Rebirth 78: Hunting for Treasure in the Mountains, Spoiling My Wife and Daughter to the Heavens

A person with a tragic fate?

Everyone has a different definition of this word.

Lu Weiguo had experienced both lows and highs in his previous life, but after listening to what Village Chief Huang said...

My opinion of Shu Ruizhi has also changed.

"She is not Old Mrs. Wang's child; this little baby is Old Mrs. Wang's sister's child."

Old Mrs. Wang's sister used to be a maid in a landlord's household, but she didn't have any of those stories about maids falling for young masters.

Instead, she took a fancy to a traveling opera singer who performed in villages. People say that prostitutes are heartless and actors are unrighteous.

But back then, for the sake of love, they were loyal and devoted, and no matter what difficulties they faced, they eventually came together.

But fate had other plans. Just when the two had finally gotten together, the actress was killed by bandits in the mountains.

When Wang Laoda found out, she was already pregnant with a child, Shu Ruizhi. Doesn't that name sound different from what you'd hear in a rural area?

Because that's the name the actor gave it before he died.

Huang Guangzu talked for a long time, and only after he had extinguished his cigarette did he remember to take a puff.

"On the day the child was born, Wang Laoda committed suicide at the place where the actress died, which is why the child was left with the Shu family, and her name was changed from Fu Ruizhi to Shu Ruizhi."

"But the Shu family are all beasts. They squandered all the money left by that actor, and Shu Ruizhi was always treated like a slave because she wasn't their child."

After hearing this story, Lu Weiguo stared wide-eyed, looking utterly incredulous.

To be honest, this kind of plot has never been seen on television in later generations; it's only sung in operas.

If he hadn't heard it with his own ears, he would have thought it was just a story!

"Does your sister-in-law know about this?"

"She probably doesn't know, so we shouldn't tell her. Back then, only a few of us old folks knew about this. We liked listening to operas back then, so we knew a bit more about it."

But these are all old things, let's not talk about them anymore, or you'll report me again.

When Village Chief Huang saw Lu Weiguo's eyes darting around, he knew that the kid was up to some mischief again.

He swiped the cigarettes Lu Weiguo had placed in his breast pocket, humming a little tune, and left behind a dashing silhouette.

Lu Weiguo thought about it and realized that his acting skills were not good enough. He had just learned about the news and his unusual behavior was noticed when he entered the room.

So he simply went home and called his wife, children, sister-in-law, and Zhao Yangyang to the old house.

If you don't spend the New Year at home, you should at least have a family reunion at home on the Little New Year.

On the way, Lu Weiguo recounted what had just happened.

Several women's eyes reddened when they heard that Shu Ruizhi had been driven to this state by her own mother.

"Alright, stop crying, okay? If your sister-in-law doesn't say anything, just pretend you don't know anything. She has a strong sense of pride, so just act like usual."

As for how well these women put on their act...

Lu Weiguo didn't realize it.

However, three women make a drama, and now that the four women of the Lu family's old house are gathered together, it's quite a lively scene.

Li Xiulian will be the main speaker, covering things to pay attention to when giving birth, as well as many details about caring for a child.

Li Xiuhe talks about how to cultivate a good interest in children.

Zhao Yangyang was much more mischievous, constantly trying to convince the other three of the benefits of that kind of thing.

Especially at this time, Shu Ruizhi.

If you gently insert it a few times, it will bring good luck to your husband.

Lu Weiguo listened secretly, his mouth stretched to his ears, and hurriedly told Lu Baojia to behave himself recently.

Zhao Yangyang had only heard about it, but he knew for sure that the baby was almost engaged in the pelvis this month.

You absolutely mustn't lose control of your lower body.

"Dad, I'll cook today, so the whole family can have a good meal together."

Lu Weiguo took the kitchen knife from his mother's hand, his parents still looking grim.

"Sigh, you're all mothers, how can anyone be so heartless to their own daughter?" Liu Yuqin still couldn't understand why the old lady of the Shu family would do such a thing: "We're all family, is money really that important? Nothing is more important than the whole family being together."

"Hmph! If that's how you think, then why did you spoil Wei Guo back then?" Father Lu said, coaxing his grandchildren.

"Okay, okay, you're right. But from now on, you have to treat Ruizhi like your own daughter."

"Of course!" Lu Dewang said seriously, but then he immediately thought of his two daughters: "Hey, do you think our daughters will be able to come back this year?"

He really couldn't say whether her two older sisters who had married and moved to Shenyang would be able to come back.

Actually, my brother-in-law was a local back then.

However, as heavy industry began to develop on a large scale across the country, a recruitment team came from Shenyang to recruit the first batch of steelworkers.

The two brothers-in-law were wholeheartedly devoted to the country's development, so the sister went with them.

"Mom and Dad, I need to discuss something with you. I'd like to spend the Lunar New Year at Xiulian's house this year, and bring the children with me."

Lu Weiguo didn't explain the reason, but took the opportunity to say it.

"Huh? Oh, my father-in-law has no one to spend the New Year with." Lu Dewang was about to curse Lu Weiguo as a beast when he suddenly realized what he meant.

"Go ahead, go ahead, it's all settled now. You and Xiulian will spend the year at your in-laws' place, and next year you'll come back to our home. One family, no fighting for a year."

These are all trivial matters. As long as our family is safe and sound, and loves each other, that's enough.

Without experiencing Shu Ruizhi's situation, Lu's stubborn father might not have been able to come to his senses.

"Yes, Dad has a high level of ideological awareness. He's definitely a good comrade from the poor and lower-middle peasants." Lu Weiguo shredded potatoes quickly while also flattering his father.

"You don't need to flatter me. Just remember, things are chaotic in the county town. Don't always think about playing with Xiulian; you must take good care of my precious grandchildren!"

Lu Weiguo cooks very quickly.

Before long, the dining table in the main house was filled with delicious food.

Braised pork ribs, braised pork belly, crucian carp with tofu, chicken and mushrooms, a plate of peanuts and a pastry platter.

The two Li sisters sat on either side of Shu Ruizhi, serving her food and taking care of her, which brought Shu Ruizhi to tears several times.

After finishing the meal.

While the women were clearing the table, Lu Baojia pulled Lu Weiguo out.

"What's up, bro?"

Lu Weiguo handed Lu Baojia a cigarette, lit it, and exhaled a smoke ring.

"You've been smoking quite a lot lately, haven't you? I heard you're not coming home for Chinese New Year?"

Lu Weiguo nodded, thinking to himself, "Does this really need to be discussed separately?"

"By the way, Weiguo, since you're not coming back, I have a favor to ask of you." Lu Baojia looked embarrassed.

"What's up, bro? Tell me, what's there to ask for between us brothers?"

"Um... could you tell that silly boy Dazhuang that if your sister-in-law is about to give birth or isn't feeling well during the New Year, he can come and pick her up in his oxcart?"

That silly boy will listen to you. Uncle Niu is old and doesn't take care of the cattle anymore. I'm worried that if you're not around, there won't be enough people to help at home.

Upon hearing this, Lu Weiguo thought, "Is this even a big deal?"

But thinking about it, it makes sense. Now, Liu Dazhuang in the village is in charge of the old yellow ox.

Apart from Lu Weiguo, anyone else who wanted to use a cow had to kneel down and beg him, and they still had to get the village chief's signature first.

"Okay! You're so thoughtful, brother. If possible, you must take your sister-in-law to the county hospital when she gives birth. Don't worry about the money."

With my brother here, the safety of my nephew and sister-in-law is the most important thing.

"There's nothing I can do. Your sister-in-law's emotions have been fluctuating a lot lately, and I'm worried her health won't be able to handle it... Sigh, why is she so unlucky to have such parents..."