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After all, this is an old house, and he doesn't only have one son, but also Li Chaoyang.

To put it bluntly, both of them would have inheritance rights if they died.

Even if Li Chaoyang doesn't argue about these things, he still needs to talk to the other person and see what they mean.

He's the biological son, so he'll think about himself. But his daughter-in-law is different; she joined the family later, so she'll think more about things.

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Give Li Chaoyang a heads-up so he can be mentally prepared.

It would be wonderful if the couple agreed; it's all for the sake of the next generation. They can live anywhere.

Her eyes were constantly fixed on Li Chaoyang, afraid that he would say "no".

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If that happens, all the plans will be canceled, and we'll have to start all over again.

When Li Chaoyang heard his mother say that he and his father were moving out, his heart skipped a beat.

This sacrifice is far too great; in order to accommodate the brother and sister-in-law, the two elderly people have to move out.

He also complained that his older brother and sister-in-law didn't earn much money.

The elderly couple are quite old, and their health isn't particularly good.

Living in a nice house is better, but living in a house that's drafty on all sides is bad for your health.

To put it bluntly, if they fall into bed, who will take care of them?

He's a man with a career, and he also has to keep up with things at the factory.

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Needless to say, my brother and sister-in-law are also in a difficult situation. Their family is already poor, so how could I possibly take care of them every day?

As the saying goes, "There are no filial children at the bedside of a long-term sick person." It's not that they don't want to fulfill their filial duties, but that they are forced to by family circumstances.

Reaching middle age brings immense pressure in life, with elderly parents to care for and young children to raise – a truly difficult choice.

Even though he had many opinions in his mind, he didn't show them.

Having worked in the "037" department for so long, I've long since mastered the skill of keeping a low profile.

He spoke to his mother slowly and deliberately.

“Your idea is excellent. This way, my brother and sister-in-law won’t have to rent a place outside, saving them a lot of money.”

“The conditions have improved, and my sister-in-law’s health is so special now.”

"We'll use the money we saved to buy him more nutritional supplements!"

Li's mother thought that Li Chaoyang would definitely refuse and would say some unpleasant things.

Little did he know that he would say something so thoughtful, something that touched his heart.

If not for any other reason, they have to go outside for the sake of the baby in their wombs.

This little bit of hardship is nothing. I suffered much more when I was young. There were smoke and fire outside, and I still had to pick up coal nuggets in the wind.

Because of poor conditions and the inability to afford coal, the child's face and hands were red from the cold.

His heart aches whenever he thinks about these things.

Although the current conditions aren't particularly good, they're still many times better than before!

“You’re so sensible, you’re even good at managing your finances. Your dad and I figured that out.”

"Your brother isn't very capable either, and he can't make much money."

"The little money they earn is only enough for them to eat and drink. With another meal added, their lives have become even more difficult."

"Paying rent is essentially saving them money, so let them come back to live here."

"We can't let the child suffer because the child in your sister-in-law's belly is the root of the Li family."

“You and your brother suffered so much when you were young, I can’t let my grandson suffer the same thing!”

Li's mother spoke with exceptional sincerity; this was her most genuine thought.

He thought Li Chaoyang would object to doing so, since the old house belonged to both of them.

A hundred years from now, this house will be divided among them. It can't be decided by him alone; Li Chaoyang's opinion also needs to be heard.

"Parents' hearts are full of love and worry. When we were young, you did it all for us. Now that you're old, you still have to think about your grandchildren."

"Have you considered that both you and Dad aren't in very good health, and you'll need to rent a decent place?"

"You can't just go for the cheapest option and rent a drafty place. Also, where does your rent come from?"

"Your pension isn't particularly high; it's just enough for your living expenses, and with rent, that's not enough!"

The elderly couple had discussed this and decided that if all else failed, they could collect recyclables outside and sell them for money; that would be another way to make a living.

He saw many people collecting recyclables in the alley, and he was living a pretty good life.

To outsiders, this profession isn't very prestigious, and since they're all so old, they naturally don't care.

As long as I can make money, that's better than anything else. It's not as bad as Li Chaoyang said.

"Don't worry, sons. Your father and I will never ask you two brothers for money."

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"You've already made things so easy for us. You've gotten married and bought a house."

“We’re living a prosperous life, how could we possibly drag you down?”

“Your dad and I have already thought it through. We’re going to collect recyclables and sell them for money. That’s a good idea; we don’t need any capital.”

"As long as you put in the effort, you can exchange the recyclables you collect for money, which is much better than staying at home."

"Life is about movement. People can't just sit around all the time; they have to find something to do."

"Making money doesn't discriminate based on the status of the profession; as long as you can make money, that's better than anything else."

"Unlike you young people who are so concerned about saving face, you feel ashamed even if you pick up a piece of junk."

“We’re all so old now, we don’t care about so much anymore. Your brother’s baby has been born.”

"Lou Xiao'e is also going to have a baby. This is double happiness, and as elders, we should show our appreciation."

Watching his mother talk so eloquently, Li Chaoyang understood that the elderly couple had already discussed in private how to proceed.

They've really thought long-term; they've even considered what career they want to pursue. Why didn't they think of that?

His son is a respectable person, isn't he? For him to go out and collect recyclables is tantamount to slapping his face.

With him as their son, it's impossible for them to do such a thing.

"Stop talking. What you're saying is making me angry. You've made money, though."

"Did they even consider how my brother and I feel? I'm a minor manager in the factory, after all."

“If people find out you’re collecting recyclables, they’ll talk behind your back.”

“It’s not just me, my brother is the same way. He’s also a person who cares a lot about his image.”

"How could we possibly send you to collect scrap metal?"

They had agreed on everything, so why did things change all of a sudden? Li's mother didn't think there was anything wrong with what she was doing.

Making money is more important than anything else; it doesn't matter that Li Chaoyang is an official.

He also has a large family to support; making money is so difficult these days.

They have hands and feet, so why would they ask Li Chaoyang for money?

He's just too proud and can't let go of his inhibitions. He shouldn't have such thoughts, he told Li Chaoyang.

"Child, you can't think like that. You also have to live a family life. Your dad and I are still in good health."

“You should earn your own living and not beg money from us.”

"He's still so young, he can't be retiring now, people will laugh at him if they find out."

"You don't need to worry about so much. We collect recyclables voluntarily. What does it have to do with you?"

My mom's idea was a bit too naive; she even emphasized that it didn't matter.

The relationships here are very important; people strive for higher positions, and water flows downhill.

He's only in this position temporarily, and he'd like to make another point.

If the leaders come to inspect the area and find out about this situation, it will become a major problem.

Going any higher is wishful thinking.

“I am your son, and you are my mother. Do you think there’s any relationship between us? It’s not as simple as you make it sound.”

“My brother and I have started our own families and careers. Although we don’t earn a lot, we can still give you a little money for your retirement every month, which should be enough for you.”

"Why do I have to go outside to collect recyclables? You know I'm considered a junior manager at work."