Chapter 316 The Division of the Family is Underway
Gong Wentao had barely been at Zi Yisheng's house for a short while when he saw his second brother walk in with red eyes. He could only leave with a somber expression.
He didn't ask any questions along the way. He had left home years ago, and frankly, his relationship with his two elder brothers had long since grown distant. He was closer to the brothers he had fought alongside.
Gong Wenliang didn't speak either. He truly didn't know how to explain to his younger brother that his wife was the one he had married, and the incident had been caused by his wife.
Upon entering the Gong family home, Gong Wentao went directly into his parents' room, simultaneously softening his facial expression.
Wang Fengling's heart ached when she saw her youngest son, and tears flowed uncontrollably.
"Wentao, after we divide the family, can your father and I live with you?"
Gong Wentao was momentarily surprised, then a rare smile appeared.
"Don't cry. It's not worth crying over something like this. From now on, I'll support you both and take care of you for the rest of your lives."
"Really? You're not leaving anymore? You'll stay in the Bai Rong Brigade forever?"
Gong Wentao couldn't commit to that. As soon as Zi Shao left, he would have to leave too.
"Mother, wherever I go, I'll take you with me. It'll be a good way for you to avoid working in the fields. From now on, you'll just live a life of leisure with me."
Fortunately, both the old couple were open-minded and didn't have the attachment to their hometown.
"Okay, then you must take us."
"Don't worry, your youngest son has money and connections. I'll definitely take you."
Wang Fengling stopped crying, her back straightening even further. She would also be someone who could leave the Bai Rong Brigade. Her good fortune was yet to come. Let's see who dared to say her youngest son was raised in vain.
Wang Fengling explained the family division. Gong Wentao made no decisions regarding the money not being divided among his two elder brothers. He never interfered with the money for his parents; he only concerned himself with the two elders.
"Father, let's prepare to build a house in the village. I might be here for a few years. Let's build a new house to live in."
The village chief truly hadn't expected his youngest son to want to build a house. But on second thought, even if they were gone, their youngest son would have a place to remember when he missed home.
"Alright, then let your two elder brothers move out. I won't interfere with whoever builds a house."
This was an opportunity given to him by his youngest son. Otherwise, dividing the family but not separating the households would still lead to an unpleasant life. Once the youngest son's new house was built, they would move in, and they could deal with the old house after they left.
Gong Wenxing called from outside the door. The captain and the brigade secretary had come to the house, so all three of them went out.
"Uncle, why are you thinking of dividing the family?"
Gong Aidang had always envied the life of the old uncle's family, especially since his younger cousin was capable outside.
"We are old and no longer capable of managing the household. Today, we will divide them all out. We seek peace and quiet."
The brigade secretary, Ji Songlin, had remained silent. He had never competed with the Gong family in the Bai Rong Brigade, so they had gotten along harmoniously, and he respected the old village chief very much.
"Songlin, please. You write the division agreement today."
"Don't worry, old uncle. I'll handle this perfectly."
"Hahahaha, good. My family is easy to divide, no need to write too much."
The village chief and the others started the discussion directly in the courtyard. Gong Wentao even took out paper and a pen from his room and handed it to Ji Songlin.
Ji Songlin looked at Gong Wentao, who hadn't shown his face in years. His face was ruined. He had been such a handsome young man back then. What a pity.
"Our family division is very simple. Songlin, please read this ledger first."
When this ledger was brought out, Gong Wenxing and the others' faces turned grim. They all knew their mother had a habit of keeping accounts, and they never expected it to be used on this day.
After Ji Songlin finished reading, only Gong Wentao remained unfazed. Over a thousand yuan was truly nothing to him.
Gong Damao and Gong Sui'er, who had been summoned back, felt very guilty. They had essentially been raised by their uncle.
Er Mao and San Mao were still young, so they didn't feel anything about it.
"Is everything clear? So, the family has no money. The work points you've earned over the years are not even enough for your food and drink. Therefore, no money will be divided during the family split."
"How can there be no money? Little brother sends money home every month. There's no reason not to give us some."
*Slap, slap, slap.* Gong Wenliang slapped Zhang Yuan several times again.
"Zhang Yuan, get out now. This family is splitting up because of you, and you're still fighting over money. I, your husband, am incompetent. If you dislike not having money, then quickly go back to your maiden home. I will personally find you to divorce tomorrow. If I don't divorce you, I'm not surnamed Gong."
Gong Aidang and Ji Songlin finally understood why the village chief's family was splitting up. However, thinking about it, you couldn't just bleed one person dry.
"Heh, Zhang Yuan, I'll tell you the truth. The family does have money, but it's all earned by my youngest son risking his life. I won't let you spend another cent. Wenliang, have you decided to divorce? If you're sure, I, your mother, will pay for you to marry someone better."
Zhang Yuan was stunned, truly stunned. Her husband was speaking of divorce while hitting her. Her mother-in-law was willing to pay for her husband to marry someone else. This was a direct slap in the face, completely disregarding her as a person.
"You damned old woman, I'll kill you! You're the one causing trouble, you don't want our family to live well!"
Saying this, Zhang Yuan lunged at Wang Fengling with her claws. Gong Wentao, standing beside her, delivered a kick. He didn't care if this person was his second sister-in-law; she wasn't allowed to bully his mother.
Zhang Yuan flew out from under everyone's gaze and hit the ground heavily.
Er Mao and San Mao were so scared they stopped crying, staring blankly at their mother spitting blood.
At this moment, Gong Wenliang walked in front of Zhang Yuan, grabbed her by the collar, and threw her out of the Gong family's yard. He then returned to his room, rolled up Zhang Yuan's clothes, and threw them out.
Er Mao and San Mao also ran out crying at this time. They had no idea what was happening. Why had their uncle kicked their mother away? Wasn't their mother speaking normally?
"All of you, go home. If you dare to step out of this house, you'll leave with your mother."
Gong Wenliang had truly made up his mind. At this moment, he finally saw how spoiled Zhang Yuan had become.
"Gong Wenliang, may you die a terrible death! You're throwing me out at this time. Er Mao, San Mao, you come with your mother. Let's go back to your maternal grandparents' home. This family doesn't want us anymore."
Gong Wenliang was indifferent to Zhang Yuan's words. Not to mention that he knew Zhang Yuan taking the children was a threat to him, even if the two children no longer wanted him, it wouldn't matter. He truly couldn't hurt his parents' hearts anymore.
Wang Fengling reacted even less. She had grandchildren. If Er Mao and San Mao truly wanted to leave, it would prove they had no fate with the Gong family.
However, Er Mao and San Mao no longer dared to step out of the main door, only hugging their father's legs and begging.
"Alright, I'll quickly finish the family division. You can do whatever you want afterward."
Gong Wenliang pulled the two children back and closed the main door.
"The grain was just divided. We'll divide it according to headcount. As for the houses, the three of you brothers will all live outside. Whether you build your own or rent a house in the village, your father and I won't interfere."