Capítulo 954: Chapter 642: All the Same

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“Sis, I knew you wouldn’t just stand by and watch me get bullied by others…” Wang Meifeng leaned to the side on the kang, and then snuggled back to her original position.

Chuxia and Luo Xiaoqiong both held their foreheads, truly defeated by these two sisters; one was genuinely kind, the other was truly good at pretending…

Words once spoken are like spilled water; though Zhao Qihui realized that Wang Meifeng was pretending earlier, there was no way to regret it now, she could only grit her teeth and swallow her words.

“Sis, Chuxia, Xiaoqiong, I know, you all don’t like me, it’s true, I’m a bit competitive, but do you know why I have this personality?

My father had three brothers. Since I was little, our family wasn’t favored by my grandparents just because my mom bore me, a girl, first.

Later, when my brother Jinsong was born, my grandparents finally showed some smiles to my parents, but their attitude towards me remained the same.

At that time, I was already sensible and understood why they treated us differently. I thought, when I grow up, I must make something of myself, to make them regret misjudging me.

However, as I really grew up, I clearly understood that being a rural girl, wanting to stand out isn’t an easy task.

I couldn’t rely on the relatives from my dad’s side, so I placed my hopes on the relatives from my mom’s side. I knew only my second aunt could help me, so I was particularly close to her.

In fact, my second aunt indeed fulfilled all I wanted, first introducing me to Qiang Junjie, then arranging for me to become a private teacher.

I once thought all my wishes were fulfilled, that I could finally make my grandparents regret not valuing me. But, reality proved I was still too naive.

Qiang Junjie was willing to be with me because he needed help from my uncle-in-law, and now, with better support, he’s starting to distance himself.

Being a private teacher is still being a private teacher; those who graduate from normal schools are more valued even if my teaching results are as good as theirs. They still look down on me.

I realized, to truly stand out and make others look at me differently, I can only rely on my own efforts to be more secure.

I admit, Chuxia’s favorable marriage stimulated me; I always thought I was more capable and mature than Chuxia and not less attractive than her. So why did she get ahead and look down on me?

But later, I understood, everyone has their own fate; Chuxia’s fate is better than mine. If I resent that, I will only live worse.

But Chuxia, I also want to advise you, relying on others is not as good as relying on yourself; if you don’t work hard, you will regret it one day.

My current goal is to work hard to get into a normal school, become a formally certified teacher, marry a man who genuinely likes me and is well-off, and live my own happy life.”

Wang Meifeng actively brought up these things, which took Chuxia and Zhao Qihui by surprise. In their impression, Wang Meifeng was someone who only flaunted and never admitted any shortcomings.

“Listening to me say these things, feels incredible, right?” Wang Meifeng spread her hands, “That’s because I’ve really figured it out, understanding what I should live for.

Sis, I know, after you agreed earlier, you regretted it, you think I’m playing mind games and using you. You’re right, I played mind games, but I’m not using you.

I think two people working together is better than one thinking alone; there are some questions you can teach me, and some I can surely help you with. Our joint review efforts will definitely be better than studying alone.

My previous personality wasn’t good, quite selfish; of course, I’m not much more selfless now, but regarding college exams, I don’t think dragging you down benefits me a lot. If we both get in, it will make people look up to our family more, which is advantageous for you, me, and our family, and I have no reason to refuse such benefits.”

Zhao Qihui let out a long breath and smiled, “Alright, let’s work hard together.”

Wang Meifeng looked at Chuxia, “Our bet is off.”

“Second sis, how come I feel you’ve suddenly become enlightened?” Chuxia looked at her incredulously, “Really figured it out?”

Wang Meifeng glared at her, “Go away, what enlightened, saying it like I’m becoming a nun. It’s just that I’ve gone through a lot and understood more.”