Rebirth in 1986: Unforgettable Regrets

Chapter 854: Chapter 854: Xiao Yue Has Lost Favor

Tang Mingli found it hard to believe.

He could understand other things, but Zhang Hualian not knowing how many children she had?

"Alas, when your second sister-in-law gave birth to Xiao Yue, it was a difficult labor, and she fainted right after Xiao Yue was born," Tang Zhengde said with emotion. These days, Tang Zhengde deeply felt Zhang Hualian’s remorse.

No wonder she felt uneasy; after all, her biological son had been lost for over twenty years, and she didn’t even know of his existence.

"Did Second Sister-in-law go to deliver lunch to Lian Qingyang?" Tang Mingli glanced around the house but didn’t see Zhang Hualian.

"That’s right, Hualian has been going to Southwest Road every day these past few days," Tang Zhengde said with a smile. Zhang Hualian had just learned the truth and wanted to make amends.

Tang Mingli nodded in understanding and said, "It’s only right that Second Sister-in-law wants to make it up, but Xiao Yue might feel neglected now."

Tang Mingli teasingly looked at Tang Yue, who was sitting on the sofa eating fruit.

Tang Yue peeled a longan, glanced at him, and said, "Uncle, I’m not jealous. I’m actually happy that Mom is taking care of Xiao Yang."

She ate a longan, spat the seed into a nearby trash can, and added, "I’m not neglected; Mom had soup with me before she went to Southwest Road."

Before leaving, Zhang Hualian had ladled a bowl of duck soup for Tang Yue, and they would have lunch together when she returned.

"Tsk tsk tsk, Xiao Yue is eating so well. Why doesn’t she gain weight?" Tang Mingli examined Tang Yue. Her face was slightly rounder than before, but she was still far from being called chubby.

Her belly was large, even larger than Wei Jiajia’s when she was about to give birth, and her legs had thickened significantly. Yet, she didn’t seem overweight at all. Instead, she had a maternal radiance that made her even more beautiful, with a serene quality that made her, in Tang Mingli’s eyes, the most beautiful pregnant woman he had ever seen.

Hmm, no, the second most beautiful pregnant woman.

His wife, Wei Jiajia, during her pregnancy, was the most beautiful in his heart.

"As long as the children are growing healthy, what’s the harm if I’m a bit thin?" Tang Yue had gone for prenatal checks earlier, and both babies were growing normally and healthily.

*

Southwest Road, at the company.

"So, how is it? Does it taste good?" Zhang Hualian watched Lian Qingyang gobble down the food and couldn’t help but say, "Eat slowly, no one is going to take it from you. Are you coming home for dinner tonight?"

"Yes."

Upon hearing that he would be eating at home, Lian Qingyang immediately nodded.

"Mom, the food is delicious, I really like it. But it’s a bit too much trouble, and with Sister alone at home, I can’t feel at ease," Lian Qingyang said as he ate large bites of the dishes: stir-fried spicy pork, sautéed cabbage, Mapo Tofu, and a bowl of duck soup—balanced with meat and vegetables, and extremely tasty.

Lian Qingyang finished all the food, filling his stomach completely.

"Xiao Yue’s dad is at home," Zhang Hualian said with a smile, "It’s not far from here, if you have time, come home for meals."

"Okay." Lian Qingyang nodded, repeatedly emphasizing, "Mom, please don’t bring food again. When Mr. Tang isn’t at home, it’s not safe for my sister to be home alone."

Tang Yue was already seven months pregnant, her belly was alarming large, and Lian Qingyang wouldn’t dare to leave Tang Yue at home alone. If anything were to happen, what would Tang Yue do?

"Don’t worry, we won’t leave your sister home alone," Zhang Hualian replied with a wide smile, deeply gratified by the closeness between the siblings.

Returning home, Zhang Hualian mentioned Lian Qingyang to Tang Yue: "Xiao Yue, Xiao Yang is really worried about you, afraid you’d be unsafe alone at home."

"He’s always like that," Tang Yue smiled softly and said, "Mom, let’s prepare the room Xiao Yang stayed in yesterday for him, so he can live here. It’ll be lively with more family around."

"Alright," Zhang Hualian agreed happily, saying, "I want to change the bedding."

"Change it," Tang Yue agreed immediately and said, "Not just the beddings, let’s add more items to bring life to the room."

Like a razor—essential for men—and a toothbrush and cup.

Previously, being a guest staying for a couple of days meant such things could be used casually. But now that Lian Qingyang was her biological brother, he should naturally stay at home when there’s no problem, and more people would make the place lively.

"Yes, yes, I’ll prepare everything you’ve mentioned," Zhang Hualian said enthusiastically, ready to head out. Tang Yue also wanted to accompany her.

"No, your belly..."

Zhang Hualian’s first instinct was to refuse.

Tang Yue reassured her, "Mom, there’s a large mall nearby. It’s only a ten-minute walk, just as good as going for a stroll. Besides, if I don’t move around now, what if I have a hard time during delivery later?"

"And if I get tired, I’ll find a place to rest before continuing. We’re not in a rush, right?"

Tang Yue’s words successfully convinced Zhang Hualian, who reminded her, "If you feel uncomfortable, you must say so."

"Definitely."

Tang Yue assured her, and the mother and daughter headed to the mall. Throughout the walk, Zhang Hualian was very worried about Tang Yue. Seeing that Tang Yue only walked slowly without any discomfort, she felt at ease. At the mall, upon entering a store, the first thing Zhang Hualian did was arrange for Tang Yue to sit down before she went to choose the items.

With all the picking and choosing, Tang Yue couldn’t walk far, but seeing Zhang Hualian enthusiastically buy a bunch of things—ranging from bedding, shoes, belts, to small items like towels and toothbrushes—and the happiness on her face, Tang Yue felt content too.

Fortunately, Zhang Hualian brought a small pushcart, and it was easy to place everything on it.

"Xiao Yue, how are you? Are you feeling unwell?" Zhang Hualian looked at Tang Yue with concern. Despite asking this question countless times throughout the walk, she still couldn’t help but ask again.

"Mom, I’m fine, and I don’t feel tired at all."

Tang Yue cradled her belly. Other than walking slowly, she genuinely didn’t feel tired despite the stop-and-go nature of the trek. It allowed her to get out and see the world; otherwise, she’d feel like she was going moldy staying at home every day.

"That’s good."

Feeling relieved, Zhang Hualian saw they were almost home. She felt even more at ease when she saw Mo Xiaolin standing at the door.

"In-law, you’re here," Zhang Hualian warmly welcomed Mo Xiaolin inside.

"Yes, I came to check on Xiao Yue."

Mo Xiaolin waved the groceries in her hand and said, "I wanted to prepare something nutritious for Xiao Yue."

"Xiao Yue’s belly seems even bigger," Mo Xiaolin remarked upon seeing Tang Yue, who still looked somewhat frail, but her belly was alarmingly large.

"Mom, a bigger belly means the babies are growing in there." Tang Yue’s face was full of happiness. She felt lucky to have such a wonderful mother-in-law.