I Got Rich in Period Fiction-Chapter 557 - 551: Dead Weight

Chu Ying hadn’t been at the base; she was transferred away eight months ago and had just completed her task. It was only now that Qiao Qingyu learned that during this past half-year, it turns out Chu Ying had been with He Xiuwen.

Moreover, Chu Ying planned to move in with He Xiuwen.

As Chu Ying spoke these words, her cheeks were unusually red, and she seemed hesitant to look at Qiao Qingyu.

Qiao Qingyu smiled and said, "You guys kept it quite tight, now you’re even talking about marriage..."

Chu Ying hurriedly explained, "Not exactly, we just want to coordinate our work first. Besides, I grew up in Yun City."

At this point, Chu Ying paused, "Qingyu, actually, at first, I was ready to back out. Rongrong is doing very well with you, and you and Chief Engineer He are like her parents. She never sees herself as your niece, even a stranger like me can see that. I thought, if I really pursued He Xiuwen and he liked me back, then we would definitely talk about marriage and forming a family. Then, I would want to have Rongrong come live with us..."

She paused again, then continued, "But at that time, my job was simply not suitable for starting a family. I was so busy with work; how could I find time to take care of Rongrong? It might even add burden to the child, which is not what I wanted. Yet, unexpectedly, my job took me to Yun City, and coincidentally, Brother He was also involved in my work tasks..."

Chu Ying felt too embarrassed to continue.

But even without her saying it, Qiao Qingyu understood what was implied—over these several months, the two had fallen for each other.

To be honest, Qiao Qingyu was happy to see this happen. fɾēewebnσveℓ.com

It’s not that He Xiuwen had to settle down; if not meeting the right person, it’s better as of now rather than ending up like another resentful couple like Liu Ge. But if he had met the right person, why not join hands and spend a life together?

Nowadays, girls are independent and strong, but having a loved one by their side brings a different flavor to life.

With love, life has hope.

A life filled with hope also makes people feel that their existence is full of charm and motivation.

Qiao Qingyu asked Chu Ying, "So you mean to settle down in Yun City and then have Rongrong join you, but have you set a time? And have you considered Rongrong is already in her second year of junior high?"

"All of these have been considered. I’ve already checked out the schools in Yun City. With Rongrong’s academic performance, they would certainly welcome her. It’s just that I feel this matter shouldn’t be mine to tell. It should be Brother He coming back and talking to Rongrong personally. Qingyu, do you think my thinking is correct?"

Qiao Qingyu thought about it and believed it really should be He Xiuwen addressing the matter with Rongrong personally.

But Qiao Qingyu was somewhat worried.

"Rongrong is actually quite sensitive inside. If it was her dad talking to her, she would definitely think, ’After all this time, Aunt Chu knew everything, yet she pretended nothing was wrong and kept it from me.’"

Chu Ying also worried, "Yes, that’s what I thought too. That child will definitely feel that I’m playing mind games with her."

That’s the drawback of living in the same research complex.

However, Chu Ying quickly perked up, "Some things become complicated only when people overthink them. As long as my conscience is clear, there shouldn’t be any problem."

"If you think there’s no problem, then there’s no problem," said Qiao Qingyu.

After Chu Ying left, Qiao Qingyu discussed the matter with He Xiuyu.

He Xiuyu frowned, "I haven’t been in contact with my brother for a while."

This matter should have been addressed by He Xiuwen, but it was Chu Ying who came back and spoke about it.

No choice, their relationship was a bit special, living together.

Chu Ying could arguably not tell Rongrong, not telling He Xiuyu was not really an issue, but not telling Qiao Qingyu would have been improper.

The two might become sisters-in-law in the future, and about Chu Ying’s pursuit of He Xiuwen, Qiao Qingyu knew it all, even before He Xiuyu did.

Chu Ying could keep it from everyone else, but could not keep it from Qiao Qingyu.

But after knowing, Qiao Qingyu would definitely discuss with He Xiuyu.

So it came full circle back again.

Qiao Qingyu said, "Don’t overthink this, we’ll just see whether Rongrong will be in Yun City or Xichuan after they get married, that’s enough."

He Xiuyu had some reservations.

His elder brother was a good brother, a good team leader, but not a good father.

But Qiao Qingyu’s words also made sense, not to complicate simple matters, especially among brothers.

If Chu Ying had stayed in Lin City, he would have definitely heard about it from his elder brother.

So, no one was to blame.

Qiao Qingyu said, "Objectively speaking, I hope Rongrong will take her university exams here, although the conditions here can’t compare with Yun City, they are not dramatically worse."

He Xiuyu pondered for a moment and said, "Let’s wait for elder brother to come back before discussing it."

Qiao Qingyu then dropped the topic. He Xiuwen arrived at the Tenghai Research Base a week after Chu Ying returned to her unit.

He Xiuwen took the matter very seriously and explained everything to his daughter in detail.

He Xuerong’s expression changed repeatedly; although she was prepared, to tell the truth, she still felt a bit uncomfortable.

Especially over the past week, she saw Aunt Chu every day.

But Aunt Chu never mentioned it.

What did that mean?

Was everyone aware of it and just hiding it from her?

Why hide it from her?

Was it because they thought she was a burden?

Thinking about this, He Xuerong’s expression worsened, and her eyes reddened.

She said to He Xiuwen, "Sister Jiaojiao was admitted to Imperial University from our school, I want to follow in her footsteps."

Without even considering, He Xiuwen said, "Alright, Rongrong, we’ll do as you wish."

He Xuerong looked at He Xiuwen strangely, "Dad, what about Aunt Chu? Are you not getting married anymore?"

He Xuerong was precocious and understood a lot. Each time her mother and Uncle Wu were sweet together, she felt sorry for her dad. She also hoped that her dad would have a woman by his side to share affection, just like her little uncle and little aunt.

After getting to know Chu Ying, she truly got along well with her.

Earlier, her thoughts had skewed, but actually, Aunt Chu was a good person, simple-minded, transparent, and pure, without any complications, and that’s why she liked being with her.

Besides, Aunt Chu was prettier than her mother and deserved her dad.

Although she had some reservations about Chu Ying just now, hearing what her dad said, Rongrong felt she was being a bit unfair to Aunt Chu.

"The two of us have discussed it, and everything will be based on your opinion. If you like it here, dad will arrange to move to Xichuan."

He Xuerong hesitated for a moment, "But dad, don’t you have a great dream? Isn’t your great dream about to be realized..."

He Xiuwen patted his daughter’s head, his eyes full of affection, tenderness, and mostly guilt.

"Your dad owes you a lot. Compared with my dreams, my daughter is very important too."