Chapter 69: Who Do You Think You Are?

Originally, there was never a place for Shen Chutang at this family dinner.

But Shen Tingting couldn’t help herself and went to complain to Old Madam Shen, recounting all of Shen Chutang’s supposed misdeeds—how she was behind the imprisonment of Aunt Shen Meili.

Old Madam Shen’s hatred for her was nearly palpable, but Shen Tingting added that the owner of the villa in Xishan seemed to be Shen Chutang herself. For a moment, Scholar Shen was tempted.

Lately, Scholar Shen had lost quite a bit of money in business and was in dire need of funds. If they could sell that Xishan villa, it would fetch a handsome sum! Not only would it cover his losses, but the family would have plenty left over.

With a wave of her hand, Old Madam Shen declared, “She put our Meili in jail—what’s wrong with asking her for a villa? That villa probably came from some man anyway. It was never hers to begin with!”

So, Liu Shuhua immediately decided to hold a family banquet and planned to use Wang Shaofen and her son to pressure Shen Chutang.

She’d heard Shen Chutang had helped them find jobs and must care about the mother and son deeply.

Just as she expected, everything went according to her plan.

Since Shen Chutang showed up alone and unafraid, she simply took a seat for herself. “Speak quickly—I’m pressed for time.”

Liu Shuhua was displeased by her air of indifference but didn’t let it show. “Your grandmother and uncle will be staying here for a few days. They’ve missed you and especially invited you home.”

Shen Chutang responded as if she’d heard a joke. “When I first came down from the mountain, you said there was no room for me. Now with even more people, suddenly there’s a room for me?”

Liu Shuhua’s expression stiffened. “Well…”

Scholar Shen Jun couldn’t help but interject, “The family is treating you well and you’re still not satisfied? We’re inviting you home, aren’t we? Why hold on to past grievances so stubbornly?”

Liu Shuhua hurried to agree, “Exactly, we’re all family here.”

At last, Old Madam Shen spoke. “I heard you own a villa in Xishan. Since you’re living at home now, that villa is just sitting empty. Let your second uncle’s family live there. It’s not convenient for them here, especially with Saisai.”

Saisai was Scholar Shen’s youngest son, currently playing with a robot not far away.

Scholar Shen’s wife, Deng Meiru, could hardly contain her excitement. “That would be wonderful. I’ll pack our things tomorrow.”

Their daughter, Shen Duoduo, chimed in at once, “I’ve heard that area is full of wealthy people and trust fund kids. I’ll need to buy a few more sets of nice clothes!”

Shen Chutang was stunned by their shamelessness. She, the actual owner, hadn’t said a word, yet they were already planning to move in!

Liu Shuhua seized the opportunity. “I’ll have the maid prepare a room for you today—the one at the end of the corridor. It’s just been aired out, perfect for you.”

Shen Chutang knew that room well. To put it kindly, it was more of a storage closet. It was tiny, with a small window, and only caught a little sunlight when the sun was setting.

Her gaze swept over their greedy faces, and she laughed softly, “It’s been a long time since I’ve heard someone calculating their schemes so loudly. I bet all of Beijing has heard you.”

Scholar Shen Jun snapped, “Shen Chutang, what nonsense are you spouting?”

“I’m saying you’re all utterly shameless.”

“You!”

He raised his hand to strike her, but Shen Chutang caught his wrist with ease. “You want to hit me? And just who do you think you are?”

“Insolence!” Old Madam Shen slammed the table. “Shen Chutang, we gave you life and raised you. After all these years, don’t you think you owe us? Besides, I’m the head of this family. Everyone listens to me. Do you dare defy me?”

Scholar Shen, desperate for the Xishan villa, wasn’t about to let such an opportunity slip through his fingers. “That’s right, Mother is the head of this house. We should all listen to her! And what’s a young girl like you doing with a big house all to herself? If it’s just sitting empty, why not let your uncle stay there for a while?”

Shen Chutang glanced at him coldly. “And you? What are you, exactly?”