Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2512 - 2448: It’s Not That Simple

"Nian Che likely believed that since I was so young at my mother's death, I wouldn't recall a single detail. But to his regret, my memories began quite young. I distinctly recall how, in her dire sickness, she kept telling me that I was her primary worry in this life. She expressed her desire to provide me with the finest things, yet it was already too late, with no opportunity left. During her most severe condition, fearing my deep sorrow, others permitted me only a far-off view for her final moments."

Meng Xinian stated flatly, "They assumed that remote glimpse was my last encounter with her, but that was far from reality. The evening prior to her demise, I slipped through the window to visit her on my own. On that occasion, my mom shared all she wished me to understand, every recollection she could summon, without mentioning adoption of a child or any such topic."

"Do you believe, if she had truly penned that adoption document willingly, she wouldn't have brought it up to me as she lay dying?"

Chiang Xiao nodded right away.

"Furthermore, consider this: back then, she adored me above all and hated to part from me. How could she include in a letter a request for me to look after another youngster? Even instructing to lift someone from a bridal carriage? You may not realize, but she treasured me immensely; even the top kids in the residential area, no matter their parents' closeness, like Chen Yin, if they wronged me, my mom would grow irritated and correct them."

In essence, Nian Chengcheng was the type who cherished her offspring deeply, fiercely guarding them. Even should she have taken in a girl, she'd at most advise against mistreating the younger sibling and to care for her, but she surely wouldn't specify details like bearing someone from a sedan in a written note.

Nian Che truly fails to grasp this.

"I can declare that my bold personality, unafraid even in the vast residential compound, stemmed from my mom's guidance. Each time I struck someone, her initial query was invariably, 'Did they start it with you?'"

As though if they had indeed instigated, he was fully justified in retaliating.

The person who molded him into such a dominant figure was none other than Nian Chengcheng.

Yet, Nian Che truly fails to comprehend.

Chiang Xiao sat there, stunned in silence.

Meng Xinian stroked her head gently and remarked, "One could call your mother-in-law a biased parent. Regrettably, her bias served solely to shield me."

Beyond him, Nian Chengcheng possessed a soft-hearted nature.

She poured all her resilience into motherhood.

If not, she wouldn't have faced such a tragic fate.

Chiang Xiao commented, "So, you're suggesting that Nian Che might have fabricated this letter?"

"I lack knowledge of how it came to be written, but I refuse to accept it outright; it fails to capture my mom's genuine intentions. Thus, this document holds no sway over me."

It merely heightens his resolve to confront Nian Che.

Did he imagine that letter would compel him to embrace the adoption?

Absurd notion.

Moreover, when exactly did Nian Mutong get her residency in our household?

Even if it were documented, he could challenge its removal, much less with no foundation at all, merely presenting this letter—what value does it hold?

With that thought, Meng Xinian abruptly halted.

What value?

Was his entire scheme aimed simply at irking them?

But wouldn't he realize that ultimately, he'd reap no benefits?

As seen today.

Could this truly bring him satisfaction?

"Little one," Meng Xinian hesitated before adding, "Perhaps Nian Che's motives run deeper, or he might be merely attempting to rile us up."