Chapter 313

Chapter 313

"Demands?" Wang Shoucheng put down his chopsticks, his eyes flashing with calculation and disdain.

The Fifth Brother's wife was a troublemaker, and now she was making demands.

She really has no sense of propriety!

"Yes, demands." Zhou Jiaojiao didn’t care whether he was willing or not.

She grabbed her husband, tugging at his sleeve, urging him to speak up.

Wang Qingqi always felt intimidated when facing his father and older brothers.

But Zhou Jiaojiao was pressuring him, so he had to follow the plan they had just discussed and present the request: "It's like this, Father. Our family can sell pastries on the black market. Although it's the result of everyone's efforts, it's mainly due to my wife's secret recipe.

Without my wife's secret recipe, we wouldn't be where we are today.

Even though my wife caused the family to lose some money before, the profits we make each month on the black market can cover what we owe Elder Brother and Sister-in-law.

So, it’s unfair for my wife to keep contributing to the family without receiving anything in return.

Even if we haven’t divided the family property yet, we should still get some benefits."

Wang Qingqi spoke with a guilty conscience, feeling like Father was about to scold him any second.

"Fifth Brother, that’s not the right way to speak." Wang Shoucheng wanted to refute him.

But Zhou Jiaojiao wasn’t about to let the old man speak.

"Father, if that's not how you should speak, then how should I? Qingqi and I have always contributed to the family. Now you want me to hand over the black market business to you. We've been giving enough; it's time to get something back, don't you think?

I'll say it plainly. If you don’t agree to our demands, I won’t provide the secret recipe anymore.

We’ll just remain poor together."

Zhou Jiaojiao had completely turned against them.

If this continues, she will be the one being exploited by the Wang Family!

Previously, when Bai Xiuxiu and Wang Qinghe were still at home, the in-laws were thinking of exploiting them, so they treated her and Fifth Brother a bit better.

Now that there was no one else to take advantage of, they began targeting her.

She had to take a stand.

Zhou Jiaojiao’s stance gave Wang Shoucheng a headache.

He had to admit, the Fifth Brother’s wife was a troublemaker!

"Alright, no need for tough talk. What do you want, then?" Wang Shoucheng let her set the conditions.

Only then did Zhou Jiaojiao look satisfied. "The money our family makes from now on must be used to help Qingqi and me move to the provincial city."

"I thought it was a big deal. Didn’t we already say the family would assist you?" Wang Shoucheng said kindly.

His expression had become much softer.

But Zhou Jiaojiao wasn’t convinced. She sneered, "Father, last time you were just putting us off. We all know that’s true. My demand now is that the family’s earnings must unconditionally support Qingqi and me first, to pave the way for our move to the provincial city."

Even if there isn't enough money, you still have to find a way.

Once we go to the provincial city, the money from the black market must be divided, with one-third given to us each month, and you can split the rest.

Otherwise, I will never hand it over to you.

"Fifth Brother, how can your wife speak to Dad like that? Aren't you going to control her? Is there any respect left?" Wang Qingfu was furious inside, but when he spoke, he avoided the main issue and only stirred up trouble.

This wife of Fifth Brother really has no conscience.

She only cares about making her and Fifth Brother’s lives better, without considering the rest of the family.

"Brother, what can I do about it? My wife’s wishes are mine too. My wife and I must go to the provincial city. Besides, once we get there, do you think we’ll forget about you guys?" Wang Qingqi's shameless attitude made Wang Qingfu even angrier.

Neither of them is any good!

The others stayed silent.

Now, Fifth Brother and his wife are the key to this matter.

Wang Shoucheng looked at his second son, then at his youngest son.

These two sons are the future hope of the Wang Family, and he couldn't let either of them feel discouraged.

Fifth Brother and his wife were united, and since Zhou Jiaojiao still has the secret recipe, he couldn’t disagree even if he wanted to.

Fortunately, they haven’t mentioned splitting the family.

After considering the situation, Wang Shoucheng agreed: "Alright, I agree to this."

"Thank you, Dad." Zhou Jiaojiao was satisfied.

"Father?" Wang Qingfu hurriedly called out.

Wang Shoucheng signaled him to be quiet: "I don’t understand why you two are so set on going to the provincial city, but it’s a place where you won’t know anyone. We’ve also made enemies there. I agree with you going, but you must take your second brother along.

Having your second brother with you will provide support. Once you’re settled there, we can join you.

Our family can become more successful that way.

Fifth Brother's Wife, if you’re willing, we’ll do it this way. If you’re not, then forget it.

At worst, we’ll all stay here. We won’t take such a big risk for you.

We'll just work honestly, and our family will live like this for the rest of our lives. I think that’s fine too.

There are many things I can’t control, but as the daughter-in-law of the Wang Family, I still have the right to stop you from making mistakes, don’t I?"

Wang Shoucheng mimicked Zhou Jiaojiao's threat and used it on her.

He couldn't let her have her way completely.

If everything went her way, wouldn’t she leave the big family behind in no time?

Fifth Brother was also useless, unable to control his wife.

Zhou Jiaojiao's expression changed dramatically.

She didn’t expect that her father-in-law would come up with such an underhanded scheme, which clearly forced her to agree.

She must go to the provincial city at all costs!

The others also didn’t expect that the old man would be so harsh.

Zhao Cuihua watched the commotion and felt disappointed. She thought it was a pity that her eldest sister-in-law had already left for the provincial city; otherwise, she could have discussed this matter with her!

Zhou Jiaojiao struggled for a while but had no other option but to agree.

"Alright, let's first get that matter in our hands. When we make money in the future, we'll use it all to find connections and transfer jobs. I’ve inquired about it; securing a job in the provincial city, if you want to take over a position, it costs over a thousand yuan per person.

It won’t be easy."

Zhou Jiaojiao relented.

Wang Qingfu was also excited since he was included in this benefit, so he stopped complaining. He was secretly elated. It was beyond his wildest hopes that he would have the opportunity to work in the provincial city.

The last time he went to the provincial city with Dad, it was far more bustling and prosperous than their county!

If he could actually go, and later his wife gave birth to a son, their family could take root in the provincial city...

Wang Qingfu was so happy he almost burst out laughing.

"Alright, everyone, let’s eat now. It’s noon, and we shouldn’t skip our meal while discussing these things." Wang Shoucheng was also pleased. Today’s events demonstrated to the rest of the family that he could still control them.

No one would slip from his control.

He had to remain the head of the Wang household.

The minor disturbance in the Wang family was unknown to outsiders.

By then, Qinghe had already returned home.

The household items had already been packed by Bai Xiuxiu along with Xiao Zhang and He Ming. He Ming, who rarely did any work at home, was so tired that his eyes lost their luster.