Free Web NovelChapter 426: Chapter 426: Going Home
Zhang Yaen warmly invited them to stay, and Yi Roujing and Baozi had dinner at Zhang Yaen’s house in the evening. Zhang Yaen’s parents were very kind, and when they saw Baozi liked pancakes, Zhang Yaen’s mother packed some pancakes for them to take home when they left.
Xu Ancheng came to pick them up that evening, borrowing Dai Chunsheng’s car. Zhang Yaen escorted them to the first floor and waited until the family of three had left before returning upstairs.
Xu Ancheng suddenly turned his head to look at a pair of grandparents and grandchild who just walked out the door on the first floor, raising his eyebrows slightly, and looked over at Yi Roujing, noticing she had also seen them and even smiled at them. He held his questions until they got in the car.
"That was Liu Mohe," Yi Roujing confirmed.
"She looks somewhat different—she doesn’t plan on going back, right?" said Xu Ancheng, "That’s probably for the best, considering she’s still young enough to change her ways."
"By the way, Guo Xiangxiang came by, delivered clothes for you. Said a man named Yang Junshuai bought them. A man?" Xu Ancheng asked while driving, but Yi Roujing quickly detected the acidity in his tone.
"He also bought baby formula, malted milk, some cookies, and candies for Baozi. Quite a generous gift."
Baozi looked up at his dad, Xu Ancheng. "Mr. Yang likes Xiangxiang Auntie. Today at the Department Store, we secretly watched him buy the prettiest red dress for Xiangxiang Auntie, and Mom’s dress was picked by Xiangxiang Auntie."
Xu Ancheng let out a light hum, but his voice was suddenly filled with joy. "Well, your Xiangxiang Auntie has good taste, she chose a military green dress for your mom, which will definitely look good."
Yi Roujing chuckled secretly from the side.
When the family of three returned to the City Government Courtyard, the Dai family had already finished their meal, but the entire family stayed in the living room, creating a slightly tense atmosphere.
"Ancheng, Roujing, Baozi, you’re back," Dai Chunsheng said with a smile. "Your mom just made silver fungus soup, go have a bowl, it tastes wonderful."
Li Hongying had already gotten up to serve them from the kitchen, she added red dates and goji berries, along with a generous amount of sugar.
"Mom, what’s up with Aunt and her family?" Yi Roujing asked while helping out, not forgetting to probe for news.
"Nothing major, it’s just that your second cousin and his family are moving out tomorrow. Apparently, someone at their workplace retired, and a house is available," Li Hongying spoke softly.
"So, the elder cousin’s wife isn’t happy?" Yi Roujing tilted her head, feeling slightly amused.
"Your elder cousin was around, and she didn’t say much," Li Hongying added, trying to speak kindly.
"She didn’t say much and already created this atmosphere—imagine if she said more," Yi Roujing mocked.
Li Hongying laughed, giving Yi Roujing a chiding look. "Go drink, it’s hot, I’ll keep an eye on Baozi."
Yi Roujing playfully cooed, "Mom is the best."
Li Hongying relished the compliment, patting Yi Roujing’s hand and helping to serve at the table, fetch a spoon, then went to watch over Baozi, and invited Xu Ancheng into the kitchen to eat.
Xu Ancheng walked in to find Yi Roujing happily enjoying her silver fungus soup, he resigned to serving himself, "You must be her biological child."
"Don’t be jealous or envious," Yi Roujing laughed like a cunning little fox.
After returning to their room, Xu Ancheng put Baozi to bed while Yi Roujing went to wash up. When she emerged again, Li Hongying was already in their room.
"Roujing," Li Hongying stated her intention, "Mom plans for us to head back in a couple of days."
Yi Roujing was a little surprised, but Li Hongying noticed and smiled, "I’ve seen your aunt’s entire family, so there’s nothing more to worry about."
"Although your aunt married into the family as a stepmother, your elder cousin and second cousin are good people. I can see that their wives are not bad either. Your second cousin’s wife is sensible, and your elder cousin’s wife is just a bit strong-willed. But, with people living together, there are inevitably some minor conflicts," Li Hongying explained based on what she saw and felt.
Yi Roujing knew Li Hongying’s view on Zhao Jingyuan was slightly biased, recalling how they treated Aunt well in the past, thus choosing to see the better side. Besides being narrow-minded and shallow, Zhao Jingyuan had no major flaws, which was better than those who backstab others.
"It’s their family matters; we shouldn’t get too involved. Besides, we’ve already stayed several days, and I’m not comfortable leaving your father them alone at home, not to mention your second brother’s family. We should head back, as it’s easy to take the train both ways. We can visit again next time or invite them to Jing City," Li Hongying made up her mind after considering.
"Mom, it’s all up to you," Yi Roujing expressed, originally accompanying Li Hongying on the family visit, so the decision was in Li Hongying’s hands.
"Alright, I’ll inform your aunt tomorrow," Li Hongying smiled and returned to her room.
"It seems Mom is really at ease now." Once the door was closed, Yi Roujing said to Xu Ancheng while drying her hair, "But what about Dai Caixia? Haven’t seen her these past few days."
"She seems to be staying at her workplace during her business trip," Xu Ancheng replied, "She probably knows our situation and is too embarrassed to appear in front of us." As he spoke, he took Yi Roujing’s towel to help dry her hair.
"Is Yang Junshuai really interested in Guo Xiangxiang?"
"So jealous," Yi Roujing laughed, "Your son was present that day."
"You’re not allowed to wear the dress he bought," Xu Ancheng whispered, "Better to give it to Anmin when we get back."
Yi Roujing looked up with a teasing gaze, "That was picked by Xiangxiang for me."
"Pretend I didn’t hear it. Guo Xiangxiang tried on several dresses but ultimately picked one for Yang Junshuai," Xu Ancheng hummed.
"Okay, I got it." Yi Roujing, though parted with a dress, felt sweet inside.
"Tomorrow, I’ll take you to buy clothes." Xu Ancheng moved closer, kissing Yi Roujing’s forehead, his smile widening.
The next day, Li Hongying told Li Honghua about their plan to leave, and Dai Chunsheng also found out. Wang Chengdong had called him last night, inviting Xu Ancheng to dinner at his house. If it were for Dai Chunsheng himself, he would have refused outright, but since Xu Ancheng was invited, he couldn’t decline.
Moreover, Dai Chunsheng understood Xu Ancheng’s future plans, making it quite necessary to have a good relationship with Wang Chengdong.
Upon hearing, Xu Ancheng agreed. He and Yi Roujing would go together, and take the opportunity to buy some items, bringing them to the City Government Courtyard in the evening. free𝑤ebnovel.com
In the Department Store, Xu Ancheng bought two dresses and a pair of sandals for Yi Roujing. Knowing they were leaving in a few days, Yi Roujing started picking gifts for family members at home. Since Ding Anmin already had a dress, she chose dresses for Feng Lishu, Xia Xingchen, and others. Along with local specialties from Dongji City, pancakes, millet, and luckily got some dried seafood.
