Chapter 1679 - 1099: Chuqiu’s Transformation
One more thing, I’m a bit tired today, I’ll make up for it tomorrow.
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"I’m quite puzzled by this. In the past, no matter how Chuqiu tried to make amends, Chunni would never agree, saying that if he couldn’t become a worker, he shouldn’t appear in front of her.
But suddenly one day, Chunni reached out to Chuqiu, saying that if he wanted, he could marry her immediately, but the condition was to live at Chunni’s family home, and any children they have must take the Li surname.
Chuqiu knew the elders in his family would definitely not agree, so he secretly took the household register and went to Uncle Gangshun to get a marriage certificate. Uncle Gangshun didn’t expect him to scam and, after asking Chunni’s opinion and confirming both were willing, he wrote the certificate and stamped it.
When Grandpa, Grandma, and Father and Mother found out, Chuqiu and Chunni had already received their certificate as legal spouses. Grandpa and Grandma even went to scold Uncle Gangshun for this..."
Lin Chuchun sighed, saying, "Grandpa and Grandma are like this, no matter what problem arises, they always blame others, never reflecting on any responsibility on their part.
They don’t even consider what right they have to scold Uncle Gangshun, Chuqiu had already reached marriage age and had the household register, and Chunni also had hers, both saying they married willingly and even the parents agreed. Could Uncle Gangshun refuse to issue the certificate?
Moreover, the marriage law doesn’t stipulate that once a man and woman reach the legal marriage age, they must get parental consent to register for marriage. How can they blame Uncle Gangshun?
When I speak to them this way, they call me an ingrate, saying I’m only partial to outsiders, and that I’ll also walk Chuqiu’s old path one day. To prevent me, they’ve hidden the household register early.
How many elders in the world are like this? They always want the respect of the younger generation, but do they really do things that deserve respect? My heart is heavy, not because I’ve left home, but because I’m worried they might pull some stunts when I return for exams."
"There’s still a long way to go, is there any need to worry now?" Chuxia gave him a silent sideways glance, furrowing her brows as she mused on Chuqiu’s matter, "Did you catch any hint in Li family’s sudden change of attitude?"
"No..." Shaking his head, Lin Chuchun added, "Before Chunni agreed to marry Chuqiu, Chunni’s brother Chunsheng dropped out of school. Until now, he’s been staying at home.
Some people speculated he might be seriously ill, but he often goes out to play with the village kids, showing no signs of anything wrong, so I truly don’t know the specifics."
"Then don’t worry about it. I’m just curious." Chuxia reached out to pat Chuchun’s shoulder, "Stop frowning all the time, as if there are endless things to worry about.
Since I invited you over to our place to study, it’s a sincere welcome, a genuine desire to help you. If you’re always so distanced, it would be a disservice to our goodwill."
"Sister Chuxia, if you were raised in a family like mine, you’d struggle to be happy..." With a sigh, Lin Chuchun wore an expression of melancholy, "I can’t truly leave them behind, but they constantly stir trouble and are never satisfied, and in the future, turbulent days lie ahead."
After mulling over a bit, Chuxia smiled at him, "Are you worried that after you find a girlfriend, your family will try to blackmail you?"
"That’s part of it..." Sighing deeply again, Lin Chuchun chuckled bitterly, "Actually, it’s not something to fret over for a while yet, but just thinking about their temperament, I can’t help worrying..."
"Alright, stop overthinking..." Chuxia interrupted him, "Your primary task now is to study well, aiming for admission to a good university so that when your job placement is outside, it’s impossible for them to interfere with everything.
Moreover, with their character, they tend to bully the weak but fear the strong, so if you find a college-educated wife or a city wife, do you think they’d dare to mess with her?
Our family is treated this way because they used to pressure us, and my father, knowing his true background now, won’t be as filial as before. This leads them to try to profit where they can.
You are different; you’re their blood grandson and son. With Chuqiu becoming the Li family’s live-in son-in-law, all their hopes rest on you. Do you think they’d dare rift with you? So stop worrying unnecessarily, okay?"
"That’s true." Lin Chuchun nodded, "I should just focus on my efforts, worrying about these things now is pointless. If I don’t make it to college, then these might truly become reality."
"That’s the spirit..." Chuxia breathed a sigh of relief, "I just feared you’d get stuck in a loop. As long as you open your mind, with your intelligence, the exams will be a piece of cake."
"Sis, just flatter me..." Hesitating for a moment, Lin Chuqiu said, "We’ll pass by where Chuqiu lives now, I want to drop by and see him, can we?"
Afr aid that Chuxia’s family would be unwilling, he quickly explained before the other could respond, "I just feel that although he used to be unreliable and quite selfish, after being with Chunni, he seems to have become another person.
He is now working very hard, not afraid of hardship or fatigue. He doesn’t want to go back to that home because he understands the temperaments of his grandparents and parents. He doesn’t want to argue with them, and he doesn’t want the Li family to have a hard time.
Before we got married, we talked all night. He said that after getting married, he wants to be a responsible husband. He said that being able to marry the girl he likes makes him dare not be lazy in his efforts.
Now that I’m leaving, it might be a long time before I return. I think I should say something to him, have him come home occasionally to see everyone. Regardless of the character of the elders, they have always loved him dearly.
The share of responsibility he should fulfill can’t be brushed off with an excuse, and his sense of responsibility shouldn’t just be directed towards his own small family. Uncle Baohe, Aunt Yulan, you support me in this, right?"
"Mhm," Lin Baohe nodded, "Your grandpa and grandma have been good to the two of you brothers, especially to Chuqiu. For him to break ties with the family at this time really isn’t right.
He can’t push all his responsibilities onto you. He’s going to be a father himself now. Even if it’s just to set an example for his children, he should mature."
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Upon seeing Lin Chuqiu again, Chuxia was somewhat disbelieving of her eyes.
The Lin Chuqiu in her memory was completely different from Lin Chuchun—sarcastic when speaking, lazy in actions, and slouching as he walked. But the person in front of her had a straight posture, was neat, handsome, and full of spirit!
"Sister Chuxia..." First greeting Chuxia, Lin Chuqiu then looked at Lin Chuchun, "Chuchun, how come you brought Sister Chuxia here? Are Uncle and Aunt in the car?"
"Mhm."
Just as Lin Chuchun responded, Lin Chuqiu quickly ran towards the car while mumbling, "I’ll go greet Uncle and Aunt first."
Lin Baohe and Zhao Yulan originally didn’t want to get out of the car. After all, Lin Chuqiu was a junior, and their impression of him from the village was just average. They intended for Chuxia and Chuchun to go over and say a few words and then depart. But now that Chuqiu had run over, they could no longer pretend not to see him.
The couple exchanged a glance and got out of the car together. The two little ones left in the car got anxious, extending their little hands to pat the car window forcefully. Chuxia stepped forward amusedly, "What’s wrong, afraid you’ll be left behind?"
"Mommy..."
The two little ones looked pitifully at Chuxia, as aggrieved as could be. The person who originally planned to tease the children suddenly softened her heart and hugged the two little ones with her arms, "Alright, alright, don’t worry. Such well-behaved little treasures like you, no one can leave you behind, right?"
"Mhm." Nannan immediately nodded, then reached out and hugged Chuxia’s neck, giving her a kiss on the cheek. Beibei, seeing his brother had gone first, hurriedly stuck his head towards Chuxia’s embrace...
"You little rascal..." Chuxia smiled helplessly, "Your brother lets you have your way with everything, and still you’re not content..."
"Sister Chuxia..." Chuqiu came over with a sheepish smile, "Uncle and Aunt have all gone inside, why don’t you bring the kids inside for a look too? The house isn’t spacious, but it’s fairly clean. Why don’t you come inside for some water, okay?"
"Alright." Chuxia nodded with a smile in response. She also wanted to see how Chuqiu was doing, "Is Chunni at home?" Chuxia asked.
"Mhm." Chuqiu nodded, "She’s three months pregnant. My father-in-law and mother-in-law were afraid of any mishap, so they didn’t let her go to work. They initially wanted to stay here to take care of her, but living here was really inconvenient, so they’ve gone back first."
Speaking of which, the two had already entered the house. Seeing Chuxia, Chunni smiled and nodded at her, "Come in and sit..." Then she directed her gaze at Nannan and Beibei, her eyes showing envy, "Chuxia, your two sons are really good-looking. I’ve grown up, and this is my first time seeing such handsome little boys. When they grow up, how many girls will they enchant?"
It’s inappropriate to flatter your own children along with others, but belittling them seems a bit dishonest. Chuxia just gently rubbed the twins’ heads, "Nannan, Beibei, call your little aunt."
"Little aunt." The twins greeted in unison, their bright eyes full of smiles as they looked at Chunni. Already fond of adorable kids, Chunni was immediately smitten by their cuteness and crouched down before the little ones to give each a kiss.
"Get up quickly, look at you, still not being cautious..." Lin Chuqiu hurriedly stepped forward to help Chunni up, carefully rubbing her back, "Didn’t the doctor say, your fetus isn’t stable, you have to be extra cautious, no bending, no leaning, and can’t suddenly sit up when in bed. How could you forget so quickly?"
"I haven’t forgotten, I just love these two little ones. They are too adorable and too smart..." Chunni reached out to pat her own belly, "If our child can be even half as beautiful and smart as them, I’ll be completely satisfied!" (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation or monthly ticket on Qidian (qidian.com). Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please read at m.qidian.com.)