I Became a Vicious Supporting Role in the '70s
Chapter 93: Before, I Wanted to Be a Loving Father

Chapter 93: Chapter 93: Before, I Wanted to Be a Loving Father

Shen Meng felt her temples throbbing, her hands trembling as she covered her forehead. She felt dizzy, her vision blurred, and tightness in her chest. She turned to look at Lu Zhenping, whose face was equally gloomy, and felt a slight sense of relief in her heart.

Fortunately, there was someone to share the burden with her, so she wouldn’t be infuriated alone.

She had already said harsh words to Ming Liang last night, but the little boy didn’t take it to heart. She wholeheartedly raised them not to go down the wrong path, and she thought the two children were inclined toward good, but she didn’t expect them to give her such a big surprise.

Lu Zhenping also felt a splitting headache. He hadn’t dared to do such outrageous things even when he was a child; these two rascals really had some nerve!

Seeing the couple’s distressed expressions, Uncle Guai hurriedly tried to mediate.

"Ah, fortunately, their grandfather didn’t take it too hard on them, just scolded them and let them go back. But it’s a bit difficult for Jiaxuan; his wife’s hair looks as if it was chewed by a dog. No wonder Jiaxuan was angry. Moreover, I heard when I came today that Jiaxuan’s wife is pregnant and is making a fuss at home now. What a mess this all is!"

Hearing Uncle Guai’s words, Shen Meng tensed up.

"Uncle Guai, what do you mean it’s difficult for Jiaxuan to handle? What about Mingyang and Ming Liang? Were they beaten? And how did it come to light that it was them?"

Lu Zhenping coughed twice and said: "You might not know how loud it is when an iron pot is smashed. Those two boys were probably caught on the spot."

"Yeah, that’s the case. Jiaxuan did lay his hands on them, but didn’t hit them too hard. Changzhu was protecting them, not letting Jiaxuan go too far."

Shen Meng turned her head and glared at Lu Zhenping, as if he was the one who had beaten the children. No wonder Shen Meng felt annoyed; ever since this man came back home yesterday, there had been endless issues at home—truly aggravating.

"They’ve already been beaten. You can’t beat them again when you get home. After all, these two kids are also feeling pity for their mother. You were so harsh with their grandfather yesterday, and Ming Fang’s hair got pulled out by Jiaxuan’s wife. It’s natural for them to feel angry."

How could Shen Meng not know that these two children truly felt for her and Ming Fang? But that’s exactly why she felt so miserable. Adults should resolve adult issues, children shouldn’t be the ones stepping forward, and she would never let these two children repeat the mistakes of their previous lives.

"We understand, Uncle Guai. Don’t worry about us."

After Lu Zhenping finished speaking, Uncle Guai turned his head and focused on driving the ox-cart. He mentioned these things in advance because he was worried that Lu Jiaxuan would come knocking later; the kids had already been beaten by their parents, and it would be sad if their hearts were hurt too.

Mingyang, Ming Liang, and Ming Fang had relied on each other for so many years. How could the two older brothers stand by and watch their sister be bullied?

As the ox-cart approached their home, the fire in their hearts grew fiercer.

"I think we shouldn’t rush. Rebellion in children is normal. After all, your mother and sister were indeed wronged. Isn’t that right?"

"Mm, I just came back from the military. It’s been two or three years, and I shouldn’t be too harsh. Otherwise, the children won’t be close to me. Military methods don’t apply to children. I always wanted to be a loving father."

The two completed their exchange, and the scene suddenly quieted down. In an unnoticed corner, the hands of the two were tightly clasped.

After they got home, Uncle Guai led the ox away as fast as possible. Although he was worried about Mingyang and Ming Liang, considering that Lu Zhenping was home, he would surely discipline them properly. With his own bunch of troubles at home, it was time for him to head back too.

Lu Zhenping reached out his hand to support Shen Meng, but before he could extend his hand, he saw her, who had been dizzy in the morning, now rushing energetically into the hall like a whirlwind, which unexpectedly reminded him of the scolding Ma Xiang’s little boy received from his wife.

He walked to the entrance of the hall, spotted a broom on the ground, glanced inside the house, and then kicked it far away.

The two sat on stools silently for a while, and Lu Zhenping nervously swallowed as he watched Shen Meng catching her breath on the wooden stool.

Indeed, an angry woman was as terrifying as a tiger.

"It’s not yet time for school to be out. Why don’t you go inside and lie down for a bit? Haven’t you listened to the doctor’s advice that you need to rest more now? Leave the kids’ education to me. You’ve been worrying about it for so many years, let me handle it this time."

"Take my previous words as nonsense. There were many times when I shouldn’t have laid hands on them. Today they really went too far. No matter how excessive your dad and Zhou Jiaojiao were, they are adults, and children should not be the ones to act physically. If they don’t learn a lesson this time, who knows what will happen in the future. I’ll tell you, we must give them a complete childhood—I... will find you a suitable weapon, wait for me."

Lu Zhenping: "..."

That’s a bit too harsh. Education is definitely necessary, but it’s better not to be physical if possible!!!

Shen Meng was furious, and it’s better to give a beating now than face a dire fate later. Zhou Jiaojiao is the female lead, and in this world, perhaps there’s still the halo of the female lead; being someone from a different world, she might not fear such things, but the children may not withstand it.

After she entered the room, she pretended to rummage through boxes and drawers, but actually took out a red box with a star from the space, containing a belted strap.

She came out of the room, placed the box on the table with a stern voice: "Stop trying to be a loving father. This is something I bought for you at the Cooperative Society before, which can be useful now. Go on, show them the authority of being a dad."

Lu Zhenping’s eyebrows twitched, looking at the box on the table. He felt an indescribable emotion surge, opened it, and found a black belt with a silver buckle engraved with a star. It looked stunning.

"Is this specially bought for me? When did you buy it? How come you thought to buy this? Must have been expensive, right?"

"Now is not the time to talk about this. Have you memorized what I told you?"

Lu Zhenping didn’t hear her; his mind and eyes were all on the belt in his hands. Sending a belt, wow, this wasn’t cheap, costing five to six yuan. It felt nice too, seemingly genuine leather, not bad at all.

"Shen Meng, you are a good comrade, a good wife."

"Huh???"

With a smile on his face, Lu Zhenping’s anger from earlier due to the sons had evaporated, leaving no trace. Although the sons were a bit rebellious, after all, the wife was still thoughtful. His previous messy thoughts were indeed a bit overly suspicious.