Reborn as a Weak Beauty Pampered by All

Chapter 1573: Chapter 1275:

Wang Pan’s cheeks flushed red. She lowered her head, biting her lip, unable to say a word.

Well, it’s not that she can’t speak, but rather she’s too embarrassed to say anything.

However, Kang Guoan didn’t stop there. He continued coldly, "My parents are capable people in our village. They’ve raised us children. You tell me, which one of us has no prospects?"

Realizing that Kang Guoan was genuinely angry, Wang Pan mumbled, "I was wrong, okay?! Do you really need to say so much?"

"I’m saying too much? If you didn’t pick on my sister, would I be here arguing with you?" Kang Guoan’s voice was clear and cold, "What I’m telling you today isn’t just for the sake of it. You’d better listen, otherwise, our days together definitely won’t last long!"

With that, Kang Guoan turned and headed toward the guest room. Seeing Kang Li holding an enamel mug coming his way, he said, "No need to put up with your fifth sister-in-law. If she speaks rudely in front of you, feel free to talk back to her."

"Brother..."

Kang Li felt a bit at a loss for words.

"Listen to your brother."

Taking the enamel mug from Kang Li’s hands, Kang Guoan looked at Wang Pan, "Li Bao made you some brown sugar water. If you’re not coming to get it, do you expect me to feed it to you?"

Regarding this wife, he couldn’t say he was too disappointed, but after just a year of marriage, he started to feel somewhat displeased.

Things were fine when they were dating, but once they got married, all sorts of flaws were exposed.

Being simple-minded is one thing, but can’t she stop equating ignorance with simplicity? Throwing inexplicable little tantrums, needing to be coaxed every time—after a while, doesn’t she feel any shame?

Kang Guoan sighed inwardly, thinking to himself more than once: It’s entirely my fault for not seeing her true character when we first started dating.

I thought she was simple and kind, a good-natured girl to get along with. Who knew that marriage would reveal everything.

"I’m not thirsty."

Seeing the enamel mug in Kang Guoan’s hand, noticing its chipped edge, Wang Pan felt a bit repulsed and declined with an excuse.

After staring at her for a moment, Kang Guoan withdrew his gaze and told Kang Li, "I’ll drink this brown sugar water."

"Be careful, it’s hot."

Kang Li smiled. Seeing Kang Guoan nod and then carry the enamel mug into the guest room, she turned her gaze to Wang Pan, "So, what’s your issue with me?"

She never tolerated unreasonable behavior, even if the person in front of her was her sister-in-law.

"What do you want me to say?"

Wang Pan met Kang Li’s gaze, her expression full of defiance.

"You don’t know?" Kang Li quietly observed Wang Pan, but it was precisely this calm and peaceful gaze that made Wang Pan feel exposed.

With a curl of her lips, Kang Li said, "Didn’t know you were picking on me?"

Wang Pan’s face burned, and she averted her eyes from Kang Li’s gaze.

"I was just showing concern, yet you had to think the wrong way. Wang Pan, if you feel I’m beneath you, then just stop having anything to do with me.

Also, my parents are elders. If you have issues with them, feel free to talk to my brother. I believe my brother will address them, but if you show disrespect to my parents and give them the cold shoulder, don’t blame me for being impolite."

At this point, Kang Li was silent for a while before continuing, "Now let me remind you how you and my brother got together. Initially, you showed interest in my brother, frequently writing letters to him and seeking him out. Eventually, my brother was moved by you and confirmed a relationship.

After graduation, you and my brother got married, indicating you had decided on him. It wasn’t my brother who begged or forced you into marriage.

So, I don’t wish for you to act superior in front of my brother or my family!

Marriage is not only about two individuals but also between two families. As a sister, I naturally hope for my brother’s marriage to be happy and for our Kang Family to remain harmonious,

but for a marriage to last, both parties need to contribute equally, be honest with each other, and treat each other’s family as their own. Otherwise, no matter how sweet the marriage starts, it will end in separation."

Wang Pan: "Are you lecturing me?"

"I’m just reasoning with you, but you can take it however you like." Kang Li maintained a calm expression, her clear and cool eyes giving Wang Pan a final look before turning to leave.

Watching her retreating figure, Wang Pan’s expression was complex, her lips tightly pressed together.

Jealous?

Why should she be jealous of her sister-in-law?

Moreover, this sister-in-law was her university classmate and was once her good friend.

Wang Pan couldn’t understand it; she only knew she genuinely felt jealous of Kang Li.

Whenever she saw her, she couldn’t help but feel jealous.

Wang Pan wasn’t passive or dramatic about it, but she couldn’t control it.

"Mom, why are you and Dad looking at me like that?"

Entering Captain Kang and Cai Xiufen’s room, Kang Li immediately noticed her parents wanting to say something but hesitating, which made her curious.

"Your Fifth Sister-in-law troubled you."

Cai Xiufen spoke, not inquiring but stating a fact.

Upon hearing this, Kang Li shifted her gaze to Yan Rou, who deliberately avoided her eyes, murmuring with Lin Dan. Understanding dawned, she smiled at Cai Xiufen and said, "Nothing happened. My Fifth Sister-in-law was just going through her time, so it’s understandable she’s in a bad mood. It’s not about picking on me."

"...That’s good then."

Cai Xiufen knew her beloved daughter didn’t want to dwell on it to keep the New Year’s Eve mood happy for the family, so she didn’t probe further, adding, "Your Sister-in-law is a city girl, raised pampered by her family. It’s normal for her to have a little temper. Don’t hold it against her."

"Okay, I won’t hold it against her."

Kang Li smiled and nodded.

"Grandma, my aunt didn’t say a single harsh word."

This was Yan Rou’s voice. She continued, "I just couldn’t stand seeing my aunt being bullied, so I couldn’t resist arguing with Fifth Aunt."

"Who isn’t from the city, raised in a pampered environment?" Lin Dan’s face darkened, "My aunt’s concern was misinterpreted, right Granny? Just now, had I been in the kitchen, I’d have argued with Fifth Aunt just like Rourou."

Cai Xiufen shook her head, her expression tolerant, "You all, as family, must live harmoniously. Only then can the days go well, no room for discord."

"Some just don’t wish to live peacefully, creating discord within their family." Lin Dan hummed softly, saying, "She’s always been like this, finding trouble even with my aunt. Next time, I certainly will set things straight, regardless of her elder status."

Yan Rou agreed with Lin Dan, "Yes, next time, I’ll do what I did today."

"Alright, you don’t need to stand up for me. It’s such a trivial matter; I haven’t even thought about it. Besides, do you want to make things difficult for your uncle?"

Kang Li raised an eyebrow at Lin Dan and Yan Rou.

Upon hearing this, Lin Dan and Yan Rou fell silent.

"Mom, Dad, don’t let this bother you either. It really was nothing. Also, if Fifth Sister-in-law wants to show a cold face at home, just pretend you don’t see it, let her behave however she likes, so you don’t ruin your mood."

Hearing Kang Li’s words, Cai Xiufen said, "Your mom isn’t that pessimistic." The days are for Lao Wu and his wife to live; as long as they have no issues, she doesn’t bother interfering.

Captain Kang remained silent, but his expression showed he agreed with Cai Xiufen.

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Approaching seven in the evening, three large tables of delicious reunion dinners were laid out.