RBCT Chapter 110 Joint Support
Chapter 110 Joint Support
Chapter 110 Joint Support
Zhou Shiwei still supports his third brother's divorce. He understands that if it's just a matter of disliking the family or minor squabbles, that's normal.
What couple doesn't argue and fight?
However, once vanity takes root, it will eventually grow into a towering tree.
Then things won't be so simple. It could affect Zhou Shiping, who knows, he might lose his job or even go to jail for breaking the law.
Zhou Rui was also shocked. No wonder his uncle divorced his aunt with almost no hesitation in his previous life. It turned out that in addition to disapproving of his family's situation, there was something even more serious.
They actually used my uncle's name to collect money. Even if it's just a small amount, once this kind of desire is unleashed, it will eventually turn into an irrecoverable flood.
However, this also precisely illustrates Zhang Yingzi's personality traits.
Why does she look down on my family? Isn't it because she thinks my family is poor? Yet she still tries to curry favor with Zhou Shiping. This is because she admires the powerful and wealthy.
Zhang Yingzi accepting the money was both unexpected and reasonable.
Zhou Shiwei paused for a moment, then continued, "Shiping, if you've thought it through carefully, then go ahead and do it. I support your decision. Your sister-in-law really did something unethical."
"They're trying to drag you down with them. It's better to leave them; it's better for you. It's just a pity for the child."
When Zhou Yun saw the person coming, he stopped doing his homework and ran out to play with Zhou Xing.
That's how kids are; they're always happy when people come over because it means the adults' attention won't be on them for a while, so they can go play.
How could an innocent child know what adults were discussing? Zhou Shiping frowned, a look of pity on his face.
"Yes, the child is innocent, but there's really nothing we can do. Nobody wants this to happen."
Zhou Shiping looked at the children playing outside with a complicated expression. After a short while, he continued, "But if we don't make a decision soon, there will only be more serious consequences later. So my idea is that it's better to have a short pain than a long one."
"Since my elder brother also thinks that what I'm doing is right, then the sooner the better. I'll try to divorce her before the autumn harvest begins."
Zhou Shiping made up his mind. He was worried about the child, but sometimes separation was a good thing. Otherwise, if the child's personality was corrupted, or if he, the father, went to jail, it would be too late.
"Third brother, let's not talk about your wife's matter. You must have heard some rumors. A couple of days ago, my father-in-law's family came to borrow money. Now the village is buzzing with rumors that Zhou Rui beat and scolded Yang Mu."
"These people are just shouting 'it's going to rain' as soon as there's a breeze; they're completely lying through their teeth!"
At this point, the second son, Zhou Shijie, changed the subject at the right time, not dwelling on the issue too much. Now that he had made up his mind, Zhou Shiping, being a man of action, would soon put it into practice.
Zhou Shiping was also indignant at this time.
"How come I haven't heard about it? I heard it the day before yesterday, all sorts of nasty things they said. I know the actual situation is definitely not what they said."
"Although we are poor now, I still know my own family. How could I possibly beat or drive someone away over a bowl of tea?"
"What exactly happened?"
Zhou Shiping asked anxiously. He was not as steady as his older brother Zhou Shiwei, let alone when it came to his own family matters, so he was naturally anxious.
Zhou Shijie then recounted the whole story.
Upon hearing the last part, Zhou Shiping slammed his fist on the table and stood up, furious. Then he looked at Zhou Rui with great concern.
"What a bunch of despicable people! They were getting along well just two days ago, but now they're attacking us based on a rumor. These people in the village are truly beyond redemption."
"And that Yang Bao isn't any better; that foul mouth of his will get him into trouble sooner or later."
Zhou Shiping was furious, but also somewhat helpless. The real accusations were always made by a small group of people, but as rumors spread, many people who didn't know the truth would actually believe that Zhou Rui was a rebellious little brat.
He predicted that Yang Bao would get into trouble sooner or later. With his experience and judgment of people, he knew that people like Yang Bao would never have a good ending.
After he finished speaking, he looked at Zhou Rui with a pained expression in his eyes.
"It's just that my dear nephew has suffered. You are so sensible and always think of the family. You are even willing to risk your reputation for it. Don't worry, there's more to the family than just you. There's also your uncle and your dad."
"We'll stand up for you, right, brother?"
The last sentence was spoken by Zhou Shiping to his elder brother.
Zhou Shiwei nodded, as did Zhou Shijie, who had been itching to speak for a long time.
In fact, Zhou Shiwei had thought about it. Although his family had fallen on hard times in recent years, he still had friends, and he would not stand by and watch his son be falsely accused.
He had already been secretly planning this in his mind on the way here.
After receiving answers from his two older brothers, Zhou Shiping looked at Zhou Rui with a serious expression.
"Nephew, don't worry, I'll get revenge for you for all the grievances you've suffered, and I'll also avenge the grievances your family has endured, with interest!"
"Uncle won't be too busy these days. Everyone really takes advantage of our family."
"The news was undoubtedly released by the Yang family, so let's start with the Yang family—"
"Slandering and framing others, humph."
After several years of cultivating his career in officialdom, Zhou Shiping gradually revealed his true colors. His rule of not seeking personal gain or benefits for his family was set by his grandfather.
But now they've even dared to target the younger generation? That's intolerable.
Finally, Zhou Shiping did not say how he was going to do it.
Afterwards, he drank some water and chatted for a while. Since he was off today, he followed the others back to the old house.
On the way home, Zhou Shiwei arranged sleeping places for Zhou Xing and Zhou Yun.
Zhou Xing remained the same as always, sleeping in a small bed with his parents, while Zhou Yun slept with his cousin Zhou Ming, as the two were close friends.
Zhou Shiping originally suggested that since his house was empty anyway, even though there weren't many rooms, his grandparents or Zhou Shijie's family could stay there.
However, Zhou Shijie declined, saying that he was used to living there and that although it was a bit cramped, it was still warm and happy for his family.
So Zhou Shiping stopped trying to persuade him, but he did suggest other ideas.
Previously, because of Zhang Yingzi, he had wanted to discuss with his elder brother Zhou Shiwei the possibility of taking his parents in and caring for them for a period of time, but Zhang Yingzi disagreed, so the plan was eventually abandoned.
Now that he has decided to divorce Zhang Yingzi, there are no other objections from his family, so he brought up the matter again.
Over the years, he has not shown enough filial piety to his two elderly parents; it has mostly been his elder brother, Zhou Shiwei, who has been supporting the family alone.
When Zhou Shiping brought up the matter, Zhou Da thought about it carefully and in the end neither refused nor agreed, but said to let the two elderly people choose for themselves.
Zhou Rui was actually unwilling to do so; he wanted to spend more time with the elderly, but he didn't say it out loud.
After all, Zhou Shiping also wanted to make up for the regret of not taking care of the elderly in the past.
He also wants to spend more time with the elderly and do more for them.