Spring Breeze Twenty Years

Chapter 1023 Human Kindness

Sitting down, Yu Qiu's mother was a little embarrassed. She smacked her lips a few times and said, "I'm getting senile. I've come to apologize to you. I'm so sorry for what happened, and I almost ruined the two children's lives. Please don't take it to heart."

I just can't bear to leave, I can't bear to leave that place. That house was built brick by brick by me and Lao Yu, and it's only been a few years. Lao Yu is so heartless, he just abandoned me and the children and left.

I'm over there, and I still have some hope in my heart. But thinking about how far I've come, even visiting a grave takes days, and I don't know if I'll ever be able to get back. It makes me so sad.

Tears streamed down Yu Qiu's mother's face, and Yu Miao cried along with her.

Mom hurriedly went to get some napkins; these days, there weren't even tissues, napkins were considered a luxury item.

Yu Qiu was also a little sad and said softly, "Mom, what are you doing? It's convenient to travel now; you can come back anytime you want."

The last bit of resentment in Mr. Shan's heart disappeared. After thinking for a moment, he said, "In-law, let me say something, but don't take it personally. You two can discuss it and see if we can move Yu Qiu's father's grave here as well. The whole family can come, so no one is left out."

Aunt Shan said, "Yes, I was just talking to Lao Shan about this these past few days. This family has already moved here, but the old man's grave is still over there."

Yu Qiu's mother shook her head and said, "Forget it, don't make a fuss. That's Lao Yu's house. What's the point of coming here? I was just saying it casually. After I die, Xiao Qiu, just remember I'll send you back. I need to be buried with your father. He thinks he can just abandon me like that? No way."

Yu Qiu reached out and hugged her mother, shaking her gently, while Yu Miao wiped away tears.

Dad looked at Mom, coughed, and said, "Well, now that we've brought this up, in-laws, shouldn't we discuss some serious matters?"

Aunt Shan said, "Yes, yes, we're here to discuss something. My daughter is heavily pregnant and waiting to get married. Yu Qiu, how dare you come here after doing something like this? Sometimes I really want to beat you up. Go and get some hot water for Xiaomiao."

Yu Qiu quickly agreed and got up to fetch water from the kitchen.

With Mr. and Mrs. Shan's interruption, Yu Qiu's mother's mood eased considerably. She also remembered the main reason for coming today, smiled apologetically, and said, "You see, I'm always biased. Our family has no objection to this. We'll do it your way. You just need to set the rules."

To be honest, it's a great honor for us that Xiaoqiu married Hongmei; I know that all too well. I'm extremely satisfied with this daughter-in-law, it's just that I'm getting old, and I can't quite shake off that feeling.

Yu Miao nodded from the side: "Yes, I like my sister-in-law, she's great."

Yu Qiu brought over a bowl of water, and Aunt Shan tossed a towel over Yu Miao's face to wipe it, saying, "This girl is really pretty, and looks so clever. What does your eldest look like? I bet he's not bad either. Come over in a while, okay?"

Yu Qiu said, "My sister is at home tidying up things to sell the house. I'll go back tomorrow or the day after to settle things and then come back with them."

Dad nodded and said, "Yes, let's not leave any loose ends, it's such a long way. Let's do it this way, when Xiaoqiu and her sister come back, our two families will have a meal together and settle things. Our family also moved here from Longcheng, we don't have many relatives or connections here, and we don't have those kinds of formalities, as long as the two of them live their lives well."

Yu Qiu's mother said, "That won't do. This is a once-in-a-lifetime event. The child should have everything he deserves. Don't let him suffer."

Aunt Shan said, "How about we hold a small banquet when we get back? We don't need to accept any gifts. Let our relatives and friends know about it and get to know Xiao Qiu."

Dad said, "Forget it, it's almost the end of the year, why bother with all this wind and snow? Let's leave it as it is for now, and hold the celebration when Hongmei has her one-month celebration after the New Year. It'll be warmer then, which will be more convenient. There are only a few months left."

Mom did the math and said, "That's right, it's the end of March, right after the New Year. The full moon is just in time for the snow to melt in May."

Dad waved his hand: "It's settled then, Yu Qiu, hurry up. We'll take care of things here, so don't worry about your mother and your sister."

Aunt Shan glared at Yu Qiu and said, "You really need to hurry, she's already showing. You brat, if you ever treat Hongmei badly, I'll beat you to death."

Yu Qiu's mother said, "You don't need to do anything, I'll take care of him."

Yu Miao, still with tears in her eyes, said, "I'll hit him too. My sister-in-law is so good."

……

Xiao Wei's office.

Chen Hui stood at the window looking at the building across the street: "Do you think Yu Qiu's family is alright now? All better?"

Xiao Wei sat on the sofa and said, "It's alright now, I've talked it out. I don't think Yu Qiu's mother is an unreasonable person, I just don't understand why. She's a very nice old lady. I originally thought we'd have to fight for a while and have a big argument."

Chen Hui said, "I know why, do you believe me? You'd never guess."

Xiao Wei asked, "Why?"

Chen Hui said, "I told you before that I lived with my dad in Bingcheng when I was little, right? My grandpa was about to retire then. My dad wanted to take him over, but my grandpa refused and stayed alone in Liaodong City. My parents went back and forth several times, but it didn't work. Later, when there was really no other way, my mom started going back and forth, coming back to visit every now and then."

Xiao Wei asked, "Why?"

Chen Hui shook his head: "Because my grandmother's grave is here. Yu Qiu's father's grave is over there. It must be because of this, no doubt about it."

Xiao Wei was stunned for a moment and said, "It really is something I didn't expect. My family is all here. My grandparents and maternal grandparents all passed away early. I've met my grandfather a few times and have a vague impression of him. I can't even remember my grandmother's face or voice. The only one who passed away in recent years was my aunt, but I don't have that deep feeling for her."

Chen Hui said, "That must be the case. If they were really being unreasonable and telling the truth, they wouldn't be able to come, and they wouldn't be able to turn things around so quickly. They would have to make a big scene several times."

Xiao Wei said, "I've noticed that the older generation has a really deep bond between husband and wife. I wonder if we'll be able to have that kind of relationship when we get old."

Chen Hui said, "You and Xiao Hong are probably similar. Things are different now than before. Back then, information was scarce and transportation was poor. People spent their entire lives confined to one place and focused on one person; that was their whole world, their entire world. How can it be the same now?"

Xiao Wei looked at Chen Hui: "I've noticed you've become quite philosophical lately, haven't you? You've been secretly studying it at home every day, haven't you?"

Chen Hui said, "It's different from you now, we have a son. You'll understand when you have a child, your thinking will change."

Xiao Wei said, "But I feel that Lao Xia hasn't changed much."

Chen Hui said, "People are different. Besides, I spend less time with Lao Xia now, how do you know he hasn't changed? It's impossible for him not to have changed."

(End of this chapter)