Chapter 1691 - 1306
Chapter 1691: Chapter 1306
Kang Li blinked and said, "Could it be that you and Mom just forgot?" Captain Kang and Cai Xiufen looked at her, neither one saying a word. Kang Li cleared her throat, smiling, "If I didn’t mention it to you both, then I’m guessing I just forgot myself."
"Li Bao... your health wasn’t good to begin with. Mom doesn’t want you neglecting it for anyone," Cai Xiufen said. "You know, your dad and I only have one daughter, and that’s you."
"Mom, that’s the old me you’re talking about. Ever since I had Bun and the other two, my health has been fantastic. Honestly, I think that’s all thanks to them. They’re little lucky babies, brought good fortunes to their mom, too. So, the moment I got pregnant, all my health issues disappeared overnight."
Truth be told, it was only after getting pregnant with the three Buns that she bought a body strengthening pill from Dwen Dwen on credit. If not for that, with her temperament, she wouldn’t have just borrowed willy-nilly.
But she didn’t regret it at all.
After all, those three Buns were more precious than anything.
Besides, thanks to them, she got that pill, took it, and traded it for a strong and healthy body.
Clearly, the three little ones were a bundle of luck, and it rubbed off on her, too.
Cai Xiufen was quiet for a moment, then shook her head helplessly and said, "You do feel much better, but let’s still be careful and play it safe."
"Okay, okay, I’ll listen to you, Mom."
Kang Li replied with a bright smile, sounding completely sincere.
...
After the semester finals, when Min Rui, Ming Han, and Ming Wei handed their report cards to Kang Li, honestly? Looking at her three oldest kids’ grades, Kang Li couldn’t help but feel proud.
Min Rui ranked first in eleventh grade.
Ming Han ranked first in eighth grade.
Ming Wei was third in eighth grade.
As for second place in eighth grade, that still went to Xi Jingyu, which made the boy feel seriously aggrieved. It was all Ming Han’s fault—such a wicked friend, making him hold onto his "forever number two" championship yet again.
He didn’t cry, but his mood was downright sour. When he learned Ming Han was heading back to their home in the Northwest for summer vacation, he immediately insisted on tagging along—or else, he’d threaten to end their friendship.
Ming Han almost laughed out loud at Xi Jingyu’s shamelessness, but after Xi Jingyu’s endless sweet-talking and pestering, Ming Han finally agreed to ask his mom first before giving a final answer.
Xi Jingyu was delighted; he figured this meant things were as good as settled.
The reason?
Simple! To Xi Jingyu, Kang Li was an exceptionally good parent—there’s no way she’d refuse him, such an enthusiastic, earnest, hardworking kid, his tiny request.
"Amazing!"
Kang Li finished reading the report cards and gave a big thumbs up: "Mom is so happy—and so proud of you all!"
"Getting good grades is just our duty as students, but I’m really glad to hear your praise, Mom." That was Min Rui speaking, and just as he finished, Ming Han piped up, "Big brother, how could you steal what I was about to say?"
"Yeah, big brother, you stole my words too!"
Ming Wei joined in, equally put out.
"Hey, it’s not like I stopped you from talking."
Min Rui gave Ming Han and Ming Wei a look, then turned to Kang Li, "Mom, I’ll take care of lunch today. You just relax."
Before Kang Li could reply, Min Rui was already heading outside the living room. Ming Wei hurried after him, "Big brother, I’ll help you out!"
"Not feeling wronged anymore?"
Min Rui asked offhandedly.
"I was just messing with you!"
Ming Wei grinned, blinking playfully.
Now it was only Ming Han and Kang Li left in the living room. Ming Han moved his lips but didn’t say anything for a while. Kang Li watched him and found it funny, "Just spit it out—look how awkward you’re being."
"Mom..."
Ming Han rubbed his nose and saw the smile in Kang Li’s eyes. He gave himself a silent pep talk, then said, "Xi Jingyu wants to come home with us for the holidays. He’s so annoyingly persistent, I just couldn’t say no outright, so I told him I’d check with you."
"Mom has no problem with it, but only if his family agrees." As soon as Kang Li said that, Ming Han broke into a big grin, flashing bright teeth—clearly thrilled. He said, "I’ll call Xi Jingyu right now and tell him to ask his folks."
Then, Ming Han turned to Kang Li, "Mom, Xi Jingyu got beat by me again in the finals this time. You didn’t see it, but when he showed up with his report card, he almost started bawling—seriously, it was pretty painful to watch."