Chapter 257: Chapter 239: Has Wanwan Ever Hated Her Birth Mother? (2 Updates)
Song Wei spoke, making Wen Wan feel a bit warm on her face. She muttered softly, "Anyway, you called, not me, so it’s up to you to say whatever you want?"
Though her voice was small, Song Wei heard every word. He said nothing and smiled lightly, gesturing for her to sit down.
Fanghua saw her little grandson finish a piece of mung bean cake in no time and thought he might be hungry. She suggested, "Let’s not just sit here, let’s have a meal together, shall we?"
"I’ll make arrangements." Lu Xingzhou said as he was about to stand up.
Song Wei stopped him, "Father-in-law, there’s no need to trouble yourself. I need to go to the government office; time might be tight."
Lu Xingzhou’s gaze involuntarily turned to Wen Wan.
Wen Wan sensed it and looked at Song Wei, "If you’re busy, husband, just go. I’ll accompany my godfather and godmother to eat. You can have Uncle Lin take you to the government office and then come back to pick me up."
Song Wei didn’t respond immediately, and his hesitant expression clearly showed unease.
He’s not worried that the father-in-law and mother-in-law might suddenly reveal the truth from years ago or harm Wanwan.
That worry is purely from an adult’s standpoint, not feeling comfortable leaving his own child outside alone.
The age gap and the experience of watching Wanwan grow up made Song Wei feel more responsibility towards her than romantic affection.
Lu Xingzhou saw this and said with a smile, "Third Son, if you’re worried, my wife and I can personally take her back for you."
"That way, it would be too much trouble for the father-in-law and mother-in-law." Song Wei had already stood up, "I’ll have Uncle Lin come pick me up later."
"Then let me see you off."
With that, Lu Xingzhou left the room with Song Wei.
Seeing the father-in-law had something to say alone, Song Wei slowed his steps downstairs.
"Third Son, are you worried that while you’re not here, my wife and I might impulsively recognize our daughter?" Lu Xingzhou asked.
Song Wei did not deny it, even though he wasn’t thinking that at all.
Lu Xingzhou didn’t get angry, instead, he laughed, "Since you’re guarding against even me and Ah Yin, it shows how well you protect Wanwan. We’re not worried about entrusting her future to you."
Song Wei said, "Wanwan is pure-hearted; she shouldn’t have a too complicated background to avoid getting into unclear troubles in the future."
"I understand your concerns." Lu Xingzhou agreed, "Ah Yin feels the same way, not recognizing her. Like today, it’s nice enough to acknowledge her as a goddaughter, so we can eat together as her godparents."
As he spoke, it seemed he thought of something again, a layer of joy crossed his mature and handsome face, "I forgot to tell you some good news: Ah Yin is pregnant, over two months now."
Song Wei was a bit surprised, paused for a moment, then showed a smile, "Indeed, it is thrilling news."
Unable to recognize his biological daughter, and his son sentenced.
Thirty years during which countless unforeseen changes may occur.
Whether Lu Yanqing will be alive to return at that time, no one dares to predict.
As a fellow man, Song Wei can understand the unspeakable sorrow in his father-in-law’s heart.
The arrival of this child, like a timely rain, although it cannot change the present situation, at least fills the gap in father-in-law’s descendants.
"Congratulations, Father-in-law."
Song Wei said sincerely.
Sharing the hidden joy in one’s heart with others and receiving blessings, Lu Xingzhou couldn’t quite describe his feelings at that moment, but a smile showed on his face, "When the child is born, I’ll write to you."
Song Wei replied with a soft affirmation.
Lu Xingzhou continued, "We took half of the Hidden Guard from the Princess Mansion, leaving half in the Capital to protect you all. The leader of the Hidden Guard is Wei Qian; if you encounter difficulties, just instruct him to handle it. Also, the savings my wife and I have amassed over the years is with Longsheng Bank, and this is the token to withdraw it."
Lu Xingzhou handed a brocade pouch to Song Wei and said, "Consider it a farewell gift to Wanwan. I can’t give it to her face to face, so I must entrust it to you."
Standing from Song Wei’s position, he shouldn’t accept it, but since it was meant for Wanwan from the father-in-law and mother-in-law, he had no reason to refuse, so he thanked verbally.
Lu Xingzhou gently patted him on the shoulder, "Entering the political arena, many times you can’t remain untouched, but I still hope, as your father-in-law, that you can remain true to yourself and be a good official for the country and the people."
"I understand, Father-in-law."
Lu Xingzhou looked at the sky, "It’s getting late. If you need to hurry to the government office, I won’t hold you up."
Song Wei bowed, and after saying goodbye, he got into the carriage, quickly disappearing in front of the tea house.