Linlin seemed a little embarrassed to say it, "They said she was a vixen who seduced my adoptive father with her face, which is why he adopted me."
The "they" that Linlin mentioned refers to Song Fang and Zhou Jianjun's mother.
Jiang Chengzhou gritted his teeth in anger, "Nonsense! My uncle told me that your biological mother was driven to her death by rumors!"
A beautiful woman who has just lost her husband is raising her child alone, and her in-laws don't treat her well. She not only has to provide for her child's food and drink, but also has to guard against men who come knocking on her door and climbing over her wall in the middle of the night.
Later, when Su Lang and Su Lang were caught in adultery, Su Lang promised to take responsibility.
Faced with the gossip in the village, the dwindling food supply, and the guilt she felt towards her deceased husband for remarrying, the woman finally couldn't bear it anymore.
She thought that even if she died, the child would at least be a member of the Zhou family and the Zhou family would at least allow the child to live.
But she died, and everything after that went in an uncontrollable direction.
Linlin was too young when she was brought to the island and has no memory of these things, so Su Lang originally didn't plan to tell her these things.
She only mentioned it briefly to Jiang Chengzhou, hoping he would treat Linlin better.
But life is unpredictable. Su Lang left suddenly and didn't have time to explain these things.
Linlin stayed at the Zhou family home and was brainwashed by Song Fang every day, who instilled in her these untrue things.
She began to fear going out, fear men, and even fear being liked by others.
It's like being liked by someone is an immoral thing.
Tears welled up in Linlin's eyes. "I don't know, I really don't know."
His younger sister was made to cry by him. Jiang Chengzhou was flustered and wanted to wipe her tears, but he was afraid of scratching her face.
Yan Yuan sighed. "They said Zhou Jianjun likes your mother?"
Linlin bit her lip and remained silent.
Yan Yuan said coldly, "Isn't this Zhou Jianjun's fault? He's clearly married with a family, yet he still covets his cousin's wife. Disgusting!"
He patted Linlin on the shoulder and said softly, "There's nothing wrong with being pretty. Even if other people like her, it's not her fault, it's their fault!"
Linlin couldn't cry and stared blankly at him.
Yan Yuan continued, "Do you want to get a haircut?"
Before Linlin could speak, Yan Yuan said, "It's time to cut it. If you really don't want to cut it, you can tie it up."
It's hot, and Linlin's long, thick hair must be uncomfortable.
"But..." Jiang Chengzhou hesitated, unable to finish his sentence.
Yan Yuan understood his concerns. "Don't worry, there's a crackdown in the city right now, nothing will happen. And even if something does, are we two dead?"
Linlin's problem now is not whether she wants to show her face, but her mindset.
She considers her face her sin; does she have to destroy it to find relief?
But more likely, even if her face is ruined and she becomes ugly, it won't actually solve her problem.
What is there to be afraid of?
Without destruction, there can be no construction; destruction precedes construction.
First, we need to change her mindset. Beauty is never a crime, so what's there to hide?!
Yan Yuan looked around, walked to a small stall on the street outside, bought a bunch of colorful hair ties, paid for them, strode back, and shoved them into Linlin's hand. "Go, tie your hair up."
Linlin paused for a moment, then subconsciously looked at her brother.
Jiang Chengzhou was heartbroken. "Go ahead and get it done. With your brother here, what are you afraid of?"
Linlin pursed her lips and tried to tie her hair up, but every time the hair tie went up, it slipped down again, and stray hairs fell all over her face.
She tried several times, her wrists ached, but her hair still hung loosely over her shoulders.
"I won't……"
She rarely even looks in the mirror at home, let alone possesses these girlish skills.
Yan Yuan looked at Jiang Chengzhou, "You come here."
Jiang Chengzhou took a breath and stepped onto the stage as if facing a formidable enemy, "taking" several strands of Linlin's hair away.
Yan Yuan couldn't stand it any longer and pushed him aside.
He used his fingers to smooth Linlin's hair, and taking the experience from Jiang Chengzhou earlier, he tied Linlin's hair into a simple low ponytail.
Although it's not very refined, it's at least finished.
Linlin looked up, feeling a little unaccustomed to it.
With her forehead no longer covered, her beautiful eyebrows and eyes were fully revealed.
Her face was only the size of a palm, and her eyebrows were curved and slender with a slightly upturned arch.
Her eyelashes were long, and the corners of her eyes were slightly upturned, giving her eyes a captivating and alluring look.
But when you notice her beautiful and clear eyes, you will instinctively feel a sense of untouchability.
Further down are her pert nose and slightly pursed lips, giving her a breathtakingly beautiful appearance.
Yan Yuan's breath hitched, and he said in a hoarse voice, "It's very pretty. You should wear your hair like this from now on."
Jiang Chengzhou was still in a daze.
Yan Yuan kicked him and whispered a reminder, "Praise!"
"Beautiful!" Jiang Chengzhou reacted quickly. "My sister, Jiang Chengzhou's sister, is just like me, incredibly beautiful. Linlin, the rubber band your brother Yuan bought is too ugly. I'll buy you one with flowers tomorrow, that will be much prettier!"
Linlin's eyes were still a little red, but her brother made her laugh.
She doesn't like wearing flowers at all.
The three chatted and laughed, with Jiang Chengzhou doing most of the talking. Linlin was amused by her brother, but she just pursed her lips slightly, her smile shy and charming.
Yan Yuan glanced at the brother and sister occasionally, without saying a word, but there was a hint of a smile in his eyes.
The guests coming and going would naturally notice Linlin and would even say a few words of praise.
Yan Yuan and Jiang Chengzhou are also good-looking, but the men aren't as noticeable. However, the three of them standing together now look like a family.
Linlin also noticed this, and showing her face didn't seem so scary anymore.
Although people look at her, most of their gazes are without malice.
Yan Yuan is right.
It's currently a period of strict crackdown, and Yan Yuan used to be very worried because Jiang Chengzhou often went out to fight and brawl, and Yan Yuan was afraid that he would be arrested.
The current crackdown is actually a good thing; at least no one dares to cause trouble.
Moreover, with Linlin around, Jiang Chengzhou no longer goes out and fools around; he just stays by Linlin's side.
The best of both worlds.
As evening approached, the three packed up their stall and prepared to go home.
Just then, Shen Man walked out from the opposite side.
Jiang Chengzhou then realized that there was a problem with her legs.
The "angry glare" he had prepared suddenly froze on his face, leaving him somewhat embarrassed.
Most people are born with the ability to empathize. Jiang Chengzhou is not an irredeemable villain. When he sees Shen Man's legs, his brain will instinctively sense her pain.
It seems that my dislike for the other person isn't as strong anymore.
Shen Man saw through his thoughts at a glance and sneered, "Pity me? You think you're worthy?"
Jiang Chengzhou choked, realizing that this woman was indeed not to be trifled with.
Did he say anything?
Shen Man shifted her gaze to Linlin, her tone immediately softening, "You tied your hair up? It looks beautiful!"
Linlin smiled, pursing her lips. "Sister, where do you live? Can I go back with you?"
Like her brother, the little girl's thoughts are easily read.
Shen Man waved her hand and smiled, "Don't worry, I have someone to pick me up."
As soon as she finished speaking, a car pulled up to the side of the road.
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