MTL: Transmigrated as the Male Lead's Young Stepmother [60s]

Chapter 71 - 80

Ever since Pei Zheng found out that the whole family was moving to the south and leaving him alone in the capital, his temper had grown worse by the day, and his ability to get himself into trouble also seemed to increase daily.

On the first day, Pei Zheng swaggered into the kitchen with Xiao Huai during the designated no-dessert time, indulging himself and eating a lot, and even remembered to pack some to take away afterward.

Lu Nong held back, knowing that Pei Zheng was venting his frustrations.

On the second day, Pei Zheng suddenly became interested in Lu Nong's coffee and broke her favorite set of coffee cups.

Lu Nong felt a headache coming on, silently reciting "Don't get angry" ten times in her heart, and barely managed to hold back her anger.

On the third day, Pei Zheng snuck into Lu Nong's bedroom with Xiao Huai and wasted a whole bunch of Lu Nong's cosmetics.

On the fourth day, he brought Zhang Kaiping, Shen Jiming, and Jiang Yu back home to play. He imitated the outdoor barbecue style that Lu Nong had introduced to the family a few days ago, showing off in front of his brothers. The downside was that they not only devoured half a month's worth of meat but also burned three trays and broke two cups, making Wu Ma heartbroken for three days.

On the fifth day and sixth day...

On this day, Pei Zheng got himself into trouble again. Lu Nong could no longer tolerate it and slapped Pei Zheng on the head. "You little brat, I've been putting up with you for a long time! You need to know when to stop!"

Pei Zheng huffed, turned his head away with a pout, but inside he felt very insecure.

At first, he did feel wronged and deliberately sought trouble. However, when he realized that no matter how excessive he was, both Lu Nong and Wu Ma wouldn't get angry, and even his dad no longer punished him at the drop of a hat, Pei Zheng became a bit full of himself.

Things he used to get punished for were now all on the table for him to try. Not only did no one care, but Wu Ma even indulged him and provided cover for him. It felt so good!

But as time went on, a sober Pei Zheng realized that everything he had done was enough for his dad to beat him to death three times over.

If Pei Zheng understood internet slang, his mood right now would certainly be: How to smoothly get through this awkward period without losing face and ensure that his family doesn't find out he has backed down? Urgent, waiting online!

After Pei Zheng finished huffing, Lu Nong slapped him again. "Stop huffing and come help me pack things up."

Pei Zheng thought Lu Nong wanted him to help pack luggage and couldn't help but explode with anger. "You horrible woman! You're leaving me behind and still expect me to help you pack? Is your heart made of stone?"

Lu Nong shuddered at the goosebumps. "Stop howling! Your dad came back yesterday and said that Zhao Xin's incident has implicated the families of senior officials in the courtyard. The superiors are asking your dad to assist in the investigation, so the trip to the south has been postponed. This is good too; we can wait until after the baby is born to leave. The medical facilities in the capital are better, and it's safer."

Pei Zheng breathed a sigh of relief. There were still several months left. In reality, the various complaints Pei Zheng outwardly expressed were masking his inner reluctance and worry.

Pei Zheng had just gained a complete family and hadn't yet had the chance to spend quality time with them before they were about to separate, leaving him all alone in the capital for two years.