On the day her grandmother came out, she used the old method, insisting on clearing away their bad luck, and the whole family breathed a sigh of relief, especially Mom and her second aunt, who turned red-eyed.
But everyone knows this was a baseless accusation, all orchestrated by the Wang Family.
And that Wang Qianjin, having provoked the Lin Family, surely wonât have a good ending. As a result, the day after the second uncle came out, Wang Qianjin was subjected to a late-night investigation.
Without them needing to produce the recording, a few words from the second uncle scared him into confessing directly.
He honestly confessed that it was people from the Wang Family who gave him a batch of money, asking him to falsely accuse the Lin Family. He too was blinded by the money.
Since he said so, the Wang Family couldnât escape responsibility, but they kept denying it. In the end, an anonymous tape was sent somehow, and as soon as the voice emerged, they couldnât deny it.
Of course, no one investigated the source of the tape; it was clear someone wanted to target the Wang Family. Even if they guessed the Lin Family did it, no one would investigate any further. For more than a year, the Wang and Lin families have been battling each other openly and secretly, and many people are aware, remaining in a state of observation as it doesnât affect them who wins or loses.
However, over the years, everyone knows that the Wang Familyâs frequent deceitful actions will eventually lead to trouble.
Yet they still foolishly targeted the Lin Family, without considering how solidly rooted they are in both military and political circles. The eldest son contributed significantly to the country and didnât contact his family for over a decade. He is indeed an able man, currently achieving good results in the military. Over the years, the younger Lin managed Z City admirably, and in a nationwide evaluation, if not first or second, being among the top few is not improbable. Furthermore, they never committed any undue actions; they are untouchable, unlike the unclean Wang Family.
He did bring down one of their grandsons earlier, but it was part of their tactical retreat, as the grandson wanted to step back. This grandson is now thriving in the business world, achieving remarkable results over the past year or so, ensuring the Lin Familyâs influence across the military, government, and commerce.
Now, people are eager to curry favor; whoever dares to plot behind their backs, the Wang Familyâs actions have led to their downfall.
Also, Wang Qianjin, with his corrupt dealings, is enough for several years in prison. But the Wang Family wonât spare him either; itâs best that he doesnât come out.
Still, having said they would help Zhang Dandan resolve this, they couldnât go back on their word, and Dad had to go over. That day, Dad wore his military uniform and went through the green channel to meet Wang Qianjin.
Although Lin Wan and the others didnât know what Dad said to him, the gist was that although Zhang Dandan made many mistakes, disappointing the family, she still remains their relative. She cannot be bullied by him; from now on, sheâs no longer connected to him, and after his release, thereâll be no further ties.
Of course, if he harbors any resentment or plans for revenge, they would immediately bring Wang Qianjin back in.
Wang Qianjin is someone who bullies the weak and fears the strong. Seeing that Zhang Dandanâs uncle isnât easy to provoke, he immediately backed down, nodding repeatedly, abandoning any thought of living well with Zhang Dandan.
He regrets now, knowing the Lin Family isnât as heartless as he assumed, and realizes he was tricked by Zhang Dandanâs act.
Now, itâs too late to say anything.
After this matter settled, Lin Wan found Zhang Dandan a small storefront with a good location, right in the mallâs food street. The area has high foot traffic, and itâs just starting to attract investors. She chose a good spot and paid three monthsâ rent for Zhang Dandan.
Zhang Dandan was taken by Mom, learning for a few days, and also spent some time at their hotpot restaurantâs fried chicken counter, getting familiar with the process before starting out. She also informed Zhang Dandan of the chicken suppliers and helped install a phone in her shop.
A nearby house was rented temporarily for her; of course, she didnât cover the rent payments. Zhang Dandan has saved quite a lot after being with Wang Qianjin for these years.
What they promised has been fulfilled: the shopâs rent, renovation, and telephone amounted to over ten thousand yuan.
The shop is in the prime location, the craftsmanship is top-notch, and now itâs up to Zhang Dandan to perform well.
"Everythingâs arranged, right?" Liang Hongmei asked Lin Wan upon her return.
"Everythingâs arranged. Today, itâs open for business; I was there this morning watching. Once things are ready, she can handle it alone." The fried chicken shop offers quick service, not requiring many employees.
These days, sheâs been overseeing things with Zhang Dandan but feeling quite aggrieved. She didnât want to manage, yet she couldnât not.
After arranging Zhang Dandanâs matters, she had to call home; she didnât want to involve Liang Weixiang, as that would only add more trouble. Instead, she decided to call her eldest brother.
At least they should know that Zhang Dandan is now in Z City, starting her own business.
As the weather turned into March-April, with new spring clothing on rotation, Lin Wan began focusing again on her own affairs.
Meanwhile, Wang Leqin finished her postpartum period, giving birth to a chubby boy for Yang Wei. This time, Yang Wei invested his whole attention, doing everything personally, not even allowing Wang Leqinâs mom to assist much.
Her family knew Yang Wei once had a child, and they were aware of how this previous child died, so they understood his current behavior.
Wang Leqinâs postpartum period was comfortable; she didnât have to worry about the child, nurtured comfortably by her mom and Yang Wei.
For fear of gaining weight, she followed Lin Wanâs advice, eating small frequent meals and drinking more soups during the postpartum period, so she didnât gain much weight.