Chapter 176: Don’t you know what’s going on?

"Director Zhou won't go back on his word, will he? I've invited everyone I should have." Hu Meili said with a bitter face, "If this marriage fails, it will affect your reputation."

"It doesn't matter if it doesn't work out. But don't worry, mom. I'll go ask the Zhou family tomorrow morning."

Lin Xiangdong knew very well that he was marrying above his station, otherwise he would not have rejected Zhou Kangmei's advances so many times.

When Director Zhou approached him to discuss marriage, he agreed because he knew that the Zhou family also had something to ask for, and this made him feel at ease.

But now it seems that what the Zhou family wants may not be achieved.

Hu Meili felt distressed when she saw Lin Xiangdong like this, but she still warned him, "Having a child with the surname Zhou is already my biggest concession. Marrying into the family is absolutely impossible. If the Zhou family mentions marrying into the family, I will immediately turn hostile."

It would be easy for the child to take the mother's surname, but if Lin Xiangdong marries into the Zhou family, he will have to live in the Zhou family and have to consider the Zhou family's moods.

Hu Meili also started out as a young wife. There is no difference between marrying into the wife's family and being a new wife. She will always suffer.

"My family has arranged a job for you, prepared a house for you to get married, and provided you with money for the betrothal gift. I have done everything I can as a mother. If you dare to marry into my family, I will really not acknowledge you as my son."

It is impossible to disown this son, but Hu Meili's words were harsh enough to prevent Lin Xiangdong from wavering in his determination.

"Mom, what do you think of me? This marriage can happen or not, and it has nothing to do with me." Lin Xiangdong had already prepared himself to be single for many years, and Zhou Kangmei was just an accident.

But before Lin Xiangdong went to Zhou's house, Director Zhou came to see Hu Meili in person.

When she saw Director Zhou, Hu Meili's face twisted for a moment, but she quickly forced a smile and greeted him with a smile.

"My dear, I have something I want to discuss with you, but I don't know if I should talk to you at this time."

Seeing Director Zhou's attitude, Hu Meili knew what was going on. She instantly became angry and choked him back on the spot.

"If it's not appropriate to say it, then don't say it."

After hanging out with Lin Xiangnan for a long time, Hu Meili's ability to confront others has skyrocketed.

Director Zhou laughed dryly and explained, "The street probably hasn't started the promotion yet, but the provincial leaders have just issued instructions. Now a family can only have two children at most. If the first child is a son, a second child is not allowed. Maybe everyone will know about it in a while."

"So what if they have two more children? He's so idle that he even cares about a young couple having children." Hu Meili curled her lips secretly.

"This is the expert's advice. There's nothing we can do about it." Director Zhou said, "The policy is there. You can only have one son. Otherwise, your work will be affected. What I mean is, why don't we discuss the matter of marrying into the family."

"That won't work. I've given my son to your family. Who will take care of me in my old age?"

"Isn't there still Xiangxi?"

Hu Meili shook her head stubbornly, "We are not a family that cannot afford to marry a daughter-in-law. If you want to find a son-in-law, you should find someone with more sons. I only have two sons, and I can't bear to give them up."

Everyone knows that a son-in-law who lives with his wife's family is inferior to others. Lin Xiangdong's conditions are not bad, so he doesn't need to live with his wife's family.

The Zhou family was well-off, so it was easy for them to find a son-in-law, but most of those men had no abilities, and Zhou Kangmei looked down on them.

How could he possibly catch Zhou Kangmei's eye when he can't even earn enough money to marry a wife?

So this matter has reached a dead end.

Director Zhou sighed, turned to look at Lin Xiangdong, and asked, "What do you young people think about this matter?"

"I have already backed off when we discussed it, but one cannot back off again and again." Lin Xiangdong has a good temper. But no matter how good his temper is, he does not want to go to the Zhou family to be a young wife.

He is the eldest son in the family and he has to take care of Hu Meili in her old age. He would never marry into her family's family.

As soon as Lin Xiangdong refused, the atmosphere suddenly became awkward.

After a few seconds, Lin Xiangdong took the initiative to say: "The policy is there, no one can do anything about it. Kangmei and I haven't obtained our marriage certificate yet, so there is still room for maneuver. Otherwise, let's just call it quits."

Director Zhou’s only request was a grandson, but he couldn’t afford it, so it was normal for the cooperation to break down.

Seeing how resolute Hu Meili and her son were, Director Zhou also said, "Since you've said that, forget about the marriage. Our Zhou family doesn't lack sons-in-law who take the initiative to come to our house. It doesn't necessarily have to be you."

Although he was the one who made the unreasonable request first, Director Zhou was still angry after being rejected, and his face was not looking good when he left.

After he left, Hu Meili secretly said "Pooh", "What's wrong with the factory director? The factory director can use his power to bully others. If he dares to make things difficult for you, tell mom and I will scold him to death at the factory."

Lin Xiangdong comforted him, "No. With things getting this bad, it's too late for the Zhou family to escape danger."

"There's not even a fortune teller on the street now. Otherwise I would definitely find a half-immortal to tell you a fortune. Why is it that your marriage is always unsuccessful?" Hu Meili cheered up and comforted him, "But don't worry, I will definitely help you find a good one."

"Mom, let's wait two years."

"Yes. Stay out of the spotlight first."

The marriage fell through, and Hu Meili felt mixed emotions.

What worries me is that my son's already bad reputation has been made worse. What makes me happy is that Lin Xiangdong will not have to suffer any injustice in the future.

Hu Meili certainly knew the benefits of a strong in-law family. With a good in-law family, her grandson would live a comfortable life. But that grandson didn't even exist yet, so she wouldn't let her son suffer for the sake of her grandson.

Just when Hu Meili had not yet recovered from her depression, Lin Xiangnan's telegram arrived.

"I am just stating the facts. I have no other intentions. Big brother and Zhou Kangmei are a good match, but the reality is a bit severe... In order not to affect work, a pregnant female comrade in the factory has gone to the hospital... The issue of having children is stuck in the middle. Big brother's marriage seems difficult, but it is not simple at all... Finally, I will be home on time to attend the wedding banquet."

Hu Meili was speechless when she received the telegram. She complained, "Your sister sent telegrams as if they were free. She was long-winded and didn't get to the point. She even made it look difficult, but it's not easy at all. It's just nonsense."

"Regarding eldest brother's marriage, even if second sister wants to say something, doesn't she have to lay the groundwork?" Lin Xiangxi understood it very well.

Lin Xiangdong is one of our own, so of course we have to be tactful when speaking so as not to affect the relationship between the siblings.

When talking to outsiders, Lin Xiangnan is not so polite.

When Luo Caixia came to ask about her pregnancy, Lin Xiangnan replied directly: "Raising a son may not necessarily protect you in old age, but your company will definitely give you a pension. Do you have any idea whether your son is more reliable or your company is more reliable?"