Chapter 774: Name Change

Everyone from both families had gathered.

During the meal, third aunt Xiao couldn’t help but ask excitedly, “Tianhao, Shuo ‘Er told me about the chance that he could study abroad.”

Gong Tianhao nodded and said, “Yes, Shuo ‘Er has the qualifications to study abroad. Furthermore, he is good at his studies. Shuo ‘Er also said that he wanted to study at HF University. As long as he passed the TOEFL test, there would be no problem for him to enter HF University.”

In the past, the best university third uncle and third aunt Xiao had heard of was Imperial Capital. However, after doing business for the past few years, their knowledge had widened. Therefore, they had heard of HF University too. The HF University in the M Nation was the top university in the world. If their son could attend that university, they would be very happy.

However, the couple looked at their son carefully. Their expressions were not very confident. Could their son really be able to get into HF university?

Xiao Lingshuo noticed his parents’ expressions and said confidently, “Mom, don’t worry. Brother-in-law said that with my results, it wouldn’t be a problem for me to get into HF University.”

After hearing that, third uncle and third aunt Xiao turned to look at Gong Tianhao.

Gong Tianhao nodded and said, “There shouldn’t be much of a problem with Shuo ‘Er’s test results, but the biggest issue is English. However, third uncle and third aunt, don’t worry. I’ll get a professional teacher to help Shuo ‘Er!”

Third uncle and third aunt Xiao immediately said gratefully, “Tianhao, thank you so much!”

In the past, they had always hoped that Xiao Lingshuo would be able to enter a normal university. Later, when they saw that his results were good, they had always hoped that he would be able to enter Imperial University like Xiao Lingye.

If it weren’t for Gong Tianhao’s words, they would never have thought of letting their child study abroad.

Old Master Gong smiled and said, “It’s not bad to study abroad. It’s good to broaden your horizons.”

The others echoed, “That’s right. Since you can study abroad, you should take the chance!”

“Shuo ‘Er, you have to work hard. Don’t be arrogant and complacent. Don’t disappoint your brother-in-law, understand?” Grandpa Xiao said sternly.

“Yes, Grandpa, I will definitely work hard!” Xiao Lingshuo said sincerely.

“Shuo ‘Er, you can do it!”

The others all cheered Xiao Lingshuo on. At this moment, Xiao Xiaohui suddenly said loudly, “Dad, Mom, I want to change my name. I want to enter university too!”

When Xiao Xiaohui shouted this, everyone quieted down first. Then, Fourth Aunt Xiao said, “Son, what did you say? Do you want to enter a university?”

The children of the Xiao family were very good at studying. The only exception was her son. Whenever he was told to read, he would doze off. During classes, He went up to the trees to catch birds and went down to the river to catch fish. He was full of energy.

The couple had done everything they could to make sure that Xiao Xiaohui would study, but it was to no avail. They had already given up hope. If he didn’t want to study, then so be it. Anyway, as long as the child lived a peaceful life, it would be fine.

But suddenly, the child suddenly expressed the idea of going to university. This made the couple so excited that they almost burst into tears.

Xiao Xiaohui said very seriously, “Dad, Mom, I want to change my name. Big sister is called Xiao Lingyu, second sister is called Xiao Lingyun, third brother is called Xiao Lingye, fourth brother is called Xiao Lingshuo, and only I am called Xiao Xiaohui. Their names have the word ‘ling’, so I must be an oddity. Everyone has good studies except for me. Therefore, I’ve decided to change my name, and I’m now called Xiao Linghui. I think that after I change my name, I’ll definitely study hard, and I’ll definitely be able to get into university in the future!”

The chopsticks in fourth aunt Xiao’s hands weren’t held firmly, and they fell to the ground in an instant.

“Son… Son, what did you say?” Fourth Aunt Xiao asked in a daze.

When Xiao Xiaohui saw his mother’s expression, he instinctively shrank his neck. However, in order to have a good name in the future, he said with his chest puffed out, “Mom, I said that I want to change my name. I want to be called Xiao Linghui. This name is so beautiful. Moreover, after changing my name, I will definitely be able to learn well. The name, Xiao Xiaohui, is really terrible!”

“No!” Fourth aunt Xiao rejected him without thinking. The master said that Xiao Xiaohui’s name mustn’t be changed, or there would be tragedies.

“Why not?” Xiao Xiaohui retorted unhappily, “Brother, sister, and the rest all have such nice names, so why do my names have to be so basic? I want to be called Xiao Linghui, and Big Sis has agreed to this. If you don’t believe me, you can ask Big Sis!”

Xiao Xiaohui directly dragged Xiao Lingyu into the matter. After all, his Big Sis did promise to help him.

As soon as Xiao Xiaohui finished speaking, everyone’s gaze turned to Xiao Lingyu.

Xiao Lingyu’s expression froze, then she forced a smile and said, “Uh, Xiaohui did come to me to ask about the name change…” She thought to herself, ‘Why did he drag me into this? Now, the whole family is looking at me.’

Fourth Aunt Xiao was very determined. She said, “No. You can change your name, but you can’t have the word Ling in your name.” It was better to trust the master than not.

Xiao Xiaohui argued, “But Mom, why can’t I use the word Ling?”

“Because the master said that the name of your second syllable has to have more than one vowel.”

Xiao Xiaohui countered, “But Ling has more than one vowel!”

Everyone, “…” Where did this child go to study? Shouldn’t he be in middle school already?

There were a few black lines on the foreheads of fourth uncle and fourth aunt Xiao, and their temples were throbbing.

Fourth Aunt Xiao gritted her teeth and said, “The word Ling only has one vowel. I told you to study hard. See, you don’t even know the most basic knowledge.”

Xiao Xiaohui said with a slight grievance, “I also want to study hard. But when I see a book, I want to sleep. What can I do?”

Fourth uncle Xiao said speechlessly, “Sigh. How come your brothers and sisters are all so good at their studies, and you are the only exception?”

Xiao Xiaohui immediately followed up, “Dad, that’s why I want to change my name. Once I change my name to Xiao Linghui, I’ll be a real child of the Xiao Family. The name Xiao Xiaohui is so common.”

Fourth Uncle Xiao was so angry that he laughed and said, “You brat. What does a name have to do with your studies?”

Xiao Xiaohui said with conviction, “It does. If I change my name, maybe I’ll become fond of studying. Big Sis, say something. You promised to let me change my name.”

“Ahem…” Xiao Lingyu choked on her water. Gong Tianhao immediately patted her shoulder and said, “You need to slow down.’

Xiao Lingyu secretly exclaimed, ‘This is all Xiao Xiaohui, the brat’s fault!’ After Xiao Lingyu calmed herself down, she said to her third uncle and third aunt with an embarrassed smile, “Third uncle and third aunt, if Xiaohui wants to change his name, let him change it. He’s already so old, and he’s fine. In fact, he’s a ball of energy.” She almost said that they were superstitious. However, this was a master invited by Grandpa Xiao. Xiao Lingyu didn’t dare to offend her grandfather.

Xiao Xiaohui immediately nodded and said, “That’s right, that’s right..”

“Shush!” Fourth Aunt Xiao sternly shouted. Then, she looked at Xiao Lingyu and said, “Yu ‘Er, we can’t be too careful!”

At this moment, Old Master Gong asked curiously, “What’s the problem with the name Linghui?”

Grandfather Xiao said, “When Xiaohui was born, I took his birth date to a master. The master said that Xiaohui’s name must have more than one vowel in the second syllable, or he would face big challenges in life. Therefore, I named him Xiao Xiaohui.”

“Oh!” Old master Gong nodded. “Since that’s the case, this name really can’t be randomly changed!” To the older generation, changing a name was equivalent to changing one’s fate. It was better not to randomly change a name unless it was absolutely necessary.

Fourth Aunt Xiao said, “Did you hear that? It’s not appropriate to randomly change your name.”

Xiao Xiaohui suddenly said in an aggrieved and uncomfortable manner, “But if I don’t change my name, I don’t like to study. I also want to enter university.”

Everyone, “…”

This child was really eager to change his name. The problem was, what was the cause and effect between changing his name and loving to study?

The entire family was there. Fourth Aunt Xiao and fourth uncle Xiao did not want to teach the child a lesson on such an occasion.

Fourth Aunt Xiao sighed and said, “Forget it. Let us think about it.”

Xiao Xiaohui did not fall for it. He said stubbornly, “No, you have to promise me today that I will change my name.”

“Brat, is your butt itching?” Fourth Aunt Xiao was getting worked up and angry. After saying that, she reached out to pull the child’s ear.

Xiao Xiaohui immediately ran away.

Eldest Aunt Xiao tried to persuade her, “Fourth sister-in-law, since the child wants to change his name, let’s discuss it together. Why don’t we discuss it further? Xiaohui, do you agree?”

Xiao Lingyu said, “Yes, fourth aunt, fourth uncle, since Xiaohui wants to change his name, let’s consider it. We only need to find a word that has a singular vowel.”

Gong Tianhao echoed, “Fourth uncle, fourth aunt. Who knows, Xiaohui’s study might improve after the name change.”

When fourth uncle and fourth aunt Xiao heard this, they were a little tempted.

Although they did not wish for their son to be the best in class, if he could get better at his studies, it would be good.

Grandpa Xiao then said, “Alright, if Xiaohui wants to change his name, then change it.”

With the words of Grandpa Xiao, the issue was settled.