Old Lady Zhang's Rebirth: Going Mad! Severing Ties with Family! Becoming Incredibly Rich!

It was the same in my past life.

After the four policies were implemented, Zhang Xia began to shower her with attention.

That miser.

Zhang Guiying wouldn't hesitate to pluck a hair from her head if she could.

She immediately took the clothes, pretending not to know anything, "Oh, why did you suddenly decide to buy me clothes today? You've been married to Zhao Chengxin for six years, and this is the first time I've ever seen anything from you."

Zhang Xia chuckled awkwardly, "Mom, what are you saying? Chengxin and I have always been filial. It's just that we couldn't afford it before. When Chengxin and I have money in the future, we will treat you even better."

Then, naturally, the topic of work should be brought up.

Zhang Guiying touched the clothes and stopped her in time, asking, "Did you buy these clothes at a department store? How much did they cost?"

"Yes, I went to the department store specifically to buy it for you. It cost twenty yuan."

Ah!

The same clothes, the same words as in my past life.

After passing on her work from her previous life to Zhang Xia, Zhang Guiying happily went out to show off the clothes Zhang Xia had bought, only to be ridiculed by her nemesis Liu Yufen across the street.

Only then did Zhang Guiying realize that Zhang Xia had bought the outfit from a street stall in Happiness Square. Reluctant to spend the money, Zhang Xia had chosen the cheapest option.

It only cost three yuan.

They want her job, but they're unwilling to spend the money.

With a daughter-in-law like that, what are we waiting for if we don't teach her a lesson?

Zhang Guiying threw the clothes into Zhang Xia's arms, her face suddenly darkening. "You wretch who never tells the truth, would a department store sell such tattered clothes?"

"If I hadn't just gone shopping with your dad at Happiness Square and seen someone selling this clothing at a stall, I would have actually believed your nonsense."

"If you're reluctant to spend money, then don't buy it. I don't necessarily need your things. You bought inferior goods to fool me, and you still have the nerve to call yourself filial! Is this how you and your third brother are filial? You're really something else! I've never seen anything like it!"

Zhao Binghe was stunned.

He and Guiying didn't go to Happiness Square today.

After glancing at Zhang Guiying's expression, Zhao Binghe wisely remained silent.

Zhang Xia was also stunned.

She didn't expect such a coincidence; Zhang Guiying had also gone to Happiness Square today.

Zhang Xia dared not admit it, her heart pounding. "Mom, I really did buy this at the department store. Maybe, maybe it's just that the style is similar."

Stubborn to the end!

Zhang Guiying grabbed Zhang Xia and insisted on going to the department store. "You must have been ripped off! Come on, let's go to the department store now and return the item!"

"..."

When they got to the department store, their secret was exposed!

Zhang Xia was anxious and guilty, and a layer of sweat instantly appeared on her forehead. She hurriedly grabbed Zhang Guiying and said, "Mom, I think I've been scammed. I heard that the sales staff in department stores buy goods from outside and sell them in the department stores. I must have been cheated."

Zhang Guiying watched her performance quietly. "Are scammers these days so brazen? As a public official, how can you use your position to seek personal gain? Do you live up to the trust the organization and the people have placed in you?"

"No, this kind of behavior absolutely cannot be tolerated. Tell me which salesperson it was, and I'll take the clothes right now to the department store to find their manager and demand an explanation to prevent more people from being deceived!"

"..."

Zhang Guiying is incredibly strong.

Zhang Xia couldn't hold her back at all; she was so frightened that her face turned pale, and she quickly looked to Zhao Chengxin for help.

Zhao Chengxin was furious.

When I needed something, I thought of finding him. Why didn't I do it sooner?

A formal job is worth so much these days. Zhang Xia wants to work, but she can't even bear to spend a little money. How did he end up marrying such a stingy wife?

Anger is anger.

You still have to help your own wife.

Zhao Chengxin quickly ran over and hugged Zhang Guiying's arm. "Mom, don't be angry. Zhang Xia has definitely been scammed, but the department store is about to close. By the time we get there, it will be closed."

"Okay, I'll take the day off tomorrow and go to the department store with Zhang Xia. We'll definitely resolve this matter beautifully, and then we'll have their manager get you a nicer outfit."

Zhang Guiying knew when to stop. She glanced at the sky, pretending to be serious. "It's getting dark. The department store is about to close. Okay, let's do it your way."

On the way back, she muttered to herself, "So filial, huh? I've never seen her buy her dad any clothes. Her dad works like an old ox, sacrificing for the family, but nobody seems to see it."

The sound wasn't loud.

Just enough for Zhang Xia and Zhao Chengxin to hear.

The young couple exchanged a glance but didn't dare to say a word.

Zhang Xia cooked dinner that night. She clearly went all out today, buying several pounds of pork ribs and making a big pot of pork rib stew with green beans, eggplant, and potatoes.

"Mom, eat more."

Zhang Xia kept putting ribs on Zhang Guiying's plate, and after thinking for a moment, she put a few more on Zhao Binghe's plate as well. "Mom and Dad, you've worked so hard for this family all these years. Look how thin you two are. It's only because I don't have a job and no money that I'm able to buy you meat every day."

Zhang Guiying didn't respond at all.

Zhang Xia wanted to say something, but Zhao Chengxin tugged at her clothes from under the table.

The benefits haven't even been given yet, and you're already expecting results? There's no such thing as a free lunch. I gestured to her with my eyes that she should go to the department store tomorrow to buy her mother new clothes before bringing up the work.

Zhang Xia had no choice but to endure it.

After finishing the meal, Zhang Xia dutifully cleared the table and washed the dishes. When she came back, she asked Zhang Guiying solicitously, "Mom, what do you want to eat tomorrow? I'll buy it for you."

It's foolish not to take advantage of a good deal.

Zhang Guiying immediately named several dishes she wanted to eat. "Let's make braised pork belly. We haven't had braised pork belly in a long time. We'll also buy some pork belly to stir-fry with garlic sprouts. This dish goes well with rice. It would be best to also stir-fry green peppers and eggs. Xiazhi and Qiuzhi love this dish."

"Let's buy some more egg rolls and peach shortbread. I haven't had them in ages and I'm really craving them. It would be even better if we could get some malted milk powder too... Hey? Why do you look so pale? Didn't you ask me what I wanted to eat? You got upset when I told you."

Zhang Xia's face turned green.

That old hag is really rude.

Meat is so expensive, and there are so many mouths to feed in the family, how much meat would be enough? There are also egg rolls, peach shortbread, and malted milk powder, all of which are precious items that she herself has never been willing to buy.

If Zhao Chengxin really bought it as Zhang Guiying suggested, he would have to spend half a month's salary.

Zhang Xia was heartbroken and her heart ached.

But for the sake of her work, she forced a smile and said, "Mom, I'm not upset. As long as you want to eat something, Chengxin and I will definitely buy it for you. Tomorrow night we'll have braised pork, pork belly stir-fried with garlic sprouts, and green pepper stir-fried with eggs."

The children cheered.

Even Zhao Xueyi's eyes lit up.

Zhang Guiying said in a mocking tone, "Oh, I was just kidding. What kind of family do we have? We can't afford to be so extravagant..."

Zhang Xia forced a stiff smile. "We don't eat like this every day. Since you finally want to eat something, Chengxin and I will definitely make sure you get to eat it."

Zhang Guiying's performance was very engaging. Holding Zhang Xia's hand, her face was full of affection. "Look at you, buying clothes for Mom and making delicious food for Mom... You are much better than the eldest son's wife. Mom knew that you and the third son were a good match."

Zhang Xia forced a smile, "Mom, this is all I should do."

After they each returned to their rooms...

Zhang Xia couldn't hold back anymore, and tears streamed down her face.