Reborn as a Superpower Girl in the 80s
Chapter 938: Indulging Her Has Also Spoiled Her

Chapter 938: Chapter 938: Indulging Her Has Also Spoiled Her

They entered the living room, and Ning Lingchuan, the eldest cousin, came out from the inner room, "Couldn’t wake him, he’s still talking in his sleep."

Ning Hongbo, the second uncle, came in from

outside, "It’s good that you’ve come, have a seat. Your eldest uncle drank too much today, I won’t go into why he drank so much."

Once everyone was seated, Ning Hongbo continued, "Regarding your mother, we truly have hurt your feelings.

But she is your mother. Your maternal grandfather was most worried about her on his deathbed. We swore to take care of her, so even when we knew she was wrong, we protected her."

Indulging her also harmed her, allowing her to develop a selfish and coldhearted character, and indirectly harmed you too. Your uncles indeed have regrets.

Previously, when your mom was hospitalized, and pressuring you to take care of it, it was because we had no choice; your eldest uncle had lent his money to a comrade for business, and had only about a hundred or so yuan in hand.

As for me, both Ling Yuan and Ling Han had found partners. Right before that, my unit started a fund collection for building construction, so I chipped in for an apartment. It just happened so coincidentally, both of us were without money.

These days, every family is scraping by. Those of us doing okay have a bunch of kids all at once reaching the age to get married. No family is well off; we borrowed from several families but didn’t manage to get much.

That’s why your eldest uncle was anxious. He feared surgery wouldn’t happen in time and something would go wrong with your mom. He feared not being able to afford imported medicine and your mom would suffer for nothing, and later have lingering issues. That’s why he desperately pressed you for money.

It’s true, a lack of money can bring down a hero. One can’t understand that kind of despair without experiencing it.

Today, discussing these matters is not to make excuses for our wrongdoings but to let you know that your eldest uncle really hasn’t had it easy. Since yesterday afternoon his mood has been off, he walked several rounds early this morning, claiming it was for exercise.

Latter, he came up with countless excuses to visit the corner store, and only after your eldest aunt threw a fit did he return to his room. He just wanted to stage a chance encounter with you at the corner to lessen the awkwardness when meeting.

As a result, you didn’t come this morning, and he ended up getting drunk himself."

Only now did the siblings understand that all this had happened.

Luo Xuyuan stood up and entered the inner room, the others following. He called out softly, "Eldest uncle."

Unfortunately, the person on the bed didn’t respond and started snoring. Yet, just as everyone was about to leave, Ning Hongda said, "Why haven’t you come yet?"

He mumbled a few other things after that, unclear, but at that moment, the siblings let go of their grudges.

Not wanting to disturb him further, they left the room. The eldest aunt introduced Fang Yuping, the second cousin’s partner, to them. With their issues resolved, the conversation was cheerful.

Seeing it was getting late, Luo Xuyan wrapped up the conversation, "Eldest aunt, next time, tell our uncle we’ll come to see him again, and tell him we aren’t angry anymore."

Zhang Yuehua stood up, "As long as you’re not angry with him, that’s enough. Your aunt knows you all are busy. If you don’t have time, no need to make a special trip. Knowing you came here today will definitely brighten up your uncle’s mood."

Luo Qiao stood up, saying she needed to use the bathroom and left the yard. She walked straight into the kitchens of the eldest and second uncles’ homes: "An envelope was left on top of the cupboard."

Now, their lives were stretched thin. Who knows when the money from the eldest uncle would come back. The second and third cousins had both found partners, and their weddings were set.

However, the second cousin’s partner’s family had some issues, so their wedding had to be postponed, and the third cousin’s wedding went ahead first.

Now seeing both the second cousin and his partner there, Luo Qiao had also noticed the expressions of the two when the second uncle spoke. She hoped the wedding wouldn’t be delayed again due to the family’s lack of money. That would hurt feelings too much.

After placing the item, she returned to the living room, said a few more words, and then bid everyone farewell.

Once Luo Qiao and others had left, Fang Yuping expressed her worries, "Ling Xuan, our wedding isn’t going to be postponed again, is it?"

Ning Lingxuan held Fang Yuping’s hand, "No, it won’t be. I promise you. If worse comes to worst, I’ll borrow some from my colleagues. Besides, my dad’s comrade also said the money was just for turnover and can be paid back after the New Year."

Reassured, Fang Yuping relaxed. They entered the main gate and saw everyone standing in the courtyard. Ning Lingxuan asked, "Why are all of you standing out here in the yard?"

Zhang Yuehua lifted the envelope in her hand, "This must be from Qiaoqiao just now. That child is so thoughtful, afraid that the lack of money at home would delay your wedding again."

Feng Caiqin smiled while holding the envelope, "That child, look, she left one for each house, surely because she’s afraid we won’t accept it in person."

Ning Hongbo shook his head with a smile, "Why would she say she’s going to the bathroom and still carry her bag? She was waiting here, right?"

Glancing at everyone in the yard, he said, "Keep it for now, consider it a loan, and we’ll pay it back later."