Chapter 106 - Chapter 106: Chapter 106: A Bit Strange (1/2)
Chapter 106: Chapter 106: A Bit Strange
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Jiang Chunlan’s lips moved a few times, as she considered saying she wanted to stay, but she didn’t utter the words. Not only did Yang Juxiang understand her daughter, but Jiang Chunlan also understood her mother – her mother’s attitude clearly showed she wouldn’t be willing to let her stay. Yet, she was truly unwilling to give in. If she held this resentment and returned home, she would be suffocated by it.
Thoughts of what her third cousin’s wife had said bubbled up in Jiang Chunlan’s mind. She was really out of ideas now, and perhaps, just maybe, her third cousin’s wife might have some suggestions.
“Chunlan, you’re here! Come, have a seat. I heard you were leaving tomorrow, and I was just thinking of saying goodbye to you. You know my situation; I’m not well-liked in this family. I won’t be able to see you off tomorrow. Being disliked, let’s take this time to chat a little more,” she said.
“Third cousin’s wife, I don’t want to go back, but my mother is determined, and I just can’t bring myself to talk to her about it. Even if I did, she wouldn’t agree. Cousin-in-law, you always have ideas, please help me think of something. I really can’t stand the thought of going back just like this,” Jiang Chunlan said while affectionately shaking Mrs. Wang’s arm, completely unaware of the brief flicker of disdain and aversion in Mrs. Wang’s eyes. But Jiang Chunlan’s words struck right at what Mrs. Wang had in mind.
“All right, stop acting like a spoiled child, it’s embarrassing. If you really don’t want to go back, I’ll think of something for you,” Mrs. Wang replied, going along with Jiang Chunlan’s plea, looking very much like an affectionate older sister indulging her younger sibling.
“That’s great! So, you really have a way, third cousin’s wife? Now I don’t have to worry anymore,” an excited Jiang Chunlan almost hugged Mrs. Wang’s arm again but was avoided by Mrs. Wang. Chunlan was surprised at first but then assumed her cousin-in-law must have dodged because she was pregnant, and such actions were not suitable.
“Chunlan, as you know, I’m pregnant, so I need to be careful. Don’t take it to heart, okay?”
“It’s fine, I don’t mind at all. Please tell me, third cousin’s wife, what do I need to do to stay? I think my mother is really resolved this time. She’s just scared of Su Wenyue, that fox, because of her mother’s family’s powerful background. As for me, I don’t think there’s anything so impressive about the Su family. I’ve targeted Su Wenyue before, and I never saw her do anything to me,” Jiang Chunlan said proudly, having observed how people from the main house fawned over Su Wenyue and seemingly taking pride in giving Su Wenyue a hard time.
“Have you really thought this through about staying? What your aunt said is not wrong; the Su family truly isn’t one we can afford to offend. My mother’s family is in this mess because of Su Wenyue. I advise you not to oppose Su Wenyue. One must accept their fate. I didn’t accept mine in the past, and that’s why I’ve ended up in such an awkward position in the Han family, unable to speak freely; otherwise, I wouldn’t have just stood by and watched Su Wenyue bully you,” said Mrs. Wang with a sigh, her hand sorrowfully caressing her slightly protruding stomach. Although her words seemed to be advice, they were clearly inciting Jiang Chunlan’s anger.
“Don’t be so disheartened, third cousin’s wife. I refuse to believe Su Wenyue could keep acting so arrogantly. Stop talking so negatively, just tell me what I need to do to stay here,” Jiang Chunlan urged.
“Well, okay. Since you’ve decided on this, I’ll think of a way for you, but it might involve some hardship. Are you sure you want to do this?” Mrs. Wang still seemed somewhat hesitant.
“Cousin-in-law, I’ve made up my mind, please teach me. Don’t hesitate any longer, I must stay,” said Jiang Chunlan, her resolve fortified by Mrs. Wang’s hesitation, sweeping away the last of her uncertainties.