Chapter 525 - 509: Bullying the Weak and Fearing the Strong

To be honest, it wasn’t surprising that Lin Shuying was hesitant. Most people would be.

Parents always want the best for their children. In that regard, parents all over the world are the same.

When their daughter gets married, parents naturally hope she finds a man with a clean background and decent looks, who will treat her well. They hope his parents are kind, the sisters-in-law get along, and that they can lead a comfortable life.

But where can you find a situation that perfect? You can’t expect all the good things to just fall into your lap.

’When I chose Sun Jiaming, his grandmother was paralyzed and bedridden, and my mother-in-law was fierce and unreasonable. If I’d had a stronger family to back me up, they probably wouldn’t have let me choose a family like that.’

’But look how good my life with Sun Jiaming is now. So, when it comes to marriage, choosing the right person is what matters most. That young man, Dong Liang, seems like a good person. He doesn’t have many relatives, which means fewer complications. If Xinghua married him, not only would he like her, but he’d also be grateful, because she wouldn’t look down on his family.’

However, Gu’er wouldn’t make the decision for them. It wasn’t her place. Ultimately, it was up to Xinghua and her aunt, Lin Shuying.

"Mom, Grandpa Dong was framed. You can’t blame the Dong family for that. It was those other people who were wicked. After Grandpa Dong passed away, they suffered so much. From what I can see, Brother Dong is still very optimistic and sincere, which shows he’s a genuinely good person."

As Xinghua spoke, she saw Lin Shuying was about to interrupt, so she quickly added, "Mom, it’s not like I’m starting a relationship with him right now. He doesn’t even know how I feel. I just think Brother Dong is a good person. If we’re fated to be together, we’ll meet again. If it works out, it’s destiny. If it doesn’t, then we weren’t meant to be. Let’s just not be prejudiced against his family, okay?"

Gu’er nodded at Xinghua’s words. It showed that Xinghua had thought things through clearly. Gu’er also felt it was best to let nature take its course.

In that era, if you had a criminal in your family, you were treated as a second-class citizen. People would point fingers at you and attack you with vicious words. They would blow the smallest incidents out of proportion. If anything went wrong, you would be the first one they suspected. You couldn’t hold your head high no matter where you went.

Even though Dong Daguo’s case had been overturned, the prejudice was deeply ingrained in many people’s minds. They were used to thinking of the Dong Family as criminals. Even knowing they were innocent, people would still talk.

If Xinghua were to marry him, she would likely face the same gossip. But Xinghua probably didn’t care much about that; she cared about the person. If they were truly meant to be and ended up together, it would be a good thing for Dong Liang and Xinghua to build a stable life together.

"I understand. I won’t say any more. After all, the Dong Family has had it rough."

Lin Shuying let out a sigh. She wasn’t an unreasonable person. If her daughter and Dong Liang did end up together in the future, she wouldn’t object. She would just have to look out for them more and be good to the young couple.

Zheng Changsheng nodded as well. He wasn’t one to care about a person’s background. His children had their own minds, and as long as they were happy, that’s what mattered.

And so, the matter was settled. They would let nature take its course and see if the two were fated to be together.

And so, the days passed into December. Lin Sui’er came home for her school holiday. As soon as they heard the news, Gu’er and Sun Jiaming took Jiji over to the Lin Family’s house.

"Jiji, quick! Come let your Auntie hold you."

The moment Sui’er saw him, she opened her arms, wanting to hold Jiji.

Jiji had long forgotten this aunt, and seeing her enthusiasm, he quickly turned his head and clung to Gu’er’s neck, peeking at Lin Sui’er from over his mother’s shoulder.

"You little rascal, you don’t remember your Auntie, do you? I even bought you lots of snacks and toys. Maybe I won’t give them to you now."

Lin Sui’er teased Jiji.

When Lin Sui’er took out the toys she’d bought for Jiji, like a little toy train, Jiji’s eyes immediately lit up. He toddled over to Lin Sui’er on his little legs.

Lin Sui’er played with Jiji for a little while longer before giving him the toy. Then, Lin Zheng took over, playing with Jiji off to the side.

"You’ve changed a lot."

Gu’er observed Sui’er. Compared to before, her sister seemed much more cheerful and confident.

"Of course! Have you forgotten who I am? I’m a college student now."

Lin Sui’er tilted her chin up proudly.

"Give you a little praise and it goes right to your head."

Gu’er rolled her eyes at her, but inwardly she was very happy. This change in Sui’er was a good thing.

"Hehe, Sis, I’m your little sister, of course I’m amazing."

After speaking, Sui’er went to hug Gu’er’s arm, acting cute.

"So cheesy."

Gu’er let her hold on, a slight smile playing on her lips.

Sun Jiaming smiled. He was happy to see this kind of atmosphere.