Chapter 75 Honest and Dutiful

Su Yufeng frowned, not entirely agreeing with her daughter's words, and unhappily shook off Lin Maihe's hand.

"How can you talk like that, child? We've been neighbors for a long time, we see each other all the time, and we'll have to deal with each other a lot in the future. How can you be so rude?"

Lin Maihe snorted and curled her lip, her face full of disdain.

“Their family is all shameless, what’s there to be afraid of? Besides, I’m not targeting anyone, I’m just telling the truth.”

"Alright, alright, everyone stop talking!"

Finally, Lin Yuanfeng, who had been silent for a long time, spoke up to interrupt the argument.

"Yu Feng, let's go to the kitchen together to prepare dinner. The children have been running around all day, they must be hungry."

After saying that, he called out to his son who was sitting to one side.

"Li An, come and help too."

After the three people went into the kitchen, only Qiao Wanyin and Lin Maihe remained in the dining room.

Lin Maihe gently moved to Qiao Wanyin's side and said in a low voice, "Sister-in-law, don't take it to heart. My mother is just too trusting of appearances and can't see through that person's true nature."

Then she added another sentence.

“I grew up with her, so I know her thoughts better than anyone else. She’s a master strategist.”

As Qiao Wanyin listened to Lin Maihe's words of defense, a warm feeling welled up in her heart.

"Thank you so much, Xiao He, for always protecting me."

"Is there any need to say anything more?"

Lin Maihe smiled.

“You are my brother’s future wife, so of course I have to stand by my brother’s side. Besides, I genuinely believe you are a good person and shouldn’t be misunderstood.”

As she spoke, her expression softened a little.

"Besides, I can tell that my brother likes you a lot."

Upon hearing this, Qiao Wanyin paused for a moment.

Lin Li'an...

Do you like her?

How could that be!

How is that possible?

She secretly used a lot of tricks, coaxing and cajoling, and a bit of scheming before he reluctantly agreed to get engaged to her.

She was the one who brought this relationship together from beginning to end.

It has absolutely nothing to do with his own true feelings!

But who has time to worry about these grudges and feuds now?

The most important thing right now is to clear Lin Li'an of suspicion; that's the most important thing!

So she took a deep breath and tried to suppress her unease.

"Xiao He, can you do me a small favor?"

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"Adong, tell your mother honestly, are you only attracted to her because she's pretty?"

Su Yufeng sat by the stove, her face somber.

There was a moment of silence, and after a long while, Lin Li'an slowly raised his eyes.

"Mom, Wanyin is indeed beautiful, but that's only one reason. Not the whole story."

Upon hearing this, Su Yufeng sneered and raised the corners of her mouth.

"Then tell me, besides this, what else about her makes your heart flutter?"

His words carried a hint of sarcasm.

Just then, footsteps came from the doorway. Lin Yuanfeng pushed the door open and entered, taking over the conversation gently, saying, "I think Wanyin is quite perceptive. She doesn't overstep boundaries in her speech and actions, and she knows how to maintain proper decorum."

"Old Lin!"

Su Yufeng's expression immediately changed, and she glared at her husband unhappily.

"Can you please stop always taking her side? Okay?"

Lin Li'an stood aside, not rushing to refute. After the atmosphere eased slightly, he continued, "Mom, it's not Wan Yin's fault that she comes from the countryside. Although she didn't have much formal education, it doesn't mean she's uneducated."

"She has a straightforward and cheerful personality, and knows how to conduct herself appropriately. She remains calm in the face of problems, and has both courage and ideas. Most girls simply cannot compare to her."

Even though he had no real romantic experience, his time in the military was not wasted.

Among the female soldiers I've met over the years, some are strong, courageous, or intelligent, but few are as insightful as Wanyin, who lives a life of clarity amidst hardship.

Neither pretentious nor timid.

That unwavering and indomitable spirit seemed to be etched into his very bones.

No matter what kind of external pressure she faces, she always manages to rise to the challenge.

Lin Yuanfeng nodded and agreed.

"I think Wanyin is a great girl. She has a strong personality and her own opinions. I feel very at ease when I'm with her. She and Adong are a good match."

Su Yufeng glared at him fiercely and said unwillingly, "What you said is all superficial! How can it compare to a girl like Fang Wanyu? We know her inside and out. She just graduated from high school not long ago, and she might even get into university next year."

“Son, you are still young and your vision is not long-term enough. You can’t tell what kind of woman is really suitable to live with you.”

"Besides, I've been there, I have more experience than you. I could tell that Qiao Wanyin was definitely not the kind of woman who wanted to settle down and live a peaceful life."

As she spoke, her tone shifted, revealing some dissatisfaction.

"People who are too good-looking are unlikely to be simple-minded; how could they possibly be honest and well-behaved?"

"mom!"

Lin Li'an coldly interrupted her.

"Have you forgotten what the Fang family did to us back then? Have you really forgotten?"

Su Yufeng was speechless for a moment, not knowing what to say.

When my son returned from military service without explanation, he suffered a blow both physically and mentally.

At that time, the Fang family was the first to come forward and distance themselves from the situation.

At that time, she was filled with resentment and felt sad and heartbroken for her son many times.

“But we can’t blame Wanyu entirely,” Su Yufeng said after a moment, somewhat hesitantly, defending Fang Wanyu. “She’s a girl, and there are many things she can’t make decisions about.”

Lin Li'an stared into his mother's eyes and said earnestly, "Mom, if someone chooses to turn away and run away when we are in our most difficult time, and is unwilling to lend us a helping hand, can such a person still be called a truly 'good person'?"

Su Yufeng was stumped again.

Lin Yuanfeng looked at his son, then turned back to his wife before asking, "Son, what's the deal with that person Ming Wanyu mentioned earlier, the one surnamed He? Who exactly is he?"

For a future daughter-in-law, it doesn't matter if she comes from the countryside or hasn't gone to school, as long as she is down-to-earth, reliable, and devoted to her family.

The most important thing is to be an upright person!

Su Yufeng quickly chimed in, saying with a meaningful look, "Yes, yes, I can tell. That guy surnamed He probably has a special relationship with her, right? You know, a young girl from a poor family who owes money, how could there be nothing going on?"

Lin Li'an frowned immediately upon hearing this.

"Dad, Mom, I chose Wanyin after carefully getting to know her. She is an independent, self-reliant, and principled girl. You have to trust me."

"Besides, He Dayong is a loan shark. Her family did borrow money from him when they were in financial trouble, but that was a last resort when her father was sick, and that debt has long been paid off. There is nothing shady between them!"

"Is that so?"