Seeing this, Yan Zheng's father didn't disturb him. He could tell that Yan Zheng clearly liked Wen Xi, and now it was up to him to work hard.
After all, parents can't really help with things like pursuing a wife. After that, the strict father quietly turned and left, as he needed to order some dishes from a state-run restaurant.
Coming to his senses, Yan Zheng's gaze towards Wen Xi deepened.
The Yan family currently consists of Yan's father, Yan's mother, Yan Zheng, and their granddaughter Yan Lili. Yan Lili's parents work in another city and are not at home. After lunch was served, Aunt Yan invited Wen Xi to sit down and told her to make herself at home and not to feel embarrassed.
Although her parents were very polite and hospitable, it was still her first time visiting their home, so she was a little nervous. During the meal, Wenxi kept her head down and ate attentively, unaware that a burning gaze was occasionally glancing at her.
It would take one or two hours to walk back from the town, and Wenxi didn't want to waste any time. After eating, she was about to leave. Aunt Yan and Yan Lili wanted to persuade her to stay and play at home a little longer, but there was really nothing fun to do at home, and it was already afternoon, so she didn't have time to go out and play with Yan Lili.
Moreover, taking a child out to play carries a heavy responsibility, and she simply cannot bear the responsibility if something happens, so she will not take Yan Lili out to play.
Aunt Yan had no choice but to say to Yan Zheng, "Yan Zheng, why don't you take Xiaoxi back? It's such a long way, it'll be too tiring to walk back."
Yan Zheng agreed without hesitation and said to Wen Xi, "Xiao Xi, wait for me a moment, I'll go get the bicycle."
When Yan Zheng pushed his bicycle over, Wen Xi followed him out of the yard, then sat on the back of the bicycle. Wen Xi turned back to say goodbye to Aunt Yan and Yan Lili, who were standing by the gate.
The girl was youthful and beautiful, and the man was tall and handsome. Standing together, they looked like they were on a movie cover. Looking at the two well-matched figures, Yan's mother's face was filled with anticipation. They were both so good-looking, their children would definitely be exceptionally beautiful as well.
Now it all depends on whether Yan Zheng can win Wen Xi's heart.
Just as Yan's mother was about to pull Yan Lili inside, the gate to the neighbor's yard suddenly opened, and an older woman, about the same age as Yan's mother, poked her head out, her eyes full of curiosity, and asked, "Yan Zheng's mother, who was that little girl just now? Could she be Yan Zheng's girlfriend? She's so beautiful! If your Yan Zheng likes such a pretty girl, then other girls will like her too. Besides, Yan Zheng can't be home all the time. What if he runs off to someone else's bed when we're not keeping an eye on him...?"
"I still think Qin Yali is a better match for your Yan Zheng. Most importantly, Qin Yali genuinely likes your Yan Zheng..."
“It just so happens that Yan Zheng in my family is a policeman. What do you think would happen if I sued you for spreading rumors and defamation?” Upon hearing the woman’s words, Yan’s mother’s face immediately changed. “Since you like Qin Yali so much, then let your husband or your son marry Qin Yali and stop interfering in our family’s affairs.”
Then Yan's mother pulled Yan Lili inside and slammed the gate shut.
"Grandma, I don't like that Aunt Qin Yali," Yan Lili said, looking up at her mother.
Mother Yan reached out and touched her hair. "Lili, don't worry. Your uncle doesn't like that Qin Yali. Even if he did, Grandma wouldn't let Qin Yali into the family. Grandma only likes your sister Xiaoxi."
Yan Lili cheered happily, "Grandma, I only like Sister Xiaoxi too."
On the other side, Yan Zheng had already ridden his bicycle with Wen Xi for a while. Wen Xi hesitated for a moment and said, "Brother Yan, you can just drop me off in front of the supply and marketing cooperative. I'll buy some things and then walk back to the brigade myself."
Yan Zheng disagreed, saying, "That's too far. How long will it take you to get there? Besides, you'll need to buy things and carry so much back. What if someone robs you on the way?"
Although his eyes were looking ahead, they couldn't hide his worry.
He didn't know her before, and that was fine, but now that he does, he wants to do everything he can to protect her and take care of her.
Seeing that Yan Zheng insisted, Wen Xi didn't say anything. He had a bicycle, which saved her a lot of trouble. Otherwise, she would have to walk for one or two hours!
Upon arriving at the supply and marketing cooperative, Wenxi carried a basket on her back and walked inside.
The supply and marketing cooperative was quiet. It was just after lunch, and not yet time for everyone to leave. Even the sales clerks inside were busy with their own tasks; some were knitting sweaters, others were sewing shoe soles…
Wenxi didn't need to buy anything, but she wanted to buy some toilet paper as a cover so she could use the toilet paper and sanitary napkins she had signed for.
So Wenxi walked toward the counter selling hygiene products, took out money and coupons to buy toilet paper and sanitary napkins for this era. The toilet paper of this era was rough straw paper, but even that was not something everyone could afford. Not only did it require money, but it also required industrial coupons.
In those days, sanitary napkins were sold in bulk, one piece at a time. They were expensive and required industrial coupons and cotton coupons. Luckily, Wenxi had exchanged some coupons when she traded with the black market, otherwise she wouldn't have been able to buy them.
Yan Zheng followed beside Wen Xi, originally planning to pay for the money and tickets first after she finished buying the items. However, he didn't expect Wen Xi to buy this thing. He immediately turned around, and a blush rose on his wheat-colored skin. However, it was not noticeable; others could only see that his face had darkened a bit.
But he could feel his cheeks burning hot.
Wen Xi didn't notice Yan Zheng's unease. After paying and taking the ticket from the sales clerk, she turned to Yan Zheng and said, "Brother Yan, I've finished shopping. We can go now."
"Okay." Yan Zheng nodded, then walked outside, pushed his bicycle over, and gestured for Wen Xi to get on.
After leaving the town, the bicycles took off onto a dirt road leading to the countryside. The road was in poor condition, full of potholes. Although Yan Zheng tried his best to slow down, Wen Xi, sitting in the back, was still shaken up and felt dizzy.
Suddenly, the bicycle lurched violently, and Wen Xi bumped directly into Yan Zheng's back. Afraid of falling off the tall bicycle, she instinctively reached out and hugged Yan Zheng's waist as if she were clutching a lifeline.
After she realized what was happening, her cheeks turned bright red. She quickly let go of her hands, sat up obediently, and tried to grip the area under the cushion with both hands.
Yan Zheng, standing in front, couldn't help but smile slightly, his peach blossom eyes narrowed slightly, making him look even more alluring. His harmless appearance was completely inconsistent with his identity.
However, Wenxi, who was sitting in the back, could not see this scene.
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