Chapter 4

She Joined the New Family

Chu Ning, who was hugging them, felt their bodies trembling slightly. With their backs facing Chu Ning, they could no longer control their emotions and tears welled up in their eyes.

They had thought that their biological daughter was used to a life of luxury and would not recognize them or the family. They did not expect that not only was she back now, but her attitude towards them was so gentle, her words of “Dad, Mom, you’ve suffered all these years.” broke down the psychological defences of Father and Mother Chu, making them felt warm in their hearts.

Then, as if recalling something, they let go of Chu Ning.

“Xiao Ning, you must be tired. Let your brother bring you to your room to take a look.”

Although the Chu family’s conditions were average, they treated their only daughter as if she was a treasure.

There were three rooms and two halls in this house. Chu Ning, who used to be Ye Ting, occupied one room. The remaining two rooms were allocated to her seven brothers while her parents slept in the living room all these years.

This was completely different from what Chu Ning had imagined.

According to Cheng Yi’s description at that time, her seven brothers were all useless, including her parents. In her words, they were good-for-nothing, and they didn’t even treat Ye Ting very well…

If what she said was true, then how should they explain the current situation?

There must be some misunderstanding.

When Chu Ning’s parents saw Chu Ning enter the door, the panic and avoidance in their eyes, as well as the trace of love and pity, couldn’t be faked, not to mention they even cried after they hugged each other…

Chu Ning was planning in her heart. She would not leave any regrets in her life!

Just as she gained her thoughts, she heard Chu Zhe say, “Xiao Ning, you’ve seen the conditions of our family. Uh, it’s not an exaggeration to say that our living environment is completely different from your previous one. If you regret it now, then we’ll go talk to the Ye family again and try our best to fight for some benefits for you.”

Chu Zhe looked at Chu Ning and smiled awkwardly. Then, he straightened his face and discussed with Chu Ning seriously.

Until now, Chu Zhe was still unwilling to believe that Chu Ning would be able to accept all of this without any concern.

It was easy to go from frugality to extravagance, but it was difficult to go from extravagance to frugality.

“No need, Big Brother. I only hope that you and the other brothers can treat me as your sister in the future. Besides, many of you are living in the same room. Isn’t it enough that I have a separate room to stay in?”

Chu Zhe looked at Chu Ning strangely after he heard her explanation.

“Is his sister too sensible?”

He didn’t say anything more and just laughed, “That’s fine. As long as you don’t have any problems with that.”

Then, he told Chu Ning some things about the family and stuff that she need to take note of. The house was so small, unlike the previous environment that Chu Ning was in before. This was a new experience for Chu Ning.

Chu Ning was very calm and composed. Then, she said, “Big Brother, if you don’t mind, tell me about the daily schedule at home. I’ll stay in this house according to your arrangements in the future.”

Chu Zhe returned to his calm state and looked at her.

“Have you thought it through?”

Chu Ning smiled. She walked to the window of her room and looked at the scenery outside. She murmured, “My surname is the Chu, not Ye.”

Chu Zhe looked at Chu Ning, who had her back to him. He let out a sigh of relief in his heart. His gaze towards Chu Ning gradually became gentle.

“Okay, I respect your decision.”

When Chu Zhe said this, his tone unconsciously became gentler.

“Oh right, Big Brother, I didn’t bring any money from the Ye family this time. I forgot to bring any daily necessities. Can I trouble you to buy some for me? I’ll return it to you when I earn money in the future.” Chu Ning seemed to have thought of something and she asked Chu Zhe.

“No problem. It’s my pleasure. Also, if you have any other needs, just let me know. Big… I’ll try my best to do it.” Chu Zhe was about to say “Big brother”, but he forcefully swallowed it back.

“Yes, yes. Thank you, Big Brother!” Chu Ning replied sweetly.

After that, Chu Zhe walked out and closed the door gently.