webnovelfull Chapter 1258 Being too nice attracts unwanted attention.
Chapter 1258 Being too nice attracts unwanted attention.
Back in the compound.
Mi Xiaonan had already packed her things and looked around reluctantly.
Aunt Yu finished packing her things. "Xiao Mi, don't be sad. Now we have phones and video calls, it's easy to stay in touch."
Mi Xiaonan sighed, "Even the most convenient things have their inconveniences. If I don't keep an eye on things, Yibang sometimes forgets the time while working, which is bad for his health."
Aunt Yu chuckled, "That's true, it's only a few months. After you give birth and finish your postpartum period, you can come over when the baby is a bit older. I'll come with you then, and the two of us can take good care of the baby."
Mi Xiaonan grasped Aunt Yu's hand, "Thank you, Aunt Yu."
Aunt Yu chuckled awkwardly, "I treat you all like family, and sometimes I can't help but say a few words. If I say anything wrong, just tell me directly."
Mi Xiaonan nodded, "I am very grateful that you can come with us. We young people inevitably have shortcomings in pregnancy and raising children, and I hope you can point them out."
"But don't worry, I listen to Meilan. I watch the news every day, keep up with the times, and I even read books! I raise children scientifically." Aunt Yu is no longer the ignorant old lady from the island.
Using the characters I learned during literacy campaigns in my youth, I read parenting books, and looked up unfamiliar words in the dictionary. Learning throughout life is actually quite interesting.
Liu Meilan and Liu Yibang returned and had lunch together.
Liu Yibang personally escorted the person to the train station platform, where bodyguards had already taken the luggage inside.
He held Mi Xiaonan's hand and gently stroked her belly. "Xiaonan, don't be afraid. I'll call you every night from now on."
"Okay!" Mi Xiaonan nodded. "When I go home, my mother-in-law and sister will take care of me, so you don't need to worry about me. But you're here alone, so don't work too late every day. After all, work is never-ending, but your health is your own responsibility. My two children and I will need you in the future, so you can't overwork yourself."
Liu Yibang nodded, "I understand, I have someone to take care of me."
Reluctantly, they escorted the people to their train seats. The lower berths were for sleeper tickets; Mi Xiaonan and Aunt Yu were in the lower berths, while Liu Meilan and her bodyguards were in the upper berths. However, the bodyguards spent most of their time sitting in the aisle. The bodyguards took turns resting.
As the train slowly started moving, Liu Yibang's figure grew smaller and smaller.
Mi Xiaonan waved from the train window, "Yibang, take care!"
"I will." Liu Yibang ran a few steps, but he couldn't catch up with the accelerating train.
Separated from her husband, Mi Xiaonan was depressed and silent.
Liu Meilan sat down next to Mi Xiaonan and took her arm. "Third sister-in-law, don't worry, I'll arrange two bodyguards for Third Brother. Now, at least two people will accompany him when he goes out to ensure his safety. No matter if it's a man with malicious intent or a woman with ulterior motives, they can't get close."
Mi Xiaonan looked up, her eyes lighting up, "Really?"
Liu Meilan smiled smugly, "Of course, don't worry, not even a female mosquito can get close."
Aunt Yu hesitated, "Actually, don't overthink it. Yibang isn't that kind of person."
Liu Meilan replied, "Liu Yibang is indeed not that kind of person, but the others are not! What if a woman sees that my third brother has a bright future and is good-looking, and throws herself at him?"
Mi Xiaonan smiled wryly, "Yes, that's what worries me the most. There was a female colleague from the Education Bureau who... she tried every means to get close to Yibang. But Yibang is an upright person and didn't let her succeed. He even demoted her, and that's how she finally calmed down."
Aunt Yu was both amused and exasperated. "That's what makes an excellent man. Now that he has bodyguards with him, no one else can get close. Don't worry, Meilan, everything is arranged."
"Yes, I've arranged everything." Liu Meilan tried her best to reassure Mi Xiaonan. She had been pregnant before and understood that it was important for pregnant women to feel emotional, and that they were prone to overthinking.
Mi Xiaonan smiled, "I believe Meilan."
"Trust me, that's all you need to do," Liu Meilan said with a smile. "My mother and I have already discussed solutions to your concerns. Oh, and there's a surprise when you get home."
Mi Xiaonan blinked. "What surprise?"
Liu Meilan remained mysterious, saying, "If I tell you, there will be no surprise."
Throughout the journey, Liu Meilan accompanied Mi Xiaonan to the restroom, taking meticulous care of her. She was also very particular about meals, always ensuring Mi Xiaonan had hot soup or water.
The transfer went smoothly, and I arrived at Shenzhen Railway Station on time.
Professor Xie came to pick her up personally, hugged Mi Xiaonan, and said, "Child, you've worked hard."
Mi Xiaonan hugged her belly and smiled, "Mom, I'm not tired. Meilan and Aunt Yu took good care of me the whole way, thank you for your hard work."
Professor Xie quickly hugged Liu Meilan, saying, "Meilan, thank you. Aunt Yu, thank you too."
"We're all family, no need for formalities," Liu Meilan said with a smile. "There are too many people here, let's hurry up and leave without blocking the way."
To accommodate Mi Xiaonan, who is pregnant, everyone walked at a slower pace.
Mi Xiaonan got into the van and saw her parents, whom she had been longing to see day and night. "Mom and Dad, you..."
Mrs. Mi held her daughter and had her sit beside her. "Are you surprised?"
"What a surprise!" Mi Xiaonan exclaimed happily. "So this is the surprise Meilan was talking about. I'm so happy. Meilan, thank you."
Liu Meilan explained, "I didn't tell you in advance because I didn't want you to worry. Now it's the National Day holiday, so we can celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day together and reunite without you having to travel back and forth."
Mr. and Mrs. Mi were extremely satisfied with the arrangements made by their daughter's in-laws. As a daughter-in-law, they understood that pregnancy and childbirth are the most vulnerable times in a woman's life, requiring protection and care.
At this time, the daughter-in-law receives protection from her husband's family. After giving birth, she naturally integrates into her husband's family. Otherwise, she will always feel like an outsider.
Overjoyed, Mi Xiaonan asked, "Where are Grandpa and Grandma? How will they celebrate the holiday if you come over?"
Mi's father replied, "Your grandparents and your aunt's family have gone on a trip. They will come to visit you after they return from their trip and have rested for a while."
"Oh, I see!" Mi Xiaonan said with a smile. "Then I'll send some money to Grandpa and Grandma later so they can have a good time."
Ms. Mi was a little nervous, worried that her daughter's in-laws would have objections. "Your grandparents have pensions, and we also have salaries, which are enough for your grandfather to spend. You don't need to send money."
Mi Xiaonan insisted, "I wasn't able to be filial to my grandparents, so sending them some money is nothing!"
"You child, you don't know any better!" Mrs. Mi said anxiously.
Professor Xie realized, "My dear in-law, Xiaomi is right. It is only right to respect our elders; it is what Xiaomi and Yibang should do."
Ms. Mi explained, "Actually, my idea is very simple: I don't want my in-laws to think that my daughter is supporting her own family."
Professor Xie laughed, "This isn't giving money away, it's showing filial piety. It's only right that we have enough money. If we're talking about giving money away to your family, my Meilan is the backbone of our family now, so we can't say anything about you!"
The others covered their mouths and laughed when they heard this.
Even Liu Meilan laughed, "Auntie, my mom is right, don't worry about so much. Living well and being happy is our goal. Nothing else matters!"