Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!
Chapter 186: Wielding the Big Sword_1

Chapter 186: Chapter 186: Wielding the Big Sword_1

Zhou Shuren hugged Zhulan tightly before he said, "Ms. Dong has taken a fancy to Chang Lian. The county magistrate questioned Chang Lian and Chang Zhi, and he was very satisfied with Chang Lian. He even told me to put more thought into Chang Zhi in the future and not to be too ignorant of practical affairs. Even if one has talent, it’s not good for the future without practical knowledge."

Zhulan sighed, "Mr. Dong and Mrs. Dong truly cherish their daughter. If she really took a liking to Chang Zhi, Ms. Dong would have a lifetime of worries ahead of her."

Zhou Shuren laughed, "She took a liking to Chang Lian, and there’s certainly a reason that has to do with the eldest son-in-law. At the beginning, the eldest son-in-law only focused on reading. He wasn’t quick-witted or considerate, and he didn’t even know how to protect his wife. Now with sufficient experience, he has come to realize that Chang Lian’s thoughtfulness isn’t all bad."

Zhulan chuckled, "Mr. Dong’s calculations are also clear. You don’t have connections. In the future, whether it’s becoming a Graduate or achieving even more, you’ll have to rely on Mr. Dong to a certain extent. He helps you, and naturally, you will keep it in mind. Given your character, you would also not allow Chang Lian to mistreat Dong Chuchu in the future."

Zhou Shuren understood, "We are all parents, and it is only natural to plan far ahead for our children."

Zhulan said, "Given Chang Lian’s cleverness, he must have guessed the purpose of this occasion. He must be overjoyed!"

Thinking of the always smiling Chang Lian since returning, Zhou Shuren touched Zhulan’s fingers, "Just right, I also want to see Chang Lian’s reaction."

He wanted to see if Chang Lian would get carried away from now on. If he really did, he shouldn’t blame him for taking up the sword.

Zhulan understood, Zhou Shuren intended to carefully teach Chang Lian, "I hope that nearly a year of guidance will be fruitful and not let us down."

Everyone in the Zhou family was astute. From the moment Chang Lian returned with a smile, it was clear that the match had been successful, and even the eldest and his wife, after being prompted, understood clearly.

Chang Lian becoming the son-in-law of the county magistrate’s family was a great joy for the Zhou family. At dinner, the whole family was filled with happiness.

Zhulan, however, still had little appetite. Looking at the table, she thought of the stewed snake meat, and associating it with the foods cooked in the pot, she felt a bit of turmoil in her stomach!

Zhulan felt uncomfortable, and Zhou Shuren’s mood was somber. Zhou elder was thinking of congratulating Chang Lian, but seeing his father expressionless, he turned his gaze toward the second son. The second son kept his head down and ate as if the dish was exceptionally delicious today, showing no intention of conversation. He silently closed his mouth. He wasn’t smart, but he could grasp some things and knew that following the second brother was the right thing to do.

Because of Zhulan’s indirect influence, dinner was quietly enjoyed. Nobody congratulated Chang Lian, who cooled down from his feverish state, having previously felt elated, thinking that even if he could not outdo Chang Zhi, he would still be the county magistrate’s son-in-law. Perhaps one day, the family would rely on him. He was waiting for the family’s flattery.

But his father’s indifference was like a sobering blow to the head. Throughout the year, his fear of his father had seeped into his bones. His head no longer hot, a cold sweat broke out on his back as he believed his father’s lack of expression indicated disappointment.

Chang Lian was on edge. Today had been only a verbal agreement, and no formal proposal had been made. Everything could still change. Reflecting on the way back home, his father had been silent, and he deeply felt that his father had set a pitfall, just waiting for him to leap in. The cold sweat on his back increased, and his dread of his father grew.

Zhou Shuren’s attention was on Zhulan, but his peripheral vision also kept watch over his sons. He was most satisfied with the second son, who really kept his composure. There was no need to look at Chang Zhi; the child simply did not care. The eldest had become a bit smarter and noticed the change in Chang Lian. Being able to stay calm and to fear was a sign that his and Zhulan’s year of effort had not been wasted.

They were only afraid that Chang Lian would become too selfish, fearless and uncontrolled one day. For now, it was still good, and there was no need for Zhou Shuren to draw his broadsword.

After dinner, Zhulan force-fed herself due to her self-discipline, and only after the children had returned to their own rooms did she go to the toilet to vomit. After rinsing her mouth and returning, she lay down and didn’t feel like moving anymore, utterly drained. She didn’t have the energy to ask in detail, "Let’s talk about the marriage proposal tomorrow morning when I’m feeling a bit better."

The county magistrate had already given a verbal notice. The proposal had to be planned, and quickly!

Zhou Shuren, feeling pity, cuddled Zhulan and patted her back softly, "Sleep, don’t be afraid when I’m here."

Zhulan, "Yeah."