Afternoon.
Back at home.
A gust of wind blew the clouds out of the window. Dong Xuebing's emotions were in a dilemma.
Go to Sister Jiang's house?
Pretend to be Sister Jiang's husband?
Why does this sound like that?
Dong Xuebing was in a dilemma and did not know what to do. Actually, he does not want to go and had wanted to reject Jiang Fangfang over the phone. But Dong Xuebing could not bring himself to say it. Jiang Fangfang had never asked him for anything, and Sister Jiang had cooked and washed his clothes for him. Since Dong Xuebing moved to Zhen Shui County, she had taken good care of him, and Dong Xuebing owed her a lot. Now, Sister Jiang had asked him for help, and Dong Xuebing could not reject her. Dong Xuebing had no choice but to agree.
Dong Xuebing had no choice but to go.
What should he wear?
In the bedroom, Dong Xuebing looked at his wardrobe for a while and tried on a few sets of clothes. But he does not know what Sister Jiang's previous husband would wear.
Beep, beep, beep.
Dong Xuebing received a text message.
Jiang Fangfang had sent him her mother's address.
Dong Xuebing immediately picked up his phone and called her. But after one ring, she hangs up. Dong Xuebing is puzzled.
Beep, beep, beep. Dong Xuebing received another text message.
Jiang Fangfang: My mother is beside me, and it's not convenient for me to speak.
Dong Xuebing immediately replied: You want to know what I should wear? Hairstyle?
Jiang Fangfang replied after a while: Anything is fine. My mother does not remember it clearly.
Dong Xuebing: Alright. My side is almost ready. When should I set off?
Jiang Fangfang: You can come over now. Remember not to speak too much and address my mother as your mother. Also, my husband's name is Liu Tao.
Dong Xuebing: Ok. I will remember.
Jiang Fangfang: I will treat you to dinner after this is over to thank you.
Dong Xuebing: Ah … It's fine. Don't be so polite.
Jiang Fangfang: That's all. Did you drink? Drive safely.
Dong Xuebing: Ok. I will go now.
Jiang Xian's message speed is very slow. She should be taking care of her mother, and it's hard for her to type. By the time they finished chatting, it was already 1 pm. Dong Xuebing put down his phone and looked at his watch. He quickly changed his clothes and dressed himself up. He did not even have time to take a shower. He looked at the mirror and did a casual hairstyle. After that, he went through his house and took some fruits and a carton of milk. He then drove to the address Jiang Fangfang had sent him. It's quite far, and it will take at least an hour to reach.
…
Past two o 'clock.
Downstairs of Mrs. Jiang's house.
This is a small district in the outskirts. Any further and it will be a village. There are not many people around, and the district looks old. Although Zhen Shui County's conditions are not good, as the Mayor, it's not a problem for her to get a better house. Dong Xuebing had seen a few decent districts in the county, and the environment is clean. But Jiang Fangfang's parents live here. From this, Dong Xuebing can tell that Jiang Fangfang is an honest official. She is not faking it. Also, with her salary, she needs to treat her father's cancer and hire a nanny to take care of her mother. Her family should not be wealthy. Dong Xuebing's father had also passed away from cancer, and he knows how much this disease costs.
Sigh.
The whole family was supported by Sister Jiang alone.
Even a man will not be able to take care of his family, let alone a woman.
Dong Xuebing took a deep breath and did not feel reluctant. If possible, he also wants to share Sister Jiang's burden.
Let's go!
I'm going all out today!
Dong Xuebing alighted from the car and carried the milk and fruits upstairs.
The staircase is covered with dust, and some people had piled up their belongings. The staircase windows are dirty, and some of the windows are even broken.
Third floor.
Dong Xuebing stood at the door, looking for the doorbell. He could not find it, and he knocked on the door nervously.
No one opens the door.
Dong Xuebing knocked on the door again.
Dong Xuebing heard footsteps coming from inside.
The door opened, and Jiang Fangfang appeared. "You are here?"
"Yes." Dong Xuebing carried his things and entered the house.
"Come in." Jiang Fangfang stepped aside and said softly. "My mother is lying down. You wait in the living room. You can sit anywhere you want. I will go and call her."
"Ok."
"The tea is ready. You can drink it."
"Ok. You don't need to care about me."
Dong Xuebing and Jiang Fangfang spoke quietly.
After Jiang Fangfang entered the bedroom, Dong Xuebing sat on the sofa and looked around the house. Jiang Fangfang's apartment is a one-bedroom apartment with one bedroom, one living room, and one bathroom. It is small and is less than 50 meters. The furniture in the apartment is made of old wood, and it should be an elderly home. There is a faint smell of Chinese medicine in the air, and there is a black and white photo of Jiang Fangfang's father on the drawer.
Suddenly, Dong Xuebing heard the mother and daughter talking.
"Mum."
"Hmph!"
"Drink your medicine first."
"I don't want to drink!"
"Listen to me and drink your medicine first."
"Take it away! I don't want to drink anything! "
"You don't want to eat or drink your medicine. Are you trying to make me angry?"
"If you don't bring Xiao Tao to me, I will not drink anything!"
"You did not eat or drink your medicine last night. If you don't take your medicine today, I will not care if your high blood pressure acts up. Anyway, you know how uncomfortable it is. "
"I don't need you to care about me. Xiao Tao is a good boy. Both of you must have quarreled. If not, why would Xiao Tao not visit us for a few months? Your father had passed away, and Xiao Tao is not here?! Do you think I have lost my mind? Something must have happened between you two. Hurry up and bring Xiao Tao back to me. If I die one day, who will take care of you? That means Xiao Tao. Let me tell you, Fangfang. Don't try to fool me again. If you don't bring Xiao Tao over and don't let me see both of you together, I will not eat! "
"Mum."
"Take the medicine away!"
Dong Xuebing sighed. Grandma Fangfang's illness is very serious. She had not visited her for a few months? Liu Tao had passed away many years ago. But Grandma Fangfang's mind is not muddled. Dong Xuebing could tell she keeps asking for her son-in-law is because she is worried about her daughter. Her husband had passed away, and she knows she is not in good health. That's why she wants to see her daughter and son-in-law together. Dong Xuebing could not bear to listen to her. He knows Sister Jiang also wants to be reunited with her husband. But they are separated now, and there's nothing they can do. Jiang Fangfang's mother does not know her words are stabbing into Mayor Jiang's heart. Mayor Jiang will not feel good, and Dong Xuebing did not even ask.
Before Sister Jiang could shout, Dong Xuebing stood up and walked over.
It's time for him to make a move.
In a small bedroom, an old lady in her sixties is throwing a tantrum with her daughter, and Jiang Fangfang is beside her with a bowl of Chinese medicine.
Dong Xuebing stood at the door.
Jiang Fangfang and Jiang Fangfang noticed someone and looked over.
Jiang Fangfang gave Dong Xuebing a look, and Dong Xuebing immediately looks at Grandma Fangfang. "… Mum." Dong Xuebing's voice sounded a little awkward, but he had no choice.
Grandma Jiang was stunned. "Xiao Tao? You are Xiao Tao? "
Dong Xuebing walked over. "It's my mum. I'm here."
Grandma Jiang sat up and stared at Dong Xuebing for a while. Suddenly, she shook her head. "No!" Grandma Jiang looks at Jiang Fangfang. "Did you get someone to fool me?"
Huh? Who says Grandma Jiang is muddle-headed?
Dong Xuebing heard this and felt uneasy.
Jiang Fangfang took out her wallet and took out a photo. "This is Xiao Tao. Don't you recognize him? Look at this photo. "
Grandma Jiang looks at the photo and shook her head. "He looks the same, but I don't think he looks the same." She looks at Dong Xuebing again.
Old Madam had not seen her son-in-law for many years, and she thought it was only a few months. Now, even if the real Liu Tao came back from the dead and stood in front of her, she will still hesitate. Furthermore, Dong Xuebing is an imposter.
Jiang Fangfang placed the bowl of medicine on the table and said calmly. "You asked Xiao Tao to come, and he is here. Why are you still doubting him?"
Grandma Jiang asked. "Is he really Xiao Tao?"
"Mum, it's me." Dong Xuebing replied.
Grandma Jiang looks at Dong Xuebing. "Then let me ask you. What's my birthday date?"
"Birthday?" Dong Xuebing was stunned.
Jiang Fangfang also did not expect her grandmother to be so smart. She looked at Dong Xuebing and moved her hand on the bed. She wanted to give Dong Xuebing a hint, but the next moment, her grandmother grabbed her daughter's hand.
"Don't tell him."
"Mum, how can Xiao Tao remember your birthday?"
"How can he not remember?! Every year, Xiao Tao would celebrate our birthdays! "
"I am the one who reminded him. He is very busy at work and will not remember."
Grandma Jiang looked at Dong Xuebing. "Alright. Xiao Tao, you will not forget your birthday, right? Which day is it? "
Dong Xuebing does not know about this and was speechless.
"I told you he is not Xiao Tao! My birthday is July 4th! Xiao Tao's birthday is February 1st! Even if he had forgotten my birthday! How could he even forget his own birthday! "The old lady couldn't take it anymore. She pointed at her daughter and said," You really think your mother is a fool! How can you get someone to lie to me?! "
Jiang Fangfang did not say anything.
Fine. She is exposed this time.
Dong Xuebing wiped the sweat off his forehead. He felt embarrassed after being exposed and wanted to leave. But when he saw Jiang Fangfang's expression, he felt his heart ache. He swallowed back the words he was about to say.
Dong Xuebing narrowed his eyes and decided to go all out!
Birthday?!
Fine!
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