I Became a Vicious Supporting Role in the '70s
Chapter 169: I’m Just Warm-hearted

Chapter 169: Chapter 169: I’m Just Warm-hearted

Huang Maochun recoiled at the sight of the items laid out before her. She claimed to be seeking death, but how could she actually wish to die? If she truly died, wouldn’t the Lu Family be the ones rejoicing?

"You, when did you prepare all this? This is the Lu Family’s business, is it your place to speak?"

"Seeing how earnestly you’re begging for death, I just prepared these for you. Besides, by family hierarchy, we’re close relatives. Tracing back three generations, we’re from the same family. You should be calling me ’sister-in-law.’ As for closeness, sorry to inform you, but the person engaged to Xiangxiang, right, the tall, handsome, and upright young man, is none other than my little brother. Now, Lu Xiangxiang will be my future sister-in-law, so I do have a say in matters concerning Lu Xiangxiang, hehe!"

Huang Maochun’s face stiffened, her lips turning pale. She dared to confront the Lu Family, but she didn’t dare to cross Shen Meng, who was not someone to be trifled with—neither in the past nor now.

She knew today was the day Lu Xiangxiang was getting engaged. She expected some bride price to be involved, but to her surprise, there were two ox carts loaded with goods. As soon as Lu Xiangxiang’s suitor got off the cart, he started handing out cigarettes and candies. They might not have been the finest, but such a generous act was enough to make others green with envy, especially because it was Guo Xiuxin who had acted as the matchmaker.

This immediately let her know that the family Lu Xiangxiang mentioned must be a good one. As a sister-in-law with a niece getting married, of course, she would want to come over and bask in the festivities. Although their households had split, her in-laws favored the eldest and third son’s families over her own, the second. If she were a few steps late, wouldn’t all the benefits be snatched up by the other two families?

However, she didn’t expect that the person in question would be Shen Meng’s brother. For a moment, Huang Maochun didn’t know how to respond to Shen Meng’s words.

Shen Meng kicked the hemp rope, vegetable knife, and pesticide on the ground.

"Still want to die or not? Don’t know how to use these? I think Uncle Guai’s door frame is a bit too low, hang this rope, and before you even kick the bucket, the frame is bound to collapse. And this knife, so expensive, I just knew you, Mao Chun, would be seeking death, so I specially brought our household’s knife. Everyone knows about Zhenping’s strength; he personally sharpened this blade, which is exceptionally sharp. And this pesticide, I don’t even need to mention it—just a capful is enough to spray several acres of crops, it’s excellent for killing pests. Usual people can’t get their hands on it. Only the village chief and Secretary go through great pains persuading the commune leaders to obtain a bottle. Mao Chun, you’re fortunate, I waved Lu Zhenping’s big banner and only then did the village chief give me a little. Don’t thank me, I’m just a kind-hearted person who likes to help others."

Huang Maochun: "...."

Do you want this ’fortune’ I’m offering you or not, what kind-hearted person? You’re nothing but cruel-hearted!!!

Everyone was stunned into silence by Shen Meng’s words, except for Lu Xingchang, whose face was crimson with anger, glaring at Shen Meng.

"Sister-in-law, what are you implying? Mao Chun is timid, don’t scare her."

Shen Meng’s smile faded as she looked seriously at Lu Xingchang and Huang Maochun.

"Who said I’m scaring her? I just placed these items here. If she used them, I’d be the one left feeling unlucky. Before today, Lu Xiangxiang was just a fellow villager with some connection to our family. From today onwards, she’s going to be my sister-in-law. Whoever wants to bring her misfortune is picking a fight not just with me, Shen Meng, but also with the Shen Family, and the Lu Family. Do you think I’d agree to that?"

Both Lu Xingchang and Huang Maochun didn’t dare to say another word.

Shen Meng’s hand slowly rested on her waist. She had just shouted with a sudden ferocity, displaying great authority, but she felt like an idiot standing with her hands simply dangling. It seemed more imposing to stand with one hand on her hip and the other pointing at someone.

"Director Guo arranged this match. Are you looking down on the Shen Family, my brother, or on Director Guo? That’s why you’re starting to make a fuss just after the engagement, trying to break the marriage and see Director Guo made a fool of, is that it?"

"What are you talking about? We’re not looking down on Director Guo. We just want to..."

Shen Meng glared furiously, and Huang Maochun was immediately rendered speechless.

"Oh~, haha, so you’re looking down on the Shen Family now?"

Huang Maochun and Lu Xingchang stepped back two steps in the face of her intense aura, which was too much for them to bear directly.

"It doesn’t matter if you look down on us; after all, my brother isn’t living with you. As long as he has a good life with Xiangxiang and they’re loving and warm to each other, that’s better than anything else. As for all the trouble you’re causing, it’s none of their business. In the end, the only one who will be angry to death isn’t us or them, it’s just you, hmph!"

Huang Maochun: "...."

This woman is beautiful, and she’s going to be a public official soon, but how can she be so shameless, even more so than me!!!

Zhu Juying pulled Shen Meng and Lu Xiangxiang behind her. She had been watching coldly for so long, just so her Xiangxiang could properly stand up for herself. It seems the girl is still too soft-hearted. She won’t be at ease until Xiangxiang becomes as strong as Xiao Meng.

"Xingchang, Mao Chun, now that the division is done, whatever Xiangxiang does has nothing to do with you. Whatever happens between your father and me is our business. If you live your lives without causing trouble, then you’ll still get your share in the future. But if you keep causing trouble, I will go straight to the village officials and cut off all ties with you. From then on, whatever you become is none of our business."

"How dare you, how can your heart be so cruel, I gave birth to your grandson, I..."

"Whom did you give birth to? That’s your son, not mine. I’m reserving my affection for him as it should be, but if you push me, not only will you get nothing, but neither will he."

Lu Xingchang’s face was filled with sorrow and anger. He trembled as he looked at Zhu Juying, knowing all too well that due to his timid nature, his parents and siblings had suffered grievances, but he had never considered breaking ties with his family, for they were his blood after all!

"Mother, do you really have to be so heartless? Can’t you make some concessions?"

"My child, for the sake of your little family, haven’t your parents, your brother and sister-in-law, your sister, and your brother and sister-in-law given up enough? People can’t be too selfish. Do you really need your father and me to slice our hearts open for you to be satisfied? It’s up to you. Leave now, lead your lives peacefully, and I’ll still consider you my son and daughter-in-law. But if you continue to make trouble, don’t blame me later. This is your last chance."

Huang Maochun realized Zhu Juying was serious, cursed his bad luck, picked up the 50 cents that Lu Xiangxiang threw on the ground, and dragged the teary Lu Xingchang away in a pitiful state.

After everyone had dispersed, Lu Xiangxiang belatedly felt she had been too fierce just now. As she looked at Shen Xiaobin, she was slightly dazed and a bit embarrassed.

Shen Meng found it amusing. She was about to say a few comforting words when she saw her brother gazing at his beloved with bright, shining eyes.

"Xiangxiang, you were so amazing when you were fighting just now. There were several times you almost got overturned, but you pushed back, just like Mingyang would say, um, majestic and valiant."

"Hehe, really?"

Shen Meng: "....."

Two idiots!!!

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