Chapter 493 Who Can Refuse Grandma's Words
Ye Shenge quickly changed the subject, lest her uncle sink through the floor if they continued.
"Uncle, my and my cousins' houses will still need someone to look after them recently. I'll trouble you to check on them every two or three days."
"Sure, I'll just take it as a walk, and I can see how beautiful the houses you're so eager to move out to are."
"Of course, they're not as beautiful and luxurious as our old Bai family home. I'm moving out just for some peace and quiet. You know how troublesome living in the staff quarters can be."
Ye Shenge suddenly noticed Luo Xueli straightening her back again when she praised the Bai family's house. It was becoming an eyesore for her.
"You're just fussing around. Those brats are thinking of moving out before they even get married. Do they think we're old and nag them all day?"
Grandpa's temper was becoming more like a child's, always scolding even when he was concerned.
"That's not it. My cousins are afraid of disturbing your rest by coming home late. Besides, living outside gives them a chance to meet girls, and maybe one day they'll bring home your granddaughters-in-law."
"Hmph, I wish it were as you say. They're almost thirty and still single. The Bai family has always had many descendants, but now there are only two children. It truly infuriates me."
Ye Shenge understood that elders liked a lively home with many children. Moreover, in this era, being unmarried at thirty was indeed unusual.
And when Luo Xueli was pregnant with her second child, she was almost forced to have an abortion. The rule was one child per family, and it was only after the Bai family paid a substantial fine that Xiao Shuobo was allowed to be born.
The remaining cousins might only be able to have one child, so the fourth generation of the Bai family was not very numerous.
"Nannan, you're always at the pharmaceutical factory and school. Have you seen any good girls? Keep an eye out for my cousins. I absolutely must have them all married within a year."
Grandma suddenly called out to Ye Shenge, who just wanted to put her hand to her forehead. She wasn't someone who liked making friends.
"Well, I'll look around carefully later."
"You don't know that your second and third aunties are so carefree. They aren't worried about their sons not getting married, and I don't know what they're thinking."
Ye Shenge and her eldest aunt exchanged glances. They didn't want to get involved. The main reason was that the cousins were too opinionated; if pushed too hard, they wouldn't even want to stay in Mingcheng.
"It's alright, at worst, Chu Fan and I can have two more."
Luo Xueli's sudden interjection silenced the living room. The eldest aunt lowered her head and continued knitting, while Grandma smiled at Luo Xueli.
"You were already under scrutiny when you had your second child, and it's more important to raise two children well than to have more.
Luo Xueli touched her belly and lowered her head. Ye Shenge's heart skipped a beat. Had she gotten pregnant again? It shouldn't be; her eldest cousin wouldn't add to her worries.
"Mhm, I understand. I'll teach Shuoyang and Shuobo well."
"It's fine, your grandmother and I will take care of the children. You should visit your father and brother more often; it's not easy for those two men to live alone."
Luo Xueli looked at her grandmother with gratitude, feeling that her family cared for her.
"Thank you, Grandma. My father is busy at the factory every day and doesn't have much time to come home. My brother will be going to college in a couple of years. I just tidy up their house when I have time."
"Mhm, you arrange it as you see fit."
"My youngest brother is doing very well in his studies. The teachers say if he performs normally, he'll definitely get into Mingcheng University."
"Mhm, that's very good."
"I want to arrange for my brother to go to the best high school in Mingcheng so he can have better teaching resources."
"Mhm, discuss these matters with Chu Fan."
"But Chu Fan said my brother's grades aren't high enough for the best high school, and admitting him would only increase the pressure.
However, I was thinking that since my fourth brother is now a teacher at Mingcheng University, perhaps he could tutor my brother, and his grades would improve significantly."
Ye Shenge put her hand to her forehead. Were these the grades to get into Mingcheng University?
"Xueli, it's easy for our family to arrange for one student to enter, but if their ability isn't sufficient, it's not good to enter and face greater pressure. Ordinary high schools can also produce university students.
And although your fourth brother is a teacher at Mingcheng University, he's just started his tenure and still needs to pursue his postgraduate studies. So, he won't have time to tutor your brother."
Grandma Bai directly refused. People in their family had no obligation to sacrifice for the Luo family. Besides, her eldest grandson had already bought a house for the Luo family and given them many good things. People should know when they have enough.
Luo Xueli felt humiliated by the refusal, especially since she couldn't even help her younger brother with such a small matter. Moreover, her younger brother had become very sensible, and he was the hope of the Luo family. If she, as an older sister, didn't extend a helping hand now, she might not have the chance to help later.
Luo Xueli looked at Ye Shenge, who was sitting and drinking tea. She knew there was nothing Ye Shenge couldn't do. But just as she was about to speak, she saw Ye Shenge put down her cup and look to the side.
"Grandpa, Grandma, I need to go to the factory to check on things. I'll bring you back something delicious when I return."
"You're leaving after not staying long? Will the factory stop running if you're half a day late? I won't see you for a long time after you leave tomorrow. Stay with Grandma this afternoon!"
Oh dear, who could refuse Grandma's words when she sounded so pitiful?
"Look at Grandma, speaking so pitifully. I visit every week. But since Grandma asked, I definitely can't refuse. I'll have dinner here today."
"Hahaha, my Nannan knows how to dote on her Grandma."
"Arong, go pick up the children later. Everyone will stay for dinner at Grandma's today."
"Alright, I'll also notify Zi Shao on the way."
"Don't bother with him; he's bound to be working overtime today before he leaves tomorrow."
Arong rubbed his nose and left. He felt that Zi Shao's status at home was declining, and now he couldn't even get a meal at the Bai family's.
Not long after, they heard Xiao Shuobo crying upstairs. Luo Xueli immediately ran up.
The eldest aunt looked at her elder daughter-in-law and helplessly shook her head. Ye Shenge could only pat her hand to comfort her.
"Chu Fan doesn't like coming home anymore. Although I believe my son wouldn't fool around outside, he can't endure constant neglect.
Look at Xueli; you have no idea where her focus is. She can't take care of the children, and she can't hold onto her husband. I truly regret letting her marry into our family."
Ye Shenge didn't respond because marital unhappiness wasn't caused by friction for a single day. Time truly could change a person completely.
"Shenge, your eldest cousin dotes on you the most. Can you take some time to probe his thoughts for me? What does he plan to do now? He can't just avoid Xueli for the rest of his life.
They already have two children. If this continues, the children will grow up in an unhealthy environment. As their grandmother, I can't compensate for the love they're missing."