After Marrying the Officer Chapter 1257 - 1256: Choices in Upbringing

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Previously on After Marrying the Officer...
Aunt Xia proposes sending Xia Lianlian's child to the main Xia Family branch or back to the Wang Family. Xia Chuyi rejects both ideas, warning of the main branch's selfish cruelty and potential mistreatment, and the Wangs' deep resentment toward Xia Lianlian due to past events. He advises his aunt to raise the child herself if she desires, to avoid future harm or instilled hatred.

"Then it’s preferable to have you raise the child. You can at least guide them toward righteousness," Xia Chuyi stated calmly to Aunt Xia.

Xia Chuyi’s words stemmed partly from her deep trust in Uncle Xia and Aunt Xia.

At the same time, she aimed to offer Uncle Xia and Aunt Xia an escape route.

Truth be told, Xia Chuyi shared no blood ties with Uncle Xia and Aunt Xia.

Strictly speaking, their choice to raise Xia Lianlian’s child bore no connection to Xia Chuyi.

Yet Aunt Xia had deliberately raised the issue to consult Xia Chuyi.

Clearly, they placed great importance on Xia Chuyi.

Human relationships work both ways; with Uncle Xia and Aunt Xia cherishing her so deeply,

how could Xia Chuyi possibly put them in a tough spot?

This was precisely why she voiced those words.

"He wouldn’t dare!" Aunt Xia reacted instantly to Xia Chuyi’s statement, adding, "You’ve done nothing wrong! It’s entirely Xia Lianlian’s doing. Why would the child resent you?"

Hearing that, warmth flooded Xia Chuyi’s heart.

See, she was certain Aunt Xia treasured her the most.

"Exactly, Aunt. The kid is innocent; Xia Lianlian remains Xia Lianlian." Xia Chuyi let out a light, composed laugh before telling the voice on the line, "If you want to, keep the child there. I’m fine with it."

Xia Chuyi fully grasped the esteem Uncle Xia and Aunt Xia had for her.

Aunt Xia likewise appreciated Xia Chuyi’s consideration for them.

"Ah..." A soft sigh came from Aunt Xia over the phone, followed by her assurance to Xia Chuyi, "Rest easy, we’ll raise the child properly for sure!"

Aunt Xia delivered that final remark with utmost gravity.

Xia Chuyi responded only with a faint smile, staying silent.

Truthfully, Xia Chuyi didn’t fret much over any future resentment from the child.

After all, Xia Lianlian bore the blame for her errors and faced due consequences.

No remorse weighed on Xia Chuyi’s conscience.

Once they wrapped up talk of Xia Lianlian, Aunt Xia shared some parenting tips with Xia Chuyi, and they ended the call with reluctance.

Back in her room after the call, Xia Chuyi spotted Huo Shiqian, who’d just settled Huo Shiwu into sleep, and inquired, "Were you aware of Xia Lianlian’s circumstances before?"

Huo Shiqian didn’t conceal anything; he tucked the blanket around their son, nodded gently, and murmured, "Did Uncle and Aunt inform you?"

"Yes." Xia Chuyi nodded too. Noticing their son fast asleep, she softened her tone and added, "They let me know."

"I never imagined Xia Lianlian was expecting back then..." Xia Chuyi shook her head as she continued, "Life sure loves its twists."

If memory served Xia Chuyi right, Xia Lianlian had craved a child after joining the Wang Family but failed repeatedly.

As a result, she endured servant-like torment in the Wang household.

Desperate, Xia Lianlian schemed every way to curry favor with the Wangs by snagging a ’Youwei’ membership slot.

Little did anyone expect that after her grave blunder, pregnancy would be revealed.

Life’s ironies indeed run deep.

Or put another way, her own sins brought her downfall.