"An 'an!"
At the station, the passengers rushed out. There were many people waiting for their relatives and friends. Xia An 'an was standing at the front, so the adoptive mother saw her as soon as she came out.
Xia An 'an put down her hat and smiled at her.
"Mom."
After picking up her, Xia An 'an took her to the hotel they had booked in advance. Knowing that she hadn't eaten all day, Xia An' an took her to eat.
Xia An 'an took her directly to the restaurant.
Her adoptive mother had been diligent and thrifty all her life, and her life was also very careful. She hadn't seen the next restaurant in a few years. This time, Xia Anan actually took her to such a high-class restaurant. She was a little restless and asked, "An'an, why did you come to such a high-class restaurant? It must cost a lot to eat here, right? "
Xia An 'an smiled. "It doesn't cost much. It's rare for you to come here, so I can't let you suffer, right? Don't worry, my salary is very high now. It's okay to eat here occasionally. "
"Aiya, it's still too expensive."
Her adoptive mother shook her head and tried to educate her. "An 'an, now that you can earn money, you can't be extravagant. You have to save more money. When you get married in the future, even if you have a scar on your face, your in-laws won't look down on you. Because you have money …"
Hearing her adoptive mother's words, Xia An 'an gave up the idea of telling her about her relationship with Si Lijue.
Although her adoptive mother cared about her, she never thought that she would be liked by any rich family. Because of the scar on her face, those who were slightly better off wouldn't want her. Therefore, her adoptive mother had only arranged for her to go on blind dates with ordinary people. She was even worried that they would be climbing up the social ladder.
It was also for this reason that Xia An 'an had never been confident in herself.
"The dishes are here. Let's eat first."
Xia An 'an was afraid that her adoptive mother would say something shocking again, so she quickly interrupted her.
"Oh, okay."
Her adoptive mother had been hungry for the whole day. Seeing such exquisite dishes, her appetite couldn't help but increase. She ate a little too quickly and almost choked.
"Eat slowly. If it's not enough, just order more."
Xia An 'an handed his adoptive mother a glass of water and said gently.
The adoptive mother gulped down a large glass of water before she recovered. She patted her chest and said, "Hehe, I ate a little too quickly. But it's really different in a restaurant. It's delicious."
"If you like it, I'll take you out to eat more in the future."
Xia An 'an said.
She looked at her adoptive mother and thought of the sad days in the past. She still disagreed with Si Lijue's words.
Her adoptive mother definitely didn't take the Si family's money. There must be some misunderstanding.
She had to figure it out.
"There's no need. Although the food outside is delicious, it won't taste good if you eat too much. It's better to cook it yourself. The food at home is more delicious."
"Yes."
Xia An 'an nodded in agreement.
Her adoptive mother ate and drank to her heart's content, but she didn't forget the reason why she came. She said, "An 'an, then, when can I see Ah Jue?"
Xia Anan froze for a moment. She lowered her eyes and recalled Si Lijue's reaction from before. She still had a lingering fear in her heart. She lowered her eyes and said indifferently, "This matter needs to be considered at length because Ah Jue still rejects you. If we act rashly, all our previous efforts may be wasted."
Her adoptive mother agreed. She nodded heavily and said, "I'll listen to you. As long as I can see Ah Jue, nothing else matters. If it takes a little longer, then so be it. After all, we've endured for so many years, there's no rush."
When Xia An 'an heard this, she suddenly felt a little sad.
Her adoptive mother really cared about her son, Si Lijue. In the past, whenever she saw Si Lijue on television, she would be happy for half a day. As long as there was a magazine with Si Lijue's photo, she would carefully cut it out and put it in a photo album.
At home, there was a bookcase full of Si Lijue's photos.
Her adoptive mother had already gone to this extent to make Xia An 'an believe that she was greedy and vain. She didn't believe it.
But Xia An still asked, "Mother, when you handed Ah Jue over to the Si family, did you take their money?"
Her adoptive mother was stunned.
She lowered her head. After a long time, she slowly said, "Why are you suddenly asking this?"
Xia An 'an pursed her lips and said, "Actually, a few days ago, I tried to ask Ah Jue what he thinks of you. He really hates you and thinks that you abandoned him for money. But I feel that there's a misunderstanding …"
"There's nothing to misunderstand. I left him for money."
Her adoptive mother said it very straightforwardly.
Xia An 'an was stunned. She didn't seem to expect this answer.
"How can that be?"
Xia An 'an didn't believe it. "You were obviously very poor back then. Otherwise, you wouldn't have brought me to work on the ocean ship."
Her adoptive mother said lightly, "That's because I lost all the money the Si family gave me. In the past, I liked to gamble, so I took that money and squandered it all. I even owed a lot of money, so I had to hide with you."
Xia An 'an's face paled.
She thought that there must be some misunderstanding.
Who knew that the truth was actually like this. Suddenly, she felt an indescribable anger. She said, "You really abandoned Ah Jue for money? Then why did you act like you cared about him so much? "
Her adoptive mother lowered her eyes and said, "Even if I love money, Ah Jue is also my heart. My love for my son doesn't conflict with my love for money."
Xia An 'an gritted her teeth and suddenly lost her temper. "Why? Why is this the answer?"
If her adoptive mother had her own difficulties, she and Si Lijue might still have a chance to reunite.
But if her adoptive mother insisted that she took the money, then there would be no chance at all. Ah Jue would never forgive her.
"An 'an. You must keep Ah Jue's matter in mind."
Her adoptive mother reminded her.
Xia An 'an felt extremely tired at this moment.
She said lightly, "I will. Give me some time. I'll find a way to let you see him up close."
Her adoptive mother was overjoyed. "That's great. An 'an. I'll leave everything to you."
"Okay."
Xia An 'an walked out of the hotel and drove back to the villa.
She was a little distracted and walked into the villa in a daze. She was shocked to find that Si Lijue was already back. "Sir, why are you back so early today?"
Si Lijue raised his eyebrows. "Can't I come back early to accompany you?"
Xia An 'an's face turned red.
She hurried over and said, "Sorry, I went out for a walk. I'll go cook now. Wait a moment."
She was about to walk into the kitchen when Si Lijue stood up and grabbed her hand.
"Sir?"
Si Lijue said, "We won't be eating at home today. We'll be eating out."
"Eh?"
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