Lu Xiaohua was stunned. Her mother's words were like a revelation, making her start to reflect on this "love" that had exhausted her physically and mentally.

The images of Wang Qingnian's sweet words and domineering behavior flashed through her mind, and a feeling of suffocation came over her heart.

Is this love?

Shen Qiqi watched her daughter lost in thought, gently stroking her hair without saying anything else.

The kitchen was quiet, with only the ticking sound of the wall clock, as if knocking on Lu Xiaohua's heart.

Lu Qing stood aside, watching his wife deal with their daughter's affairs. He was proud of Shen Qiqi's wisdom and patience, and was also pleased with his daughter's growth.

He gently put his arm around Shen Qiqi's shoulders and whispered in her ear: "Wife, you are awesome."

Shen Qiqi leaned on him, feeling his warmth and strength, her heart filled with happiness and security.

She knew that no matter what difficulties they encountered, they could face them together as a family and overcome them together.

Old Mrs. Lu looked at the heartwarming scene in front of her and a relieved smile appeared on her face.

Although she has traditional ideas, she still respects Shen Qiqi's opinions very much when it comes to educating her children.

It was late at night, and Lu Xiaohua lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep.

The figure of Wang Qingnian lingered in her mind, but she began to realize that this relationship might not be what she wanted.

She remembered her mother's words, and her mind gradually became clear.

The next morning, Lu Xiaohua got up early and went to the kitchen, where she saw Shen Qiqi preparing breakfast.

She walked to her mother and whispered, "Mom, I want to..."

Shen Qiqi looked at her daughter, "Have you thought it through?"

Lu Xiaohua nodded firmly, "Yes, I've thought about it."

Lu Xiaohua took a deep breath, her eyes gleaming with newfound determination. "Mom, I want to put my feelings aside for now and focus on my studies. I want to get into college. I want a better future."

Shen Qiqi smiled with relief, hugged her daughter, and whispered softly in her ear: "Good girl, Mom supports you! You can do it!" A warm current surged into Lu Xiaohua's heart, dispelling the haze of the past few days.

She felt full of strength, as if she had returned to her carefree and dreamy self.

In the next few days, Lu Xiaohua seemed like a different person and plunged into the ocean of learning.

She was no longer gloomy, but full of energy. The positive atmosphere emanated from her and infected everyone around her.

Seeing the changes in her granddaughter, Mrs. Lu was delighted.

Although she didn't say it, her attitude towards Shen Qiqi had obviously changed, and she no longer made things difficult for her like before.

One day, Mrs. Lu poured Shen Qiqi a cup of tea for the first time and said meaningfully, "Qiqi, it seems you still have some skills." Shen Qiqi took the teacup and smiled lightly, "Mom, this is all for the good of the child."

However, just as the whole family was immersed in the joy of Lu Xiaohua regaining her confidence, new challenges quietly arrived.

During dinner, Lu Qing's face looked a little solemn. He seemed to want to say something but hesitated. He swallowed his words back several times when he wanted to speak.

Shen Qiqi noticed her husband's abnormality and asked with concern: "Qing, what's wrong? Just tell me if you have anything to say."

Lu Qing sighed and finally spoke: "The teacher from school called today..." Before he finished speaking, Lu Xiaohua asked nervously: "Brother, what happened?" Lu Qing hesitated for a moment and said: "The teacher said...Xiaohu has been in school recently..." He paused, his eyes fell on Shen Qiqi's face, and his tone was heavy, "His grades have dropped again..."