Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!
Chapter 147 Another Cliffhanger_1

Chapter 147: Chapter 147 Another Cliffhanger_1

Wang Ru thought about Zhou Xuehan’s inner apprehensions, she hadn’t anticipated that her arrival would change so much, that the Zhou family would get involved with the Wu family so soon. She wouldn’t allow Zhou Xuehan to step over her head, "I know them, don’t be fooled by them. They might dress nicely, but they’re actually from the countryside. They won’t be of any help to you at all."

In her heart, Wang Ru thought that if the Zhou family’s clever plan backfired, Wu Ming would surely hate the Zhou family, and the Zhou family wouldn’t need her to worry about their outcome—it wouldn’t be good anyway.

Regrettably, Zhulan and Zhou Shuren’s expressions didn’t change, and the people from the Wu family weren’t surprised either.

Instead, Wu Ming was convinced that this woman must be scheming. She had even inquired about his Uncle Zhou’s family clearly, and she might very well be in collusion with swindlers, all part of a trap plotting against him. If he were to genuinely accept the woman’s help, who knew if instead of being helped, he might be beyond salvation. He silently memorized the woman’s appearance and clenched the hand behind his back tightly. Today, they took advantage of his weakness and plotted against him, but he resolved that once he became powerful, he would repay each and every act.

The family of swindlers was initially delighted, thinking that the person the Wu family had found had an official background, which meant their plans could continue. But once they saw how unruffled the couple was after being exposed, they lost the confidence that had led them to shout and protest.

For a moment, the main hall was exceptionally quiet.

Wang Ru finally realized something was amiss; the people from the Wu family were glaring at her in anger, while the elderly Zhou couple remained indifferent. When it dawned on her that the two families were not newly acquainted, her face turned pale and panic set in her heart. She hadn’t disrupted the Zhou family’s plans; instead, she was now the one who had caused trouble, attracting the attention of a future big shot. She trembled, regretting that she had provoked such a figure.

At that moment, Zhulan noticed Zhao Bo and Ming Qing arriving and nudged the distracted Zhou Shuren. Zhou Shuren came to his senses and stood up, "Brother Zhao, I’m afraid I have to trouble you again today."

Understanding the situation, Zhao Bo was more than willing to lend a hand, reaching out to support Zhou Shuren who was rising to greet him. Zhou Shuren truly was a brother, even bringing him opportunities to show kindness. After the imperial examinations, Wu Ming’s reputation had grown significantly, with many favoring him, and there were even bets on whether he would achieve the title of Xiao Sanyuan or not!

He knew of Zhou Shuren’s abilities; having gone out with him and forged connections, Zhou Shuren met quite a few capable people. Even if today’s matter was troublesome, Zhou Shuren could find someone to help.

Zhou Shuren truly hadn’t considered all that Zhao Bo was imagining; his only thought had been that the Zhao surname wielded the greatest influence in Pingzhou City and, as he got along best with Zhao Bo, he hoped that Wu Ming would establish a connection with Zhao Bo too. Ultimately, it was all for Wu Ming’s benefit.

It could only be blamed on Zhou Shuren’s display of competence in Zhao Bo’s presence, along with an inscrutable aura, that led Zhao Bo to overthink.

Zhou Shuren saw the meaningful looks from Zhao Bo and caught the gratitude in his eyes. In an instant, he realized he had gained a favor for nothing.

Clearing his throat, Zhao Bo glared coldly at the family of swindlers, "I don’t care what sort of schemes you have hatched behind the scenes, but now, get out."

The swindler’s family had been looking for an opportunity to leave early on. Hearing the Zhao surname, they were reminded not to provoke anyone with that name in Pingzhou, especially those wearing a Zhao family Jade Pendant. Only those with at least the Scholar status owned one, and they were mere commoners. They hadn’t known that the Wu family from East City would have connections with the Zhao family, otherwise they would never have conspired against Wu Ming at their nephew’s behest.

The chief of the swindlers bowed cautiously, placing the extorted Silver Coins meticulously on the table, "We were blind, we deserve punishment, we will not dare do it again in the future, we’ll leave right now."

Zhou Shuren spoke indifferently, "Just now you said that your leg was broken, it doesn’t seem right to walk out so perfectly intact, does it?"

The hall fell silent again. Zhulan glanced at Zhou Shuren, realizing he had a purpose behind his words.

Others didn’t know and simply saw Zhou Shuren as a man with a ruthless heart, especially Wang Ru whose pupils shrank, interpreting it as the old Zhou wanting the man’s legs—the Zhou family was truly heartless!

The chief of the swindlers trembled, knowing that a broken leg would render him crippled; he fell to his knees, pleading with Wu Ming, "Dear nephew, I was deluded and listened to Zhang Heng’s words. I can’t lose my legs, my whole family depends on me. There’s a head for every debt and a debtor for every sin, please spare me!"

Wu Ming, seething with hatred, should have guessed it earlier. He stared at the man’s unbroken legs, "Then, it depends on how much your legs are worth in Silver Coins."

Zhulan winked at Zhou Shuren, signaling that there was no need for him to speak anymore.

Zhou Shuren hadn’t planned to say anything more, knowing that Wu Ming would understand his intentions. He just looked deep into Wu Ming’s quickly reacting eyes, wondering why he suddenly felt as if the stakes were raised again.