After Zhao Suisui was taken away by Wang Lin, Mother Zhao couldn't sleep soundly every night.
Father Zhao: "What are you doing, flipping like a pancake?"
"I'm just worried about Suisui. Following her mother, who knows how much hardship she'll endure."
"Why worry about that? Ah Shen has good judgment. The mother and daughter won't suffer."
"How can I not worry? That's my own granddaughter. I watched her grow up, she was incredibly cute, like a little dumpling. Now that I can't see her, I'm very anxious."
"You don't worry this much about Xu Liuying's unborn child. No matter how cute, she's still just a granddaughter. Your two sons are young, and you'll have plenty of cute grandchildren in the future, perhaps too many for you to care for."
"The more juniors, the better. Yingying's child was never fated to be with our Zhao family. Of course, I cherish Suisui, being the only one now."
"Yunhua knows where she's staying. If you really can't let it go, go find her."
"Hearing you say that, I actually don't want to go. It's better to avoid getting too emotionally attached and then being unable to let go."
"Alright, if you've thought it through, that's fine."
Zhao Yunhua had thought a lot during this period. He felt he had wronged Wang Lin and his brother, and that his impulsive actions had ruined two happy homes. As for his debt to Xu Liuying and her child, he believed he had repaid it sufficiently. He was now in a state of confusion. He was certain his heart still held Wang Lin, but their relationship was very awkward, and he didn't want to take advantage of the situation. He had come to realize that loving someone doesn't necessarily mean being together. Wang Lin's heart now belonged only to Yun Shen, and his leaving was the best choice.
He explained the situation to Father Zhao. The power to control the group still rested with Father Zhao, so Zhao Yunhua's departure had little impact. On the contrary, Father Zhao strongly supported him going abroad to make a name for himself, believing his eldest son shouldn't be confined by love affairs and waste his talent.
"Alas, you should have told me this from the beginning. The subsequent developments were also your fault. Wait until Liuying gives birth before you leave. After all, it's your bloodline."
"The Xu family probably won't welcome me."
"You still have the right to see the child. For the remaining time, focus on your work and don't dwell on unnecessary thoughts."
"I understand."
"Yes, go back and rest."
Fearing Mother Wang might ask for money unexpectedly, Wang Lin spent every penny carefully. After a long time away from work, she couldn't stand the daily nine-to-six grind anymore. Fortunately, she had enough money to lie around at home all day. The quality of Zhao Suisui's food and supplies significantly declined, and it took some time before she stopped crying and fussing. When she was in a good mood, she would take nice videos and photos of Zhao Suisui, earning a few yuan after months of effort. Wang Lin had to give up on making money online and resigned herself to being a couch potato at home. She didn't have many friends here and stayed indoors every day. Now, she increased the budget to 8000 yuan, and Zhao Suisui slept at her aunt's. Her energy was focused on maintaining her figure and beauty.
Xu Liuying didn't suffer much in her late pregnancy, with no changes other than her enlarged belly. One day, she felt a heavy pain in her abdomen. Her family became extremely anxious upon hearing this and immediately rushed her to the hospital. She was admitted to the delivery room, and the baby was born with little difficulty. The entire family was overjoyed looking at Jun Jiuli.
Mother Xu: "This child is so considerate, she knows how to care for people."
Father Xu happily stood by, gazing at his granddaughter. "Yes, yes. Your grandson Lin, that brat, took a whole night back then."
Xu Zilin: "She's not bad looking, quite resembles me. Niece, your uncle will protect you from now on."
Little Cousin: "Big Aunt, can I hold the baby?"
Cousin's Mother: "The baby is too small and soft, don't mess around. Besides, you should let go now. The nurse needs to take her for examination. Why are you all so pathetic?"
Mother Xu finally came to her senses, holding the baby and walking with the nurse. She had been watching too many K-dramas about true and false princesses with her daughter recently and felt she had to keep a close eye at all times.
Xu Liuying was wheeled to the ward. She was tired and had already fallen asleep. The Xu family, afraid of disturbing her, all stood outside the door, like guardian deities. A short while later, Mother Xu happily returned with the baby. "Six pounds seven ounces, very healthy."
Zhao Yunhua rushed over. The Zhao family members did not give him a good look. He looked at the baby in Mother Xu's arms. "Aunt Xu, can I hold the baby?"
Xu Zilin: "Get lost. I don't want to make a scene at the hospital."
"Zilin, I'm going abroad soon. This is also my child, and I just want to hold him."
Father Xu stopped the somewhat impulsive Xu Zilin, and Mother Xu walked over with the baby, letting Zhao Yunhua take a look. Zhao Yunhua's face lit up with a smile. "This is my child. Is it a boy or a girl?"
"A girl."
"She's very cute. She'll definitely be a great beauty in the future."
Just as he was about to take the swaddled infant, Jun Jiuli let out a very impolite cry. Mother Xu tenderly held her and soothed her. When her back was turned to Zhao Yunhua, Jun Jiuli stopped crying. Everyone reached the rather absurd conclusion that this newborn child did not like Zhao Yunhua at all.
Xu Zilin's face beamed with joy. As expected, the child his sister gave birth to sided with his sister. That scumbag doesn't have his sister or her mother in his heart. Now he wants to experience the joy of being a father? What a pipe dream.
"My niece doesn't welcome you. If you're going abroad, then leave quickly. Don't spoil everyone's mood here. Do you expect me to see you off?"
Zhao Yunhua bowed. "I'm sorry. I'll trouble Uncle and Aunt to take care of them from now on."
Xu Zilin rolled his eyes. "You don't need to say that."