Rebirth in the 90s: Her Counterattack and Redemption

Chapter 1287: Chapter 771: The Agony of Owing a Debt

“Sister Ye’er, are you upset?” Seeing Luo Ye silent for so long, Dongdong couldn’t help feeling a bit uneasy.

“No, I was just thinking about what your mother told me earlier…” Luo Ye sighed and looked at him, “Your mom always treats you like a child and doesn’t dare to tell you certain things. Actually, I feel that you might not be as clueless as she thinks.”

“Even someone as sensible as Sister Ye’er is still treated like a child by Aunt Wen, right? That’s just how parents are.”

“Ha…” Dongdong’s little adult-like words made Luo Ye chuckle. “Then tell me, do you know about your grandpa’s and father’s health issues?”

“Of course I know.” Dongdong nodded, “The Yin Family has a hereditary disease history. Symptoms usually appear around seventeen or eighteen years old. My grandpa showed symptoms at eighteen, my dad at seventeen.

If I’m unlucky, I might get it between sixteen and nineteen. If I pass that dangerous period, it means I’ve dodged it. Actually, I’ve known about this for a while, but I didn’t want to worry my mom, so I never mentioned it.

Fortunately, the hereditary disease in our family isn’t too severe; it won’t threaten life. The only annoying thing is that if I do get it, I won’t be able to join the military academy.

But even if I can’t be a soldier, so what? At worst, I’ll switch to finance. Anyway, I’m sticking with Sister Ye’er for life, whether she agrees or not.”

Luo Ye glared at him: “Since you know there might be such a possibility, why don’t you take better care of yourself? Do you think making your mom worry gives you a sense of accomplishment?”

“Hehe…” Dongdong chuckled awkwardly, “I’ll be careful in the future, no more instant noodles, I’ll eat more vegetables and fruits. I’ll try to be plump and healthy by this time next year.”

“With your skinny frame, going white and plump?” Luo Ye gave him a sidelong glance, unable to hold back a laugh, “If Sister Xing Nong saw you now, she’d be so annoyed she might hit the wall saying you’ve grown ugly.”

Dongdong is at the most awkward voice-changing stage for boys, having shot up to about 1.72 meters tall, with a child’s frame paired with a nasally voice, truly a case of an ugly duckling.

“Where would Sister Xing Nong remember me now…” Dongdong said with a laugh, “She’s busy being managed by Brother Lu Lu now.”

“That’s true…” Luo Ye smiled, then her expression turned serious, “By the way, how did you find out about your grandfather’s family’s medical history?”

“My dad told me. He wanted to take me back, so he told me about it, saying that with Mom’s abilities, she couldn’t afford my medical expenses, and so I might be at risk in the future.”

“How old were you then?” Luo Ye frowned.

“Eleven.” Dongdong glanced at Luo Ye’s expression, “Sister Ye’er, I didn’t deliberately hide it from you; I just didn’t know how to tell you.”

“I understand. You staying by your mom’s side now says everything. Actually, you should find time to talk to your mom about this so she doesn’t always worry about you.”

“I wanted to tell her a few times, but when it came down to it, I didn’t know how to start, mainly because I was worried she’d feel bad recalling past events.” Dongdong hesitated, “Sister Ye’er, if one day he’s doing really bad and I don’t acknowledge him, is that considered unfilial?”

The “he” Dongdong mentioned naturally referred to his biological father, Yin Dejiu.

“That depends on one’s own limits, but I would say it’s not. Think about the life you and Sister Li used to lead. It’s not like he doesn’t know; yet when has he ever inquired about you two?”

“I get it.” Dongdong’s face relaxed.

Luo Ye looked puzzled: “Have you seen him?”

“Yes, he sells vegetables at the farmers’ market near our school, with a lame leg…” A hint of confusion flashed in Dongdong’s expression, “I’m really worried, what if Mom runs into him?”

“You’re worrying too much about adult matters, just take care of yourself.” Luo Ye looked at him amused, “Both you and your mom are worrying unnecessarily about each other. Isn’t it tiring just guessing? Wouldn’t it be better to clear things up?”

They chatted a bit more, and then Luo Ye sent him back to the dormitory.

“Sister Ye’er…” As they neared the dormitory area, Dongdong stopped and hesitated.

“Just say what you want, no need to beat around the bush.” Having long considered Dongdong a younger brother, Luo Ye spoke without reservation.