Chapter 23: Handshake and Peace
"Aunt." Song Jianmin was the first to speak and break the silence.
Mother Lin made a short nasal sound, "Hmm."
Lin Anan introduced them with a smile on her face, looking like she didn't know much, "Mom, this is Comrade Song, Song Jianmin, an old comrade of Mingzhou. This is Comrade Dai, Dai Lihua, also a friend of Mingzhou."
Mother Lin hummed again. Although she had a stern face, she still greeted them, "Now that you are here, don't just stand there. Pick up your chopsticks and try the dishes today."
Song Jianmin responded with a smile, "It looks delicious, and your cooking skills are really good." He picked up a piece of food with chopsticks and put it in his mouth, nodding and praising, "Mm, it's delicious."
Dai Lihua also echoed them. Now she sat down to spend time with Lin Anan and Lin's mother. She was not blind and knew that she was being used as a gun. She felt even more uncomfortable.
But Dai Lihua was also a quick-witted person. She stood up, picked up the teacup in front of her, and handed it to Lin's mother. "Aunt, I was ignorant before and didn't know how to speak. Please don't take it to heart. I apologize to you here."
The apology was straightforward and the attitude was sincere.
Lin's mother's expression eased a little. The man had already apologized and was also a good friend of her son-in-law. This was a good thing she had to sell him.
"Girl, you need to change your temper. Don't always believe everything you hear. Don't be so impulsive in the future."
Dai Lihua nodded hurriedly, "Yes, yes, auntie, I'll remember it, and I won't do it again in the future."
Lin Anan watched from the side and smiled to smooth things over, "Mom, please don't be angry. Oh, the braised pork ribs today taste really good."
Chu Minglan's eyes lit up immediately, "Sister-in-law, is it delicious?"
Lin Anan nodded and praised sincerely, "It's delicious. This... is it made by you, Xiaolan? I think it tastes like my mom's, but it's more tender."
Chu Minglan pursed her lips, then smiled, revealing her eight little white teeth.
Mr. and Mrs. Song Jianmin were also very considerate. They each took a piece and started praising it.
After the meal, the atmosphere gradually improved and the quarrel was over.
Dai Lihua is a woman after all, and she talks much more than Chu Mingzhou, who is a taciturn person. Once she starts talking, she is also a very talkative person.
Speaking of Lin Anan's illness, it turns out that Professor Liang is a relative of Dai Lihua's mother's side, and it was she who provided the connection.
When Lin's mother found out, she lost her last bit of temper and her attitude immediately changed 1800 degrees. She was very polite to the man and said that it was all a misunderstanding. She also accepted the saying that there is no friendship without fighting...
"An An and Auntie are here for the New Year, right? With you all here, the house will be more lively. When the time comes, we can bring Brother Yu back and the whole family will be together."
Mother Lin waved her hands hurriedly, "I have to leave in two days. His father is home alone! Look, An An is not in good health. The treatment plan will not be available until tomorrow."
Lin's mother's meaning was very clear. She was waiting for the result, and as soon as the result came out, she would have to rush back.
Chu Mingyu is Chu Mingzhou's youngest brother. The child is only nine years old this year. He broke his leg some time ago and is currently staying at his great-aunt's house to recuperate.
There was no other way. Chu Minglan was still young and Chu Mingzhou was busy in the army. The child was weak and needed someone to take care of him carefully, so he was taken away by his aunt.
"this……"
Lin's mother is leaving, and Lin Anan is in this state. It's probably impossible for her to take care of the family during the New Year.
Dai Lihua's smile was just about to burst out, but was wiped out by worry again.
Everyone seemed to have the same idea, and there was a moment of silence in the hall.
Lin Anan turned her head to look at Chu Mingzhou.
Chu Mingzhou was also looking at her with a frown.
"Don't worry, I know everything except cooking. If we prepare in advance, we will definitely have a good New Year." Lin Anan said in a soft voice, not so sure.
Before Chu Mingzhou could answer, Chu Minglan raised her hand and said, "It's okay. I can cook. I have learned a lot from my aunt recently. I will do it. Sister-in-law doesn't have to worry about it."
"Xiaolan is so good~"
Lin Anan gave her a thumbs up and was very sincere in praising the little girl, but she felt a little ashamed deep down in her heart.
To others, the elder sister-in-law is like a mother, but to me... the elder sister-in-law is like a burden?
Mother Lin looked at her daughter awkwardly and coughed lightly, "Mingzhou, look at this..."
Chu Mingzhou lowered his eyes and pondered for a moment, "It's okay, I'll arrange it."
"Oh, that's good, that's good."
Lin Anan raised her eyebrows slightly. He was rationalizing and accepting himself, right?
That’s a good thing!
"Don't worry, auntie. Lihua and I will come to help. Cooking is a small matter and I'm a good cook. I'll help Sister Lan when the time comes." Song Jianmin consoled her.
"Okay, our An An is a little bit spoiled, please bear with her. Auntie thanks you."
"It's okay, you're welcome, we're all family."
After the meal, the two families shook hands and made peace.
After sending everyone away, Lin Anan was pulled back to the room by her mother.
Lin Anan watched her spinning around in front of her...
He rubs his hands and stamps his feet, which is quite cute.
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