Chapter 221

Chapter 221

It's perfect to give it to Hu Tian now. If she had to pay for it herself, she wouldn't be willing to part with the money.

Her money is reserved only for her and Wang Qingqi's future.

Hu Tian accepted the pen and thought about the telegram he had just received, which instructed him to investigate Zhou Jiaojiao's in-laws, everyone involved. This telegram came from his backer in the provincial city. In this era, if one wanted to engage in black market dealings, they needed reliable connections.

Otherwise, how could one thrive?

He rarely had opportunities to repay his benefactor, so this was a good chance.

However... he wondered if this matter had anything to do with Zhou Jiaojiao. Why did she receive a job after returning from the provincial city, and why did he receive this telegram?

What could be going on with Zhou Jiaojiao's in-laws?

"Brother Hu, why are you staring at me like that?" Zhou Jiaojiao felt uncomfortable under Hu Tian's gaze.

Upon hearing her question, Hu Tian made up an excuse: "Nothing, it's just that you look even more beautiful after a few days apart. By the way, how's your new job? Do you need any help from Brother Hu? I remember you mentioned before that your sister-in-law always bullied you.

Where is she now?

Are she and her husband still making things difficult for you?

Your brother and sister-in-law... what was your brother's name again?"

Hu Tian casually asked Zhou Jiaojiao, trying to gather information from her.

Zhou Jiaojiao didn't find it strange, as she often shared her grievances with Hu Tian.

Hearing his concern, Zhou Jiaojiao continued to slander Bai Xiuxiu: "She saw me today and urged me to pay back the money. That money clearly shouldn't be our responsibility. My brother didn't eat much at home over the years but worked hard.

But isn't it natural for a son to work for his family?

Why should my in-laws have to pay back the money? And why should we join them in paying it back?

My father-in-law even said it was all for my sake. At that time, she almost sent me to jail, and only agreed to let me go to save face.

They're just making excuses!

I didn't push her into the water; it was my third sister-in-law who did.

I've never met a woman as vicious as Bai Xiuxiu. As for her husband, his name is Wang Qinghe. He looks good, but he's a fool.

He treats Bai Xiuxiu like a treasure.

He doesn't even see what kind of person she is.

Whatever she says, he listens."

From Zhou Jiaojiao's words, Hu Tian picked out the relevant details beyond her emotions. Knowing Wang Qinghe's name would make it easier to have others inquire further.

Hu Tian quickly continued to ask her about other members of the Old Wang family.

Before long, he had gathered information on everyone in the Old Wang family, memorizing their names, and then stopped asking.

Zhou Jiaojiao felt extremely aggrieved: "Brother Hu, I came to you hoping you could trip up those two sisters-in-law of mine. In the past, you were considerate because of me, but you don't need to be anymore. For the black market dealings, you don't need to give them preferential treatment."

Thinking about her own recipe, Zhou Jiaojiao couldn't help feeling resentful, which was why she sought out Hu Tian.

Hu Tian was shocked. He had seen people harm others, but not to the extent that Zhou Jiaojiao did.

"Alright, don't worry."

Hu Tian agreed readily, and Zhou Jiaojiao felt even more pleased. With someone like Hu Tian listening to her, everything would be easier for her in the future.

In the evening.

When Bai Xiuxiu finished work, Wang Qinghe was already waiting outside her door. His bicycle basket contained a large piece of plum blossom meat, intended for his mother-in-law.

"How long have you been waiting?" Bai Xiuxiu approached him, noticing his quiet and somewhat artistic demeanor.

His blue sweater collar peeked out from his coat, making him appear even paler.

Seeing his wife emerge, Wang Qinghe placed the items she needed to take home: "I just got here a little while ago. I went to answer Yu Cheng's call."

"Yu Cheng? What news from the He family?"

Bai Xiuxiu's eyes lit up.

Wang Qinghe nodded and then shook his head.

As they rode back, he slowly told her about the chaos in the He family: "Yu Cheng said that when He Youde met with Zhou Jiaojiao and Wang Qingqi, he was caught by the lady of the He household. However, she didn't say anything.

She is currently investigating He Youde's relationship with them privately.

They might soon discover our connection.

But right now, another issue is causing turmoil in their household. The head of the He family, whom Yu Cheng calls Uncle He, has decided to fully support his nephew, He Tian, who is He Youde's son. He has completely lost faith in his own sons.

This decision has caused the lady of the He household to stir up a commotion throughout the entire compound.

Yu Cheng said he will update us daily on the latest developments there."

Wang Qinghe's voice mixed with the wind, making it hard to hear clearly. Bai Xiuxiu leaned closer to his back.

A newfound intimacy developed between them.

Bai Xiuxiu realized that in her previous life, during the years she was married to Wang Qinghe, she might not have truly understood him. Her understanding of him came after her death.

But the deceased her, her feelings towards many things were not very real.

Only by living again could she truly face the intense emotions this person concealed behind their gentleness.

Perhaps Wang Qinghe really loved her deeply.

Always ready to fulfill any request and answer any question.

When they arrived home, dinner was already prepared.

Over the course of the day, Granny Wei had thoroughly cleaned both the front and back yards, as well as the house itself.

And still, she managed to eat some melon during the day.

It was the first time she had seen her daughter at work; indeed, it seemed like a challenging job.

That Old Lady Lin, she didn’t repeat herself even when scolding people. It was fortunate that her daughter wasn’t afraid.

Seeing her daughter and son-in-law return on their bicycle, Granny Wei put down her work. "Back already? Dinner is ready and kept warm in the pot. I'll serve it, and then we can eat. Yueyue, come out and wash your hands."

After saying this, the old lady went to serve the food.

As Wang Qingqi and Bai Xiuxiu entered the house, the two children came out to wash their hands.

"Xiuxiu, do you usually deal with such unreasonable matters at work?"

At the dinner table, Granny Wei couldn't help but worry about her daughter.

"Mom, these aren't big issues. There are others who handle the more troublesome tasks, so don't worry about me." Seeing her mother's concern, Bai Xiuxiu explained to reassure her.

"That’s good..." Granny Wei still wasn't entirely reassured.

This family enjoyed their dinner in warmth and comfort.

Meanwhile, far away in the provincial city, the He family was embroiled in a new round of arguments.

At the dinner table, the He family members looked at the single large stew on the table, a stark contrast to the usual three dishes and a soup.

Everyone was eerily quiet.

Seeing this, He Youde sighed, "Elder Sister, are you trying to drive us away?"

Qi Yingying glanced at her younger brother-in-law and sneered, "What else could it be? Youde, you've been staying with us for quite a while now. And Tian, don't you miss your mother at all? Are you okay with leaving her alone at home?"