Rebirth: Solely Cherished by the Devoted Commander

Chapter 179: Chapter 179: The Thief’s Heart Never Dies

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Sun Lijuan was so angry when she heard that she smashed several bowls and refused to eat. She pulled her mother and cried.

"When did I ever have any dealings with a fool like Ding Hu? It’s all that damned Liu Mei’s fault for harming me. Mom, go to Liu Mei’s house and settle the score. I can’t stand it! Make them shut up!"

She didn’t dare go to Liu Mei’s place herself, even though Liu Mei hadn’t said anything when she hit her. But judging by the situation, Ding Hu definitely didn’t succeed. If he had succeeded, things wouldn’t be like this. That bitch Sun Chan managed to escape another crisis! noveldrama

Zhao Xiuxia saw her daughter’s dissatisfied expression and sighed helplessly: "This isn’t something I can just decide on myself! If you ask me, you should just endure it for now. Look at the state of things at home, we’re not doing well. The other day, I even borrowed some money from Liu Mei’s father. Plus, during spring plowing, we have to borrow a cart from Liu Mei’s house. We can’t afford to offend her too much. Besides, if things escalate, won’t your reputation suffer even more? Listen to me, just endure it. After a few days, no one will be talking about it anymore."

Sun Lijuan was naturally unwilling, but she knew things were different now compared to before.

Her uncle’s side didn’t care anymore. Before, Sun Chan could go out and earn some money, whether it was harvesting corn or planting rice; she could make a hundred or eighty yuan, all of which Zhao Xiuxia controlled.

But now who at home is working? Just eating without earning, what can be done about this!

Thinking of this, Sun Lijuan got even angrier: "That cheap Sun Chan, ever since she got that boyfriend, she’s been showing off! She hasn’t even sent us a single yuan, acting like we’re dead!"

Zhao Xiuxia sneered: "Yeah, that shameless woman isn’t much, but she’s skilled at seducing men. And that guy seems pretty wealthy; do you think she’s saved up quite a bit?"

"Why talk about this! No matter how much money it is, it doesn’t concern us. Are you even daring to find her?" Sun Lijuan lay irritably on the bed.

The last incident blew up too much, and almost got to the police station. Zhao Xiuxia didn’t dare to cause any more trouble, but she wasn’t willing to let it go just like that. She thought for a moment and pulled her daughter’s arm.

"Isn’t Gu Junming’s hometown in the village?"

"Yes, I heard before it’s not too far from our village."

"I’ve made up my mind. Let’s inquire and go to Gu Junming’s old home! Their son married my daughter, are we just going to let it be?" Zhao Xiuxia wore an expression of pride, finally thinking of a way to get money.

Even though she agreed with Gu Junming not to ask them for money, it didn’t mean she couldn’t ask his parents for it. Besides, the daughter married into their family, asking for a dowry is reasonable. Once we get the money, even if Gu Junming’s parents tell him, we won’t return it—they can’t kill us, right?

Gu Junming is in the military, he shouldn’t dare to do anything like that.

Sun Lijuan, who had been crestfallen and without hope, perked up upon hearing about a way to get money. She sat up: "Mom, the early bird catches the worm. Let’s go now and get the money; it’ll be done, saving us the trouble in case Gu Junming remembers something and tells others."

"Alright, I’ll get ready and we’ll go!" The mother and daughter donned their cotton jackets, ready to leave.

Who knew that as soon as they stepped out, they ran into Zhou Jinzhu, who was stumbling over while drunk. The mother and daughter felt extremely uncomfortable seeing him and turned to leave, but Zhou Jinzhu sneered and approached.

"Where are you going? Are you the one spreading recent rumors?"

Sun Lijuan gritted her teeth: "It wasn’t me!"

"Let me tell you, Sun Lijuan, even if you shout across the whole village that I slept with you, I still won’t marry you. You’re so ugly, I regret sleeping with you. I’m not marrying you, remember that!"

Without waiting for Sun Lijuan to respond, he turned and walked away.

Sun Lijuan was furious and rushed over to hit him, but Zhao Xiuxia held her tightly by the waist: "Enough! Even if you beat him, does it solve the problem? If this blows up, he can say anything, and you’ll have no choice but to marry him. Are you really willing to be tied to him for a lifetime? Getting the money is what’s important now."

Sun Lijuan thought to herself, "You just wait and see, I won’t let you off easily!" She followed Zhao Xiuxia and left.

Meanwhile, Sun Chan had no idea she was being schemed against again. She was checking accounts with Yang Liu; the fruit sales had been good these days. Sometimes when she was too busy, she asked Yang Liu to help look over things.

Yang Liu was a bit angry with Sun Chan earlier because of Han Dong, but she soon came around and they were as close as before. Watching Sun Chan tidy the account book, counting every piece of change and putting it into her pocket, she smiled.

"Is this for saving?"

"No, this is for stocking up. The savings are already set aside."

Yang Liu said: "Seeing how profitable your business is, I’m envious."

Sun Chan laughed and held her hand: "Don’t worry. Sister Guihua told me that once the hotel develops, she’ll make you the deputy manager. Don’t lose sight of the bigger picture—my fruit stand isn’t worth anything."

"But why don’t you do this too?" Yang Liu was curious, considering she only got to know Sister Guihua through Sun Chan. In terms of closeness, she didn’t compare to Guihua and Sun Chan.

Sun Chan shook her head with a smile: "I’m not suited for business; I just want to earn some pocket money. You’re the clever one; this is for you."

As the two were talking, the hotel door opened and Gu Junming walked in with large strides. He always had a cold expression, but today seemed even more frosty—absolutely terrifying!

Yang Liu was nearly trembling, stood up, said a few words, and ran away.

Sun Chan invited him in, helped him take off his cotton coat, and smiled: "Warm yourself by the fire. Are you upset?"

Gu Junming smiled: "Looks like you were right; he really wants to frame me. If you hadn’t warned me, I’d be in trouble. It’s truly despicable. The tactics used years ago are still being used now!"

Sun Chan patted Gu Junming’s hand; at this moment, words of comfort were unnecessary.

Gu Junming leaned against the side, lost in thought, but never mentioned what actually happened. Sun Chan didn’t ask. The small stove’s flame was bright red, and Sun Chan threw in a few sweet potatoes and found two big potatoes—grilled them, they tasted delicious too.

Gu Junming spoke: "The higher-ups might ask you some things, just tell the truth when the time comes."

Sun Chan looked at him and said: "Is it about that widow?"

"Yes." Gu Junming nodded: "We’re dating, and there’s this rumor; your side will certainly ask questions too."

"I understand; I’ll speak properly and won’t hold you back."