Chapter 244: Looking For Zhang Ling Again
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
The news that Jiang Chuan had a good relationship with Chief Captain Zhou’s younger brother and had even brought a box of milk to Chief Captain Zhou’s house quickly spread throughout the production team, and Chen Xing also caught wind of it.
Upon hearing this, Chen Xing deduced that Jiang Chuan, being a perceptive person, might have a close private relationship with Chief Captain Zhou. This would make any favor from Jiang Chuan more valuable than previously thought.
With this thought in mind, Chen Xing became enthusiastic again. He took the initiative to look for Old Jiang’s family and prepared to look for Zhang Ling again to ask about Zhang Ling’s family indirectly.
This time, it was Old Madam Jiang who opened the door. She was too bored lying in bed and could not be bothered to pretend that her back hurt anymore. She started to walk around.
Upon seeing that the visitor was the captain of the production team, her attitude became enthusiastic. She eagerly invited Chen Xing inside.
Zhang Ling was washing her clothes, but she couldn’t get a piece of dirt off. She was struggling with the clothes and was ordered by the old madam to pour tea. Reluctantly, Zhang Ling obeyed.
Once the tea was served, Chen Xing asked Zhang Ling to sit down, indicating he had questions for her.
Given Zhang Ling’s unique status related to illegal human trafficking, Mrs. Jiang became anxious when Chen Xing wanted to speak to her. She said, “Whatever you want to ask her, you can ask me directly. Her words don’t carry much weight in this household.”
Chen Xing took a sip of hot water and pointed to the seat next to her, insisting Zhang Ling to sit down. He said to Old Madam Jiang, “I’m afraid 1 can’t ask you about this. It’s about Zhang Ling’s family.”
Zhang Ling’s face turned pale, fearing the disclosure of some hidden matters.
Chen Xing then said to Zhang Ling,” The staff went to your house to investigate. Your father passed away a month ago. Now, there is a problem. It is not suitable for your family to live on the mountain. Have you thought about moving your family to Pushan Village?”
Both Zhang Ling and Old Madam Jiang were stunned.
Zhang Ling was shocked to learn of her father’s death, but there was also an inappropriate sense of relief. She never had a good relationship with her father, who had always been abusive and even sold her off. However, she was close to her two younger brothers and her mother.
With her father gone, she naturally hoped her family could move to Pushan village. Having her relatives close would strengthen her position in the old Jiang household.
Old Madam Jiang was shocked from realizing that if Zhang Ling’s family moved to Pushan village, Jiang Qing would return!
Jiang Chuan was living better and better now. Jiang Qing coming back now would mean she’d be returning to enjoy the good life. Old Madam Jiang thought, “This simply cannot happen. That ungrateful girl shouldn’t think of returning in this lifetime!”
“Sounds good!”
“No way!”
Both voiced their opinions simultaneously. Old Madam Jiang glared fiercely at Zhang Ling, who pretended not to notice and asked Chen Xing, “When are they planning to move? Where will they stay?”
Chen Xing was surprised by Zhang Ling’s eagerness, “It’s just a consideration now. We need to make arrangements. It’s not a simple move. You also need to consult your family to see if they’re willing to leave the mountains.”
Zhang Ling was a little disappointed, but she didn’t give up and asked many questions. Chen Xing answered them one by one. Chen Xing also took the opportunity to ask Zhang Ling many questions about the Zhang family.
The more Old Madam Jiang listened, the more uneasy she felt. She annoyingly said, “Captain Chen, you’re here on behalf of Jiang Chuan, aren’t you? Is he trying to bring his daughter back? He was living a good life now. He didn’t even think about how much his parents had suffered. He just wanted to bring that money-losing thing back! Anyway, I won’t allow it!”
Jiang Chuan had already moved out of the family. It was none of Old Madam Jiang’s business if he wanted to bring his eldest daughter back. Her disapproval was irrelevant.
Since he had achieved his purpose for coming here today, he could not be bothered to waste his breath on Old Madam Jiang. So he left without further discussion.
After Chen Xing left, Jiang Hong reluctantly walked out of the house. Her triangular eyes narrowed into a line. “Grandma, is Jiang Qing coming back? 1 won’t allow it! She’s a sly fox. If she returns, she’ll steal my limelight. When that time comes, the men in the village will only praise her for her beauty and won’t be able to see me at all!”
Old Madam Jiang was furious and did not have the time to care about Jiang Hong. She waved her hand impatiently.” How can Jiang Qing compare to you? She’s married! Who would even glance at her? Don’t make things difficult for yourself, and don’t bother me.”
Jiang Hong felt even more aggrieved after hearing this. She did not dare to say anything and obediently returned to her room..
