Accidentally Married to the Big Shot
Chapter 407: Bullying the Daughter-in-law?

Chapter 407: Chapter 407: Bullying the Daughter-in-law?

Li Sisi said, "My husband is a doctor, and my father-in-law and mother-in-law don’t work here. They came here from a small county."

When she mentioned this, the aunties and ladies gathered around her curiously. "How old are your father-in-law and mother-in-law?"

"In their sixties, pretty healthy."

"Then they don’t help you cook meals?"

Li Sisi laughed and said, "How could we let them cook? They’re here to enjoy life, not to do chores. Cooking is something that only daughters-in-law should do."

"Then you don’t have a job?"

"I do! I’m a nurse at the Chinese Hospital. Sometimes I even have to work night shifts, like tonight. But I’ll make sure to finish cooking before I head out. Sisters, aunties, I won’t chat with you anymore. I need to hurry upstairs, or my father-in-law and mother-in-law will complain again."

After Li Sisi left, the people remaining started gossiping among themselves.

"What era are we living in? There are still family rules and expectations like this? My household wouldn’t tolerate it—my daughter-in-law would’ve left already. These days, I’m the one cooking and raising the grandkid, while my daughter-in-law just works her job."

"Exactly, my daughter-in-law wouldn’t even do that much. It’s rare to see someone like this young lady who still cooks. Such daughters-in-law are practically extinct."

"What kind of family manages to marry a girl like her?"

"Didn’t she just mention it? Building 4, Apartment 703."

...

These past few days, whenever Li Sisi bought groceries, she’d buy a little extra. Sometimes she’d grab fruits to share with the neighborhood kids, striking up casual chats with the women walking their children.

"Little sister, you mentioned your family has some kind of rules. What kind of rules are they?"

Li Sisi quickly pulled a folded A4 sheet out of her bag and handed it over. "Here, it’s all written down. I carry it with me in case I forget and anger my father-in-law and mother-in-law."

The crowd leaned in to look at the household rules.

The aunties put on their reading glasses, while moms stood on tiptoe.

"No loud talking at home, wake up earlier than the father-in-law and mother-in-law, don’t make greasy foods for breakfast because the son has a sensitive stomach, don’t use chili peppers or cilantro for lunch, no eating snail noodles at home..."

"Oh my god, are these family rules or prison rules?"

"Monthly food expenses cannot exceed 1,500 yuan. That’s 50 yuan a day? What can you even eat with 50 yuan a day, air from the Northwest?"

"Even after having a child, the mother is expected to take full care of the baby, with the mother-in-law only helping during the day. And the husband?"

"Unbelievable! This is the first I’ve ever heard of such odd parents-in-law."

...

While the women expressed their outrage, Li Sisi acted innocent.

"Little sister, I really don’t understand—why did you choose to marry into their family?" one mother asked.

Li Sisi replied, "My husband is handsome!"

"So, do you plan on living like this forever? Aren’t you feeling wronged?"

Li Sisi, looking pitiful, said, "At first, I didn’t expect my father-in-law and mother-in-law to be like this. I still love my husband, so I can endure it for now. When the day comes that I can’t take it anymore, I’ll leave."

After saying this, tears welled up in her eyes, but she wiped them away and then smiled. Showing her resilience, she said, "I’m fine, so don’t worry. I’ll manage to get through this."

Meanwhile, the others continued to grumble indignantly.

...

During the day, Mr. Liang and Mrs. Liang felt quite bored at home.

The breakfast Li Sisi made was noodles, which didn’t suit their taste. When they complained about it, Li Sisi responded, "You didn’t like it? I thought it was pretty good," slurping loudly in front of them for emphasis.

At noon, since Li Sisi wasn’t home, they cooked for themselves, ate, napped, and then decided to go for a walk.

Having just moved to Yun City, they were unfamiliar with the place. Being older, they didn’t dare wander far and settled on strolling in the small garden outside their building.

Noticing some people their age in the neighborhood walking with children, they approached in an attempt to engage.

Before they even got close, they overheard discussions about "Building 4, Apartment 703."

Mrs. Liang stepped forward with a smile. "Were you just talking about Building 4, Apartment 703? What a coincidence, that’s my unit. May I ask, is there an issue?"

As soon as she spoke, she realized the others were giving her disdainful looks.

Mrs. Liang’s heart sank.

Her first thought was that it might be because she was from a small county and people were looking down on her.

"Big sister, is Xiao Li your daughter-in-law?" an aunty asked.

Mrs. Liang hesitated before replying, "Yes, my daughter-in-law’s surname is Li. Did she do something wrong? If she did, I’ll definitely reprimand her harshly."

The aunty scoffed, "Reprimand her? A mother-in-law dares to scold her daughter-in-law? In our families, daughters-in-law are treated like queens. And here you are, laying down family rules, dictating what she can or can’t do—what do you think you are, a wicked mother-in-law from feudal times?"

Mrs. Liang was taken aback by the sudden criticism, her face flushing red as she quickly backed away and returned to Mr. Liang.

Not wanting to lose face, Mr. Liang said, "How we treat our daughter-in-law is our family’s private matter. There’s no need for you to voice your opinions."

"Of course not. We’re just disgusted by it. That Xiao Li seems like such a kind and well-mannered girl. If you don’t cherish her, don’t be surprised if she runs away one day. Then you’ll have your regrets."

Mr. Liang retorted, "If she runs away, we’ll just find another one. My son is so exceptional—he can marry anyone he wants."

"Ha! What nerve you have! Your son is exceptional? If he’s so remarkable, why didn’t he marry the mayor’s daughter? Or the governor’s daughter? Why pick on a young nurse? You might as well hire a housekeeper instead."

Mr. Liang’s face turned bright red with anger. "Our family matters are none of your business!"

He then dragged Mrs. Liang back upstairs.

...

The elder couple spent the day stewing in frustration until Liang Zhanbai and Li Sisi came home.

Li Sisi arrived in Liang Zhanbai’s car. The two had a flash marriage, and Liang Zhanbai had never been in love with Li Sisi, so their journey home was dominated by Liang Zhanbai talking.

Li Sisi didn’t seem to mind at all; her gaze toward Liang Zhanbai was always soft, filled with admiration and affection.

Liang Zhanbai didn’t return her gaze.

However, as he parked the car, he asked Li Sisi, "Are you planning to go grocery shopping in a bit?"

"Yes, otherwise, how will I cook dinner?"

"Are you tired? How about I go with you?" Liang Zhanbai, deep down, disagreed with his parents’ behavior, but he was trapped in the role of a dutiful son and couldn’t openly oppose them.

He had agreed to marry Li Sisi only because she was willing to accept the family dynamic. After double-checking with her repeatedly, he made his decision.

Before the wedding, he had made it clear to Li Sisi that their union might lack any romance, and she had agreed to tolerate it.

Li Sisi said, "No need to come grocery shopping with me—you know your parents would have something to say about it. Just head upstairs first."

Liang Zhanbai felt a pang of guilt. "Then... just buy a little, keep it simple."

"Got it! Don’t worry about me." Li Sisi winked at him playfully.