Reborn not to be a simp, the school beauty's whole family goes crazy

Upon seeing this scene, Chen Dong's anger flared up instantly.

Like a burning flame, it instantly consumed his reason.

Chen Dong placed the things he was holding heavily on the table next to him.

He then quickly walked to his second aunt's side and held Chen Meiju's shoulders tightly with both hands.

Chen Dong said coldly, "How can you talk about my second aunt like that?"

“My second aunt is busy every day. She gets up before dawn to prepare breakfast for the whole family, and then she is busy cleaning, washing clothes, buying groceries and cooking.”

"She's already worked very hard managing all the affairs of this family."

"Why can't you see her sacrifices?"

Upon hearing this, Old Master Xu frowned even more deeply and said impatiently, "What do you know, child? This is our family matter, don't meddle!"

Chen Dong did not back down. Instead, he straightened his chest, stepped forward, and continued, "Grandpa and Grandma, my second aunt is also a member of this family, and I am her nephew from her maternal side. How can she not have anything to do with me?"

"My second aunt deserves respect and understanding, not this kind of unfounded accusation!"

"Although I, Chen Dong, am just a child, I know that a family should be tolerant and supportive of each other."

“It is wrong of you to accuse my second aunt indiscriminately.”

Chen Meiju tugged at Chen Dong's sleeve and whispered, "Dongzi, don't say anything more. This is an adult matter."

Chen Dong turned to look at Chen Meiju and said with concern, "Second Aunt, don't be afraid. I'm here today, so they can't bully you like this."

Although Chen Meiju still had tears on her face, she was happy and grateful that her nephew Chen Dong stood up for her.

Grandma Xu curled her lip and said disdainfully, "Hmph, you're quite the talker."

"If your second aunt were as good as you say, how could she have ended up living such a miserable life?"

Chen Dong took a deep breath, trying to stay calm, and said, "Grandpa and Grandma, I know everyone has shortcomings."

"But we should sit down and communicate properly, instead of just blaming each other."

“My second aunt is also trying, but maybe her methods are wrong. We can work together to help her find a solution instead of scolding her like this.”

Chen Dong tried to remain calm, speak tactfully, and maintain the scale of the conflict as much as possible.

But! Chen Dong is willing to do this, but these two people in front of him, who are practically on their deathbeds, are not.

Xu's parents-in-law were speechless for a moment after hearing Chen Dong's words, their faces still showing displeasure.

After a moment of silence, they simply turned their attention to Chen Dong.

"How can you be so disrespectful, child?"

"Our affairs are none of your business, you outsider!"

Old Master Xu roared angrily.

"Exactly! How did your parents raise you? You have absolutely no manners!"

Grandma Xu echoed her sentiments.

When Chen Dong saw that Xu's parents-in-law were even cursing him, disregarding the fact that they were elders, his anger flared up again.

Chen Dong criticized him mercilessly and retaliated with insults.

"How could you two unreasonable old people treat your daughter-in-law like this?"

"Aren't you afraid of retribution for doing this?"

The conflict between the two sides intensified, and a tense atmosphere filled the room, as if a storm was about to break.

Immediately afterwards, Chen Meiju pulled Chen Dong away.

She took Chen Dong back to the small courtyard house in the traditional courtyard house where she and her husband lived.

Neither of them spoke along the way; only the heavy sound of their footsteps echoed on the stone path.

Back at the small courtyard, Chen Meiju turned around and criticized Chen Dong, saying, "Dongzi, you were too impulsive today."

“They are elders after all. Arguing with them like this will only make things worse.”

Chen Dong sneered and said, "I'm doing this for your own good, Auntie. Just think about the kind of life you used to lead in the Xu family."

"Do you want to live like this forever?"

"Even if you want your son and daughter to live like you for the rest of their lives?"

Chen Meiju was speechless for a moment, then lowered her head and fell into deep thought.

She recalled the grievances and injustices she had suffered in the Xu family over the years.

She thought of everything she had done for this family, yet she received no respect or reward as she deserved.

Chen Meiju's heart was filled with contradictions and struggles.

On the one hand, she felt that Chen Dong's words made sense, but on the other hand, she was worried that resistance would bring more serious consequences.

Seeing this, Chen Dong continued to persuade her, "Second Aunt, you can't go on like this. You must fight for your own and your children's rights and dignity."

“Even if your second aunt’s husband disagrees, you must resist, otherwise your family will be ruined.”

Chen Meiju hesitated and said, "Won't doing this ruin this family? I don't want the children to get hurt."

Chen Dong sneered, "A whole family clinging to you two, sucking your blood, is this still a home?"

"What's there to miss about a home like this?"

"Second Aunt, you have to be brave. Only when you change can this family truly get better."

Chen Meiju felt a headache coming on. She rubbed her temples and said helplessly, "I'll think about it."

Chen Dong rolled his eyes, feeling helpless.

Then, Chen Meiju invited Chen Dong to lunch.

Chen Meiju went into the kitchen and silently cooked a bowl of noodles for Chen Dong, adding an egg to it.

In her own noodles, there wasn't even a scallion, let alone an egg.

Chen Meiju placed the noodles in front of Chen Dong and said softly, "Dongzi, eat. Thank you for what happened today. No matter what, you did it all for my own good."

Looking at his second aunt, Chen Dong felt a pang of sadness and said, "Second Aunt, please eat something. If you need anything in the future, you must tell me, and I will help you."

Chen Meiju nodded slightly, tears glistening in her eyes.

Chen Meiju was considering whether she should continue to be so cowardly.

For yourself, and for the children?

After a while, Chen Dong said to Chen Meiju, "Second Aunt, I think you should find some time to have a good talk with Second Aunt's husband."

"Tell him your thoughts and grievances, and see how he reacts."

"After all, you are husband and wife, he should support you."

"Then, let's think of some other ways to make money and give you more status at home."

Chen Meiju sighed softly and said, "Dongzi, I've thought about talking to him, but he gets impatient after only a few words each time."

“He always thinks his parents are right and doesn’t consider my feelings at all.”

Chen Dong thought for a moment and said, "Second Aunt, then find a time when he's in a good mood and talk to him calmly."

“Explain the situation at home to him and let him know that things are not good for anyone if things continue like this.”