Chapter 769: Chapter 513 Clarify_2
When Chuxia heard Yu Tao say this, she finally felt at ease.
Having longed for this for so many years and finally having her wish fulfilled, if anything went wrong, it wouldn’t just be unbearable for Yu Tao herself, but Old Master Zhou and Old Madam Zhou, who were eagerly anticipating their little great-grandson, wouldn’t be able to take it either.
Afterward, everyone’s attention would be on her belly. Just thinking about it made her feel like the pressure was suffocating. It’s not that she didn’t want to conceive but, after getting married, she never deliberately prevented pregnancy, yet there had been no movement in her belly. What if she encountered the same situation as Yu Tao?
Of course, she and Zhou Mikang had undergone health checks before their marriage and both of them were found to be healthy, but when it came to fertility issues, most of the younger generation in the Zhou family seemed to have a harder time than normal. Therefore, she couldn’t help but be cautious. In this respect, the elders of the Zhou family really couldn’t withstand any more setbacks.
“Sister-in-law, if you have any troubles in your heart in the future, and big brother isn’t home, or it’s inconvenient to talk to the elders, just talk to me. In any case, don’t keep it all to yourself.”
“Okay, as long as you don’t find me annoying,” Yu Tao said with a laugh, “I’ve heard that some pregnant women become more irritable as they approach the later stages of pregnancy, even crying over trivial matters. If I become like that, you’ll have to bear with it.”
“Haha…” Chuxia laughed joyfully, “I truly can’t imagine what it would feel like to see Sister-in-law turn into that.”
“What’s got you so happy?” Wang Lei approached them. She had been quite since the chat with Chuxia earlier, and now she took the initiative to join them. Chuxia naturally gave her an out, “Third Auntie, come and sit with us, we’re talking about the funny things that happen when Sister-in-law is pregnant.”
Before long, Zhao Yulan, Lin Yanqiu, Old Madam Zhou, and Liang Xiaohong had also gathered around. The whole family began to chat about Yu Tao’s belly. Chuxia noted Zhao Yulan’s expression, and it was clear that she was quite envious.
Chuxia sighed to herself, realizing that indeed all the elders were very persistent about this matter. But speaking of it, her father-in-law and mother-in-law, as well as Grandpa Zhou and Grandma Zhou, had really been good to Yu Tao. Despite her many years without getting pregnant, their attitude towards her had never changed, but had grown even warmer. She believed that if her mother could see all this, her worries would be somewhat alleviated, right?
“Can you chat with me for a bit, okay?” Taking advantage of a moment when no one was paying attention, Wang Lei whispered to Chuxia.
Chuxia promptly agreed with a nod: “Okay.”
“I’ll go tell Xiaomi.”
Chuxia quickly grabbed her: “No need, he’s busy chatting with Grandpa and the uncles, he won’t have time to bother with me. Let’s just talk amongst ourselves, we don’t need to mind him.”
Wang Lei was initially somewhat reluctant to look for Zhou Mikang but, hearing Chuxia say this, she went along with it, pulling her back to her own room. After shutting the door, she smiled apologetically, “I want to start by apologizing to you, I wasn’t in a good mood back then.”
“Third Auntie, you’re being too formal.”
Wang Lei hurriedly said, sensing a distance had grown in Chuxia’s smile, “No, no, I truly realize that I was quite immature. For a little while, I did blame you and Xiaomi.”
But upon reflection, I should be grateful to you. If we had continued to endure that woman, my brother really could have been tormented to death by her—seeing things clearly sooner helps him make decisions earlier.”
I won’t lie to you, my brother has been timid since he was young. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have had to forcefully keep Xiao Jing by my side. It’s not that he doesn’t love Xiao Jing, it’s just that he always second-guesses himself and ends up in a situation where he’s disliked by everyone.
After this incident and our talk, he’s started to see things more clearly. However, I didn’t expect that woman to resort to such vicious methods. Oh, you don’t know. We always think that if you’re married and can live together, you should try not to split up. Whether it’s for oneself or for the children, the hope is to just endure and get along.
But I’ve been thinking, even after all the enduring, it’s led to a matter of life and death. If we continue, then it’s being irresponsible not only to oneself but also to the children.
Xiao Jing may appear indifferent, but in reality, she desperately yearns for affection. When I was taking care of her as a child, she would often wake up crying from her dreams. It wasn’t just missing her mother, but her father too—she just wouldn’t admit it once she was awake.
Otherwise, she wouldn’t have rushed to take care of my brother when he fell ill. Think about it, that woman’s two daughters and their own son—who among them ever took care of my brother?
Chuxia, I’m saying this sincerely, I truly feel that after all these years, I haven’t been as perceptive as you and Xiaomi. Thank you for your decisive actions, and thank you for saving Xiao Jing and my brother.”
Chuxia sighed, “Third Auntie, I understand where you’re coming from, but let’s not keep saying thanks from now on, okay?”
“Okay,” Wang Lei nodded earnestly, “and I swear, no matter what punishment Wang Jun gets, he deserves it. I won’t have a word of complaint.”
“That’s up to him,” Chuxia spread her hands, “Because of Third Auntie and my sister-in-law, I’ve given him a chance. But if he insists on setting himself up, there’s nothing I can do. Third Auntie, that’s just how I am. Knowing someone wants to harm me, I can’t find it in myself to pity them.”
“To ensure the safety of your family and yourself, you must eliminate any danger in its cradle. Third Auntie, I agree with your actions, and what Wang Jing and I lack is precisely that resolve. Otherwise, we wouldn’t have been led by the nose by those people.”
Chuxia breathed a sigh of relief, “I’m relieved with Third Auntie saying that.”
Wang Lei showed a face full of regret, “You were helping us, and you ended up worrying along with us, I am truly sorry…” Seeing Chuxia pout, she quickly added, “But I won’t thank you anymore.” (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for it at Qidian () with your recommendation tickets and monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users, please go to to read.)