novelhk Chapter 164 Baby Naming
Chapter 164 Baby Naming
The adorable, angelic little darling in Ye Beichen's family, from the moment he was born, was affectionately called "Little Lord" by his family. His mother, Su Yuning, happily called her "Little Treasure." However, this innocent and incredibly cute little one never had a proper, memorable, and easy-to-pronounce name. This greatly worried and frustrated his maternal grandparents, who were extremely dissatisfied with the situation.
One afternoon, warm, pleasant sunlight filtered through the dappled leaves of the large, leafy trees in the courtyard, gently scattering dappled patterns of light across the ground. A gentle breeze, like a tender hand, softly stirred the thin curtains at the windows, bringing coolness and comfort to the room. At that moment, a kind-faced old woman sat quietly in an antique rocking chair, her hands tightly clutching a slightly yellowed ancient book, her eyes intently focused on the words on the pages, as if searching for some important clue or inspiration. After a while, the old woman looked up, a thoughtful expression on her face, and then slowly said, "The child's father's surname is Ye (Night). In my opinion, how about we name him Ye Wan (Night)? Listen to this name; it not only sounds melodious but is also very easy to remember!" After saying this, the old woman seemed very satisfied with her choice of name, smiling and nodding.
Upon hearing this, Old Su frowned slightly, shaking his head vigorously like a rattle-drum, his previously relaxed face instantly becoming extremely serious. He extended his right index finger, gently waving it in the air, and solemnly retorted, "Madam, your idea is somewhat inappropriate! In my humble opinion, our child's name should be related to both 'Ye' and 'Su'. You see, our daughter is a very important person in this family. Without her, how could we have such a lovely child? Therefore, after much consideration, I feel that 'Ye Nian Su' is the most fitting name."
The moment Old Su finished speaking, the woman's face changed drastically. Her eyebrows, which had been curved like the moon, suddenly stood on end, like two sharp blades. She stomped her feet repeatedly in anger, as if she had stomped shallow craters into the ground. At the same time, she kept complaining, "Oh dear, what a terrible name! It's utterly awful! You're not some learned teacher who buries himself in books all day; what good name could you possibly come up with? Humph! In my opinion, we should quickly send someone to invite our eldest daughter-in-law, who's currently teaching at the school, to come and help us think of a solution!"
Seeing his wife's fury, Old Su knew he had indeed been in the wrong and hadn't considered things carefully. So, he could only sigh helplessly, then slowly nodded, agreeing to her suggestion, and said, "Very well, very well. It's true, I'm not very learned, and naturally can't compare to my daughter-in-law's intelligence and quick wit. In that case, I'll trouble you, Madam, to personally go and invite my eldest daughter-in-law over." Having said this, Old Su lowered his head, his face full of guilt, and said nothing more.
The woman, looking hurried, quickly called to her husband and asked him to go and invite their eldest daughter-in-law over. A short while later, a graceful woman with brisk steps arrived. She came to the front of the hall, first respectfully bowing to the two elders seated above, then softly asked, "I wonder what brings you here today, my parents-in-law?" At this, the old woman, with a smile on her face, kindly explained the situation.
After listening, the eldest daughter-in-law pondered for a moment. Her gaze inadvertently swept over the few yellowed ancient books on the table, and she seemed to have an idea. Then, she parted her lips slightly and said slowly, "I have thought of a suitable name that can be incorporated into the surname Ye and also show the close connection with our Su family. How about 'Ye Su Jin'? The character 'Jin' in it contains a beautiful meaning, representing a life as brilliant and dazzling as colorful brocade, and it also contains our beautiful expectations for the child's future."
Upon hearing this, the woman's eyes lit up, as if she had discovered a rare treasure. She turned to Old Su beside her, eager to hear his opinion on the name. Old Su gently stroked his beard, nodded slightly, and agreed, saying, "Hmm, this name is wonderful! Not only is it profound in meaning, but it also sounds pleasant and melodious." Seeing this, the woman was even more delighted, clapping her hands excitedly and praising repeatedly, "Excellent! Excellent! This name is wonderful! It's settled then, our little darling will be called Ye Sujin from now on!" And so, at that very moment, the little baby's name was officially decided: Ye Sujin.
The news quickly reached Su Yuning's ears. She held Xiaobao and gently rocked him, murmuring, "Xiaobao, from now on you'll be called Ye Sujin. It's a name full of everyone's love for you." Xiaobao blinked as if he understood, waving his little hands in the air, as if he really liked his new name.
The old lord of the northern desert and his new wife doted on their child. They not only provided the little princess with a life of luxury, but also spent money to have someone name her. The little princess's name was Ye Beile, which was only one character different from her brother Ye Beichen's name, but her name was easy to pronounce.
Time flies, and the days slip by quietly in this peaceful yet warm atmosphere. Ye Sujin, like a tender willow sprouting in spring, gradually grows stronger and stronger, becoming a clever, well-behaved, and adorable child.
On this day, a peaceful and tranquil village welcomed a wandering Taoist priest whose whereabouts were uncertain. This priest wore a tattered Taoist robe, held a whisk, and possessed an air of otherworldly elegance. When he happened to catch a glimpse of Ye Sujin playing at the village entrance, his previously calm expression instantly turned serious, even one could say terrified.
When they were alone, the Taoist priest quietly found Ye Sujin's father, Ye Beichen, and said to him in a low voice, "Benefactor, your son's destiny is truly extraordinary! He will surely achieve something earth-shattering in the future. However..." At this point, the Taoist priest paused slightly, a mysterious expression on his face.
Ye Beichen's heart tightened, and he hurriedly asked, "But what? Please speak freely, Taoist priest." The Taoist priest gently shook his head and slowly uttered a few words: "Although your son has great fortune, he is destined to go through three tribulations before he can achieve success and fame."
Upon hearing this, Ye Beichen gasped, his heart leaping into his throat. He hurriedly pressed for details about the three tribulations, but the Taoist remained silent, only letting out a soft sigh before turning and drifting away, disappearing into the vast crowd in the blink of an eye.
Ye Beichen returned home filled with worry and told his family everything. Everyone's expression changed drastically upon hearing this, filled with anxiety. His mother, Su Yuning, in particular, hugged young Ye Sujin tightly, as if afraid that if she loosened her grip even slightly, the child would immediately meet with misfortune.
Meanwhile, Ye Sujin blinked her big, watery eyes, looking curiously at the tense faces of the adults around her, completely unaware of what had happened.
Ye Beichen went to great lengths to protect Ye Sujin in every way. He not only inquired everywhere and finally successfully invited a highly skilled and renowned master to teach Ye Sujin various self-defense techniques, but also instructed the elders in his family to give Ye Sujin even more meticulous care and attention in her daily life.
Ye Sujin was utterly bewildered by this sudden special treatment, completely baffled as to why such a change had occurred. However, being obedient and sensible, she didn't press for an explanation, but instead devoted herself wholeheartedly to diligently learning these skills.
Time flies, and as Ye Sujin grows older, he becomes increasingly clever, resourceful, and courageous. Even when faced with minor dangers, he always manages to handle them with his wit and ingenuity. Seeing Ye Sujin's outstanding performance, everyone's anxiety gradually subsided. They all secretly thought: as long as the whole family continues to unite and work together, they will surely be able to protect Ye Sujin and help him safely weather the uncertainties of the future.
Meanwhile, in the peaceful and tranquil Xinghua Village, a major event recently occurred that shook the entire village—the beloved young lady Leng was pregnant! This wonderful news spread like wildfire throughout the village, bringing joy to everyone. Leng herself was overjoyed, her excitement overflowing. However, amidst her joy, Leng also clearly realized that the arrival of this new life meant she could no longer freely travel and work outside as before. Therefore, the understanding and sensible Leng unhesitatingly chose to stay at home, wholeheartedly managing household chores and carefully caring for the growing, soon-to-be-born baby in her womb.
The school work, originally managed by Miss Leng, has now been handed over to others. However, Yang Yuyan is still diligently teaching the children at the school. Speaking of Yang Yuyan, she is no ordinary person. She and the eldest son of the Su family are both from the same village, and the two were once a loving couple. However, they separated for some reason. Now that Yang Yuyan is still teaching at the school, Miss Leng can't help but worry: what if they rekindle their old flame and get back together someday? The more she thinks about it, the more uneasy Miss Leng feels, and after much deliberation, she decides to take action.
The sun shone brightly that day, and a gentle breeze caressed her face. Miss Leng meticulously prepared a plate of delicious fried food and then personally went to visit the village chief. When she arrived at the village chief's door, she gently knocked. The door opened, and the village chief, seeing Miss Leng standing outside with a plate in her hand, looked slightly puzzled and asked, "Miss Leng, as the saying goes, 'No one visits a temple without a reason.' Judging from your appearance today, you probably need our help with something, don't you?"
Hearing the village chief's direct question, Miss Leng nodded somewhat shyly and replied softly, "Uncle Village Chief, you're right. I did come here today because I need your help. I hope you can assist me." At this moment, the village chief's wife, who was standing nearby, came over and warmly invited Miss Leng to come inside and sit down, saying with a smile, "Oh, Miss Leng, don't be shy. Just tell us what you need. As long as it's within our power, we will definitely do our best to help!"
Miss Leng replied with a smile, "I'm at home taking care of my pregnancy, so I can't take care of the school anymore. These days, Yang Yuyan and the eldest son of the Su family are constantly seeing each other, and I'm afraid that if this goes on for too long, they will reconcile. If that happens, my child and I will have nowhere to go."
The village chief replied solemnly, "This is absolutely impossible! I know my nephew's character perfectly well. He has always been honest, kind, and down-to-earth, and he treats others with sincerity and enthusiasm. He would never get involved in such shady dealings. So you can rest assured!"
The village chief's wife, standing to the side, was thoughtful and had a kind smile on her face. She said, "Oh, Miss Leng, you can rest assured! I deliver lunch to the school every day, so I'll naturally keep an eye on things for you. Besides, you're pregnant now, so taking good care of yourself and your health is the most important thing! When you have some free time, remember to come over and sit down. We can have a good chat."