Chapter 349 Convincing Grandma Xi
Cheng Si watched this scene from the side. Although he didn't say anything, his brows were furrowed and his eyes were filled with worry. He didn't know how this matter would develop.
Cheng Erhua followed behind, looking at Wang Jianguo eagerly, hoping that he could resolve the matter smoothly.
Wang Jianguo walked into the house calmly, picked up the thermos from the table, and carefully poured a glass of water for Aunt Du.
The water was steaming and swirling in the cup. He held the cup and walked over to Aunt Du.
He gently placed the cup of water on the small table in front of Aunt Du, and then slowly sat down. He looked at Aunt Du's worried face and said in a gentle and patient tone:
"Auntie, don't worry, let me tell you slowly. This is what happened. Yang Chan reported to our supply and marketing cooperative today."
"As you know, our supply and marketing cooperative has been busy lately, and the people who come here are mixed, but my sister He Yushui has always been careful in her work."
"When she registered Yang Chan, she followed the procedure and asked about Yang Chan's basic information."
"I only found out after asking around that Yang Chan was engaged when she was in Dali Village."
At this point, Wang Jianguo paused for a moment, looked at Aunt Du's reaction, and seeing that she was listening attentively, he continued:
"But, this is something that makes people feel sad."
"Her fiancé, for some reason, ended up having an affair with an educated youth in the village, and then he broke off the engagement with Yang Chan."
"Tell me, Yang Chan is also a miserable girl. After I knew this situation, I told Erhua all the basic information."
"You know Erhua. He is kind-hearted and has always had a good impression of Yang Chan."
"After listening to it, he told me on the spot that he didn't mind these things. But he was worried in his heart."
"I'm afraid you and Uncle Cheng would mind. After all, this kind of thing is still quite popular here."
"So, he wanted me to do some ideological work for you two elders, hoping that you two elders can understand his ideas."
After Wang Jianguo finished speaking, he looked at Aunt Du quietly, with a hint of expectation in his eyes, hoping that Aunt Du could understand the reason.
After hearing these words, Aunt Du was silent for a while, as if she was digesting the information.
Then, she slowly stood up and walked towards Cheng Erhua step by step. She walked in front of Cheng Erhua.
She raised her head, stared at Cheng Erhua, and asked in a serious tone:
"Is what Comrade Jianguo said true? Did Yang Chan really not break off the engagement because of you? You can't hide it from mother."
Aunt Du's eyes were full of scrutiny of her son, and she was eager to see the answer from Cheng Erhua's expression.
The answer was too important to her, as it concerned her son's lifelong affairs and the reputation of the entire family.
Cheng Erhua looked aggrieved at this moment, crying on his young and stubborn face, and said anxiously:
"Mom, of course not! I really don't know anything. I don't even know when Yang Chan got engaged, let alone when she broke off the engagement."
"Mom, I have to make things clear to you and Dad today."
"You should have heard about what kind of girl Yang Chan is, right? She is kind, hardworking, simple, and has a very good heart."
"Even though she has gone through the divorce, in my heart, she is still the best girl."
"Mom, you and Dad must not stop me from pursuing her. I tell you, even if you try to stop me, I won't give up."
"I...I have decided on her for my whole life. I will marry Yang Chan, and no one can change my mind!"
There was an incomparable determination in his eyes and his fists were unconsciously clenched, as if announcing his determination to the world.
When Aunt Du heard what Cheng Erhua said, she was stunned at first, and then she burst out laughing.
She pointed her finger at Cheng Erhua, her eyes full of smiles and fondness, and said:
"You are so arrogant, kid. You want to marry her? Do you think it's that simple?"
"You can marry her if you want to. She may not even like you! Look at yourself. Do you know what she is thinking?"
Although Aunt Du said this, she was actually a little touched by her son's persistence and just wanted to tease him.
Zhao Shuzhuo, who had been listening nearby, now roughly understood what was going on.
He walked forward with a smile, gently took Aunt Du's hand, and said sincerely:
"Aunt Du, you see, these children are now grown up and have their own opinions."
"As an elder, you have to respect their ideas sometimes. Besides, this is a new society, and it's different from the past."
"Breaking off an engagement isn't something uncommon these days. People are becoming more progressive in their thinking."
"As long as they are truly willing, they can live a good life in the future. Isn't this what we want to see most? Don't you agree, Aunt Du?"
There was gentleness and understanding in Zhao Shuzhuo's eyes. He hoped that Aunt Du could put aside her worries and accept the children's choice.
Aunt Du's face was filled with a warm smile. She reached out and gently held Zhao Shuzhuo's hand, her eyes full of sincerity.
She narrowed her eyes slightly, as if lost in memory, and then said earnestly:
"Shuzhuo, we have lived together in this village for most of our lives. You children were all raised by your aunt."
"Don't you know what kind of person my aunt is?"
"In my opinion, those messy rules and traditional concepts are not as important as one's character."
"Take the matter of breaking off an engagement for example. In the past, everyone might have thought it was a big deal, but I don't think so."
"It doesn't matter whether the engagement is cancelled or not! As long as she is a good girl, kind-hearted, hardworking and capable."
"She is a good woman who is living a good life. Even if she is divorced, I can accept her."
"When we live, we just want to be good to each other and live in harmony."
Cheng Erhua was listening with his ears pricked up at the side. When he heard his mother say this, his eyes suddenly lit up and he was overjoyed.
He stepped forward, his face blooming with joy, and said:
"Mom, what did you say? Are you telling the truth? You... you really don't mind that she broke off the engagement?"
"Mom, don't say this just to make me happy. If you agree now and then regret it later, that won't work."
As he spoke, he stared at Aunt Du without blinking, his eyes showing both anticipation and a hint of worry, fearing that this was just a false joy.