From Folly to Fortune：I Rewrite My Life After Rebirth!

Chapter 524 - 520: The Courage of Mr. Mu (Part 1)

"Second Uncle, what dishes are being made? Let’s just go and see. Besides, we’re not here for luxury. Having something to eat is already good," Mu Shuangshuang retorted irritably."You..." Mu Dazhong was furious and was about to scold Mu Shuangshuang when Mr. Mu stopped him.

"Shut your mouth! There’s food, and you’re still complaining. Say one more word, and I’ll send you back!"

Mu Dazhong was unreasonably scolded, his face turning a beet-red shade of anger, glaring at Mu Shuangshuang, the culprit.

Unfortunately, Mu Shuangshuang couldn’t be bothered and went straight into the Huang family kitchen to help set the table.

The Huang family didn’t have a designated dining area, and the kitchen was small, so everyone decided to eat in the main hall.

Dishes were brought to the table one by one.

Since the first dishes were stir-fried vegetables and green peppers with eggs, Mu Dazhong’s eyes rolled back almost to the point of spasm.

The second brother of the Huang family wanted to say something, but the eldest brother stopped him with a look.

Today was his sister’s engagement day; nothing could go wrong.

They absolutely couldn’t make the Huang family seem uncultured.

The second brother of the Huang family held back and didn’t start an argument with Mu Dazhong at the table.

When the final large bowl of braised rabbit was brought out, Mu Shuangshuang noticed that everyone’s eyes lit up.

Mu Dazhong stared at the rabbit dish, reluctant even to swallow his saliva.

The three Huang brothers were also in awe, having rarely seen rabbit meat on their dining table.

Everyone tacitly remained silent until Huang Bita emerged from the kitchen with a bowl of rice.

"Everyone, let’s eat. I hope you’ll forgive my poor hospitality and enjoy your meal," she said.

As soon as she finished speaking, Mu Dazhong picked up his chopsticks and started stirring the rabbit dish, worried he wouldn’t get any.

He grabbed a piece of rabbit and stuffed it into his mouth hurriedly, making snorting noises like a pig.

Mu Shuangshuang signaled to Mu Dalang to greet Huang Bita.

Mu Dalang quickly got up, "Miss Huang, let me help in the kitchen. You should sit down and eat!"

"Help with what? It’s only right for women to take care of men. You’re not married yet, and you already want to work for her?"

Mu Dazhong’s tactless remark came through.

Mu Dalang couldn’t be bothered and went to fetch a bowl from the kitchen, bringing soup back to the table.

Finally, he sat down to eat.

This scene was observed by the Huang brothers, who gained a better impression of Mu Dalang.

In this day and age, finding good in-laws isn’t easy.

The Huang brothers knew they couldn’t count on Mu Dazhong as a future father-in-law to be good to their sister.

However, they hoped that Bita’s chosen husband would treat her well.

Seeing Mu Dalang treat Bita well and even stand up to his father for her, how could the Huang brothers not be satisfied?

But Mu Dazhong felt resentful towards the Huang family, thinking if his son was siding with this woman before marriage, what would it be like after?

So Mu Dazhong resolved to find a way to break off this engagement.

"Bita worked hard today, with such a large spread of dishes. Once the date is set, and the wedding is done, Bita will be part of our Old Mu Family. We hope she and Dalang will be happy," Mr. Mu said.

Mr. Mu had another thought, hoping his eldest son’s rank could rise higher, but he didn’t voice it, lest the Huang family read too much into it.

"Dad, stop talking about that. Let’s eat! I’m starving!" Mu Dazhong exclaimed.

Mr. Mu felt thoroughly embarrassed but had no way to reprimand his second son in front of so many people, so he could only give him a warning look.

Matchmaker Sun saw the situation and spoke bluntly, "Dazhong, today’s a big day for both families. Don’t just think about eating; consider how the two children will get along and how you, as a father, can help them prosper."

"How can I help? I don’t have any money."

Mu Dazhong was quick to argue, afraid he’d be asked to contribute financially.

As soon as he spoke, not only was Mr. Mu embarrassed, but even Mu Shuangshuang felt ashamed.

People say you should at least maintain your dignity in front of outsiders; Mu Dazhong didn’t even care about that.

What a weirdo!

The eldest brother of the Huang family clenched his fists tightly, then slowly released them.

Everyone ate in silence, save for Mu Dazhong.

On the way back, Mr. Mu said nothing. Once they reached Er Gui Village and entered the Old Mu Family’s yard, he struck Mu Dazhong’s arm with his tobacco pipe.

"You disgraceful thing, all you do is eat. You’ve brought shame to the Old Mu Family. Today, I won’t let you off easily!"

Mr. Mu’s sudden action left Mu Dazhong stunned.

Mu Shuangshuang was the first to react, squeezing Mu Dazhong’s arm while shouting.

"Grandpa, don’t be angry. It’s bad for your health. Even if Second Uncle is wrong, you shouldn’t hit him," she pleaded.

"If I don’t hit him today, I swear..."

Mr. Mu ferociously puffed on his pipe while Mu Dazhong howled in pain. With his arm pinched by Mu Shuangshuang, he couldn’t move.

Mu Shuangshuang held Mu Dazhong in a tight grip.

If Mr. Mu weren’t present, she would have acted on her own already.

Disgraceful scum!

"Dad, I know I was wrong. Please don’t hit me..." Mu Dazhong shouted.

Mr. Mu didn’t relent, continuing to thrash him senselessly.

Mu Dazhong tried to appeal to Mu Shuangshuang, but having been a police officer for many years in a previous life and having traveled with Lu Yuanfeng in this one, neither strength nor experience was lacking. Mu Dazhong was no match for her.

"Let go of me, you little brat. Let go..." Mu Dazhong cried out in vain.

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Approaching September, a basin of cold water sent Mu Dazhong shivering, groaning incessantly.

Within the main hall, everyone knew Mr. Mu was disciplining Mu Dazhong, so no one went outside.

Even Mrs. Lin, who wanted to look, was stopped by Mu Xiangxiang.

"Second Sister-in-law, don’t get involved. You’re pregnant, and if you see something you shouldn’t, it might harm our Old Mu Family’s golden grandson. Mother wouldn’t forgive you!"

Mentioning the pregnancy brought more worry.

Mrs. Lin’s fabricated pregnancy was growing daily, originally intended to get better food. But now, seeing how the workload and food remained unchanged, she questioned its value.

She continually pondered the best excuse for losing the child.

Still undecided on that matter, the outside finally quieted as Mr. Mu released his hold and entered the main hall.

Mu Shuangshuang tossed Mu Dazhong aside like a rag, leaving him in the yard to fend for himself—