TFSRITA Chapter 107

Yan Qing didn’t refuse but memorized the prices of the clothes, planning to pay the money back to the police officer later.

After that, she moved into Zhang Xiaoyu’s house.

However, it wasn’t long before Yan Xianhong, who had just been discharged from the hospital, came looking for her.

He was accompanied by Yan Min and his wife, as well as Nie Cuihua.

The group seemed surprisingly gentle; they didn’t appear angry upon seeing her—at least, that was how it looked on the surface.

“Qingqing, it’s Auntie’s fault. I have a bad temper and scared you. Don’t be angry,” Yan Min said as she placed a gift on the coffee table. She unwrapped it to reveal an exquisite Barbie doll set.

The original owner had once longed for Yan Yue’s Barbie dolls. One time, she secretly touched one, but Yan Yue saw her, disdained her, and ruthlessly burned the doll. While burning it, she scolded her for being an orphan and made it clear that even if the toy was destroyed, she wouldn’t give it to her.

The original owner kept this in mind, and the other members of the Yan family also remembered it. Thinking that Yan Qing still liked Barbie dolls, they brought this gift to appease her.

Zhang Xiaoyu didn’t try to stop Yan Qing’s relatives from visiting; she merely observed anxiously, fearing they might threaten her in secret.

However, she was mistaken this time. The Yan family had already agreed to use sweet talk—after all, what did a sixteen-year-old girl know? A little coaxing would do the trick.

Grandma Yan was probably the family member who treated her the best. She didn’t hit or scold her much, usually speaking kindly. When others bullied her too harshly, she would stand up for her.

At this moment, Grandma Yan sat next to Yan Qing, her wrinkled hand wrapping around Yan Qing’s frail body, her eyes reddened. “Oh my dear, don’t be angry. Your uncle was just momentarily out of his mind. I’ve already taught him a lesson. We’re family; don’t let this escalate, okay?”

If it were the original owner, she might have felt touched. But in reality, Grandma Yan was complicit in the wrongdoing. Only when things became serious would she lend her support. She felt it was only natural for the original owner to be surrounded by a pack of wolves since she was a girl. What right did a girl have to inherit her son’s family fortune?

It should naturally go to her other son!

Thus, she had always disliked Yan Qing, who nominally occupied the family assets. Every time she spoke up, it stemmed from her fears; she dreaded dreaming about her third son and daughter-in-law and them accusing her of being too harsh on their granddaughter, wanting her life!

The faint smell of smoke brushed against her nose, causing Yan Qing to subtly furrow her brow. Slowly lifting her head, she asked softly, “You really won’t hit me again?”

“No, no!” Yan Xianhong shook his head immediately, his pale face stern as he declared, “If anyone dares to hit you, just tell your uncle, and I’ll deal with them!”

Yan Qing smiled faintly, as if convinced by them, but then suddenly asked with concern, “Do I still have to apologize to the Chu family?”

“No…” Grandma Yan began to shake her head but was interrupted by Yan Xianhong.

“Good niece, let’s discuss this. We still need to go to the Chu family, but it’s just to apologize and say we’re sorry, okay? The Chu family is quite powerful. If we don’t apologize, we’ll only be left begging on the streets. Please help your uncle out. Besides, this company was founded by your father. If it’s gone, won’t that upset you?”

“……Okay.” Yan Qing nodded quietly.

Yan Xianhong was relieved. Not apologizing wasn’t an option; the Chu family was a minefield. If something went wrong, going bankrupt would be better than this situation.

At least if they went bankrupt, they could still retain some assets.

“Good girl, good girl,” Yan Xianhong smiled with relief.

The others looked significantly more relaxed, but just then, Yan Qing said, “I can apologize, but I need my share of the house money.”

“What?” Yan Xianhong’s smile froze instantly. His eyes bulged as if he were about to get angry, but he thought better of it in this situation and forced a shallow smile. “Niece, you don’t understand. The house hasn’t been sold yet, and our family is currently in a difficult situation. We don’t have any money right now, do we? Once we get through this…”

Yan Qing shook her head. “I want my share of the house money, or I won’t go!”

“You—” Yan Xianhong’s expression grew increasingly menacing.

Zhang Xiaoyu initially thought Yan Qing was about to compromise, but seeing the stubborn look on the little girl’s face brought her relief. She was a clever girl. She coughed lightly. “Ahem…”

The sound caught Yan Xianhong’s attention, and he glanced at Grandma Yan, signaling her.

Grandma Yan quickly said, “Sweetheart, you’re old enough now, and you should understand. The family is in a difficult situation right now. Can you wait a bit? Don’t worry, we’re family. If they don’t give it to you later, Grandma will help you get it!”

The others were too afraid to speak. They were in no position to make decisions and had often bullied Yan Qing before, fearing any backlash. But when Grandma Yan spoke, they quickly nodded, worried she wouldn’t listen.

At that moment, they all looked like starving dogs, eager for a meal.

Yan Qing bit her lip, glancing at them timidly, but she still shook her head.

As the group’s disappointment grew, she added, “Then how about I exchange my company shares for it? The police officers said my father’s company and the shares were inherited by me, as well as my mother’s. I’ll trade my shares with you for the money. If you give me the money, I’ll apologize. Whatever you want from me afterward, I’ll agree…”

“The shares are ours!” Nie Cuihua couldn’t help but shout angrily. Looking at the frail girl, she felt like going up and throttling her. That little brat, who told her this? Shares? Don’t even think about it! They belonged to them; it was definite!

Zhang Xiaoyu spoke loudly, “Those shares belong to Yan Qing! They’re not yours!” Then she turned to Yan Qing and said, “Don’t be afraid. Uncle and Auntie will help you. We have lawyers who will fight your case for free. If that doesn’t work, we’ll pool our money together to hire a good lawyer, and we’ll get everything back for you!”