Chapter 176 - 178 Let Me Think
The son she brought into this world after ten grueling months of pregnancy. How dare her mother-in-law suggest he be adopted out?!
Ma Xiulian asserted casually, "Because the feelings between the third and fourth brothers have always been the strongest since childhood. Right, third brother?"
Chen Jianye, being called out, stuttered, "Mom, it’s too early to discuss these issues. Fourth brother will definitely come back safe."
Among the five brothers, his bond with the fourth was indeed the strongest. But these days, who ever complained about having too many sons?
He couldn’t even bear the thought of adopting out his son, and he just had one at the moment. Even if he had several, he couldn’t do that.
The more sons, the more labor power at home. And there’d be no worry about who would look after them in their old age.
And if one of his sons made something of himself, not only would the whole family benefit and enjoy the blessings, but they could also bring honor to their ancestors. Even in death, he could meet with his ancestors of the Chen family with dignity.
However, Ma Xiulian shook her head, resolutely saying, "No! I’d feel unsettled unless we decide on this. I wouldn’t even sleep well at night!"
After she finished speaking, she added as if not making her point painful enough, "Your father holds the same thought."