Seeing that Li Chen stopped talking, everyone took their bowls and chopsticks and went to the main room.

Li Xu went straight to Du Hong's house.

It took longer than usual to reach the destination, accompanied by the squeaking sound of stepping on the snow.

As usual, I found a corner to take out the New Year gift before entering the house.

Maybe Du Feng told everyone what he was going to do, and at this time the gate of the Du family's courtyard was ajar.

He pushed the door open and entered, then closed it from the inside and walked towards the main room.

Seeing him enter the house, everyone in the Du family looked happy.

Especially Du Hong, who just kept staring at him.

Yang Li stood up and greeted him warmly, "Xiao Xu is here. I haven't seen you for a few days. Come and sit down. Xiao Feng, go get me a cup of hot water."

In fact, she didn't even need to say anything.

When Li Xu entered the room, Du Feng went to the side to pour hot water.

Putting the bag on the table, Li Xu took the hot water and covered his face with it before speaking, "Uncle Du, Aunt Yang, I'm so sorry. I've been so busy lately that I didn't have time to come see you until now that I'm on vacation."

"Kid, you told us before, there's nothing to be embarrassed about." Yang Li said pretending to be angry.

Du Ming agreed, "Yes, we understand that you've been so busy lately."

Li Xu smiled and exchanged a few words with everyone. Suddenly, he realized that Du Sen was not in the room. He couldn't help but ask curiously, "Where's Xiao Sen? Is he sick too?"

"also?"

Everyone in the Du family looked at each other in surprise.

Then Yang Li asked, "Xiao Xu, is Xiao Chen sick?"

Obviously, they already knew that Du Sen and his companion had braved the snow to build a snowman in the afternoon.

Li Xu nodded. "Well, he has a fever now and is lying at home."

Upon hearing this, Du Ming slammed the table and stood up. "That little beast, it seems the beating I gave him just now wasn't enough. I'll go give him another beating."

After saying that, he walked out angrily.

Li Xu was stunned at first, but then he quickly reacted and stepped forward to stop him. "Uncle Du, please calm down. I'm not here to complain. Li Chen was involved in this matter. It's not Xiao Sen's fault alone."

Oh my god, it turns out that Du Sen had been beaten just now.

Maybe he's been beaten so badly that he can't get out of bed.

Considering his ability to withstand blows, how many blows would it take to cause this?

Li Xu blocked the main hall door. Du Ming couldn't push him over, so he just stood there and said, "Xiao Xu, we know you didn't mean that, but I think we should teach him a lesson."

In fact, a big part of the reason they beat Du Sen before was because Du Sen spoke harshly to Li Xu.

That's why he was so harsh.

Besides, he knew Du Sen's character too well.

And I can guarantee that this was most likely instigated by him.

He is not sick now, but the child is lying in bed with a fever. How can he not give an explanation?

Making someone sick this time is a small matter, but what if it causes them to lose their life in the future?

Even Du Feng and the others hurried over to persuade him, "Xiao Xu, just get out of the way. This kid is useless if he doesn't get a good beating."

Li Xu thought for a moment and then said, "You all beat him up just now, so he must have learned his lesson. Let's see how he behaves over the next few days. If he changes, that's good. If not, can you beat him up again?"

He understood the mentality of everyone in the Du family.

I know that they must have put all the blame on Du Sen.

Even if I know I am not complaining.

But in order to prevent him from leading Li Chen to make bigger mistakes in the future, he still needs to be severely educated.

But Li Xu couldn't let them do that.

Because he had already guessed that Du Sen must have been severely beaten just now.

Now Du Ming is angry again, so it is inevitable that he will not be too harsh when he hits.

If something really goes wrong, won’t you blame him in your heart afterwards?

So let’s hold off for a few days.

If Dusen is changed, everyone will be happy. If not, it will give him some time to recover from his injuries...

Hearing this, several people from the Du family hesitated.

Li Xu quickly winked at Du Hong, hoping that she could help speak up.

After receiving the signal, Du Hong thought for a moment, then stepped forward and grabbed Du Ming's arm. "Dad, Xiaoxu is right. The beating just now was quite severe. Let's see what happens first."

Seeing both of them say this, Du Ming stopped insisting. He turned around, walked a few steps, and sat on a stool. Then he sighed, "This little beast, sometimes I wish I had never given birth to him."

Seeing him like this, the others also returned to their benches.

Li Xu responded with a smile, "Uncle Du, don't say that. Xiao Sen still has his merits. Besides, children of his age are just disliked by everyone. It will be fine in two years."

Upon hearing this, Du Ming's expression became even more distressed. "I'm worried that he will always be disliked by everyone."

Li Xu: ...

I have to say, your concerns are indeed justified.

Unable to think of the right words of comfort, Li Xu had to change the subject, "Uncle Du, don't think too much, come and see the New Year gifts I prepared for you. Xiaohong, go get a bag and a basin."

Du Hong responded and walked out.

Li Xu opened the bag on the table and took out four bottles of wine first.

Like Li Jiakang, Du Ming's eyes widened when he saw this thing.

Without caring about Du Sen anymore, he quickly said, "Xiao Xu, this is too much wine. You should take two bottles back."

"Just take it and drink it. I have some at home." Li Xu said with a smile, "I got a lot of good stuff this time. I'll give you some extra. Drink this during the New Year. We can drink the wine at home when we pay New Year's greetings on the third day of the New Year."

Of course Du Ming and the others knew that Li Xu said this out of consideration for their face.

To put it bluntly, there are only five people in their family, and each person's share is only three taels.

If you want to treat Li Xu to a good drink, it may not be enough...

Seeing Du Hong coming in with something, Li Xu took out a large piece of meat from the bag and put it into the basin.

"Here's ten pounds of meat. Don't refuse. Make more dumplings in the next two days so we can have a good meal."

This time, he didn't plan to share the beef and mutton with others, but he could give Du Hong's family some more pork.

Without waiting for them to speak, Li Xu took out a few oil paper bags and a few wooden boxes.

"The oil-paper package contains sugar and tea, and the wooden box contains cakes and candied fruit. You can try them later. Don't let anyone else see them. After you finish eating, burn the box."

Du Ming and the others had dazed expressions and could only nod.

They had never expected this situation this year. Li Xu actually gave them more things than last year.

They were all shocked for a moment.

"Brother Feng, please help hold up the bag so I can pour the snacks in."

Du Feng hurried over to help.

Together with Du Hong, the three of them quickly poured everything in without dropping a single grain.