Chapter 613 - Chapter 613: Chapter Six Hundred and Nineteenth (2/2)
As for the integrity of his Father, Brother Xing had indeed considered this issue, especially since Dad had remarried and taken several concubines in their previous life.
Seeing Su Wenyue starting to speak, Chen Li remembered the children were still present, realizing it wasn’t really appropriate to discuss such matters, especially given the children’s reactions, which were indeed heart-wrenching. She didn’t want the children to bear so much at a young age, so she joined in persuading, “Brother Xing, do as your Mother says, and take your younger brother and sister back first, okay? The matter Auntie wants to talk about is some outside business, not suitable for children to know.”
Brother Xing hated his age once more; he wasn’t really a child, and naturally didn’t want to be treated like one.
“Aunt Chen, I’m not little anymore. I’ve already been studying with a tutor and understand many principles. Moreover, now that Father isn’t here, I am the eldest son in the family. Sometimes, Father also tells me about outside matters. You just say whatever you need to say,” he insisted.
Chen Li found it endearing to see Brother Xing acting like a little adult. If the upcoming discussion weren’t so inappropriate, she would really like to keep this clever young one with her.
“Alright, alright, Aunt Chen knows you’ve grown up and become sensible. But the matter I’m about to discuss is a secret between your Mother and me, and not suitable for you to hear. Everyone has their own secrets, and with you two being so smart and understanding, I believe you can surely empathize, right?” she cajoled.
Still using that patronizing tone with children, Brother Xing felt frustrated but couldn’t find the words to argue back against Chen Li, his gaze turning toward Mother. Seeing the clear disagreement in Mother’s eyes, his heart sank, but he still wanted to try once more, he really wasn’t at ease, “Mother, I…”
“That’s enough, Brother Xing. Mother knows you’re a sensible and filial child, but some matters are between adults. Taking good care of your younger brother and sister is helping Mother enough. Be obedient!” Su Wenyue emphasized the last two words, clearly resolute.
Seeing Mother’s firm stance, Brother Xing knew she would not change her mind, and nodded somewhat dejectedly.
“Don’t worry, nothing bad will happen here. Even if there is anything, I still have the three of you as siblings, and for your sake, I will stay strong. Besides, I believe in your Father,” Su Wenyue knew Brother Xing was worried about her, and couldn’t bear to let him worry. She stroked his head to comfort him.
Hearing Su Wenyue’s words, the worry on Brother Xing’s face finally eased somewhat, and he obediently took his younger brother and sister out.
“These three children are really sensible, and just looking at them warms the heart. Having such children is your blessing, Madam Han. For women, children are indeed the most important. Isn’t that right, Madam Han?” Chen Li tried to offer some comfort to Su Wenyue in advance, as Su Wenyue’s tone had clearly shown she still had faith in Han Yu. Chen Li hoped Su Wenyue wouldn’t be too heartbroken upon realizing Han Yu’s betrayal.
“Now that the children have left, Miss Chen, feel free to speak your mind; there’s no need to hold back,” she urged.
“Then I’ll speak frankly. Sister Yue, don’t be too heartbroken. After all, who can live without whom in this world? Besides, Sister Yue, you have three such sensible children. As for men, you don’t need to take them too seriously. Just take the man I had my eye on, for instance. He’s the epitome of unfaithfulness and indifference. He has eyes only for his career and nothing else. General Han is still better than him,” Chen Li said, using a term of endearment to provide some comfort to Su Wenyue in advance.
Hearing this, Su Wenyue knew that Chen Li meant well; otherwise, why would she compare herself? Her expression softened a bit, “If Miss Chen doesn’t mind, I’ll call you Lady Li. Lady Li, I know you mean well. Please speak frankly; I can take it.”