Chapter 165 Having a clear bottom line makes it hard not to be tempted.
Seeing this, Zhang Xianya quickly reached out to pull her back: "What nonsense are you talking about, child? You just did the right thing, how did it cause us any trouble?"
“Your mother is right. You didn’t bully anyone. You were just seeking justice for Xiao Jie. You didn’t do anything wrong, so don’t overthink it,” Chi Shaokang said.
Xia Yuhuan said softly, "But I broke a child's leg. Don't you think I was too cruel and went too far?"
Chi Shaokang shook his head and said, "I don't think so. Sometimes, you have to be ruthless to protect yourself."
“Xiao Jie broke his hand when he went to the old house for a family banquet, and I was very angry at the time.”
“But Xiao Jie can’t speak, he doesn’t know many words, and he can’t write down his experiences clearly. Even if I wanted to help him, I couldn’t do it.”
"Another reason is that my status and position are what they are. If I were to take the initiative to make a move, it would be seen as taking advantage of my age and bullying others."
“But you are different. You are Xiao Jie’s mother. When your child is injured, it is only natural for a mother to seek justice for him. You did the right thing.”
“Although those two children are young, they are of the same generation as you. As the eldest sister-in-law, you can deal with them.”
"Besides, with me around, even if others don't like you, they'll have to put up with it."
"So, my dear daughter, don't be afraid. Do whatever you want. As long as you're right, Dad will cover for you."
Chi Shaokang raised his hand and patted Xia Yuhuan's head.
He spoke with an air of authority, yet his face wore a warm smile.
Xia Yuhuan's eyes reddened upon hearing this.
Indeed, people who have parents who love and support them are still children no matter how old they are.
In her previous life, after being adopted by her grandfather, she was envied and envied by many people in her grandfather's family because of her extraordinary talent.
Although her grandfather protected her, she was also very hardworking and gradually gained a foothold on her own.
But after her grandfather passed away, those people couldn't wait to suppress and ostracize her, feeling that she was taking up their resources.
She didn't want to get caught up in that kind of treacherous struggle, and out of respect for her grandfather, she took the initiative to leave, which gave her a chance to catch her breath.
She knew then that a child without anyone to care for them has to rely on themselves for everything.
Later, she reached the pinnacle of China's medical community through her talent.
Seeing that she had risen in status, those people flocked to her, flattering and fawning over her.
But she had no interest in dealing with their insincere gestures.
Instead, he chose to dedicate more time to medical research and helping orphans.
Knowing that the poverty relief fund and the operating funds of the welfare home were involved in too much corruption, she personally selected people of good character and trustworthy to run the foundation.
She would review and approve every single fund to ensure that it was indeed used for orphan aid and that it was used where it was needed, rather than being squandered by some scoundrels.
Knowing the girl's difficult situation, she set up a special fund for her, which was used exclusively for this purpose.
It is specifically used to raise girls in orphanages and to help girls in need in remote areas.
These things require long-term persistence to be effective, but in the years she did these things, she also helped many girls change their seemingly hopeless and stagnant fates.
She is not a materialistic person because her achievements are high enough that her life is fully guaranteed by the national government.
So she used all her salary, bonuses, and other benefits to give to those children.
That's why she was able to accept Xiao Jie's existence so readily after transmigrating.
After all, in modern times, she would be considered a mother of many children.
And now, she has finally become that child who has someone to protect her again, and this feeling is simply wonderful.
Zhang Xianya, who was standing nearby, also said, "Xiao Huan, your dad is right, so don't overthink it. We all think you did the right thing, and we don't think you're ruthless."
Upon hearing this, Xia Yuhuan smiled and hugged Zhang Xianya, nuzzling her shoulder.
"I knew Mom and Dad were the best. I never want to be separated from you in this lifetime."
"Pah, pah, pah, you silly child, what nonsense are you talking about? Spit it out!" Zhang Xianya hurriedly said.
“You’re part of our family. What separation? We’ll never be separated in this lifetime.”
"Yes, Mom is right. Ugh, I'll slap my mouth to stop this stinking mouth from talking nonsense."
Zhang Xianya grabbed Xia Yuhuan's hand as she tried to slap him.
She said irritably, "You child, just talk, why are you hitting me? Don't hit me, it will hurt me if you do."
Upstairs, Chi Jung-ho silently watched the scene below, his heart still churning.
He had been reprimanded by Chi Yanzhou earlier.
It was his fault, and he couldn't argue with it, so he accepted it.
I was still resentful when I left.
He secretly thought that if he were to marry Xia Yuhuan, he would definitely treat her very well, even better than Chi Yanzhou did, and would absolutely make sure she had a good life.
When he came out of the room and saw Xia Yuhuan's decisive and ruthless approach, determined to teach the two brats a lesson and instill fear in them, he was surprised, but he also felt that she was doing the right thing.
Afterwards, seeing Xia Yuhuan standing nervously in front of Chi Shaokang and the others like a child who had done something wrong and was afraid of being disliked by her parents, he felt that she was lively and vibrant.
The same person has so many different facets, and each one is real and attractive. How can anyone not be moved and like them?
But seeing how the three of them got along so naturally, Chi Zhenghao realized that he had lost, lost completely.
When it comes to being fond of Xia Yuhuan, he believes he is no less than Chi Yanzhou, and he feels he can still compete with him.
But when it comes to parents, he... has no chance of winning.
After all, his parents and Xia Yuhuan clearly didn't get along; they simply couldn't get along.
So he lost from the very beginning, and lost miserably.
But fate is too cruel. Knowing that there was absolutely no chance between them, it still arranged for them to meet and for him to fall in love with her.
Now that he harbors such filthy thoughts, how is he supposed to get along with her in the future?
Chi Jung-ho was filled with pain.
Seeing that the three had finished speaking, he composed himself and started walking downstairs.
Xia Yuhuan had just finished talking with Chi Shaokang and was about to go upstairs to check on He Xiaojie's situation.
Upon seeing Chi Zhenghao, she asked, "Are you finished talking? What did Yan Zhou say to you? Why did he talk for so long?"
"Yeah, we finished chatting a while ago. I was just watching you perform so impressively, so I didn't want to come down and bother you." Chi Zhenghao shrugged, trying to sound relaxed.
Xia Yuhuan raised an eyebrow: "You want to avenge your sister? Bring it on, I'll take it all."
Chi Zhenghao shook his head: "Wen Hong was indeed wrong, there's nothing to be ashamed of."
"If this beating today teaches her a lesson, helps her get rid of her bad habits, and makes her a better person, then you are a benefactor to our family, and we should be thanking you."
Upon hearing this, Xia Yuhuan looked him up and down again, seemingly puzzled.
It's truly a case of bad bamboo producing good shoots. For someone with my second uncle and aunt's personalities to be able to give birth to and raise a child like Chi Zhenghao, who has such upright character, is truly a blessing from heaven.
Xia Yuhuan shook her head slightly and said, "I'm afraid your parents don't think that way."
"I don't expect gratitude from you; I'd be grateful if you didn't hold a grudge against me."
"Of course, it's fine if you hold a grudge, as long as you don't bother me anymore."
"But I'm not afraid of trouble if they really cause trouble. Who knows who will cause trouble for whom in the end."
Xia Yuhuan appeared fearless, her eyes gleaming with an intense light.
Chi Zhenghao watched, and couldn't help but clench his fists.
How could anyone not be moved by her confident, flamboyant, and radiant charm?
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