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Back to the 80s: A Marriage of Convenience
"It's still your Uncle's family," Chen Cui shook her head and sighed, "Your Uncle's family has completely prospered now, completely disregarding your grandparents' well-being. How do you think they feel? They are almost at the point of not being able to live..."
Chen Cui's voice was not just for Zhao Lei; she was also trying to sow discord between Grandfather Zhao, Grandma Zhao, and Zhao Guoqiang's family.
Anyway, even if she did nothing, Zhao Guoqiang's family would not be willing to take Grandfather Zhao and Grandma Zhao to the city. So she might as well do something!
Hearing that it was Uncle's family causing trouble, Zhao Lei curled his lips but didn't say a word.
As for Zhao Jin marrying Qi Zheng, Zhao Lei still held a grudge! He always felt that if it had been Zhao Ying'er marrying Qi Zheng, then his marriage with Qi Yuehong would have been a natural progression.
However, while he resented Zhao Jin, he didn't think he had reached that level of hatred yet.
He had tried to find Zhao Jin before, and Zhao Jin had been very straightforward with him. Marriage! It mainly depends on the feelings and intentions of both parties. As for Qi Yuehong's feelings towards him, she indeed did not have such thoughts. Even if he forced it, in the end, it would probably lead to a bad outcome.
Although he didn't quite agree with Zhao Jin's refusal to help him, it was undeniable that he recognized the reasoning behind Zhao Jin's words.
He genuinely liked Qi Yuehong and wasn't merely attracted to the fact that the Qi family was currently prosperous.
If he were to force Qi Yuehong into marrying him and they ended up living poorly together, Zhao Lei himself would also be very unhappy.
Thus, even though Zhao Jin had not supported him all along, Zhao Lei did not complain much to Grandma Zhao or Chen Cui. He just felt that this was something he could solve on his own. After all, things had already escalated to this point; whether or not his grandmother and mother helped didn't really matter.
However, what Zhao Lei did not expect was that his Uncle's family had just returned to Willow Leaf Village and had already clashed with his grandmother.
"Did Uncle's family come to our house? Or did Grandma go looking for Uncle's family?" Perhaps due to his feelings for Qi Yuehong, Zhao Lei gradually became less blindly trusting of Grandma Zhao and Chen Cui.
Now hearing about the conflict between Grandma Zhao and Zhao Guoqiang's family, Zhao Lei did not immediately curse at Zhao Guoqiang's family like before; instead, he asked about the cause of the conflict.
These changes are subtle and silent. Even Chen Cui did not realize Zhao Lei's transformation. With a pout, Chen Cui was solely focused on causing trouble for Zhao Guoqiang's family, naturally making things worse: "Isn't it just that your Uncle's family is too much? They went to the city to enjoy themselves but don't want to care about your grandfather and grandmother. Today was infuriating; your grandfather slapped your grandmother in front of your Uncle's family. Your grandmother couldn't take it anymore, and now she's wailing in the house."
"My grandfather hit someone?" Zhao Lei genuinely did not expect this to be the cause. After a pause, he looked at Chen Cui, "Mom, nothing happened here, right?"
He couldn't help but feel quite uneasy about Chen Cui. He always thought that with her personality, she could do something reckless.
"What could I have done? You really think I'm that kind of person? I didn't do anything today, I..." Chen Cui was very concerned about the impression she left on Zhao Lei. Being directly questioned by him at that moment, she immediately waved her hands to exonerate herself.
However, unfortunately for her, she did not realize that her voice was getting louder. At the same time, this only fueled Grandma Zhao's anger further; she was just short of bursting out to confront Chen Cui.
Of course, even though she didn't come out, Grandma Zhao's anger was not concealed at all; it was directly expressed: "Lei, come in; Grandma has something to ask you."
Suddenly being called out by Grandma Zhao, Zhao Lei was taken aback for a moment but didn't think much of it and went inside.
After all, it was his own beloved grandmother; nothing serious would happen.
Chen Cui also didn't think much of it. In the entire Zhao Family, Grandma Zhao loved Zhao Lei the most; how could anything go wrong?
However, Chen Cui clearly forgot that she had a significant incident with Grandma Zhao today—one that would leave a lasting impression on Grandma Zhao for a lifetime and would never be forgotten.
"Lei, your mom wants to split from your grandparents and kick them out. What do you think?" Just like earlier with Chen Cui, Grandma Zhao's voice was loud at this moment as if demanding an immediate stance from Zhao Lei, clearly indicating how furious she was inside.
At this point, Zhao Lei was completely stunned.
What situation is this? His parents want to split from his grandparents? That can't be true! They've all lived together happily for so many years!
If they really split up, would his parents still be able to benefit from Grandpa and Grandma? As for Uncle and Uncle Zhao, his parents probably wouldn't be able to take advantage of them anymore...
Don't underestimate Zhao Lei; he clearly sees the situation in their family. He knows that his parents are acting so arrogantly because they have the support of Grandpa and Grandma.
If even Zhao Lei can see the situation clearly, how could Chen Cui be unclear? Upon hearing Grandma Zhao's words, Chen Cui immediately became anxious and started shouting through the door, "Oh dear, you are the biological mother of my Guofu! Even if you gave me ten times more courage, I wouldn't dare to treat you like this! Previously at my elder brother's house, it was just a way to intimidate my brother's sister-in-law! If I didn't act like this, how could I attract my elder brother's sister-in-law's attention? I just didn't expect that my elder brother's sister-in-law would be so heartless as to not respond to us at all, showing no filial piety towards our parents..."
Chen Cui is quite adept at seeking benefits and avoiding harm. Especially at times like this, she continuously starts throwing dirt on Zhao Guoqiang's family.
She has to do it! If she doesn't, Grandpa Zhao and Grandma Zhao might turn their hearts toward outsiders. At that time, wouldn't they be in an even worse situation?
Chen Cui has been thinking about this for a long time, and Grandma Zhao can see through it.
With a disdainful cold snort in her heart, Grandma Zhao showed no signs of backing down on the surface. She fixed her gaze on Zhao Lei, determined to get an answer: "Lei, do you also think that Grandpa and Grandma are old and useless, wanting to learn from your ungrateful mother and kick them aside?"
With Grandma Zhao's words reaching this point, how could Zhao Lei not obediently say something nice to appease her?
So the next moment, Zhao Lei shook his head vigorously and waved his hands: "What are you talking about, Grandma? How could I think like that? Even my parents don't have such thoughts." "Hmph! Your dad, I won't say much. After all, he's one of us and doesn't have such malicious intentions. But what about your mother?" Grandma Zhao's expression immediately changed as she angrily shouted, "I am increasingly losing hope for your mother. From now on, I can only hope that you quickly bring home a filial daughter-in-law for me. It seems I can only enjoy the blessings of a granddaughter-in-law and won't get any blessings from a daughter-in-law!"
"Grandma, it's not as exaggerated as you say." Zhao Lei still somewhat supported Chen Cui. Moreover, he didn't want things at home to become chaotic, so he began to stir the waters between Grandma Zhao and Chen Cui.
"Hmph! I won't dwell on past matters. But right now with your mother, I really can't hold any expectations!" In front of Zhao Lei, Grandma Zhao's tone was relatively mild.
Although she spoke poorly of Chen Cui, in reality, Grandma Zhao's attitude had already softened and eased up.
Zhao Lei naturally understood that his grandmother had always treated him exceptionally well and cared for him deeply.
At this moment, seeing signs of softening in Grandma Zhao's attitude, Zhao Lei immediately seized the opportunity and spoke a few flattering words about Chen Cui.
Grandma Zhao did not trust Chen Cui, but she trusted Zhao Lei completely. No matter what Chen Cui was like, as long as Zhao Lei had not separated from the family, Grandma Zhao would believe in her.
As for Chen Cui's intentions, Grandma Zhao had not easily forgotten them. However, in front of Zhao Lei, she did not show too much of her feelings to avoid making Zhao Lei think that she, as a grandmother, was overly suspicious.
Grandma Zhao could not help but care about her good impression in Zhao Lei's eyes.
Chen Cui, on the other hand, did not mind whether Grandma Zhao was deliberately putting on an act. Confirming that Grandma Zhao had softened in front of Zhao Lei, she immediately felt relieved.
Right now, she was hoping that Grandma Zhao could exert her influence and negotiate with Zhao Guoqiang's family to make things happen! She could not miss the great opportunity to move to City. With such a huge temptation in front of her, Chen Cui simply could not control herself.
At the same time, Zhao Lei also had his own thoughts.
Being able to move to City meant more opportunities for him to interact closely with Qi Yuehong. He was naturally very pleased with this realization.
Thinking this way, Zhao Lei also brought up the topic of moving to City with Grandma Zhao. "Lei, do you think your grandmother doesn't want to move to City? It's just that your Uncle's family is too heartless and ignores your grandmother and grandfather's well-being! Otherwise, when they left Willow Leaf Village, your grandmother and grandfather would have taken you along to move to City."
On this matter, Grandma Zhao did not hold back at all.
She truly wanted to take Zhao Lei with her to move to City. This was her most genuine feeling and has been her plan all along.
However, no matter how much she wanted it, since Zhao Guoqiang's family refused to cooperate, she remained stuck in Willow Leaf Village suffering. Just thinking about it made Grandma Zhao particularly angry, and she hated Zhao Guoqiang's family so much that she gritted her teeth.
It was somewhat amusing. Before Zhao Guoqiang's family moved away from Willow Leaf Village, when everyone lived together in Willow Leaf Village, Grandma Zhao never thought there was anything wrong with living there.
Willow Leaf Village is their root. They have lived their entire lives in Willow Leaf Village, and their ancestors have done the same. What could possibly be wrong with it?
However, ever since Grandma Zhao learned that Zhao Guoqiang's family was moving away from Willow Leaf Village, her mindset immediately became unbalanced.
From that moment on, Willow Leaf Village appeared to Grandma Zhao as a place that was lacking in every way, and everything seemed uncomfortable to her. Now, it has reached a point where she can hardly stand to stay there even for a moment.
This feeling was not hidden from anyone; Grandma Zhao openly expressed her grievances, constantly complaining that Zhao Guoqiang's family was unfilial and indifferent to her and Grandfather Zhao's well-being, throwing all sorts of accusations at them.
Zhao Lei undoubtedly stood on Grandma Zhao's side.
Listening to Grandma Zhao, Zhao Lei furrowed his brows, feeling helpless: “Is it really that unreasonable over at Uncle’s place?” “Isn't it unreasonable? Grandma and Grandpa argued in front of your Uncle's family, and Grandpa even slapped Grandma out of anger. And what happened? Your Uncle's family is completely heartless; not a single person softened or backed down.” At this point, Grandma Zhao felt utterly wronged and began to cry to Zhao Lei.
Zhao Lei did not expect that Zhao Guoqiang's family would be so unreasonable. In his view, since it was Grandfather Zhao and Grandma Zhao who personally intervened, even if they didn't respect them as elders, they should at least consider their feelings.
But now it seemed he had underestimated the situation. Zhao Guoqiang's family had likely already reached a consensus and discussed things among themselves; there was no way they would casually let them share in the benefits of moving to City.
Truth be told, if it weren't for Qi Yuehong being in City, Zhao Lei wouldn't have such high expectations or aspirations for it.
No matter how good City might be, moving there would mean relying on others; he would have to live under the shadow of Zhao Guoqiang's family from then on.
Even with Grandfather Zhao and Grandma Zhao around, Zhao Lei did not believe his life would be particularly easy.
Therefore, if he didn't consider the factor of Qi Yuehong, he might have outright rejected Grandma Zhao's proposal and chosen not to move to City.
Living in his own home is much more comfortable. His family does not lack for food or drink, so why should he go to City just to live under someone else's scrutiny?
Even though living in an apartment is quite an impressive thing, it doesn't hold much allure for Zhao Lei.
However, if he doesn't go to City, the possibility with Qi Yuehong becomes even slimmer.
With a rather complicated mood, Zhao Lei sighed lightly, feeling conflicted.
Grandma Zhao was unaware of Zhao Lei's inner turmoil. She was solely focused on the events that occurred at Zhao Guoqiang's house today, clearly wanting Zhao Lei to join her in expressing anger.
In this regard, Zhao Lei had always done well. Regardless of whether he had any real actions, whenever Grandma Zhao wanted to scold someone, he would definitely echo her sentiments and join in the scolding.
However, today's Zhao Lei was clearly not in the right state of mind and had remained silent.
Halfway through Grandma Zhao's words, she quickly noticed something was off with Zhao Lei. She immediately stopped and looked at him uncertainly: "Lei, what's wrong with you? Why do you have such a bitter face? Who has wronged you? Tell Grandma! I'll go settle the score with that person right now!"
"Grandma." Zhao Lei hesitated for a moment before finally telling her the truth.
Regarding Qi Yuehong and Qi Juanjuan, Zhao Lei knew he needed to clarify his stance; he absolutely could not let Grandma Zhao have any misunderstandings. Otherwise, there would likely be more misunderstandings and conflicts in the future. It was already difficult for him to be with Qi Yuehong. If there were more disputes and contradictions, it would naturally become even less possible.
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