Moreover, over the years, Sheng Xinhao hadn’t been a competent father.
This money could be considered as Sheng Xinhao’s child support for Xiao Xi.
“The thing is, we don’t even know if Xiao Xi will ever have children in this lifetime.” When the topic of children came up, the elderly couple sighed.
Sheng Zexi’s health issue had never been disclosed to Sheng Xinhao—only they knew about it.
Of course, they had no intention of letting Sheng Xinhao find out. Given how old-fashioned he was, if he learned Xiao Xi couldn’t have children, his favoritism, which currently leaned toward Xiao Xi, would likely shift to his younger son.
Sheng Xinhao was an extremely pragmatic man.
“Didn’t Xiao Xi mention before that Ningning knows medicine and had treated him? Maybe there’ll be good news soon,” Grandpa Sang comforted.
Grandma Sang sighed. “I long for great-grandchildren—boys or girls, it doesn’t matter. But what I long for even more is for Xiao Xi to have children of his own. Only then would his life feel complete.”
To the older generation, a man’s life was only truly fulfilled when he had a loving wife, adorable children, and understood the responsibilities of being a husband and father.
That way, even in old age, he wouldn’t be lonely.
Just then, the phone suddenly rang.
Grandpa Sang stood up to answer it, murmuring as he walked, “What if, while we’re talking about Xiao Xi and Ningning, it’s actually them calling?”
“Could be,” Grandma Sang followed him over.
As soon as Grandpa Sang picked up the phone, he heard Sheng Zexi’s familiar voice calling out, “Grandpa.”
Grandpa Sang was instantly delighted. “It really is Xiao Xi! Your grandma and I were just talking about you and Ningning.”
“It’s really Xiao Xi? Let me talk to him.” Grandpa Sang didn’t argue with his wife and handed her the phone.
“Xiao Xi, it’s Grandma. How have you been? Is Ningning doing well?”
“We’re both doing fine.”
After exchanging a few pleasantries with his grandmother, Sheng Zexi said, “Grandma, Ningning is right beside me. We called today to share some great news with you and Grandpa.”
“Great news?” For them, great news could only mean one thing—Ningning was pregnant. But was that possible?
The next moment, Sheng Zexi’s voice came through the phone: “Grandma, Ningning is pregnant. It’s been three months, and it’s twins!”
The words struck Grandma Sang like thunder, exploding in her ears.
Her eyes widened, and her hand holding the receiver trembled. She turned to the old man beside her, too overwhelmed to speak.
After a long pause, she grabbed her husband’s arm with her free hand and said, “Did you hear that? Xiao Xi said Ningning is pregnant—three months along, and it’s twins!”
“Really?!” Grandpa Sang was ecstatic.
“Good, that’s wonderful.” They had just been discussing Xiao Xi’s children, and now they were given such a tremendous surprise.
Ningning was pregnant—three months along with twins. Two babies at once! This was too good to be true!
“Let Ningning take the phone. I want to talk to her.”
Soon, Gu Jianing was on the line.
Over the phone, Grandma Sang spoke softly, gently inquiring about Gu Jianing’s health and the condition of the babies.
She went on to explain in detail many things to pay attention to during pregnancy.
When she learned that Gu Jianing was doing well in every aspect, she finally relaxed.
“Ningning, how about Grandma comes to the Northwest Military District to take care of you? Otherwise, it’ll be too hard on you,” Grandma Sang suggested.
After all, unlike Grandpa Sang, who had work commitments, she didn’t. Besides, her health was excellent.
“Grandma, there’s no need. I’m doing fine now, and it’s only been three months.”
“But what about when your belly gets bigger? Who’s going to help you during your confinement month? Who’ll take care of you and the babies?”
Gu Jianing then mentioned that her mother would come to assist her during the postpartum period.
“Well, that’s good too. But the babies will still need care, and with twins, it’ll definitely be harder as the pregnancy progresses. Grandma should still come over.”
In the end, Gu Jianing couldn’t refuse the elderly woman’s insistence. They agreed that once her pregnancy was further along, Grandma Sang would go to the Northwest Military District to take care of her.
When the call was handed back to Sheng Zexi, Grandma Sang sighed. “I never expected Ningning to be pregnant—and with twins, no less! Now, taking money from Sheng Xinhao isn’t wrong at all. These are his grandchildren—he should be supporting them.”
Hearing Sheng Xinhao’s name, Sheng Zexi frowned. “Grandma, what’s going on?”
Grandma Sang didn’t hide anything. She told Sheng Zexi about how Sheng Xinhao had come to persuade them to convince him and Ningning to divorce, as well as their demand for the house and half of the savings.
The more Sheng Zexi listened, the darker his expression grew.
“Grandma, there’s something else you don’t know yet. Ningning is amazing—she’s now a doctor at the Northwest Military District. Not long ago, there was a landslide in a nearby village, and Ningning participated in the rescue efforts. She even received commendation for it…”
“Oh my, I always knew Ningning was outstanding. It’s just Sheng Xinhao—he’s blind! His eyes are plastered with filth, or else he wouldn’t have married that hypocritical woman.”
As a woman who had lived many years, Grandma Sang had encountered countless people in her life.
She could tell good from bad at a glance.
That Fang Wanrong? A wolf in sheep’s clothing. Only a blind fool like Sheng Xinhao would be fooled into thinking she was a good woman.
“Xiao Xi, your grandpa and I demanded those things for you. If he actually sends them or transfers the money, just take it—consider it as compensation for you and child support for the two grandchildren.”
“Accept it without hesitation. Otherwise, who knows when that woman might sweet-talk him out of it?”
“Grandma, I understand.” Initially, Sheng Zexi had indeed felt reluctant to take anything from Sheng Xinhao. He disdained his father’s possessions and didn’t need his help.
But Grandma had a point.
Some of those things originally belonged to his mother. Though she had never acknowledged him or been close to him, blood ties were undeniable. So, some things were rightfully his.
Besides, he wasn’t alone anymore—he had a wife and soon, children to provide for.
Whether it was money, the courtyard house, or other properties, they were all valuable. And he knew his little wife had a bit of a soft spot for wealth.
“As long as you understand.” Grandma Sang was relieved. She had been worried Xiao Xi might stubbornly refuse.
But now, seeing how much he had changed since marrying Ningning, she felt reassured.
This was good.
“If he dares to show up later, Grandma will keep squeezing things out of him—everything will go to you.” Grandma Sang was determined to strip Sheng Xinhao, this irresponsible man, of everything he had and give it all to her grandson.
Sheng Zexi didn’t know whether to laugh or cry.
Meanwhile, Sheng Xinhao, who had just retrieved the property deed from home to transfer ownership, suddenly shivered. He looked up at the sky and frowned.
The early spring in the capital was still a bit chilly.
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