Chapter 159: Li Yanan’s Dominant Protection of Her Daughter
Chapter 159: Chapter 159: Li Yanan’s Dominant Protection of Her Daughter
"It’s not your fault; it’s Li Si’s problem." Fu Xiaoxiao didn’t think it was Chen Xiu’s problem. If anyone was to blame, it was Li Si. What he said to Chen Xiu was intentional.
"I’m glad I left him. I never realized I could feel this relaxed, but I pity the two kids. They’re my flesh and blood, and I can’t let go." Chen Xiu rubbed Li Lei and Li Sen’s heads. She didn’t regret the divorce, but she regretted leaving them behind.
"Now everything is clear. Li Lei and Li Sen can stay by your side. They won’t be kids without a mom anymore." Fu Xiaoxiao watched the two children refuse to leave Chen Xiu’s side. As long as Chen Xiu was there, they weren’t pitiful.
"I really don’t know how to thank you and Lu Tuan for this." Chen Xiu nodded heavily, no amount of thanks felt enough.
"I’ll return that sentence to you, we’re family now, so don’t be so formal with me." Fu Xiaoxiao returned the phrase to Chen Xiu, telling her not to be so polite.
"Alright, alright, I won’t say it anymore." Chen Xiu laughed.
"How are you and Lu Tuan? Any progress?" Chen Xiu remembered something and grabbed Fu Xiaoxiao’s hand to gossip.
"... Pretty good, some minor progress." Fu Xiaoxiao’s cheeks flushed, and she coughed lightly to cover her shyness.
"Judging by your expression, there must be some progress, right?" Seeing her blossom-like face, Chen Xiu knew good things were near and nudged Fu Xiaoxiao’s shoulder.
"A little bit, we’re trying." Fu Xiaoxiao smiled and nodded.
"Although Lu Tuan looks a bit cold, he’s a good person." In Chen Xiu’s memory, Lu Feng seemed the kind of person who rarely smiled, but he never scolded the two kids. Even though Aunt Li said many bad things about the kids, Lu Feng never reprimanded Lu Lin and Lu Chen.
He’s a bit cold, but he’s a responsible man who won’t ignore the kids like Li Si. However, Lu Feng and the kids don’t usually interact much, so they seem distant.
Thinking of this, Chen Xiu patted Fu Xiaoxiao’s hand and said sincerely, "I’ve experienced a bad marriage and have some aversion to men. I just hope you’re happy. Don’t be like me, swallowing grievances and hurting yourself."
"Don’t worry! Sister Chen Xiu, I let out my anger on the spot and never wrong myself." Fu Xiaoxiao replied with a smile. She wouldn’t exhaust herself mentally.
Breast health must be unblocked, and spirits mustn’t be exhausted.
"I believe you. You’re different from me. You’re cheerful, open-minded, and much smarter." Chen Xiu nodded and smiled.
"Since you’re here, stay at my place for two days! It’s a rare opportunity, so have some fun before going back." Chen Xiu suggested.
"Mom, can we stay?" Lu Chen ran over and hugged Fu Xiaoxiao’s leg upon hearing they could stay.
"No." Fu Xiaoxiao pinched Lu Chen’s nose and laughed lightly. "Your brother still has to attend school!"
"Alright..." Lu Chen lowered his head in disappointment.
"Two days is not possible, but we can stay for one day. Dad booked the tickets for us to return the day after tomorrow." Fu Xiaoxiao altered her tone, and Lu Chen turned back excitedly.
Lu Lin turned back to look at Fu Xiaoxiao, his eyes smiling. "Mom, really?"
"Really." Fu Xiaoxiao smiled.
When they came, Lu Feng had already arranged for them to stay another day so they wouldn’t rush back. She would take the kids back the day after tomorrow.
"Yay! We can stay and play for a day." Lu Lin and Lu Chen rejoiced, and Li Lei and Li Sen were thrilled too, the four little ones hugging each other.
After sitting for a while, Chen Xiu took Fu Xiaoxiao to the kitchen, preparing to send some water to the Chen Family.
Fu Xiaoxiao looked at the ginger nearby and spoke to Chen Xiu. "Sister Chen Xiu, why don’t we boil some ginger tea? Although it’s not that cold yet, the wind is chilly. Let them warm up."
"Right! Why didn’t I think of that!" Chen Xiu patted herself.
"Let me do it!" Fu Xiaoxiao laughed softly, took a couple of ginger pieces to wash them clean, chopped all the ginger into fine bits, and then threw them into the pot to boil with water for ten minutes.
"Xiao Xiao, there are also some red dates here." Chen Xiu found a few red dates from the cupboard.
Fu Xiaoxiao nodded, waited for the water to boil, and finally added a little sugar and red dates to the pot to simmer.
Carrying a large kettle of ginger tea, Chen Xiu and Fu Xiaoxiao led the four children towards the fields.
It’s winter now, and the grains have been harvested. What’s left is to till the soil for next year and fertilize the crops that survive the winter.
Villagers worked hard, but the cold wind still sent shivers through them.
Many people’s hands were frozen stiff, yet they dared not stop.
Because stopping meant they wouldn’t want to start again.
"Old Chen, I heard your little girl came back? Is she visiting for the holiday?" Someone saw Chen Xiu being brought back and curiously asked Chen Chuan.
"Hmm." Chen Chuan continued working and responded with a faint acknowledgment.
"It’s quite a blessing to have a married daughter come home for the holidays," villagers friendly with the Chen Family all laughed.
"Hmm." Chen Chuan gave another faint response.
People were used to the indifferent Chen Chuan, knowing it would be unusual if he said more than a word.
"Isn’t it? I heard from the neighboring village that the Li Family is looking for a new wife for their son lately..." One aunt said in confusion.
"Didn’t their son get married?" Someone frowned, as the Li Family’s two sons were already married.
The elder son already had three daughters, and the younger son, Chen Xiu’s husband, married Chen Xiu and had two sons. So, which son was left?
"This..." The aunt looked at Li Yanan, who was focused on working, with significant meaning.
The people pursed their lips. Did she mean that Chen Xiu was sent back home?
"Don’t talk nonsense. Chen Xiu is such a good girl, and she even gave birth to two kids. How could she be sent back?" Someone spoke up for the Chen Family, not believing the aunt’s words.
The aunt snorted lightly. "I’m not talking nonsense. The Li Family took a liking to my niece and sent someone to propose a marriage. They said a lot of nice things about their second son having prospects and being able to join the army..."
Hearing this, everyone was stunned, and Li Yanan knew this news was about her family, so she put down her hoe without expression and stood up straight.
"Our Chen Family can’t measure up to the Li Family. My daughter divorced Li Si, and from now on, we’ll go our own ways, not interfering with each other." Li Yanan directly admitted it, saving them the guesswork.
"Also, I can afford to raise my daughter. Don’t go talking nonsense in front of her. You know my temper, and I’ll warn you now." Li Yanan spoke with authority that no one dared underestimate.
After all, in Taoyuan Village, Li Yanan’s track record is clear, currently standing at 42 wins, 0 losses.
Whoever messes with her is unlucky.