Chapter 152 The Zhang Family’s Visit (Thanks to the cute little one who sent flowers tonight and didn’t want to do homework!)

Chapter 152 The Zhang Family's Visit (Thanks to the cute little one who sent flowers tonight and didn't want to do homework!)

After a few more words, the siblings went their separate ways.

When Qin Xiaoyao wheeled the cart back to the Song family, everyone had already returned.

Li Danni brought Liu Xiaomei over, saying they had rented Aunt Sun’s house and would move in tomorrow.

“This is good news. If you need any help moving, just come over and let us know!” Qin Xiaoyao replied with a smile.

“I have something to take care of at my father’s place; I’ll need to go there later. You and Xiaomei stay for dinner!” he added.

“What happened? Uncle Qin—”

“Nothing much, just need to go over there.” Qin Xiaoyao cut off Li Danni with a smile.

“I won’t be having lunch at home today.”

Li Danni wanted to ask more, but Qin Xiaoyao had already wheeled the cart away.

Li Danni sighed and gave up.

With her sister San Ya not around, she felt a bit awkward about staying for a meal.

So she discussed it with Liu Xiaomei, and while the sun was still low, they bid farewell to Lady Liu and returned to Xiashui Village.

After putting the cart away in the storage room, Qin Xiaoyao first checked on Song Que in his room.

Then he briefly explained the situation to Lady Liu before heading to the Qin family.

Upon arriving at the Qin family’s house, Qin Xiaoyao entered the courtyard and noticed that Zhang Shi was still outside her father’s room, not daring to enter.

His eldest sister-in-law was working in the yard, keeping an eye on Zhang Shi, feeling satisfied.

Seeing Qin Xiaoyao, the eldest sister-in-law immediately smiled, her heart settling down.

“San Ya is back! Your second sister-in-law is already cooking. Both families will eat together today, so you must join us!” she said.

Her husband had returned from closing his stall but refused to say anything about the situation.

The second brother was also absent, which left her uneasy.

But now, with her sister-in-law back, she felt relieved.

“Thank you, Elder Sister-in-Law and Second Sister-in-Law! Let me help you!” he offered.

“Oh, no need for that! Go keep Father-in-Law company and chat with him. We’ll call you when the food is ready,” the eldest sister-in-law quickly declined.

Qin Xiaoyao glanced at Zhang Shi, who was peering into her father’s room, looking restless, and nodded with a smile.

“All right.”

He then went to Qin Dazhuang’s room.

As soon as Qin Xiaoyao entered, Zhang Shi dared not have any other thoughts and stood further away, head bowed.

Qin Xiaoyao gave Zhang Shi a stern look before entering the room.

Before noon, Qin Erhu finally returned, bringing along the two elders from the Zhang family and Zhang Dashui.

As soon as they entered, they saw Zhang Shi standing outside Qin Dazhuang’s room.

Upon seeing her family, Zhang Shi’s sense of grievance welled up.

She rushed over to them, tears streaming down her face.

“Father, Mother—Second Brother!”

Seeing this, the Zhang family realized something was amiss and hurried to support Zhang Shi.

Meanwhile, Qin Erhu rushed into Qin Dazhuang’s room.

A moment later, he and Qin Xiaoyao helped Qin Dazhuang out.

Qin Dahu, upon hearing the news, also arrived.

Standing in the courtyard, he glared at the Zhang family with a hostile expression.

Seeing the once-strong Qin Dazhuang now looking like a sickly tiger, the Zhang family was shocked.

“Son-in-law, what happened to you?” the old man from the Zhang family asked, fear and concern evident in his voice.

He was somewhat afraid of his son-in-law, knowing that he was a butcher who killed pigs daily.

“Hmph, you don’t deserve to call me your son-in-law anymore,” Qin Dazhuang replied coldly.

As he said “son-in-law,” he glanced at Zhang Shi.

Hearing this, Zhang Shi’s face changed.

"Head of the household, I was wrong! Sniffle... Just let me off this time!" She hurried forward, trying to entangle Qin Dazhuang.

She was truly panicked now.

This time, the head of the household meant business; he had even called her family. How could she not be afraid?

Qin Xiaoyao's eyes flickered, and he stepped forward, grabbing Zhang Shi's two arms.

With a light twist, he had her under control.

"Ah—San Ya, what are you doing?! Let go of me!" Zhang Shi cried out in pain, wanting to curse but holding back.

Seeing this, the older members of the Zhang family didn't dare approach, but Zhang Dashui spoke up to Qin Xiaoyao.

"Qin San Ya, what are you doing? She is your stepmother!" His tone was filled with indignation.

Qin Xiaoyao looked up, his displeased gaze immediately locking onto Zhang Dashui, making him choke.

The words left unsaid, as if stuck in his throat.

"What stepmother? She's just a big rat stealing our Qin family's money."

Saying this, Qin Xiaoyao glanced at Zhang Shi with disgust.

"We've called you here today to take this rat back. Our Qin family will have nothing more to do with her."

Zhang Shi was shocked and immediately looked at Qin Xiaoyao.

"What do you mean? Qin San Ya, let me go!" She struggled.

Realizing she couldn't break free from Qin Xiaoyao's grip, she turned to Qin Dazhuang.

"Head of the household, what does San Ya mean?! Head of the household, say something!" She shouted at Qin Dazhuang while tears streamed down her face.

Qin Xiaoyao turned his head and, seeing his father silent, spoke again.

"What do I mean? Of course, it means divorce!" he declared loudly.

At these words, Zhang Shi's body went limp.

The Zhang family members were stunned.

"W-What divorce? Qin Dazhuang, what reason do you have to divorce my sister?! She's carrying your child!" Zhang Dashui recovered first and quickly said.

But he dared not question Qin Xiaoyao, only addressing Qin Dazhuang.

"That's right! Qin Dazhuang, why are you divorcing me?! W-Waa, I'm carrying your son!" Zhang Shi wailed, insisting she was carrying a son.

Qin Xiaoyao found her noise unbearable and was about to respond.

Unexpectedly, this time, Qin Dazhuang finally spoke.

"Just because you embezzled family funds and betrayed us! You violated the seven grounds for divorce!"

Before Zhang Shi could reply, Qin Dazhuang continued, "I was blinded before and handed the family over to you!"

"But you emptied our coffers to give the money to your brother Zhang Ershui and your family."

"San Ya is right; you, Zhang Shi, are just a rat, a big rat that steals from our Qin family!"

"A rat like you deserves to be divorced. If we took this to court, not just you, none of your Zhang family would escape!" With these words, Qin Dazhuang stumbled.

If not for Qin Erhu supporting him, he might have fallen.

Hearing this, the Zhang family members were shocked.

They had received many benefits from Zhang Shi, but if she had emptied the Qin family's coffers, those benefits must far exceed what they had received.

Thinking of Zhang Ershui, the Zhang family probably understood.