Luo Cuilan had already given all her money to Yu’er, so she couldn’t ask for it back. But she thought Luo Cuilan was specifically here for her matter, so she awkwardly said, "Sister, let’s forget about the money, I’ve left it all with Yu’er. It’s more convenient for Yu’er to bring it back than you guys. When you leave later, I’ll buy some stuff for you to eat on the train." "What’s convenient about that? I’m going directly back to our parents, wouldn’t it be more convenient for me?" Luo Cuilan glanced at Yu’er, sneered, and lowered her voice to Luo Honglan, "Besides, I am your real sister after all. Wouldn’t you feel more at ease if I brought it back?" Though Luo Cuilan lowered her voice, the room was so small that she was practically speaking in front of Yu’er, who could definitely hear. Yu’er’s face darkened, and after washing her hands in the kitchen, she said, "Sister Hong Lan, I’ll give you the money to avoid any misunderstandings." Yu’er went inside to fetch the money, and Fang Pingying observed the anxious look on Luo Cuilan; it didn’t seem like she just wanted to bring the money back for Hong Lan, but rather like she intended to keep the money for herself. Fang Pingying’s eyes flickered, then she took Luo Honglan aside to the balcony and softly said, "Hong Lan, look at your sister. It doesn’t seem like she’s just bringing the money back for your mom. She wouldn’t be trying to keep it for herself, would she?" "She..." Even Luo Honglan, naive as she was, sensed something was off. She replied with some difficulty, "What should we do then? I’ve already told her she can have the money; otherwise, she might make a scene here." Luo Honglan was right, especially since Luo Cuilan had revealed her purpose right when she entered, and now Yu’er had gone inside to get the money. If they suddenly refused to let her take the money back, she would surely cause trouble. Fang Pingying thought for a moment and then suggested to Luo Honglan, "How about this? You directly call your mom in front of her and mention that your sister is bringing the money back. See what your mom says. If your mother agrees to let your sister bring the money back, then you just let her. It’s between your sister and your mom whether or not she gives it back; at least your filial duty is fulfilled." "If your mom doesn’t agree to let her take the money back, then you can directly refuse. Your sister came all this way; at worst, do as you said, just grab some snacks for her for the train. That way, at least her trip wouldn’t be a total waste." Luo Honglan found this to be a good idea and quickly agreed, "Okay, let’s do that." After walking back into the room, just as Yu’er brought out the money, Luo Cuilan reached out to take it, but Yu’er, being sharp, did not hand it over to Luo Cuilan. Instead, she gave it directly to Luo Honglan, saying, "Sister Hong Lan, this is the thirty dollars you left with me. Count it." Luo Honglan smiled and fluttered the money in her hand, "What’s there to count? It’s just a few notes." Seeing the thirty dollars, Luo Cuilan and Zhang Jianguo behind her brightened up, and Luo Cuilan reached out to take the money from Luo Honglan’s hand, "Give me the money." Luo Honglan looked at Luo Cuilan, stepped back, and stuffed the money into her pocket, then awkwardly said, "Sister, hold on a second, I’m going to make a call to Mom about the money." The moment Luo Cuilan heard this, she became anxious, "Does making a call cost nothing? I’m leaving now; whatever you want to tell, I can take the message back for you." As she spoke, she even gestured for Zhang Jianguo to intercept Luo Honglan. This update is available on novel·fire.net Fang Pingying stepped forward and blocked Zhang Jianguo. She told Luo Honglan to make a phone call, then looked at Luo Cuilan with a mocking smile and said, "Cuilan, don’t worry, my family will pay for the phone call." As soon as Luo Cuilan saw Fang Pingying, it seemed she too was infuriated but dared not argue and instead spoke with sarcasm, "Wow, sister-in-law thinks she’s all that after earning some money in the city, putting on airs." After a pause, she continued, "Besides, I’m asking my sister for money, not you. Why are you meddling in this, was it you who told Hong Lan to make the call?" "Correct, I did tell Hong Lan to make the call, just to confirm," said Fang Pingying to Luo Cuilan, too impatient for subtlety. She scoffed disdainfully and added directly, "Having money does make one impressive indeed, at least my money is hard-earned bit by bit. I never scheme to take advantage of others, or fail to repay debts, especially not scheming around my siblings’ money." Upon hearing this, Luo Cuilan knew it was a jab at her, and she shouted, "What are you saying? Who are you accusing of taking advantage and not repaying debts?" What annoyed Fang Pingying the most was that Luo Cuilan had the same temperament as Zhou Yunmei; they would throw tantrums and cause chaos, making the neighbors think their family was always messy and constantly fighting. It hadn’t been many months since the last household upheaval. She glared at Luo Cuilan impatiently and yelled, "Luo Cuilan, stop causing a scene in my house. If you irritate me, I won’t have any pleasant face to show you." After a pause, a fierce look crossed Fang Pingying’s face as she looked at Luo Cuilan, "If Fang Xiu dares to threaten killing you, do you think I wouldn’t dare to say it too?" Now looking subdued, Luo Cuilan didn’t dare to confront Fang Pingying head-on. She hurriedly pulled Zhang Jianguo and pointed at Fang Pingying, "Jianguo, look at her, she’s bullying me." Upon hearing this, Zhang Jianguo rushed towards Fang Pingying like he did previously with Fang Xiu. Seeing his approach, Fang Pingying stood her ground without moving, staring down Zhang Jianguo and said, "Zhang Jianguo, try it if you dare. If you dare to touch even a finger of mine today, it won’t just be a few slaps from me; I’ll make your life a living hell." Zhang Jianguo was frightened by the serious expression on Fang Pingying’s face, and he quickly stepped back while smiling and said, "Sister-in-law, look at what you’re saying. We’re all family here; I didn’t mean to start a fight, I just wanted to mediate." Zhang Jianguo didn’t lay a hand on Fang Pingying, which greatly dissatisfied Luo Cuilan. She harshly berated Zhang Jianguo for being useless and not manly. Zhang Jianguo, careful of her pregnancy, dared not talk back and simply bowed his head and listened, though his impatient expression was evident. It seemed all because of Luo Cuilan’s pregnancy. Seeing Luo Cuilan’s aggressive stance, Fang Pingying shook her head and said, "Luo Cuilan, I advise you, now that you have a child, logically, you and your husband should be working in the city next year and surely won’t lack money. Stop trying to take advantage of your siblings." After a pause, Fang Pingying continued, "Moreover, if you keep up this temper, you really should be careful about the child in your womb. If it ends up causing a miscarriage or anything, it might truly be difficult for you to conceive again in the future."