Rebirth in the 90s: Her Counterattack and Redemption

Chapter 885: Chapter 533: Recognizing the Right Person

”Grandpa...” Song Yaxian looked thankfully at Old Master Song. With his words, no one in the Song family dared to force her to ask Yang Ming for help, not even the Big Uncle’s family!

The arrogance of the Big Aunt and Song Yaqin was entirely based on the absolute status of Big Uncle and Lin Xiaosen in the Song family. Nowadays, Yang Ming’s position held the absolute advantage, and no matter how much the mother and daughter hated or envied it, they had to restrain themselves on the surface.

Thinking of this, Song Yaxian felt a tinge of bitterness. She just wanted a simple romance and to happily marry someone she liked, but why was she ultimately still entangled in these mundane matters?

As if sensing Song Yaxian’s thoughts, Yang Ming squeezed her hand tightly and looked at Old Master Song, saying, ”Grandpa, rest assured, Xiao Xian and I will be happy. I promise you, I won’t let her suffer any grievances.”

”Good, good, good, now I’m relieved,” Old Master Song patted him with satisfaction. ”Xiao Yang, sorry about what happened today. The old man is getting on in age and must go back for a nap. Someday, let Xiao Xian bring you home, and Grandpa will have a good drink with you.” With that, he signaled Madam Song to leave with him.

”Grandpa, Xiao Xian and I will send you, Great Grandpa, and Grandma home,” Yang Ming said as he picked up the gifts given by Wen Song.

Old Master Song waved his hand, ”No need, you’re injured, so don’t run back and forth. We’ll just take a car home.”

”Dad, let Yaqin drive you,” Wang Xianglan quickly said.

”Grandpa, even if you’re angry at me, you can’t take it out on yourself. Great Grandpa is already very old, and you and Grandma aren’t young either. How can we be at ease with you going back like this?” Song Yaqin said as she moved forward to support the old man. ”No!” The old man swayed, trying to shake off Song Yaqin’s reaching hand, but he used too much force and stumbled backward. Yang Ming took a step forward and stood behind the old man, firmly holding him in place.

”Xiao Yang, you’re the grandson-in-law I’ve chosen!” Old Master Song patted him on the shoulder with satisfaction and looked at Song Yaxian, ”Xiao Xian, treat him well. It’s really almost impossible to find a boy like Xiao Yang.”

”Grandpa, isn’t your granddaughter also almost impossible to find?” Song Yaxian playfully argued. She understood why Grandpa said that. According to most people’s habits, their first reaction upon seeing Great Grandpa fall would be to pull him up. But given his age, if the pull wasn’t right, the consequences could be serious. Yang Ming’s reaction showed he genuinely cared for the old man, and a man who truly cares for the elderly would definitely be a good husband!

And the fact that Grandpa Song admonished her in front of so many people was clearly intended to declare the Song family’s stance, giving Yang Ming a reassurance!

”Alright, no more fuss, we’re leaving.” Old Master Song said, looking at Luo Ye and others standing with smiles on their faces, ”Everyone, the bill today will surely be settled by the Song family. We cannot take advantage of such ambiguous prosperity!”

Wang Xianglan quickly said, ”Yes, yes, we must pay, we must pay. Whoever caused this mess shall be responsible, and our family will cover all costs as a punishment. Dad, is that alright with you?”

”Handle it as you see fit.” Old Master Song glared at Li Ru, ”You are at fault too, you’re fined half of your pocket money for three months!”

”Yes, I accept the punishment! I accept the punishment!” Li Ru immediately expressed her regret. She was already regretting her actions. If she had known it would turn out like this, she wouldn’t have played a prank. If it affected Third Sister’s marriage, she would bear a huge guilt. With this thought, she turned her gaze to Yang Ming, her tone teary, ”Third Brother-in-law, Third Sister knew nothing of this, and I had no intention to harm anyone. I was just playing around, but things went wrong.”

Yang Ming smiled at her, ”Don’t worry, I know all about it.”

Old Master Song breathed a sigh of relief, ”Xiao Yang, even minor injuries must be taken seriously, or they could become troublesome. Take Xiao Xian with you to the hospital now, and we’ll talk father-to-son another day.”

Qu Yue stepped forward with a smile, ”Old Master, I’ve arranged a car for you, parked right at the door.”

”How could we possibly accept that? We’re fine with taking a car.” Old Master Song quickly declined. After such a family commotion, he already felt very embarrassed and believed he had caused enough trouble for Yang Ming. How could he accept more favors?

Luo Ye chimed in, ”Grandpa Song, listen to Chairman Qu. Otherwise, Secretary Yang will surely insist on escorting you home. You just said he should go to the hospital right away, right?”

”Alright, alright, I’ll listen to you.” Grandpa Song promptly nodded.

”Major Luo, I’m fine. Since there’s a car to take Grandpa home,” Yang Ming glanced at the time, ”then I’ll head back to work.”

Luo Ye glared at him, ”What work? I’ve already informed Uncle about your injury. He wants you to stay in the hospital and take care of yourself, or you’ll be up for a transfer.”

”Listen, Xiao Yang, you need to listen.” Old Master Song looked a bit embarrassed as he faced Luo Ye, ”You are the niece of our Secretary, right?” He hadn’t pieced it together until now.

Luo Ye nodded with a smile, ”Yes, Grandpa Song.”

”Grandpa, these gifts are from Secretary Wen,” Yang Ming quickly presented the gifts he was holding. Previously, it wasn’t the right time to mention it, but now, it didn’t matter.

”The Secretary is a good person indeed, such a good person. The Secretary’s family is also good, really good,” Old Master Song muttered, pulling Yang Ming along, ”Xiao Yang, work hard, help the Secretary well. Now, listen, hurry to the hospital.”

Wang Xianglan and Song Yaqin, listening to the exchange between the few people, were green with envy. What kind of lucky break did Song Yaxian have to find such a promising boyfriend?

Looking at the situation, Secretary Wen must value Yang Ming a lot; otherwise, Secretary Wen’s niece wouldn’t be helping him out like this. Alas, comparing them, Lin Xiaosen really was nothing!

This person, you see, when there’s a change in their mindset, they start finding others displeasing. Lin Xiaosen stared at Yang Ming’s silly grin and, from Song Yaqin’s perspective, it felt like swallowing a fly, making her glare fiercely at him.

After being married for so many years, Lin Xiaosen was quite familiar with his wife’s temper. From one look at her, he understood the reason behind her mood, a bitter smile forming at the corners of his mouth. From then on, he feared his good days might be over. With this thought in mind, a gentle and refreshing face appeared in his mind...

”Lin Xiaosen, which girl are you thinking about?”

Song Yaqin’s scolding voice brought Lin Xiaosen back to reality. Looking closely, he realized only the two of them were left in the room, so he quickly asked, ”Where’s everyone? Where’s Secretary Yang?”

”What were you just thinking about?” Song Yaqin looked at him coldly.

”I was thinking...” Lin Xiaosen forced a smile, ”I was just pondering how to get closer to Secretary Yang. Wife, you should also interact more with Yaxian. Let me tell you, Secretary Wen treats this Yang Ming exceptionally well. As long as he speaks up, your husband’s future will certainly be brighter...”

”Really?” Song Yaqin hesitated.

”Why would I lie to you?” Lin Xiaosen sighed, ”I know you and Mom lost face today and are feeling uneasy, but that’s just how life is. You never know when someone else might take your place, or maybe one day, we’ll take someone else’s place. It’s all very normal. However, no matter what, as long as we perceive the situation clearly and choose the path most beneficial to us, it can’t be wrong, right?”

Song Yaqin stayed silent for a moment, then nodded, ”Alright, I’ll try my best.” Saying that, she pulled Lin Xiaosen along quickly, ”They’re all still at the door. Let’s hurry over and say hello.”

The couple rushed to the entrance just as the car carrying the elders of the Song Family drove off. Luo Ye and others were planning to accompany Yang Ming to the hospital. ”Miss Luo, third sister, brother-in-law, shall we go together?” voiced Song Yaqin hurriedly.

Song Yaxian smiled at them, ”Thank you, big sister, and brother-in-law, but it’s not necessary.”

”How can that be? Even Ru went along. How can I, as the big sister, not show my concern?” Song Yaqin said as she attempted to get in the car.

”No room left,” said Qu Yue, pulling the car door shut and instructed, ”Drive.”

”Yes!” the driver responded, and the car swiftly left the hotel entrance. Song Yaqin, unexpectedly inhaling a mouthful of exhaust, fanned away the smoke, angrily saying, ”That’s... that’s too much. He better not fall into my hands!”

”Yaqin, brother-in-law, we’re leaving.”

”Big sister, brother-in-law, we’re leaving.”

”...”

The remaining younger generation of the Song Family, who had yet to leave, quickly bade farewell and fled the hotel entrance. Lin Xiaosen gave Song Yaqin a fleeting glance, ”I’m off to work now. You can find your own way home.”

”Go, go, go, all of you go!” Song Yaqin angrily took off her shoe and hurled it at him, ”Get lost!”

Lin Xiaosen let out a heavy ”humph,” got into a car, and left swiftly. At the intersection, he looked back, instructed the driver, ”To Huatao Garden, 148 Yangguan Road!”

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Luo Ye and the others accompanied Yang Ming to the GU orthopedic ward and were about to find the attending doctor when a young nurse, giving Yang Ming a once-over, showed anger in her eyes, ”What’s wrong with you? Don’t you want that arm anymore?”

”Is his injury very serious?” Song Yaru anxiously asked.

”Severely fractured, requires five days of infusion, and needs good rest even after discharge. I’ve told him all this before. Never seen someone who takes their own body so lightly!” The young nurse finished with an unsatisfied huff, ”Because he ran off, my bonus for the month is gone.”

”I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I’ll make up for that money,” Song Yaru quickly said.

Yang Ming, however, quickly looked at Luo Ye, ”Major Luo, you can’t tell the Secretary about this, I beg you.”

”That’s not possible, Secretary Yang. Work needs to be done, but your health also needs caring. Only when you’re in good health can you help my uncle more, right?” Luo Ye said, suddenly exclaiming and stretching his neck to look ahead.

”What, who did you see?” Ye Xuan asked, also peering forward.

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