Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life-Chapter 906 - 895: The Time-Traveler Protagonist’s Biased Grandmother

Moved away from that oppressive home, Yao Xue Mei let out a heavy sigh of relief, but seeing her husband’s reluctance, she restrained herself from showing it.

However, Yang Shuliang and Yang Xiudan had no such qualms. Even though the house was dilapidated and old, with a rotten atmosphere, they loved it immensely, because at last, they didn’t have to look at others’ faces to act.

Yang Yuqin watched his delighted children, holding back his reproachful words within, sitting alone on the doorstep smoking a pipe.

After all, it’s ultimately his lack of ability, it’s ultimately he who caused today’s situation, leading to estrangement with his own mother.

He thought, even if his mother gave up on him, he would still care for her. If later on, the eldest brother treats the mother poorly, he’d bring her over, after all, in this division, neither the eldest nor the third brothers got much advantage, they might neglect their mother.

However, what he didn’t know was, the situation here was not as dire as he thought, but rather harmonious.

Ye Qiu called the eldest and third sons and their wives before her, talking about the family division: "In this division, Mother has wronged you." She spoke helplessly.

"Mother, don’t say that. I don’t mind. The eldest is the firstborn, and Shuchen is studying; they should share more." Yang Yuxin said nonchalantly.

"In the end, you got the least, you should get more." Yang Yuhui hurriedly said.

"You don’t need to decline." Ye Qiu looked at them kindly, "I know you are all good children. Mother has her reasons for dividing this way; listen to me patiently."

Ye Qiu explained to the eldest and third daughters-in-law: "The reason for giving the second son more is because over the years, they have indeed worked hard. But I didn’t give them a house because you two sisters-in-law are close, and Yao Xue Mei, I don’t really like her, and Yang Xiudan, though she hasn’t admitted it, that child’s scheming is a bit much; I fear living together might hinder you."

"Mother is right." Zhou Qing agreed, "So young yet knowing how to sow discord. If not for Yuxin talking sense into me, I’d still misunderstand the elder sister-in-law!"

"Indeed, regardless of whether adults taught them, being natural in a play between us is no simple matter, living together would be indeed uncomfortable." Ji Qiuyan nodded.

"Therefore, the second family can’t live with you, dividing them out, giving them two more acres and some silver, I can be a bit more at ease; after all, your deceased father favored the second son, I’m afraid I’d shamefully face your father in hundred years lying without properly caring for him." Ye Qiu said with a bitter expression.

Listening to her, the little bit of grudge remaining in their hearts towards Ye Qiu dissipated completely, yet thinking of their deceased father, the two brothers grew more critical of Second Son Yang.

"You brothers have always had a good relationship. Eldest, you are the eldest brother, Shuchen is studying, you have to take up responsibility later. Don’t let people say you’re taking advantage of your brother; your reputation tarnishes, people will instinctively distrust Shuchen and Xiu Fen, both of whom are promising children. You as a couple should lead by example, act fairly to avoid criticism." Ye Qiu solemnly instructed.

Being related to two children, Yang Yuhui and Ji Qiuyan couldn’t afford to be reckless; they exchanged glances, standing straighter.

Ye Qiu then looked at the third son and his wife: "Third son, in the future, your wife and son will solely rely on you. If you want others to change their view about you, to be respected, you must strive yourselves. Think about what the Yao Family said that day? Are you willing to let them say later without your second brother, you can’t even support your wife and kids?"

Yang Yuxin, recalling when the Yao Family came causing a scene accusing him of exploiting his brother, living off his brother, rekindled the anger he had been holding, and clenched his fists: "Mother, I’ll work hard."

"Mother believes in you; you’re a smart person. Once you enter the government office, you’ll definitely rise step by step later. Once Shuchen passes the imperial examination, becomes an official, you two uncle and nephew can serve in the same court; civil servants are more favored over martial offices. If you do well, maybe your nephew can give you a hand." Ye Qiu earnestly advised.

And indeed, Yang Yuxin was moved, not only him, Zhou Qing looked hopeful too.

"But a civil servant’s path isn’t smooth either, whether Shuchen later goes to Shangjing for examinations or whatever, you as an uncle must protect him, complement each other, to both be high-ranking officials, understand?" Ye Qiu this time looked at all four.

Yang Yuhui and Yang Yuxin, along with Ji Qiuyan and Zhou Qing, exchanged glances, having forged a bond like comrades.

"So starting today, your two families need to help and supervise each other, don’t make mistakes, don’t give external people reasons to gossip; wealth is but a worldly possession, look farther ahead, with prospects, will wealth be scarce? Look outside, even the wealthiest family in our county, aren’t they still polite to the County Magistrate? Does the County Magistrate have as much wealth as that family?" Ye Qiu earnestly explained to them.

"Business people will never outdo officials; no matter how rich you are, an official can seize on any mistake to punish you, leaving you destitute. But officials can’t act with impunity; only by being prudent can one gain respect and attention from superiors. Mother’s expectation of Shuchen and Yuxin is very high, so neither Shuchen and Yuxin themselves, nor we as household heads, can let others seize upon any mistakes."

"Mother, we understand your reasoning. We will do well in the future, not allowing outsiders to gossip." Yang Yuhui promised.

"Mother believes you can do it, so concerning your second brother’s household, don’t meddle much anymore; whether his future is affluent or impoverished, we don’t rely on him nor mock him, just mind our own business."

"Yes, Mother."

Ye Qiu nodded in satisfaction: "You understand, it’s not blameworthy for Mother to love you four; Second Son is a closed-up gourd, and his wife with her timid look seems as though I bullied her with one word. But in this family division, Mother has indeed wronged you; Mother decided to take seven taels herself, Mother and your younger sister have no place to spend money, so Mother gives you each family two taels, whatever you want to buy, go buy it."

"Mother!" The four of them looked at Ye Qiu in shock.

"What? Too little?" Ye Qiu teased.

"How could it be, Mother? It’s just we can’t take your silver." Yang Yuxin hurriedly replied.

"Indeed, Mother, keep the money for yourself, we don’t lack it." Yang Yuhui also hurriedly spoke.

"Take it, it’s Mother’s intention; if you don’t, Mother gets angry." Ye Qiu firmly placed the four taels of silver into Ji Qiuyan’s and Zhou Qing’s hands, then retreated to her room, ignoring their cries.

Ji Qiuyan and Zhou Qing observed the silver in their hands complexly, their hearts further confirmed their resolve to heed Mother’s words and remain filial to her; as for the second household, they figured they’d mind their own business, unrelated to them.