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

This was the first time Song Jianping had been humiliated by Song Jianmei. Not only did he fail to get the money, but he also lost his sister and daughter.

After he left, Song Jianmei lay on the table and wept bitterly.

They thought things were going well, and neither she nor Song Lingge were heartless people. As long as Song Jianping didn't cause any trouble, they would treat him kindly.

Who knew that he was so greedy and insatiable, he had to make things turn out this way.

Thinking of the years she spent alone and helpless with her siblings, Song Jianmei couldn't stop feeling heartbroken.

No one can replace that period of time.

Presumably, this was the reason why Song Jianping indulged her all those years.

However, if Song Jianping makes things difficult for Song Lingge, she will make a choice without hesitation, even if that choice causes her unbearable heartache.

Only when people reach great heights do they gain the ability to make choices.

Song Lingge gently patted her back, while she was lost in her own thoughts.

Despite being relatives of Song Jianping, her reaction was very different from Song Jianmei's.

She was surprised by her own composure, seemingly unsurprised by severing ties with Song Jianping, as if she had already made up her mind long ago.

Perhaps, she had already unilaterally severed ties with her family a long time ago.

She didn't know how long she had been crying, but Song Jianmei raised her head, grasped Song Lingge's hand, and said in a choked voice, "Lingge, tell me the truth. What you just said to your father, was it to provoke him for me, or..."

Song Jianmei hesitated for a long time before finally managing to utter the words "severing ties with family."

Song Lingge lowered her head and remained silent, pondering how to tell Song Jianmei her true feelings.

Those without siblings cannot understand the relationship between Song Jianmei and Song Jianping. Song Lingge is able to see things from their perspective entirely because of her many years of life experience in her previous life.

No matter how many terrible things Song Jianping did, Song Jianmei could never truly distance herself from him.

After all, it was during those years when both of them were weak and naive that the brother and sister walked through it together.

But when it comes to the point where they scheme against each other and even collude with outsiders, it's truly disheartening.

Song Lingge had witnessed Song Jianmei's transformation. Even now, when Song Jianmei stood firmly by her side without asking why, she was still deeply moved.

“Aunt, I suspect that my mother’s death is related to my father.”

After a long while, Song Lingge finally said those words.

Song Jianmei's eyes widened, her lips moved several times, but she ultimately closed them; she didn't know what to say.

Should we ask Song Lingge if she has investigated thoroughly?

She knew very well that Song Lingge wouldn't talk nonsense; since she had said so, there was an 80% chance.

What she needed to consider was never whether Song Lingge's words were true or false. Rather, it was how she should face the situation and what choices she should make when Song Lingge said them.

It wasn't until this moment that Song Jianmei realized that Song Lingge was never one to act on impulse or speak carelessly.

I'm afraid that the moment she uttered those words, she had already recited them countless times in her mind.

Everyone has a ranking system in their heart, whether they want to face it or not. As the saying goes, both the palm and the back of the hand are flesh, but one is definitely the palm and the other is the back of the hand; they are not the same.

When Song Lingge was very young, Song Jianping asked Zhao Jueyu to send the child back to the Zhao family.

At that time, Song Jianmei advised Song Jianping that children will be closer to whoever they are with.

She had already given birth to Chen Bingfeng at that time, so she felt this deeply. However, Song Jianping was only focused on getting closer to the Zhao family and completely ignored the parent-child relationship.

It can be said that he chose to give up on Song Lingge from the very beginning.

In Song Lingge's heart, Zhao Zhangguo and Lin Xiuzhi were like the palm of her hand.

Compared to Song Jianping, Zhao Jueyu is the palm of the hand.

Song Jianmei completely understands Song Lingge's choice, but what about herself?

After Song Lingge finished speaking, the private room fell into a deathly silence...

Song Jianmei needs time to think and make her choice.

Isn't Song Lingge making another choice?

Neither of them spoke until the door to the private room was opened.

"Why are you here?" Song Lingge looked up and asked in surprise.

"I came over right after my meeting. I'm free during my lunch break," Qiao Nansheng said, then greeted Song Jianmei.

Song Jianmei wiped her eyes, not wanting Qiao Nansheng to see her tear-stained face, and walked out of the private room with her head half-lowered: "Is it already noon? Then I'll go cook a couple of dishes, just make do with this!"

“Aunt, we’re not eating here. Nansheng and I have made plans with some friends,” Song Lingge said, staring at Qiao Nansheng.

Qiao Nansheng understood and immediately added, "Yes, Aunt Song, don't bother. I'm just here to pick up Lingge. They're all waiting for us."

"Oh, I see. Then... then you guys go ahead!" Song Jianmei was clearly distracted.

Song Lingge walked over and patted her on the shoulder: "Aunt, we'll be going now."

Then she grabbed Qiao Nansheng and left Song Shi Ji without looking back.

It took her a long time to make up her mind, and Song Jianmei also needed to go through that process.

No one can help her; she has to take this step herself.

Of course, even if Song Jianmei chooses Song Jianping, or simply stays out of it, Song Lingge would find it perfectly acceptable whichever choice she makes.

Song Jianmei's choice will not affect the overall situation.

However, there is still a sliver of hope in my heart.

Song Jianmei was a family member she truly accepted!

Song Lingge and Qiao Nansheng walked from Song Shi Ji to the car without saying a word the whole way.

Having finally managed to hold it in until he got into the car, Qiao Nansheng could no longer contain himself.

"Didn't I tell you to message me if anything happens?"

Song Lingge glanced at him calmly and started the car: "Yeah, I said I'd call you if something important came up, but it's nothing important! Where should we eat? Is there enough time during your lunch break? How about we buy a couple of jianbing guozi to tide us over?"

Qiao Nansheng sighed. If he hadn't seen Song Jianmei's red and swollen eyes, he would have actually believed Song Lingge's current explanation.

Nothing's wrong, why is Song Jianmei crying?

Before going upstairs, I heard from the employees of Song Shi Ji that Song Jianping had been there.

"Don't sigh, nothing serious happened. My dad just came over again asking for money, and I chased him away. Then I told my aunt that I suspect my dad is also involved in my mom's death."

...This is not a big deal?

What exactly does Song Lingge consider important?

"You told Aunt Song? What was her reaction?"

Song Lingge shook her head, the light in her eyes dimming, and she felt somewhat lost.

She didn't know what choice Song Jianmei would make.

But she suddenly realized that she was actually a little scared.

“It’s alright, I’ve already said it. But what’s the matter with your dad asking for money? Is he short of money?” Qiao Nansheng asked.