A top student transmigrates into a book: Reborn in the 90s and rises to prominence.

Shao Moli looked at Shao Wanwan.

Someone she never expected to stand by her side actually did so for the first time.

The person who gave birth to her treated her like this.

Even though he knew the money for the banquet was borrowed, he still treated her like this.

Shao Wanwan felt that there were some things that needed to be done, and that only she could do them.

She walked over and said to the villagers, “My mother had a few too many drinks at noon and was talking nonsense. Please don’t take it to heart. This is just how things are... you have to give to receive. My grandmother has been taken care of by everyone over the years. Jasmine and I brought some gifts from the city to give to you all. We’ll make sure you all eat and drink well.”

"What does this mean? Since when did adopted daughters have the right to speak? Your mother said you don't need to be kissed by anyone anymore, so why did you suddenly change your mind? What's going on? Are you kidding me?" An elder immediately became dissatisfied and started to jeer.

Zhang Suran's face was flushed, and she really did look like she had drunk too much.

Zhang Suran was embarrassed, but she didn't dare to yell at Shao Wanwan or Shao Moli. She looked at Shao Wanwan and said, "Wanwan, how can you be so confused!"

Shao Wanwan pulled Zhang Suran aside.

Then Jiang Zheyuan opened a pack of Zhonghua cigarettes and went up to offer them to defuse the situation.

When have we ever seen such good cigarettes? For a moment, everyone forgot to complain and focused on smoking.

Seeing that no one was paying attention to them, Shao Wanwan finally spoke up, "Mom, you've gone too far this time. Ran Moli and I are both students. We borrowed this money from someone, and we signed a written IOU. If we can't pay it back, we could both be sued by the police. If we both end up in court, we won't be able to graduate. If you still insist on this after I've said all that, I'll have to send debt collectors to find you. After all, you're the one who spent the money, and we have the remittance records. We're students, so we can try to get some leniency, but you'll be burdened with debt."

"When did you become her buddy? Aren't you two like oil and water?" Zhang Suran was embarrassed and easily turned pale.

She wanted to teach Shao Moli a lesson, not really to offend Shao Wanwan.

Shao Wanwan's father sacrificed his life to save others, making him a hero. Her fiancé, Jiang Zheyuan, is rich and powerful, and he also helped with Shao Pei's affairs. Shao Wanwan can't afford to offend him.

“We were all doing this for Grandma, not for each other. My relationship with her is still the same.”

Shao Wanwan's words left Zhang Suran speechless.

"But I've already said it," Zhang Suran said, feeling wronged.

“Once you’ve said it, you can take it back. Is money more important than your reputation? Besides, if this gets out, you’ll really lose all face. There’s still a chance to salvage the situation. Zheyuan and I have prepared some gifts that will definitely satisfy everyone. You don’t need to worry about your reputation.” Shao Wanwan wouldn’t budge an inch.

She casually dismissed the favor with a single sentence, so she must take responsibility for her actions.

Having said all that, Zhang Suran knew she had no choice but to bite the bullet and take back what she had said.

She turned around, poured herself a glass of wine, drank it, and then went over to apologize to everyone.

I thought it would be a scene of widespread complaints.

However, no one took it seriously and they all gathered around Jiang Zheyuan to listen to him tell some stories about his time in the army.

Everyone was holding a half-burnt Zhonghua cigarette.

They all knew that Jiang Zheyuan was from a wealthy family, and they were too busy trying to curry favor with him. Moreover, since they were fellow villagers, they couldn't very well not give him a gift.

Everyone pretended not to hear Zhang Suran's boasting.

They also advised her not to take it to heart, saying that her grandmother was a very kind person who rarely gave gifts to them, so it was only right to give gifts.

Zhang Suran breathed a sigh of relief.

She knew that if it weren't for Jiang Zheyuan, she definitely wouldn't have been able to get off the stage today.

She completely forgot that she was the one who started the whole thing, and her disgust for Shao Moli only intensified.

But I really don't dare to think about anything related to gift money anymore.

Shao Moli never expected Shao Wanwan to be so brave.

She actually took back what she said right in front of Zhang Suran.

"Aren't you... afraid of what the villagers will say?" Shao Moli truly felt the power of gossip.

“Jiang Zheyuan and I had already considered all the possibilities. Although Mom’s move caught us off guard, we bought several packs of Zhonghua cigarettes. Then Jiang Zheyuan acted like a big shot and could solve any problem. Even the closest relatives can be opportunistic. I’m used to it. Those packs of Zhonghua cigarettes cost almost several hundred yuan. It hurt our hearts, but it really worked.”

If Zhang Suran hadn't fired that burst, she wouldn't have taken out the Zhonghua cigarettes.

Soft Zhonghua cigarettes are so expensive.

Sister Zhao even asked him why he smoked such expensive cigarettes.

She also said that if she could use it, she could use it; if she couldn't, she could return it to her.

Shao Moli hadn't expected her to be so meticulous in handling matters, and to be so insightful about interpersonal relationships.

Indeed, some people, even if you don't want to admit it, you have to admit that they are truly remarkable.

"Wanwan, thank you. If it weren't for you today, I would have..." Shao Moli could no longer hold back the tears that had been welling up in her eyes. Zhang Suran's actions today made her feel a great sense of grievance and loneliness. She finally realized that she had no one behind her.

Even if you fall, no one will catch you.

She can only rely on herself for the rest of her life.

“That’s just how Mom is. Once you become powerful and wealthy, she’ll start fawning over you. Maybe she was terrified of being poor when she was young! She’s a bit blinded by greed,” Shao Wanwan quickly comforted her.

Shao Moli nodded.

The impact of Zhonghua cigarettes on her was truly enormous.

It made her realize that sometimes it's just a matter of a pack of cigarettes, but you have to have that pack of cigarettes when you need them.

You still need to have your own money.

Shao Moli became determined to become rich.

“Mom lost face today, and she might make things difficult for you. I suggest you find something to do during winter break, except for the few days around Chinese New Year, or stay with Grandma, so she won’t target you,” Shao Wanwan said sincerely.

Shao Moli nodded.

“I’ll be staying with my grandma in Yantang Village. I asked the shop owner to get me a batch of fake denim leggings, the kind that look like jeans but are really stretchy and thick. I plan to sell them at the village market. I think business should be good.” Shao Moli was grateful to Shao Wanwan, so she said a few more words.

Upon hearing this, Shao Wanwan immediately envisioned a scene in her mind.

This is so retro! These kinds of leggings were popular when she was in elementary school.

However, these leggings are indeed easy to put on and take off, warm, and cheaper than jeans, so they're sure to sell well.

"That's fine, but then I can't ask you to be my tutor anymore," Shao Wanwan sighed.

Shao Moli had no intention of continuing to help Shao Wanwan; they were not on the same path.

They both like the same man, how could they possibly be on the same path?

Shao Moli didn't want to see Jiang Zheyuan again during the winter break, because that would make it even harder for her to clear her name.

"Why don't you ask your fiancé for help?" Shao Moli said in a low voice.

"We'll talk about it later. We have a lot to do this afternoon, let's go out and get busy!" Shao Wanwan gently patted Shao Moli's shoulder.