NOVPUBChapter 159: Chapter 159: Accountability
Chapter 159 -159: Accountability
Bai Ju and the others were dragged back to the Bai Family’s house by Bai Song, Bai Xiao, and Bai Yue. They sat down, and Bai Xiao cooked a few eggs for her brother-in-law, He Wang, to roll over his eye sockets because applying red medicine was not an option—how would he show his face afterwards?
Bai Xiao couldn’t use her special ability on He Wang either.
Using special abilities for such a minor injury would be making a mountain out of a molehill.
It took a while for Bai Ju to realize that so much had happened at home; she was clueless about these affairs while in town.
Her older sister had divorced, brought back her three nephews to their home, and Bai Song had even severed ties with his younger brother’s family. Bai Ju was unaware of all these developments; had she known, she would have returned home first. If it weren’t for her busy schedule, she would have come back last night, but she was truly tied up. 𝔫𝖔𝖛𝖕𝔲𝔟.𝔠𝖔𝖒
“Big sister, it’s okay, life will get better,” Bai Ju said, infuriated to hear that Li Dashan had hit her sister. She was married to He Wang, and over the years, he had never laid a finger on her, even in the fiercest of arguments. He never resorted to hitting women—it was unimaginable that Li Dashan could be such a scoundrel.
In their housing row, some men hit their wives when drunk, and everybody condemned those men as scoundrels, leaving their wives bruised and battered. The cases that went to the women’s federation only ended in counseling and education, but no one could really change those men.
Domestic issues were deemed personal, and even the factory couldn’t interfere in a couple’s problems.
However, Bai Ju felt chilled to the bone knowing the kind of life her sister lived behind closed doors. It was a blessing she had divorced. Otherwise, Bai Ju couldn’t imagine what she might have done had she seen her sister being hit—probably she would have struck Li Dashan herself.
Bai Yue smiled and said, “It’s all better now, don’t worry. I’ve come to terms with it. Life can only improve. I’m lucky to be away from Li Dashan; who knows what would be happening otherwise. Thankfully, my sons are all sympathetic towards me, and as long as I’m with the kids, I can handle anything. Look, now I’m raising pigs and chickens, and I feel there’s a purpose to my life.” Speaking to her sister, Bai Yue felt proud; life was much better now, even though the future was still uncertain. But life was comfortable, the children were filial, and they eagerly did all the household chores without her having to worry, plus one less person to hit her.
“Sis, let me know if you need anything. He Wang and I are both working at the factory now, and I’ve even become the director. My salary is significantly higher than before, and He Wang will be able to drive in a couple of months, thanks to Xiao’s connections,” Bai Ju couldn’t help but share her joy during this happy occasion.
Bai Song asked curiously, “What does Xiao have to do with it? Could your factory boss know Xiao?” Bai Xiao had not mentioned these matters to him.
Bai Ju recounted how Bai Xiao had saved the factory boss’s brother-in-law. Of course, she knew the only reason she had been promoted from a temporary to a permanent worker, and even to director, was not solely because of her capabilities—it was largely due to the huge favor they owed Bai Xiao. Otherwise, how could all these good things have happened to them?
Becoming a driver was another thing; many apprentices in the transport teams could hardly touch a steering wheel for years because their mentors wouldn’t teach them. But He Wang, from the moment he started, was taken under the wing of the transport team leader for daily lessons. He Wang actually already knew how to drive, but he still needed practice. Who else would get such an opportunity?
She knew all too well that this was indeed thanks to Bai Xiao.
Life at home had become easier now that both spouses were earning salaries. Although He Weng was being maintained at home, he could help them with the housework and take care of the younger ones, greatly easing the burden of the household.
It was only now that Bai Ju dared to speak about supporting her older sister, after all, it wasn’t easy for her sister to raise three children alone.
He Wang also nodded in agreement and said, “Big sister, if you’re having difficulties, just let us know. We are all family here, no need to be formal with us. If we all pull together, we can gradually improve our lives. Everyone faces tough times, but by helping each other out, we can surely live well. There’s no hurdle we can’t overcome.”
Bai Song pulled Bai Xiao into the room, “Xiao, tell me honestly, what exactly happened? Our older and second sisters aren’t very educated, so they believed your ghost stories, like meeting Lord Yama and seeing our parents. I’m a soldier and I don’t believe in those feudal superstitions. Just tell me honestly what really happened.” He wasn’t easily fooled like Bai Ju or Bai Yue, given the different education he received in the military, and being a middle school student himself, Bai Song didn’t believe in ghosts or gods either.
Bai Xiao took her brother’s hand and sat down, “Big brother, it really happened that way, I’m not lying to you. Even though you don’t believe in spirits and ghosts, these things truly happened to me and I can’t explain it either. All I know is that I died and came back to life and now I have this special ability.” She couldn’t bring herself to speak of her rebirth, as that would only make her family suffer with her. After all, her brother would feel guilty, believing that they hadn’t taken good care of her, which led to everything that occurred later.
She particularly didn’t want her brother and sisters to know how tragic their past lives had been. Since it was all behind them, why not let them live happily? This life was different, and everyone deserved to be happy and joyful.
She could bear all the past burdens alone; all she wanted was for her family to be healthy and happy.
This once modest wish of hers had now come true, so why add more troubles?
Bai Song looked into his sister’s clear eyes, believing Bai Xiao had not deceived him. Her demeanor was stable with not the slightest unease or nervousness while she spoke. Perhaps their deceased parents really had protected her and bestowed upon her such an ability.
“Xiao, you and your second sister are doing the right thing. No matter what happens in the future, remember that you are the inheritor of our Bai Family’s medical skills. If anyone asks, just say our father learned medicine from a passing Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor, who is nowhere to be found now. Our family must all stick to the same story, and we cannot afford to slip up. Do you understand? Even if I, your big brother, find it hard to believe in your ability, let alone outsiders. If word got out, they’d probably capture you for scientific study.”
“Your excuse about Acupuncture is good. We have a skilled Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncturist in our troops, who can relieve ailments with just a few needles. Moreover, the master once said that his own teacher was even more formidable, having once brought someone back to life with a single needle, which perfectly aligns with your situation. Don’t flaunt this; don’t meddle in matters that aren’t your concern, and try to keep a low profile, understand?” Bai Song was genuinely speaking out of concern, terrified that Bai Xiao might accidentally get into trouble.
Bai Xiao nodded her head and shook Bai Song’s arm, “Got it, grandma!”
Bai Song flicked her forehead, “Remember the lesson, not just the snack! I’ve noticed a big change in you since coming back. You’ve lost your previous timidity, which is great, but you shouldn’t be too unrestrained! You’ve become too bold. If I don’t keep you on a short leash, I’m afraid you’ll get into trouble!”
“Yes, big brother!” Bai Xiao said, rubbing her forehead.
In this life, her family still cared so much about her, always prioritizing her safety and well-being. This was so different from her previous life, where having no one to protect her led to her special ability being exposed and exploited by those with ulterior motives. This time around, they could definitely live peacefully for a lifetime.
