novelraw Chapter 467 - 465: Godparent
Chapter 467 - 465: Godparent
Zhang Dandan felt a bit resentful towards Liang Hongmei for asking her to come at noon, especially since it wasn’t a Sunday. Alas, she couldn’t see Lin Yinghui. Not even a trace of Han Yi.She felt that things couldn’t go on like this; she had to get Lin Yinghui into bed soon.
Recently, she discovered a neighbor living next door, a fellow townsperson. The neighbor claimed to have married back home. One night, Zhang Dandan accidentally saw a man in green military uniform enter her house. He didn’t leave until the next morning.
That man was clearly not from her hometown. He must be an officer.
After spending two months here, Zhang Dandan figured out that regardless of how good a woman’s family is, as long as she’s pretty and knows how to charm people, she can always find herself a good match.
Look at Lin Wan and the neighbor; both married military officers. Although officers can’t often be at home, the man next door didn’t even return for his wife’s childbirth, but their life isn’t bad.
During her confinement, she even hired someone to take care of her, and there’s chicken to eat at every meal. Her life is no different than that of a well-off lady from the past.
She had thought it over—if she couldn’t fix things with Lin Yinghui here, she’d find someone outside who’s richer, perhaps someone local. He must be better than Han Yi and Lin Yinghui.
She just doesn’t believe it; she’s just as good-looking as the city girls with a little grooming.
Just look at her aunt. Before, in the village, every time she saw her aunt’s family, they were dressed in patched clothes, working in the fields all day with red and black sunburned faces and coarse skin. Now, look at her aunt, her skin is fair and she doesn’t have a single wrinkle at over forty, wearing a knitted sweater Lin Wan made for her. Her image is like that of a cultured city professor. I heard her aunt even studied for a year.
Standing together with Lin Wan, at first glance they really look like sisters.
So, finding a wealthy city man shouldn’t be difficult.
In the span of a meal, Liang Hongmei and Lin Wan had no idea what Zhang Dandan was plotting!
After the meal, to prevent Zhang Dandan from roaming around the house, Liang Hongmei directly took her to the shop.
In the afternoon, after her brother came back, Lin Wan brought a few clothes and left half an hour early to give them to Grandma and Aunt Jin. Follow current ɴᴏᴠᴇʟs on novel_fіre.net
Tan Aixiang was overjoyed when she saw Lin Wan also brought her a piece of clothing.
She immediately wrapped several good soaps for her to take home.
Lin Wan thought it rare; since her cousin’s wife took over Grandma’s craft, Lin Wan rarely took soap from here. Afraid her cousin’s wife wouldn’t be happy. It’s actually the first time her cousin’s wife took the initiative to give her soap.
Alas, compared to her big aunt, her cousin’s wife is better at handling people, and she’s clever too.
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In the evening, Liang Qian was in the room trying on the clothes Lin Wan had given her, admiring herself in the wardrobe mirror.
"Hongmei’s two kids are both good. Look at Xiao Wan’s clever hands; she knits so beautifully."
"Mm, it’s nice. It’s a steal for Han Yi, that boy. If we had known the Liang Family earlier, I would definitely have had Xiao Jun hurry up. Maybe Xiao Wan would be our daughter-in-law now."
Old Mei’s words earned him a scowl from Liang Qian. "Always daydreaming; when we met them, Xiao Wan hadn’t married Han Yi yet. Xiao Jun also saw Xiao Wan, but in the end, wasn’t it Han Yi’s luck?"
His wife’s words made Mei Shuqing frown. "After all, our family lacks daughters."
Liang Qian paused, confused, her eyes wide with disbelief. "How did this suddenly involve daughters?"
"If I had two daughters, one could marry Han Yi, and the other could marry Yinghui. Then I’d have two good sons-in-law in hand!"
Liang Qian retorted with a laugh, "You wouldn’t be thinking of sending Xiao Jun to Lin Wan next, making everyone happy?"
"That wouldn’t be bad," Mei Shuqing found nothing wrong with it.
Liang Qian turned away in exasperation, refusing to deal with him, showing how childish he was. Previously, his brains were quick in battles, but now all have been swallowed back into his stomach.
After a moment, Liang Qian remarked, "I say, Hongmei is a nice person. Now that her kids are grown, she should consider her own matters. The other day, I thought she fitted well with your comrade."
"You’re talking about Old Lin?"
"Yeah, exactly."
Mei Shuqing shook his head with regret, "I saw the old couple from the Lin Family secretly wanted to find him someone. But who would have thought he’d say he was married before."
"Eh, his memory returned?"
"Partially, just some work-related things. Personal memories are fuzzy. The only thing he remembered was that he was married before, but with whom, or where, he couldn’t recall."
Liang Qian laughed indifferently, "Maybe your comrade just didn’t want to date and lied to the Lin Family people."
"Who knows. When I go back this time, I’ll chat with him and see what he’s up to."
"As for Old Lin, he’s been awake for about a year now, right? How has his work been arranged?"
Mei Shuqing frowned slightly, "After sleeping for so many years, he’s quite unfamiliar with military affairs. Having been at the Kyoto Military District for the past half year, there should be a result soon."
"Alas, I really didn’t have a sister to talk to in the Kyoto Mansion. This time coming here and meeting Hongmei’s family, it’s suddenly sad to leave now."
"There’s nothing to regret; just keep in touch via phone. I saw that Xiao Wan’s family has a phone. I’ve got to go to the squad for two more days, and when I’m back, we’ll leave."
"Mm, I know." ... Because she’s leaving, Liang Qian has been hogging Little Star without letting go these past two days, which made Liang Hongmei somewhat jealous on the side. "You love kids so much, why don’t you let your son marry a wife to give you a grandchild? Instead of holding my Little Star all day."
"I want to, but my son is stubborn and doesn’t listen to me at all. Unlike your two kids, who are both obedient and sensible, I really envy you."
"I should have given birth to a few more when I was young; then I wouldn’t envy you now," Liang Hongmei laughed.
"Oh, I wanted that too. But back then, my father-in-law and mother-in-law had sensitive identities, and it wasn’t easy to move around. Fortunately, both Old Mei and his brother were in the squad, not affected much, but life wasn’t easy. Old Mei was often away for battles. And I was both worried and working while taking care of the child. How could I be in the mood to have more kids? This dragged on for years, and I got older. Didn’t think about wanting more kids.... Sister Liang, we’re fated. I like Xiao Wan and Xiao Hui both. How about recognizing them as godchildren? I’ll have both a son and a daughter now, plus an extra granddaughter." The more Liang Qian thought about it, the better she felt, joyfully slapping her thigh, she added, "It’s a good idea, what do you think, Sister Liang?"
"This might not be appropriate," their family wouldn’t dare to climb high!
Their family is full of officers, their son is accomplished, and in the Capital City, they’re well-to-do. They’re just rural folks from the countryside.
"Why not, sis, don’t feel burdened. In fact, Old Mei and I have benefited from you. Every son, daughter, and son-in-law is excellent. In the future, there’s no way any of them will be lacking."
Liang Qian’s words weren’t just empty praise. Her son was a university graduate, assigned to the government right after graduation, ensuring a good future path.
Her daughter is smart, knows how to earn money, and married a promising husband.
No need to even mention Han Yi. Old Mei had his eye on him early, but sadly they didn’t have a daughter, couldn’t be the in-laws. Later, wanted to acknowledge him as a godson, but Han Yi simply didn’t agree.
Now, it’s great; she not only gained a pair of kids but also snagged Han Yi as her son-in-law.
The more Liang Qian thought about it, the better it seemed. Afraid Liang Hongmei might refuse, she pulled her to Lin Wan’s courtyard to ask for Lin Wan’s opinion. Lin Wan was left dazed by their questioning.
"Goddaughter?"
"Yes, Aunt Liang wants to acknowledge you and your brother as family." Liang Hongmei felt it was an honor to have a good family wanting to bond with them, showing they value them.
What Aunt Liang said was also true; her son, daughter, and son-in-law were all good. It was admirable.
Their family wasn’t easy to come by alone; having a backing would be good too.
With the son and daughter grown, matters like this depended on their opinions.
"This might not be appropriate," Lin Wan smiled awkwardly; it wasn’t about climbing higher but thinking of Mei Shuping and Mei Shuqing’s relationship.