Chapter 229

Chapter 229

Hearing this, Bai Xiuxiu was even more delighted. She really didn't need to waste any effort to get in touch with people.

Soon, Du Juan brought Zhou Jiaojiao in, and they sat next to Bai Xiuxiu and Director Wang.

Zhou Jiaojiao looked at Bai Xiuxiu with pure hatred.

It was all because of Bai Xiuxiu that she was being controlled by Old Wang's family. Now, that whole family was living in her and Wang Qingqi's new house like a bunch of nuisances.

None of them had left!

Thinking about it, Zhou Jiaojiao smiled at Bai Xiuxiu, speaking loudly: "Elder Sister-in-Law, Dad and the others have come to the county and are now crammed into our house. Your place is so big; wouldn't it be better if you let Dad and them stay at your place for a while?

Even though we've separated households, we're still family, after all.

Surely it's not too much to ask for them to visit?"

Her words drew the attention of everyone in the meeting room. Their gazes scrutinized the two women, curious about what was happening. After all, they worked at the neighborhood committee and dealt with such issues frequently.

Bai Xiuxiu glanced at Zhou Jiaojiao, who had just arrived and started causing trouble. Under everyone's gaze, she wasn't embarrassed but instead asked, "You said we're family. So what if Dad lives with you?

Dad always favored Old Fifth, giving him all the money and food. Even his job was arranged by Dad.

My husband and I still give Dad money for his retirement every month. You contribute nothing, shouldn't you take care of him more?"

"I... I already said, the whole family has come, and my place is too small," Zhou Jiaojiao said, looking aggrieved.

Tears welled up in her eyes: "Elder Sister-in-Law, please..."

"Old Fifth's wife, are you trying to kick the family out?" Bai Xiuxiu looked at Zhou Jiaojiao, sounding deeply hurt.

Zhou Jiaojiao was so angry she wanted to slap her. What did she mean by kicking the family out?

Does Bai Xiuxiu not understand human language?

Bai Xiuxiu's voice wasn't quiet: "Our door is always open. If Dad and the brothers want to come to our place, my husband and I would welcome them.

But they don't come, which means they prefer your place.

They feel closer to you.

It's truly heartbreaking. Before we separated, my husband worked hard every day. After finishing work for the team, he would help at home.

When others could rest, he would go to the mountains...

Throughout the year, whenever there was an opportunity to earn money, he took it.

Yet no one treated us as family."

Bai Xiuxiu was almost in tears.

The others shook their heads. Their job involved mediating family disputes, and they understood the situation immediately. It seemed the eldest son's family was mistreated, doing all the work without any benefits.

The family didn't treat them as equals.

Now they were trying to make things difficult.

Everyone present, experienced in such matters, changed their view of Zhou Jiaojiao.

This was Zhou Jiaojiao's first time in such a place, and under everyone's gaze, she felt terrified.

She cursed Bai Xiuxiu in her heart, thinking how could she be so mean?

What did she mean by not treating them as family?

Clearly, they were afraid to go to her place. If they weren't, they would have gone long ago.

Now Bai Xiuxiu dared to lie openly and turn the tables?

Zhou Jiaojiao grew angrier, wanting to defend herself and save face. But before she could speak, Director Du warned her softly: "Shut up.

This is a meeting place, not a place to discuss family issues.

If you can't speak properly, be quiet. Didn't I teach you already?"

"But..." Zhou Jiaojiao sounded aggrieved.

"No buts. If you cause me trouble, don't blame me." Director Du was displeased with Zhou Jiaojiao's behavior.

He didn't mind her fighting with her sister-in-law, but causing trouble when she couldn't win was unacceptable.

The commotion didn't last long. After Zhou Jiaojiao quieted down, someone came in for the meeting.

The person was accompanied by investigators and was the deputy county magistrate.

Bai Xiuxiu saw Wang Qinghe's mother, Qi Yingying, for the first time.

She didn't need introductions; upon seeing the group, she recognized Qi Yingying immediately.

Qi Yingying shared some similarities with Wang Qinghe.

The meeting content was straightforward, and Bai Xiuxiu helped Director Wang record everything.

After the meeting, Director Wang took Bai Xiuxiu to meet his friend.

Xiao Tan and Qi Yingying were discussing where to go first in the afternoon when they ran into Director Wang.

"Big Sister Wang?" Xiao Tan immediately recognized Director Wang upon seeing her.

Their families had been neighbors, but the Tan family moved away a few years ago. However, they came back to visit relatives last year.

If one were to count, they were distantly related.

So, the two of them were not at all unfamiliar with each other.

"Xiao Tan, you've changed so much. I almost didn't recognize you," Director Wang said with a smile.

Xiao Tan knew what Director Wang did and hesitated about continuing the conversation.

Director Wang understood her concern and changed the subject: "This is someone I brought along. Her name is Bai Xiuxiu; I usually call her Xiao Bai. She's very smart, and it's a bit of a waste for her to be here.

Your provincial city is much bigger. If there are any good job opportunities, could you recommend one to our Xiuxiu?

I'll give you her resume later."

As soon as Director Wang finished speaking, everyone was shocked.

Bai Xiuxiu was stunned; Director Wang was actually planning to recommend her to work in the provincial city?

Xiao Tan was also surprised, thinking that Big Sister Wang wanted to get closer to her and ask something, but it turned out to be for this Bai Xiuxiu?

Still, the girl looked quite presentable.

On the side, Qi Yingying thought the same when she saw Bai Xiuxiu. But wasn't she being too greedy? She already had a good job, so why did she want to go to the provincial city?

Her own He Wei didn't even have a good job yet.

"The girl is nice, but it's not easy to find a job in the provincial city. Isn't her current job good enough? Many people there can't find jobs either.

Why leave home and suffer?"

Qi Yingying suddenly spoke up.

Everyone was once again taken aback.

Xiao Tan was prepared to agree, given her good relationship with Big Sister Wang.

Now, Qi Yingying's attitude left Xiao Tan puzzled.

What was going on with Sister Qi?

Bai Xiuxiu didn't expect her husband's mother to act this way.

But business was more important. Bai Xiuxiu smiled at Qi Yingying and said, "You're right. I'll consider your advice carefully."

"What a polite child," Qi Yingying was satisfied.

Bai Xiuxiu continued, "When I saw you, I felt a sense of closeness. Maybe it's because you look a bit like my partner? You have such a kind face."