PDLP Chapter 212 The Scheme of Mother and Son
Chapter 212 The Scheme of Mother and Son
212 The Schemes of Mother and Son
Zhou's mother watched Zhou Junhao anxiously. When she saw him gradually regain his composure, the huge weight in her heart finally lifted, and she breathed a long sigh of relief.
As long as the child can remain rational, the secret she has been trying so hard to hide may continue to remain buried deep within.
After all, so many years have passed since this incident. If Zhou Junhao hadn't discovered it by accident, probably no one else would ever have known the truth.
At this moment, Zhou's mother was only thinking about keeping this secret hidden for the rest of her life, and would never allow it to be leaked in the slightest.
Because once the truth comes out, her hard-won peaceful life will be destroyed; moreover, she really doesn't want to recall those past years filled with resentment and pain.
"...You've finally calmed down, haven't you?" Zhou's mother said softly, looking at Zhou Junhao.
After talking with him for a while, seeing that his emotions were gradually stabilizing, I decided to take this opportunity to have a heart-to-heart talk with him.
No matter what, the person in front of me is still my own flesh and blood!
She was unwilling to let this cause a complete breakdown in her relationship with her son, turning them into enemies.
Therefore, she sincerely hoped that Zhou Junhao could put himself in her shoes and understand the difficult situation she was in, and know how to act next, instead of acting impulsively and recklessly, causing the situation to develop into an unmanageable state and putting them in an extremely passive position—such an outcome was definitely not what Zhou's mother, as a mother, wanted to see.
"Mom..." That cry seemed to contain a thousand words, yet it also seemed to be just an empty symbol.
At this moment, his feelings were like a tangled mess, too complicated to sort out.
When his gaze turned to Zhou's mother, he was at a loss as to how to face this familiar yet unfamiliar woman, and even less clear about how to communicate with her.
Every time he looked at Zhou's mother, those unbearable memories flooded his mind like a tide.
His once proud family background has now become a huge joke, and he himself has become the protagonist of this joke.
All pride and confidence crumbled in an instant, leaving only heartache and confusion.
Zhou's mother's expression was unusually serious. Her gaze was like two torches, shooting straight at Zhou Junhao. There was also a hint of warning in her eyes, which made Zhou Junhao feel a strange sensation.
Although he felt somewhat uncomfortable, he understood that his mother must have had a deeper meaning in doing so.
Whether for his own sake or for his mother's sake, this matter must remain buried deep in his heart forever, and must never be revealed in the slightest.
At that moment, none of them noticed that in a corner not far away, a pair of eyes were closely watching their every move.
Although they were too far away to hear the exact content of their conversation, I still managed to glean some key information.
From the man's shocked expression, it was clear that the few words he had heard were enough to stir up a storm in his heart.
"Okay, Mom, I know what to do."
After saying this, Zhou Junhui fell silent.
There was silence.
If it weren't for the sound of breathing, no one would have noticed that anyone was still in the hall. After a long silence, just when Zhou's mother thought Zhou Junhui wanted to say something, or rather, was about to say something, he stood up, his gaze empty yet complex, staring at her for a long while before finally standing up without a word and leaving.
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Meanwhile, the situation on Chu Jiuyue's side appeared exceptionally harmonious and warm.
Since Chu Jiuyue began to gradually accept the existence of the Mo family, her relationship with the Mo family members has become increasingly harmonious and amicable.
Nowadays, whether interacting with my parents-in-law or other family members, there is a lot of love and respect between us, and this harmonious atmosphere makes me feel incredibly warm.
As time went by, Chu Jiuyue's relationships with everyone grew closer and closer.
Her originally aloof temperament was gradually melted by the warmth of her family, replaced by a new image that was gentle, charming, and yet generous and dignified.
It must be said that the environment has a huge impact on people. In just a few months of getting along, Chu Jiuyue has undergone such a significant change.
That day, when Mo's mother saw Chu Jiuyue sitting leisurely in the courtyard basking in the sun, she walked over with a smile and asked, "Jiuyue, would you like to go out for a walk and see what's going on?"
Mo's mother knew her daughter-in-law well; she was quite interested in gossip.
At home, unless she comes across particularly interesting gossip that piques her curiosity, she would rather lie in a chair and enjoy the sunshine than move an inch.
After spending these past few months together, Mo's mother has gotten to know her daughter-in-law's temperament to some extent. Although she wouldn't dare to claim that she knows her 100%, she has at least a 70-80% understanding of her.
Recently, there have been rumors circulating about the complicated emotional entanglement between Liu Lili, Liu Jia, and Wang Baozi, and the matter is still unresolved!
It was precisely this situation that made Mo's mother find it quite interesting.
So, she enthusiastically joined her daughter-in-law and Grandma Mo's group, and the three of them formed a gossip squad, making for a very lively scene.
The men of the Mohist school, witnessing this scene, felt both helpless and amused, finding it truly a situation where they didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
"Mom, why is this never-ending drama between the three of them?" Chu Jiuyue couldn't help but complain. She was at a loss for words when it came to describing the complicated relationship between the three of them, and could only shake her head speechlessly.
It's important to know that this matter has been dragging on for quite some time, and it still hasn't been properly resolved.
This made Chu Jiuyue deeply question Wang Baozi's abilities, and she muttered to herself: With such meager skills, how could he become the chosen one in this small world? This is far too undeserved and shameful!
"Hehe, these children...sigh!" Upon hearing Chu Jiuyue's words, Mother Mo simply chuckled and sighed, a complex expression on her face.
Seeing the hesitant and unspeakable expression on Mo's mother's face, Chu Jiuyue felt increasingly at a loss for words.
She pondered to herself: Why are these children always so fickle and lacking in judgment when it comes to matters of the heart?
Even if someone has saved your life, there's always a limit to everything!
Look at that perfectly good fiancée, who ended up being abandoned because of the man's own inappropriate behavior.
Isn't this just reaping what you sow? You really can't blame the girl! The only one to blame is this man for his incredibly inconsiderate behavior. Oh, thank goodness it's not my son!
However, if it's a daughter-in-law... uh, no, no, that's not what I meant! I just wanted to say..." Mother Mo recalled what she had just heard outside and couldn't help but feel emotional, muttering to herself.
The more he thought about it, the more upset he became. He felt utterly disgusted by Wang Baozi's actions, which had even implicated his honest and simple-minded son.
As she was getting into her story, she suddenly realized that her daughter-in-law was still standing next to her. An embarrassed and awkward smile appeared on her face, which Chu Jiuyue, who was standing to the side, saw and felt quite helpless.
"Mom, don't explain anymore. I understand what you mean. You're just so angry about this." Chu Jiuyue naturally understood her mother's feelings at this moment, so she didn't take what her mother had just said to heart, nor did she get angry or upset because of it.
On the contrary, she actually admired Mo's mother's straightforward and unpretentious personality.
After all, to outsiders, Mo's mother has always been a gentle, quiet woman, but in reality, she only shows her truest self without reservation in front of her close family.
Although this event happened a long time ago, its impact is deeply imprinted on her life trajectory.
Her once frank, uninhibited, and outspoken personality nearly brought irreparable consequences to the Mo family and her maternal family.
Recalling that harrowing experience, Mo's mother still feels lingering fear.
At that time, her unreserved words and impulsive personality almost brought shame and trouble to her family.
Since then, she has come to realize that her words and actions not only concern her own safety, but may also affect her loved ones.
So, out of self-protection and to prevent others from using her to hurt her beloved family, she gradually concealed her sharp edges and buried her true nature deep in her heart.
To outsiders, she is now quiet, gentle and charming.
However, only her close friends and family knew that she was not originally such a gentle and docile person.
Kindness certainly exists deep within her heart, but her so-called gentleness is merely a disguise after weathering many storms.
Back then, she was a fiery, forthright, and free-spirited woman, but the various ups and downs and hardships in life forced her to change herself.
This change was undoubtedly a painful yet resolute choice for her.
Every time I suppress my true feelings, every time I force a smile, it's like leaving a tiny but painful scar on my heart.
At this moment, having truly accepted Chu Jiuyue as her daughter-in-law, Mo's mother finally felt a slight relaxation of her long-tense emotions.
With Chu Jiuyue's subtle and unintentional guidance, Mo's mother gradually lowered her guard and began to unleash her long-suppressed nature.
Chu Jiuyue had long seen through the long-standing suppression and control that Mo Mu had exerted over her; and in the subsequent development of the plot, Mo Mu eventually met her demise, the reasons for which were quite complex.
On the one hand, the woman who traveled from another time naturally interfered and deliberately sabotaged things; on the other hand, it was due to the deep-seated inner turmoil of Mo's mother and the long-term suppression of her true feelings.
When all these factors came together, they erupted like a volcanic eruption, causing Mo's mother to become deeply mired in negative emotions and ultimately die.
Now, Chu Jiuyue has accepted her new identity and is open to the existence of the Mo family.
Given this, she had no reason to stand by and watch Mo's mother suffer any further harm.
Therefore, she decided to step forward and act as a guide for Mo's mother, trying to enlighten and persuade her. However, regarding the deep-seated problem in her heart, Chu Jiuyue believed that there was no need to rush it and that it could be dealt with later.
After all, as long as Mo's mother's temperament gradually changes, her views and opinions on many things will naturally change as well.
In this way, Chu Jiuyue no longer needs to worry too much.
As for how things will unfold in the future, Chu Jiuyue pondered to herself. Even if the situation were to become extremely dire, at least she could ensure that Mo Mu's life was safe. Without a doubt, Chu Jiuyue's consideration was indeed extremely wise.
Later, a series of unexpected events followed one after another, impacting people's lives like a raging storm.
These changes undoubtedly brought tremendous emotional turmoil to Mo's mother, whose mood was like a small boat adrift in a raging storm.
However, it is comforting that despite the torment she suffered, Mo's mother did not fall into despair again and have suicidal thoughts.
As time passed and everything settled down, people looked back and suddenly realized that the child they had always cherished and pampered had unknowingly made so many sacrifices for the family.
His seemingly insignificant actions, like countless stars, converged into a dazzling galaxy, illuminating the path forward for the entire family.
At this moment, everyone can't help but feel a sense of emotion.
As the saying goes, "cause and effect are in a cycle," the seeds of kindness sown in the past have now blossomed into magnificent flowers and borne abundant fruit.
The good deeds you have done will eventually be rewarded someday in the future.
All of this makes people deeply realize that as long as you have good intentions and persist in doing good deeds, you will eventually reap abundant blessings and good fortune.
She often chatted with Mo's mother, talking about everyday matters and occasionally mentioning novel things in the outside world. Mo's mother was initially very reserved, but gradually she was also influenced by Chu Jiuyue.
Chu Jiuyue's actions also subtly changed Mo's mother's personality and inner turmoil, allowing her to begin letting go of everything and integrating into life.
I remember one day, Chu Jiuyue took Mo's mother to the market.
The market was bustling with activity, filled with all sorts of novelties. Chu Jiuyue saw a vendor selling sugar figurines and bought two adorable ones, handing one to Mo's mother.
Mother Mo held the sugar figurine, a rare smile appearing on her face.
“Mother, there are many beautiful things in life worth discovering,” Chu Jiuyue said with a smile. Mother Mo nodded gently, the heavy feeling in her heart seemingly dissipating considerably.
After that, when the family encountered some trivial disputes, Mo's mother no longer brooded alone or forcibly suppressed her emotions as she used to.
She began to learn from Chu Jiuyue's optimistic attitude, and the atmosphere in the entire Mo family became more relaxed.
Everyone noticed the change in Mo's mother and looked at Chu Jiuyue with new respect. Chu Jiuyue knew that as long as this continued, Mo's mother would be able to completely resolve her inner turmoil.