After all these frustrating days, it's time for some good news to cheer me up.
"Look at your mouth, you're talking nonsense! Do you think this is raising piglets, having ten of them?!"
Chi Xinyao glared at Chu Zhenyuan and then pinched his waist, making Chu Zhenyuan wince in pain and beg for mercy.
"Honey, I was just joking to lighten the mood, don't take it seriously, oh dear!"
After giving Chu Zhenyuan a good talking-to, Chi Xinyao finally spoke up: "The Spring Festival is almost here. Our two families should really be happy to hear this news."
“But Niannian, have you thought it through? Actually, three children are enough. Your father-in-law and I only have Chu Yan and Xin’er…”
The Chu family's philosophy was not that having many children meant many blessings, but rather whether they wanted to have children and were willing to take full responsibility for them.
As a woman herself, Chi Xinyao knows how heartbreaking and arduous it is to be pregnant and raise a child to adulthood.
Giving birth is far more difficult than the nine months of pregnancy can compensate for. Once a child is born, her entire life is the responsibility of her parents.
This pressure is far heavier than others can imagine.
Dada, Er'er, and San'san are already very well-behaved children who rarely cry or fuss. Even so, it is still very tiring to take care of them separately.
If we add a few more now, when Chu Zhenyuan and Chu Yan are reinstated and return to the army, all that will be left at home will be Ye Nian'an and Chi Xinyao.
As family and sister-in-law, Chu Xin'er could lend a hand, but she also had her own things to do and couldn't drag things out for too long. Ye Nian'an and Chi Xinyao couldn't do that either.
Therefore, Chi Xinyao confirmed it again and again...
We will only respect Ye Nian'an's choice.
Ye Nian'an gently stroked her lower abdomen, her eyes sparkling.
"Mom, Yan and I have discussed it many times. It's true that this pregnancy will be very tiring, but if we give up..."
Her eyelashes trembled slightly: "I'm afraid I'll spend the rest of my life stuck in regrets."
After saying that, Chu Yan reached out and placed his hand on the back of her hand, the warmth of his palm passing through her skin.
After a quick glance, Ye Nian'an realized she was serious.
Chi Xinyao looked at the young couple's clasped hands, a smile of satisfaction appearing in her eyes.
"Since it's a well-thought-out decision, Mom will of course support it! But taking care of a child is really hard work, so we need to plan ahead."
"I've made up my mind, Dad, Mom. If all else fails, we'll find someone we trust to help take care of the child."
"I will personally select the right person; you can't go wrong with that."
Chi Xinyao nodded and said, "That's the only way."
The money that needs to be paid still needs to be paid.
When Dada, Er'er, and San'san grow up and no longer need adults to worry about them, and can even take care of their younger siblings, then we can consider whether we still need to hire a nanny.
Chu Zhenyuan made the decision immediately: "Don't worry about the money, I'll cover it. Niannian, just choose a few trustworthy nannies to help take care of the baby, these are not problems!"
"Dad, we don't need that many people. Two people will be enough. More people will only complicate things. Don't forget my family. My mom and the others can lend a hand too."
Chu Zhenyuan said somewhat embarrassedly, "I feel bad for always troubling my in-laws."
Thinking about the days when I would return to my unit, my throat tightened—
The three lively little ones have already made the house like a beehive that has exploded; if another new baby were to be added, it would indeed be difficult for Nian'an.
Taking care of the child is originally the husband's family's responsibility. It's a favor if the wife's family is willing to help, and it's their right not to. But after she and Chu Yan were reinstated, they had to return to the army, and there would be two fewer people in the family.
It's really too much for three people to take care of so many hungry babies. If the Ye family is willing to come and help take care of them, then we can rest assured.
The two families have such a deep bond, and she is their grandson and granddaughter; they must spoil her rotten.
"We're from two different families, why are you saying these things, right, Mom?"
Ye Nian'an winked at Chi Xinyao as she spoke.
"Don't even mention that Niannian is their precious daughter. Xiangyu and I are practically inseparable since we grew up. She dotes on her daughter, so how could she not help her?"
“Once those Ye family lads are settled down and have their own families, we’ll definitely lend a hand. It’s all about mutual favors.”
"kindness!"
Ye Nian'an winked at her mother-in-law, her dimples brimming with laughter: "Mom's right!"
"I'll call my mom later and get everyone together for a lively meal to announce the good news!"
Just as the Chu family was chatting animatedly, there was a sudden knock on the door...
"Who is it? It can't be someone from the Zhang or Chen family, right? I'll go open the door!"
Yesterday, I was speechless at the shamelessness of this family. Fortunately, Ye Nian'an was there. I watched them bicker and fight like clowns, gave them a good beating to my satisfaction, and then sent them to prison. That was the end of it.
If they still have the nerve to come to the Chu family now, Chu Xin'er will absolutely not tolerate it anymore. This time it's her turn to have some fun! Let them know why the flowers are so red!
After Chu Xin'er opened the door and saw who it was, her anger subsided slightly: "It's you."
"What do you mean by 'It's you guys'? You sound so disgusted. I haven't done anything to offend you, have I?"
Ye Sheng carried two gift boxes in one hand and a heavy fruit basket in the other, his hair disheveled by the cold wind.
"I specifically chose pastries from a well-established brand in Haicheng, so why am I being rejected?"
He feigned a wronged expression and pouted, but his eyes couldn't hide the smile.
Chu Xin'er immediately retorted, "Alright, alright, I didn't look down on you, stop flattering yourself~"
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