1959Siheyuan, a Turnaround

The entire Li family seemed to have a telepathic connection and always avoided Jia Zhang as much as possible.

Whether in the sun-drenched alley or by chance on the street, as soon as Jia Zhang's slightly bloated figure appeared, the Li family would turn around quickly and leave quietly like nimble hares.

Jia Zhang was not unaware of this. On the contrary, her sensitive and suspicious heart had already been deeply hurt by this invisible sense of alienation. Her heart seemed to be filled with a burning rage, and she was so hateful that her teeth were aching.

However, in her narrow perception, she believed that Grandpa and Grandma Li must have been kept in the dark about her shameful deeds and were completely unaware of them.

So, a little bit of hopeful thought emerged in her mind. She was thinking about finding a suitable opportunity to get close to the two elderly people. She felt that as long as she did so, she could establish a relationship with the Li family and get some benefits from the Li family.

However, there seemed to be a bottomless gap between her ideal and reality, which she could not cross no matter how hard she tried.

On this day, Jia Zhang, as usual, held Xiaodang's tender little hand tightly in her hand and walked slowly to the next alley.

What a coincidence! Grandma Li was sitting on a small bench not far away, chatting with the aunties in the alley.

Jia Zhang saw Grandma Li from afar, and a light immediately flashed in her eyes, just like a hungry wolf seeing its prey in the dark night.

She unconsciously quickened her pace, and her originally slow steps suddenly became light and powerful.

Grandma Li was also quite smart. She immediately sensed that Jia Zhang was coming. She frowned slightly, and couldn't help feeling uneasy and annoyed.

She knew clearly in her heart that if she got involved with someone like Jia Zhang, there would be no good consequences. It would be better to get away from her as soon as possible and have some peace and quiet.

"Oh, I suddenly remembered that I have something to do at home. I'll go back first. Let's talk again when we have time!"

She stood up slowly. Although her movements were a little slow, they were firm. She gently brushed off the dust on her body and turned to leave.

"Okay, then go home and get busy!" The neighbors nearby also echoed.

But how could Jia Zhang miss this rare opportunity?

She walked faster, almost jogging, and in just a few steps she was in front of Grandma Li.

She stretched out her rough hand and forcefully blocked Grandma Li's way, with a flattering smile on her face. That smile looked really awkward, as if it was forced out.

Sister-in-law, please don't leave in such a hurry!"

There was a hint of deliberate flattery in Jia Zhang's voice, but her eyes were fixed on Grandma Li's, as if she was trying to find a little room for negotiation.

"You've been in town for almost two years, and we haven't had a good chat. Please sit down and we'll have a good chat later."

As she spoke, she tilted her head slightly, trying to make herself look more friendly.

But in Grandma Li's eyes, all this was so glaring and disgusting.

Grandma Li's face darkened. She said to Jia Zhang in a stern manner, "Jia Zhang, I have nothing to say to you. I have things to do at home. I'm leaving now."

As soon as she finished speaking, she walked around Jia Zhang without looking back and walked forward with big, firm and powerful steps.

Her back was straight and stubborn, as if she was telling Jia Zhang that her determination and attitude would not change.

Jia Zhang stood there stupidly, looking at Grandma Li's back getting farther and farther away, her mouth wide open, wanting to say something but suddenly getting stuck.

That originally smiling face now became twisted and hideous, like an eggplant hit by frost. Her lips trembled slightly, and the anger in her heart was like a volcano about to erupt, surging in her chest.

She turned her head and saw that her neighbors were looking at her with strange eyes, which were full of ridicule, contempt and ridicule.

Jia Zhang only felt her face burning, as if she had been slapped hard in the face, and the feeling of being too embarrassed to face anyone suddenly came over her.

She stamped her feet in anger, grabbed Xiaodang's hand, and went home cursing. "You stupid girl, you're a money loser. Why didn't you understand when I told you to walk faster?"

In the middle courtyard, Chen Lanxiang and Lou Xiao'e were sitting at the door of their home. Chen Lanxiang was holding the child and coaxing him softly.

Lou Xiao'e looked at the scene in front of her with envy.

At this time, Su Jiao came out of the house holding a plate of freshly made cakes.

The sugar cake exudes an enchanting aroma, and the golden crust shines with an alluring luster under the sunlight.

"Xiao'e, Lanxiang, come and try the new cakes I made." Su Jiao had a warm and sincere smile on her face.

Lou Xiao'e had no resistance to delicious food, and her eyes lit up all of a sudden.

She couldn't wait to reach out and grab a piece of cake and took a small bite.

With just a "crunch" sound, the outer skin of the sugar cake is crispy and sweet, while the inside is soft and fluffy. The rich sweetness immediately spreads in the mouth, like a sweet taste carnival, filling the entire mouth.

"Wow, Sister Su Jiao's cake is so crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, it's delicious!"

Lou Xiao'e spoke vaguely while closing her eyes and slowly savoring the deliciousness of the cake, her face full of satisfaction and intoxication.

Su Jiao was delighted when she saw Lou Xiao'e's satisfied look.

She smiled and said, "If you like it, eat a few more pieces. Come on, Lanxiang, you can try it too."

Chen Lanxiang smiled and nodded, a trace of gratitude on her face: "Then Xiao'e and I are in for a treat today!"

Just then, Jia Zhang came back from outside with Xiao Dang cursing.

The moment she looked up, she saw three people talking and laughing in front of Sha Zhu's house, especially Lou Xiao'e's satisfied look as she ate the candy cake, which made the anger in her heart rush to her head like a rocket.

"You shameless bitch, a money-loser, a useless thing, just like Qin Huairu..."

Jia Zhang stood at the door of her house, with her hands on her hips, and yelled at the top of her lungs.

Her voice was sharp and piercing, like lightning that cuts through the sky, instantly shattering the tranquility and peace of the central courtyard.

Lou Xiao'e, Chen Lanxiang and Su Jiao were originally immersed in this pleasant atmosphere, but were startled by Jia Zhang's sudden scolding.

The children were so frightened that they stopped laughing, their faces turned red, and they seemed like they might cry at any moment.

Lou Xiao'e's face suddenly lost interest. She frowned and said impatiently, "Jia Zhang is really a psychopath. She curses all day long, as if everyone's family is hers."

Seeing this, Chen Lanxiang stood up hurriedly and pulled Lou Xiaoe and Su Jiao into the house. While pulling the two of them, she whispered, "Ignore her, let's go inside and talk."

The three of them walked into the house. Lou Xiao'e was still frightened. She patted her chest and said, "This Jia Zhang is so annoying. She curses people for no reason. She is really uneducated."

Chen Lanxiang smiled helplessly, patted Lou Xiaoe's shoulder gently, and said: "She is just like that. When Yi Zhonghai protected the Jia family, Jia Zhang was lawless in the courtyard. Now she has no one to protect her and can't get any benefits. She must be angry. It's a pity for Xiaodang, who grew up in that kind of environment all day long. Sigh..."

There was a hint of a sigh in her voice, and her eyes revealed sympathy and helplessness towards Xiaodang.

Lou Xiao'e and Su Jiao looked at each other. They were secretly glad that they had seen the true face of Jia Zhang as soon as they moved into the courtyard. They also became more determined to stay away from the people of the Jia family.