Lin Jingbei moved a little further away from him and bought fish, shrimp, crabs, beef, and some vegetables.

Halfway through the journey, it really started to snow. The two were freezing, but Song Chen still had some conscience. He knew that he was the father, so he didn't let his son carry all the things.

Their hats were covered with snow, their hands were stiff as iron, and their noses were red.

Song Chen tied on an apron and quickly soaked his hands in hot water. After warming his hands, he hurriedly started cooking.

It’s already late at this time, and we have guests over, so of course we have to eat breakfast.

Li Xianglian also hurried over to help, but the kitchen was too small and not many people could stand there. She and Lin Jingbei could only help out in the living room and wash some things.

Lin Changchun hadn't seen Lin Lu much all day, so he asked, "What's wrong with Lulu today? She's been staying in her room all day."

Song Chen: "She feels a little uncomfortable in her stomach, let her lie down, it's warmer in the quilt."

In the morning, Li Xianglian saw Song Chen cooking brown sugar books and washing a pair of pants. The water in the basin was dyed red. Li Xianglian had guessed it at that time.

"She's not in good health. Fill a few bottles of hot water with her at night to keep her warm. Don't let her catch a cold. A woman's stomachache at this time of year is no joke. It's almost like giving birth."

Song Chen: "I know, I will watch over her."

After two hours of hard work, they finally finished cooking the dishes.

It was only when Song Chen returned to the room to call people that Lin Lu learned that Gu Yun was coming over for dinner that night.

She quickly got up and put on her clothes, mumbling, "Why didn't you tell me earlier?"

Song Chen: "It's so cold outside, you'll only get cold if you get up. Why are you getting up so early? He hasn't arrived yet, and he's still on his way."

That's fine. Lin Lu was worried that people would see her just getting up, which would be disrespectful to others.

Song Chen: "Am I such an unreliable person? It's okay, take your time."

He said to take it slow, but Lin Lu couldn't really take it slow. She put on her clothes, combed her hair a few times and washed her face.

Song Chen followed her around all the time.

Li Xianglian brought the stove to the living room and placed it under the table so that everyone could keep warm. She also opened the windows slightly to prevent poisoning.

Everything was ready, and Gu Yun arrived in the wind and snow.

Everyone stood up and let him sit in the main seat. Li Xianglian watched more TV and said a lot of sarcastic words to thank Xiao Gu for visiting her humble home.

It made everyone laugh so hard that they fell forward and backward.

Song Chen's craftsmanship is quite good, and Gu Yun personally certified it last time.

I also made several sweet dishes, which he really liked.

Everyone ate and chatted.

Li Xianglian told many interesting stories about Lin Jingbei's childhood, some of which Lin Lu had never heard of. The child was so shy that he wanted to cover his mouth over and over again.

The whole family thanked Gu Yun for the gift and said they liked it very much.

Gu Yun was still as indifferent as ever: "Nothing, just a small token of my appreciation. I hope everyone likes it."

Li Xianglian took a few sips of wine, became drunk, and began to recall the past.

She also took this opportunity to express her regret to her only daughter.

She pounded her chest and said, "Mom shouldn't be so selfish. It's all my fault. If it weren't for me, you wouldn't be like this now."

Her daughter must be a lucky person, but she wasted several years and spent her best years in bed.

The best time of a girl's life.

Li Xianglian was in inner torment. Everyone tacitly agreed not to mention what happened back then. Things had already happened and now was the best outcome.

Lin Lu didn't dare to ask for too much.

It's a blessing to wake up.

Lin Lu looked indifferent, but in her heart she still wanted to hear the word "I'm sorry".

Her initial hatred gradually faded away with the word "sorry".

Lin Changchun also had tears in his eyes.

However, there is nothing anyone can do about it; that is the mentality they have been exposed to.

They have experienced the successive deaths of three sons in this life. What will happen to these two old people if their only daughter abandons them?

Lin Lu: "Alright, alright, let's stop talking about this. The real bad guys have already been punished by the law. Let's all move on."

Just an apology will do.

Gu Yun asked in a curious tone, "In that era, every family had many children. Auntie, your family only had two children? That's quite rare."

This is quite offensive.

I have to bring up the sad story of the old couple.

But after drinking a few glasses of wine, Li Xianglian told everything.

"We originally had four children, but the eldest and second oldest were unlucky and died at a young age. It was also our fault that we had no money and no skills. When the children fell ill, we were unable to send them to the hospital in time, and their lives were wasted."

Actually, it was just a cold. That winter was extremely cold. It snowed heavily for more than a month, and all the mountain roads were closed.

Our house was still made of wood at that time, and we didn't dare to burn too big a fire at home. Several families lost their homes due to fire problems. That was not a big deal, many children were burned to death.

My eldest and second oldest brothers caught a cold and their condition didn't improve. I found some herbal remedies for them, but after a few days of drinking them, there was no effect. So I sent them to the town hospital for IV drips. But they went there too late, and their high fevers didn't subside, so they died of the burn.

The two children died within two days of each other.

Lin Lu's grandparents died because they couldn't bear the blow of this incident.

Li Xianglian and her husband were able to get through it because they had two children to take care of.

The good times did not last long. After a few years, the third brother was washed away by the water while saving Song Chen.

It really proves the saying that a hemp rope breaks at the thinnest part, and hardships only happen to the unfortunate people.

Everyone speaks well of the third child because they know that the departure of his brothers was a big blow to his parents. He has been sensible since he was young and never worries his parents. He helps with housework, takes care of his younger sister, and has good academic performance. He has never worried his parents.

Therefore, after their youngest son passed away, the old couple Li Xianglian almost lost their lives.

In the future, I can only place all my hopes on my daughter.

In gratitude for saving his life, Song Chen became their family's son-in-law.

Things should have developed in the established direction. When they reached age, the two children would get married, have children, stay with their parents, and live an ordinary life like other people in the village.

The unexpected change happened because Song Chen and Lin Lu were so promising.

One of them joined the army and earned a large sum of money every month. He seemed to have a good future.

Lin Lu is good at studying and should be able to get into university.

The more successful the children are, the more afraid they are.

I'm worried that Song Chen won't want Lin Lu anymore after he becomes successful. What will I do then?

The people in the small village are quite traditional. The two children have been engaged for so many years. If Song Chen really changes his mind, Lin Lu will not be able to say anything to him in the future.