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Grandma Qi's thinking was not without reason.
She believed her son was filial, and that he would not have failed to come back to her unless he had some unavoidable hardship.
Since she had her reasons, she didn't want to put her son in a difficult position.
As long as I know my son is alright, whether I see him or not is no longer important.
“Grandma Qi, Tian Tian is right, you can go see her,” Huo Yingjie said. “Now I’ll tell you what happened so you can understand the current situation…”
Huo Yingjie explained Qi Shuliang's situation in the United States to Qi's grandmother.
From the very beginning, Huo Yingjie had no intention of deceiving Grandma Qi.
Not only because Grandma Qi was a smart woman who was not easily deceived, but also because Huo Yingjie respected this strong old lady.
After hearing this, Grandma Qi understood what Huo Yingjie meant.
“If it’s just to visit my son, I don’t want to go,” said Grandma Qi. “That might cause trouble for my son, and I’m too old to go. But if it’s for the greater good, I’ll go even if it costs me my old bones.”
"Grandma..." He Tiantian said, moved. "Grandma, you are the most understanding person I have ever met."
Grandma Qi waved her hand and said, "Whether it's righteousness or not, I don't know, but I know the pain a mother feels when she misses her son. It's no exaggeration to say it's heart-wrenching. Now that there's an opportunity to reunite many people, I must do it. Tell me when we're leaving, and I'll go with you anytime. If Shuliang doesn't do his job properly, I won't acknowledge him as my son."
“Mr. Qi is very understanding and has been working tirelessly,” Huo Yingjie added, expressing even greater admiration for the old lady. “It’s still early, let’s wait a little longer. Once the formalities are completed, we’ll take you there.”
After the initial impulse subsided, Grandma Qi was in a dilemma. She said, "That's America. I'm just an old Chinese woman who doesn't speak any foreign languages. You'll have to send someone to follow me. If I get lost abroad, I'll never be able to come back."
He Tiantian thought for a moment and said, "Grandma, don't be afraid. Since they are escorting you there, they will definitely protect you well."
Huo Yingjie then took out several English books and a dictionary from a box beside him and said, "Your task is next. The others will come along, but they are outsiders after all. When traveling abroad, it's always better to have your own people around. Besides, can you really let Grandma Qi go to America alone?"
"I'm worried." He Tiantian shook her head, took the book and dictionary from her, and said, "Grandma, I'll go with you through thick and thin. I'll study hard now, learn English, and be your little follower."
Upon hearing this, Grandma Qi was no longer afraid and said with a smile, "With Sweetie by my side, I'm not afraid anymore. Alright, that's enough. I need to offer incense to the old man so he can be happy too. Our son isn't dead, he's alive and well, and he's made a great name for himself."
Grandma Qi was beaming with joy. She stood on tiptoe and placed photos of her son's family and letters in front of her late husband's photograph.
Grandma Qi was quite amusing; she suddenly remembered that the old man was illiterate, so she recited the letter again.
Her earnest demeanor, as seen by everyone, was so radiant with happiness and unwavering dedication!
It's not easy for someone to do what Grandma Qi did.
Almost everyone who has spent time with Grandma Qi San has come to like this strong, kind, and lovely old lady!
He Tiantian went to work at the livestock team, and Huo Yingjie followed, bringing gifts for Old Man Qi to visit him.
Of course, He Tiantian brought her English books and dictionary with her when she went to see Professor Wang.
He Tiantian has never systematically studied English, which is a major challenge. She needs to find a teacher to start with the most basic pronunciation and vocabulary.
Professor Wang is a mathematician who studied in the United States, and his English is excellent.
She hopes that her English, starting with pronunciation, will become more authentic.
When Old Man Qi saw Huo Yingjie arrive, he greeted him, "Hehe, you're here again, kid!"
"I came here especially to see you," Huo Yingjie said insincerely, his words sounding somewhat fake to him.
"Haha, it's a wonder I even received your letter, let alone came to see me, since your sweetheart isn't here." Old Man Qi was no ordinary polite old man; he never gave anyone face, especially not to a younger person like this who said one thing but meant another.
Huo Yingjie was greatly embarrassed and said awkwardly, "Grandpa Qi, I brought you some fine wine, it's my grandfather's treasured collection!"
“That was given to me by your grandfather,” Old Man Qi said. “Don’t leave at noon, have lunch here. Come, come, let’s talk about what’s going on outside.”
Old Man Qi called Huo Yingjie away. At the same time, Huo Yingjie also had something to say to Old Man Qi. After all, Old Man Qi and Third Grandma Qi had a good relationship, and in terms of clan relations, they were close relatives. Qi Shu was Old Man Qi's cousin, so he was Qi Shu's elder.
I must talk to Grandpa Qi about Grandma Qi's trip to America.
While Huo Yingjie and Old Man Qi were discussing this matter, He Tiantian went to do her work.
After finishing her work, He Tiantian washed her hands, took off her outer coat, and went to find Professor Wang with her books and dictionary.
"Hehe, what brings you here? You always go back home as soon as you're done with your work during the New Year." Professor Wang asked curiously, getting up to pour He Tiantian a bowl of chrysanthemum honey water.
I get internal heat as soon as winter arrives.
Chrysanthemum tea became a good remedy for relieving internal heat, and when combined with wild honey found in the mountains, it tasted especially good.
He Tiantian took out books and a dictionary from her bulging backpack and said, "Professor Wang, I've come to ask you for advice. I'd like you to teach me English."
Professor Wang was surprised and asked, "Why did you suddenly decide to learn English? What you have right now are all non-compliant. You need to be careful not to get yourself into trouble."
Although Professor Wang thinks learning a language is a good thing, now is not the right time.
He Tiantian looked at Professor Wang sincerely and said, "Professor Wang, I'm sorry, I can't tell you the real reason. It's not the right time to tell you now, but I don't want to lie to you. Please forgive me. Anyway, I will need this knowledge in the near future."
Professor Wang was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and said, "Alright, I won't ask anymore. I will know when the time comes."
She admires He Tiantian's gentlemanly behavior: if you have a reason you don't want to talk about it, you can say so openly, but don't lie.
"Thank you, Professor Wang." He Tiantian smiled; she also liked Professor Wang's easygoing nature.
She wants to become a learned woman and an old lady in the future.
To be a woman of wisdom, as you age, what grows is not just wrinkles on your face and gray hair on your head, but also wisdom in your mind and elegance in your demeanor. (To be continued.)
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