The Beautiful Stepmother from the Eighties: Marrying a Factory Director to Raise Kids

Chapter 394

Thinking of this possibility, Si Nian couldn't help but feel grateful to the two children. They were truly her lucky stars.Fang Bowen was fine, and without any of them, this outcome would have been impossible.

In the hospital.

Lin Sisi had been admitted to the hospital again.

Si Nian had become the provincial top scorer in the science college entrance examination, and she was so angry that she hadn't eaten for three days and three nights.

Now she was sent here for an IV drip.

Zhang Cuimei looked as if she had aged a dozen years, her hair turning white.

Obviously, this blow didn't just affect Lin Sisi; it had a huge impact on her as well.

In her impression, Si Nian was just a little smarter than others. When Si Nian wanted to take the college entrance examination before, Zhang Cuimei even mocked her for making a fool of herself.

She never expected that in such a short time, she would be slapped in the face so hard.

A few days ago, when a newspaper wrote about Si Nian being an ungrateful wretch, Zhang Cuimei felt that she had finally vented her anger.

But unexpectedly, in just a few days, the newspaper was sued, and she heard that the rumor-mongers had all been arrested.

What was said was right, to begin with. She had raised her for over ten years, and her glorious achievements were all thanks to the Si family. What right did she have to disown her?

Zhang Cuimei had excitedly wanted to find someone to share and complain about how Si Nian treated them and Lin Sisi.

But upon hearing that the rumor-mongers had been sued in court and that the matter was extremely serious—even her sister Zhang Xiaoyun, who spread the rumors, was suspended and sent home due to the severe impact of the incident—Zhang Cuimei didn't dare say a single bad word about Si Nian anymore.

She could only sulk in silence.

She was so angry that she would even wake up from her dreams in the middle of the night.

She didn't know how things had come to this point. Actually, in the past, she just felt a lack of closeness with Si Nian, but she still loved this adopted daughter very much.

She couldn't understand how everything had changed like this in just over a year.

Passing nurses were still discussing the matter: I heard that this provincial science top scorer had it really tough. Her path to the college entrance examination was full of bumps. She finally managed to become the top scorer, only to be slandered by the adoptive parents who abandoned her. It's truly despicable.

Fortunately, the public's eyes are sharp. I heard that Tsinghua and Peking University have already sent people to recruit her, and other universities are also waiting for their chance. To get such a score, she must have been very smart before. If she hadn't been forced into marriage, her future would definitely be extremely bright.

Hearing this, Zhang Cuimei's face turned green.

The way they said it, it sounded as if it was their fault for not letting Si Nian take the college entrance examination.

Back then, didn't Si Nian happily drop out of school upon hearing that she could marry Fu Yang?

How could anyone blame them?

Besides, what was the use of a girl getting such good grades? She would still be married off in the future anyway.

They didn't even think about who had been willing to spend money to cultivate her!

These people were still talking bad about them behind their backs. It was truly hateful!

Zhang Cuimei couldn't swallow her anger, nor could she vent it. She almost suffocated herself.

Then she thought about how Si Nian had prestigious universities like Tsinghua and Peking University fighting over her as soon as the scores came out, while her own daughter still had no news due to the impact of this incident. She couldn't help but feel a deep sorrow.

Since being provoked by Si Nian that day, her daughter had refused to eat and had lost a whole circle of weight.

It was truly heartbreaking.

The Fu family was still pushing for the divorce. If her daughter hadn't been sick, she probably would have been forced to divorce by now!

The more Zhang Cuimei thought about it, the angrier she became.

Divorce was absolutely out of the question.

Fu Yang was her last trump card.

Meanwhile, at the Fu family.

Upon learning that Lin Sisi was lingering in the hospital and refusing to divorce, Father Fu and his wife looked terrible.

How did I not know before that this family was so shameless? It was agreed upon before Lin Sisi got out of prison, and now that the college entrance examination is over, she's still pretending! It's absolutely disgusting!

Mrs. Zheng was so angry that her face turned livid.

Father Fu also had a gloomy expression. Since Lin Sisi hadn't done anything like cheating or wronging the man, as long as she stubbornly refused, this marriage would indeed be difficult to dissolve.

They also disdained using underhanded methods.

But seeing that their son was already twenty-six, if this continued, when would they ever hold a grandchild?

Compared to their urgency, Fu Yang appeared very calm.

After losing Si Nian, he always felt that the people around him were somewhat lacking.

He would never have that kind of emotion-stirring feeling for anyone else again.

So whether he divorced or not didn't have much of an impact on him.

It could even help him block the annoyance of his parents forcing him to marry.

If this Lin Sisi left, there would be a second and a third Lin Sisi.

Fu Yang didn't want to waste his time on these matters.

His life wasn't just about getting married.

It was just that the Si family's shameless behavior was indeed infuriating.

After thinking for a moment, he spoke in a deep voice, If she won't divorce, then so be it. It doesn't matter, as long as she doesn't regret it.

The couple froze for a moment and asked with furrowed brows, What does that mean? If you don't divorce, are you going to be tied down by her for the rest of your life?

What kind of marriage is this? You have neither affection nor children.

Fu Yang said, It doesn't matter. Without her, you would still force me to marry anyway. Given my mother's taste in daughters-in-law, the next one might not be much better than Lin Sisi. Since she's happy to keep it this way, why should we force it? I'm leaving anyway.

Mrs. Zheng rolled her eyes in anger at her son. You brat, if you had found someone yourself, would I need to worry? Besides, how is my taste bad? Look at how great Si Nian was. Look at how beautiful and educated she is, enjoying all the glory right now. If you hadn't kept dragging your feet, you two would have been married long ago. How would it ever have been Lin Sisi's turn?

Fu Yang frowned and said nothing more.

Instead, Father Fu asked in a deep voice, Have you thought this through?

Fu Yang nodded, Yes. My life should be dedicated to the country. What's the point of doing it for a woman?

Mrs. Zheng became anxious, What kind of riddles are you father and son playing?

Father Fu sighed, Let him be.

It turned out that Fu Yang had applied to be transferred to the remote Northwest Military Region for further study.

Originally, Father Fu did not agree.

But looking at his stubborn son, he felt that perhaps it was for the best.

Since his last trip to the Northwest, he had changed a lot and matured significantly.

Since he wanted to go, it must be because there was something he wanted there.

Why use a woman to tie him down?

Hearing this news, even Fu Qianqian, who had been gloating on the sidelines, was shocked.

Her brother was actually going to the Northwest Military Region, and it was the kind of trip where he wouldn't come home for several years.

Suddenly, she couldn't laugh anymore.

Only now did she remember her brother's good points.

Although she was always bickering with Fu Yang, mocking him and complaining about him.

But Fu Yang was actually quite good to her; he was willing to buy her things and give her money to spend.

Without her brother, her pocket money would be cut in half.

Even though she was working now, she still needed her brother's financial support.

Now that her brother was leaving, there would be no one to give her money.

So sad...

Fu Yang: ...

The Zhou family.

Division Commander Jiang was currently visiting the Zhou family's courtyard.

Zhou Yueshen was on the side taking care of the children. Si Nian had been very busy lately, with schools coming to their door all day offering gifts and extending olive branches.

Therefore, the task of looking after the children was thrown to him.

Si Nian didn't know why he was suddenly no longer busy. According to Zhou Yueshen, he wanted to change his approach to making money.

Because Si Nian had once said that people who make big money always use their brains, not their hands.

So now he had recruited many talented people to manage the company. He no longer did the manual work himself; he only needed to check the daily ledgers sent by his assistant.

Zhou Yueshen was slowly transitioning the breeding farm to a free-range model.

Because once Si Nian's admission letter arrived, they would face a major issue.

That was whether Si Nian would take a leave of absence or start school right away.

Yaoyao could already read some words now and could attend preschool.

But with Si Nian not at home, it would ultimately be inconvenient.

If they were going to Beijing, he had to make preparations in advance.

Of course, regardless of the decision, Zhou Yueshen felt there wouldn't be any major problems.

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Compared to Second Child's stability, Jiang Jiu's legs were shaking like leaves.

He didn't have much muscle. Even after exercising for a few days, his stamina couldn't keep up.

Second Child was also sweating profusely, but his legs were very strong. He could hold the stance for forty to fifty minutes on his very first try.

It made Si Nian's scalp tingle just watching them. If she were to do this pose, her legs would probably start shaking in less than a minute.

Yaoyao was learning to play chess with Division Commander Jiang.

Meanwhile, Zhou Zedong was following Si Nian in the kitchen, experimenting with delicious food.

Division Commander Jiang claimed he was just bringing his grandson over to play, but in reality, he was secretly imparting knowledge to Yaoyao.

Looking at the three well-occupied children, he couldn't help but sigh, It really is better to have parents at home. Look at how sensible and smart your children are. Little Zhou is capable, Teacher Xiao Si is smart, and your future children will probably be even more of geniuses.

Zhou Yueshen paused.

Then he said, We might not have children.

Division Commander Jiang was stunned for a moment. He had heard that these three children were the orphans of Zhou Yueshen's late sister.

In other words, Si Nian and Zhou Yueshen didn't have children of their own yet.

Si Nian was still young, so there was no worry for her.

But Zhou Yueshen was already thirty-one or thirty-two.

If this continued...

Although he felt it was a bit of a pity, it was a matter between husband and wife, not something outsiders could interfere with.

Moreover, Si Nian was about to go to university now, so it was really hard to say.

He sighed and said no more.

At this moment, Si Nian was still on the phone.

It was Peking University calling.

They would have someone call her every few hours, claiming they were worried she was being harassed by other universities.

They also said the leaders and professors sent to deliver her admission letter were already on a plane, telling her not to listen to the deceptive words of other schools.

They were terrified she would be snatched away.

They even promised that whatever demands other schools met, they would double them.

It was no wonder Peking University was so nervous.

Over the past few days, several universities had come to her door.

Bonuses and gifts were minor things.

Some said that as long as she enrolled, they could guarantee her three children a direct path to university.

This was a massive guarantee.

But Si Nian did not let this overwhelming wealth and privilege cloud her judgment.

The three children were all very smart. As long as they wanted to, they could definitely test into schools no worse than hers.

So she did not agree.

Furthermore, she knew well that whatever other schools were willing to offer, Peking University could definitely match.

She just needed to wait peacefully.

The main thing was that Zhou Yueshen was at home. This man always wore a cold expression, and those so-called leaders and professors felt intimidated when they saw him.

They didn't dare to push Si Nian too hard.

So things remained relatively peaceful.

Fu Qianqian came to Si Nian's house crying.

Si Nian was startled and asked her what had happened.

Looking heartbroken, Fu Qianqian stuffed two rose cakes into her mouth before saying, My brother is leaving. He is being transferred to the Northwest and might not be back for three or four years. I really can't bear to see him go.

Si Nian was also surprised to hear this.

Fu Yang was actually leaving.

However, seeing how Fu Qianqian usually complained about her brother mercilessly, she had thought Fu Qianqian would be happy if Fu Yang left.

To Si Nian, aside from a bit of surprise, this news didn't evoke any strong feelings.

After all, she wasn't the original owner of this body and didn't have a shred of affection for Fu Yang.

So she comforted her, It's okay, it's not like you'll never see him again.

Fu Qianqian retorted angrily, How is it okay? It's a disaster! If he leaves, I won't be able to spend his money anymore. I'll have to buy five or six fewer new clothes a month. Do you know what a huge blow that is to a beauty-loving girl?

Si Nian: ...

Then, remembering that Si Nian was also leaving, and for three or four years at that, Fu Qianqian was suddenly overcome with grief.

She started crying again.

The loss of money was one thing, but now she couldn't even freeload meals anymore.

Si Nian rolled her eyes so hard they almost got stuck.

Actually, she was thinking that since Zhou Yueshen, while in this city, could so coincidentally stumble upon houses that would be slated for demolition in the future.

Then if she went to Beijing, could she also buy some courtyard houses at a low price?

One must know that decades later, the price of courtyard houses would be ridiculously expensive.

Although the money she had on her now, combined with what Zhou Yueshen had given her, amounted to over a hundred thousand, which was an astronomical sum in this era.

By 2023, this amount wouldn't even be enough for a down payment.

She didn't know how much Zhou Yueshen had made, and she had never asked.

But if there really was such an opportunity, she wanted Zhou Yueshen to make a move.

Being able to sit back and collect money without having to work oneself to the bone running to the breeding farm, while also being able to focus more on the children's education at home, wouldn't that kind of life be better?

The more Si Nian thought about it, the more tempted she became.

It had to be said that the learning process was tedious.

No matter what one was learning.

Second Child had been learning martial arts from his father for ten days.

Not only had he not learned a single move, but he spent all day running and doing the horse stance.

He was already restless by nature, so he quickly lost interest.

It was entirely his father's imposing presence that kept him in line.

Now, taking advantage of Zhou Yueshen going upstairs to work, he immediately slacked off.

Just as he was about to run out the door, he bumped into Captain Li, who had come to deliver Fang Hui's verdict and compensation money.

Because Si Nian was now considered a very famous figure in the province. Her brilliant achievements not only brought glory to herself and her school but also gave the entire province a great deal of prestige.

Because this city was located in a plateau region with rugged terrain, its development had always been slow.

As the saying goes, If you want to get rich, build roads first. However, building roads here, given the reality that there wasn't an inch of flat land, was far more difficult than in any other province.

As a result, people had always assumed that the locals here were still living in conditions where they lit candles for light and rode pigs to school.

By achieving such a high score, Si Nian naturally brought honor to this city.

Now the whole country knew that this inconspicuous city had produced the provincial top scorer in the science track, ranking in the top three nationally for total score, and currently holding the record for the most subjects with perfect scores.

The leaders, of course, could not tolerate anyone smearing her reputation.

Therefore, the Sunshine Daily suffered miserably this time.

Not only were they directly shut down, but Fang Hui was also sentenced to three months in prison.