Su Jin didn’t respond to him. Instead, her gaze swept over the onlookers gathered nearby.
She deliberately raised her voice.
“Hong Jianguo, shouting like this—are you trying to let everyone know that you, the Su family’s live-in son-in-law, came here to berate and insult your own sick daughter for the sake of your stepdaughter?
Without even considering whether your elderly father-in-law can withstand the shock—is that it?”
Hong Jianguo froze. Seeing so many people watching, he forced himself to speak.
“Y-you… don’t change the subject.
Why did you bully Xiuxiu?
She’s your sister—you’re sisters. Why can’t you—”
Su Jin let out a cold laugh.
“Sisters?
Hong Jianguo, listen carefully—my mother only gave birth to me.
I, Su Jin, have no siblings.
My surname is Su. Just because that woman’s daughter took your surname, she becomes your precious daughter?
For a few twisted words from your stepdaughter, you come to settle accounts with your own biological daughter—
You really are a ‘good father.’”
When she said “good father,” her tone was dripping with sarcasm.
“But even so, you shouldn’t accuse Xiuxiu of having an improper relationship with Zhao Fuyuan!
They grew up together—it’s normal for them to be close!
And Zhao Fuyuan is your childhood fiancé—if you say things like that, how will Xiuxiu face people in the future?
Aren’t you ruining her?
Su Jin, I must have spoiled you too much.
You’ve become completely lawless—making baseless accusations!
You’re far too willful. I need to discipline you properly, or you won’t know your place!”
Su Jin showed no anger. Instead, she smiled.
“Willful? Lawless?
Hong Jianguo, how do you even have the face to say that?
I was still sick, and your precious stepdaughter came over, hinting that she and Comrade Zhao had something going on—right there in the grove…
I can’t even bring myself to say it.
If she likes Zhao Fuyuan, I simply wished them happiness. How is that bullying her?
Also, since when did I have a marriage arrangement with the Zhao family?
Why is it that I, the supposed fiancée, know nothing about it?
Back then, it was Zhao’s grandfather who wanted to arrange a childhood match—but my grandfather refused.
So why is everyone suddenly saying there’s an engagement?
Who exactly started this rumor?
What are they trying to do—ruin my reputation, or swallow up the Su family’s assets?”
Her voice sharpened.
“And you—without even understanding the truth—come here to hit and scold your sick daughter, saying hurtful things?
Why is your heart so biased?
Or could it be…”
She deliberately paused. Seeing the flicker of panic on Hong Jianguo’s face, her lips curved.
“…that in your heart, Hong Xiuxiu isn’t a stepdaughter at all—but your biological daughter?
Otherwise, I truly can’t understand why someone would treat another person’s daughter so well.
Taking your own daughter’s new clothes and jewelry—anything valuable—and giving them all to your stepdaughter, while beating and scolding your own flesh and blood.”
Su Jin said this on purpose.
Partly to completely cut ties with Zhao Fuyuan, who had long used the excuse of being her “fiancé” to take advantage.
Partly to let everyone see what kind of person Hong Jianguo really was.
And most importantly—to let those watching in the shadows know that the Su family’s valuables had already been taken by this live-in son-in-law.
Hearing this, Hong Jianguo’s eyes widened in terror. His body trembled as if his deepest secret had been exposed.
“Y-you—what nonsense are you spouting?! You… you’re trying to anger me to death!
I—I won’t deal with you anymore!”
With that, he fled in panic.
Watching his retreating figure, Su Jin let out a cold laugh.
Hong Jianguo, your suffering has only just begun.
When she turned around, she saw Su Tingyun and Su Chengshan standing behind the door.
Her expression softened instantly. She walked over and supported her grandfather.
“Grandpa, why did you come out?”
Su Chengshan quietly turned to close the gate.
“I was worried that beast would bully you.
But our Xiao Jin is truly impressive. Seeing this, Grandpa is at ease.”
Even if he were gone one day, he wouldn’t have to worry about her being bullied anymore. She could protect herself.
“Grandpa, this is just the beginning.
Give it a few days—Hong Jianguo and his whole family won’t be smiling anymore.”
Su Tingyun narrowed his eyes, a ruthless glint flashing within.
Hong Jianguo… he’s finished.
But when facing his granddaughter, his voice softened.
“Mm, Xiao Jin is right. You should get some rest. You’ve had a long day.”
Su Jin rubbed her temples. She was indeed exhausted—her illness had just passed as well.
After washing up, she returned to her room.
This day had truly drained her—both physically and mentally.
Lying in bed, she thought about what to do next… and gradually drifted off to sleep.
While Su Jin slept soundly, things were far from peaceful at the Hong household.
Hong Jianguo stormed home and kicked open the gate. The iron door slammed loudly, startling Zhou Yuehong, who had been tending to her beauty routine inside.
She hurried out, seeing his face dark as ink, and approached cautiously.
“Jianguo, what’s wrong? Why are you so angry? Is it… the Su family…”
She placed her hand on his chest, trying to calm him.
But Hong Jianguo shoved her hand away, his face flushed red with rage as he glared at her.
“You still have the nerve to ask?
Look at the daughter you raised—utterly useless, ruining everything!”
Hearing the commotion, Hong Xiuxiu happily came downstairs, thinking her father had stood up for her.
But the moment she arrived, she heard him scolding her.
Her expression changed instantly. With a pitiful look, she bit her lip and called softly,
“Dad…”
Seeing her only made Hong Jianguo angrier.
“You still dare call me ‘Dad’? Look at what you’ve done!
I told you to coax Su Jin properly—what did you do instead?
You actually told her you and Zhao Fuyuan are close—you—
Now she knows everything! In front of so many people, she even said she wishes the two of you happiness! Everyone heard it—where am I supposed to put my face now?”