"Why do my parents have to give away the money they earned so they can eat and dress well? Why does my cousin get to have a room of his own, while I have to squeeze into a small room with my parents? Why? I’m living worse than the beggars on the street." Despite his young age, Hu Dong was impulsive. Agreeing with Grandma’s view, he pointed at the Old Fish Woman and questioned her, his eyes red with anger.
"Your big brother is getting married; of course, he needs to eat and dress well and be nourished, so he can give me a great-grandchild in the future. You’re still young, your parents can earn money, don’t worry about your share."
"It’s all lies, Grandma, I’m fourteen this year. Don’t think I don’t know. All the money my parents earn is taken by you and given to my uncle’s family. My dad is also your son. Why do you treat us ?"
"What do you know? Your dad’s job was given to him by your uncle in the first place, you know your uncle has had a hard time these years... your dad helping your uncle is the right thing to do." When the Old Fish Woman talked about her eldest son, she wore a face that seemed like he had suffered a lot over the years.
"Mom, what are you talking about? I took over Dad’s position because Big Brother didn’t have the capability, and I was suitable for it, so the job was given to me. Moreover, Big Brother and Sister-in-law were working at the food factory back then. My dad asked them, but they didn’t want to leave the food factory. At that time, you couldn’t get enough to eat, and working at the food factory would bring benefits. They thought the job Dad offered was too tough and refused to go. Besides, whatever Big Brother has now, he got because of his own abilities.
No one expected that over the years, Mom and Big Brother would develop such ideas. "The family won’t be divided, divorce if you want. We don’t care about this worn-out shoe in our family. My son has a job, has a salary, has a house, and won’t have trouble finding a good partner." The Old Fish Woman said indifferently.
Han Ying pointed at the Old Fish Woman angrily and said to Hu Bin, "See? This is your own mother. Hu Bin, I’m spelling it out for you today. I’m taking Xiaoqing away. My daughter also has a job, a salary, although she’s middle-aged, her looks are top-notch for her age. Leaving your family, we won’t have trouble finding a match. Even if Xiaoqing doesn’t want to marry, our Xiao Yi is also capable and already started a family, Xiaoqing will soon be a grandma, and we will be surrounded by children and grandchildren, not worrying about having a good life in the future." Saying this, she grabbed Shen Qing’s hand and started to walk away.
Hu Bin was filled with shame by his mother-in-law’s words, but he knew what his mother-in-law said this time was true. "Mom, don’t be mad. Xiaoqing, you go home with Mom first. I’ll handle things at home and give you an explanation. I’ll come to pick you up in a few days, and I won’t let you suffer any more injustice. This time... no matter what, we must divide the household."
Shen Qing looked at Hu Bin reluctantly, seeing her mother’s discontented expression, she kept her head down and followed her mom home.
Today, when her elder brother hit, she finally made up her mind. Although her son and daughter are obedient, and Hu Bin treats her well, the people at home are too excessive. Hu Bin is good in every aspect, except his temperament is too soft. She’s had enough of enduring all these years.
"Grandma, I don’t want to stay in this family, I want to go with my mom." Hu Dong hurried to run up and hold Shen Qing once he saw Mom leaving, asking his Grandma.
"Alright, alright, your Grandma doesn’t love you, but I do. If you and your sister want to go with your mom, then go with her. Our family can support you. Let’s go home." Han Ying was distressed for her grandchildren.
Hu Lijuan, standing there, was happy. She quickly wiped her tears and looked at Lin Wan. Seeing Lin Wan’s face was calm, she happily followed.