Step Aside, My CEO Ex-Husband! Chapter 1131 - 1133: Mom, I Hate You!

Most importantly, she wanted to ascertain if Tianxin and Ziyang’s relationship possessed the resilience to endure the coming trials. Their unique statuses meant their lives would diverge from that of ordinary individuals. Consequently, the pressures they would face would be magnified tenfold compared to common folk. If their bond couldn’t withstand even this initial test, how would they possibly navigate the formidable elders of the Huo Family? These elders were notoriously traditional and unyielding, rigidly adhering to ancestral decrees. During the early years of her stewardship of the Huo Family, she herself had frequently been subjected to their lessons and suffered setbacks. She had once believed the rules her grandmother spoke of were already immensely challenging. However, after her grandmother’s passing and her ascension to leadership of the Huo Family, she discovered a startling truth: those rules were merely the surface; the true arduous journey lay ahead! Having personally navigated those harsh experiences, she was determined to shield Tianxin from repeating similar hardships. If Tianxin were to falter easily now, it would signify that her struggles would ultimately prove insignificant. Moreover, she intended to leverage Tianxin’s current predicament to dismantle those outdated, traditional rules.

"You intend to depart?" Huo Shaohua regarded Tian Xingyun with evident surprise.

"Yes, while I harbor reservations about our daughter marrying into the Ye Family, it is hardly the opportune moment to sever our ties. A complete rupture would ultimately be detrimental to the Huo Family’s standing. Proceed to the banquet as planned, and regarding matters of cooperation and the children’s betrothal, seek an opportunity for a calm discussion with Chairman Ye. He is, after all, a reasonable man!"

"Your reasoning is sound. In that case, you and Tianxin should prepare yourselves; we shall attend the banquet the day after tomorrow."

"Very well." Tian Xingyun affirmed with a smile, nodding in agreement.

Huo Shaohua retreated to his chambers for a shower, while Tian Xingyun, phone in hand, ventured into Tianxin’s room.

Without preamble, she entered, finding Tianxin reclining on her bed, clutching a sizable purple teddy bear. Previously, she had pondered Tianxin’s particular affection for the purple bear, but now the reason was crystal clear: Ziyang. It was cherished and adored precisely because it had been a gift from Ziyang! Their love for each other was profound; her sole apprehension was its potential transience. She harbored no desire to cruelly sever their connection; witnessing her daughter’s distress caused her own heart to ache. Yet, Tianxin and Ziyang were undeniably bound by their birthright identities. Along with the inherent prestige that accompanied such a status, which set them apart from others, came an immense burden, preventing them from even deciding their own marital fates. Fate seemed to delight in such ironies, drawing together individuals who appeared destined for separation!

She found herself in a state of internal conflict; a part of her yearned to sanction Tianxin and Ziyang’s union. However, the sheer magnitude of the suffering they would endure collectively felt insurmountable; perhaps they would be better suited apart... Nevertheless, she understood that genuine love often renders individuals fearless. Thus, she held onto the hope that Tianxin and Ziyang would summon the fortitude to endure these tribulations. Should they manage to persevere, she and Shaohua would stand firmly in their support. They could then seize this chance to eradicate the archaic rules, thereby safeguarding future generations from similar torment.

Closing the door behind her, she approached the bedside and placed Tianxin’s phone on the cabinet. With a stern tone, she declared, "Cease this melancholic demeanor. Should your father perceive anything amiss, I will be unable to shield Ziyang!"

"Mother, how can you be so heartless!" Tianxin sat up abruptly, her gaze fixed on her mother, her knuckles white as she clutched the purple bear.

"The day after tomorrow, I will escort you to a banquet." Having delivered this pronouncement, Tian Xingyun turned to depart.

"Mother, I despise you! You and Father endured such hardships to be together, so why do you treat Brother Ziyang and me in such a manner!" Tianxin exclaimed, her voice laced with anger, only to immediately regret her outburst… Realizing her words had been ill-considered and likely to wound her mother’s feelings, Tian Xingyun paused, her back still toward Tianxin, and responded, "If you cannot withstand even this single trial, then can you truly claim your love for each other is genuine?" She had taken no direct action, yet Tianxin was already expressing animosity and an inability to cope. In the future, when confronted by those formidable elders, what course of action would her daughter adopt?