Reborn in the 70s: Pampered by Regiment Commander-Chapter 1291 - 846: A Parent’s Heart

Second Watch.

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"Chuxia, when you have time, try to stay in touch with Xiaoqiong, chat with her a bit. Coming here to work with me is a challenge for her, but she’s stronger than I imagined and doing very well," Director Xu straightforwardly requested Chuxia once they sat down.

"I will..." Chuxia nodded, "I also think Xiaoqiong has become much stronger and more mature than before, and that’s thanks to your excellent guidance. It’s very lucky for Xiaoqiong to have met you."

"You kid, why are you putting such a tall hat on me?" Director Xu looked at her, bewildered. "Between us, let’s not be so formal, alright?"

"You misunderstood me..." Chuxia looked at her earnestly, "I’m not trying to flatter you; I’m just expressing my true thoughts.

To be honest, after sending Zhou Mikang and my brother off, the two of us chatted for a while. We also talked about this issue, and she herself feels the same way. Otherwise, with her impatient personality, she’d definitely be scolded every day if she were a doctor or nurse."

"Director, what Chuxia said is true. Honestly, interpersonal relationships aren’t my strong suit either, but they’re better than having me stick to books every day. Besides..." Luo Xiaoqiong wiggled her hand, "Look at me, I’m so clumsy I can hardly tell my fingers apart. Without your guidance, I would just be an ordinary nurse all my life."

"You two serving me sweet talk right from the start, what’s the catch?" Director Xu suspiciously glanced at them. "If something’s on your mind, just say it. Don’t make me guess."

"Nothing," they both shook their heads in unison.

"I’m giving you guys a chance here, and it’s you two who aren’t taking it," Director Xu turned to Chuxia, "So, adapting well to school life?"

"Pretty well..." Chuxia smiled sheepishly, "You probably know my situation over there. If I weren’t adapting, that would truly be being picky."

"Such a kid..." Director Xu shook her head with a smile, "Every time your mother-in-law mentions you to me, she’s particularly proud, saying you came first in your class.

Honestly, I’ve known her for years, and even when Xiaomi did well, she didn’t brag like this. If someone didn’t know, they’d think you were her own daughter."

Chuxia giggled and replied, "Director, rest assured, I know how good my mother-in-law is to me, I won’t upset her."

"Alright, maybe I’m overthinking it..." Director Xu sighed with a helpless smile, "You’re too smart, never giving anyone a chance to show off. No wonder your mother-in-law is so proud. If I had such a clever daughter-in-law, I’d show her off every day too."

"Thank you for your praise, Director." Chuxia glanced at the time, standing up to say goodbye, "Work is about to start, so I won’t disturb you any longer..." Just as she finished speaking, the door opened, and to her surprise, it was Aunt Zhou Yueping, "Hello, Aunt!" Chuxia quickly greeted her with a smile.

"Xia, why are you here?" Zhou Yueping said, embarrassedly touching her forehead, "Look at my brain, considering how well you get along with Xiaoqiong, there’s nothing strange about it."

"Yueping, what brings you here?" Director Xu asked with a smile.

"The southeast wind." Zhou Yueping jokingly looked at her, "I came to inquire about something, and after thinking it over, I decided it was best to ask you, so here I am."

"What is it?"

"You have a young man named Chen Fengqing here, how is he?"

"Chen Fengqing?" After a brief recollection, Director Xu said, "I recall, he’s a quiet lad, quite nice. Why, are you helping Shuxian find someone?"

"Yes, my sister-in-law introduced him. Shuxian doesn’t want to, but my sister-in-law said the guy is very honest, so I thought I’d come take a look. With Shuxian’s temperament, if she finds someone incompatible, she’ll be bullied to death."

"Shuxian bullied to death?" Xu Xinling smiled at Zhou Yueping, "Are you sure you know your own daughter? Have you forgotten about the time when my Qibo came home crying after she beat him up?"

Chuxia and Luo Xiaoqiong exchanged a glance, their corners of their mouths twitching. They couldn’t imagine that Xu Shuxian, who seemed soft-spoken and elegant, had such a formidable side.

"That was when she was young and naive, she’s much calmer now."

"Just stop it. No matter how much a person changes, what’s in their bones doesn’t change. You better stop worrying and let her take charge of her own business,

Based on what I’ve observed, your Shuxian isn’t someone to be easily ordered around. You better not make a fuss over it and end up making everyone unhappy. Whether you like to hear it or not, as a friend, I have to remind you of this."

Zhou Yueping leaned forward, staring at Xu Xinling: "If, and I’m just saying if, my Shuxian and your Jiang Qibo want to be together, would you agree or not?"

Director Xu was taken aback, then chuckled: "I say, you’ve been laying the groundwork for quite a while just to sound me out about this? Well, I’ll tell you, my answer is still the same. I don’t interfere in the kids’ affairs. As long as Qibo is willing, I have no objections to whoever he brings home."

"The way you said that, it’s like my Shuxian isn’t good enough for your Qibo..." Zhou Yueping pouted, "But I’m not here to test your opinion.

My sister-in-law did say Chen Fengqing is nice, and I got a bit swayed by her words. But I’m just here to gather some initial information. If things seem okay, I’ll ask Shuxian what she thinks.

Hey, you have a son. Your daughter-in-law will be coming to your house, so you don’t need to worry blindly. I have a daughter, so I can’t be as carefree as you. However, think carefully about what I just said. If Shuxian and Qibo do fancy each other, you can’t give Shuxian a hard time. Otherwise, I won’t just let it go with you."

"Your behavior of having a foot in two boats, I don’t agree with. If you really favor our Qibo, then your request is acceptable. But now you’re scouting for other boys for your daughter and still making demands of me. Do you really have the right to ask anything?"

"This is just a casual remark. Why are you getting upset?" Zhou Yueping glared at Xu Xinling with displeasure. "If I hadn’t seen your Qibo going to find Shuxian, I wouldn’t have brought it up."

"Qibo going to find Shuxian, when did that happen?" Director Xu asked with a puzzled look. "He never mentioned it to me."

"Kids grow up; can they still tell you everything?" Zhou Yueping sighed. "Being a mom, I get how you feel. My Shuxian is the same, keeping a lot of things to herself and not telling me. If I hadn’t caught her, I’d be in the dark too.

But when I ask her, she doesn’t admit it. Otherwise, I’d have turned down my sister-in-law’s introduction. Never mind, we’re so familiar with each other, I won’t pretend with you here.

Indeed, my main reason for coming over today was to sound you out because I wasn’t sure if you knew about this matter, and I wanted to know your true attitude.

If you can’t accept Shuxian, I’ll put a stop to the budding relationship early and let her meet the boy introduced by my sister-in-law. If she’s not interested, I’ll find someone else to introduce another one. Anyway, don’t worry, I won’t let her latch onto your Qibo."

"Listen, listen, the more you speak, the further off track it gets..." Director Xu looked at her helplessly. "We’ve known each other for quite a while. If Shuxian and Qibo really fancy each other, I definitely won’t stand in their way. What’s the point of your probing?

Admittedly, I was a bit annoyed before. On one hand, you’re scouting other boys for your daughter, and yet you still have your eye on our Qibo. That’s simply not taking Qibo seriously.

Now that you’ve said this, the bit of discomfort I had is gone. So here’s my stance: if the two youngsters really decide to be together, I’ll fully support it.

However, if they don’t want to be together, I certainly won’t intervene and force them. My principle regarding marriage is to respect the children’s choice. I only need to ensure that I treat my daughter-in-law well."

Zhou Yueping couldn’t help but counter her: "Even if he picks someone like Ye Meiru, would you agree?" As soon as she spoke, she regretted it and looked apologetically at Chuxia, "Xia, I’m sorry. Aunt didn’t mean it..."

Chuxia interrupted her with a smile: "Aunt, I’m not that petty. Besides, you’re not saying Ye Meiru is better than me, so why would I be upset?

In fact, Zhou Mikang met her first, and indeed they did have a period of interaction. These are things that can never be erased, and I don’t mind."

Zhou Yueping let out an awkward laugh, unsure how to respond.

"Aunt, really, don’t overthink..." Chuxia looked at her seriously, "This matter really isn’t a taboo for me. I’m not saying this just because you’re an elder."

"Look at you, not even as straightforward as a child..." Director Xu couldn’t resist teasing her with a laugh, "You may appear easygoing, but you’re actually sensitive at heart."

"Anyway, I won’t hold up your work. I’ve given you the heads-up on this matter, so you can mentally prepare..." Zhou Yueping said as she pulled Chuxia along with her out the door, "Xia, help Aunt find out Shuxian’s thoughts. She likes you and will surely tell you the truth."

"Zhou Yueping, are you worried that if Shuxian gets a boyfriend, she’ll become distant from you?" Director Xu followed along, giving her old friend a playful punch, "You really are quite tangled."

"That’s because you have a son!" Zhou Yueping glared at her, "If it was your son getting married, you’d feel the same as I do."

Director Xu responded: "Don’t forget you have Xu Yan, who’s a son too."

"He’s still young, doesn’t need to consider this for now..." Zhou Yueping looked back at her with a glare, "Xu Xinling, don’t forget you have a daughter too. When the time comes, you’ll understand how I feel." 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

Director Xu: "..." She truly didn’t know what to say. (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote with recommendation tickets or monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read at m.qidian.com.)