Zhang Shulan never came to look for Su Xiaowan again, but instead, she spread plenty of idle gossip outside. The family quarters were now anxious, with some sharing Zhang Shulan's anger at Su Xiaowan's indifference and heartlessness.
After hearing this, some wouldn't comment openly, but privately they scorned her, thinking, "Who does she think she is? Do you expect help just by opening your mouth, huh? If you're so capable, don't seek others' help at all. Pfft! Just don't involve others."
Everyone had lived with the Zhang family long enough to know exactly what they were like. Observant people knew their true nature well, especially during the holidays when they didn't hesitate to send out gifts. As for whom the gifts were sent to, well, there are no walls that don't leak, did they really think everyone was a fool?
