They've all separated, so what does it matter to me if they get poorer and poorer?

Chapter 249 It's Our Turn
Liang Lizheng said to Xu Zhichun, "Zhichun, I understand the principle that a good woman shouldn't marry into two families. Those words were just polite words spoken in front of Master Qin. You value Xiaoman so much, and Xiaoman has agreed to help you manage the estate, so she will definitely go to your place. If that kid dares to go back on his word and become a treacherous opportunist, I'll break his legs!"

Between managing a farm and learning from the accountant in a wealthy family like the Qin family, where Master Qin would personally oversee things, everyone knows which is the better choice.

Xu Zhichun was both amused and exasperated by the village head's analogy. After thinking for a moment, she said, "Village head, it wouldn't be good if Xiaoman's future was delayed because of my small farm. Xiaoman is still young, and such a good opportunity is in front of him. He will definitely have a bright future. Let him go to the Qin family's trading company. Otherwise, he will regret it later. It will be a waste of his life, and I will feel terrible about it."

"this--"

"I'm fine. It's easy to find a junior manager. Even if we can't find a suitable one right away, it's okay."

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Liang was in a dilemma.

He sighed, "Zhichun, what can your uncle say?"

He was naturally more concerned about his eldest grandson's future than anyone else.

That's exactly what Xu Zhichun meant. If you lose your bright future, you'll regret it for the rest of your life, and that feeling will definitely be unpleasant.

But going back on one's word is too unfair to Zhichun.

Liang Lizheng was torn between two conflicting thoughts, but finally hardened his heart and said, "No, let that kid go and help you. If it weren't for you, who knows what would have happened to him right now. We can't forget the pain once the wound has healed, and we can't try to have everything. That's not how it works."

We should be grateful and cherish our blessings.

With this in mind, Liang Lizheng felt at ease and his mind became clear.

But Xu Zhichun refused.

Being a manager is a long-term commitment, and she wants to cultivate a capable and independent manager. If Xiaoman is filled with regret, it will inevitably breed resentment over time. Resentment accumulates over the years and will eventually explode.

It won't look good then.

She felt regretful about losing a manager, but if she couldn't accept it willingly, she might as well let go and let things go.

Actually, Liang Mingsong, the second brother, is quite good; he'd be suitable to be a manager of the estate. But his wife, Zhao, is no pushover, so no matter how good Liang Mingsong is, Xu Zhichun doesn't dare ask him for help.

The two argued back and forth, neither able to convince the other, until Xu Zhichun finally had to propose a compromise: let Xiaoman decide for herself.

Liang Lizheng nodded reluctantly, thinking to himself that he would give his eldest grandson a good scolding when he got back. How could his grandson possibly disobey his grandfather?

Xu Zhichun: "Uncle Lizheng, you can't ask Xiaoman for anything. You have to let Xiaoman think about it herself."

Liang Lizheng: "."

Liang Mingliang was laughing loudly beside him when his father slapped him on the head, saying, "You're always acting stupid!"

Back in the village, Xu Zhichun simply went with them to the village head's house.

The whole family stayed home today, waiting for them to come back, feeling quite anxious and uneasy.

"It's back, it's back!"

"So? What did the Qin family say?"

"Is Xiaoman feeling aggrieved now?"

"Old man, you're really making me anxious! Tell me quickly!"

"It's alright, it's alright, let me catch my breath!"

Liang Lizheng stared wide-eyed, while Liang Minghai, Liang Mingliang, Xiao Yan, and Xu Zhichun all wore smiles, looking cheerful and happy. The whole family believed it and breathed a sigh of relief.

"Okay, okay, that's good!"

"I was so worried for ages, poor Xiaoman."

None of them mentioned the initial unpleasantness. Master Qin was very sincere, and Liang Lizheng immediately stated that the matter was over and they wouldn't say anything, only expressing their gratitude. He later instructed Liang Mingliang and the others not to tell anyone. After all, Qin Xiuhe's outburst was a family scandal for the Qin family.

Who wants their family scandals aired in public?

The matter was resolved satisfactorily, and Xiaoman was given a bright future. Aunt Liang and Liu were both surprised and delighted, their faces beaming with smiles.

Without a second thought, Liang Xiaoman said, "I don't want to go to the Qin family's trading company anymore. I want to manage the estate for Aunt Zhichun. Aunt Zhichun, did you not trust me and want to go back on your word?"

Aunt Liang and Liu were taken aback.

Liu opened her mouth, but was gently tugged at by Aunt Liang's sleeve and closed it again.

Xu Zhichun advised, "The Qin family is the richest family in Qingshan County. We can all see today that Master Qin is really willing to give you this opportunity. Xiaoman, if you go to the Qin family, you are so smart, hardworking and down-to-earth, you will definitely have a bright future. My little steward here is no match for the Qin family at all."

“Who said that! I just think that Aunt Zhichun’s estate will definitely be very, very good in the future, even better than the Qin family’s. Aunt Zhichun, please don’t send me away, I just want to manage the estate.”

Xu Zhichun: "."

She wanted to persuade the child to calm down, but then she hesitated. If she tried, she might seem overly sentimental or pretentious.

Sigh, this is really difficult.

The difficulty lies in the unpredictability of the future.

Liang Lizheng: "Xiaoman, have you thought it through?"

"Yes, Grandpa, I've made up my mind!"

"You won't regret it in the future?"

"No. If it weren't for Aunt Zhichun saving me, I... I don't know what would have happened to me. If it weren't for Aunt Zhichun, I'm afraid I might not have been able to get justice, let alone have Master Qin given me a chance. I understand perfectly well."

In the past day or two, he asked his grandmother and mother, and he learned what had happened in the village over the past six months.

The reason Master Qin gave him a chance was probably mostly because of Aunt Zhichun's influence.

He had no right to accept such a benefit.

Don't want it either.

Upon hearing his explanation, Aunt Liang and Liu suddenly understood: that made sense.

Aunt Liang smiled and said, "Zhichun, you won't look down on my Xiaoman, will you?"

Xu Zhichun felt a warmth in her heart. "Of course not. In that case, let's stick to what we agreed on before."

"Okay, Aunt Zhichun!"

Everyone laughed, feeling happy and relaxed.

Xu Zhichun was also very happy; she was lucky.

very nice.

Qin family.

Qin Xiuhe resorted to her tried-and-true three-pronged approach: crying, making a scene, and acting unreasonably. First, she completely deflected blame from Zhang Cong—after all, Zhang Cong was the Qin family's steward, and she naturally wouldn't stand for it when he claimed someone was causing trouble. Her harshness towards Xu Zhichun and Liang Lizheng was also to protect the Qin family. She hadn't expected Zhang Cong to lie; she had been deceived by him.

But her sister-in-law, without distinguishing right from wrong, publicly berated and scolded her in front of others, claiming that she shouldn't have come back and that she despised her—this is her home, why can't she come back?
Why did her sister-in-law hurt her so deeply?
Why should the servants lay a hand on her?

The eldest sister-in-law clearly doesn't respect her, her sister-in-law, at all.
Madam Qin's eyes were sarcastic, and she remained silent with a stern face.

Master Qin remained expressionless and silent.

The couple told her to talk, to say as much as she wanted.