CHAPTER 99: CHAPTER 99: JOINT ACTION AGAINST QIN HONGMEI

This Luo Xuhua is much more formidable than Qin Hongmei. If these two really join forces, it would indeed be a big problem.

Luo Xuhua asked one sharp question after another, leaving the couple speechless and feeling guilty and conflicted.

A fly doesn’t bite a seamless egg. Each of Luo Xuhua’s questions aimed at creating a gap between the couple. Without him having to ’bite’, they might compromise on their own.

"I haven’t repaid the kindness of Dad and Mom yet, so I won’t get married," Beisitian had to speak up.

Because Beisitian spoke so firmly, Luo Xuhua’s gaze fell on her.

"Brother, you weren’t here when I arrived. Actually, I was bought by Mom and Dad," Beisitian said.

Luo Xuhua was taken aback, "What do you mean?"

"My dad is Beidewang, as you should know. I have a stepmother, which I assume you’re also aware of."

Luo Xuhua nodded. He knew these things and even felt a kindred spirit with this little girl back then, both having a stepmother.

"My stepmother wanted to marry me off to an old man, that Wang Laizi from the neighboring village. If Mom and Dad hadn’t bought me for double the price, I might have jumped into the river by now," Beisitian said.

Luo Xuhua was moved; he really didn’t know about this. At that time, he had already run away from Kao Village.

"So until I have repaid my debt of gratitude, I won’t get married," Beisitian said, offering no further explanation.

Luo Anguo and Mrs. Qin were also moved, seeing how genuinely she spoke. This child was certainly a person of character.

"I understand what you mean," Luo Xuhua smiled, "I came this time to see what Sitiang thinks. Actually, I’ve been hiding it from Uncle and Aunt. I’ve already gotten married out there."

Even Beisitian was surprised by his words.

"What? Huazi, you’re already married? Where’s your wife, why didn’t you bring her back?" Mrs. Qin was obviously somewhat disbelieving.

"Aunt, when have I ever lied to you? It’s just that this time the road was a bit far, so I came back to take a look first," Luo Xuhua laughed.

"Huazi, tell your uncle the truth, is it really true?" Luo Anguo also didn’t believe him.

"Of course, it’s true!" Luo Xuhua said, half laughing and half crying.

Beisitian looked at Luo Xuhua, recalling past events, and felt a hunch arise within her heart.

"Then what did Brother mean by those words earlier?" Beisitian asked.

"Nothing special. I just wanted to see what you all thought. These problems do exist and can’t be denied. If there can be a proper solution, that would be great," Luo Xuhua said.

Beisitian looked at Luo Xuhua and suddenly asked, "Is Brother going to leave?"

When she asked this, Luo Anguo and Mrs. Qin were taken aback and looked at Luo Xuhua.

Luo Xuhua glanced at Beisitian with a slight surprise, obviously not expecting her to be so perceptive.

"Yes, I’ve been out for over half a month now, it’s time to go back." Luo Xuhua admitted, "Apart from missing my dad, I also worry about Uncle and Aunt. Qin Hongmei’s intentions definitely aren’t good for Sitiang and you two. If a way can’t be found to resolve it, she will definitely cause more trouble."

Leaving without settling things would not bring peace of mind.

Luo Xuhua’s words brought a relieved exchange of glances between Mrs. Qin and Luo Anguo. At least Luo Xuhua wasn’t conspiring with Qin Hongmei; otherwise, all the goodness shown to this child before would have been in vain.

After all, Luo Xuhua could not actually marry Beisitian. Not to mention he has a family; even if he didn’t, he couldn’t marry Beisitian—she is his brother’s wife, even if no formal wedding feast has been held, there’s no way to do such a thing.

Qin Hongmei came up with this idea, she doesn’t mind after all. Being a stepmother, she isn’t afraid of being gossiped about, but Luo Anguo and Mrs. Qin would be talked about for a lifetime, and Luo Anping would never lift his head again.

"As long as it’s not your idea, there’s no need to worry. Little Tian’er said she’ll handle it," Mrs. Qin sighed in relief, regaining her will to work, and picked up the braids to continue her task.

This time it was Luo Xuhua’s turn to be amazed. He glanced at Luo Anguo, seeing no rebuttal from him, and was even more surprised. They actually had such confidence in Beisitian!

"Why?" Luo Xuhua couldn’t help but ask.

"Why what?" The two looked up, not understanding the purpose of his question.

Luo Xuhua smiled wryly at Beisitian.

Beisitian smiled but did not directly answer. She looked at Mrs. Qin and said, "Mom’s eyes were ruined by Qin Hongmei. There’s no hiding this from Brother anymore. This debt was originally meant to be settled once her eyes healed, but it seems we can’t wait any longer."

Luo Xuhua’s face darkened, and upon careful inquiry, he learned of past events, feeling shocked and chilled in his heart. That wicked woman not only schemed against him!

Just because Mrs. Qin introduced his parents to each other, Qin Hongmei bore a grudge and blinded Mrs. Qin!

A person committing such acts without any scruples is truly hateful and terrifying!

With such a woman beside his father, if she harbored any ulterior motives... Just the thought of it made Luo Xuhua unwilling to leave, feeling uneasy about even the possibility of receiving bad news someday.

"What do you plan to do?" Luo Xuhua asked.

Beisitian looked up at him, "Expose her true colors."

At Luo’s house.

Qin Hongmei had been waiting for Luo Xuhua to return. Seeing him come back with his head down, she knew from his dejected look that he hadn’t succeeded—which she had expected. If he could have persuaded that mule Luo Anguo, he wouldn’t be so old without having married a wife.

"What did they say?" Qin Hongmei moved closer.

Luo Xuhua shook his head, "My second uncle absolutely refuses, but that Little Tian’er girl seems a bit tempted."

"Little Tian’er seems a bit tempted?" Qin Hongmei was greatly surprised, but then understood. No woman would want to remain a spinster or a widow all her life.

Qin Hongmei was secretly annoyed. If she had known, she would have targeted Beisitian directly. She had always thought this girl was too troublesome before, only to find it’s because she lacked a man!

With her slightly sordid thinking, Qin Hongmei smiled and felt increasingly pleased, even looking at Luo Xuhua with a bit more satisfaction.

"Let me have a chat with Little Tian’er, and see if she can persuade my uncle and aunt. Maybe it’ll work," Luo Xuhua said.

It would take some time for Luo Xuhua to convince Beisitian and then for Beisitian to persuade the couple, regardless of whether she could sway them.

Qin Hongmei couldn’t wait that long; she eagerly wished for Luo Xuhua to hurry up and leave, and for Beisitian to quickly hand over her monthly salary, so she could live a life of luxury!

"Don’t bother with this nonsense. This afternoon, I’ll find some time to talk to Little Tian’er myself," Qin Hongmei said as she continued to scatter chicken feed, pondering how to approach the topic properly.