Transmigration: On the Gossip Front
Chapter 884 - 885 Toxic Fatherly Love 17

Chapter 884: Chapter 885 Toxic Fatherly Love 17

Feng Min also finished buying books for the two children, and the three of them walked out carrying a number of books, just in time to see Zhang Yu hailing a cab.

Wu Min looked at Feng Min with anticipation, "Mom, it’s so hot today, let’s take a cab too."

Feng Min also wanted to take a cab, but remembered the little money she had left, with half a month until the next paycheck, and not much cash in hand.

"Why are you so delicate, demanding a cab." Feng Min thought about the various fees to pay after school started and felt a headache coming on.

She’s been considering whether to cancel some of Wu Min’s tutoring classes; after all, she’s just a girl, and no matter how hard she studies, her grades are only so-so.

After being scolded by her mother, Wu Min, though upset, had no choice but to obediently take the bus home.

"Mom, I’m really thirsty, let’s buy some ice cream," Wu Min said, feeling parched as they passed the little store at the entrance of the neighborhood.

Ice cream? Feng Min was thirsty too and thought about having one for herself, but then she realized it would cost all three of them ten yuan.

"We’re almost home, eat when we get there," Feng Min walked on briskly towards home.

"We don’t have any at home," Wu Min said resentfully, "I want it now."

Wu Jian couldn’t hold back either, "Mom, I want some too."

Although Feng Min was reluctant, her beloved son had spoken, so she thought about it and still went back to buy the ice cream.

"Really, all of you," Feng Min grumbled as she paid, then took three ice creams, "If only you were this enthusiastic about studying."

"When I ask you to study, you play dead. If there’s no improvement in your midterm exam results, there’ll be no more tutoring classes."

Feng Min gave Wu Min a sidelong glance and continued on her way home, exhausted from the walk and eager to get there soon.

Upon arriving home, Wu Min habitually prepared to turn on the air conditioner, "Use the fan," Feng Min reprimanded her.

What? Wu Min hadn’t expected to be denied the air conditioner and looked at her in surprise.

Wu Jian also looked at her in surprise, "Mom, it’s really hot."

"A calm heart is naturally cool." This time, even if Wu Jian asked to turn on the air conditioner, Feng Min didn’t relent.

"Our household expenses are high," Feng Min briefly explained why they needed to be frugal, placing all the blame on Zhang Yu.

Knowing that it was all because of Zhang Yu and Huo Huo, the siblings were angry, "Hmph, we’ll definitely teach her a lesson in the future."

"Right, don’t expect me to call her ’sister,’" Wu Min said angrily.

Zhang Yu had no idea that her visit to Wu Hao’s workplace would lead things in this direction.

She was even less aware that under Feng Min’s influence, Wu Jian and his sister held even greater misunderstandings about her.

Even if Zhang Yu did know, she wouldn’t care—who cares about being called sister.

After getting home, although she had planned to ask Wang Lei to go back on her own, the girl made a request, "Didn’t you buy an electric bike? Take me back on it."

Zhang Yu didn’t think much of it; since her good friend made the request, and it wasn’t too much to ask, she was happy to oblige.

Wang Lei sat on the back, not at all worried about her first ride, but rather feeling quite safe.

Zhang Yu dropped Wang Lei off at her building and was just about to leave.

"Little Yu," Wang Lei called out to her.

Zhang Yu looked at Wang Lei, puzzled about what else there could be.

"You know, your house and school are on the way past mine, so, what about...?" Wang Lei felt that if Zhang Yu could give her a lift to school, it would be much more convenient.

Ahhh, Zhang Yu never expected Wang Lei to stop her just for this; she couldn’t help laughing.

"I am a newbie, you know."

"I find it pretty stable," Wang Lei said pitifully, looking at Zhang Yu with a begging expression.

"Absolutely on the way."

Seeing Wang Lei’s expression, what else could Zhang Yu do? The other party had experienced her driving skills, and indeed, it was along the way.

"I will call you before I head out and wait at the entrance of the community," Zhang Yu estimated the time it would take to get here.

"Okay," Wang Lei gave a thumbs up, "I’m going back to review now, the exam is tomorrow."

Although it might not improve much in such a short time, there was still some hope, right?

When Zhang Li got home, she washed her face briefly before preparing dinner. While eating, she brought up her encounter with Feng Min today to Li Cuifen.

"She didn’t give you a hard time, did she?" Li Cuifen was quite worried.

"Why would she give me a hard time? If she insists on being uncomfortable, I won’t indulge her."

"She’s not dumb, I can be impolite to Wu Hao, why would I be polite to her?"

Although it was just a quick glance, Zhang Yu noticed that Feng Min seemed much wearier than before. She usually took great care of herself and would absolutely not allow herself to go out without looking presentable.

But she went out looking like this, which means the couple’s situation must be really bad right now.

Plus, today was the registration day, and according to Feng Min’s personality, she would definitely dress Wu Jian and his sister in nice new clothes.

But from what she observed, the clothes Wu Jian and his sister were wearing were definitely, definitely not new.

Financial troubles? Their finances have always been tight, but not to the extent where they couldn’t afford new clothes.

It seems that something more serious must have happened. Zhang Yu’s curiosity was piqued again, but unfortunately, she had no sources of information.

Never mind, knowing that the couple is unhappy is already enough; the process isn’t important, the result is what matters.

It’s just the beginning; they’re definitely going to be unhappy in the future. Wu Min’s piano classes have already stopped.

Remember, in the past, Wu Min never hesitated to show off her piano grade, saying she was well-versed in the traditional arts and music— a cultured artistic young lady.

Now, the piano classes have ceased, and as for painting, she is still taking lessons for now, but probably won’t last long. Talent classes are not just a money burner; they burn a lot of money.

If not for the substantial rental income in the past, would Wu Min still have her so-called cultured artistic young lady reputation?

"Two kids to take care of, and both families needing attention; that woman is also quite extravagant with money,"

"And still insisting on fostering the kids’ artistic talents," Li Cuifen knew that was especially costly, "With just a little money, they forget their place."

"If they keep burning money like this, conflicts are bound to arise sooner or later." If there were only one child in the family, everything would be negotiable, but with two children, even the best siblings would have their share of unhappy disputes.

Zhang Yu believed in this: if the Wu Family came into money, Wu Jian would feel there’s no need to invest more in Wu Min; if the Wu Family was short on money, Wu Jian would naturally hope the family would focus on him, not Wu Min.

"Selfish parents can hardly raise outstanding children." And then there’s the Wu and Feng families, both accustomed to leeching off Wu Hao and his wife.

Once Wu Hao and his wife stop doing things their way, conflicts will surely erupt between the two families.

Let them fight; the fiercer, the better. With their home in disarray, how could Wu Hao focus on his work?

Can a deeply affectionate couple stay unchanging, without any petty thoughts?

"Stay out of their business," Li Cuifen served Zhang Yu some more food, signaling that she could focus on her own matters and put more thought into her studies.