Wen Qiao understood after hearing her mother's words; her mother wanted to help Lü Qian and nurture her to become successful.

Wen Qiao didn't object to her mother doing things she felt were meaningful. That's how people are; if they have a little money, they'll want to help those they feel sorry for.

But Wen Qiao had to analyze it for her. What if Lü Qian seemed okay now, but who knows what might happen later?

Another point is that, apart from the sick cousin and not including Lü Qian, Wen Qiao's mother also has three nieces.

If we only help Lü Qian, won't the others feel resentful?

Wen Qiao looked at her mother and earnestly analyzed these issues with her.

"Mom, I never interfere with what you want to do or what you're going to do. I'm just worried that your kindness now might cause you trouble in the future."

Lu Yazhi was also a bit carried away. When she received Lu Qian's call and heard Lu Qian say those things with such concern for her, Lu Yazhi immediately felt that this girl was quite good. She thought that she had some money on hand now and would help her out.

You can tell the mother is conflicted.

When a person is caught in a dilemma, that's when they really want to do something.

Wen Qiao didn't try to persuade her any further, but instead said:

"Mom, how about this? Don't suggest bringing her to Beicheng to study. Just give her more money every month. That way, her three younger sisters can all be sent to school. If they are good at studying and can graduate, that's their achievement. If they aren't, then the money is gone, and it will save you from worrying about them all the time."

“If we send them all to school, Lü Qian can continue her studies. But there’s one thing: if she really doesn’t get into high school or university, she’ll be an adult by then and able to support herself, so please leave her alone.”

Wen Qiao was afraid her mother wouldn't understand, so she said, "Now you're supporting their education. If they're filial in the future, then there's nothing more to say; it'll be worth it for you to have raised them. But if they're ungrateful and forget your kindness, you won't be too heartbroken if you don't bring them to live with you."

Lü Yazhi nodded.

She came to Wen Qiao to talk about these things because she couldn't make up her mind.

Hearing her daughter's words, Lü Yazhi thought that this would work too.

“Then I won’t go back. I’ll write her a letter and explain everything in it.”

"Sponsoring the education of these younger children shouldn't cost much money."

Lu Yazhi thought about what Lu Qian had told her. Besides studying, she would also do some handicrafts with her younger sister. She was so sensible, she would definitely be a filial and responsible person in the future.

In fact, Wen Qiao had an even deeper worry.

Human greed.

Lü Qian called her mother, describing herself as so sensible and obedient.

She felt that something was amiss.

Of course, Wen Qiao didn't hear Lü Qian's phone call herself; she only heard what her mother said. What if it was just her mother's one-sided account, and Lü Qian didn't say it that way?

Therefore, Wen Qiao did not make a hasty decision assuming that Lü Qian had ulterior motives.

I'll make a decision after I have the opportunity to meet with them in the future.

Lu Yazhi also gained a pillar of support from Wen Qiao, and then left. When she left, she told Wu Suowei to go home early in the afternoon and not to wait until dark.

Wu Suowei nodded and continued playing with the toys Wen Qiao had brought from abroad with Da Bao and Er Bao.

Lü Yazhi left quickly. Shen Jichuan had just come out of the study after handling some matters and left as soon as he saw his mother-in-law.

"What did Mom want to see you about? You left in such a hurry, why didn't you stay for a meal?"

Wen Qiao said with a smile, "She's not in the mood to eat here right now."

My adoptive grandmother is dead.

Judging from Wen Qiao's words and expression, she was truly not sad or upset at all.

But Shen Jichuan still asked, "Do I need to go to the funeral?"

“I’m not going,” Wen Qiao said, glancing at Shen Jichuan. “My mom also said she’s not going. That old woman was very scheming before, and my mom doesn’t have any feelings for her.”

"It's my uncle's daughters. I feel like they've become a burden on my mother. I can't say this to her directly."

"My mom is getting old now and is starting to crave those few remaining family ties."

Wen Qiao wasn't stupid; she could naturally see through this.

But she couldn't directly criticize her mother's niece.

After all, those younger cousins ​​weren't really clinging to him relentlessly.

So far, it seems that her mother has been willing and proactive in giving these gifts.

Shen Jichuan said, "It's normal. People will suddenly have an emotional awakening when they reach a certain age."

"And what about you?" Wen Qiao countered, "Do you miss your relatives right now? I remember your aunt..."

"Don't mention her. I don't have any emotional attachment to her. Right now, I'm content just having you and the children by my side."

"Wen Qiao, should we... remarry?"

Shen Jichuan stayed in the study a little longer than usual. Besides handling work matters, Minister Yang also called him personally to ask if Comrade Wen Qiao had told him about remarrying.

If Minister Yang hadn't reminded him, Shen Jichuan would have forgotten that he and Wen Qiao are currently divorced.

She had a son after the divorce, which doesn't seem to conflict with the birth policy.

Given the special nature of Wen Qiao's mission, this matter was handled as a special case and had no impact on Wen Qiao's or Shen Jichuan's work.

Minister Yang also stated that the existence of the child will not affect their work after their remarriage.

Shen Jichuan then asked Wen Qiao.

Actually, Shen Jichuan had another concern: he was getting old, while Wen Qiao was in the prime of her twenties.

She successfully completed a task that would guarantee her a smooth career for the rest of her life. As long as she didn't make any major mistakes, Wen Qiao's job would be absolutely problem-free.

He became the deputy director of the Information Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in his early twenties, and his future looks promising.

Her future holds many possibilities.

After asking this question, Shen Jichuan looked at Wen Qiao and saw that she was just looking at him quietly. He assumed that Wen Qiao was also hesitant about remarrying.

He then said, "Don't put too much pressure on us. If you really feel that now is not the right time, we can postpone it, or we don't have to remarry."

If they don't remarry, Wen Qiao can leave whenever she wants.

He had no choice but to force Wen Qiao to stay, nor did he have any reason to do so.

Wen Qiao frowned, her eyes scrutinizing Shen Jichuan.

"Old Shen, if I'm not going to remarry you, why should I live with you? Have you never really thought about living a good life with me?"

“No, Wen Qiao. You’ve always known what I think. I just feel that everything about you is just right now. You’re successful in your career, you have money, and you’re not tied down by marriage.”

"This would be the best outcome for any woman."