Reborn in the 1980s: I became a stepmother in the 1980s

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"My parents lost it? My sister-in-law said it was you who stayed home to guard the house. If you hadn't been fooling around and running out, why would a thief dare to break in? In plain words, it's your own fault. Yet you still blame my parents. They raised you for eighteen years. After you failed to keep an eye on the money and lost it, they didn't blame you. They gathered money from everywhere to repay the debt without complaint. And now you say such things. If they heard this, it would break their hearts!"

This remark made it sound like Lin Sisi was a watchdog.

Lin Sisi was so angry she could crush her molars.

The people around were speechless after hearing this.

"Lin Sisi is truly heartless and selfish! A grown woman still fooling around. She lost the money and dares to blame the Lin family!"

"The Lin family must have really bad luck to encounter such a white-eyed wolf!"

"With so much money at home, she still dares to go out and play. If it were my daughter, I'd break her legs!"

"The money was stolen, and she just ran away, leaving a mess for the Lin family. Now she has the nerve to say such things. If you have no shame, you're invincible!"

"I used to think she was a good girl, but I didn't expect her to be so selfish."

Lin Sisi's face flushed red. She hadn't expected these people to completely believe Lin Nian's words and turn against her so fiercely. She had always had a good reputation, even though she didn't interact much with others. It must be Lin Nian spreading rumors about her after returning home! It was really hateful.

For a moment, the Lin family couldn't hold their heads up under the barrage of insults. Fortunately, the banquet started soon, and everyone got busy. After spitting out their resentment, they all went to help. Lin Nian calmly watched the scene unfold.

After everyone finished scolding, she spoke up to comfort them, "Uncle, Auntie, nobody here has any ill intentions. Maybe there was just a misunderstanding, but don't worry, I'll help explain things to everyone."

Her worried words made it impossible for the Lin couple to continue scolding. If they uttered another word of abuse after someone had shown such concern for them, they might face a backlash!

The scene from a moment ago was still vivid in their minds, and the couple felt as if they were spitting blood. Suppressing their true feelings, they gritted their teeth and asked, "Alright, I don't want to talk about this with you. I'm asking you, where did Director Li and the others go?"

Zhang Cuimei took a deep breath, impatiently asking. If it weren't for her husband wanting to build good relations with Director Li and the others, she wouldn't want to stay in this crappy place for another second!

Lin Nian was momentarily puzzled. Director Li?

"Who is Director Li?" she asked, feeling confused.

"Of course, it's Director Li, the director of the Public Security Bureau. They just came in for dinner. Don't tell me you didn't know?" Such a big shot, in other villages, the village chief would lead them around for visits. Lin Nian didn't know about it? Well, it's probably for the best, after all, she had seen him at the Fu family before. It wouldn't be good if Director Li recognized her.

"Oh, the director of the Public Security Bureau?" Lin Nian recalled. Previously, when Zhou Yuedong went to the bureau to change his household registration, it seemed that the director's surname was Li. Could it be that he had also come?

Considering the relationship between Director Li and Zhou Yuedong, his presence was normal. No wonder the Lin family hadn't left despite the situation. There was obviously another motive behind their actions.

Si Nian's gaze swept around, and suddenly she paused, spotting the tall and imposing figure of Zhou Yueshen. There was no denying that this man was truly striking. She also noticed several unfamiliar faces standing beside him. Pointing towards them not far away, she asked, "Is that him?"

Zhang Cuimei turned to look and indeed saw them. She quickly grabbed her husband's arm, pleasantly surprised, "Honey, look, Director Li and the others are over there! Oh, and why is there someone in military uniform? Could it be another high-ranking official!"

Director Li, Boss Wang, Chief Zhang, and others were all gathered around him, chatting and laughing. There were too many people, blocking the view of the entire Lin family. Even though the man had his back to them, his military green suit and tall, imposing figure exuded an extraordinary aura. With just one glance, it was clear that he was no ordinary person. His military uniform further emphasized his remarkable status.

"See, I told you Director Li and the others wouldn't come here for no reason. Turns out there's a military officer here!" Mr. Lin exclaimed with joy.

"Who is this person? He looks quite formidable," Zhang Cuimei curiously asked her husband.

Mr. Lin shook his head. He couldn't recognize the man from his back, but he was certain that he wasn't an ordinary person. Without thinking much, he said, "Let's go over and take a look."

"Yes, let's hurry over. Maybe we can even have a meal together!" Zhang Cuimei glanced at Lin Nian and reverted to her usual high-handed tone, "You don't need to come. We'll go by ourselves."

Lin Nian had intended to go over, but upon hearing this, she hesitated. Seeing her daughter's reaction, Mr. Lin's expression turned cold, worried that she might cause trouble upon encountering these important figures.

After all, in his opinion, no matter how good life was in the countryside, his daughter, having experienced life in the big city, would surely want to go back. Moreover, Director Li might recognize her as his former daughter, which made it even more imperative to prevent her from going. If she were recognized, wouldn't Director Li know that the daughter they had raised for over ten years had married into such a remote rural area? It would be too embarrassing!

So, he also said with a stern face, "Your mother is right. You don't need to go. You'll only make a fool of yourself in front of them."

Lin Nian raised an eyebrow, not getting angry. She pretended to be innocent and asked, "Uncle, Auntie, do you know those people?"

Uncle Lin snorted coldly, "Of course, we know them. They are all important figures. Can't you see? The man next to Director Li is the boss of a department store, and the other one is a high-ranking official. The man in the military uniform is even more remarkable. Why are you asking about them? It's none of your business. Don't have any other thoughts!"

He warned her.

Lin Nian couldn't help but smile, "Do you really need me to introduce you to them? After all, this is my home."

"No need. I'm more familiar with them than you are. We'll go over by ourselves. You stay in the house. What's the point of the bride showing up everywhere?" Uncle Lin waved impatiently.

Lin Nian shrugged and said, "Okay," obediently leaving.

Uncle and Aunt Lin breathed a sigh of relief. They were most afraid that Lin Nian would insist on going over.

She was too beautiful, and today she was the bride. If she went over, it would not only be embarrassing but also overshadow Lin Sisi's brilliance. Of course, they didn't want that.

Lin Sisi felt that the man's figure was somewhat familiar, but for a moment, she couldn't recall where she might have seen him before. Before she could react, her parents had already pulled her over, warmly greeting them.

"Director Li, Chief Zhang, Boss Wang, what a coincidence to meet again! Oh, who is this?" Smiling, Uncle and Aunt Lin tried to please as they looked up at the man in the military uniform.