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Back to the Eighties: A Beloved Marriage
On the day Grandma Zhao passed away, Zhao Guofu sent Zhao Lei to deliver the news to the City.
Just like when Grandfather Zhao passed away, Zhao Guoqiang and the others hesitated for a moment before returning to Willow Leaf Village.
Zhao Lei, who came to deliver the message, personally experienced the reaction of Zhao Guoqiang's family. The ideas that had been forcibly instilled in him by Grandma Zhao and Chen Cui suddenly had no follow-up.
Looking back today at the conflicts and contradictions between their family and Uncle's family, Zhao Lei was quite surprised to find that he couldn't pinpoint a single fault in Uncle's family.
Everyone in their family was well aware of Zhao Jin marrying Qi Zheng. It wasn't Zhao Jin's fault; it was their family's prior scheming. And Uncle's family's subsequent prosperity, while envy-inducing, actually had nothing to do with them.
All of this was due to Uncle's family's fortune; they neither stole nor cheated anyone. Instead, it was their family's actions that were truly disgraceful.
Now that he felt mature enough to discern right from wrong, Zhao Lei couldn't help but feel ashamed and embarrassed about his family's behavior over the years.
However, no amount of shame or embarrassment could restore the long-broken familial ties between the two families.
No, it wasn't just with Uncle's family; there were also issues with Third Uncle's family. Their interactions had been quite unpleasant as well. To this day, they wouldn't even exchange a single word.
While there were elders in the family, this was the situation. Zhao Lei had no doubt that from now on, their family would have no dealings with either Uncle's family or Third Uncle's family. Even during holidays and festivals, there would be no expectations anymore.
Would his parents regret realizing this?
Zhao Lei didn't know if his parents would regret it; as for himself, he felt a twinge of regret.
It was only when he matured that Zhao Lei increasingly realized how unlikable their family's past actions were.
If given another chance to start over, he would definitely persuade his parents and grandparents against their previous decisions.
Unfortunately, he no longer had that opportunity.
Zhao Jin did not know whether Zhao Guofu and the others would regret their decisions. However, she did not care much about it.
Everyone must pay the price for their actions. Zhao Jin herself had always adhered to this principle in life.
Therefore, she would not invest too much thought into Zhao Guofu and the others, who were destined to remain distant relatives.
When Qi Rui got married, Zhao Jin and Qi Zheng gifted a set of wedding housing to Qi Rui and his spouse. Additionally, they also made up for Qi Yuehong and her partner.
It was not that they had deliberately delayed buying for Qi Yuehong before; rather, Qi Yuehong had always refused to accept it. This time, taking advantage of Qi Rui's wedding, Zhao Jin found an opportunity and would not allow Qi Yuehong to refuse.
Qi Rui and Qi Yuehong were both grateful for the care shown by Zhao Jin and Qi Zheng, holding it deep in their hearts.
Some words, when kept on the lips, inevitably seem insincere. In contrast, both Qi Yuehong and Qi Rui had particularly reserved personalities; they preferred to keep their feelings hidden and express them through actions.
Zhao Jin and Qi Zheng treated Qi Yuehong and Qi Rui well, not to elicit gratitude from them. After all, Qi Yuehong and Qi Rui were siblings; they were family, and such kindness was undoubtedly taken for granted. Zhao Jin and Qi Zheng had the ability to do so, so they did.
As for gratitude or reciprocation, neither Zhao Jin nor Qi Zheng took it to heart.
True family does not need to mention gratitude. For Zhao Jin and Qi Zheng, this was their belief.
As Zhao Daxi spent more time working in the workshop, she quickly became one of the responsible persons there. Even with two children in tow, Zhao Daxi no longer needed to worry at all.
On the other hand, Wang Jun suddenly returned to Willow Leaf Village six months later to apologize to Zhao Daxi.
Wang Jun explained that he had encountered an accident in the county that required him to pay a large sum of money. The woman outside immediately packed her things and ran off with all of Wang Jun's money overnight. She also took away the child that was yet to be born.
Wang Jun never expected that during his lowest point of difficulty, that woman would treat him this way. He was furious but felt utterly helpless.
After venting his anger in the rental house in the county, Wang Jun dejectedly returned to Willow Leaf Village, wanting to remarry Zhao Daxi.
Zhao Daxi did not know about the changes happening outside with Wang Jun, nor did she ever consider reconciling with him.
Some wounds last a lifetime. Wang Jun's betrayal was something Zhao Daxi could never forgive. Even though Wang Jun was the biological father of her two children, Zhao Daxi was resolute in her decision not to turn back.
Fortunately, both children were very considerate and always stood by their mother, which comforted Zhao Daxi's heart.
Zhao Jin certainly supported Zhao Daxi's decision not to remarry Wang Jun. In fact, she even suggested that as long as Zhao Daxi was willing, she could take her and the two children to live in City at any time.
This was not the first time Zhao Daxi felt Zhao Jin's kindness. She shook her head and still declined. She knew very well that even if she took her two children to City to find Zhao Jin, Zhao Jin could afford it. However, one must rely on oneself; one cannot always think of depending on others. Jin was her sister, and it was kind-hearted of her to help, but she and her two children were not Jin's responsibility. This point had always been very clear to Zhao Daxi.
Coincidentally, there was another person who regretted just like Wang Jun—Yao Tao, the object of Qi Ze's past affection.
Zhao Jin and the others were aware that Yao Tao had run back to her maternal family with a child. Since there hadn't been much interaction for a long time, they didn't pay much attention to it. However, when Yao Tao found the Clothing Store and insisted on seeing Qi Ze, it left Zhao Jin speechless.
Yao Tao came under the guise of an "old friend." Upon seeing Zhao Jin, she warmly called out "Sister-in-law," leaving Zhao Jin momentarily stunned.
Once she realized this person was Yao Tao, Zhao Jin couldn't help but laugh.
Well, since this person had gone through the trouble to find her, it seemed she had ulterior motives.
Zhao Jin was correct in her assumption; Yao Tao had come to rekindle her relationship with Qi Ze. She still remembered how deeply Qi Ze had cared for her back then, so naturally, she had many thoughts now.
However, Yao Tao completely ignored the fact that Qi Ze was already married and even had children. Or perhaps Yao Tao simply did not regard Sun Qiuer at all. She stubbornly believed that Qi Ze had liked her so much back then and surely still felt the same way now.
Zhao Jin did not stop Yao Tao from meeting Qi Ze. She did not think there was anything that needed to be avoided in such matters. It was better to clarify everything at once than for Yao Tao to hold onto any lingering feelings and come back again.
Qi Ze shared the same thought. He indeed came to meet Yao Tao but also brought along Sun Qiuer and their twin sons.
Indeed, Qi Ze is now a father of two children. Unfortunately, he couldn't manage to have a "good" character, as he has two sons in a row.
However, whether it's a son or a daughter, Qi Ze loves them equally, and the family of four lives a very harmonious life.
At this moment, Yao Tao chose to come knocking on the door, which immediately provoked Qi Ze's extreme dislike and aversion.
While youthful love is undoubtedly the most beautiful, it does not mean that those feelings can continue into the present. Nor does it mean that Yao Tao can take advantage of Qi Ze's past affection to act recklessly.
At least for Qi Ze, his feelings for Yao Tao have long since turned the page. Now that Yao Tao has come back, it is clear that she has ulterior motives.
Knowing full well that Yao Tao does not have good intentions, Qi Ze naturally cannot show her much kindness.
Yao Tao can sense Qi Ze's coldness and distance towards her. However, she herself doesn't mind. After all, they haven't seen each other for so many years, and their previous relationship was indeed quite unpleasant; it is only natural for Qi Ze to harbor resentment towards her.
In fact, the very fact that Qi Ze still resents her proves that he still cares about her. Otherwise, where would the hatred come from if there were no love?
Admittedly, Yao Tao is somewhat dramatic. At least what she perceives is not acknowledged or agreed upon by Qi Ze.
Qi Ze has no intention of having any ties with Yao Tao. His words and actions are particularly straightforward and decisive, leaving no room for her to maneuver.
Yao Tao is clearly disappointed. She thought that Qi Ze was still the boy who once wholeheartedly liked her. Unfortunately, even Qi Ze has changed.
Coming with high hopes but leaving in disappointment, Yao Tao instinctively pushed all the blame onto Sun Qiuer.
If it weren't for Sun Qiuer being present, Qi Ze would definitely not treat her this way.
Thinking this way, Yao Tao plans to come back to find Qi Ze again next time.
As for Qi Ze, he is not afraid of Yao Tao coming to find him a second time. After all, he has long lost any feelings for her; no matter how she approaches him, it will be useless.
However, it is undeniable that after many years, encountering Yao Tao's one-sided entanglement again has resolved Qi Ze's previously intense feelings of frustration.
In the end, it is not that he himself is not good enough, but rather that Yao Tao's heart is too big. Whether one has money or not makes a significant difference.
Thinking this way, many past pains become trivial and unworthy of mention.
Life is often like this. No one knows what will happen in the next moment. The grievances and discomfort experienced now may very well be part of growth and experience. When looking back in the future, who can guarantee that they won't be just fleeting memories?
Therefore, no matter when or where, do not be intimidated by the pain you are currently facing or experiencing. As long as you bravely take a step forward, you will definitely find a different path ahead.
Just like Qi Ze, Zhao Jin, and Qi Zheng, they are all the same. It is because of their efforts that the days ahead will become better and more exciting.
And Zhao Jin believes that even if her hair turns gray and she loses all her teeth, there will always be a Qi Zheng by her side, willing to accompany her forever.
As long as Qi Zheng is there, Zhao Jin fears nothing and is unafraid.
Qi Zheng represents the greatest significance of her rebirth and is the goal she will always remember and continue to pursue.
Year after year, day after day, it remains the same. (The End)
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