She reclaimed her family property and broke off her engagement to go to the countryside.

Chapter 19 Gu's Father's Compensation

"What is this for?"

He was also a little unsure, but since everyone was looking at their own two children, he naturally had to ask.

"Dad, you're finally back!"

Feeling she had someone to rely on, Gu Qingjia quickly ran over.

However, some people were quicker to speak and, with a jumble of words, explained the whole story.

Upon hearing this, Mr. Gu's face darkened.

His act of bringing Ji Shuyin over earned him a lot of goodwill.

Moreover, those who had previously been on good terms with the Ji family also provided him with many conveniences.

If word gets out that they mistreated Ji Shuyin, wouldn't his carefully cultivated public image collapse?

"Dad, Ji Shuyin is just being unreasonable today."

As soon as she got home, before anyone could even question her, Gu Qingjia started complaining.

"Your Majesty!"

Gu's father had never been so angry before, which made her feel smug. This man was probably finished today.

"Did you hear me? My dad is telling you to kneel down."

Now, they're starting to use the tiger's power again.

Gu Yuncheng, who was standing nearby, heard this but said nothing, watching everything indifferently.

"I'm telling you to kneel down!"

Mr. Gu was at his wits' end, wondering how he could have given birth to such a brainless daughter.

Hearing this, Gu Qingjia also looked incredulous.

"Dad, what did you say? You want me to kneel down?"

"Otherwise, what have you been saying outside?"
Shuyin is the daughter-in-law I've chosen, that's your sister-in-law, how could you be so rude?

"And while I wasn't aware, you ransacked her place, disgracing the Gu family. Shouldn't you be punished?"

That sounds nice, but there's no way Gu's father wouldn't know those things.

Without his tacit approval, how could the Gu family be so unscrupulous?
Gu's mother had never liked Ji Shuyin either, always feeling that she had too much of a temper, and coupled with her previous background, she always felt that the other party was superior to her.

Now that the Ji family has fallen on hard times, he feels like a serf who has been liberated and is now singing a song of triumph.

"Why are you talking about the child like that? Shuyin gave them all voluntarily, so don't blame Qingjia."

The pressure was on her, and Ji Shuyin didn't want to offend Gu's father. At least before leaving, she still had to maintain appearances.

So, he glanced at the people around him with fear.

Then, she bit her lip, her eyes filling with tears.

This trick was learned from Tang Weiyu.

Yes, I volunteered.

However, that star pendant was left to me by my parents, and I've worn it since I was little.

"I can give Qingjia anything else she wants, but could you... could I keep this as a keepsake?"

She humbled herself and performed the role to the fullest.

Sure enough, Mr. Gu got angry.

"Look what you've done to your sister-in-law!"
"Now, return the necklace to her immediately, along with everything you've taken from her under various pretexts, including the new clothes you bought her."

"what?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Qingjia immediately became anxious.

If that's the case, then what else does she have to offer?
"What, can't you understand what I'm saying?"

At home, Gu's father was quite authoritative, and he usually had the final say.

However, she really didn't want to give it to him!

"The Ji family fell from power, and our family took her in despite the immense pressure!"

Besides, how can you take back something you've given away? I won't give it back.

Tang Weiyu frowned upon hearing this; this Gu family's little sister was truly an idiot.

Mr. Gu looked up and saw the figure at the door, and he felt angry.

This group of people must have nothing better to do than come to my doorstep to join in the fun.

No, he can't let things continue like this.

He was about to be promoted, a crucial juncture, and absolutely could not afford any mishaps. He turned to look at Gu Qingjia.

"I'm naturally too embarrassed to return the clothes you've worn and the cosmetics you've used to Shuyin."

But you must return this necklace to her, and also return all the clothes that weren't worn.

Otherwise, get out of the Gu family.

Everyone present was stunned by these words.

Gu Qingjia was even more incredulous and asked a question in return.

"Because of Ji Shuyin, you don't want me anymore?"
"I'm your own daughter, do you really think that way?"

The question only fueled his anger; it was a direct challenge to his authority!

"Can't you understand? Now, right now, return the things."

Gu's mother could tell that he was really angry, and with so many onlookers, she quickly pulled her youngest daughter away.

Now is not the time to argue about pride.

"Qingjia, don't make your father angry. Go quickly, take the things out, and return them to your sister-in-law."

In an instant, the two exchanged glances eight hundred times.

The girl, who had just been bristling, snorted coldly and went straight into the house.

Although she was unwilling, she knew that her mother had a plan.

"And you, go and get five hundred yuan for Shuyin, as a way of buying those things Qingjia asked you for before."

"Do I have to pay more?"

When it was her turn to bleed, Gu's mother refused.

"From now on, we're all family, there's really no need for this..."

"Go quickly..."

Gu's father roared, and only then did the man reluctantly go into the inner room.

This person is extremely clever; she must have thought that even if she gave these things away, they would all belong to the Gu family after she married Gu Yuncheng.

It's just transferring money from one hand to the other, nothing serious!
Five minutes later, Gu Qingjia angrily threw the newly bought clothes at her.

Gu's mother also looked displeased and handed five hundred yuan to Ji Shuyin.

"Shuyin, are you satisfied with how I handled this?"

Mr. Gu forced a smile onto his face, trying his best to appear as a kind person.

"Uncle, where's my pendant?!"

"Yes, yes, I almost forgot."

With just one glance, Gu Qingjia reluctantly took off the necklace.

"Here you go, you cheapskate."

Having obtained the most important thing, she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

The farce has come to an end.

Ji Shuyin made an excuse that she was tired and wanted to go back to her room.

Tang Weiyu hurriedly followed, and only when they reached the door did she indifferently turn her head to look at it.

"Is something wrong?"

"Hey, Shuyin, what did the director say when you went to deliver the gift today?"

Having enjoyed the spectacle enough, they only now remember their own affairs; how cunning of them!

And she, too, began to have the idea of ​​toying with the other party.

"The director is very angry, saying that I was just joking!"

"See, they didn't say more than a few words before letting me come back."

Sure enough, Tang Weiyu was a little anxious; she had made great sacrifices for this job.

"What can we do? You promised me, and I've already paid you."

"What's the rush? There are many people in their family. You can prepare some better gifts tomorrow."

It's best to prepare some that are suitable for the elderly, women, and children.

I'll reluctantly go again tomorrow to put in a good word for you.

(End of this chapter)