I Became a Vicious Supporting Role in the '70s

The butler saw the madam losing her temper and hesitated for a long time before entering the living room. Lu Mingkai, seeing him, quickly pulled him aside.

"Mom, Uncle Luo is here to see you about something. I'll head upstairs first, you carry on."

Uncle Luo was pushed forward and hadn't said a word yet, when out of the corner of his eye, he saw the little boy behind him running faster than a rabbit.

"Madam, Manager Zhang and his wife have already arrived outside, asking if you're ready. It's almost time to leave."

"Alright, I'm coming. Mingyang, take my luggage to your Uncle Zhang's car."

"Okay, Mom."

Shen Meng took the shawl off her shoulder and turned to put on a coat, noticing the kids weren't at all reluctant to see her leave, she puckered her lips.

"So heartless, seeing I'm leaving, and not even a word of advice. Old Luo, keep an eye on these little ones, especially the second one, don't let him cause trouble. If anything happens, call me. If it's urgent, find Bai Yan and Sister Bai Shan. Actually, just go to Bai Yan, Sister Bai Shan spoils them too much, giving them the stars but not the moon."

"Got it, madam."

Lu Mingliang let out an "ouch," put down what he was holding, hurried over to Shen Meng, and hugged her.

"Mom, I really don't want you to leave, but going back to Ning County is like going home. What do we need to advise? Oh, actually, there's something to say. When you see people from the old village, don't be soft-hearted. Our family has a little money, but it can't withstand wasting."

"Go away!"

Shen Meng gave him a disdainful look, turned her head, and walked outside. Old Luo also rolled his eyes. This big villa, taking five minutes to drive out of, and he talks as if it's just a little money, his words are really frustrating.

Lu Mingyang also took a while to return, seeing his younger siblings sitting properly in the living room, looking somewhat puzzled.

"What's up? It's not the first time Mom's going on a trip. If you were worried, why didn't you follow along earlier?"

"Brother, we're not worried about Mom, we're worried about Lu Qiancheng's family. Ever since they couldn't come to Shangjing, they've been constantly causing trouble at Third Uncle's place. The police have visited countless times, but it's no use. They keep saying stuff like they're starving, that old tune. You know it yourself, Dad received a call from the old home while at a conference out of town and has gone to Ning County ahead of time to wait for Mom."

"Why didn't you say so earlier? We'll go too. I'll ask someone to buy plane tickets and head over immediately. There are things Mom and Dad can't say, but we can. Grandpa and Grandma have been biased all their lives. Lu Qiancheng's family's issues don't concern us. They shouldn't think of using us as a stepping stone."

The eldest has spoken, Lu Mingliang immediately called a friend to help book tickets. The siblings quickly packed their bags and drove off from the underground garage.

When Old Luo returned to ask about lunch, he found no one around. Only then did he spot a note under the fruit plate in the living room, scaring him so much that he quickly called Lu Zhenping in Ning County.

When Shen Meng reached the Provincial City airport, she deliberately delayed an hour, quietly waiting until the four kids arrived before discreetly taking out a familiar small whip from her space while opening her luggage for cover.

Lu Mingkai, seeing it, grabbed his suitcase and ran straight towards the exit. Lu Mingliang and Lu Mingyang didn't react in time and got lashed twice hard. Ming Fang, being a girl, had never been hit by her since young.

"Mom, ouch mom, stop hitting. There are so many people, at your age, if my brother and I start running, don't strain your waist."

Initially pretending to hit gently twice, Shen Meng, upon hearing her second son's words, lashed a couple more times for real. Regardless of the situation, she's a woman - how could he use her age against her, such ungrateful kids.

"Shut it, Mom hates people mentioning her age."

Lu Mingkai was just glad to have escaped a lash when suddenly someone slapped him on the head. He shouted "ouch" angrily and turned his head, only to see it was his father, causing him to immediately fall silent.

"You brat."

"Dad, you, how come you're here."

"How come I'm here, I came to pick up your mom. You guys dashed off without even realizing how worried your mom was about you all. Even Old Luo nearly cried from the anxiety."

"Aren't we grown up, what's there to be anxious about? Besides, Uncle Luo is like that, always sentimental. Eldest brother left a note, it's not like we vanished into thin air."

Lu Zhenping glanced at him and turned to walk over to Shen Meng.

In a public place, he's the chairman of a group, hitting kids at the airport like this would be embarrassing if a reporter saw.

"Alright wife, alright, alright, stop hitting. If the reporters see, it'll be quite shameful."

"Shame, deserve it even if it's shameful, you ah you, always speaking up for them. You're not in Shangjing, you don't know how they bully me. Boohoo, I'm done, you handle it yourself!"

"Alright, alright, I'll manage, let's go home and ignore these little ones. Husband will help you. Tsk, what are you all staring at, grab your mom's bag, should I wait for you?"

All kids: "...."

A real dad, only has eyes for the wife!

After getting in the car, Shen Meng took off her coat as the heater kicked in. It was warm and comfortable, but after a short drive, she was feeling hot.

"How's the old home?"

"It's settled. Lu Qiancheng and Lu Yaya are just idling around every day. This time, trouble came up because Qiancheng found a girlfriend who got pregnant. Qiancheng couldn't afford to marry her, and Lu Yaya backed her brother, consequently fighting with the girl. The child was lost, causing such drama that Zhou Jiaojiao, Jiasheng said, sold the house and shop early in the morning, packed up and ran away. She's completely ignoring those two kids now. The old couple sold whatever they could at home. Now, things are fine, they're not causing a fuss, and somehow that girl got back together with Qiancheng, saying they want to marry regardless of a bride price."

Shen Meng: "...."

Wow, it's like a soap opera with all these chases and escapes!

"Dad, you mustn't meddle. Those two are like snot, sticking and hard to shake off, just nauseating."

Lu Mingkai huffed and said this. Noticing Shen Meng glance at him, he quickly shut his mouth. His mom hadn't hit him yet, better not remind her.

"What are you thinking? The Lu Family's issues don't concern us. We've fulfilled our filial duty, handled what we could, and from now on, their matters don't relate to us."

"Then, what brought Mom and Dad rushing back this time?"

"Your Grandpa Li and Grandma Qi are celebrating their golden wedding anniversary, so we're attending their banquet. They didn't tell you, worried about interrupting your studies."

Seeing her kids wanting to say more, Shen Meng smiled, "I know what you're thinking. It's good my sons and daughters care for Mom and Dad. We're not senile, don't meddle in that mess. Daya and Xiao Ya are in Ning County too. You'll be able to catch up."

"Wow, really, Mom, I haven't seen Daya in years, I miss her so much."

This talk of past events had the kids chattering non-stop.

Lu Zhenping held Shen Meng's hand and drove towards Ning County. Half their lifetime had passed, through hardships and trials they endured together. Having now built a fortune, with healthy, successful children, they hadn't wasted time nor their efforts.

Shen Meng turned to gaze out the window. Skyscrapers, the landmarks mostly built by her companies. She'd established her own kingdom in these times, glancing at the kids in the car.

The coming era belongs to their generation.