Rebirth: She is Ready for a Counterattack!-Chapter 241 - 240: Coming Back (Part 1)

Shang Wenming saw the half-smiling expression on Gu Xiaoqing’s face and felt thoroughly frustrated.

But he could only force himself to bring Gu Xiaoying inside.

Li Xuemei saw Gu Xiaoying, noticing how her daughter seemed to have lost a lot of weight recently, her face had no flesh, and her spirit was low.

Her heart ached, and just as she was about to greet her, she suddenly remembered Gu Xiaoqing’s words, hardened her heart, and turned her head to look at the busy workers, avoiding what she couldn’t bear to see.

Gu Xiaoying also had no choice but to come; in fact, she hadn’t been feeling well these two days either.

That day, under Gu Xiaoqing’s sarcastic remarks, Gu Xiaoying was really angered and didn’t want to return home.

But staying day after day at the Shang Family, the atmosphere seemed to change a bit.

At first, Shang Family members greeted her with smiles and warmth; she lived in the same room with Shang Wenhua, who often chatted with her, pulling her out for walks.

But when Shang Wenhua fancied a particular brand’s handbag and clothes, Gu Xiaoying became unhappy.

Usually, when Shang Wenhua took her shopping, whatever Shang Wenhua liked, Gu Xiaoying would generously buy it too; after all, it wasn’t like she couldn’t afford it, and pleasing her sister-in-law wasn’t an issue.

Moreover, that amount of money wasn’t much in Gu Xiaoying’s eyes, especially compared to her five percent shares.

Back then, Gu Xiaoying didn’t feel anything was wrong and was happy to do it.

But now, this matter has become a big issue for Gu Xiaoying.

Gu Xiaoying can’t pull out the money now.

No bank card, no savings book, and the only money she had was last month’s salary, not much, only a little over two thousand.

Gu Xiaoying couldn’t possibly spend all her money on buying bags and clothes for Shang Wenhua.

So, after a period of awkwardness, Gu Xiaoying had no choice but to say through gritted teeth, "This bag doesn’t really go with your clothes, let’s buy it later."

These words clearly made Shang Wenhua dissatisfied, causing her to express it throughout the road, hinting that Gu Xiaoying looked down on her, unwilling to spend even a little.

Now and then, words like ’bumpkin’ and ’country hick’ slipped out of her mouth, without explicitly saying it was about Gu Xiaoying, but how could Gu Xiaoying not understand it was a roundabout insult?

Her heart also became upset.

Why should I spend my money on you?

She couldn’t help but show a lot of resentment on her face, and the previously harmonious relationship between the two plummeted to freezing point.

If it weren’t for Shang’s mother suppressing matters when they got home, Shang Wenhua would likely have turned against her, making Gu Xiaoying feel anxious about Shang Wenming’s family.

It seemed that behind all this harmony and goodness, more things were hiding, things she hadn’t fully understood.

Following that, Shang’s mother subtly hinted that the household expenses were insufficient, so Gu Xiaoying had no choice but to give Shang’s mother a thousand yuan. Staying in someone’s home with food and drinks, it wouldn’t make sense not to contribute some money.

But after a few days, Shang’s mother mentioned planning a family dinner out for her birthday.

Gu Xiaoying handed over all her remaining money to Shang’s mother to book a table for the dinner.

She really felt uncomfortable.

This two thousand yuan was her last money, and Gu Xiaoying still hadn’t found a job. With the New Year approaching, it was a tough time to job hunt.

So Gu Xiaoying really started to regret.

Why had she been so impulsive in leaving, not taking anything with her, and with Shang Wenming constantly whispering things about her shares being hard-earned, suggesting they could open a store with the money from the shares?

Gu Xiaoying felt even more uncomfortable inside.

Feeling that her parents really let her down.

Thus, what was initially a slight dissatisfaction turned into frustration and resentment.

The urge to reclaim what was rightfully hers seemed even more compelling.

It was Shang Wenming who finally convinced her to find a way to return home and slowly talk things over with the family, saying he was willing to start from the bottom, not necessarily seeking the general manager position.

It was also to ease things with the family.

Gu Xiaoying really felt for Shang Wenming, who had lowered himself for her to such an extent.

Her heart was full of gratitude.

That’s how she managed to come over.

Seeing Li Xuemei glance at them and continue with her task, showing no sign of reconciliation, Gu Xiaoying’s heart ached to the point of tears.

Is this really my mother?

Shang Wenming led Gu Xiaoying in front of Li Xuemei and said, "Auntie, Xiao Ying is back. She needed a few days to clear her head and stayed at my place. She has come around and wants to talk to you both properly."

Those words had to come from Shang Wenming because Gu Xiaoying was still being stubborn.

Li Xuemei acknowledged with a hum, not saying much else.

Shang Wenming pushed Gu Xiaoying forward, "Go on, admit your mistake to Auntie."

Seeing Li Xuemei’s unwillingness to engage, Gu Xiaoying felt incredibly hurt inside.

But she still softly said, "Mom, is it too much not to allow Wenming to be a general manager, but just a foreman?"

How is that an apology?

Li Xuemei felt blocked inside, no wonder people say having a daughter means raising her for someone else.

Such girls really put outsiders first.

"Is this how you talk to your mother? Is ’Wenming, Wenming’ all you can say? Is he closer to you than your own mom and dad?" Li Xuemei complained.

Shang Wenming saw things turning bad and quickly intervened, "Auntie, Xiao Ying just couldn’t see things straight, I honestly don’t mind not working here, but don’t let me, an outsider, create distance between Xiao Ying and you all, that would be on me."

Hearing this, Li Xuemei couldn’t say much.

Gu Xiaoqing, who had been listening from the side, approached and said, "Mom, since Sister has come around, that’s good. And Shang Wenming, if you want to be a foreman, that’s fine, you can come back and do that."

She exchanged a look with Li Xuemei.

Li Xuemei didn’t understand what idea Gu Xiaoqing had now.

She just nodded and said, "Alright then, since you’re back, lend a hand."

That’s how things finally eased.

Gu Xiaoying finally smiled, looking at Gu Xiaoqing with newfound fondness.

At least this sister knew how to say the right things; originally, Gu Xiaoying thought that if Gu Xiaoqing continued to mock her today, she really wouldn’t come back anymore.

Fortunately, Gu Xiaoqing had a sense of sisterly affection.

The family was finally happy. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

After the storm, the skies cleared.

Shang Wenming glanced towards the kitchen, a smile appearing at the corner of his mouth. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com to read.)