Transmigration: Becoming the Wicked Stepmother of Four Children

Chapter 20 Division of the Family Property, Signing of the Marriage Contract

"You guys are just being ridiculous!"

Lin Qingshan shouted loudly,

The sound was like a thunderclap, making everyone present's ears ring.

His eyes widened, and his face turned bright red.

He was furious with the two women, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, and his chest heaved violently.

"Do you two have any conscience at all?"

"With the third daughter in such a state now, how are they, a widow and her children, supposed to survive if the family divides the inheritance?"

Lin Qingshan pointed at Liu Cuihua and Qin Xiulian, his fingers trembling.

"Qingqing and the children have already suffered enough, and you still bully them like this!"

Liu Cuihua and Qin Xiulian were startled by the sudden roar.

But they quickly recovered and realized that it wasn't so easy to deal with.

Liu Cuihua put her hands on her hips, pouted, and said defiantly:

"Dad, don't listen to Lu Qingqing's nonsense. We didn't bully them at all."

Qin Xiulian also chimed in:

"That's right, old man, don't let that little bitch fool you!"

We're all doing this for the good of this family.

Lin Qingshan was so angry that his beard stood on end.

"For the good of this family? Is this what you call for the good of the family?"

They locked the kitchen, preventing people from eating, and beat and verbally abused the children.

They're even thinking about separating the family property; how is any of that for the good of the family?

Liu Cuihua rolled her eyes and muttered:

"Anyway, the third wife is just a burden, so splitting up the family is better for everyone."

Qin Xiulian also fanned the flames from the sidelines:

"Old man, don't be fooled by Lu Qingqing."

She just wanted to throw this family into chaos.

Lin Qingshan was furious and raised his hands:

"If you keep arguing like this, I'll teach you a lesson!"

Seeing that Lin Qingshan was truly angry, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law calmed down a bit.

But he was still unconvinced and kept muttering to himself.

Just then, Lu Qingqing, who had been silent all along, spoke.

She took a deep breath, as if she had made a tremendous decision.

He straightened his back and said loudly:

"Father, I agree to separate the family!"

Lu Qingqing's voice was clear and firm.

Like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, it instantly shattered the noise of the scene.

Her eyes were bright and resolute as she looked directly at Lin Qingshan.

“Father, we, the third branch of the family, have suffered enough grievances these past few days.”

"My sister-in-law and mother can't tolerate us at all; we simply can't go on living like this."

As Lu Qingqing spoke, she hugged the child beside her tightly.

"I don't want my children to suffer anymore. Even if life gets tough after we separate, I'm not afraid!"

Er Mao, tugging at Lu Qingqing's sleeve, looked up and said:

"Mom, I support you!"

Shuang'er echoed in her childish voice:

"Shuang'er isn't afraid. Shuang'er just wants to be with her mother."

Lu Qingqing patted the children's heads, then looked at Lin Qingshan again and said:

"Father, please grant our wish!"

Lin Qingshan looked at Lu Qingqing and the pitiful children beside her.

My heart is filled with reluctance.

His eyes were filled with deep pity and helplessness, and his lips trembled slightly.

"Qingqing, your father doesn't want you to suffer either, but..."

Lin Qingshan sighed deeply, his brows furrowed, and the wrinkles on his face seemed to deepen.

His eyes darted around, and his hands unconsciously rubbed together.

It reveals the inner turmoil and struggle.

"I know you've been wronged, and it pains me to see you suffer like this."

Lin Qingshan's voice was choked with emotion, and tears welled up in his eyes.

"It's because Father is incompetent..."

He shook his head helplessly, his weathered face filled with guilt and powerlessness.

"I'm sorry, Dad. With the third son in this state, I couldn't protect you all."

Lin Qingshan's voice grew increasingly low, as if these few words had exhausted all his strength.

Lu Qingqing looked at Lin Qingshan's pained expression.

A pang of pity welled up in my heart, but then I thought of the suffering the children had endured.

She still firmly stated:

“Father, I know your difficulties, but dividing the family property is better for everyone.”

Just then, Qin Xiulian jumped out and said with a hideous expression:

"Lu Qingqing, if you're determined to separate the family,

Hmph, then they can only get that old house at the east end of the village.

Don't even think about getting any more land or silver; you won't get a single penny!

Her eyes widened, filled with fierceness and meanness.

That distorted face looked like it could devour someone.

"That old house is dilapidated and has been uninhabited for many years. It even leaks when it rains."

"You'll have a hard time living with these kids!"

Qin Xiulian stood with her hands on her hips, spitting as she spoke.

"Let me tell you, this is already the biggest concession I've made, don't be ungrateful!"

Lu Qingqing looked at Qin Xiulian's ferocious face.

Anger burned within her like a flame, but she forced herself to suppress it.

He said coldly:

"Mother-in-law, you're being too heartless!"

Don't we, the third wife, have made any contribution to this family?

"Is that all you deserve? That dilapidated house?"

Qin Xiulian sneered:

"Merit? What merits have you made?"

The third brother is practically a living dead now, not to mention...

Are we supposed to raise these good-for-nothing brats of yours?

Lu Qingqing was so angry that she trembled all over, and her voice rose a few decibels:

"Mother-in-law, how can you be so heartless? They are your grandchildren, after all."

Qin Xiulian ignored her completely and continued to speak arrogantly:

"I said no, so what can you do to me?"

Either accept it obediently, or don't separate and continue to suffer here!

Okay, I agree.

Since you're so heartless, I have nothing more to say.

Lu Qingqing's voice was filled with deep disappointment and resolute determination.

Her gaze was icy as she stared directly at Qin Xiulian.

"But before that, I need you to sign a letter severing ties with my family."

From now on, you will be part of our third household.

"The bridge is the bridge, the road is the road; all ties are severed, a clean break!"

Lu Qingqing's words were resounding and stunned everyone present.

At this moment, Liu Cuihua started instigating again, saying in a sarcastic tone:

"Mother, think about it, this is probably how the third son's life will be."

I'll have to spend a lot of money on medical treatment in the future!

This is a bottomless pit; we can't let them drag us down."

Qin Xiulian gritted her teeth after hearing Liu Cuihua's words, thinking to herself:

"Yes, we can't let the third wife drag us down."

So, at Liu Cuihua's urging, Qin Xiulian picked up a pen.

Without hesitation, he signed the letter severing ties with his family.

"You, you are absolutely insane!"

Upon seeing this, Lin Qingshan trembled with rage, his eyes wide with fury.

With a "pfft," a mouthful of blood spurted out.

He fell backward and passed out.

The village chief shook his head helplessly and sighed:

"What kind of mess has this created!"

The villagers also expressed their disgust at Qin Xiulian and Liu Cuihua's behavior.

They were whispering and discussing among themselves.

"This is outrageous! How can you treat your own family like this!"

"Exactly! This mother-in-law and daughter-in-law are so cruel, they're practically inhuman!"

"Poor Lu Qingqing and the children, how will they survive from now on!"

Everyone's eyes were filled with sympathy for Lu Qingqing and anger towards Qin Xiulian and her mother-in-law.

Liu Cuihua crossed her arms and said with a smug look on her face:

"Lu Qingqing, look, this family has already split up, and the severance of ties has been signed."

You should hurry up and take your living dead husband and these burdens and get out of here!

You're not allowed to take anything from this house. From now on, the old house at the east end of the village will be yours for a discounted price!

Her eyes were filled with contempt and disdain, and the corners of her mouth turned up.

He revealed a smug smile.

"snort,

Don't even think about taking a single needle or thread from this house.

"You three wives only deserve to live in that dilapidated house!"

Liu Cuihua became more and more enthusiastic as she spoke, and her voice rose a few decibels.

"I'd like to see how long you can last without our help!"

Lu Qingqing glared at Liu Cuihua, her teeth grinding together.

"Liu Cuihua, don't go too far! Even without you..."

"I, Lu Qingqing, can also lead a good life with my children."

Liu Cuihua, however, was unimpressed and sneered:

"Oh, still being stubborn! Bring your living dead husband along."

"Get out of here, don't get in my way!"