The Country Maiden: Fields and Leisure-Chapter 845 - 844: How Can I Swallow This Insult?

And the old woman who initially held Old Granny Zhang, who was she? If she was a relative of Old Granny Zhang, how could she face Old Granny Zhang’s biological parents?

All this was because of Zhang Dabao and his wife’s selfishness, which ruined another family’s happiness and caused Old Granny Zhang’s lifelong suffering!

Wang Yongzhu thought back, still grinding her teeth in anger. If she had known earlier that Zhang Qiuju was from the Zhang Family, she wouldn’t have let them go so easily!

Old Granny Zhang saw Wang Yongzhu’s furious expression and suddenly laughed. The accumulated grievances and unwillingness over the years dissipated in an instant.

Let it go! Even though the Zhang Family were devoid of virtue, they gave her the most precious treasure in this world—her daughter Yongzhu!

"Enough, these things happened many years ago. If it weren’t for running into Zhang Qiuju today, I wouldn’t have mentioned it," Old Granny Zhang said, appearing quite composed.

Wang Yongzhu was still indignant: "Look at Zhang Qiuju and that young woman, they seem to be mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, dressed decently, able to come to the tea house for tea and snacks to rest. It seems their family is doing well now. Back then, they were sold to a peddler by Zhang Dabao and his wife; now they might be doing business. If we meet again someday, Mom, don’t worry, I’ll make sure to vent your anger!"

Not to mention, Old Granny Zhang suffered so much in the Zhang Family. Even though the culprits Zhang Dabao and his wife are dead, none of the Zhang siblings are good people. Old Granny Zhang raised them, but not one of them was grateful, especially Zhang Qiuju. To snatch a wedding dress on her sister’s wedding day, she’s definitely not easy to deal with.

Now that we know the truth, there will be chances to teach them a lesson.

Having made up their minds, coincidentally, the meal arrived. The mother and daughter leisurely enjoyed their lunch, had tea to aid digestion, and did not start homeward until the sun was less glaring.

Back home, Old Granny Wu and Old Madam Ding were sunning the bedding in the good weather.

Both were diligent and loved cleanliness. Since the family didn’t return for lunch, they made do with a simple meal.

Seeing the fine weather, they brought out the bedding, set up frames to air it, occasionally beating it to make it more fluffy.

Seeing Old Granny Zhang and Wang Yongzhu return, they hurriedly greeted them: "The lady and the old mistress are back!"

Old Granny Wu immediately moved out the soft couch Song Chongjin specially bought, placing it under the veranda, helping Old Granny Zhang lie down.

Old Madam Ding had already fetched hot water, allowing mother and daughter to wipe their sweat, then replaced it with hot tea, offering plain water to Old Granny Zhang.

Then gathered around to inspect the day’s purchases.

Old Granny Wu, especially talkative, quickly figured out the household dynamics. The old mistress’s daughter was most favored, her words were law, the Scholar Master was very compliant with the Scholar’s Lady, and genuinely filial to the old mistress, his mother-in-law.

Summarizing, the top of this household’s hierarchy was the Scholar’s Lady, followed by the old mistress, with the Scholar Master at the lowest rung.

Thus, she spared no effort in praising Wang Yongzhu in front of Old Granny Zhang, making her smile broadly, giving items from her purchases to Old Granny Wu and Old Madam Ding.

Both women, overjoyed, hurriedly thanked Old Granny Zhang and Wang Yongzhu, then went off to busy themselves with dinner.

That evening, Song Chongjin returned. From outside the yard, he heard lively sounds, and his expression softened involuntarily.

Gu Zikai naturally also heard the commotion, seemingly hearing Wang Yongzhu’s laughter, couldn’t help but glance a bit more, finally holding back: "Brother Song, you’re home! See you tomorrow!"

Song Chongjin pursed his lips, nodded: "Brother Gu, take care! See you tomorrow!" He stood at the gate watching Gu Zikai’s figure turn the corner, then entered the yard.

After dinner, Old Granny Zhang felt much better. At night, Old Granny Wu kept watch, sleeping head to foot with Old Granny Zhang, feeling quite safe.

From the moment he entered, Song Chongjin sensed something off about his lady, suspecting it might be his mother-in-law’s affairs, yet seeing her in good spirits, he guessed there was something else.

Soon enough, back in their room, Yongzhu dropped a bombshell.

Listening to Yongzhu’s recount, Song Chongjin’s usually expressionless face showed anger.

He thought his life was tragic enough, not realizing his mother-in-law’s background wasn’t much better. At least, he knew his birth parents, whereas his mother-in-law still didn’t know hers.

Given her age, her parents were likely long gone. Old Granny Zhang might never know her true background even until her death.

In comparison, his mother-in-law was even more pitiful!

He frowned: "The Zhang Family is truly despicable, their momentary selfishness ruined Mom’s entire life!"

Wang Yongzhu nodded repeatedly: "Exactly! Mom suffered so much because of them! Unknowing was fine, but now we know, we can’t let the Zhang Family off so easily!" fɾeewebnoveℓ.co๓

Song Chongjin also nodded: "Children pay for their parents’ debts. Though the Zhang couple is dead, the Zhang siblings are still around! We can’t let Mom’s suffering go in vain! Moreover, Mom raised them single-handedly. Anyone with a shred of conscience should remember Mom’s kindness, but they treated her like a maid. It’s absolutely unforgivable!"

Wang Yongzhu grabbed Song Chongjin’s shirt: "Seeing Zhang Qiuju today, their life seems quite good now, likely due to business—"

The more Wang Yongzhu thought, the more unpleasant she felt. If she hadn’t arrived, and the Wang Family had perished after those incidents, what would have happened to Old Granny Zhang?

Yet the Zhang family, who harmed Old Granny Zhang, are living well. How can one swallow such injustice?

Song Chongjin understood completely, immediately stating: "I know, don’t worry! Tomorrow, I’ll send someone to investigate!"

Wang Yongzhu finally softened, leaning against Song Chongjin: "Brother Song, Mom suffered for most of her life, only recently enjoying a few good days. I wish she could live peacefully and happily to one hundred years, repaying all her past sufferings!"

Song Chongjin embraced Wang Yongzhu’s waist, kissed her hair, speaking softly: "Don’t worry! Mom is ours. As long as we’re good to her, filial, and give her a few chubby grandsons, her good days are just beginning!"

Wang Yongzhu giggled, pinched Song Chongjin’s waist, saying: "Earlier, I’ve spoken with Shopkeeper Wu. Though he worried it might be a trap and didn’t accept, I imagine he’s already informed Ninth Master Lee. As long as Ninth Master Lee isn’t foolish, he should visit within these days."

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