Back to the Past: The Rise of the False Heiress Marrying the True Tycoon-Chapter 208 - : Taking Advantage
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Chapter 208: Taking Advantage
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At the Lin family household, Lin Laoyao, also fearful of confrontations with his wife and unwilling to challenge her authority, found himself tagged with the moniker โhenpecked husband.โ
He paid little attention to this label, hoping that one day his wife would be content and stop her insatiable demands.
However, despite occupying numerous things over the years, she remained dissatisfied. Lin Laoyao spoke coldly, โI wonโt go. Itโs way too embarrassing to do that!โ
His wifeโs complexion changed dramatically at his refusal. Pointing her finger accusingly at Lin Laoyao, she shouted, โHave I had a single good day since I married you? Can you justify yourself, Lin Laoyao? If you wonโt go, weโre getting a divorce.โ
Once youthful and able to carry off such tantrums with some charm, her advancing years had stripped her of that appeal. Despite her current intimidating presence, Lin Laoyao paid her no mind and reluctantly agreed to ๐ง๐โฏโฏ๐คโฏ๐ฃ๐ฏ๐ฐ๐ทโฏ๐ญ.๐๐ฐ๐
When they arrived at Lin Laoโerโs house, they found a small crowd gathered, chatting animatedly with the once downtrodden Lin Laoโer, who now looked remarkably lively despite his graying hair. He sported a healthy glow on his face.
The large redwood dressing table remained outside, awaiting a suitable spot inside. Lin Laoyaoโs wife, with a signal to her husband, strode directly towards the dressing table, reaching out to touch and feel its texture.
Li Hua noticed Lin Laoyao and his wife. She tugged on her mother-in-lawโs arm warily. Mother Linโs smile disappeared.
Lin Laoyao greeted his second brother but refrained from mentioning the message conveyed by his wife. Others around couldnโt help but feel curious. Why were Lin Laoyao and his wife here? Didnโt Lin Laoyaoโs wife declare she didnโt want anything to do with Lin Laoโerโs family anymore?
However, it was evident that Lin Laoโerโs family was no longer the destitute sight it used to be. Given Lin Laoyaoโs wifeโs behavior, she was probably here to take advantage of him again. As expected, what happened next confirmed everyoneโs guess.
When the youngest daughter-in-law saw that her man did not speak, she said it herself. She had never been shy when it came to asking for things. She had always felt that it was hers when she asked for it.
Noticing her husbandโs silence, Lin Laoyaoโs wife took charge, unapologetically accustomed to claiming what she wanted. โSister-in-law, oh, Li Hua is here too. Oh, this dressing table is fantastic, perfect for a newlywed bride. I think itโs just right for Lin Yeโs wife.
Li Huaโs heart sank upon hearing this. Once again, it was a ploy to take advantage, and now, they were eyeing her dressing table.
However, being a daughter-in-law, she found herself in a difficult position. She hesitated to confront her mother-in- law, who always gave in to Lin Laoyaoโs wife. Her dressing table seemed to be in jeopardy.
Mother Lin wore a deeply unpleasant expression as she spoke, โThis was a gift from Gu Zi to her sister-in-law; I cannot make this decision.โ
Upon hearing this, Lin Laoyaoโs wife, driven by greed, shifted her gaze onto Li Hua and remarked, โThatโs simple then. Li Hua has always been very sensible. Sheโll surely be willing to give the dressing table to Lin Yeโs wife, right?โ
Li Hua, emboldened by her mother-in-lawโs refusal, confidently shook her head, โThis was given to me by Gu Zi, and Iโm not willing to part with it.โ
Lin Laoyaoโs wifeโs expression immediately changed upon Li Huaโs refusal. Her tone became harsh, directed at Li Hua, โYouโve been married for so many years. Do you still need such a good dressing table? Even after all these years, you havenโt been able to have children. What right do you have to use such a good thing?โ
Those words made Li Huaโs tears stream down instantly. How dare she speak to her like that?
Neither her mother-in-law nor Lin Cheng had ever scolded her like this! Trembling hands desperately fought back the urge to cry.
When Lin Cheng heard this, he immediately came over to protect his wife and comforted her. โDonโt listen to the nonsense of outsiders. Why are you crying?
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Mother Linโs expression changed as well. For the first time, she spoke to her youngest sister-in-law in a harsh tone. โYouโve gone too far. I canโt bear to see my daughter-in-law spoken to so maliciously.โ
Witnessing the humiliation of a woman he once admired, Lin Hun couldnโt stay calm. He jumped up to confront Lin Laoyaoโs wife, yelling, โYou old witch! Have you brushed your teeth? Your mouth stinks!โ
Seeing that he was about to go up and beat her up, the surrounding people hurriedly pulled him back and told him not to be rash.
Lin Laoyao rushed to his wifeโs side, attempting to calm her, but she pushed him away, displaying an unruly appearance.
She retorted with hostility, โAlright, Lin Cheng. Your family has become wealthy, and now, weโre outsiders, right? I havenโt lied. Your wife canโt bear children. With all the good things in your house, you wonโt even give me a dressing table. Your uncle and your father are biological brothers. You guys are too stingy.โ
As she spoke, not just Lin Laoโerโs family but everyone present fell silent.
They were well aware that Lin Laoyaoโs wife had a penchant for taking advantage, but they hadnโt expected such a direct emotional manipulation combined with verbal insults! What was the difference between this and outright robbery?