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

When Zhao Jueyu's words reached Song Jianping's ears, they took on a completely different meaning.

Song Jianping felt that Zhao Jueyu was right; after the Zhao Zhangguo couple passed away, everything would naturally be left to their daughter and granddaughter.

In other words, it was also left to him.

When Song Jianmei came to see him that day, he knew perfectly well that Song Jianmei's little schemes were nothing to him.

Although Zhao Zhangguo's support was indispensable in enabling him to become the principal of Nanzhou Middle School, he was more adept at the intricacies and interpersonal relationships of the workplace than Song Jianmei, having spent so many years navigating the corporate world.

He knew exactly what Song Jianmei was up to.

After their parents died, the eldest brother became like a father to them. Over the years, every time Song Jianmei came to his house, it was either to ask for a favor or simply to steal something and take advantage of him.

He didn't care, and sometimes he would even give extra money to the child behind closed doors.

People in his hometown all say he is kind and righteous, but only he knows that he did this just to gain a good reputation.

When he was young, his family was poor. After his parents died, he and his sister often struggled to make ends meet.

Even though there were still blood relatives in the village, everyone was poor back then, and no one thought of helping them out. At their poorest, the two of them even stole pig feed to eat.

Song Jianping had endured countless cold shoulders, so he was determined to seize every opportunity to change his fate.

Zhao Jueyu was the opportunity he chose.

A poor boy like him would never have had the chance to meet Zhao Jueyu.

By some miracle, many educated youths came to his village. These people were simple and kind, and they even taught him to read and write. He became the only person from his village to be admitted to university.

Zhao Jueyu was clearly a wealthy city dweller, and Song Jianping, being intelligent and talented, quickly caught her attention.

The two hit it off immediately and soon began dating. By the time Zhao Zhangguo and his wife found out, Zhao Jueyu was already two months pregnant.

Zhao Zhangguo was furious, but he couldn't stop Zhao Jueyu from pursuing his love.

After their marriage, the two relied on Lin Xiuzhi's financial support to make ends meet. Later, after they had their daughter Song Lingge, things gradually improved after they both went to work.

Over the years, he has never taken Zhao Jueyu back to his hometown, not because he felt sorry for her suffering back there, as he claimed.

It's because every time Song Jianmei takes something back home, the people there only think that Song Jianping is amazing and successful.

That was Song Jianping's sanctuary. Only there would no one think that he was capable because he was protected by his wife's family.

Deep down, he is selfish and vain.

At first, he did indeed intend to ask his father-in-law for money.

Although Zhao Zhangguo disliked him, he doted on his daughter and granddaughter.

While other middle-aged people had to bear the burden of raising children, he and Zhao Jueyu never cared about Song Lingge at all. From tuition fees to pocket money for snacks, the elderly couple paid for everything.

Therefore, he didn't believe the elderly couple wouldn't take the money.

But now, judging from Zhao Jueyu's words, Zhao Zhangguo and the others plan to buy a house. If they want to buy a house, then they definitely won't give them the money.

Actually, this doesn't do him any harm; in fact, it's better than nothing.

Why not take advantage of having an extra house for no reason? Men should have a longer-term vision.

He does want to buy a house, but he has other plans regarding its placement.

Even without asking the elderly couple for money, the money he has saved over the years is enough for him to buy a house.

"Look at what you're saying, it sounds like I'm eyeing my father-in-law's money. Don't worry, your husband is rich. Over the years, we've saved quite a bit of money from our combined salaries."

This was the first time Song Jianping had brought up his savings on his own initiative. Zhao Jueyu pretended to be very interested and asked, "How much have you saved?"

Song Jianping deliberately acted mysteriously.

Undeterred, Zhao Jueyu asked again, "When are we going to look at houses? Are we going to buy the one Jianmei mentioned?"

Song Jianping glanced at her: "Jianmei doesn't know anything about houses. Anyway, there's no rush to do this. I'll go and wander around those construction sites when I have some free time."

Buying a house is a big deal, and Zhao Jueyu felt that it should be done carefully.

"Then I'll go ask Old Zhang and the others. Last time I heard her say that her son-in-law bought an apartment..."

"Stop right there!" Before Zhao Jueyu could finish speaking, Song Jianping interrupted him: "Let me tell you, don't go around telling everyone about buying a house. Old Zhang is the kind of person who can spread even the most unfounded rumors. If it gets out before we've even bought it, it won't do me any good."

That's true. In this world, apart from your parents, no one wants you to be better off than them.

Buying a house is something that should be done discreetly.

Zhao Jueyu nodded: "Then I won't tell anyone. I'll ask Lingge for her opinion when she comes back this weekend, take her around to see things, or go back and ask my parents."

Song Jianping nodded in affirmation. On the one hand, Zhao Zhangguo, an old leader and a native of the city, was definitely more trustworthy than others.

On the other hand, there's Song Lingge. Song Jianping felt that she had changed a lot in the year since she went to university; she had matured a lot and sometimes gave very good advice.

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Song Lingge never expected that she would run into Qiao Nansheng again when she reached the intersection of Baoyu Road.

For the past few weeks, she went out at a fixed time, so she always ran into Qiao Nansheng.

She had spent too much time at Zhao Zhang's country today, which caused her to leave home much later than usual, and she thought she wouldn't be able to run into Qiao Nansheng.

"Qiao Nansheng, why are you so late today too?"

Qiao Nansheng looked a little uncomfortable, but Song Lingge didn't notice.

"I took a nap and woke up late."

"That's great! I was worried because I thought I'd have to go to school alone today!"

"What are you worried about?"

"I'm so bored. It would be so nice to have someone to keep me company."

The speaker has no intention, the listener has the heart.

Qiao Nansheng glanced at the girl beside him. Her face was slightly red from the sun. He used to think she was aloof, introverted, and didn't like to talk.

After getting to know her, I felt that she was exactly as I remembered her—still so quirky and full of energy.

Why are you looking at me? Is there something on my face?

Noticing Qiao Nansheng's gaze, Song Lingge hastily wiped her face.

When Qiao Nansheng was caught red-handed, he inexplicably reached out and touched Song Lingge's face.

"There's an eyelash here."

Song Lingge gave a dismissive "oh".

Qiao Nansheng's index finger had just brushed across her cheek; the delicate touch was completely different from his own.

He didn't know why he did it, but that's what he thought at the time, so he did it.

Fortunately, Song Lingge was easygoing and didn't mistake him for a pervert.

I should also remind this girl that she should be more wary of others.

Not all men are like him.

"Qiao Nansheng, hurry up, or we'll be late getting back to school again today."

"it is good."

Qiao Nansheng caught up with her in a few steps, and they walked together toward the platform.

Song Lingge never expected that she would run into another person on the platform.