Chapter 90 Happy Birthday

Four years ago, Chu Mingzhou went out on a mission as usual, and his aunt came home to help take care of the two children.

By chance, on the way to the market, she lost her money, which contained twenty-five yuan, which was the living expenses for several people for the time being.

When the money was lost, the old man was extremely anxious. He looked for it back and forth on the road but couldn't find it.

As a result, Tang Jingqiao returned the lost money.

Not only did she help her aunt get the money back, she also caught a thief along the way.

As soon as this incident happened, Tang Jingqiao was praised lavishly by people in the military compound. She even received a silk banner and was recognized as an "outstanding individual" the following year.

My great aunt was naturally very grateful to her.

Tang Jingqiao also took the opportunity to make friends with the Chu family, including Chu Mingzhou.

From then on, Tang Jingqiao often went to the Chu family under the pretext of visiting her great-aunt.

Every time she came, she always brought some snacks, had a sweet mouth, and called me "Auntie" in a very affectionate way, which made Auntie feel so comfortable.

Chu Minglan and Chu Mingyu were quite fond of her at first. After all, she had helped them so much and was so warm and friendly.

However, one time, Chu Minglan saw Tang Jingqiao enter Chu Mingzhou's room and peeked at his letter...

Chu Minglan told her eldest brother immediately.

Chu Mingzhou never keeps important items in his room, and the letter that Tang Jingqiao peeked at was from Lin Anan.

Chu Mingzhou didn't take the matter to heart. He just said forget it and warned her not to be so rude and not to enter his room again. Then the matter was over.

Since then, Chu Minglan disliked this sister and was very wary every time she came.

However, she only knew to be on guard and had no idea of Tang Jingqiao's subsequent actions, such as... ruining Lin Anan's reputation in the compound.

This is how the "ungrateful wife" of Captain Chu came about.

Chu Mingzhou always kept a certain distance from Tang Jingqiao. Although he was grateful to her for helping his aunt, he did not have any good feelings towards her.

Every time Tang Jingqiao spoke to him enthusiastically, Chu Mingzhou would just respond politely with a lukewarm attitude.

My aunt is also an experienced person, how could she not see what the little girl is thinking?

But after all, she is from a different generation and she won't easily interfere in her children's affairs as they all have their own ideas.

The days passed one by one. Whenever her aunt came, Tang Jingqiao would definitely come. As long as Chu Mingzhou was at home, she would stay after dinner.

Except today, of course!

After a few words chatted with each other, Lin Anan had a general idea. She had a clear mind and would not get angry with her family because of outsiders.

"Let's eat."

Including my aunt and two brothers, there are eight people in the house. The table is almost full, and it is hard not to be lively.

“Is this braised lamb chops?”

Mutton is hard to come by, and braising it is a waste of time, so most people would not be willing to do that. Moreover, this dish is truly bright in color and has a strong aroma, which is simply impossible to ignore.

"Yes, sister-in-law, this is mutton offal vermicelli soup, which is also very delicious."

"So many dishes? It's too rich!"

Lin Anan is not exaggerating. There are ten dishes in total, and most of them are staple foods, better than what most people eat during the Chinese New Year.

All the mutton was brought by my great aunt, and there were also many dishes that Chu Mingzhou brought back along with rice cakes, just for Lin Anan’s birthday.

Before Lin Anan recovered from her surprise, the four younger ones stood up first, holding up their teacups in a serious manner and toasting, "Happy birthday, sister-in-law."

Lin Anan was stunned for a moment!

Is this for my birthday?

A warm feeling suddenly surged in her heart, and her eyes became slightly red.

He rubbed his hands on his thighs and quickly stood up, "Thank you, you are so thoughtful."

"Happy birthday, sis."

"Thanks."

Aunt Chu was also grinning from ear to ear and brought up the last bowl of longevity noodles. "An'an, happy birthday to you! This is the longevity noodles Mingzhou made for you. Try it and see if it suits your taste."

"Thank you, Auntie."

"Thank you Mingzhou too."

Chu Mingzhou looked at Lin Anan with tenderness in his eyes, "Sit down quickly."

Lin Anan then sat down. She looked at the table full of dishes, then looked at the lovely family members around her, and her heart was filled with emotion.

So this is what it feels like to celebrate your birthday?

Lin Anan calmed herself down, held the bowl, drank a sip of soup, and then took a mouthful of noodles and slurped it.

I just feel like this longevity noodles warms my heart.

"tasty."

"As long as it tastes good, it's fine. You're the birthday girl tonight, so you have to eat more."

Chu Minglan smiled as she picked up some food for Lin Anan, "Sister-in-law, this lamb chop is stewed very well, it's very delicious."

"Thank you, Xiaolan."

Seeing that she was enjoying the meal, Chu Mingzhou whispered, "This year is too late. Next year, I will buy you a cream cake."

How could a straight man like him know about cream cake?

"Okay~ Thank you, Chu Mingzhou."

It snowed heavily again in the northwest tonight. The snowflakes were carried by the cold wind, making the doors and windows creak faintly. The earth was covered in white by the thick snow and was filled with fog.

The Chu family was not affected at all. They ate and drank while chatting with each other. The atmosphere was particularly harmonious and warm.

"Sister, you are almost done eating the longevity noodles, but you haven't made a wish yet? Hurry up and make a wish, it will surely come true."

Lin Zihuai still had a lamb chop stuffed in his mouth, and he spoke unclearly, but he also reminded Lin Anan to make a wish.

Chu Mingyu also echoed, "Yes, yes, sister-in-law, make a wish quickly, this birthday wish will come true."

Lin Anan felt warm at heart after hearing what they said, and replied with a smile: "Okay, then I'll make a wish."

As she spoke, she closed her eyes, clasped her hands together, and looked very pious...

"Okay, now that we've made our wish, let's continue eating."

"Eat, eat."

The family is very happy.

When Lin Anan was full and put down her chopsticks, Chu Mingzhou's big hand had already come over and gently held her under the table, holding her tightly in a cross-like manner, which was quite sticky.

Lin Anan felt a little shy when being held hand by hand, so she kicked him lightly with her foot.

There are so many people!

Chu Mingzhou immediately understood.

She complains that there are too many people. Too many people is not good, but fewer people is fine!

When everyone put down their chopsticks, Chu Mingzhou was the most active, cleaning up and washing dishes, and his speed was much faster than before.

Before Lin Anan had even finished digesting the food, he hurriedly pulled her back to the house.

"An An still writes every night, and I have to keep an eye on her to prevent her from writing too late again."

Before leaving, he explained something to Aunt Chu.

Lin Anan: “…”

As soon as they returned to the room, Lin Anan was picked up and put on the edge of the kang to sit.

"No... um..."

The lips were burning hot with a hint of wine aroma.

Lin Anan was a little overwhelmed by this sudden enthusiasm. She put her hands on his chest and pushed him gently.

Chu Mingzhou raised his hand and held the back of her head, gently pulling it forward and deepening the kiss.

From shallow to deep, she was almost out of breath from his kiss...

Is this guy drunk again?

Isn’t it just two cups of rice wine?