Half a month later, Luo Hao brought five million to repay Pei Shizhou. Because the Luo family had spent some money and some time, it took them a while to raise the five million.

"Shizhou, Xiaochu, thank you."

"Uncle, there's no rush with the money. You can take it if you need it."

"Shizhou, no need. I've been too busy with business these past few years to take care of my two children. I've missed out on too much of them. Especially Xiao Kai, his personality is getting more and more out of control."

Once I've finished my work, I want to take a break and spend time with my child; making money isn't urgent. So I don't need that much money right now, and I'll borrow it from you later if I need it.

As for Xia Guofang's matter, Luo Hao should also think about what to do. Over the years, he has worked hard to earn money in order to provide a good living environment for his two sons.

But the more money he earned, the less he could care for his family, which caused Luo Yuekai to go astray. He would cry and make a scene, and Xia Guofang would agree to anything he wanted, including the birthday present Luo Hao bought for Luo Yuechuan.

Luo Hao recently discovered that all the birthday gifts he had bought for his eldest son over the past three years, no matter what they were, had been taken by Luo Yuekai.

Luo Yuekai didn't like it, he just couldn't stand seeing his brother living such a good life. After Luo Yuekai took the birthday gifts, he threw them aside, which made Luo Hao extremely angry.

A few days ago, Luo Yuekai was beaten so badly by him that he couldn't get out of bed and had to take a week off from school. Luo Hao decided that he had to correct his son's personality and couldn't let him continue like this.

"Okay, Uncle, you and Xiao Chu sit down for a bit. I'll go cook. Stay home for lunch."

It's already past ten o'clock. Xia Yichu got up early this morning, and Pei Shizhou was worried that she would be hungry, so he wanted to cook dinner as soon as possible.

"Shizhou, no need. Xiaokai is at home by himself, and I have to go back to look after him. Xiaochu, I bought you some fish maw; I heard it's very good for pregnant women."

This fish maw was brought back from the coastal area by a friend of Luo Hao who was in business. Luo Hao also bought it for Su Qingyan and Zhou Miaoying when they were pregnant.

"Uncle, thank you. Please have a glass of water before you go."

Luo Hao looked better than he had been half a month ago, but not by much. Xia Yichu felt a little sorry for him and had just poured him a glass of water from her spatial storage.

However, he sat down and talked to Pei Shizhou without drinking any water, so Xia Yichu picked up the water and handed it to him. Luo Hao didn't think much of it, took the water from Xia Yichu and drank it all in one gulp. After talking for a while, he also got thirsty.

He sighed inwardly that having a daughter was still the most comforting thing. Thinking of his troublesome youngest son, Luo Yuekai, gave him a headache. Luo Hao finished drinking the water and put the cup down.

"Then I'll head back now, you guys keep going."

Although Luo Hao refused to be driven, Pei Shizhou still escorted him to his doorstep. Luo Hao had walked there; his house wasn't far from there.

"Go inside! Take good care of Xiao Chu, and call me if anything happens."

"Uncle, slow down."

Luo Hao nodded before leaving. Pei Shizhou watched him walk away before going home. As soon as he got home, he heard Xia Yichu sighing.

"Sigh, Luo Yuekai is fourteen years old this year. Can your uncle still discipline him? And Xiao Chuan, he's only two years older than Luo Yuekai, but he's so sensible that it breaks my heart."

Xia Yichu saw Luo Yuechuan at her own wedding. He liked Lin Xingcheng and followed him to ask him questions about his studies.

Lin Xingcheng also enjoyed being with him, saying that he studied very hard and was a very good person. This was the first time in all these years that Xia Yichu had ever heard Lin Xingcheng praise someone like this.

"As long as my uncle is determined to discipline him, it will be somewhat effective. Also, and most importantly, there's no one around to protect Luo Yuekai."

Pei Shizhou was referring to Xia Guofang, who was too ashamed to go back after all that had happened. Grandpa Xia said she was currently living in the house she and Luo Hao had married, a house given to her by Grandpa and Grandma Xia.

She dared not go home, fearing Luo Hao would divorce her. Luo Hao didn't go to see her either; it was fair to say that no one wanted to talk to her anymore.

However, Xia Guofang keeps coming to Xia Guoan every few days, hoping that Xia Guoan can say a few good words for her in front of Luo Hao. And here she is, coming to see him again today.

"Second brother, please help me! I beg you."

Xia Guofang hasn't dared to go home lately. She hasn't seen her youngest son in a long time and wonders how he's doing. Her eldest son, on the other hand, doesn't require her worry; he's never needed anyone to take care of him since he was little. Xiao Chuan has always been a good student, independent, and capable of doing everything.

By the way, with Xiao Chuan as his older brother, he should be able to take good care of his younger brother, so there shouldn't be any problem. But it can't go on for too long either; what if Xiao Kai hasn't seen her for too long and they've lost their feelings for each other?

Thinking of this, Xia Guofang began to feel anxious. Was the relationship she had worked so hard to build with her youngest son over the past few years about to be lost again?

"Guofang, it's not that I don't want to help you. What you did was too much. I don't even know how to tell Luo Hao."

"And Dad said that everything you do should be done according to Luo Hao's instructions, and I'm not allowed to interfere."

Grandpa Xia gave Luo Hao a stern warning, telling him to handle things as he saw fit. He could divorce Xia Guofang if he wanted; Grandpa Xia wouldn't stop him, and would still treat him like a son, inviting him to come over for meals anytime.

He also warned Xia Guoan not to interfere in their affairs, saying that Xia Guofang deserved it and did not deserve sympathy, and that she must be taught a lesson this time.

"Second brother, Dad is getting senile, and you're getting senile too."

"Xia Guofang said angrily. That day, her father watched helplessly as Luo Hao beat her, and Xia Guofang was heartbroken."

Later, her second brother called her home and berated her severely, saying that if she continued to harm others, he would sever ties with her.

For the past two weeks, Xia Guofang hasn't visited Grandpa Xia. She's been waiting for Xia Guoan on the way to the market every few days; Xia Guoan has been living with his father recently. Worried that he might be upset, she's been taking care of him and cooking for him every day.

"Xia Guofang, you've gone too far."

"That's right. If Luo Hao divorces me, what will happen to the two children? Are you really willing to watch Luo Hao remarry and bring a stepmother to the two children?"

"If my stepmother abuses my child later, won't you, as the uncle, feel heartbroken? How many stepmothers are truly good to their children? By then, it will be too late for you to stop it."

Xia Guoan fell silent. Xia Guofang's words made some sense. The two children were indeed pitiful; a stepmother was definitely not as good as a biological mother.

Luo Hao is not even forty years old yet, so it seems unrealistic to expect him not to remarry. Besides, you can't stop these kinds of things from happening.

"Go back first, let me think about it carefully."

Xia Guofang regretted not thinking of using the child as an excuse earlier; Luo Hao's sister-in-law was quite clever. Although she had schemed against her, Xia Guoan was actually quite grateful to her at this moment.

Apart from Luo Hao's eldest brother and younger brother, who are still in jail, the rest of the Luo family members have been released because they confessed to all their crimes. They also showed remorse and returned most of the money to Luo Hao.

The amount involved is quite large, so the sentence will likely be quite long. Most importantly, it depends on Luo Hao's attitude. Knowing that Luo Hao is difficult to persuade, Sister-in-law Luo started by working on Xia Guofang's side.

He would often visit her and offer her advice. At first, Xia Guofang scolded her and tried to drive her away. But later, when Xia Guofang had no one else to confide in, he gradually accepted Luo Dasao's help.

"Okay, second brother, you take good care of Dad. I'll go see him after he calms down."

After Xia Guofang finished speaking, she left in a hurry. Xia Guoan wanted to call her to his house, but he didn't even have time to say anything.

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