Chapter 6: Second Uncle Really Became My Father
Translator:HenyeeEditor:Henyee
Lin Ru and Xiao Hongyi both scowled. Staring at Xiao Hongli aggrievedly, Xiao Jinning looked as if she was going to cry. She said, Second Uncle, if you dont like me, just tell me and I can go, but please dont say such words. It will damage the relationship between you and my dad.
Jinning, youre really considerate to my brother and sister-in-law, Xiao Hongli sneered and added, No wonder they are so reluctant to acknowledge Rourou. Youre such a sweet-talker!
Tang Xi almost laughed out loud. Second Uncle really had sharp eyes!
Tang Xi turned her eyes to Xiao Jinning. As she had expected, Xiao Jinning had turned purple with embarrassment.
Grandpa Xiao was silent and didnt speak. Xiao Honglis three sons stepped up and tried to stop their father. Xiao Yao whispered, Dad, thats enough.
Xiao Hongli clicked his tongue and stared at his son as he said, They can do the deed, but I cant speak of it?
Tang Xi could hardly keep herself from applauding him. He was really awesome!
At those words, Xiao Hongyi, Lin Ru and Xiao Jinning all looked embarrassed, but this wasnt enough for Xiao Hongli. He looked at Grandpa Xiao and said, Dad, Im serious. Brother and Sister-in-law dont want their own flesh and blood back, but I cant sit and watch my niece living outside miserably, so just announce that Rourou is my biological daughter!
Xiao Hongli emphasized biological daughter when he said this.
Thats my daughter! Xiao Hongyi angrily shouted. Xiao Hongli, dont push me too hard! Youre not in charge of this family yet!
Phew. Since she is your daughter, announce it! Xiao Hongli retorted sarcastically. Tell the world that you took the wrong child home. Your real daughter was long lost!
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Okay, you said you would take her as your daughter, right? Lin Ru suddenly stopped Xiao Hongyi, and coldly stared at Xiao Hongli. Fine, I agree. But how will you introduce her? As your biological daughter? Your illegitimate daughter?
Tang Xi suddenly looked up at Lin Ru. How could she be so mean to her biological daughter?
Feeling Tang Xis gaze, Lin Ru gave her a cold look. She then turned her eyes to Xiao Hongli, who had yet to answer her question, and sneered. Why dont you answer me? In fact, you were not serious about this, right? This country bumpkin, who would want to acknowledge her as their daughter?
Clenching her fists, Tang Xi was about to refute her. It was at that moment, however, that she saw Xiao Jinning giving her a contemptuous smile, so she tried hard to calm down and lowered her head again, silently watching the show.
Sister-in-law, are you really not going to acknowledge Rourou? At this time, Xiao Honglis wife, Yang Jingxian, who had been silently standing at the back, suddenly asked softly.
Xiao Hongyi coldly answered, We didnt say we wouldnt acknowledge her. Well just tell people that she is our foster daughter, which will have little negative impact on her.
Grandpa Xiao struck the floor with his crutch again and snapped, Is there any difference between this and not acknowledging her?!
Of course there is! Lin Ru cut in. If we dont acknowledge her, she will still be a beggar from that black mountain.
Then who is supposed to be the beggar? Xiao Hongli gave a sneer and glanced at Xiao Jinning with a faint smile. I think Brother and Sister-in-law can figure it out, right?
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Thats enough! Xiao Yan said coldly. Dad, Mum, how about this? Lets claim Rourou is Jinnings twin sister. She was abducted by someone years ago and we found her again now.
Xiao Hongyis eyes lit up at this idea. This way, Xiao Jinning wouldnt need to leave the Xiao Family, and Xiao Rous return would also be perfectly justifiable. It was truly a good idea.
No! Lin Ru immediately rejected the thought before Xiao Hongyi agreed. This will have a great impact on Jinning. It took her three years to attain her present status. We cant ruin her!
Mum! Xiao Yan coldly stared at his mother and said sullenly, Youre being unfair to Rourou.
Yes, Mum, just do what Brother suggested. This is the best way. Despite secretly gnashing her teeth at Xiao Yans stupid idea, Xiao Jinning still nodded piteously. Then I wont have to leave you.
Dont worry. I wont let you leave me. Lin Ru comforted Xiao Jinning. If you leave, I will leave with you.
Dad. Yang Jingxians tender voice silenced the noisy hall. We have always wanted a daughter like Rourou. Please allow Rourou to become our daughter.
Tang Xi gazed deeply into Yang Jingxians eyes. This woman was gentle, beautiful and sensible. More importantly, by saying what she did, she implied that they were taking in Xiao Rou not because nobody wanted her, but because they really wanted her to be their daughter.
Warmth welled up in Tang Xis frozen heart and she felt it melt.
One second ago she had still been thinking of a plan to enter Xiao Hongyis home and turn it into a big mess, but now all she wanted was to go to Xiao Honglis home and enjoy the rare warmth to be found there.
Dad, since they all agree, just let Rourou recognize them as her parents, Xiao Hongyi said eagerly, relieved to see this hot potato finally taken by someone else.
Grandpa Xiao was pondering the matter silently. Be it Xiao Hongyi or Xiao Hongli, both of them were his sons, but he had to ask for Rourous opinion
Grandpa Xiao turned to look at Tang Xi, his eyes filled with guilt and his voice hoarse as he said, Rourou, well
Tang Xis gaze swept across the people present who were all silently urging her to choose Xiao Honglis family with their eager eyes.
She smiled, stepped over to embrace Yang Jingxian and sweetly called out, Mum.
Her voice was soft and sweet, without any trace of her attitude towards Lin Ru in the hospital. Hearing this manner of address, Yang Jingxian felt her heart melting. She responded excitedly, Yes, yes, good girl, Mommys good girl.
Clenching her hands, Lin Ru glared at Xiao Rou who was sweetly calling another woman Mum.
Xiao Hongli was clearly pleased too. He patted Xiao Rou on the shoulder and pretended not to be happy as he said, So you dont notice me even though I said so much?
Tang Xi smiled. Although Xiao Hongli had seemed to be quarrelling with Xiao Hongyi, he was actually claiming justice for her. She was certainly moved by his kindness towards her. With a bright smile, she stepped forward to embrace Xiao Hongli and sweetly said, Thank you, Dad. You make me feel very warm.
Silly girl, you only get what you deserve, Xiao Hongli said with a smile. Welcome home.
Tang Xis eyes turned red. In fact, she hadnt wanted to return to the Xiao Family, but at this moment, the disdain in her heart was replaced by warmth.
Looking at this loving scene, Xiao Honglis three sons couldnt help but smile, and Xiao Yao said, Dad, Mum, wont you introduce us to our little sister?
Theres no hurry! Xiao Hongli gave Xiao Yao a dark look before introducing them to Tang Xi, Rourou, this is your eldest brother, Xiao Yao, thats your second brother Xiao Sa, and your third brother Xiao Jing.
The three brothers walked up to Xiao Rou and gave her a bear hug one after another as they said, Welcome home, Little Sister.
Xiao Jing said, Now Mum can finally decorate a princess room.