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Chapter 37: Chapter 37: You are Somewhat Useful!
Chapter 37 -37: You are Somewhat Useful!
What she saw at the Zhu Family that day truly widened her horizons.
Hatred for Zhu Zhizhou and the three aunties gnawed at her heart, but even more so, she felt heartache and pity for her future daughter-in-law, Zhu Qianying.
Because of her heartache and pity, she couldn’t help but express her indignation. She spoke bravely and fiercely, and afterwards, she deliberately patted Zhu Qianying’s hand as a show of support and encouragement.
Yan Bo, who had been silently sipping tea by her side, furrowed his brows and tugged at her, “Ah, can’t you change your temperament?”
Lady Yan raised her delicate brows and glared, “Change? How to change? Do we just let Ying’er be bullied by those witches of the Zhu Family?”
Coming from a prestigious official family, Yan Bo, since he was young, was educated in the most orthodox and strict manner. He despised rash actions, but ironically, the woman he fell in love with was a queen who solved problems through violence.
Many years had passed and his love for her had only grown, but he still didn’t agree with some of her ways.
For instance, he couldn’t agree with what she had just said, “Of course not, but you can’t fight violence with violence.”
Lady Yan did not deny that this was fighting violence with violence, but she persisted that this was the best way to deal with those gossipmongers among Zhu’s aunts.
“Why not? Is it useful to reason with those women? Taking direct action is more efficient.”
Zhu Qianying, who was involved in the matter, felt extremely guilty watching the two elders argue over her family affairs, so she quickly got up and served them tea.
“Aunt and Uncle, thank you for your concern. I know how to handle the affairs of our family.”
Young master Yan, who had been watching the commotion from the side, nodded, “That’s right, Mom, what are you worried about? This girl isn’t easy to mess with. Who would dare to bully her?”
Young master Yan believed that he was not easy to mess with, but this girl had crossed his line several times during their confrontations, always finding a way to excuse her actions.
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He trusted his own judgement; this girl, who was more cunning than a fox, would not be defeated by the aunts of the Zhu family even if they joined forces.
“Son, what are you talking about? How is Ying’er not a good person? Are you saying that people who let others force them into submission are good? That’s just stupid. People should resist when they’re bullied, or else the bullies will only become more audacious.”
Lady Yan was very displeased with her son!
“Of course, I’m not saying that Ying’er doesn’t have the ability to protect herself, but that’s only because she has no one to stand up for her. This is different from having a formidable person as her backup. Just like me – how many people dare to bully me? Yet, your father has been steadfastly supporting me all these years.”
No one was more qualified to speak on this matter than Lady Yan.
Zhu Qianying felt extremely touched watching the Yan family quarreling over her.
She got up and walked behind Lady Yan, placing her hands on her shoulders to gently soothe her.
“Aunt, Young Master Yan understands what you’re saying. He’s not refusing to support me, he just knows that I’m not that fragile, and under current circumstances, there’s no need to trouble you to intervene.”
Lady Yan felt somewhat pacified, patted Zhu Qianying’s hand, then glared at her son, “Just as expected, this girl is more considerate than you. Having a son is just a way to irritate oneself.”
Young master Yan glared back, “Tong Xiaohua, if it weren’t for your unruly son, this girl would never have set foot in the Yan Family!”
Prior to visiting, Zhu Qianying had calculated how to deal with the old couple of the Yan Family. After all, she knew nothing about these renowned figures.
She had no knowledge of their preferences or personalities.
The only thing she knew was that they really liked the gifts she gave them.
And their visit to Zhu Family indirectly showed Yan Bo and his parents valued her more than the Zhu Family.
Thus, though she wasn’t sure about many things, there was one thing she was certain of – the Yan family saw her not merely as an expedient tool for marital alliance, but genuinely cared about her as a person.
She cherished the feeling of being valued and didn’t want Lady Yan to have disagreements with Yan Bo because of her.
However, little did she know, the tension between them was actually their normal way of interacting.
So, just when she thought that Lady Yan would be so angry she might start spitting blood, she heard Lady Yan chuckle in front of her.
“Right, at least you are of some use!”
Her tone was now teasing, completely free from the oppressive atmosphere of the previous minute.
Young master Yan also immediately dropped his prickly attitude, “Of course, I am your son!”
Between his words, a touch of pride was evident.
Zhu Qianying had certainly learned something new – a mother and son could interact this way, too.
She originally thought that mother-son relationships were either like her “big brother” and his mother, always clinging to each other as if they were still nursing, or like her “second brother” and his mother, constantly at odds because her mother’s job at the hotel tainted his status as the Second Young Master of the Zhu Family.
“Alright, you two, less of the disgusting chit-chat and let’s eat,” interrupted Mr. Yan.
Zhu Qianying turned around; servants were now bustling in and out of the living room, arranging dishes in the dining room. Uncle Hai was also hurrying towards them – it was indeed time for dinner.
All four of them stood up; the Yan father and son led the way, while Zhu Qianying, holding onto Lady Yan’s arm, followed behind.
“Ying’er, you’re only twenty?”
Lady Yan was, of course, aware that she was only twenty. However, after meeting Zhu Qianying, her perception and understanding of the girl brought up doubts.
“Yes, my birthday is on the Dragon Boat Festival.”
Lady Yan patted her hand, thinking about how someone of her age had to endure discrimination and bullying from the aunts of the Zhu Family, she let out a sigh.
“If your uncle and I had married earlier, our granddaughter would be about your age.”
Zhu Qianying looked up at her and said seriously, “Aunt, you look about the same age as my mom. How could you have a granddaughter my age?”
All women, regardless of their age, love to be praised for looking young and beautiful.
Even Lady Yan was no exception.
“Hahaha, Ying’er, you really know how to flatter. Unlike Xiao Han, who enjoys making a fuss and pricks me now and then.”
Young master Yan, walking ahead, heard his mother badmouthing him and pointed back at Zhu Qianying, “Mom, don’t let her sweet appearance fool you. Her tongue can be quite venomous!”
