Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!-Chapter 57 - Thick-skinned_1

If that was the case, he would need to spend more time with Zhou Shuren in the future.

Clan Leader Zhang and Zhang Datie thought similarly, both assuming Da Qian was a boy raised by his maternal grandparents.

But Clan Leader Zhang thought further ahead, believing Zhou Shuren had planned for both outcomes.

If Zhulan’s hand didn’t heal well, Da Qian would become the boy raised by his maternal grandparents.

If it did heal, then Zhang Datie would become a permanent worker in the future.

He felt sorry for the child, Da Qian, “I’ll leave it to you.”

Zhulan was deeply moved.

This was a case where different statuses called for different approaches.

According to her and Zhou Shuren’s methods, this issue could have dragged on, but it got solved quickly as soon as they had made their arrangements.

If it was like this in a single village, let alone in the county or even the capital, in those ancient times when imperial power reigned supreme, power was far more tangible.

So Zhou Shuren had better strive in the imperial examinations.

Otherwise, no matter how much silver the family earns, it is like a baby holding a gold ingot, easy to lose and could lead to an early demise.

Zhang Datie, though resentful, didn’t dare to speak up anymore.

No matter what he thought, he wouldn’t dare to confront the family.

“Hand over the money.”

Madame Zhu glared.

Five taels of silver—that was the price for selling Da Qian.

But with her husband warning her, she didn’t dare to retort and furiously glared at Da Qian before going back inside to get the money.

Zhulan could see right through Zhang Datie’s thoughts.

They didn’t take Da Qian, and Zhang Datie didn’t think much of it, instead considering it a nuisance.

But as soon as they expressed interest in Da Qian, Zhang Datie became discontented, believing Da Qian held more value.

That is human nature.

Zhang Datie adjusted himself and clasped his fists towards Zhou Shuren, “I entrust Da Qian to Uncle Zhou’s care from now on.”

Upon further thought, he felt quite good about it.

If Da Qian truly became a boy raised by his maternal grandparents, his family wouldn’t need to support him, and in the future, they might even be able to take advantage of the Zhou family.

Zhou Shuren didn’t need to guess Zhang Datie’s thoughts.

He pulled out a deed already drafted at the Zhou residence—three copies.

“This is the deed for Da Qian to sever ties with Zhang Datie’s family and live independently, in triplicate.

Whatever Da Qian does in the future, he will have no relation to Zhang Datie’s family, and Zhang Datie’s family must not entangle with Da Qian anymore.”

Zhang Datie’s eyes widened.

“Uncle Zhou, this is not right.

Da Qian, no matter what, is still my son.”

How could he take any benefits if the relationship had been severed?

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Zhou Shuren’s smile was half mocking.

“When you planned to sell Da Qian, you never thought that he was your son.

When you saw that Da Qian was about to die, you even said you didn’t have such a son.”

Clan Leader Zhang’s face darkened.

There were clan rules to follow, and selling one’s son was absolutely forbidden.

“Zhang Datie.”

Zhang Datie cowered.

How did the Zhou family find out?

He’d made sure to find someone in secret and had even concocted a story about the child getting lost in the mountains.

He could mistreat Da Qian without interference from the family, but selling one’s son was strictly off-limits.

After all, his father had been cast out by the family for doing just that.

He shivered, “I didn’t.”

Zhou Shuren held a pen and inkpad.

“You can write your name.

Write it!”

Zhang Datie, fearing the Zhou family had evidence and, despite his reluctance, ended up signing the deed.

Clan Leader Zhou took the pen and briskly wrote down his name as well.

With names signed in the hall, one copy was to be given to the Lizheng, one to Clan Leader Zhang, and one kept for themselves.

Seeing Zhulan snatch the money from Madame Zhou, she signaled her eldest to carry Da Qian on his back.

As they reached the doorway, Zhou Shuren paused and said, “Da Qian has a new name now, Zhang Rongchuan.

I hope in the future, Da Qian’s heart can be as vast as the ocean that embraces all rivers, and not be troubled by the hardships of his youth.”

He then addressed Clan Leader Zhang, “Uncle, my apologies for today’s troubles.

I will personally visit tomorrow to pay my respects.”

Knowing it was about the child’s new name and the separation, and considering the Zhou family’s usual generosity, Clan Leader Zhang smiled warmly, “Of course, I’ll be waiting at home.”

Clan Leader Zhou gazed deeply at Zhou Shuren, his choice of name also a message letting go of the past, to show that Zhou Shuren too had an expansive heart.

He smiled, “We’ll be on our way.”

Zhou Shuren was obliged to owe a favor, “Thank you for your help today, Clan Leader.”

Clan Leader Zhou’s smile was all warmth, “It’s what family should do.”

Zhulan, “….”

To be a Clan Leader, not only must one’s mind be sharp, but one’s skin must also be thick!