Reborn in the 90s, tearing apart scumbag men for the sake of women.

Judging from the situation, Song Lingge is determined to fight him to the end.

Song Jianping didn't want to argue with Song Lingge, so he adopted the air of a father.

“You don’t understand your aunt. These are all adult matters, so don’t worry about them. Tell me where your aunt went.”

Song Lingge pursed her lips. It's not that easy for a grown person to hide.

However, in the short term, unless Song Jianping and his team find out Song Jianmei's whereabouts themselves, she is unlikely to reveal it voluntarily.

“I really didn’t know. I went home after helping my aunt that day. And are you sure you’re not mistaken? Maybe my aunt really did go back to Songjiawu. Otherwise, wouldn’t she have closed her shop? Don’t you know how much my aunt loves money? Would she give up such a good opportunity to make money?”

That's true. Song Jianmei looks presentable now, largely because she can earn money now.

Song Lingge may genuinely not know Song Jianmei's whereabouts.

It's very likely that Song Jianmei, because she resisted Nie Ergou's pursuit, found a place to hide.

If he's really in a hurry, he can just go find it himself.

"If your aunt contacts you, you must tell me immediately."

"Okay, Dad, it's New Year's Eve today. Why don't you go to Grandpa's house and celebrate the New Year with us?"

Song Jianping seemed to hesitate for a while before speaking: "Forget it, I didn't bring any gifts this time, so I won't go. Don't tell them I came, just make up an excuse."

So you weren't just being impolite, you never intended to come at all.

Song Lingge mentally complained.

However, he didn't show it at all on his face.

He said mysteriously to Song Jianping, "Dad, don't forget to cook something delicious even if you're alone. If I find the time, I'll sneak out and spend the New Year with you."

"No!" Song Jianping refused without even thinking.

Find a time to sneak out—isn't that a ticking time bomb?

It's even more terrifying than Song Lingge going directly there; I've been on edge all day.

Besides, today is Lunar New Year's Eve, and he will spend it with Zhou Songmei.

If Song Lingge really intends to go whenever she finds the time, then they shouldn't even think about having a proper New Year.

"Dad, don't you want me to spend the New Year with you?"

Song Lingge has big, watery eyes that give off a naturally innocent and clear feeling.

When she deliberately widens her eyes, she looks as if she has suffered a great injustice, which makes her particularly pitiful.

Even without shedding tears, it looked like she was crying.

Looking at his pitiful daughter, Song Jianping felt a surge of paternal love.

To be fair, Song Lingge is a very well-behaved and obedient daughter. She has been the center of attention this semester and has brought him a lot of prestige.

Looking back at myself, I realized I had been far too heartless towards my daughter.

He had his own unavoidable difficulties.

But all those past events have nothing to do with Song Lingge.

I truly feel guilty towards this daughter.

Thinking of this, Song Jianping changed his tone, his voice becoming gentle yet slightly stern.

“Lingge, your grandparents are getting old, and they need your company more. I appreciate your thoughtfulness, and we'll have a long time together in the future. Besides, would you be happy to spend the New Year with me instead of your grandparents?”

Song Lingge was extremely unhappy.

"But I'm worried you'll be too lonely all by yourself."

Song Jianping shook his head: "Dad isn't alone either."

Upon hearing this, Song Lingge's heart nearly leaped into her throat.

Is Song Jianping going to confess to her?

"Do you remember Uncle Nie Er from before? He was Dad's childhood friend. He'll be coming to our new house this year to spend New Year's Eve with me."

It seems that Song Lingge overestimated herself.

However, we did get some information: Nie Ergou is at Hele Manor.

Since Grandpa Sun didn't call, Zhou Songmei must still be there.

Song Jianping came to see Song Jianmei today, it must be at Nie Ergou's request.

But if Song Jianmei goes to Hele Manor for the New Year, then Zhou Songmei's affair will be impossible to keep secret, right?

How could Song Jianping be so reckless?

Given his temperament, it's unlikely.

Then there's only one other possibility: Nie Ergou did come to see Song Jianping, but spending New Year's Eve together was just an excuse Song Jianping made up.

"I don't remember much. Since you have someone with you, I won't go today. I'll come home to see you another day when I have time."

Song Lingge didn't want to deal with it anymore.

Song Jianping also visibly breathed a sigh of relief, but didn't forget to remind her: "Remember to call ahead when you come, so that I don't come all this way for nothing while I'm not home."

That's why Song Jianping is such a shrewd person.

These words seemed to be for Song Lingge's good, but both of them knew exactly what was going on.

Song Lingge replied with a smile that didn't reach her eyes: "Okay, I'll remember."

After Song Jianping left, Song Lingge turned around and went home.

Zhao Zhangguo, Lin Xiuzhi, and Song Jianmei were all sitting in the living room, waiting for her.

Seeing the three people's worried eyes, Song Lingge joked lightly, "Don't worry, nothing's wrong. I even asked him for my New Year's money, but he didn't give it to me."

Zhao Zhangguo said with a smile, "Don't worry, your grandma and I have prepared it for you."

After saying that, he turned to Song Jianmei and said, "Jianmei has one too."

Song Jianmei and Song Jianping lost their elders at a very young age. In those days when survival was difficult, New Year's money was a luxury.

Her voice trembled slightly as she asked incredulously, "I have it too?"

Lin Xiuzhi said with a smile, "Of course, but not much. It's the New Year, so it's all about good luck."

Song Jianmei hurriedly explained, "It's not about the amount, it's about how old I am, and how my children are all adults. Can I still accept New Year's money?"

Zhao Zhangguo laughed heartily: "With the two of us old folks here, you're not that old at all."

Lin Xiuzhi added, "We are so happy that you can come and celebrate the festival with us this year, so please let us do our part as elders and give out lucky money to bring us joy."

Song Jianmei still felt uneasy and wanted to decline.

Song Lingge sat down next to her and said with a smile, "Auntie, just accept it. With you here, I can accept the New Year's money with a clear conscience!"

Lin Xiuzhi was amused and tapped her forehead: "You little rascal."

The relaxed atmosphere at the Zhao family's home also influenced Song Jianmei.

She finally overcame her initial awkwardness and said with a smile, "I never thought I'd still receive New Year's money at my age."

Everyone in the room burst into laughter.

It dispelled the gloom brought by Song Jianping.

Everyone tacitly agreed not to question Song Lingge.

Song Jianmei returned to the kitchen and lovingly prepared New Year's Eve dinner for the family.

However, the person who went to the kitchen to keep her company was Lin Xiuzhi, and Zhao Zhangguo said he wanted to play chess with Song Lingge.

In the tea room.

Song Lingge poured Zhao Zhangguo a cup of Longjing tea.

She wasn't that stupid to think Zhao Zhangguo was actually asking her to play chess.