After Shen Youchu came back from buying water, Chen Hansheng suddenly ended the conversation. Wang Zibo knew that Chen Hansheng did not want Shen Youchu to hear about this.
Even if it was a dream, it was not allowed.
"Damn, Xiao Chen has really considered everything except for the fact that he can't fully invest in his relationship."
Wang Zibo thought to himself.
Before leaving Shuangliu Airport, Wang Zibo insisted on going to the mall to buy Brain Platinum. He still remembered his promise last year.
"Grandma is in good health and doesn't like to eat these. Don't waste your money."
Shen Youchu whispered.
"Just let him be."
Chen Hansheng waved his hand indifferently. "Zibo probably wants to thank you for speaking up for them last time."
Shen Youchu lowered her head and held Chen Hansheng's thumb. She just wanted to pass on the message. She did not expect that Chen Hansheng would agree directly for her sake.
In fact, Shen Youchu was much more tolerant of people than Chen Hansheng. Shang Yeonyeon was a good girl in her eyes. Huang Hui, who was good at hiding her feelings, had a similar evaluation.
Wang Zibo bought four boxes of Brain Platinum, which was said to last for a course of treatment. Then the three of them began the long process of transferring. Finally, they arrived at Shen Youchu's house at eight o 'clock in the evening.
The scenery here was similar to last year, and the temperature was very low. The hot air they exhaled condensed into frost when it came out of their mouths. The moon was cold in the sky, and the ground was covered with white snow.
Little Aning still ran over and hugged Shen Youchu from afar. Grandma was still standing at the entrance of the alley with a candle in her hand. Chen Hansheng felt that it was the same day last year. He quietly asked Wang Zibo, "Can you sing 'Yesterday'?"
Wang Zibo nodded. "Yes, we learned it in high school. Have you forgotten?"
How could Chen Hansheng remember? He had to fool her. "I only know how to sing 'Twinkle Little Star'. Call me Daddy, and I'll sing it for you."
"F * ck, you want to take advantage of me again!"
The two of them muttered as they followed Shen Youchu into the small courtyard of her house. Little Ah Ning's hand was held by Shen Youchu, and she turned her head to look at Chen Hansheng and Wang Zibo from time to time. She was no longer as shy as she was last year.
"Hey, little Aning, do you still know Brother Zibo?"
Wang Zibo bent over to greet him. It was the standard greeting of a student.
Ah Ning opened her round eyes and nodded.
Chen Hansheng, on the other hand, was different. He picked up little Ah Ning and pinched Ah Ning's face with one hand.
"Wow, you're a little chubbier now. There's also meat on your face."
Chen Hansheng weighed her in his hand. "It's the New Year. I can sell her."
Last year, little Ah Ning was still thin and her arms and legs were small. Only her big eyes could be seen on her small face. This year, she was probably well-nourished. Her eyebrows were deeper, her face was rosy, and her nose and mouth seemed to have grown.
"Brother Hansheng."
Being held in his arms after not seeing him for a year, Ah Ning felt a little embarrassed.
"Eh?"
Chen Hansheng was a little surprised. Children usually had short memories, so he asked, "How do you remember me?"
Ah Ning didn't know how to lie. "Grandma said that it's all because of you that there's meat at home."
"Oh."
Chen Hansheng looked at his grandma who was leaning on a walking stick in front of him, then turned his head and said with a smile, "You have to thank your sister. I never care about these trivial matters."
… ….
The layout of the yard didn't change much. Chen Hansheng was looking around under the moonlight. Suddenly, he heard two dog barks, and a gray four-legged animal jumped out from the corner.
Chen Hansheng then remembered that Shen Youchu had a little dog at home.
"Don't be noisy!"
Little Ah Ning, who was in Chen Hansheng's arms, became very brave. She struggled to jump to the ground and stood in front of Chen Hansheng and Wang Zibo to protect them with her hands on her waist.
Seeing its master standing in front of it, the little dog barked twice but didn't act rashly. It also stared at the two strangers curiously.
"Dog, I touched it last year."
Chen Hansheng whistled at the dog and followed into the small kitchen.
Because they didn't eat anything on the way, Shen Youchu put down the luggage, tied up her hair and began to heat the stove.
The kitchen was full of firewood, so it didn't take long for the small kitchen to be filled with smoke. However, it was very warm inside. Chen Hansheng took off his down jacket and put on a neat leather jacket. He pressed the little dog that barked at him just now to the ground and bullied it.
There was also a big tabby cat in the yard. It originally wanted to join in the fun, but when it saw the miserable situation of its little friend, it only dared to lie at its grandma's feet. When Chen Hansheng moved a little, the big cat immediately stood up vigilantly and took two steps back.
Grandma was old and seldom went out. She didn't talk to the young man, so she just squinted and watched.
Little Aning was as kind as Shen Youchu. At first, when she saw Chen Hansheng playing with the dog, she thought it was fun. Later, she began to feel sorry for him, but she didn't dare to persuade him. She could only squat down and reach out to touch the dog's head to comfort it. She blinked her eyes from time to time and looked at her brother, hoping that he would be merciful.
Wang Zibo thought that Xiao Chen was a bad boy. The little girl was crying, but he pretended not to see it. He pushed Chen Hansheng.
Chen Hansheng was having a good time. He said impatiently, "What?"
Wang Zibo pointed at Shen Youchu, who was cooking. Chen Hansheng looked up and saw a piece of bacon on the chopping board. Shen Youchu was slowly cutting it into thin slices.
"What's so strange? The people's lives have become better."
Chen Hansheng turned his head and replied. The little dog finally seized the opportunity and ran away.
After a while, dinner was ready. There were green pepper bacon, steamed eggs, and hot noodles. Chen Hansheng nodded in his heart. This was all he could eat in Harbor City.
Shen Youchu's family was lifted up. Chen Hansheng played the most important role. Even Hu Linyu was particularly opposed to this "marriage" at first, but gradually, she acquiesced and finally agreed.
If Chen Hansheng didn't interfere in Shen Youchu's life, her college life would be peaceful, but it would also be hard. After all, she had to work several jobs to support her and her sister's studies.
If only she wasn't such a scumbag.
When they were eating, there was a sudden noise from the wooden door in the yard. The little dog barked and then stopped. It might be an acquaintance.
Chen Hansheng raised his head. It was a middle-aged man in his 40s who entered the door. He had a beard and rough skin. There were wounds on his hands that were frozen and cracked. His eyes were dull. It seemed that he hadn't traveled far.
Seeing two young people suddenly in the small kitchen, he was also shocked. His grandmother introduced them in the local language, and then he nodded and greeted them.
"Who are you?"
Chen Hansheng asked in Mandarin.
"Eldest Uncle."
Shen Youchu explained softly.
In short, he was an elder. Chen Hansheng took out his cigarettes and threw one over. His granduncle hurriedly caught it and saw that it was a beautiful cigarette. He couldn't bear to smoke it and clipped it to his ear. He took out tobacco leaves and a piece of white paper from his pocket, rolled them up, and lit them. Then, he mumbled a lot of words.
"Eldest Uncle said that his daughter is getting married tomorrow. He also wants you to stay and attend."
Shen Youchu explained from the side.
"Tomorrow?"
Chen Hansheng was stunned for a moment. He planned to go back tomorrow, but he hadn't bought a ticket yet.
"Xiao Chen, I told my mother that I'd be home the day after tomorrow."
Wang Zibo actually wanted to stay for a few days, but he was afraid that Lu Yuzhen's stick wouldn't allow him to.
"I know, but it's not good to just leave when they invite you so sincerely."
Chen Hansheng thought for a moment and said, "I'll ask them first."
Wang Zibo nodded. He thought that Chen Hansheng would ask about the relationship between Eldest Uncle and his mother-in-law before making a decision.
Unexpectedly, Chen Hansheng turned around and asked, "Is the bride beautiful?"
"Yes!"
Aning said quickly and added, "But she's not as beautiful as my sister. My sister is the most beautiful. She's the second most beautiful one."
"I see."
Chen Hansheng coughed and said, "Zibo said that he has never seen a wedding here. He wants to broaden his horizons."
"When did I say that?"
Wang Zibo felt wronged and said, "Anyway, I have to go back tomorrow. Otherwise, my mother will definitely scold me."
"Well, since we have different opinions, I'm not used to forcing people."
Chen Hansheng took out a coin from his wallet and said, "Let God decide. If I'm right, we'll go back tomorrow. If I'm wrong, we'll stay for one more day."
Wang Zibo thought for a moment and agreed. The probability of being right was quite high.
Chen Hansheng tossed the coin high and then held it in his hand.
"Come on, guess when this coin was produced. If I'm right, we'll go back to Harbor City tomorrow."
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