Rebirth: I Am Not the Movie Queen This Time
Chapter 293: Choice (First Update)

Chapter 293: Chapter 293: Choice (First Update)

A ghastly cry of a man came from the phone.

"It wasn’t me, it was all Lin Jiayi’s idea, it was Lin Jiayi who wanted to mess with that woman, ouch, it hurts... It really wasn’t me, Lin Jiayi said that woman was somewhat attractive, to drug her and let everyone have fun... lighter, it really wasn’t me, ouch..."

The voice coming from the phone was intermittent, as if the speaking man was being handled by someone.

Although a few sentences didn’t clearly explain the whole situation, almost everyone in the room understood what was happening.

Third Aunt Jiang and Second Aunt Jiang’s soothing movements towards Jiang Lirong froze, they incredulously watched as Jiang Lirong lunged at Wan Chu’er to snatch her phone.

After a few seconds, Jiang Lingling shouted, "Nonsense, that person is talking nonsense... Cousin would never do such a thing..."

She couldn’t believe Lin Jiayi would do such a thing; in her eyes, Lin Jiayi was a role model, a flawless angel, so she subconsciously refused to believe this was done by Lin Jiayi.

Jiang Lingling looked at the calm Wan Chu’er, then at her mother; Mrs. Jiang’s brows were tightly furrowed, her face full of disappointment and anger.

Wan Chu’er was her son’s girlfriend, the one her son planned to marry and spend his life with, yet Lin Jiayi meticulously plotted to make Wan Chu’er look foolish.

Now that her son was not around, she failed to protect Xiao Chu, and Wan Chu’er was almost harmed by Lin Jiayi; she simply couldn’t imagine the consequences. In vain, she had always been so kind to Jiang Lirong and Lin Jiayi, yet this mother and daughter intended to ruin her daughter-in-law.

Mr. Jiang was furiously gasping for breath, he pointed with his walking stick, continuously cursing, "Scoundrel, scoundrel..." unsure whether he was referring to Lin Jiayi or Wan Chu’er.

Second Uncle Jiang and Third Uncle Jiang’s expressions also became grave; they looked towards their elder brother, but his face showed no expression, as if he hadn’t heard anything, and beside him, Wan Chu’er’s grandfather appeared equally indifferent.

The phone continued to release a voice: "Lin Jiayi said that woman seduced her elder cousin and did not deserve him; so, she wanted to teach that woman a lesson, ah!..."

When Wan Chu’er saw Jiang Lirong lunging at her, she gently dodged to the side, naturally avoiding Jiang Lirong’s pounce; Jiang Lirong almost fell to the ground, screaming:

"Turn off the phone, you beastly bred, harmed Jiayi and still not satisfied, now finding someone to slander Jiayi!"

Wan Chu’er coldly looked at the nearly crazed Jiang Lirong, suddenly she felt her hand empty, turning her head to see, the phone she was holding had disappeared.

It turned out that just as Wan Chu’er was dodging Jiang Lirong, she happened to be in front of Second Uncle Jiang, who took the opportunity to snatch the phone away while Wan Chu’er’s focus was on Jiang Lirong.

After Second Uncle Jiang got the phone, he immediately smashed it onto the ground with force; the phone instantly shattered into pieces, the battery flew out, and the voice from the phone abruptly ceased.

The sound of the phone smashing quieted the living room, all eyes turned towards Second Uncle Jiang.

Second Uncle Jiang stood up, his face stern, pointing a finger, with an indignant look, he said, "This is outrageous! Simply ridiculous!"

Then, his gaze piercingly turned towards Wan Chu’er, speaking like one accustomed to bureaucratic talk:

"Xiao Chu, I thought you were a decent girl, from the first university no less, who knew that even the first university can’t guarantee one’s character. You truly have disappointed our Jiang family, Ke Chu was really mistaken this time."

Wan Chu’er smiled breezily and then asked coldly as if she didn’t understand, "Oh, are you saying that there’s something wrong with my character? I wonder on what basis you say that."

Second Uncle Jiang stared at Wan Chu’er for a long time without speaking, his expression heavy. Wan Chu’er remained calm and composed, allowing him to look at her, thinking to herself it was just an attempt to pressure her—but to his disappointment.

In the end, Second Uncle Jiang sighed heavily, expressing his regret: "Jiayi is our niece, and we’ve watched her grow up from a child. Last night, she was unfortunately framed by someone. You not only lacked any sympathy, but you also kicked her while she was down by bringing up some dubious person and randomly making accusations just to sling mud at Jiayi."

Then, he pointed to Jiang Lirong by his side and said sorrowfully, "Look at my sister, she’s always been so dignified and graceful, and yet you’ve pushed her to this state."

Lin Jiayi is his niece, and Wan Chu’er is just the girlfriend of a nephew he met once—who’s closer and who’s not is clear without saying.

Under these circumstances, of course, he would take his niece’s side.

She’s only a nephew’s girlfriend now, and yet she causes quite a stir; who knows what she would be like if they got married? Deep down, Second Uncle Jiang looked down on Wan Chu’er, did not take her seriously, and disliked the idea of Wan Chu’er becoming his nephew’s wife.

After listening, Wan Chu’er raised an eyebrow, thought briefly, and then asked coolly looking around, "Is this what you all think? You’re all siding with Lin Jiayi now?"

After hearing Second Brother’s initial remarks, Third Uncle Jiang knew what Second Uncle Jiang meant. He carefully observed his elder brother’s face, which remained expressionless, showing neither joy nor anger.

When he heard Wan Chu’er’s question, he spoke up: "Miss Xiao Chu, one must not be too harsh in dealings; harmony brings wealth, are you trying to corner Jiayi and my sister to a dead end? We cannot agree to that, and as for the words over the phone just now, we believe none of it."

Hearing her father’s words, Jiang Lingling, whose heart was in a panic, finally found some solace, she immediately interjected:

"That’s right, Wan Chu’er, we don’t believe it! We don’t believe a single word! It’s all nonsense from you, and you must apologize to my aunt and my cousin."

Although Second Aunt Jiang and Third Aunt Jiang had their doubts, with their husbands taking such a stand, they had to suppress their suspicions and support their husband’s and daughter’s claims, echoing the accusations against Wan Chu’er.

Mr. Jiang tapped his cane twice and shouted at his eldest son, "You can’t ruin Ke Chu. We can’t have such a woman in the Jiang Family!"

Just as Wan Chu’er was about to become the target of everyone’s criticisms, Mrs. Jiang couldn’t hold back anymore and stepped forward. She walked up to Wan Chu’er, took her hand, and said, "I believe in Xiao Chu."

As soon as these words were uttered, everyone was shocked. Third Uncle Jiang disagreed and advised, "Older sister-in-law, we all know you’re kind, but don’t be deceived by her."

Mrs. Jiang rarely hardened her face, glaring back at everyone fiercely, and said, "I am kind, but I’m not stupid, nor will I feign ignorance. I trust Xiao Chu’s character; she has no reason to lie!"

"Why did Jiayi incessantly invite Xiao Chu to such improper gatherings? Why did they force Xiao Chu to drink, if not for some ulterior motive? I fear they were planning to drug Xiao Chu, but thankfully she was alert and avoided their schemes.

Jiayi and Lirong are dissatisfied with Xiao Chu, and you all know it too. But don’t forget, it is Ke Chu who is finding a wife, not you!

You shouldn’t interfere too much!

Today, I’m laying down the law here; in the future, keep your schemes away from Xiao Chu. I have decided on Xiao Chu as my daughter-in-law."

Mrs. Jiang’s words, dignified and righteous, left everyone stunned, and the atmosphere turned momentarily stiff.