NOVEL NEXT Chapter 42
Chapter 42 – Can’t Both of Them Be My Sister-in-Law?
Moving?
It was a familiar yet strange term.
In his previous life, when Mei Fang was in third grade, his father chose to buy out of the system and start a business, but later lost a lot of money, depleting much of the family’s savings.
Although they weren’t as heavily indebted as Xia Yuan’s family, Mei Fang’s household fell into financial hardship, ultimately forcing them to move out of their apartment complex and return to their old house in their hometown.
That place was actually still within the county, not too far from the school, though it was further from Xia Yuan’s home. Mei Fang could accept that.
This lifetime, due to Mei Ya’s birth and the existence of the lottery winnings, the original plan was disrupted. Mei Lijun did not choose to leave the system, only Xiang Xiaoxia stepped back.
However, if Mei Lijun didn’t go into business this time, had the family’s economic conditions really deteriorated to such an extent?
Little Mei Ya hadn’t even started showing her true power yet, right?
“Dad, why do we have to move? I just made friends with the kids at kindergarten, and I like it here…”
Mei Ya showed a very reluctant expression.
“That’s because—”
Mei Lijun impatiently presented a letter of appointment to everyone.
“Ta-da! Everyone, take a look!”
“Hey, Lin You Xi is still watching… Don’t act like a child!”
“It’s fine if she knows; she was going to find out anyway.”
Mei Lijun said proudly, “Actually, because Dad has been doing an excellent job at work, I’ve been promoted to a full-time official in Baizhou City.”
“Full-time? No mistake?”
Mei Fang never expected his father in this life to achieve such success in his career. The couple had children early, and he was promoted to a full-time position at over 30 years old, which was considered a rapid promotion.
Was it because of his increased sense of responsibility in raising both his daughter and son that his work attitude and results improved significantly?
Or was it because he had originally been in line for the position, but missed the opportunity due to leaving the system back then?
In any case, Mei Fang’s small lottery ticket caused quite a stir in the family.
With the birth of a sister and his father’s promotion, life’s twists and turns were truly unpredictable.
But this also meant—
“Dad, you mean we have to move to Baizhou with you?”
“Yes, we’re moving the whole family to Baizhou.”
Mei Lijun nodded, “Although it’s a bit sudden, your mother and I have already discussed it and decided to buy a house in Baizhou. Baigang High School in Baizhou is a nationally renowned good school. If you attend high school there, you can get into a better university.”
“What about the house here?”
“We’ll sell this house and keep only the ancestral house in our hometown, then use the money to buy a bigger house in Baizhou.”
“Why do we need a big house? Isn’t this place nice?” Mei Fang shook his head, “I don’t want to move.”
Xiang Xiaoxia also gently persuaded Mei Fang, “Look at your younger sister Xiao Ya, she’s growing up. You two should each have your own room.”
“Why separate? Can’t I sleep with Mom and Dad, or with my brother?”
Mei Ya immediately became upset, crying out, “I don’t want to sleep alone! I might wet the bed,呜呜…”
Just as Mei Fang was pondering how to handle the future arrangements, he noticed Lin You Xi had been quietly holding her bowl, staring motionlessly at her food since earlier.
Everyone also noticed this special guest.
Due to the family background, Mei Lijun had always taken care of Lin You Xi. Seeing her sad expression, he felt a bit sorry.
“Lin You Xi, it’s okay. Even if we move to Baizhou, we’ll still come back during holidays. You can still visit us. You and Xia Yuan, and Mei Fang can continue being friends—”
Before Mei Lijun finished comforting her, Lin You Xi suddenly stood up from her chair.
She didn’t say anything and kept her head down.
Then she walked straight towards the door.
Without changing her shoes, she ran outside.
Seeing this, Mei Fang quickly changed his shoes and followed.
“I’ll go comfort her!”
“Are you still eating?”
“No, I’m not!” Mei Fang’s voice echoed down the hallway.
Mei Lijun was leisurely enjoying his soup when Xiang Xiaoxia gave him a hard knock on the head.
“Hey, what did I do?”
“Don’t talk in front of Lin You Xi like that. Why show off in front of a child? Look at you, all big and important.”
“What’s wrong with me! I wanted to share my excitement with my son.”
“You’re such a big oaf.”
Little Mei Ya, while spooning her soup, imitated her mother, pointing, “You made Lin You Xi cry.”
“Did she cry? I didn’t see,” Mei Lijun complained, “Besides, Lin You Xi and Xia Yuan will eventually find out anyway, so what difference does it make?”
“They like our Mei Fang so much. It’s normal for them to be upset about moving.”
“Children’s feelings are meaningless.”
Mei Lijun teased, “No matter how much they like him now, they’ll forget once they grow up. Do you really think Lin You Xi will be your daughter-in-law? You’re just feeling sorry for her without a mother, right?”
“At first, maybe. But this child has a certain charm, and I like her more and more. I’ve always treated her like my own daughter.”
“You’re talking nonsense,” Mei Lijun frowned, “Lin You Xi can be a foster daughter, but she’s a bit mischievous. If we really want Mei Fang to marry, I think Xia Yuan would be more suitable. She’s well-mannered and obedient…”
“You’re only saying that because you like Xia Yuan’s family’s wealth! Shameless.”
“Exactly!” Little Mei Ya chimed in.
“Hey, you two stop ganging up on me! Xia Yuan’s family isn’t as well-off as before! I just think she and Mei Fang are a perfect match.”
“But what’s the point of talking about it now? Mei Fang is going to Baizhou to study.”
Xiang Xiaoxia sighed, “Living in Baimei for so long, I’m actually quite attached to this place.”
“Mom, can’t we stay here instead?” Mei Ya tilted her head, “I don’t want to move either.”
“Adults have many unavoidable things. When you grow up, you’ll understand.”
Mei Lijun took a deep breath. He had deep feelings for his hometown, but as a man, he needed to prioritize his career for a better life for his family.
Mei Lijun curiously asked Mei Ya, “Speaking of which, Xiao Ya, if your brother ends up with Lin You Xi or Xia Yuan, who would you prefer as your sister-in-law?”
Xiang Xiaoxia rolled her eyes at her husband, “Why are you asking a child this? She wouldn’t know what a sister-in-law means.”
“I know! It’s your brother’s wife, right!”
Mei Ya placed her hands on her hips, smiling, “Don’t underestimate me just because I’m young. I know everything!”
“So, who do you want as your sister-in-law? From what you said earlier, you seem to like Lin You Xi more, right?”
Mei Ya crossed her arms, thinking for a moment, then looked up at her parents with a frown, “Can’t both of them be my sister-in-law?”
“Of course not!”
Mei Ya thought hard for a moment, then concluded, “If that’s the case, I can help my brother marry one of them as his sister-in-law, right?”
Mei Lijun and Xiang Xiaoxia couldn’t help but laugh at this innocent suggestion.
Today’s chapter ends here.