Chapter 2191
Recognizing a Godmother
He An's age and status are still a significant advantage.
All her friends would comfort her.
Who told her to have a brother who's worth hundreds of millions?
He Yuan returned to Beijing, and the Xiao Yuan sisters were still too young.
If you want to get to know He Xinghua, befriending He An is the best shortcut.
During this period, He An thrived in He Xinghua's company, and this was the reason why.
Of course, once He Xinghua's marriage is settled, He An's role will become dispensable.
By then, it will be time for her to have a proper understanding of herself.
He Yuzhu has never made any long-term plans for his children.
But with his current knowledge, he can clearly see the future development of each child.
He was quite at ease with his three children.
But the fourth kid, that brat, has absolutely no sense of respect.
He seems timid in front of everyone, but he's not afraid of anyone and dares to cause trouble.
If released, it might become a menace.
This is a shared understanding between He Yuzhu and his wife.
To be honest, the couple also wanted to keep a child with them.
I don't want my fourth child to be as outstanding.
Every family experiences trivial matters, joys and sorrows.
At least the He family's Lunar New Year lunch was still lively.
He Yuzhu brought Xiaochong and his grandson over to live with the He family.
Old Man Shi felt as if a long-cherished wish had been fulfilled ever since He Yuzhu agreed to take care of Xiao Xiaochong.
After successfully studying the lock cylinder, his body suddenly turned downwards.
Old Man Shi seemed to have been living with a constant sense of tension, but now that tension had suddenly dissipated.
There are only a few days left.
He Yuzhu felt a little regretful; he shouldn't have agreed so readily to let Old Man Shi take care of Xiao Xiaochong.
If he doesn't agree, Old Man Shi might be able to hold on for a few more years.
However, He Yuzhu also knew that his thoughts were just wild speculation.
At least for now, Old Man Shi is very happy. He is curled up in his wheelchair, watching the little bug interact with the He family's children with a smile.
His expression was calm.
It seems that she has made up her mind and has no more worries.
He Yuzhu brought a cup of hot tea to Old Man Shi and said with a light laugh, "Master Shi, have a cup of tea to warm your stomach."
"Thank you!" Old Man Shi accepted the teacup from He Yuzhu with both hands, but his eyes remained fixed on the little bug.
He Yuzhu didn't understand why Old Man Shi had refused to give him a permanent position until Old Man Shi fainted in the lab and was taken to the hospital.
According to the doctor, Old Man Shi had lymphoma, which he estimated to have had for several years.
The doctor took off his clothes and found that his back was bulging, like the skin of a toad.
He must have suffered a lot these past years, and all he could do was endure it.
Now that his wish has been fulfilled and his anger has subsided, he is no longer willing to endure it.
"You really don't want to try? I can pay for it," He Yuzhu said softly.
Upon hearing this, Old Man Shi paused for a moment, then slowly shook his head.
He looked intently at the little insect and said with a smile, "I came out early because I was diagnosed with this disease."
I was originally planning to go home and wait to die.
Like my master and my colleagues, no matter if they were injured or old and frail, they would huddle in some hole and starve or freeze to death.
The government was kind and even arranged a place for me to stay.
And just then, we ran into a little bug returning from the countryside.
I feel that God deliberately arranged for me to meet her, giving me a chance to atone for my sins.
……
Principal He, do you know the pain I've endured all these years?
I tossed and turned all night, unable to sleep because of the pain. It felt like my whole body, even the bones in my body, ached. ...
What I fear most is, as the doctor said, that my lymph nodes suddenly compress a nerve, causing me to become paralyzed or unable to move...
Not only would I be unable to take care of the child, but I would also become a burden to the child.
Heaven has taken pity on me, allowing my grandfather and me to meet such a kind person as you.
Before I left, I did one good deed. ...
I really don't want to endure this anymore!
When Old Man Shi said these words, his hands were actually trembling the whole time.
He had great difficulty speaking, and it's likely that he only came to the He family's house today because he was forcing himself to stay awake.
He Yuzhu understood his feelings and immediately promised, "After you leave, I will take care of Little Bug."
You don't need to worry about her future work or life.
"I wonder if you have any other wishes?"
He Yuzhu was referring to taking care of someone, not adopting them.
This can also be considered his personal motivation.
If he were to adopt the little bug as his daughter, then any future developments between He Ping and her would be impossible.
Old Shi was taken aback when he heard this, and he also understood the implication in He Yuzhu's words.
Xiaochongzi is a girl, and she has always had a good relationship with He Yuzhu.
Given that he had come to beg for help today, He Yuzhu should have taken the opportunity to bring up the adoption.
After all, adopting a daughter only means spending more money on a dowry in the future.
This is not a problem for the Ho family.
But then Comrade Lao Shi turned his head to look at the little bug who was squeezing onto the sofa with He Ping and playing cards, and the scene of them ganging up on He Shouyi.
He suddenly seemed to sense something, turned around and smiled at He Yuzhu, nodded and said, "With your promise, I can rest assured."
I have two more requests, and I hope Principal He will grant them.
"Please speak!" He Yuzhu said solemnly.
"One is that after I pass away, I hope Principal He can help arrange a sunny place for my final resting place."
It's fine even in the desolate mountains and wilderness.
I've spent my whole life walking in darkness.
"I also want to bask in more sunshine." Old Shi said, his eyes filled with longing.
He Yuzhu nodded and replied, "Yes, I promise you."
Regardless of the other person's past.
The Lao Shi that He Yuzhu knew was a man who had turned over a new leaf.
He helped He Yuzhu, and He Yuzhu was willing to fulfill his last wish.
When Lao Shi heard He Yuzhu's answer, he breathed a sigh of relief, and the expression on his face relaxed a bit.
He continued, "There's one more thing. I'm thinking of having the little bug recognize you as its godfather."
That way, you won't cause any gossip if you treat her well in the future.
This person must be experienced in life and very thoughtful.
Of course, while there are still negative connotations associated with "godfather" today, it hasn't become a completely derogatory term like it has in later generations.
However, He Yuzhu always felt awkward.
He thought for a moment, then called out to the kitchen, "Wife, wife, come out for a second."
"What?" Liu Ting came out wearing an apron.
"Master Shi wants the little bug to recognize you as her godmother, so you can have another goddaughter. Are you willing?" He Yuzhu asked with a smile.
"Huh?" Liu Ting was stunned.
"...Godfather doesn't sound good, and it's easy for people to misunderstand."
So let the little girl recognize you as her godmother!
"With you protecting her, it's good for everyone." He Yuzhu offered another explanation.
"You're so cunning!" Liu Ting scolded playfully. (End of Chapter)