewed. According to you, then my cousin doesn't need to get married either," Zhao Da'e said, pursing her lips.

"One thing at a time, other people's business is none of my concern. Besides, my family isn't particularly poor..." Zhou Chunwen regretted his double standard. After all, these days, there really aren't many truly wealthy people.

Regardless, it seems she needs to be more discerning in the future. Finding a good husband's family is crucial. Before marrying, she should check if the family is wealthy and whether they have a wicked mother-in-law like Wang Guixiang.

On the other side, Wang Guixiang was at a loss for words after being confronted by Cheng Jinxiang. She said she wanted to find Zhao Tiesheng to confront him, but she knew in her heart that she was lying, and Zhao Tiesheng would definitely not speak up for her. He might even turn around and blame her, his mother, for being bad.

Therefore, you should not look for Zhao Tiesheng!

However, if she didn't seek out Zhao Tiesheng, she would appear guilty, making others think she was distorting the truth and forcing them to confront her.

No matter how you look at it, it's not a good approach.

But this made Wang Guixiang increasingly annoyed with Cheng Jinxiang. How did this brat become so eloquent? No, she couldn't let herself be outdone.

Where have you ever heard of a daughter-in-law slapping her mother-in-law? If people find out, how will she ever have the face to live again?

But looking at the surrounding situation, Wang Guixiang was a little scared. Too many people were gathered around, pointing and whispering about her, and even blocking the exit. It was impossible for Wang Guixiang to get out and get through the crowd.

Without further ado, Wang Guixiang directly accused Cheng Jinxiang, "I'm your mother-in-law! What's wrong with you? You want to hit your mother-in-law? Sigh! Everyone, be the judge! This daughter-in-law is acting like a traitor, trying to slap her mother-in-law! Whose daughter is so shameless and ill-mannered, even trying to hit her old woman! I've had such a hard life. When I was young, raising six children was incredibly difficult. I worked from dawn till dusk every day, taking care of the children at the same time. Life was so hard. Now that I'm old, I'm being bullied by my daughter-in-law. I can't live like this anymore."

Wang Guixiang played the emotional card, shouting loudly and even wiping away tears from the corners of her eyes, a classic case of feigned retreat. She then sat down on the ground, throwing a tantrum and making a huge scene.

Cheng Jinxiang was all too familiar with Wang Guixiang's tantrums and emotional appeals. Wang Guixiang had done this many times in front of Zhao Tiesheng, making Zhao Tiesheng soften his heart time and time again, and then he would persuade her not to argue with Wang Guixiang. But even though she was the one who was wronged, she was still forced to endure it again and again.

Now, Cheng Jinxiang will never let anyone bully her again!

If Wang Guixiang can do this, then Cheng Jinxiang can do the same. She will follow Wang Guixiang's path and leave her with nowhere to go!

Cheng Jinxiang also silently shed tears, looking extremely aggrieved. Her eyes were red, and she cried so sadly. To be honest, Cheng Jinxiang was truly aggrieved. She did feel that she was suffering, but she also hated herself for meeting the wrong person.

Those around immediately sided with Cheng Jinxiang.

"Zhao's second daughter-in-law is really suffering. She has only given birth a few months ago and is already being tormented by her mother-in-law. I'm glad I didn't marry into Zhao's family, otherwise I would be the one suffering."

"What Wang Guixiang did was really despicable. Not only did she send her own granddaughter away, but she also seized her daughter-in-law's dowry. Tsk tsk tsk, what kind of family is this?"

"I think Wang Guixiang just can't win an argument, so she's making a scene here. Look how ugly she is crying. Do you think anyone will pay any attention to her?"

The gossip from passersby was making Wang Guixiang lose her temper. Why were all the people around her siding with that woman? Were they kidding? She was also wronged, you know. She had been put in the fence twice because of Cheng Jinxiang and Zhao Da'e!

Life in the fence was tough, but now everyone was speaking up for Cheng Jinxiang. This huge sense of loss made Wang Guixiang feel terrible.

When Xu Meihua saw Cheng Jinxiang crying, she felt sorry for her and went over to hug her, comforting her and encouraging her, "Good girl, don't cry. Aunt Xu knows you've suffered a lot and knows how hard you've worked. Don't cry, okay? Here, Aunt Xu will pack some big steamed buns for you to take home. They're free. These steamed buns are so fragrant. Take them home and try them; I guarantee they'll make you feel great!"

As she spoke, she actually filled a plastic bag with more than ten large steamed buns and put them in. She also filled it with a few bean buns: "It's windy, don't get your face smudged. Stop crying."

As Cheng Jinxiang cried, she felt a little embarrassed listening to Xu Meihua's words. She wiped away her tears and said, "I don't want to take your steamed bun for free. No, no. What would it do me to take your steamed bun? I would be very grateful if you could say a few words of justice for me."

Hearing Cheng Jinxiang's polite words, Xu Meihua couldn't help but say, "Oh, you're too kind. If Tianfu and Huaihua's matter goes through, then we'll be relatives. Relatives help relatives, there's no need to be so polite. Just accept these steamed buns. If you really feel bad about it, you can treat me to a meal another day."

As she spoke, Xu Meihua stuffed the bag of steamed buns into Zhao Da'e's arms, because she knew that if she gave it to Cheng Jinxiang, it might be returned, but it would be much simpler to give it to a child. Children are simple-minded and love new things, so they won't care about so much or refuse.

"Big Goose, these steamed buns are yours. Heat them up when you get home, they're quite delicious. They're made with leavened dough."

Seeing that she couldn't refuse, Cheng Jinxiang had no choice but to accept, but she still couldn't help but mutter, "Auntie, you're too kind. I'll definitely treat you to a meal another day."

Zhao Da'e was stunned for a moment, then said sweetly, "Thank you, Grandma Xu. You're such a kind old lady. You must be healthy. God is watching over you."

Xu Meihua felt a warm glow inside when she heard Zhao Da'e called "Grandma Xu." She couldn't help but squat down and ruffle Zhao Da'e's hair. "Oh! You're such a good child. Your mother has had a hard life too. Remember to take good care of her."

Zhao Da'e nodded obediently.

Seeing Xu Meihua and Cheng Jinxiang chatting, Wang Guixiang thought this was a good opportunity. She quietly retreated, wanting to sneak away, since no one would force her to hand over the silver bracelet if she escaped.

Before they had gone more than a few steps, a young child pointed at Wang Guixiang and shouted, "Look, this old man is trying to escape!"

Wang Guixiang almost choked on her own blood at the word "old Deng," which was even more offensive than "old codger." She turned and glared at the girl, cursing viciously, "You little brat, who are you calling 'old Deng'?"

The child's mother immediately ran over and took her child away. Looking at Wang Guixiang, she muttered angrily, "You old hag, try insulting my child again! Don't think everyone is as easy to bully as your daughter-in-law! If you insult her again, I'll kill you, you old bastard! You old geezer!"

Wang Guixiang was furious and glared at him.

The woman immediately stuck out her foot and kicked out, yelling, "What are you looking at, you spoiled brat!"

This woman was quite assertive, far more so than Cheng Jinxiang. She kicked Wang Guixiang, then reached out and grabbed Wang Guixiang's hair, yelling, "Try looking at her again!"

Wang Guixiang had never seen anything like this before, so she quickly lowered her head. If she looked up again, she'd be beaten again. The problem was, she didn't even recognize this woman…

She figured no one would help her after being beaten, so wasn't she just getting beaten for nothing? So she lowered her head and remained silent. Once the woman's anger subsided, she turned and ran.

However, their path was blocked.

"You old geezer, trying to run away? Trying to sneak away. What did I just say? You're in the wrong, and your daughter-in-law did nothing wrong. You hit her, so she has to pay you back. If your daughter-in-law doesn't slap you across the face, I'll do what God says today and help her slap you."

"Let me do it, I'm strong, I guarantee I can slap her so hard her grandma won't recognize her!"

These gossips were all directed at Wang Guixiang, who was furious and embarrassed. In a fit of anger, she put her hands on her hips and said, "You bunch of people are bullying an old woman like me. You're shameless. I, Wang Guixiang, just didn't want to argue with this ungrateful daughter-in-law."

As she spoke, Wang Guixiang took off her silver bracelet.

"Also, I don't care about this silver bracelet at all. It's ugly and uncomfortable to wear. I wouldn't take it even if it were given to me for free!"

Wang Guixiang threw the silver bracelet to the ground, then pointed at Cheng Jinxiang and cursed, "Cheng, I've treated you so well, and this is how you repay me? You're really too good for me! As long as I'm in the Zhao family, you can forget about going back!"

After uttering those harsh words, Wang Guixiang turned and left, her face flushed with anger.

The silver bracelet was thrown to the ground, and Cheng Jinxiang immediately went forward and picked it up with heartache. No matter what, it was something her mother had given her, and her mother looked like she was nearing the end of her life. This was probably the last thing her mother would leave her, and Cheng Jinxiang felt a deep pang of heartache.

She cherished this silver bracelet so much, but she was treated like this. That damned Wang Guixiang, letting her go like this is too good for her!

Xu Meihua quickly helped Cheng Jinxiang up and kindly advised, "Girl, Wang Guixiang is a real scoundrel. I think you shouldn't go back to the Zhao family, so you won't suffer any more."

Cheng Jinxiang nodded noncommittally.

Go back? Impossible.

But if she didn't go back and cause them trouble, she wouldn't be able to vent her anger. Cheng Jinxiang fell into deep thought.