In truth, informing Qin Chuan about their daughter's pregnancy was a decision Yang Jingye and Chu Xiuying had reached after much deliberation.
Regardless of whatever conflict had transpired between the young couple, now that their daughter was carrying his child, an explanation was necessary.
The ideal solution, of course, would have been to have Qin Chuan marry their daughter immediately. However, Yang Zimo strongly opposed this, even forbidding her parents from telling Qin Chuan about her pregnancy, which left the couple in a difficult predicament.
For the past few days, Yang Jingye and Chu Xiuying had been losing sleep over their daughter's situation, their appetites gone, their hair falling out. Such is the worry of parents.
Yang Zimo also adamantly refused to consider an abortion followed by a new relationship.
After much thought, the couple decided they absolutely could not heed their daughter's wishes. No matter what, the child could not be fatherless. And with each passing day, their daughter's belly would only grow larger.
Last night, as they lay in bed, the couple conferred and decided that Yang Jingye would inform Qin Chuan and explain the situation.
Today, they pretended to go to work, but in reality, they were waiting anxiously for news. As soon as the housekeeper called, they rushed home with all haste.
Sitting on the living room sofa, Chu Xiuying’s anxious gaze kept drifting upstairs.
“Oh, do you think we should contact Qin Chuan’s parents?”
Suddenly, Chu Xiuying seemed to recall something important and nudged her husband.
“They’re elders too. Why should we be rushing around here, losing sleep and weight, while Qin Chuan’s parents are enjoying their meals, possibly not even knowing about this? It’s just not fair!”
Chu Xiuying said to her husband.
“Our daughter’s pregnancy, isn’t the main culprit that fellow surnamed Qin!”
Yang Jingye’s eyes lit up. “That’s right! How could I forget the other in-laws!”
“Since ancient times, parents have played the most important role in the marriage of their children. I’ll find that fellow later and ask for the in-laws’ phone number.”
“Considering the timeline, it’s indeed time for our families to meet!”
Chu Xiuying nodded. She no longer opposed Qin Chuan and her daughter’s relationship. The meeting of the parents was a very conventional step.
When Qin Chuan and Yang Zimo came downstairs together, they saw their future in-laws sitting in the living room. Qin Chuan was so startled he almost turned back, but he managed to restrain himself.
Getting someone’s daughter pregnant and then having her parents inform him – who wouldn’t feel guilty and ashamed?
“Uncle, Aunt, you’re back!”
Qin Chuan greeted them obsequiously.
Chu Xiuying shot him a cold glance with her phoenix eyes, then shifted her gaze to her precious daughter, her expression changing as quickly as flipping a book. She immediately adopted a kind and benevolent motherly demeanor.
“Darling, come here! Sit by your mother!”
Yang Zimo obediently called out "Mom" and sat beside her mother.
Fortunately, Yang Jingye played the good cop, giving Qin Chuan an opportunity to salvage the situation. After all, Qin Chuan was no longer the insignificant person he once was. His current assets surpassed the Yang family’s, and his status was equally high.
“Qin Chuan, how has work been lately?”
“Have you been home to visit your parents?”
Yang Jingye spoke as if they were meeting for the first time, making small talk. Qin Chuan, acting like a well-behaved son, answered every question.
“Qin Chuan, it’s like this, we feel that given your current situation with Xiao Mo, it’s time for you and your parents to meet!”
“What do you think?”
Yang Jingye steered the conversation to the main topic.
Qin Chuan was stunned. He instinctively glanced at Teacher Yang, only to find her looking at him. Not only Teacher Yang, but Chu Xiuying’s phoenix eyes were also fixed on him.
Qin Chuan truly understood what it meant to be in a difficult situation. Their request was not unreasonable. Given his and Yang Zimo’s current relationship, it was indeed time for both sets of parents to meet.
“Um… I think so too!”
“It’s definitely time for my parents to visit Longcheng.”
Qin Chuan pondered for a moment before replying.
“Qin Chuan, I’m very happy you think so. How about this, you call your parents now and ask them when they have time, so we can make preparations in advance.”
Yang Jingye clapped his hands, appearing very excited.
Beside him, Chu Xiuying’s expression softened considerably. As for Teacher Yang, she remained silent.
“Now?”
Qin Chuan hesitated.
“Of course, now. Are there any problems?”
Chu Xiuying stared coldly at this person who frequently made her daughter cry. If her daughter weren't pregnant, she would have lost her temper.
This fellow had really gotten arrogant. He hadn't even married her daughter yet, and he was making their precious girl cry several times a week. They had raised her for over twenty years without letting her suffer such hardship.
“Qin Chuan, if you don’t know how to tell your parents, then give me your parents’ phone numbers. We can call the other in-laws and get acquainted in advance.”
Yang Jingye said.
“No! No! I can call them now!”
Qin Chuan waved his hands frantically. He finally understood that the truly cunning character in the Yang family wasn't the proud mother, but rather this father-in-law.
As the chairman of Jinmei International, managing thousands of employees, his intelligence and methods were truly seasoned and ruthless.
Without making a sound, with a pleasant expression, he could turn you around completely. Amazing!
His visit to the Yang family today was entirely a trap. Perhaps it had been planned long ago, and he, happily, had walked right into it. Now, it was too late to escape…
Thus, under the watchful eyes of the Yang family of three, Qin Chuan took out his phone and called his parents in Yongnan County on the spot.
He dialed his father’s number. The phone rang twice before being answered.
“Turn on the speakerphone!” kuAiδugg
Yang Zimo suddenly said.
Qin Chuan dared not disobey and, with a pounding heart, turned on the speakerphone.
“Hello, Dad, what’s up?”
“At the supermarket, I’m counting inventory in the warehouse. What’s wrong, son, calling me so suddenly?”
Qin Shuren asked.
“Dad, don’t say that. Can’t I call you for no reason, just to ask how you are?”
“Haha, of course, you can. I was just worried you were too busy with work.”
A warmth surged through Qin Chuan’s heart. He then asked, “Where’s Mom?”
“Your mom is working at another supermarket!”
“Your mom and I are each in charge of a supermarket now.”
Qin Shuren said.
“That… Dad, there’s something I need to tell you…”
Qin Chuan looked up at his future father-in-law, mother-in-law, and his Teacher Yang. He coughed and said, “It’s like this, I’m at Teacher Yang’s place now, and Xiao Mo’s parents want to meet you.”
“What?!”
Qin Shuren on the other end of the line was greatly startled. The figure of Li Ya immediately flashed through his mind.
Since Li Ya’s mysterious disappearance, they had lost all contact with her. When they had asked their son about Li Ya several times, he wouldn’t say. Had their son broken up with Li Ya completely and was now with Yang Zimo?
If that were the case, it wouldn't be bad. It was just a pity for Li Ya.
She was so obedient, sensible, and filial, a truly rare good daughter-in-law. Furthermore, Li Ya’s background was pitiable; her parents were gone. Qin Shuren and Jiang Cuihua had long regarded Li Ya as their daughter-in-law and doted on her.
But their son was a troublemaker, not only having entangled with Li Ya but also with Yang Zimo. Yang Zimo, with her fairy-like beauty, pleasant disposition, and cultured background, was a perfect match, deeply admired by them.
Either of these two women would have been an excellent candidate for a daughter-in-law. It was a shame that in this society, only one could be chosen.
Because of this, the elderly couple, Qin Shuren and Jiang Cuihua, had lost a lot of hair from worry. Now, with their son at Yang Zimo’s house, it seemed he had made his choice.
“Dad, um… Uncle wants to say a few words to you.”
Qin Chuan was startled by his father’s reaction. He was truly afraid his father would suddenly mention Li Ya’s name, which would be a complete disaster. He quickly handed the phone to Yang Jingye.