Reborn as a Rich Woman in the Eighties
Chapter 622 - 621: The more grateful you were before, the more dissatisfied you are now!

Chapter 622: Chapter 621: The more grateful you were before, the more dissatisfied you are now!

Lin Aijia had not yet left the residential complex with Yu Hongli when they encountered Lin Xia, who had ridden over on her bicycle.

The three of them met, and naturally, they all understood what the situation was.

Lin Xia got off her bike and glanced at the black cloth bag Yu Hongli was carrying and Lin Aijia, whose eyes were red as if she had been crying.

She quickly asked, "Aunt! What are you..."

Lin Xia used her eyes to question Yu Hongli about what was happening, concerned that the way he was handling the bag indicated they had had a dispute.

Yu Hongli shook his head slightly at her.

Instead of answering, Lin Aijia, with a harsh tone, asked her, "Lin Xia! What are you doing here? Are you worried that I would start a fight with them?"

She had been full of gratitude toward her niece, after all, none of the other Lin Family members could convince her to do anything, yet she had helped her son quite a bit on her own.

Not only had she introduced Yu Hongli to prospective partners, but she also arranged for a friend’s car to help with the bridal procession during his wedding.

Whenever she thought back to the scene on that day, she felt enormously proud, making her family stand out among neighbors, friends, and relatives!

However, as grateful as she once was, she was now equally discontented!

Lin Xia, knowing full well about Luo Yue’s relation to her father-in-law, still introduced her to her son.

Her foolish son had taken a liking to Luo Yue and certainly wouldn’t have cared about anything else.

Lin Xia could see that Lin Aijia was upset, and while she understood her feelings, she was not inclined to hold back.

"Yes! I was afraid you all would start a dispute, so I came to see! Aunt! And I still hold to what I said before, Luo Yue is in her confinement period, and any issues should be addressed after that is over!"

Lin Aijia stared straight at Lin Xia and finally softened her tone, "Lin Xia! Don’t worry! Your aunt here still has some sense!"

Indeed, she had considered using this situation to manipulate that mother and daughter, but having her son coldly lay things out for her had changed her mind.

She knew, for others if not for her son, she would have to grit her teeth and swallow her pride.

Because she knew that her son couldn’t live without Luo Yue.

But Luo Yue was not bound to him in the same way!

"That’s good to hear!" Lin Xia had been anxious all the way here, not knowing whether Lin Aijia would confront Luo Yue and her family about the illegitimate daughter.

Walking with a somber expression, Lin Aijia proceeded, while Lin Xia followed alongside with her bicycle, communicating with Yu Hongli with glances rather than words.

All three of them arrived at the station together.

After seeing Lin Aijia off on the coach, Lin Xia asked Yu Hongli, "Brother Hongli! Did my aunt say anything when she got home? Why did she leave so quickly?"

Yu Hongli gave a bitter smile, "She didn’t say much when she got home, but she dragged me out of the house and lectured me! My mom was persuaded to leave! If she hadn’t, a dispute would’ve been inevitable sooner or later!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Xia visibly relaxed, "Yeah! It’s better that she left! At least it’ll give her some time to cool down!"

Yu Hongli walked alongside Lin Xia’s bicycle, "Exactly! That’s what I was thinking! Luo Yue is innocent, and she didn’t want to have such a background.

If my mom brought this up, Luo Yue would undoubtedly be heartbroken and angry!

Lin Xia! Luo Yue and the others don’t know yet that my mom has found out! Could you please not say anything for now? I don’t want Luo Yue’s confinement to be affected!"

"Brother Hongli, don’t worry! I won’t say a word!"

Lin Xia had not expected the normally unremarkable Yu Hongli to be able to handle a critical situation like this; it was truly commendable.

And his care for Luo Yue touched her deeply.

This was enough to prove that he truly cared for Luo Yue.

Yu Hongli knew that Lin Xia was reliable in getting things done, and he had nothing to worry about.

He glanced at his watch, "Lin Xia! You should head home! I need to rush back too!"

"Alright! Then I’ll disappear!" With those words, Lin Xia and Yu Hongli parted ways.

Only after Lin Xia had ridden away on her bike did Yu Hongli dare to let his worried and troubled expression show.

He had indeed persuaded his mother to leave for the time being.

But this matter wouldn’t stay hidden forever; it was bound to come out sooner or later.

When that time came, he didn’t know what kind of situation he would face or what to do.

However, he was determined about one belief, and that was to ensure that Luo Yue would not be wronged.

She had suffered so much with her mother over the years. Now that she was married to him, he was determined to make her happy.

Yu Hongli, deep in his thoughts as he walked with his head down, suddenly heard someone calling his name.

When he looked up following the voice, he saw Luo Xinyan standing by the side of the road.

Surprised, he said, "Mom! What are you doing here?"

Luo Xinyan tugged at the corners of her mouth with a smile, "I came out to buy some meat! It’s just in time to meet you!"

"Mom! Let me carry it for you!" Yu Hongli said as he took a piece of meat from her hands.

As Luo Xinyan walked beside him, she asked straightforwardly, "Hongli! Why did your mother suddenly leave? I’m sure it wasn’t because she ran into a neighbor!"

Yu Hongli’s Adam’s apple bobbed. He had intended not to even tell Luo Xinyan, but on second thought, it was better to let her know first, so she could be mentally prepared.

"Mom! It’s true, she didn’t run into any neighbors! It’s just that..." He found it difficult to continue as the words reached his lips.

Luo Xinyan fell silent, staring intently at him, waiting for him to continue.

"It’s just that... you know..." Yu Hongli was aware of the entanglement between his mother-in-law and Lu Pengcheng, which is why he changed the way he referred to him, "Lin Xia’s father-in-law came to help with the baby, and then my aunt noticed that Luo Yue resembled him;

She quietly mentioned it to my mom! My mom became curious and made some inquiries... and found out about Luo Yue’s background..."

Luo Xinyan’s complexion drastically changed, and she slightly staggered.

She had suspected that something must have prompted Lin Aijia to suddenly decide to leave, but she never imagined it would be this.

She pressed him, "Your mother left because of this?"

Yu Hongli knew at this moment he could only reveal half-truths, "Yes! My mom felt she couldn’t accept it all at once, and then she was afraid that bringing up this matter would upset Luo Yue, and she would not be able to finish her postnatal care properly, so she decided to go back first!

But with my dad alone at home, she is really worried! She has never been away for so many days! I guess my dad has been messing up meals every day!"

Luo Xinyan struggled to suppress the constant churning bitterness inside her, she never regretted giving birth to her daughter!

Because of her daughter, she found the strength to strive on in life, rather than living dull and dimly without any hope for the future.

Because of her daughter, she had many moments of joy, instead of being trapped in painful memories with Lu Pengcheng.

But now, with her daughter’s background exposed to her in-laws, she felt waves of panic and unease.

She couldn’t help but resent Lu Pengcheng’s sudden arrival, and blamed herself for not flatly refusing his visit to see the child.

But no matter what she said now, it was too late—Lin Aijia already knew everything.

She had eaten more salt in her life than Yu Hongli had eaten rice, how could she not tell he was lying?

The evasive look in Lin Aijia’s eyes and the forced emotions were very revealing.

Yu Hongli, concerned, asked, "Mom! Are you alright?"