The interior furnishings were simple and elegant, except for a lot of children's toys. Jin Wei's eyes were immediately drawn to the piano placed in the living room.
"I heard from Awu that you play the piano very well and have even given a solo recital."
"It's...okay, I guess."
"That's an understatement. Your hands are perfect for playing the piano; they're so slender and long."
Jin Wei smiled shyly, her gaze shifting downwards to the apron on Pei's father. "Uncle, I... I'll help you."
“No need. It’s a waste to use such beautiful hands for cooking. A-Wu has hardly ever been in a kitchen in her life.” Pei’s father chuckled and continued, “We’ve always had a part-time cook at home. I only started learning to cook after I retired because I was so bored. Today, you can try my cooking. Oh, and these fruits are fresh ones your mother and I bought at the market this morning. Try them.”
Pei's father gestured for Jin Wei to sit down on the sofa, and then pointed to the fruit on the coffee table.
“Dad, let me help you,” Pei Wu said.
"Okay, you help me chop the vegetables."
"Then I..."
"You're already rushing to work on your first day... what are you going to do in the future?" Pei Wu teased Jin Wei in a low voice. Jin Wei glanced at Pei Wu as he heard her words.
Pei Wu smiled even more broadly. "How about you play a tune with your beautiful hands? I haven't heard you play the piano in a long time. My mother also loves playing the piano."
Pei Wu's parents' house has an open-plan kitchen that combines the living room and dining room. The kitchen is located in a way that you can see the entire living room, including the piano.
Soon, Pei Wu and her father were busy in the kitchen. Pei Wu helped wash and chop the vegetables, while her father cooked. The piano music played by Jin Wei could be heard in the background.
There is a window next to the kitchen sink, which faces the garden outside.
When Pei's father saw the little ones using children's tools and imitating Pei's mother to turn the soil, he couldn't help but laugh. Pei Wu heard Pei's father's laughter and looked up to see him too.
"I never imagined your mom's personality could lead children to play together. When you were little, she would cry after playing with you for only a short time. I thought your mom's personality meant she would never be popular with children, but I never expected... she could even help her grandchildren plant flowers... This is probably what they mean by the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren."
However, Pei Wu had no recollection of the story her father told her.
"When do you plan to get married?" Pei's father asked again.
At this point in the conversation, Pei Wu's gaze fell once again on Jin Wei, who was playing the piano. As he played, Jin Wei smiled slightly, a faint smile escaping his thin lips. His perfect figure was enveloped in violet, and his overall demeanor was outstanding.
"We've discussed it and plan to pick a date to get our marriage certificate first, and then we'll discuss a date for the wedding after both sets of parents have met."
"Um."
After nodding, Pei's father said, "No matter what, our family can't treat them badly. It's not easy for a man to raise a child all by himself. Over the years, your mother and I have also saved some money for you... We bought that house upstairs many years ago, but it's been empty and unfurnished. Ask Xiao Wei what kind of decoration he likes, and we'll decorate it for him too... Your parents will pay for the decoration, but if you think the house is too small, you can decorate it too, so it will be convenient for you to bring the child back to stay during holidays."
Pei Wu's parents bought the apartment upstairs years ago, intending it for Pei Wu's wedding.
"dad..."
“I didn’t ask you to move back in. I just said it would be more convenient for you to come back during holidays and take care of the kids.”
“…” Upon hearing this, Pei Wu replied with an “okay”.
"However, I will pay for the renovation myself."
“Yes, yes, I know you have money, but your mother and I will have to pay for the renovations. Now that you're a parent yourself, you should understand our hearts.” Pei’s father spoke sincerely, his eyes gentle as he reached out to tidy Pei Wu’s hair at her temples.
"Okay, I'll do as you say."
After experiencing a game, Pei Wu not only gained an understanding of love, but also learned to open her heart to family relationships.
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