After Divorce: Why My Aloof Ex Starts Chasing Me?
Chapter 256 Living a Good Life

Chapter 256: Chapter 256 Living a Good Life

Madam Jiang struggled to hold back her laughter.

Their family’s Qingqing has a good temper, who would’ve thought she could show her claws too.

It just goes to show how annoying Li Hongyan is!

She deserved to be scolded!

Madam Jiang had wanted to say these things for a long time, but considering the face of both families, she never said them out loud.

Now, her daughter-in-law said it for her, and it felt truly satisfying.

Madam Jiang cleared her throat and said to Li Hongyan, "Don’t be angry, our Qingqing speaks her mind. If there’s an issue, correct it; otherwise, there’s no harm in some self-reflection. Just change your ways or avoid provoking her. It’s not worth getting angry and harming your health."

Li Hongyan was so angry she could barely breathe.

This mother-in-law and daughter-in-law duo is bullying her.

They were in tune with each other, insulting her right into the ground.

And then they tell her not to get angry, as if she has no feelings?

"If I’d known you didn’t like me, I wouldn’t have bothered. It’s just my mistake for thinking you might care."

Madam Jiang considered Yang Family’s face, but Shen Qingqing did not.

"One should have self-awareness, otherwise, don’t blame others for speaking harshly."

"You..."

Shen Qingqing: "Really thick-skinned, like a fly buzzing around all day long, it’s infuriating."

Li Hongyan left in a huff.

She started by walking quickly, and then she ran outright.

It’s unclear whether she was angry or embarrassed, but she even wiped away some tears.

After Li Hongyan had left, Shen Qingqing explained to the remaining people.

She and Jiang Zhixun do not plan to hold a wedding, just a meal with relatives.

If they are free, they can come to the canteen to join in on the fun.

Madam Jiang chimed in, "In a couple of days, we’ll go house to house giving out wedding candy, so everyone can share in the happiness."

It’s their second marriage, not having a wedding is normal.

The Jiang Family is discreet in their affairs, and everyone knows it.

The invitations given in conversation were not taken seriously, "Then we’ll just wait for the wedding candy at home."

After a few casual chats, they dispersed.

Madam Jiang spoke with relief, "I was worried you might get bullied staying in the dormitory by yourself, but now I see I was overthinking."

Shen Qingqing said, "Don’t blame me for giving her no face; bad actions are bad actions."

"What bad actions? I had long wanted to scold her and Yang Fen, but your dad and I have a decent relationship with the old couple from the Yang family. Since we have work interactions, it wasn’t suitable to break relations, so I held back."

However, the "good deeds" Yang Fen did, she’ll remember all her life!

Shen Qingqing understood, "I’ll be the bad guy then. If anyone bothers you, just tell me. Anyway, I’m not often at the courtyard, so there’s no need to worry too much."

Having a daughter-in-law backing her feels quite wonderful.

Especially since Shen Qingqing has a mild temper, and it used to be Madam Jiang who looked after her.

Now it’s the other way around, it’s truly unexpected.

Along with the awkwardness, Madam Jiang also felt happy. Having backing is good.

And even better that it’s a daughter-in-law!

Mother-in-law and daughter-in-law issues are a huge challenge, finding a relationship as good as theirs is rare.

Madam Jiang: "In the future, this family will rely on you and Zhixun."

Shen Qingqing: "We’re still young, can’t bear this heavy responsibility yet; we’ll need you and dad to worry for a few more years."

Madam Jiang laughed, "What do you mean young? Look at Qin Wenqiang; you grew up together, and his kids are already in elementary school."

Shen Qingqing and Jiang Zhixun are indeed quite behind, just got married and don’t even have plans for children.

She said coquettishly, "No matter, we just got married, we’re young."

In Madam Jiang’s view, only when you have a family and career can you be truly grown up.

She teased, "Once you have children, you won’t say you’re still young, will you?"

Shen Qingqing remained unfazed, "In front of you, no matter when, we’re always young."

Madam Jiang noted she didn’t seem unhappy.

She followed up, "When do you plan to have children?"

Fearing Shen Qingqing might have concerns, she added, "Having children or not is up to you and Zhixun, but if you do have, don’t worry. Once they’re born, I’ll help take care of them, so you can still go to work and it won’t affect your job."

Shen Qingqing gave a hum of acknowledgment.

"Let things take their course."

She doesn’t like being rushed into having kids, but Madam Jiang’s willingness to help was reassuring.

Shen Qingqing suddenly understood why after her "runaway" incident, she and Madam Jiang could make up.

The things that upset her, might not have been from Madam Jiang’s ill intentions.

People are just a little biased, preferring their own son after all.

That’s normal human behavior.

But Madam Jiang’s kindness to her is genuine.

These kindnesses are enough to overshadow the negatives.

No one is perfect, as long as the intentions aren’t bad, Shen Qingqing doesn’t want to be overly sensitive, overthinking things.

If she truly becomes unhappy, she’ll just reduce her visits to the courtyard.

Anyway, she has a formal job, the school has provided her with a dormitory, and she’ll get an apartment in the future.

She has her own space and doesn’t need to be at odds with the elders.

Shen Qingqing’s lack of refusal, in Madam Jiang’s eyes, meant she was open to having children.

She pressed her hand to her heart.

Now she felt truly at ease.

As long as the young couple doesn’t reject the idea, she’s content to wait patiently.

Sooner or later, she’ll have a grandchild in her arms.

After booking the meal at the canteen, Madam Jiang paid the deposit with her own money.

She also covered the remaining balance.

"You’ve grown up and can shoulder life’s responsibilities. I can do less and less for you, so I can only contribute some money."

Shen Qingqing couldn’t help but smile, "Money can solve many problems, you’ve contributed so much."

Madam Jiang is very generous with her own people.

Although Shen Qingqing has no blood relation to the Jiang family, from the day she came to the courtyard, Madam Jiang considered her one of her own.

She never deprived her of anything she needed or wanted.

The pocket money she gave was also a bit more generous than for others.

Madam Jiang indeed gave a lot.

Even if she doesn’t seek anything in return, she was still pleased Shen Qingqing appreciated her contributions.

She didn’t continue the topic further.

From afar, she saw her son walking towards them and joked to Shen Qingqing, "This little guy is getting clingier, bear with him, don’t dislike him."

Shen Qingqing also thought Jiang Zhixun was clingy.

But compared to cold treatment or indifferent alienation, being clingy is a good trait.

As long as it’s within limits and doesn’t interfere with important matters, it’s fine.

"All done?" Jiang Zhixun asked.

Shen Qingqing nodded, "You came a step late, the payment’s already been made, mom paid it."

Jiang Zhixun breathed a sigh of relief, teasing, "Thank goodness, saved my secret stash."

Shen Qingqing: "..."

Madam Jiang was embarrassed, "You’re shameless to be so stingy!"

Jiang Zhixun looked proud, "This is just being frugal."

Madam Jiang gave him a firm pat on the back, "Is it about living wisely, or just taking advantage?"

Shen Qingqing watched the fun unfold, "It must be taking advantage."

As a result, Jiang Zhixun received another pinch on the arm.

"Qingqing, don’t give him pocket money, or he’ll stash it away again."

Shen Qingqing covered her mouth and laughed, "Isn’t that bad?"

Madam Jiang was nonchalant, "What’s bad about it? It’s not like he has anywhere to spend money."

Shen Qingqing: "Then I’ll think about it."

Despite saying this, Shen Qingqing didn’t plan on doing that.

Although Jiang Zhixun doesn’t have many expenses, having money in his pocket gives him confidence.

He’s a living person and occasionally needs to socialize and interact with friends.

Which inevitably requires spending money.

Shen Qingqing doesn’t have a controlling nature.

Even if Jiang Zhixun doesn’t hand over his salary to her, she doesn’t mind.

As long as he doesn’t shirk family responsibilities and is willing to spend when needed, it’s fine.