Transmigration: On the Gossip Front-Chapter 976 - 977 Countryside Orphan Girl 21

Grandpa Jiang and Grandma Jiang came to the courtyard house overnight again, standing at the entrance of Zhang Family, feeling bitter inside.

They had never regarded Zhang Family highly before, thinking to themselves, how good could a family supported by a husband really be?

After Liu Hong’s death, they knew Jiang Family would definitely make a move, but they hadn’t expected Zhang Yu would erupt so directly.

Liu Yuanchao saw Grandpa Jiang and Grandma Jiang and joyfully greeted them. Earlier today, when he went to Jiang Family, he found only Jiang Xin and his brother at home, while the elderly couple wasn’t there.

He hadn’t anticipated that they would show up at Zhang Family. Liu Yuanchao wondered if they came here to negotiate with Zhang Yu?

If he hadn’t seen this, he would’ve missed such a good opportunity. Now he absolutely couldn’t miss it; he decided to negotiate along with Jiang Family.

"Hello, Grandpa Jiang and Grandma Jiang."

"Are you here to discuss something with Zhang Yu?" Liu Yuanchao asked softly.

The elderly couple of Jiang Family frowned upon seeing Liu Yuanchao; honestly, they found him quite annoying. "We have some matters to discuss with Zhang Yu. If you have any issues, talk later," Grandpa Jiang declined tactfully.

Grandpa Jiang directly refused, "We have our own matters to talk about; you’re not suitable to join."

"Your Liu Family has too many people who’ve caused trouble." Grandpa Jiang instantly saw through Liu Yuanchao’s intent.

"Your old man sent you to find me, hoping I’d show mercy because of Liu Jia’s connection."

"This time, my son is completely innocent, yet your Liu Family plotted against him. I didn’t ask for compensation from Liu Family, and that’s already lenient enough," Grandpa Jiang said angrily.

"Go back and tell Old Liu that if he keeps pushing, Liu Jia will no longer be the daughter-in-law of Jiang Family," Grandpa Jiang snarled.

Liu Yuanchao hadn’t expected Grandpa Jiang to speak so bluntly, leaving him stunned.

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The thin-skinned Liu Yuanchao had no choice but to leave. Feng Lan noticed he’d hit a figurative wall and snorted, "How could Grandpa Jiang not see through your little schemes?"

Liu Yuanchao glanced at Feng Lan briefly but didn’t respond, turning straight back to his room.

He originally thought Feng Lan would vent her anger at the old man and revert to her usual self afterward.

Unexpectedly, she directly went to the police station this time, stirring up trouble, accusing the old man of favoritism toward his eldest son.

This behavior infuriated the image-conscious old man to the verge of collapse. As for Wang Pandi stepping forward, Feng Lan entirely disregarded them both, calling the opposing party a thief when cornered.

Soon enough, after such chaotic drama, Liu Dashan and his wife fell silent. Even Wang Qiang and his wife wanted to silence Feng Lan, but she easily overpowered them.

Liu Yuanchao couldn’t understand why Feng Lan suddenly turned this way. Was it really because of the old man being jailed?

Feng Lan didn’t bother mocking Liu Yuanchao as he retreated back into his room; she was clearly focused on monitoring Zhang Yu and her family.

"Son, do you think Jiang Dawei can get out?" Feng Lan asked. She knew the elderly couple from Jiang Family had come again, indicating they were probably ready to compromise.

"Throw money at the problem."

"Our Old Liu Family doesn’t have money, but Jiang Family does. They definitely wouldn’t let their only son end up in trouble," Liu Ke remarked enviously about Jiang Dawei.

If he had the kind of environment Jiang Dawei grew up in, he’d surely be even more successful.

Seeing Liu Yuanchao leave, Grandpa Jiang and Grandma Jiang couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief; this time, they absolutely had no intention of saving Liu Family. Frankly, they wished the whole Liu Family would be jailed and reeducated.

Zhang Yu met them as they entered the house. "You’re here." Without addressing them as grandpa or grandma, she simply and calmly invited them to sit.

This cold attitude from Zhang Yu deeply hurt Grandpa Jiang and Grandma Jiang.

Especially Grandpa Jiang, who, due to his age and position, was usually greeted warmly wherever he went.

Zhang Yu noticed their discomfort and scoffed, "Feeling unhappy already over just this?"

"Let’s cut to the chase," Li Cui spoke up, "You know very well what your son and daughter-in-law did; it’s not just excessive—it’s downright outrageous."

"They’ve acted worse than animals." Li Cui gave her judgment outright.

Grandpa Jiang originally thought Zhang Yu would take the lead, as he’d always observed her acting in the forefront.

Most of their strategies for this discussion had been focused on dealing with Zhang Yu, but upon arriving, it turned out Li Cui was calling the shots.

This realization rendered their planned strategies useless. What now?

The elderly couple exchanged glances. Since they were already here, they had no choice but to tough it out.

"It’s all Liu Jia’s fault," said Old Madam Jiang, "You understand, old lady—our Jiang Family has no need to scheme against people."

Li Cui chuckled. "Liu Jia is your daughter-in-law; how does she have nothing to do with Jiang Family?"

"Others have said it; if it weren’t for your son Jiang Dawei stepping in, there wouldn’t be any consideration for Liu Jia at all."

"I don’t care whether Jiang Family schemes or not. What I do know is you’ve schemed against my family."

Li Cui showed poise as Zhang Yu quietly chuckled to herself on the side. Not bad—Grandma’s combat prowess was impressive.

"You can’t say she’s just Liu Family’s woman. She’s been a part of Jiang Family for years; it’s impossible for Jiang Family not to have influenced her."

"And moreover, if you believe your precious son is innocent, why don’t you go to the police station and tell them yourselves that your son is blameless?"

"In that case, don’t come to me." Li Cui shut them down definitively. Denying Jiang Dawei’s wrongdoing—did they think they could escape responsibility?

Old Madam Jiang hadn’t expected Li Cui to be so fierce, and it scared her speechless.

Now Grandpa Jiang finally understood that this issue wasn’t just complicated; if they didn’t handle it carefully, it could completely fall apart.

Realizing Li Cui was no pushover, he stopped trying to argue. He made up his mind—they wouldn’t be able to avoid interacting with Zhang Yu forever.

Within the supply and cooperative system, he had a wide network of contacts—relatives, friends, and classmates. He was confident Zhang Yu couldn’t completely avoid this system for the rest of her life.

"Five hundred. Write a reconciliation letter," Grandpa Jiang proposed abruptly, naming a large sum to settle the matter.

Five hundred? Li Cui knew the elderly Jiang couple would spare no expense for Jiang Dawei’s future.

Even with all her mental preparation, she was still shocked by the amount.

Five hundred—it was no small sum. Li Cui quickly steadied herself, "Generous, aren’t you?"

"Your son’s charges could easily earn him a few years in prison. Once he’s out, don’t even think about a job. Even if you pull strings, are you sure you can still find him work?"

"And Liu Jia—she’s still your daughter-in-law. You won’t help her?"

If Jiang Dawei got out, the Jiang couple likely wouldn’t care about Liu Jia anymore. And while she might be a troublemaker, her destructive power outside was formidable.