In a chaotic world of infrastructure development, a woman's path to survival after being reborn

Pei Jiaojiao had originally planned to have a good cry, but her father exposed her, which made her quite embarrassed. However, she did not give up. Instead, she stubbornly said, "Wasn't the situation different back then? Besides, can't I regret it now?"

Grandpa Pei was shocked that his daughter would think this way. He said in disbelief, "You actually think that way?"

Pei Jiaojiao was a little scared, especially after seeing her father's ugly face, but there was no way to take back what she had said, so she continued, "Brother Zhao married a woman of unknown identity. That woman is not good enough for him. If you ask him to restore the marriage contract, he will definitely agree."

After hearing Pei Jiaojiao's words, the other members of the Pei family also pondered the possibility, and they actually felt that what she said made a lot of sense.

Fantasizing that if Zhao Zexuan became the Pei family's son-in-law, they wouldn't have to live in fear every day, many members of the Pei family echoed, "We think what our little sister said makes sense. Compared to Zhao Zexuan's current wife, our little sister's background is so much better."

Pei Jiaojiao, who had been feeling a little guilty under her father's gaze, immediately straightened up after receiving support from her family and continued to plead, "Father, please agree to my request. Please go and mention it to Brother Zhao. Perhaps Brother Zhao is just waiting for us to bring it up."

Looking at the expectant faces of his sons and daughters-in-law, for some reason, Old Master Pei felt extremely tired, especially after facing his dim-witted daughter.

Because he was exhausted, Old Master Zhao didn't speak for a while and remained silent.

Pei Jiaojiao probably couldn't read facial expressions. Seeing that her father didn't speak, she assumed that he supported her, so she spoke up on her own: "Father, don't worry, after I marry Brother Zhao, I will take special care of our family. At that time, I will be your support."

The terms were incredibly tempting, and the rest of the Pei family couldn't help but dream about them. They happily chimed in, "Little sister, you'd better pay more attention to us in the future. You should know that this opportunity was given up by the entire family."

Hearing this, Pei Jiaojiao smiled and replied, "Don't worry, I will definitely pay more attention to my family."

The matter was clearly not yet settled, but everyone in the family felt that it was a done deal. This made Old Master Pei feel a little tired. Just as the conversation seemed to be continuing, Old Master Pei slammed the teacup in his hand to the ground.

A loud crack instantly drew everyone's attention. The Pei family members stared in disbelief at the source of the sound, somewhat bewildered.

Old Master Pei is the head of the Pei family, both in the past and now, so when everyone saw his expression, they all tacitly chose to keep quiet.

Seeing that things had finally quieted down, Old Master Pei finally spoke up: "Speak up, why did you stop? Weren't you having a lively discussion just now?"

Pei Jiaojiao was startled by the sound of the teacup shattering, so her face turned very pale. She asked incredulously, "Father, you don't agree with my idea."

Upon hearing this, Old Master Pei pointed his finger, seemingly disappointed, and said, "How could I have given birth to such a stupid daughter like you?"

This was the most hurtful thing Grandpa Pei ever said to Pei Jiaojiao. Even Pei Jiaojiao herself didn't react immediately after he said it. Once she did, tears welled up in her eyes.

Madam Pei knew Old Master Pei's personality better than anyone, so when she noticed something was off about her husband's tone earlier, she didn't choose to interrupt. But now she had no choice but to speak up.

"How could you say such harsh words to Jiaojiao? Can't you talk things out properly?" Old Madam Pei quickly hugged Pei Jiaojiao to comfort her.

With someone protecting her, Pei Jiaojiao became a little bolder. Leaning against Old Madam Pei's chest, she couldn't help but sob, "Father, what did I do wrong that makes you so angry?"

Hearing this and seeing Madam Pei's protective behavior, Old Master Pei said angrily, "It's all because you spoiled her."

Hearing this, Madam Pei couldn't help but get angry. She snorted and said, "How come you're the one who spoiled her? When Jiaojiao said she wanted to break off the engagement, didn't you stop her?"

Upon hearing this, Old Master Pei's anger subsided slightly, and he said, "Yes, I didn't stop it, so even if I regret it now, it's no use."

"Since we decided to call off the engagement, we have to bear the consequences. One cannot be too greedy and have to have everything."

Upon hearing this, Pei Jiaojiao and Old Madam Pei both froze, and then Pei Jiaojiao said in a tearful voice, "Is it impossible to back out now?"

"It's no use regretting it now. Who told you to make that choice back then? And who do you think Zhao Zexuan is? You think you can just regret it like that?"

"Leaving aside Zhao Zexuan, just look at his current wife. Do you think she's someone to be trifled with? Believe me, before you even make a move, you'll be drowned in the spittle of the entire city."

Upon hearing this, Pei Jiaojiao's crying stopped abruptly. She looked bewildered and angry as she said, "Father, if you don't want to help me, fine. Why do you have to say such things to scare me? That woman is just an ordinary commoner. How can she be compared to me?"

These words became increasingly outrageous, and Old Master Pei's expression grew increasingly grim. He said, "Even now, you still haven't recognized your own place. Do you still think you're of high status?"

Suddenly questioned like this, Pei Jiaojiao trembled slightly, but still forced herself to say, "Of course, I am the daughter of the Pei family. What kind of status does that woman have? How can she be compared to me?"

"Hahaha!" Old Master Pei laughed in anger. He said, "Who do you think you are? Even your father has to curry favor with Zhao Zexuan now. Your so-called status is long gone. If you still can't recognize your own status, then you are a real fool."

These words were not only spoken to Pei Jiaojiao, but also to all the Pei family members present, to let them know what it means to be arrogant and domineering.

"Father, how can you say that?" Pei Erlang asked, puzzled.

Upon hearing this, Old Master Pei said without even looking up, "What, you won't even listen to the truth now?"

Upon hearing this, Pei Erlang quickly shook his head and said, "Father, we didn't."

Upon hearing this, Old Master Pei lost all desire to speak and stared directly at Pei Jiaojiao, saying, "You'd better give up this idea as soon as possible. If I find out you have this plan again, I will kick you out of the house. I mean what I say."

Upon hearing this, Pei Jiaojiao's eyes widened, and she exclaimed in disbelief, "Father, how could you do this?"