Chapter 296

Chapter 296

Qi Yingying appeared to have a good temper, but in reality, she kept her distance from everyone. If someone tried to provoke her, her sharp remarks could make everyone miserable for days.

So, these people could only secretly wonder about them.

They observed the He family’s eldest son, who was more handsome than anyone else in the family, and his beautiful wife who had returned with him.

They also brought two young children, both of whom were incredibly cute.

No one in the He family was unattractive, but the other children resembled their parents more. In contrast, the eldest son bore less resemblance to his parents.

While it was evident he was a He family member, his looks far surpassed those of his parents.

He was exceptionally handsome.

His wife was even more beautiful. Together, they made a perfect couple.

It was unclear where they had met.

The two children were equally adorable, with delicate features that made passersby want to come over and give them a hug.

But it wasn’t the right time, so they just glanced a few times more.

Qi Yingying disliked being stared at for no reason. Doesn’t every family have its own problems?

Why gossip about their family like this?

"Let’s walk a bit faster. I thought there wouldn’t be many people around the compound when we got home, but it seems they’re just about to go out. By tonight, everyone in the compound will know about our family matters."

Qi Yingying said this with some frustration.

It was what she and Old He hated the most—their family matters becoming the topic of others’ conversations.

The family walked quickly, and upon reaching their yard, Qi Yingying knocked on the door.

"He Wei, Mom’s back. Open the door quickly," Qi Yingying called out.

There was no response from inside.

This gave Qi Yingying an uneasy feeling. Could it be that He Wei hadn’t woken up yet?

And Old He?

"Old He?" Qi Yingying asked again.

Still no response, but the door wasn’t locked.

Qi Yingying entered the yard and then let Wang Qinghe and the others in as well.

When they got inside the house, they found only Father He Quan sitting there drinking tea.

When he saw his daughter-in-law return, followed by two grandchildren and an unfamiliar family, even He Quan, who usually paid little attention to the eldest son’s children, couldn’t help but take a few more glances.

This eldest grandson was truly something, embodying all the best traits of the He family.

The daughter-in-law they chose was also quite attractive, and they looked like a well-matched couple at first glance.

It’s quite remarkable that they grew up in such a village and still turned out so well.

"Qinghe, Xiaobai, this is your grandfather. Quickly, call him 'Grandfather'!"

Qi Yingying’s gaze scanned the room, searching for her daughter and husband.

"Hello," Wang Qinghe greeted He Quan, bringing Bai Xiuxiu along.

They didn’t call out to him directly, but their attitude was acceptable.

He Quan wasn’t too concerned about his eldest grandson and simply nodded.

Then he glanced at his daughter-in-law, "Elder Daughter-in-law, what are you looking for anyway?"

"Dad, where’s Old He and He Wei? Why are they absent? And where’s He Cheng's wife?" Why are they all missing?

Qi Yingying was puzzled.

He Quan was also left speechless.

He pointed to the kitchen, "He Wei and He Cheng's wife got into a fight in the kitchen. Zhifei went to separate them. They have the door closed, and they can’t hear anything from outside. You should go check it out."

Qi Yingying: ...

So, not only is there no breakfast, but there’s also a fight in the kitchen?

What on earth are these people doing!

Qi Yingying had a million insults running through her mind but could only force a smile awkwardly.

Her father-in-law didn’t even try to smooth things over!

"Qinghe, I’ll go take a look." With that, Qi Yingying headed towards the kitchen.

As soon as she opened the kitchen door, she saw Old He standing to the side with a dark expression, while He Cheng's wife and He Wei stood far apart from each other.

But the looks they exchanged were filled with hatred, as if they were mortal enemies.

"What’s going on here? Why are you two fighting?"

"Mom, you’re back already! Second Sister-in-law is bullying me. She said I should come to the kitchen early in the morning to cook, since I just married Second Brother and you were coming back, I should be in the kitchen. But she followed me in and started nitpicking.

She said she’s pregnant, so some things can’t be eaten.

I told her to do it herself, and then she accused me of being malicious, saying I made a pregnant woman cook.

Mom, you need to handle her!"

He Wei was sobbing, utterly upset.

She had always been pampered and never lacked for food or clothing.

Except for her romantic life, everything else had always gone her way.

When had she ever been ordered around like this?

Not only was she being bossed around, but Xu Niandi was still dissatisfied.

He Wei felt deeply wronged.

Qi Yingying, who always stands up for her children, instantly turned sharp and terrifying when she heard her daughter's grievance: "Xu Niandi, what are you playing at? After marrying into our family, you are one of us and are supposed to live our lives together as a family. We didn’t marry you into this family to mistreat my daughter.

What? Do you think my daughter is like one of your daughters?

Let me tell you, if you want something done, do it yourself. Don’t even think about bossing He Wei around!"

Xu Niandi was taken aback by the scolding. At home, her mother had always told her, "A woman is most valuable when she’s pregnant."

In fact, it was because she was carrying the child that the He family had agreed to increase the dowry and meet all her demands.

She thought, if things are like this before the wedding, shouldn’t they be even better after?

So what was this situation now?

Why can’t I ask He Wei to do some work?

After all, I am her sister-in-law, carrying the He family’s grandchild!

Feeling wronged and helpless, Xu Niandi turned to her husband for support.

He Cheng, also standing up for his wife, added, "Mom, Niandi is pregnant. That’s why she asked He Wei to be a little more cautious. He Wei is grown up; is it really necessary to make a big deal out of such a small matter?

Look what’s happening; what if Niandi gets frightened..."

"What? Is she too fragile to handle a little fright? No one asked her to do anything; she’s the one being choosy about her food.

Can’t she just cope for a day? Wait until I’m back; what could I possibly do to her?"

Protecting her daughter, Qi Yingying wiped her daughter’s tears and looked at Xu Niandi: "You are carrying our He family’s child, but I’m giving you a fair warning now: don’t order He Wei around. If there’s anything, let me handle it. If not, your eldest sister-in-law is back today..."

Qi Yingying then looked at Bai Xiuxiu.

Before Bai Xiuxiu could respond, Wang Qinghe also chimed in with the same reasoning: "All the matters in our family are handled by me. I haven’t asked her to do anything; do you plan to make Xiuxiu work for you?"