Chu Fei's eyes turned red with anger. "Are you really my grandparents? Mom and Dad have been divorced for so long, and you're still here making trouble. How dare you do this? Leave now. If you don't leave, the police will take you away."
Zhang Fengying's mind was swirling with news. She asked in surprise, "What did you say? Song Yaqing is getting remarried? Has she found a new partner so quickly?"
There was a mixture of astonishment and unwillingness in Zhang Fengying's words. Her eyes wandered between Chu An, Chu Lei and Chu Fei, as if trying to find a crack in their expressions, a possibility that would allow her to continue to interfere in this family life.
However, she was faced with three resolute and indifferent faces, and every word was like a heavy hammer, hitting her self-righteous fantasy of family affection.
Chuchu sat quietly. She rarely didn't speak, but today she didn't say a word.
The Chu family has caused too much harm to these three siblings and Song Yaqing.
Chu Fei retorted, "What do you mean, Mom has found a new husband? Has your son ever cherished my mother? He's been cheating since the first day of marriage, and the son he has outside is even older than us. Your son has never cherished my mother, and you still expect my mother to remain a virgin for your son?"
Chu An echoed, "Yes! Mom should be happy now. I've worked like a slave for your family for eighteen years, and can you ever get even a single kind word in return? In the end, it was you who drove Mom away with your dirty words."
Song Yaqing was very pleased that the children had grown up, but at the same time, she also blamed herself for bringing the children into such a dispute.
Song Yaqing said with red eyes: "Fei Fei, An An take Xiao Lei and Chu Chu upstairs, go now. Mom will take care of this matter."
Chu Fei's eyes flashed with a hint of pity when she heard this, but more of a look of determination. She stood up, reached out and gently pulled Chu An, who was still angry, then turned to look at Chu Chu, who was sitting silently, and said gently, "Chu Chu, go upstairs with your sister and brother, okay? Mom will take care of it."
Chu Chu looked up, her clear big eyes seemed to contain thousands of words, but in the end she just nodded slightly and put her little hand on Chu Fei's hand.
Chu An and Chu Lei also stood up, and the four of them walked towards the stairs together. Chu An's back looked particularly tall and straight, with the posture of a guardian. He wanted to protect this family and their common mother in his own way. Chu Lei followed closely behind his sister and brother.
After the children disappeared around the corner of the stairs, Song Yaqing took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down.
She looked at Zhang Fengying, and her eyes, which were once as gentle as water, were now flashing with complex emotions - disappointment, anger, but more of a resolute strength.
"Mom, we really need to have a good talk." Song Yaqing's voice was not loud, but very clear. "You should know better than me how much I have sacrificed for your family during the years we were married. I have never expected your gratitude, but I hope you can at least understand my choice."
Zhang Fengying's face turned pale and blue. She wanted to refute and continue to defend her position, but when the words came to her lips, she didn't know how to start.
"I know that in your eyes, those eighteen years may always have been like an outsider to me," Song Yaqing continued, "but please remember that it was your son who betrayed our marriage first. He made me lose all hope in this relationship. As a mother and a wife, I chose to take responsibility and be strong. I raised four children alone, and seeing them grow up healthy and happy is my greatest pride."
At this point, Song Yaqing's eyes reddened again, but she didn't let the tears fall. She took a deep breath and continued, "Now, I have found someone who is willing to cherish me and love me. We understand and support each other, which makes me feel unprecedented happiness. I hope you can respect my choice, just as I respect your life. Please don't bother me anymore!"
Chu Xinggui, who had been silent, seemed to be embarrassed. He sat in a corner of the sofa with his eyes lowered, not daring to look in this direction.
Zhang Fengying was stunned. She had never seen Song Yaqing so resolute. In her memory, Song Yaqing was always the quietly devoted, gentle and considerate daughter-in-law, who never complained even in the face of injustice and grievance. But at this moment, Song Yaqing seemed completely transformed. Every word she spoke was filled with power, impossible to ignore.
"I know it's hard for you to accept this fact." Song Yaqing slowed down her tone, "But please believe that I am doing this not only for myself, but also for the children. They need a complete and harmonious family environment and a father who truly loves them. And I, too, need a shoulder to lean on, someone to share my joys and sorrows with."
Zhang Fengying was silent for a long time, her eyes becoming complex and profound. She began to reflect on her actions over the years, wondering if she was truly as selfish and indifferent as her children claimed. She recalled all the sacrifices and efforts Song Yaqing had made for the family, and the various misunderstandings and prejudices she had harbored against her. A surge of guilt washed over her, making it almost impossible to breathe.
"Yaqing..." Zhang Fengying finally spoke, her voice trembling. "I was wrong... I wrongly blamed you for so many years... I... I should have come to my senses sooner... It's just that Linghua is very ill, and I really can't do anything..."
Yaqing felt mixed emotions when she heard this. She knew that this sentence came too late, but it at least proved that Zhang Fengying was willing to face her mistakes and prejudices.
She sighed softly, took a few steps forward, and said softly: "Let the past be the past. Linghua is sick, I will not stand idly by, I will take care of it. But I will not interfere in the affairs of Su Huixian's daughter. Don't even think about taking a penny from me."
Zhang Fengying nodded shyly, and seemed a little delighted: "Will you take care of Linghua?"
Song Yaqing nodded. "Well, she is the aunt of four children after all. You really don't have the ability to manage her now. But after Linghua recovers, our two families will have no connection! If you don't keep your word, I can cancel this decision at any time."
Just then, footsteps were heard on the stairs.
Chu An, Chu Lei, and Chu Chu all came down, all with faint smiles on their faces. Chu Fei walked to Song Yaqing and gently took her arm.
"Mom, we believe in you." Chu Fei said softly, "No matter what your decision is, we will support you."
Gu Yechen, who had been silent the whole time, smiled and said, "I will support all your decisions."
Uncles Song Jingping and Song Shilin also expressed their support for Song Yaqing's decision.
Grandma shed tears: "You are a kind child. You still can't let go of other people's family affairs."
Song Yaqing smiled and comforted her, "Mom, don't worry, I know what's going on."
Afterwards, Zhang Fengying and Chu Xinggui left, leaving only Chu Linghua.
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