Chapter 527: The Backing My Sister Gives Me

Not knowing if it was because of the pregnancy or because she was moved, Xia Qiu's eyes instantly reddened: "Chuxue, thank you. If it weren't for you, our family probably wouldn't have the good life we have now."

Her gratitude came from the heart. Without Chuxue's courage back then, their second branch would never have split off, they could never have had such a good life, and it would have been even less possible for them to have the means to help her out.

Now that her maiden family's days had improved, her own backbone had grown considerably firmer. Not to mention, ever since her younger sister moved to the city and found a military officer for a husband, she could clearly feel the change in attitude toward her from every member of her husband's family.

All of this came from the younger sister standing before her.

Chuxue patted her hand: "Sisters should look out for each other. Besides, didn't I say I'd be your backing? If you really run into trouble, don't try to shoulder it alone."

Xia Qiu was so moved she could only choke out a reply: "Alright."

While the two sisters were chatting inside, Zhang Shanmei outside the courtyard was fretting as she schemed for an advantage. Worried her own weight wasn't enough, she tried to stir up trouble with the second branch's daughter-in-law, Shaocheng's wife: "Xiaojing, your eldest sister-in-law's maiden family must have sent plenty of good stuff again. You're in for a treat."

An Xiaojing was envious, but she knew it had nothing to do with her: "Second Sister-in-law, those are things your eldest sister-in-law's maiden family sent. Whether they belong to the household or not, we all eat from the same pot, but I won't covet what isn't mine. Save your breath."

Seeing her scheme exposed, Zhang Shanmei said: "How dare you talk to me like that. You really can't tell good from bad."

An Xiaojing stood up: "Second Sister-in-law, save it."

After finishing her instructions to her sister, Chuxue prepared to leave: "Sis, remember what I said—keep your eyes open about everything."

Xia Qiu nodded: "I've got it. Your work address and phone number, I've memorized them all."

Seeing Chuxue come out, Qiu Mu's eldest aunt-in-law hurried over: "Chuxue, about my sister's brother-in-law's matter, I'll still need to ask your partner for more help."

"Auntie by marriage, I've made myself very clear. My partner can help them look into the situation. If your sister's brother-in-law really broke the law, then no one can save him. If he was wronged, the police will eventually give him justice. Please don't make things difficult for us."

Before Qiu Mu's eldest aunt-in-law could say more, Qiu Mu squeezed over: "Chuxue, you're leaving already?"

Chuxue smiled: "Yes, we still have to rush back to the city for work. If we're any later, I'll be late. My sister's pregnancy is getting heavy lately, so please keep an extra eye on her."

"Sigh, your sister has worked hard for our Qiu family. Looking after her is only right."

The two exchanged a smile. Chuxue glanced at the watch on her wrist: "It's getting late, we should be going."

Just as she stepped out the gate, Chuxue asked: "Why didn't I see the Qiu family's great-grandmother?"

Xia Qiu laughed: "Great-grandmother was taken by the younger generation from the clan side yesterday—her cousin's grandson is getting married."

Seeing Chuxue come out, Fu Yan Cheng wrapped up his conversation with his future brother-in-law and headed straight for the driver's seat.

Chuxue waved out the window: "All of you, go back in. We're off."

The car started up and slowly pulled away.

Xia Qiu watched the car until it was far away, her heart full of feeling. Her younger sister would come by with her partner every now and then, letting her hold her head high in her husband's family.

Even the people in the first branch no longer dared to gossip about her lightly.

Just as she was about to turn and go back, her second sister-in-law Zhang Shanmei sidled up: "Xia Qiu, what did your maiden family's sister bring you this time?"

Xia Qiu didn't want to deal with her and replied offhandedly: "Afraid my nutrition couldn't keep up, she brought some fruits and snacks."

Zhang Shanmei gave a small cough: "Sister-in-law, you know my little Ya was premature, and my milk supply has never been enough. Could you spare me some?"