Chapter 18: Your Grandma Doesn’t Want You Anymore!

Chapter 18: Your Grandma Doesn't Want You Anymore!

The county town was soon in sight, and Wei Pozi got off the vehicle with Xingxing in her arms, not even glancing back at Old Xu.

Xingxing, obediently, asked to be put down from Wei Pozi's arms, "Grandma, Xingxing can walk by herself."

After such a long ride, she felt dizzy, and she knew her grandma must be uncomfortable too. Xingxing didn’t want to make her grandma suffer any more.

Wei Pozi patted Xingxing’s little face and let her down.

"Mom," Bai Xiaofeng started to speak, but Wei Pozi already knew what she was going to say and nodded, "Go to the fabric shop area. I’ll take Xingxing for a stroll."

Bai Xiaofeng was taken aback by this trust and stood there, holding the two bundles, unsure of what to say.

Her mother-in-law letting her go alone meant she trusted her not to embezzle the money!

This trust left Bai Xiaofeng almost speechless, "Mom, don’t worry, I definitely..."

Bai Xiaofeng was so moved that she couldn’t find the right words.

Wei Pozi waved her hand impatiently, "Go on, hurry up."

In her heart, she thought about her daughters-in-law. While the eldest and second daughters-in-law had their faults and often annoyed her, fundamentally, they were decent people.

As for the third daughter-in-law...

Wei Pozi sighed heavily.

While her nature wasn’t bad, a person couldn’t be judged simply by being good or bad. She still needed some tempering.

She wondered what kind of daughter-in-law her youngest son would end up with...

Thinking of her youngest son, Wei Pozi subconsciously touched the Heartburn Grass in her pocket.

Given her youngest son’s special situation, once they got through the famine and things improved financially, she needed to save more money for his marriage...

Wei Pozi led Xingxing into the county town.

Xingxing opened her eyes wide, looking around curiously.

Since waking up, she had only known the small village of Nantuo.

Coming to the county town was like entering a whole new world.

The roads were straight, some parts even paved with stones. The houses were tall, with signs hanging, making it look bustling and lively!

There were also many uncles and aunties selling goods by the roadside!

Xingxing’s eyes sparkled with excitement.

Wei Pozi felt a soft spot in her heart and patted the little bun on top of Xingxing’s head, "Xingxing, is there anything you want to eat?"

Xingxing hesitated, her gaze drifting towards the sugar-coated haws nearby. But remembering how her grandma winced when paying for the ride, she bit her lip and shook her head vigorously, "No, no. Grandma, Xingxing ate some dry food in the carriage, so I’m not hungry."

Wei Pozi couldn’t help but pat the little bun on Xingxing’s head again.

Sometimes, she wished this child wouldn’t be so understanding; it made her feel sad.

Wei Pozi glanced at the nearby sugar-coated haws, "My dear granddaughter, don’t worry about Grandma not having money. Later, Grandma will sell the Heartburn Grass at the pharmacy and get money right away—now Grandma suddenly wants some sugar-coated haws, but I can’t finish a whole string. Can you share them with me?"

Xingxing nodded solemnly as if entrusted with an important task, "Grandma, don’t worry, I can do it!"

Wei Pozi held Xingxing’s hand, and the old woman and the little girl walked together toward the elderly man selling sugar-coated haws.

...

The county town was called Mapo County, not very large. A horse-drawn carriage could travel from one end to the other in less than half an hour.

The Su family’s courtyard was located in a small lane called Book Spine Alley on the outskirts of Mapo County, surrounded by ordinary households.

The Su family’s little grandson ran into the courtyard, shouting loudly, "Ju Geer, I saw your grandma!"

Ju Geer was sitting on a small stool in the tiny courtyard, listlessly playing with leaves. Hearing this, he suddenly looked up, his face full of joy, "Did my grandma come to pick me up?"

The Su family’s little grandson made a face at him, "Not at all, your grandma brought a little girl to buy sugar-coated haws! Your grandma doesn’t want you anymore!"

Ju Geer’s joy turned to anger instantly. Despite his spoiled nature, he was only four years old and couldn’t bear hearing something like “doesn’t want you anymore!”

"You’re lying!" Ju Geer shouted desperately.

The Su family’s little grandson pulled a face, stuck out his tongue, and shook his head triumphantly, "I saw it with my own eyes! Your grandma didn’t mention you at all and bought sugar-coated haws for that little girl. She doesn’t want you anymore!"

Ju Geer, red-eyed, lunged at the Su family’s little grandson.

Even though the other boy was two years older, Ju Geer managed to tackle him to the ground.

Ju Geer sat on the Su family’s little grandson, raising his fists, his eyes red, "My grandma won’t abandon me!"

The Su family’s little grandson, Su Xiaobao, who was six years old and at the age where he was causing trouble everywhere, immediately fought back.

When the Su family and Su Rouer heard the commotion and rushed out, Su Xiaobao and Ju Geer were already covered in dirt from fighting.

Su Xiaobao’s mother screamed and immediately tried to pull Ju Geer off! Ju Geer, unable to withstand the strength of an adult, stumbled several steps and was hit a few more times by Su Xiaobao, making him cry out loud.

Su Rouer watched with fury!

Her beloved son was being bullied like this!

With red eyes, Su Rouer hugged Ju Geer tightly, her voice trembling, "My child, are you hurt anywhere?"

Ju Geer hadn't spoken yet when Su Xiaobao started crying and complaining to his mother: "Yu Yongju hit me!"

Xiaobao's mother, Qian, forcibly suppressed her anger as she glanced at Su Rouer. Before Su Rouer could even start questioning her, Qian spoke with a forced smile: "Little Aunt, you've raised a fine son indeed. How impressive, coming back to your family and beating up your cousin! No wonder your in-laws can't handle such a great presence anymore!"

Su Rouer couldn't help but feel a surge of anger!

What kind of words was her sister-in-law using?

Just as Su Rouer was about to refute, Mother Su came out and tried to smooth things over: "Alright, alright, it's just kids fighting. Nothing to worry about!"

Qian dared to vent her anger on Su Rouer but not on Mother Su. She stormed off, taking Su Xiaobao back into the house.

Su Rouer held her son and wept.

Why did her husband's family bully her, and now even her own family was doing the same?

Ju Geer wiped his face and complained to Su Rouer: "Mother, Su Xiaobao said that he saw Grandma come to the county and buy sugar-coated haws for that little girl, not caring about me!"

Mother Su's eyes lit up: "Xiaobao saw your grandmother come to the county?"

Ju Geer didn't understand why his grandmother suddenly looked so happy, but he still replied honestly: "That's what he said!"

Mother Su grabbed Su Rouer's arm and said joyfully: "I told you, your in-laws would definitely come to fetch you! Look, in just two days, your mother-in-law has come personally to take you back. Clearly, they value you greatly and want to give you face!"

Hearing this, Su Rouer felt much better. She hummed in agreement, her eyes filled with a hint of pride, but still put on an air of defiance: "Mother, I'm not the type to go back just because they show a bit of weakness!"

Mother Su nodded in agreement with her daughter: "Right, exactly! I tell you, since your mother-in-law came personally, you must maintain your dignity! Otherwise, anyone will be able to criticize and control you, making your life difficult in your in-laws' home!"

Su Rouer nodded repeatedly: "Mother is right!"

The mother and daughter talked in detail for a while longer.

Ju Geer listened, feeling bored.

He understood only half of what his mother and grandmother were saying. However, from their conversation, it seemed that his grandmother had come to take them back?

Ju Geer's mood instantly improved. Taking advantage of a moment when no one was looking, he dusted himself off and ran outside.