She reclaimed her family property and broke off her engagement to go to the countryside.

Chapter 28 Hongmen Banquet

"This is too much!"

After all, she and Zheng Jingtian were just classmates.

Even including a job, we didn't have that much of a relationship.

There is just too much stuff in front of me.

“When you go to the countryside, you won’t know anyone or anything. If you take more things with you, you’ll have a better life.”

"Yes, child, this is the meat you specifically asked for."

I noticed you haven't come over for several days, so I made you some salted meat. That way it can be stored for a long time!

Looking at the salted meat, salted ribs, and salted pig's trotters, even the offal had been cleaned up, she couldn't help but admire Zheng's mother's meticulousness.

"Auntie, this is too much trouble for you."

"I estimate it's more than just one pig, right?"

Upon hearing this, the other person revealed a kind smile.

"Your uncle brought over three pigs, but not whole ones."

There was also some better quality meat that I dried into jerky, and it's in this bag.

When you leave, I'll fry some for you so you can eat them on the way.

The rest I'll hide away, and whenever I feel like it, I'll make some to treat myself.

She felt a little embarrassed by how thoughtful he was.

"Auntie, how much is this meat? I brought the money with me today."

As he spoke, he took out his wallet, but Zheng's mother's face darkened.

"What are you doing, child?"

"Your uncle works at the meat processing plant; he eats meat, so why would he ask you to spend money?"

"No, I only asked my uncle for help because I didn't have enough tickets."

The money must be paid; let's keep things separate.

She was genuinely anxious, and she was ready to fight back decisively against those who bullied her.

But when someone is in such a difficult situation, if they are still kind to her, you really want to be kind to them twice as much.

"No, no, I know it's not easy for you either."

Sometimes, there are things we just can't control.

We can't do any more than this. If you give us more money, that would be too much of a burden.

From now on, you'll still be spending time with our Tian Tian!

Zheng Jingtian also came over to comfort her and reassure her.

"Yes, Shuyin, this is all from our heartfelt wishes."

If you keep refusing, I'll feel like I'm being superfluous!

Uh, this whole thing is so embarrassing.

The mother and daughter had already said all that, so she couldn't be coy anymore, but she still felt uneasy about taking so many things.

Seeing her hesitation, Zheng Jingtian didn't think much of it and took her to see other things.

"This is fifty catties of rice, fifty catties of wheat flour, and these are brown sugar, white sugar, fruit candy, and White Rabbit candy."

There's also malted milk powder and milk powder, dried fruit, biscuits..."

There are dozens of different kinds.

"Shuyin, I really can't bear to part with you."

If you're not comfortable there, write to me and I'll come pick you up.

As Zheng Jingtian spoke, her voice trembled with tears.

This person genuinely didn't want her to suffer in the past.

Conditions in the countryside are poor, and they are certainly not as materially abundant as those in the city.

But there were people in the city who wanted to kill her, so the countryside was relatively safer.

"Come on, silly, I'm not going to stay in the countryside forever."

"They'll be back in a few years, don't worry."

After comforting her deskmate for a couple of minutes, she excused herself to go out for a bit. When she came back, she had brought several new outfits with her.

"What is this doing?"

"For you."

"Give me?"

This time, it was Zheng Jingtian's turn to be dumbfounded.

The next second, she pushed it back. "I don't want it, you take it to the countryside, I have clothes!"

Actually, these items were all bought for Gu Qingjia before, but she asked for them back.

"Alright, don't be so polite with me."

This place is full of dresses, coats and the like, which isn't convenient for me to go to the countryside.

Besides, you're going to work soon, so naturally you should dress presentably!

Zheng Jingtian was a little anxious, mainly because she felt that Ji Shuyin had a hard life, and that she had actually given her such expensive clothes.

However, she insisted too much and brought up the issue of those supplies again.

Zheng's mother nodded secretly, thinking that Ji Shuyin was a grateful person.

Even if we don't give them anything now, no one will say anything.

After having dinner at Zheng's house, Zheng's mother fried some dried meat for her.

Finally, we returned home with our bags and packages.

Given what happened last time, I didn't have anyone deliver it.

The bicycle was piled high with things, both in front and behind. After struggling for a while, she finally found a secluded spot and put everything into her spatial storage.

When we got close to Gu's house, we put the bicycle away.

Recently, Gu Yuncheng has been riding this bicycle a lot. She was planning to take it to the countryside, so naturally she couldn't give it to him.

To avoid being targeted, I'll keep it in my storage space for now. If he asks, I can just say I lent it out. That's not a bad idea.

Because they walked back, the Gu family didn't even notice.

They had already eaten at the state-run restaurant, and not only that, they also bought new clothes for everyone.

When Gu Qingjia came over to show off, she scoffed at it.

"Oh, by the way, don't forget to dress nicely the day after tomorrow."

Don't embarrass the Gu family, or you shouldn't go at all.

Gu's mother looked down on her and wanted to use this opportunity to deflate her arrogance.

"Fine, I won't go then! Who cares!"

Ji Shuyin rolled her eyes and was about to go into the room when Tang Weiyu became anxious.

He rushed over and grabbed her arm.

"No, Shuyin, don't be angry."

"It's a good opportunity for us young people to go and have a look around. We might even make some friends. That would be great."

Her eyes scanned the person in front of her from head to toe.

"I feel like you absolutely have to make me go."

A probing question indeed revealed the other party's true colors.

"No, I was just thinking that after you and Yuncheng get married, it would be a good thing for you to get to know more prominent people."

For her own good, that's a lie.

There's definitely something fishy going on here.

Gu Qingjia, however, felt indignant and went over to pull Tang Weiyu away.

"Some people just don't know what's good for them, Sister Weiyu, don't talk to her so much."

Let's ignore her. Look at this dress, what hairstyle would look good with it?

That's what she said, but instead of answering her directly, the other party kept bothering her.

"Shuyin, this is really a great opportunity, we can't miss it."

Maybe we can even find out some news about your parents!

His sharp gaze swept over there.

This person said it on purpose, just so she wouldn't refuse.

What reason is there to insist that she participate?

It seems that this gathering was undoubtedly a trap for her.

Ji Shuyin didn't say much, but instead smiled.

"Okay, I'll definitely go the day after tomorrow."

Having received a positive answer, Tang Weiyu breathed a sigh of relief.

She had to prepare herself; these people must be plotting something.

"Nothing ventured, nothing gained," just as I'd always thought.

Perhaps, there really is news about my parents; it's not certain.

(End of this chapter)