Chapter 1528 - 1487: The Evil Mother-in-law Arrives 14
Chapter 1528: Chapter 1487: The Evil Mother-in-law Arrives 14
Anning told Xi Jingchen and Xia Man about her plans to get married, meanwhile, Xiao Yuan was also discussing this matter with his son Xiao Zhe’s family.
He specifically called to have Xiao Zhe’s family of four come back home.
Xiao Tong was the first to return.
After all, Xiao Tong understood that her only support in this family was Xiao Yuan. If she didn’t please Xiao Yuan, she would have nowhere to stand. Before her wings matured, she must and certainly had to please Xiao Yuan.
Upon entering, Xiao Tong greeted Xiao Yuan, "Grandpa, I’m back."
"Have a seat."
Xiao Yuan pointed to the sofa beside him.
As for Xiao Tong, Xiao Yuan didn’t really like her.
This girl had a bad nature; she was selfish and cruel. After obtaining the original body’s memories, he didn’t think much of her behavior. Now, facing Xiao Tong, his expression was indifferent.
He glanced at Xiao Tong a few times, then lowered his head to read the newspaper.
Xiao Tong sat quietly on the side, not daring to speak.
A little later, Xiao Zhe came back with Li Wanping and Xiao Zhang.
Seeing everyone had arrived, Xiao Yuan loudly said, "Xiao Li, serve the meal."
Once the food was on the table, Xiao Zhe asked Xiao Yuan, "Dad, why did you call us back?"
Xiao Yuan stood up, "Let’s eat first, we’ll talk after the meal."
So, the five gathered to eat. After the meal, the family sat back on the living room sofa, and Xiao Yuan solemnly said to Xiao Zhe, "I called you here today to tell you something."
"Dad, please go ahead," said Xiao Zhe, accompanied by a smile.
Xiao Yuan looked at the expressions on the family of four and suddenly laughed, "It’s nothing major, just that I’ve decided to get married."
"What?"
This statement stunned Xiao Zhe’s family.
Especially Xiao Zhe, whose face changed instantly, "Dad, you must be joking. Married? At your age, why get married? Aren’t you aware you..."
Before he could finish, Xiao Yuan slammed the table, "I’m informing you, not seeking your approval. So what if I’m old? I can’t get married? Who dictates that? Or is it that I need your support? Am I asking you for money for my marriage? I built this family business by myself, I have money to support myself and a wife. I don’t need your consent."
Xiao Zhe wanted to say something, but Xiao Tong laughed first, "Grandpa, you’re right. Wanting to get married is your own business, and I certainly support it."
Xiao Tong had opposed Xiao Zhe for years; whatever Xiao Zhe didn’t like, she would support.
Xiao Zhe’s face looked as if he had swallowed several flies, "I’m... at my age, and you’re finding me a stepmother. People will laugh at me out there."
Xiao Yuan sneered, "When you wanted to marry Li Wanping, I didn’t say anything. Now that I want to marry, you have all sorts of objections. If you don’t like me finding a stepmother, you can move out, and you won’t have to see it; out of sight, out of mind."
"I..."
Xiao Zhe wanted to say something, but Xiao Yuan raised his hand, "If you really don’t want it, you can completely sever ties with me, and I won’t be your father anymore, and you won’t be my son. I won’t need you for old-age support, nor will you have to show any respect to my wife, is that okay?"
"Dad, that’s not what I meant."
Xiao Yuan’s words hit Xiao Zhe’s weak spot, frightening him, and he hurried to explain, "I was just shocked, actually, marrying could be good, having someone who cares for you, but Dad, does she truly love you, or is it for your money? Perhaps we should set up a prenuptial agreement?"
These words truly infuriated Xiao Yuan.
He paid no heed to how old Xiao Zhe was, raising his hand to slap him across the face.
Xiao Zhe, hit, was momentarily stunned and only after a while covered his face, suppressing the anger in his eyes, "Dad, you’re hitting me for a woman who might be after something?"
"I’m hitting you indeed."
Xiao Yuan stood up, pointing and scolding Xiao Zhe, "Do you think I’m like you? Unable to see through people with that pig brain of yours. You think your father is also a pig, damn it, I’ve been working hard since before I was twenty, and now I have built such a business empire. Do you think I can’t distinguish between true and false feelings? You ask what she’s after; I’ll tell you, she’s after my charm, my good looks, and even now, I’m the handsomest old man. She’s also after the affection between us."
Xiao Zhe genuinely wanted to cry. His father left no room for him, trampling on his dignity in front of the younger generation.
Xiao Yuan didn’t care how aggrieved he was, continuing to scold, "When you wanted to marry Li Wanping, did I ever ask what she saw in you? Do you think you’re so great, living off others at your age? You’re just a waste, so what did Li Wanping see in you?"
As he spoke, Xiao Yuan scrutinized Xiao Zhe, "Your average looks? Your middle-aged paunch, your beer gut, your bad breath, or your infidelity? Bah, none of it compares to me. What right do you have to question me?"
Xiao Tong sat on the side holding back laughter, almost losing it.
She thought it was extremely satisfying.
Xiao Zhe, such a person should be scolded and insulted, trampled so mercilessly.
Xiao Zhang was a bit worried; seeing the situation was getting out of hand, he quickly intervened, "Grandpa, my dad didn’t mean that. He was just concerned about you; his words may sound bad, but his intentions are sincere."
Xiao Yuan looked at Xiao Zhang, then sat down grumpily.
Xiao Zhang spoke a few kind words to Xiao Zhe, giving him a step down.
After a while, Xiao Yuan sighed, "Alright, don’t dwell on those irrelevant things, forget about any prenuptial agreements. I’m telling you, my wife isn’t like Li Wanping, who came to the Xiao family with nothing. My wife is bringing a generous dowry; do you think she cares about our Xiao family’s wealth?"
This statement surprised Xiao Zhe’s whole family again.
Xiao Zhang curiously asked, "Grandpa, which noble family does my stepmother come from?"
Xiao Yuan leaned back on the sofa, boastfully, "She comes from an old noble family in the Capital. Although they moved after some events, they say a skinny camel is bigger than a horse. Even though her family has kept a low profile over the years, their assets are abundant. Just their antique arts and jewelry alone are considerable wealth."
With that being the case, Xiao Zhe certainly no longer opposed.
Since the woman had plenty of money, marrying into didn’t involve spending the Xiao family’s money, so why oppose and displease the old man? Better to accept with joy, at least it could gain the old man’s favor.
"Congratulations, Dad."
Xiao Zhe shamelessly moved closer, "Dad, when will our families meet? I haven’t even met my stepmother yet."
"In a couple of days."
Xiao Yuan waved his hand, "Alright, that’s all. You’ve heard everything, now go, return to what you were doing."
Xiao Zhe walked out cheerfully, contemplating whether he should later try to win favor with the stepmother to gain some advantages from her.
Until much, much later, Xiao Zhe really wanted to give his current self a few slaps. He realized he was a fool, and because he was fooled by Xiao Yuan today, he ended up having nothing in the future.