Chapter 61: Chapter 61: Unwelcome and Irritated

Liu Yulan introduced everyone to Liu Yufeng one by one. Liu Yufeng looked at his sister’s children with joy and nostalgia, nodding repeatedly, saying, “Good, good, all good kids.”

“Come, come, let’s go inside and sit.” Liu Yufeng held Liu Yulan in one hand and Wang Jia Bao in the other. “Leave the car here, my place is just in the back alley, it’s a few steps away.”

“Alright, Gangzi, carry the things.” Liu Yulan walked ahead, turning around to instruct Yang Zhigang to bring the gifts, which she had prepared earlier—two cans of malted milk, two bottles of wine, and a pack of brown sugar.

Liu Yufeng reached the gate and instructed the guard, “Lao Hu, tell Jian Country he’s back and to hurry home, we have guests.”

Wang Miaomiao followed behind them, silently listening to their conversation.

Liu Yufeng lived in a tube-shaped apartment building on the third floor. As soon as they entered, they could see through to the end. It was more than thirty square meters and had been partitioned into two rooms, a kitchen, a bathroom, and a living room. With so many people coming in at once, it was quite cramped, and there was hardly any room to turn around.

Wang Miaomiao found a seat in the inner part and sat down, reluctant to move.

Liu Yufeng was very hospitable, asking them to sit, offering them sweets, treats, and pouring water.

Liu Yulan followed behind, saying not to bother, “Big brother, don’t trouble yourself, we’ll just sit for a bit, we still have to go to Second Brother’s place.”

Liu Yufeng’s face fell, “What’s the rush, you should at least have a meal before leaving.”

“No need, there are many of us, it’s too troublesome. Besides, it’s too cramped here.” Liu Yulan saw her big brother’s displeased face and hastened to explain, “I brought them here today just to know the place, Jia Bao and Miao Miao got into high school.”

“Is that so?” Liu Yufeng was pleasantly surprised. No adult dislikes eager-to-learn children. With nephews and nieces achieving success, the sister can enjoy life later.

“Yes, the two kids are promising.” When Liu Yulan talked about the two children, her smile became genuinely radiant.

The two of them chatted a bit more about Wang Miaomiao and Wang Jia Bao before the conversation grew cold. After all, they hadn’t seen each other for a long time, and after exchanging pleasantries, the deeper topics were harder to delve into.

“Uncle, this is my work phone number. If your brother and sister have any problems in J City, they can call me.” Seeing the conversation grow cold, Yang Zhigang took out the paper he had prepared and handed it to Liu Yufeng.

Liu Yufeng accepted it, as he heard from his sister that this was his eldest niece’s fiancé, already engaged.

He looked at the words on the paper, “You’re working at the Armed Forces department, huh? Good, very good.” A capable nephew-in-law means his sister can enjoy a good life.

Unexpectedly, that rural ’swindler’ doesn’t have much skill, but his children all turned out good. They’re like the Liu family, otherwise… huh…

“This is my office phone number. Keep it. If your mom has anything happening, contact me promptly.” Liu Yufeng also wrote a note for Yang Zhigang, speaking poignantly with a hint of implication, “Your mom is strong-willed, you’re the eldest son-in-law. Keep an eye on things, let me know in time if needed.”

Both parties exchanged contact information, it felt like the relationship grew closer again.

“Rest assured, Uncle. I will take good care of Mom and Dad.” Yang Zhigang nodded in assurance.

Hearing him mention Dad, Liu Yufeng looked at Wang Baoxing, forced a smile, and stayed silent.

Wang Baoxing had felt uneasy since seeing Liu Yufeng. Upon receiving his gaze, he immediately returned a stiff smile, which looked worse than a cry. But Liu Yufeng did not see it, as he had already turned his head.

“Dad, who’s here…” A shadow flashed in at the entrance, and a spirited young man walked in. It was Liu Yufeng’s eldest son, Liu Jian Country.

Liu Yufeng and Liu Jian Country both worked in city government—one as head of the secretarial section, and the other as a junior clerk.

“Oh, it’s Auntie.” Liu Jian Country saw Liu Yulan and then glanced around at the people in the room.

This tone made Wang Miaomiao feel uncomfortable; there was such a casualness, even a hint of contempt.

“Jian Country, come over here and meet people—your two sisters, and a brother…” Liu Yufeng had not finished introducing when Liu Jian Country interrupted, “I know, my sisters, and the rural ’swindler’ you often mention… Uncle?” When he spoke of ’Uncle’, the irony in his tone grew stronger.

“You…” Liu Yufeng’s face sank immediately. Although he looked down on his sister’s husband, he couldn’t insult others in front of them, yet his son behaved so improperly…

“Dad, I have things to do. You accompany the guests yourself.” Liu Jian Country turned to leave, feeling annoyed with the crowd. “By the way, Mom will be back soon, and I don’t want you causing mischief again for outsiders, disrupting the family harmony.”

“Jian Country!” Liu Yufeng was furious, his face reddening and neck swelling as he watched his son leave, his brows furrowed tightly.

The room became deathly quiet, until Liu Yulan spoke up, breaking the awkward silence.

“Big brother, it’s getting late, we…” Liu Yulan showed no special reaction to Liu Jian Country’s rudeness, as if already accustomed to his disrespect.

“No, no, don’t leave.” Liu Yufeng, coming to his senses, hurried to urge them to stay; he was about to explain his son’s rudeness when a sharp voice from a middle-aged woman came from the entrance.

“Not leaving, you’re letting them all stay, huh.” Liu Jian Country, who had just reached the stairwell, met his mother and had no choice but to return to see what was happening.

Recently, his parents had fought over a sewing machine—the root cause was because of her. From childhood, his parents had argued over her numerous times, and this time it escalated to physical blows.

For this reason, he truly holds no affection for his aunt.

“Liu Yufeng, do you have the capability? Your son’s allocated apartment hasn’t been resolved for three years, and the whole family is still cramped in a small room. You’re still posing as the big brother, helping this and that. If there’s any spare cash, why not use your head and spend it wisely? After working for a decade, still only a section chief. Look at the ones who entered at the same time; anyone left hasn’t risen high. In a few years, my son will surpass you. By then, let’s see if it’s shameful.” Sun Xiuli critically mocked her ineffectual husband.

Liu Yufeng was cornered by her words, his face turning red and neck swelling, “You, you…” Unable to counter her at all, proving clearly he wasn’t a schemer, which is why he’s stuck without promotion for years.

“You what… are any of my words wrong? Huh…” After her jabs at Liu Yufeng, Sun Xiuli turned to Liu Yulan with a mocking smile, “Little sister, how do you even have the face to come by?”

“Why shouldn’t I? This is my brother’s home.” Liu Yulan appeared calm in the face of her sneering.

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