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Chapter 78 When to get a divorce

The afterglow of the evening sun shone on the Lin family's courtyard, adding a touch of tranquility and peace to this ordinary farmhouse.

Lin Yanqing walked into the house with slightly tired steps. As soon as she stepped into the yard, she heard bursts of laughter coming from inside the house.

He gently pushed open the door, and the scene inside came into view.

Mr. and Mrs. Lin were sitting at the table, their faces beaming with joy, as if they were immersed in some kind of great happiness.

Seeing Lin Yanqing return, his mother quickly stood up, went to greet him, and took his hand, saying, "Son, you're finally back. You'll definitely do well in the college entrance exam this time and get into the best university. Then our family will be honored."

Lin's father nodded in agreement, his eyes filled with expectation and pride for his son.

Looking at her parents' confident expressions, Lin Yanqing couldn't help but feel a surge of self-confidence as well.

In his view, his performance in the college entrance examination was relatively stable, and getting into an ideal university was not an unattainable dream.

The family sat around the dinner table, which was laden with a sumptuous spread. However, the atmosphere of what should have been a warm and harmonious dinner took a subtle turn after Lin's mother uttered a single sentence.

While serving food to Lin Yanqing, Lin's mother casually asked, "When are you planning to divorce that country woman? Everything's been arranged for you here. You can come back to work right away."

Lin Yanqing paused slightly with his chopsticks, a troubled look on his face. He frowned slightly and said, "Mom, I was busy studying the other day and forgot to tell you, Jiang He is pregnant."

Lin's mother's eyes widened in surprise, and she blurted out, "What? She's pregnant again?!"

Mr. Lin's brows furrowed instantly, his expression becoming somewhat complicated. He remained silent for a moment before slowly saying, "Her belly is certainly doing well."

Upon hearing this, Lin's mother immediately snorted coldly, her smile vanishing without a trace, replaced by a face full of dissatisfaction and disdain: "Strive for success? What's the use of striving for success! She still has to give birth to the child! Anyway, I will never let my son spend his life with a country woman!"

Lin Yanqing felt a surge of frustration. He put down his chopsticks, looked at his parents, and said, "Mom, Jiang He is my wife, and she is pregnant. We can't treat her like this."

Lin's mother, however, disagreed, saying, "Son, don't be foolish. You have a bright future ahead of you. What can a country woman like her give you? Our family has worked so hard to raise you. You can't ruin your future because of her."

Lin's father chimed in, "Your mother is right. Look at your classmates, aren't they all dating girls from the city with good family backgrounds? It'll help your career. If you stay with her, she'll only be a burden in the future."

Lin Yanqing sighed helplessly. He knew that his parents had always been prejudiced against Jiang He because of her rural background, but he did not expect them to ask him to divorce at this time.

"Dad, Mom, I know you mean well, but Jiang He and I are truly in love. Although she's from the countryside, she's kind, hardworking, and has always silently supported me. Besides, this child is the fruit of our love, and I can't give it up easily." Lin's mother sneered, "Truly in love? Can love put food on the table? Do you think life is that simple? If you stay with her, the child's education and living conditions won't be up to par. Have you thought about that?"

Lin Yanqing fell silent. He knew that the problems his parents mentioned were indeed true, but he couldn't bear to abandon Jiang He and their unborn child.

He was caught in a deep dilemma and was very conflicted.

"Mom, I will work hard to give them a good life. I believe that as long as our family is together, there is no difficulty that we cannot overcome."

Lin Yanqing tried to persuade his parents. But his mother shook her head: "You're too naive, son. This society is very realistic. Without a background or connections, it's hard for you to get ahead. It's not too late for you to get a divorce now. We've already found you a good job. As long as you break off your relationship with that rural woman, your future will be much easier."

Lin Yanqing felt a sharp pain in his heart. He looked at his mother, his eyes filled with disappointment: "Mom, I didn't expect you to be so heartless. Jiang He is my wife, and I can't abandon her. If you really can't accept her, then I have no choice but to take her away from this family."

Upon hearing this, Lin's father slammed his fist on the table and stood up: "You dare! If you dare to leave, don't ever come back! We raised you with so much care and effort, and this is how you repay us?"

Lin Yanqing also stood up, his eyes fixed firmly on his parents: "Dad, Mom, I am very grateful for your upbringing. But I also have my own family and responsibilities, and I cannot go against my conscience. If you insist that I choose between you and Jiang He, then I can only choose Jiang He."

After saying that, Lin Yanqing turned and walked out of the house. Behind him came the sounds of his mother's sobs and his father's scolding, but he didn't turn back. He knew this step he had taken was difficult, but he didn't regret it.

He has to be responsible for his love and family, even if the road ahead is full of thorns.

The night air was a bit chilly. Lin Yanqing walked alone along the country path, his heart filled with mixed emotions. He didn't know how to face Jiang He, nor what the future held. But he knew that as long as he and his wife supported each other, they would definitely be able to overcome this difficult time.

Back home, Jiang He saw Lin Yanqing looking exhausted and felt a pang of worry. She went over to him and asked softly, "Yanqing, what's wrong? Did something happen?"

Lin Yanqing looked at Jiang He and felt a pang of guilt.

He told Jiang He what his parents had said. After listening, a trace of sadness flashed in Jiang He's eyes, but she quickly rallied and said, "Yan Qing, I know you're in a difficult position. But whatever decision you make, I will support you. If you want to be with me, we'll face the difficulties together; if you feel that it's better to separate from me, I won't blame you."

Lin Yanqing hugged Jiang He tightly and said, "Jiang He, I will not leave you. We are husband and wife, and we will spend our lives together. No matter what difficulties we encounter, we will face them together."

Jiang He nodded gently in Lin Yanqing's arms, tears streaming down her cheeks. She knew their future was uncertain, but as long as they loved each other, they would surely create their own happiness.

On this peaceful night, Lin Yanqing and Jiang He slept in each other's arms, their hearts filled with worries about the future, but also with unwavering faith in each other.

Lin Yanqing was also shocked by his own feelings for Jiang He. In his heart, Jiang He was a source of comfort when he was bored, but he didn't know when his conscience would be touched.