Reborn in the 70s: Pampered by Regiment Commander
Chapter 169 - 136: Father Xia VS Old Madam Zhou

Chapter 169: Chapter 136: Father Xia VS Old Madam Zhou

Before dawn arrived.

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In the room, everyone had been waiting under Eldest Uncle Xia Zhao Yushan’s hesitant explanations and had already understood why Lin Baohe suddenly ran away. To avoid causing Lin Baohe embarrassment, they had also refrained from chasing after him.

However, the wait had been quite nerve-wracking.

Now, seeing the group return, everyone quietly breathed a sigh of relief but didn’t make a point of going out to meet them. Instead, they simply gestured for them to sit down casually after everyone entered the room, as if they were completely unconcerned about what Lin Baohe had run out to do.

This cold treatment slightly soothed the heart that Lin Baohe felt was about to jump out of his throat. Of course, he wasn’t foolish enough to truly believe that everyone was unaware of anything.

Hesitating, he suddenly stood up, his face slightly flushing as he said, "Old Mr. Zhou, Old Madam Zhou, Big Brother Zhou, Eldest Sister-in-law Zhou, Second Brother Zhou, Second Sister-in-law Zhou, and all who are present, I, Lin Baohe, am just a farmer from a small place, unfamiliar with the ways of the world.

I had never imagined that one day my daughter would marry into such a prestigious family. Meeting for the first time, I was truly nervous. Being a man of few words, I thought that by saying less, I could show the sincerity of the Lin Family.

Little did I know, this restraint would lead to such an embarrassing situation. However, I hope that my behavior doesn’t affect your view of my daughter.

We may be from a humble background, but my daughter is the treasure that my wife and I cherished in the palm of our hands, growing up. We just hoped she would find a man who knows warmth and cold, to live a peaceful life.

My wife and I have never thought of relying on her to enjoy any riches. Marrying into the Zhou family is indeed her marrying above her status. However... however, if I knew the Zhou family looked down on my daughter, I would stake my life to defend her honor!"

"Baohe, what nonsense are you talking about..." Zhao Yushan quickly stepped forward to pull him back, smiling awkwardly at everyone, "My brother-in-law has a good heart, a good temper, and treats everyone well, but he just has one issue: when it comes to his daughter, he’s not the usual honest self. He truly loves Chuxia, and what he said... it’s all true..."

Old Madam Zhou’s mouth twitched almost imperceptibly. Was this really about teaching the Zhou family a lesson?

As for Chuxia, she couldn’t say she was completely satisfied or dissatisfied; her daughter-in-law was just not that urgent. In her eyes, Zhou Mikang was undoubtedly outstanding and certainly not short of potential brides, so what’s the rush in hastening Laosan?

However, the Zhou family was always clear about responsibilities. Zhou Mikang’s marriage was up to his father Zhou Jingping and his mother Lin Yanqiu to worry about. As the grandmother, she only occasionally voiced her opinions, even if she disagreed with her daughter-in-law’s approach, she never openly opposed her.

But today, Lin Baohe’s initial blunder and subsequent speech genuinely displeased her! Not worldly wise, yet still trying to argue? Threatening the Zhou family? Ridiculous! The Zhou family agreeing to marry your daughter is luck from your ancestors!

In her view, the Lin family was already trying to secure a status for their daughter before she was even married, without checking if they were actually entitled to do so.

If it weren’t for Xiaomi having gone through so much, his parents and his aunt almost wished for any female to quickly replace her—would the Lin family’s daughter even have a chance to marry into the Zhou family?

Thinking this, Old Madam Zhou smiled and spoke, "Comrade Lin is right; every child is a treasure to their parents, and our Zhou family doesn’t bully others.

When it comes to social status, the Lin family can’t compare with the Zhou family, but, as long as Xiaomi likes someone, we will treat her well. However, Comrade Lin, it’s better to clarify one thing upfront.

Miss Lin marrying into the Zhou family will inevitably have to attend certain events, and there are certain etiquettes that must be adhered to, which concern the face of the Zhou family. When the time comes, I hope Comrade Lin can be understanding."

The somewhat pedantic words from Old Madam Zhou made Lin Baohe feel a bit dizzy, but he understood the message—they were expressing their displeasure by implying that he didn’t understand etiquette, so when it came to teaching his daughter etiquette, they hoped he wouldn’t interfere.

Yes, that must be what she meant.

Since arriving at the Zhou family home, Lin Baohe’s attention had been focused on the Zhou family men; he hadn’t recognized any of the Zhou family women, including which ones were the relatives by marriage.

Now, taking a closer look at Old Madam Zhou and considering the age of others, he roughly figured out who she was, so he smiled, "Old Madam, I’m a rough man but not unreasonable. If it’s for the good of my daughter, I certainly won’t make trouble without cause!"

His implication was clear: if anyone provoked, don’t blame me for being rude!

Chuxia watched her father, her eyes slightly moist. Was this her father? The one who shook so much he could barely speak when he entered the room?

Whenever it concerned her, her father was like a different person. She even believed that if the national president wronged her in the slightest, her father would stand up to argue on her behalf.

But she also believed that even if a county head wronged Lin Baohe, he would keep silent without a word of protest!

This was her father, Lin Baohe: in matters concerning his daughter, no figure was too imposing for him to confront; when it came to himself, no figure was too minor for him to stand up against!

Zhou Mikang looked at Lin Baohe with a similar expression filled with respect.

He admired men with a fiery spirit!

Having a fiery spirit wasn’t about recklessly charging or loving to fight, but about stepping forward and bravely facing problems when the people he cared about were in trouble!—This was Zhou Mikang’s philosophy and did not represent anyone else.

"Brother Lin!" Zhou Jingping paused for a moment, then hurriedly walked up with a big laugh and took Lin Baohe’s hand and shook it vigorously, "My dear in-law, you really suit my taste, hahaha, this noon, we brothers must drink a few extra glasses!"

"Ahem!" Old Madam Zhou coughed loudly.

"Mom, if your throat is uncomfortable, drink some cough syrup." Zhou Jingping said while pulling Lin Baohe over to sit next to him, his affections were beyond words!

Seeing her mother-in-law’s lips quivering with anger, Lin Yanqiu quickly stepped forward to support Old Madam Zhou, "Mom, are you tired? Let me help you back to your room to rest." While speaking, she gestured to her daughters with her eyes.

Unfortunately, having been shocked first by Father Chuxia and then by their own father, the two sisters of the Zhou family completely ignored the desperate look from their own mother.

Helplessly, Lin Yanqiu apologetically smiled at Zhao Yulan and Li Aiyuan, "Sorry, my mother-in-law’s body can’t endure too much strain, I’ll take her back to the room to rest for a bit and then come right back."

"Aunt Zhou, my child’s father is a bit of a blockhead and doesn’t speak well, please don’t be angry with him." Zhao Yulan quickly apologized to Old Madam Zhou.

"I’m not angry at him; my body is truly not up to it." Old Madam Zhou waved her hand and turned to walk to her room.

"Have you really decided on their family?" Old Madam Zhou asked her daughter-in-law as soon as they entered the room.

"Mom, are you still thinking about that girl from the Ye Family?" Lin Yanqiu frowned, "Mom, why are you confused? Even if she comes back, would our Laosan still want her?"

"Everyone makes mistakes, Xiaomi doesn’t take care, or else that child wouldn’t have taken the wrong path, ah..." Old Madam Zhou shook her head, "I’m not saying we must choose the girl from the Ye Family, but this Lin Family is just too far beneath us.

You just think, the folly her father displayed today, if that gets out, how will people view our Zhou Family? Are we really so desperate for a daughter-in-law that we’d become relatives with such a family?

And look at her father, with nothing to his name yet struts around like anything, once they’re married, who knows how overbearing he might become? Our Mikang has grown up so big, have you ever seen him bow and scrape to anyone?

Yanqiu, it just really distresses me deep down, originally, I didn’t have too good an impression of this Miss Lin, and now after meeting her parents, I truly feel this is not a good match, you both think it over carefully."

"Mom..." Lin Yanqiu forced a smile, "Mikang is your grandson, you should know his temperament well. If this match breaks off and he starts thinking about marriage again, who knows what year or month that would be.

Maybe you can wait, but I can’t. Our eldest has been married for over a year, Yuee isn’t showing any signs of pregnancy, and she feels too embarrassed to see a doctor. What if she truly can’t have children, what then?

To you and dad, any child’s heritage is still the Zhou family’s legacy, but for Jingping and me, the children of Xi Kang and Mikang are our future.

Mom, I really have taken a liking to this Miss Lin, and Jingping is quite satisfied with her too, so please don’t make things more complicated. I’m begging you, okay?"

"Let it be, I won’t interfere anymore, since Mikang is your child, I won’t meddle, I’m just saying my thoughts. Whether or not you listen, that’s up to you.

If later you encounter the troubles I mentioned, don’t blame me for not warning you. That said, I’ve spoken my piece, go out and attend to them, send my lunch to my room."

"Mom..." Lin Yanqiu, who had already taken a step, frowned upon hearing the last part, "It’s their first visit, and you’re like this..."

"If you won’t listen to my advice, why should I listen to yours?" The old lady waved her hand in irritation, "I want some peace; please go out."

Having no choice, Lin Yanqiu left the room.

At lunchtime, Lin Baohe and his wife, Zhao Yulan, along with Zhao Yushan and Li Aiyuan, noted the absence of Old Madam Zhou and generally understood the situation, but none of them had regrets.

For their daughter’s (niece’s) future, they had to contend vigorously!

After the meal, Old Master Zhou spoke up first, "Dear in-laws, you’ve come a long way, so why not settle the children’s marriage affairs right now, what do you say?" (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, you are welcome to visit Qidian (qidian.com) to cast your recommendation votes and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)