Back to 1984: Let's Work Hard Together to Raise The Kids!-Chapter 296: Taking Precautions

When Chen Xinyue entertained them, Lin Qin was present the entire time, not leaving her side.

There were also maids busying themselves, and Mu Qinglian was eager to show off in front of Lin Qin, leaving Guo Lingyue without any chance to intervene.

Before leaving, she looked eagerly at Chen Xinyue, sincerely apologizing, "It was my fault before. I hope, sister-in-law, you won’t hold a grudge. I will listen to Mom from now on and get along well with you."

Mu Qinglian nodded with satisfaction.

However, Lin Qin furrowed her brow as she watched.

Seeing this, Guo Lingyue continued, "If you ever have some free time, sister-in-law, let me know. We can go out for a meal, shopping, or tea. I know the capital well and can show you around, while you also get to meet some people."

Chen Xinyue obediently agreed, "Thank you, sister-in-law. I’ll contact you when I have the time."

Guo Lingyue felt relieved, thinking that Lin Qin couldn’t stay in the capital forever, giving her plenty of chances.

After they left.

Lin Qin closed the door, exchanged a glance with Chen Xinyue, and asked, "What do you plan to do next?"

Chen Xinyue’s lips curled into a slight sarcastic smile, "I’ll take things as they come. I’m not afraid of her."

Anyone could see that Guo Lingyue had ulterior motives, but she didn’t want to expose her in front of Mu Qinglian.

Lin Qin shook her head, "That’s not good. You’re pregnant, so there’s no need to waste energy on trivial matters. I think you should come back to An City with me to take care of yourself. We have fresh vegetables, fruit, chicken, duck, pork, and seafood. Whatever you want to eat, we have it.

And An City’s climate is good, like spring all year round. When it’s time for your confinement, I’ll be there to help. It would be much more comfortable than staying with your in-laws, wouldn’t it?"

Truth be told, Chen Xinyue was tempted.

"But how should I explain it to my in-laws?"

Lin Qin straightforwardly called Xiao Jinlin and expressed her intentions.

Xiao Jinlin, anxious, rushed back from the company and immediately apologized to Lin Qin upon entering, "Mom, did I do something wrong? Please tell me so I can change."

"What nonsense!" Lin Qin frowned, a bit speechless, "I am worried about Xinyue being home alone and having to deal with all sorts of people, which isn’t safe. Coming back with me would cut off these pointless interactions and allow her to live freely at her mother’s home. Experts say a pregnant woman’s mood can affect the baby’s development and intelligence. You wouldn’t want Xinyue to be unhappy, right?"

Xiao Jinlin was smart and immediately understood Lin Qin’s underlying message. Upon asking the maid and learning that Guo Lingyue had visited today, his face darkened.

The maid sighed and said, "Boss, I think your sister-in-law seems strange. She tried several times to enter the kitchen today and got chatty with me, asking all sorts of questions. I found it odd that someone who has only been here once would act like this after just one visit.

No wonder the madam’s mother was uneasy. That person even said she’ll visit often and wants to take the madam out for shopping and meals. Your mother-in-law was particularly happy, and the madam couldn’t refuse."

It was the same old story again!

Xiao Jinlin was so angry he almost swore.

Since Guo Lingyue hadn’t done anything concrete, he couldn’t make a fuss. He had to adhere to Lin Qin’s plan, having someone pack Chen Xinyue’s things and personally taking them back to An City.

A few days later, when Mu Qinglian brought Guo Lingyue to the alley and learned that Chen Xinyue and Xiao Jinlin had gone to An City, they were both stunned.

Unlike Mu Qinglian’s surprise, Guo Lingyue was filled with rage. All the plans had been set, but that woman ran away. How hateful!

Mu Qinglian, unaware of Guo Lingyue’s thoughts, only anxiously inquired about the reason.

The maid gently replied, "I heard that there’s a happy event at the madam’s family’s side. Moreover, the madam suddenly craved her grandpa’s seafood and some An City snacks. Although I can handle seafood, I can’t replicate her grandpa’s taste, and I don’t know how to make those An City snacks at all.

Sir felt sorry for the madam, and since her mother was returning, they decided to go together."

"Oh, I see!" Mu Qinglian realized and understood. After all, she had also been pregnant and received a higher education, understanding how pregnant women’s desires are hormonally driven at times, irresistibly wanting something.

"Alright then, I’ll call them later to see when they’ll be back."

Seeing Mu Qinglian leave it at that, Guo Lingyue, full of reluctance, caught up, "Mom, isn’t it bad for sister-in-law to travel around while pregnant?"

Mu Qinglian waved her hand, "She’s just going back to her mother’s, and with Jinlin and her mother accompanying her, what’s wrong with that? Don’t overthink it. By the way, how is Yuanyuan lately? I haven’t seen her for quite a while."

Lately, Guo Lingyue had been visiting her frequently, but she never brought the child, which made her wonder what was going on.

Guo Lingyue’s face stiffened, and she quickly bowed her head to apologize, "Mom, I’m worried that Yuanyuan crying would upset you. If you want to see her, I’ll bring her over tomorrow. However, she caught a cold recently and hasn’t fully recovered....."

"Caught a cold again?" Mu Qinglian paused, frowning as she glared at Guo Lingyue, "If the child is still sick, why are you running around? Take care of your own family’s matters first!

From now on, bring Yuanyuan with you every time you come, and stop running around without a good reason."

Guo Lingyue turned pale, and couldn’t say a word as she was scolded.

When she returned, Xiao Jincheng asked about her outing today.

Guo Lingyue, gloomy, said, "Mom said she wants to see Yuanyuan. I told her Yuanyuan hasn’t fully recovered from being sick recently, and she scolded me, saying I haven’t handled my family’s affairs and am always running outside. She also said to bring Yuanyuan along every time I go there." 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

She laughed self-deprecatingly, "It means that as long as Yuanyuan isn’t fully well, I can’t go out. I must have owed her in my past life..."

Xiao Jincheng frowned disapprovingly, "What nonsense are you talking about? What does this have to do with the child? Was it her choice? We didn’t give her a robust body; taking care of her is our duty."

This instantly infuriated Guo Lingyue, and her long-suppressed grievances erupted, as she stood up in disbelief, tears blurring her vision, "Haven’t I taken good care of her? How much effort have I put into her from birth until now? You always say we must be responsible for her, but in reality, it’s me and the nanny who are looking after her!

You only play with her a bit after work, but when she cries, you quickly get impatient and hand her back to me. You don’t even understand the pain of child-rearing! I’m on the verge of breaking down, and I can’t even go out for some air. As soon as mom hears that the child is sick, she blames me. Everyone blames me, as if I’m the one guilty of a mortal sin! Waaahhhhh..."

Xiao Jincheng didn’t expect such a strong reaction from Guo Lingyue. Seeing her break down like that, he couldn’t bring himself to voice any reproach and was left with no choice but to crouch down and comfort her, "Alright, the issue has arisen, and we must face it properly. Crying won’t solve anything."

Guo Lingyue clung to Xiao Jincheng’s clothes like she had found a lifeline, "I’ve realized mom clearly favors Chen Xinyue more. I feel sidelined now, and what if Chen Xinyue gives birth to a healthy child? Will I still exist in mom’s eyes?"