1970s: My childhood sweetheart ran away, and I turned around and married the wildest chief.

Lu Mingyue and Lu Mingyu both had excellent grades when they were in school. They always remembered how proud their family was when Lu Minghui got into university! At that time, they thought that they would also get into university in the future and make their mother proud.

Unfortunately, the college entrance exam was over before they even grew up.

Lu Mingyue excitedly grabbed Qiao Wanqing's arm and leaned closer to ask, "Sister-in-law, really? Have you heard something?"

This sister-in-law comes from such a good family, could it be that she has some inside information?

Qiao Wanqing smiled. "No, it's just that I think it's very possible. Primary and secondary schools were closed before, but they gradually reopened in the following years. This year, many intellectuals have returned to the city. The country needs to develop, and it definitely needs to cultivate the next generation. These children can only be educated through schools."

"I was thinking, maybe one day the college entrance examination will be reinstated. If you can get into university, the Lu family won't look down on you anymore. Look at the old house's attitude now, isn't it just because Lu Minghui and your fourth brother are successful? It's a good thing your fourth brother has his current status, otherwise, your whole family would be suppressed and beaten by Lu Minghui."

Lu Mingyu glanced towards the main house and nodded, saying, "If I could go to university and become as capable as my older brother, Grandpa might give me the money."

Boys are naturally inclined to compete for family resources, but Lu Mingyue, who is the same age, doesn't have this awareness.

Qiao Wanqing glanced at the two of them but didn't say anything.

Lu Mingyue glanced at the main house, rolled her eyes, and said, "I think Grandpa is just senile. My eldest brother has no feelings for the family at all. He's never been kind to his own sister, let alone the old house. How can you expect him to help the rest of the clan? It's laughable!"

She never helped her fourth brother, who even sent her clothes and food.

Lu Mingqian is so protective of Lu Minghui, yet her younger brother hasn't given her anything all these years.

Xu Li and her two children were dressed so elegantly!

Qiao Wanqing smiled, "Just because he doesn't help my sister doesn't mean he definitely won't help the brothers and uncles in the old house."

Lu Mingyue was stunned. "How is that possible?"

"In a man's world, everything is about interests. If promoting the Lu brothers can keep getting money from your grandfather, then he will definitely do it."

Lu Mingyue opened her mouth, somewhat incredulous.

"Impossible, right? His...his sister..."

"His sister is worthless." Qiao Wanqing's voice was full of rationality. "When Lu Minghui becomes successful and famous in the future, he may give Lu Mingqian some benefits, but definitely not now. Right now, he himself still needs help from others, and he will never waste his energy on Lu Mingqian."

Lu Mingyue: "..."

Girls are generally more mature than boys, and they are more sensitive. With someone to teach them, they will understand.

Seeing that the little girl seemed to understand, Qiao Wanqing considered teaching her some principles of human nature, but then decided against it.

After all, she's my sister-in-law, so it's best not to say too much.

If she were to tell Lu Mingzhou now that he shouldn't trust men too much in the future, and that he should be wary of even his husband, and not give up his job, power, or money to dedicate to a man, would he turn around and tell Lu Mingzhou?

Forget it, it's best not to confide in your in-laws too much; they're the real family, after all.

Being fond of lecturing others is a major taboo in life!

"Anyway, if you two have time, review your old knowledge. What if your fourth brother has the opportunity to arrange for you to work in a big city? Jobs in big factories all require exams. If you don't know anything, your brother will be embarrassed to arrange it for you. It's always good to be prepared."

After explaining these things, she didn't say anything more. She strolled around the yard a few times, and before she knew it, it was lunchtime.

The main house of the Lu family was quite large, with five tables set up for the old man and woman, his brothers, elders from the clan, and outstanding descendants from various families.

Although we invited many people today, both big and small, the less important ones didn't even get a chance to sit at the table. The women and children were all in the kitchen!

On this side of the main house, there are all important people.

Among them, the only ones who are special are Qiao Wanqing, Xu Li, and Miao Cuiying.

As for Old Mrs. Lu, she shouldn't have had a chance to sit at the table in the first place. It was probably because Qiao Wanqing and the other women were there that they arranged for her, as an elder, to come over. Especially Miao Cuiying, who would be easier to talk to if she threw a tantrum later.

Qiao Wanqing and Xu Li are here not because of their husbands, but because of their family background.

Because of her distinguished background and the fact that she married one of the two most outstanding grandsons of the Lu family, she was given this favor.

Miao Cuiying is here because she is the main character today. The reason she is sitting here is more because she is Lu Mingzhou's mother and the director of the supply and marketing cooperative.

After all, even the second son, Lu Ming'an, the real victim, didn't get to sit at the table.

Lu Mingzhou and Lu Minghui were both seated at the main table, while Qiao Wanqing and the other two didn't even get a seat at the main table.

This small, run-down family has quite a few rules.

After they sat down, the men started talking loudly and exchanging pleasantries. The old man at the head table was giving a speech, and Qiao Wanqing, who was sitting next to him, was getting hungry from listening to him, even though the meal hadn't started yet.

After a long wait, the old man finally got to the point.

"Minghui, Mingzhou, you two are the most outstanding juniors of the Lu family. Grandpa called you two here today along with so many uncles and elders, hoping that you would put aside some unfounded prejudices from the past and help each other in the future."

"You two are brothers, and there's no deep-seated hatred between you. Don't let some conflicts between women cause you to turn against each other. That's not the behavior of someone who's destined for greatness."

"I have already punished and compensated Ming'an for what happened back then. This matter should have ended back then, but Mingzhou's mother has never let it go. Since you brothers want to reconcile today, then Grandpa will do it one last time. I hope you can each make concessions. Of course, Grandpa will also compensate you."

"Mingzhou, I'll have your eldest sister come over and apologize to your mother properly. And from now on, kick her out of the house. She's no longer a member of the Lu family, and the Lu family will no longer protect her. Tell your mother to stop taking her anger out on your eldest brother. He wasn't involved back then. Because of this, you brothers have been estranged for so many years. He's too short-sighted. It's not good for either of you in the future."

"Even brothers should help each other so that things can get better in the future."

After saying that, the old man said to one of his grandsons on the other side, "Go and call your sister Mingqian here."

Lu Mingqian was quickly summoned over. Her face was full of determination, with a heroic spirit of facing death, as if she were carrying out a glorious and great mission!

Without even needing Old Master Lu to speak, she walked firmly to Miao Cuiying, knelt down with a thud, and kowtowed three times to Miao Cuiying. "Mom, I was the one who did what happened back then. I was wicked and caused my second brother to become an idiot. I am willing to accept the Lu family's punishment. I only hope that you will not hold my brother accountable anymore. This matter has nothing to do with Minghui. He was so young back then. He didn't know anything. He and Mingzhou are brothers. They should have supported each other."

"It's my fault, it's all my fault."