Free Web NovelChapter 1444: Chapter 1014: Full-time Mother’s Counterattack 22 (Four Thousand)
A week later, Mrs. Deng and Aunt Chen came to their home. Just by looking at their attire, it was evident they were refined people.
Deng Bin accompanied his mother off the train and went straight to the house. Qi Qi wasn’t working that day, so she waited at home and prepared a large table of dishes. Since it was the weekend, the kids were home too. She introduced them one by one, and Aunt Chen saw the situation and said it was fine.
"I’m originally a Chinese teacher in high school. I retired, and the school wanted to rehire me, but I really don’t want the hassle. I’d also like to be closer to my son. I’ve heard from the kids about your situation, as an aunt, it’s truly not easy for you. Don’t worry, I’m experienced in taking care of kids, and I can also supervise the children’s studies. Let’s try for a month first. If you think I’m suitable, you can keep me. If you feel I’m not OK, just say it, no need to feel embarrassed. Since I’m here, I don’t plan to return, and I can look for other work..."
Aunt Chen wore glasses and looked like an educated person, no wonder she could raise a top student from Beijing University. Moreover, she was neat and refreshing, a refined person. From the first impression, Qi Qi felt she liked her.
"No rush, Aunt. Let’s adapt slowly, a month should be enough to get used to it. If you wish to go out during weekends, you can anytime. If there’s overtime, I’ll pay extra, based on the daily wage."
"Oh dear, silly girl, you’re offering me ten thousand a month, food and lodging included, and I can see my son anytime. Honestly, I’m grateful and content. I came to Beijing just to be closer to my son, so don’t worry about weekends. You young folks can just focus on your work. I’ll help care for the little ones at home. Look how sensible your son is. One of the two little ones is already sent to daycare; the other is just a matter of two years. Once they’re attending daycare, things at home and outside will ease up. The hardship is only for these two years, but it’s alright."
Aunt’s understanding deeply touched Qi Qi. Over the next week, from the father’s relief to the children’s joy and the son’s occasional compliments, it was clear that everyone was very satisfied with Aunt Chen. The son even started calling her "Grandma Chen," and the two little ones followed suit, which delighted Aunt Chen tremendously.
The father wasn’t one to idle, and there was a small vegetable garden in the yard. He spent a lot of time tending to it daily. With one handling outdoor and the other taking care of indoor and kids, it relieved Qi Qi of her worries, pleasing everyone.
The father was only concerned about his son, but eventually, he received a call from Qi Yong, telling him he had completed the divorce procedures with Chen Xinhao.
The mother’s death seemed to have truly struck him. Learning that his two kids had been taken in by his sister and were now attending school and living well, he cried on the phone.
"Dad, I’m sorry, I was wrong, I really was wrong. Don’t worry, I won’t disturb you all. I’m now heading to Southern to work, I will strive hard. I won’t dump the kids on my sister and do nothing myself. I’ll earn money for the kids’ living expenses. I’m sorry to all of you, sorry to my mom, and especially sorry to my silently dedicated sister. Rest assured, I’ll take good care of myself. Tell my sister thank you!"
After hanging up, the father was also in tears, and Aunt Chen stayed by his side, comforting him for an entire afternoon.
When Qi Qi returned home and heard about Qi Yong, she merely nodded slightly.
"If my mom’s death still can’t awaken his conscience, Dad, from now on, just pretend you never had this son?"
Qi Qi said no more and went upstairs to work. Seeing his daughter busy day in and day out for the family, the father ultimately swallowed the words stuck in his throat, thinking, well, future generations have their own blessings. As long as he could still move, he might as well help as much as he can.
Qi Qi began her busy routine from five points in a line. She attended classes on workdays and went to the firm to help when there were no classes. After evening class, she went to Star Company, often returning home around ten. The children were already asleep. On weekends, she had to livestream to sell goods, busy every day with hardly a moment to rest. She felt like the iron lady of the family, determined to support a home for three children and an elder. So she took great care of her health and paid attention to self-maintenance, even sleeping in the same space at night. Any unfinished work was completed in the space, ensuring enough sleep, which keeps her in good shape.
