Exclusive Pampered Wife: My Wife Came to My Door

Chapter 345 Dispute

The women, seeing his ecstatic expression, knew the drug was working, and each one clung to him like a seductive enchantress.

This is a highly concentrated drug; just three intravenous injections will lead to addiction. The patron instructed that this fair-skinned young master Gu be well taken care of, and that his deeds be carried forward, but he must not be harmed in the slightest.

Gu Yunxi used to take drugs occasionally, but only for fun; he would never actually touch something so potent. For him, nothing was more important than life. But he knew he was truly finished this time. His hallucinations grew stronger, and he began to involuntarily lunge at the women. The women giggled and writhed, and Gu Yunxi went berserk.

Seeing that the time was right, the lead bodyguard said, "We can move out now."

Yan Zuozuo was woken up early by a phone call from Chi Ran, who told her to get ready to meet up at the military compound. Still half-asleep, she realized how exhausting it had been to take care of the two little ones last night. She had to admit, she was a terrible mother.

"Do you need me to buy anything on the way?" She got out of bed and went to look at the baby in the crib next to her.

"I've had Zhi Tu prepare everything. You just need to go. I've also notified Mom." Chi Ran said as she directed Lu Zhi Tu to load the things into the car, which consisted of three large bags.

Yan Zuozuo was a little embarrassed: "I've troubled you so much, but I haven't done anything."

"Sister-in-law, you're being too polite. We're all family, no need for such formalities. Alright, Zhi Tu and I are about to set off, so I won't say any more. You should head over there soon too."

Yan Zuozuo hung up the phone and started to wash and dress herself. She wore a tracksuit today and changed the two little babies into tracksuits as well, since she couldn't carry them all by herself and it would be more convenient to bring a nanny.

Around 8 o'clock, they arrived at the compound and saw Chi Ran sitting on the sofa chatting with her mother. Upon seeing them enter, she immediately stood up and said spiritedly, "Let's go!"

Lu Zhitu carried all the heavy things, Yan Zuozuo held one child, and Chi's mother held another. They chose to rest on the lawn in the suburbs. The two little babies were already learning to talk and walk. When they were put on the lawn, they squeaked and wobbled, making a group of adults laugh.

The atmosphere was originally very harmonious. Just as Chi Ran was about to bring up Tong Shili's matter, a clear laugh came from not far away, "Baby is so cute. This cleverness and quick wit really is inherited from President Chi and Zuo Zuo."

Everyone looked over and saw Tong Shili appear in sportswear, carrying a backpack, as if she had been prepared. Yan Zuozuo and Chi Ran exchanged glances, finding it strange. Chi's mother, however, was not surprised at all and quickly greeted her, "Shili, come and sit down. You've finally arrived. I was worried you wouldn't be free today."

It turned out that Chi's mother had invited her!

Chi Ran frowned as she glanced at Tong Shili. She noticed that Tong Shili had been unusually affectionate with her mother since she arrived, almost more so than with her own daughter. Chi Ran felt uneasy, especially since the person her mother liked seemed to have ulterior motives.

Yan Zuozuo sighed inwardly. The more she saw Chi's mother and Tong Shili getting along well, the more she missed Chi Moqing. When he was around, she had a good relationship with Chi's mother; but now that he wasn't by her side, she didn't even know how to please Chi's mother. Without him, she was truly useless.

She stared blankly at the two children playing nearby, still unable to understand why Chi Moqing, surrounded by beautiful women, each more outstanding than her, could remain steadfastly by her side. Aside from causing trouble, she seemed to offer him nothing. Was it truly only because of love?

Consistent...

If Chi's mother dislikes her and despises her, and Chi Moqing is caught between his mother and her, what will he choose? If he chooses Chi's mother and lets go of her hand, can she accept it?

The thought of that possibility broke her heart.

Chi Ran noticed that Yan Zuozuo was in low spirits, yet still stubbornly defiant, and felt bad for her too. As a daughter, she knew her mother wouldn't hold grudges. Even if her mother said something, she wouldn't take it to heart; it would all be in the past. But Yan Zuozuo was different. Her mother always said things like, "Whoever marries Shili is lucky," which definitely bothered Yan Zuozuo.

She glanced again at Chi's mother, who was chatting happily with Tong Shili, and couldn't stand it any longer. She had to do something. Yan Zuozuo was only trying to help Chi's mother, but her mother had really gone too far.

After chatting with Tong Shili for a while, Chi's mother noticed that Yan Zuozuo was in a daze, so she said, "You two are bored. Why don't you go and help Zhitu? The two darlings and Shili will be hungry soon."

Chi Ran frowned slightly. Her mother's words clearly implied that they should serve Tong Shili. Her face darkened. "Whoever eats it should grill it. Don't they have hands and feet?"

Chi's mother was taken aback by Chi Ran's words and said unhappily, "How can you talk like that? I've recognized Shili as my goddaughter, so she's your sister. How can you talk like that?"

Tong Shili quickly said, "Godmother, it's alright. Xiao Ran is right, food tastes best when you bake it yourself. I'll come over and bake it for you so you can taste my cooking." With that, she headed towards Lu Zhitu.

“Look, look, they’re all about the same age. Look how sensible Shili is. You should all learn from her.”

Chi Ran didn't care, since she was her mother anyway. But saying that to Yan Zuozuo was going too far. Wasn't that blatant favoritism towards an outsider and bullying a family member? Besides, this Tong Shili wasn't a good person either.

"Mom, we came out to relax and have a family reunion. It's one thing for you to bring an outsider, but to say something like that, are you looking down on me or my sister-in-law?" Chi Ran said bluntly.

Chi's mother's face darkened: "What's wrong with you today, girl? You're talking like you've been shot. What did I do to offend you?" Chi's mother was completely baffled.

"You've really messed with me. My sister-in-law and I are your family, but you've been openly and secretly undermining us. What's the meaning of that? Mom, what will happen if my brother hears what you've been doing and saying these past few days?"

"What did I say? How did it become me belittling you? What can your brother do? I can't even speak. You little brat, are you deliberately trying to make things difficult for me today?" Mrs. Chi glared at her. "Let me tell you, you better control your spoiled brat attitude and learn from Shili..."

"Shili, Shili, Shili, all you ever talk about is Tong Shili. Have you ever thought about my feelings or my sister-in-law's feelings when you speak? Mom, what's wrong with you? You're just... just completely unreasonable!" Chi Ran interrupted her mother irritably. They were all doing it for her own good, but she was still willingly being used by bad people. It really made her furious.

Chi's mother's eyes widened, and she instantly raised her voice, "Chi Ran, what's wrong with you today? You were the one who suggested coming out, and now you're the one causing trouble. What exactly do you want?"

"I suggested the whole family go out for a walk, not that you bring just anyone. Mom, I'm not trying to criticize you, but what do you mean by saying that marrying Tong Shili is a blessing? Who are you trying to convince yourself of that?" Chi Ran retorted without backing down, making her mother's face turn green. "You, you, you..."

"So you're not satisfied with my sister-in-law and want to find another one for my brother? Mom, even if you have that idea, shouldn't you ask my brother if he's willing? If my brother knew that you were bullying my sister-in-law like this at home, what do you think he would do?" Chi Ran became angrier and angrier as she spoke, her little face turning bright red.

Chi's mother was also angry and screamed, "If I bullied your sister-in-law, explain yourself! Who told you that?"

"I've seen it all without anyone telling me..."

"Alright, alright, everyone's finally made it out together, stop arguing." Yan Zuozuo quickly tried to mediate when she saw the argument getting heated.

"Don't play the good guy for me. I was wondering why Xiao Ran suddenly suggested going on a picnic; turns out it was all your idea. Yan Zuozuo, I've always treated you well, but I never expected you to be this kind of person!"

"No, Mom..."

"Don't call me Mom, I'm not worthy of being your mom! Don't you dislike Shili? Let's go, so we won't get in your way!" After saying that, Chi's mother pulled Tong Shili to leave, then turned back and glared fiercely at Chi Ran, "You come with me too, look at what you've learned, so disrespectful to your elders, you've gone too far!"

"Mom!" Chi Ran didn't expect her mother to become so unable to distinguish right from wrong.

"If you don't come with me, don't call me Mom!"

The atmosphere instantly became tense. Chi's mother looked at Yan Zuozuo as if she wanted to slap her. Yan Zuozuo had a headache. She had originally meant well by advising Chi's mother to stay away from Tong Shili, but she didn't expect it to turn out like this.

"Mom, sister-in-law, Xiaoran, calm down. We're all out having fun, arguing like this will ruin the mood." Lu Zhitu walked to Chi's mother's side, put his arm around her shoulder and said, "Mom, you're the head of the family. They're just kids. Are you going to hold a grudge against these children?"

Chi's mother was very angry and pursed her lips without saying a word.

Lu Zhitu smiled, then walked over to Chi Ran and Yan Zuozuo and said gently, "We are all juniors, and we can't argue with our elders no matter what. Go and apologize."

Yan Zuozuo walked to Chi's mother first, her eyes lowered, and said meekly, "Mom, I'm sorry, I upset you today. It's all my fault, please don't be angry with me and Xiaoran."

Chi's mother remained silent, her gaze fixed on Chi Ran.

Chi Ran was also stubborn. She felt that she was not wrong, but that her mother was being unreasonable and refused to apologize.

Chi's mother was still angry, convinced that Yan Zuozuo had sown discord and orchestrated everything that happened today, and she disliked her even more.

Yan Zuozuo could also sense that a rift had been created between her and Chi's mother. No matter what she did, she was likely already crossed off in Chi's mother's mind, making future interactions even more difficult. She sighed heavily, but she was still very touched by Chi Ran's loyal support.