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Xie Qingfeng sighed at this moment, "Second Brother, it was our side that was rude."

The old lady snorted, "Actually, even before you guys came, I had already asked Xiao Liu to take the person away. Unfortunately, some people just have thick skins."

Her tone was full of disdain for Zhang Qiaoqiao.

Now, Huang Lan was downright ignited; she too felt wronged during this period.

Ever since she impulsively brought Zhang Qiaoqiao back home, not a single person had given her a kind look.

Even her own son had argued with her, "We've broken up, why did you still bring her home?"

Huang Lan was bitter at the time, "If not for your poor health, would I have begged so desperately for her to return?"

Xie Liu's face looked awful, "I'm still young, I can choose not to have children."

Plus, the doctor had said that if they went for IVF in the future, there was still a certain chance of having children.

But Huang Lan, without even thinking, said, "Aside from whether IVF would be successful or not, do you think a good girl from a respectable family would want to marry you under these circumstances?"

From then on, her son was no longer close to her.

And the same went for Xie Qingfeng; the idea of giving money was clearly his idea, but now he acted indifferent towards her, like his family.

To absolve himself from any involvement, was he now standing with his mother and brother to blame her?

Why? Who was she doing this for?

Her emotions peaked in that moment, her voice sharpened, "Right, right, right, you're all family, and I'm the outsider. Everything I do is wrong."

She turned to look at the old lady, "Isn't it just because you think Xiao Liu is not capable enough, and didn't find you a glamorous and assertive daughter-in-law? But can you blame me for that? Did I decide on my own how to raise my child's character?"

"Having married into your family for so many years, if a child couldn't be conceived, is that my fault? Xie Qingfeng, do you not know how difficult it was for your child to be born? Now your son is just like you. I just didn't want it to be as hard for him. Nowadays, girls do pre-marital health check-ups before getting married. Do you think your son could find a wife?"

Tears streamed down Huang Lan's face, looking somewhat disheveled.

Yet the words she spoke left everyone present in silence.

Yang Lan tugged at Xie Qingxiao, as it wasn't the right time for either of them to interject.

But it was clear Huang Lan was launching an indiscriminate attack.

Having finished with Xie Qingfeng, she turned her gaze toward Xie Qingxiao.

This brother-in-law of hers was an educated man with a good temper, hardly ever seen to lose his cool.

Give whatever was asked for, and indeed, the relationship between the two families had always been quite good. However, often, Huang Lan couldn't help but feel a sense of defiance.

"And Second Uncle and Auntie, haven't you had your share of glory in your lifetime? Just because I brought one more person today, did I steal any limelight from you?" she stared fixedly at Yang Lan.

"Second Uncle went to university on the money from my husband. Over these years, you took care of nothing but providing money, while I, like a nanny, looked after the old lady without a single complaint. Did I ever grumble to Second Uncle privately, and what did I get? A few extra thousand yuan. Who among you has come to visit?"

Huang Lan looked at the old lady, eyes brimming with grievance, "Everyone says you're biased towards our family, but it's clear that you favor Second Uncle's family. They're all educated, busy, so it falls on me, someone with little education, to work like an ox and a horse!"

As she spoke, she couldn't control her emotions and picked up a glass from beside her.

She hurled it furiously in the direction of Xie Qingxiao.

Yang Lan swiftly pulled Xie Qingxiao back a step and then stood in front of him.

Xie Qingxiao was indeed a scholar, rarely seen speaking harsh words to anyone.

But as Xie Qingfeng's slap came down, he thought of the glass that had just smashed at their feet.

Fortunately, his wife was alright, but the anger in his heart couldn't be suppressed.

He held Yang Lan's hand, and as his elder brother was about to speak, he didn't give Huang Lan another glance. "Elder brother, we're going to head back first today. Now that you've met Luoluo, we'll take our leave."

It meant that they probably wouldn't bring Luo Yanran to see them again in the future.

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Yang Lan also spoke before Xie Qingfeng could open his mouth, "As for the matter of taking care of Mom."

She glanced at the old lady, whose complexion wasn't great, and asked softly, "Mom, why don't you come home with me and Ah Jiao? We're both busy with work, but there's a lot of people in our community, and we can find a maid to take care of you. We'll try our best to make time to look after you when we can."

Yang Lan looked at Huang Lan, "As for the living expenses, elder sister-in-law can just continue with what we've been giving. We'll make sure to take good care of Mom."

Fifty to sixty thousand a month...

Huang Lan's face went pale; their family's small restaurant only made a bit over ten thousand a month.

Moreover, the second uncle would give money during the holidays, this...

Calculating this way.

With the old lady gone, their family's income would diminish...

The old lady was healthy and didn't actually require much care...

Huang Lan regretted it, she shouldn't have impulsively brought this up.

"Ah Jiao, second sister-in-law..." Xie Qingfeng wanted to say something, but he then thought of what his wife had just said and sighed.

He felt embarrassed to say more.

Finally, the old lady spoke up, her voice filled with anger, "Are you all done? Splitting the family?"

She slapped the arm of the sofa fiercely, "I'm not dead yet!"

The four hurriedly turned their attention to the old lady.

The Xie brothers knelt down, "Mom, what are you talking about?"

The old lady, looking at her children who she had struggled to raise all on her own, was filled with disappointment, "You're right, you're grown up now, and you have your own ideas. Am I, an old woman, so big and such a bother no one wants to deal with anymore?"

"Mom!" All four cried out in unison.

The old lady's gaze swept across their faces one by one, finally resting on Huang Lan.

Just now, she had become a burden in her own words.

So when you get old, you do indeed become a burden.

No one is willing to care for you.

The old lady's lips quivered slightly, and she spoke in a calmer voice, "I understand, second son, find me a nursing home. I am old, no longer wanted..."

"What are you saying?" Yang Lan interrupted softly. "Mom, we are still here. How could we send you to a nursing home? Xie Xiao would be upset if he knew."

Hearing the name Xie Xiao, the old lady thought of her eldest grandson who had just brought his girlfriend over; her expression softened a bit, "Xiao is a good child, but at my age, you and your second brother are too busy. I understand, all of you are doing well..."

Huang Lan's face twisted momentarily. You see, they're all doing well, it's only their family that counts for nothing!

Their parents are looked down upon, and their Xie Liu is looked down upon too!

The old lady is biased!

Any trace of guilt Huang Lan had felt instantly gave way to a surge of resentment in her heart.