Chapter 46 Call Me Mom
After Qin Yan left with the documents, Xia Qianqian could no longer contain her anxiety and asked, "Lu Zheng, was what you said before true? Is there really a former leader willing to help you?"
If what Lu Zheng said is true, then the matter is not as troublesome as the comments on the screen suggest, and her anxiety can be somewhat relieved.
Lu Zheng reached out and gently supported Xia Qianqian's waist, saying earnestly, "Qianqian, this time we owe you a lot. Although many of my former leaders trust me, most of them are now struggling to protect themselves. So, news from Qin Yan is of utmost importance to me."
Xia Qianqian suddenly realized that Lu Zheng had said that on purpose just now, just to trick Qin Yan into signing the document.
She bit her lip gently and said with a hint of helplessness, "So, I have to go find him again."
Looking at Xia Qianqian's delicate and lovely appearance, Lu Zheng felt as if his heart had been brushed by a soft feather, making him feel numb and tingly.
He unconsciously placed his hands on her waist, gently pulling her closer, and softly comforted her, "Qianqian, you don't need to feel too much pressure. I've already severed ties with them. Even if they want to implicate me, it won't be that easy."
Just then, Lu's mother led the children out of the house. Her face showed some worry, and she immediately asked anxiously, "Have the people from the provincial capital left? Will something bad happen this time?"
She had been taking care of the two children in the kitchen and had only vaguely heard what was happening outside, so as soon as she saw Lu Zheng, she quickly asked the question that concerned her the most.
Lu Zheng smiled warmly: "This time, we owe it all to Qianqian."
Huang Zhaodi had been ignored by everyone from the beginning. Now, seeing Lu Zheng becoming increasingly affectionate towards Xia Qianqian, she was consumed by jealousy.
She knew that Lu Zheng was completely infatuated with Xia Qianqian, and that he didn't care at all about the affair.
Seeing Lu's mother come out, Huang Zhaodi felt as if she had seen a savior, and hope instantly ignited in her eyes.
"Auntie, you've all been fooled by Xia Qianqian! She already has a lover in the city, and that man just now came specifically to see her!"
Without a second thought, Lu's mother said unhappily to Huang Zhaodi, "Impossible, Qianqian is not that kind of child. Zhaodi, you can't talk nonsense here."
Seeing that Lu's mother didn't believe her, Huang Zhaodi became anxious and pointed at Xia Qianqian, saying, "Why won't you believe me? That person just said he had a relationship with Xia Qianqian. Xia Qianqian, do you dare to admit it?"
Xia Qianqian retorted, "Huang Zhaodi, I think you're just desperate because no one is pursuing you yet. The books say 'a good woman is sought after by many men,' so what's so surprising about me having suitors?"
According to your logic, if you ever find someone you like, you have to marry them regardless of whether they're a good match or not, otherwise they'll become your lover.
If that's really what you're thinking, I'll have to spread the word about you throughout the village, so that no young man who even glances at you will be able to get away with it!
"You're talking nonsense!"
Huang Zhaodi was no match for Xia Qianqian; she was rendered speechless by Xia Qianqian's few words.
Lu Zheng exuded a chilling aura as he strode up to Huang Zhaodi and stared at her without saying a word.
Huang Zhaodi was overwhelmed by Lu Zheng's aura, cold sweat poured down her forehead, and her legs trembled involuntarily.
Lu Zheng finally spoke: "Huang Zhaodi, if you weren't a woman, I would have smashed your filthy mouth to pieces right now!"
Er Ya didn't know what had happened, but she could tell that Huang Zhaodi was talking badly about Aunt Xia.
In her heart, Xia Qianqian was already as important as her mother. Without thinking, she quickly grabbed a clod of dirt from the ground and threw it at Huang Zhaodi with all her might, cursing, "Bad woman, don't even think about bullying my mother!"
That soft, sweet voice made Xia Qianqian feel incredibly comfortable, as if she had eaten a sweet popsicle on a hot summer day.
She scooped Er Ya into her arms, gently kissed her rosy cheeks, and coaxed, "Er Ya, be good, call me again."
Er Ya was held in Xia Qianqian's arms, her pink face instantly turning rosy. She said proudly, "I didn't call you, you must have misheard!"
Xia Qianqian couldn't help but laugh when she saw that she was shy.
She gently pinched Er Ya's little nose: "So many people heard it, you can't deny it now. Sweetie, call me again, and I'll have something really good for you."
"You called me baby?" Her little voice was so sweet and childlike, it was clear she was very pleased.
Seeing that everyone's attention had been drawn to Er Ya and Xia Qianqian again, and that she was being ignored once more, Huang Zhaodi could no longer care about her image in Lu Zheng's eyes and started cursing at Er Ya.
"You ill-mannered brat, no wonder your mother doesn't want you anymore!"
Upon hearing this, Daya, who had been standing silently to the side, suddenly raised her head like an enraged little beast, grabbed the broom beside her, and struck Huang Zhaodi hard.
"You don't have a mother, our mother is right here!"
Xia Qianqian was genuinely startled by Daya's sudden and intense reaction. She hadn't expected that Daya, who was usually quiet and introverted, would unleash such powerful strength when someone bullied her younger sister.
She quickly stopped her, saying, "Da Ya, stop! Don't hurt yourself. She's bullying you, Auntie will help you get revenge!"
As she spoke, Xia Qianqian swiftly snatched the broom from Daya's hands.
Her beautiful eyes flashed with malice as she forcefully swung the broom at Huang Zhaodi.
The broom whistled through the air, creating gusts of wind.
While Lu Zheng might have considered the differences between men and women, Xia Qianqian had none of those concerns. She used all her strength in every swing, making Huang Zhaodi scream in pain.
Mother Lu was trembling with anger. Pointing at Huang Zhaodi's nose, she cursed, "Serves you right! Huang Zhaodi, with such a foul mouth, you'll get your comeuppance!"
Huang Zhaodi was isolated and helpless, with nowhere to vent her anger and grievances, and she was no match for the Lu family if she wanted to fight back.
Left with no other choice, Huang Zhaodi could only run home in tears.
Xia Qianqian watched Huang Zhaodi's retreating figure and a delighted smile appeared on her lips.
She turned and walked up to Daya. Daya's eyes were red and glistening with tears. Her aggrieved look was heartbreaking.
Xia Qianqian took out a handkerchief and wiped away the tears from Daya's eyes: "Daya, don't cry. You are not children without a mother. From today onwards, I am your mother. If anyone dares to bully you again, I will never forgive them!"
Xia Qianqian looked at Daya and Erya gently: "Come on, call her Mom."
Upon hearing this, Daya hesitated for a moment in her big, watery eyes, then, as if she had made up her mind, she called out to Xia Qianqian in a clear voice, "Mom."
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