The Crazy Son-In-Law

Just as expected, the situation developed in the predicted direction. Under the video of the Environmental Protection Agency’s press conference, there were still continuous criticisms and denunciations, but occasionally there were one or two comments defending Starline Bio.

“Collusion between officials and businessmen is harming the people! Such companies must go bankrupt!”

“It seems that money can do anything, even colluding with the Environmental Protection Agency to create fraud?”

“What benefits did Starline Bio give you that you are helping them whitewash? It’s outrageous.”

“I heard that several people were poisoned to death, and the hospital doesn’t allow journalists to interview. They also help to cover it up. I’ve completely lost hope in this society.”

“The world is too dark, I never thought there would be such dirty people.”

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Sometimes people don’t care about the truth, they just want to complain.

Life is filled with frustrations and people need an outlet for their anger. But they can’t vent it on the people around them, so they vent it on things that don’t even concern them.

Yao Cen was looking at these comments with a somber expression, feeling both angry and helpless. She didn’t even notice when Xiao Shun entered the office.

“Why the long face? The problem has already been solved,” Xiao Shun said with a smile as he approached the desk.

Startled, Yao Cen looked up at him, pushed her phone towards him, and said, “Take a look for yourself.”

Xiao Shun picked up the phone and glanced at it. “This was expected. Don’t worry. Our company is under scrutiny right now, but most people, especially these onlookers on the internet, are good at forgetting. It will pass soon. As long as our conscience is clear and the product sales are not greatly affected, it’s fine.”

“It’s still annoying,” Yao Cen pouted and sighed, “Who do you think is trying to frame us?”

“We have many enemies. It’s hard to say. The police are already handling this matter, so we don’t need to worry,” Xiao Shun said.

“It’s all because you keep getting into trouble,” Yao Cen retorted.

“Alright, don’t worry. How about I take you to a movie tonight?” Xiao Shun proposed with a smile.

“A movie?” Yao Cen looked at him, puzzled. They had been married for nearly four years and had never watched a movie together.Content © NôvelDrama.Org 2024.

“Yeah, just like other couples,” Xiao Shun said.

Yao Cen’s eyes twinkled as she looked at him playfully. “Are you trying to court me?”

“Keep dreaming. I’ve already married you, why would I go through all the trouble to court you again? I’m not stupid,” Xiao Shun said with a mild smile.

Yao Cen glared at him, “Get out!”

“So, are you coming or not? I’m very sincere.”

“I can’t see it,” Yao Cen took her phone back and put it in her bag, whispering, “My mother wants you to come home for dinner tonight.”

“Alright, we can go after dinner then.”

Yao Cen shot him a glance, “I never agreed.”

When they returned home, Liu Yunxiang was cooking in the kitchen. Hearing the sound of the door opening, she immediately darted out from the kitchen. Seeing Xiao Shun, a smile spread across her face.

“You’ve been away for so many days; you look thinner. I bet the food outside doesn’t match home cooking,” she said.

Xiao Shun felt touched. Although Liu Yunxiang used to scold and hit him often, her attitude changed later and she was genuinely good to him. Some people were like that. When they didn’t like you, they disliked everything about you. But once they accepted you, they treated you with their whole heart. Liu Yunxiang was such a person.

“No restaurant can beat your cooking, but I’ve been busy recently. You know there were some issues at the company. I promise I’ll visit you often in the future,” Xiao Shun replied.

“What do you mean by ‘often’? This is your home too. You should come back every day,” Liu Yunxiang feigned annoyance.

Xiao Shun exchanged a glance with Yao Cen, who then said, “Mom, he’s your real son. I’m just someone you picked up from the street, right?”

“What kind of language is that? Is this big house not big enough? Whether you two are together or not, Xiao Shun is family,” Liu Yunxiang scolded.

“Alright, alright, the food is about to burn. You better go and check on it,” Yao Cen resignedly said.

“Oh my, I was so happy I forgot about it,” Liu Yunxiang hurried back to the kitchen, not forgetting to remind, “Xiao Shun, sit down and wait a bit, dinner will be ready soon.”

Yao Cen rolled her eyes and glared at Xiao Shun, who was smirking at her.

Before long, Yao Jianguo also came home. Seeing Xiao Shun, he nodded in greeting, but didn’t say much else.

When the food was served, Liu Yunxiang’s culinary skills were impressive. Xiao Shun didn’t hold back, eating heartily.

“Eat slowly, no one’s fighting you for it,” Liu Yunxiang chided lovingly. “I knew you wouldn’t like the food outside. Since you’re back, don’t stay elsewhere. This big house feels empty.”

“Okay, Mom,” Xiao Shun agreed, mouth full of food.

“Show off,” Yao Cen muttered under her breath. She felt that Xiao Shun was intentionally acting like a starving ghost to please Liu Yunxiang.

Xiao Shun ignored her. If he could win over his mother-in-law, Yao Cen would be no problem.

“How’s the situation at the company?” Yao Jianguo asked.

“Everything is settled. The environmental protection agency held a press conference this afternoon to explain that the villagers’ illnesses had nothing to do with us,” Xiao Shun replied after wiping his mouth.

“That’s good,” Yao Jianguo nodded. He then added, “Now that you’re back, live a good life. Although we can’t really dictate your young people’s matters, remember the old saying, ‘A harmonious family leads to prosperity.’ There’s no couple that doesn’t quarrel. I’ve been bullied by your mother for more than half of my life, and here I am, still doing fine.”

“Yao Jianguo, who bullied you?” Liu Yunxiang seemed unhappy.

“Explain your words.”

“Did I say something wrong? I’ve been an associate professor for twelve years. Who else but you would criticize me for that?” Yao Jianguo countered.

“So you think being an associate professor for twelve years is reasonable? Your former classmates have all moved into new homes. If it weren’t for Xiao Shun, we’d still be living in that old building,” Liu Yunxiang retorted.

Yao Cen and Xiao Shun exchanged glances. Weren’t they just discussing their relationship? How did it turn into their parents’ quarrel?

“Uh… Mom, Dad, I’ll go change into something more comfortable and head upstairs,” Xiao Shun said.

“I’m going to freshen up,” Yao Cen added.

After the two left, the old couple finally calmed down.

When Yao Cen came back to the bedroom after freshening up, Xiao Shun was already shamelessly lying on the bed.

“Who let you on the bed? Get down,” she said coldly.

“Didn’t Dad say we should live a good life together?”

“He didn’t say you could get on the bed. Will you get down or should I go sleep in another room?”