In particular, Xie Yan did not take it for granted that Yu Yuehui would prepare such a large meal.
The warm winter sun shines gently through the window, illuminating the dining table inside and reflecting the delicious-looking dishes.
Looking at the table full of delicious food, Xie Yan's face beamed with a sincere and warm smile, his eyes filled with love. He said naturally and affectionately, "Wife, you've worked so hard. You even made such a big grilled fish. You're amazing! You managed to get a fish in this freezing weather!"
His voice wasn't loud, but it was exceptionally clear in the cozy room, and every word seemed to carry warmth.
Zhang Shiyu, who was standing to the side, paused slightly in her chopsticks.
In this outdated era, all men feel that it is a woman's duty to do housework and take care of children, and it is not worth mentioning, let alone praising.
Everyone takes it for granted that women are meant to serve others, and that these are their duties. If they don't do something perfectly, they are criticized and scolded.
In some families, women are not allowed to sit at the table to eat, and this is even used as a topic of conversation, as a sign that their family is well-mannered and disciplined, and that they are different from other families.
But Xie Yan seems different; he's really not like those men.
His praise for Yuehui was genuine. He handled the dishes with ease, showing he was a regular cook and didn't have the typical male quirks who thought kitchen food was off-limits.
It wasn't until after the meal that Zhang Shiyu understood more deeply why Yu Yuehui liked Xie Yan so much—no, it wasn't just liking, it was love.
Both are men at home, but one is Xie Yan, who is handsome and knows how to appreciate and affirm his wife's efforts. Even for the smallest things, he will sincerely praise her.
On the other hand, there are men who only know how to lie at home and act like lords, not only are they plain-looking, but they also boss their wives around and even beat them.
If it were her, she would also choose the former without hesitation.
After the meal, Zhang Shiyu sat in her chair and sighed softly, feeling utterly helpless.
She had planned to make things difficult for Xie Yan during the meal to expose his true colors, but she hadn't expected to get this conclusion. How she wished that Xie Yan was really like that, that everything he did wasn't an act, but that he was genuinely such a good person.
But she was also afraid that Xie Yan was just faking it!
If it's all an act, then the harm Yuehui suffers will definitely be more severe than she initially imagined.
After sighing again, Zhang Shiyu silently comforted herself: It's okay, it's okay. It's not that I'm too weak, it's just that this "enemy" is too powerful and too cunning! As long as Xie Yan is faking it, no matter how well he pretends, he will eventually slip up. At that time, I will definitely be able to expose him and make Yue Hui come to her senses.
Looking at Zhang Shiyu, who was lost in thought, Xie Yan felt secretly pleased with himself, thinking that his performance today was perfect and would definitely change Zhang Shiyu's impression of him.
She got up and went to the kitchen to help Gu Bin, which also made room for her two good friends to talk.
When Yu Yue saw Xie Yan leave, she quickly grabbed Zhang Shiyu's hand, her eyes sparkling with anticipation, and asked eagerly in a low voice, "Shiyu, do you think Xie Yan suits the style you mentioned?"
Zhang Shiyu: "..."
She suddenly remembered the clothes! Oh dear, what a terrible memory she had, she had completely forgotten about them!
She quickly sketched Xie Yan's figure in her mind and nodded eagerly, saying, "Don't worry, he'll look absolutely stunning in that new style! He's tall, and the long version will make him look even more elegant! Once I've finished making it, you'll be amazed!"
With Xie Yan's figure and face, she looks good in anything!
"That's right, I have complete confidence in your craftsmanship. Once it's finished, it'll be perfect for him to wear during the New Year!" Yu Yuehui smiled happily, her smile full of pride.
Zhang Shiyu laughed along, lowering her eyes to cleverly conceal the fleeting worry in them.
She felt that Yu Yuehui was too good to Xie Yan. He always thought of him first when there was something good. In their marriage, Yu Yuehui was in a subordinate position.
She felt both sorry for and worried about Yu Yuehui. In her opinion, Yu Yuehui was such a good person, she should love herself first, and even if the other party was her husband, she should not give herself away without reservation.
Moreover, it's not even certain whether Xie Yan is faking it or not, which is like a ticking time bomb, making her feel uneasy.
But at the same time, she also knew in her heart that this was Yu Yuehui's life, and she had no right to interfere. She was just afraid that Yu Yuehui would be deceived.
This conflicting feeling lingered in her mind.
On her way home, a cold wind howled, and the dry branches of the roadside trees trembled and creaked in the wind. Zhang Shiyu walked slowly alone, her figure gradually growing smaller and smaller.
Back home, she lay on the kang (a heated brick bed) and fell into deep thought.
Zhang's mother was puzzled when she saw her daughter leave in high spirits but return listless. Had she quarreled with Yu Yue?
But these two kids usually get along so well, they always think about each other when they have something good to eat, they don't seem like the type to argue.
She gently placed the clothes she was washing into the washbasin, wiped her hands with the towel hanging nearby, and quickly went into her daughter's room.
Seeing her daughter lying listlessly on the kang (a heated brick bed), Zhang's mother felt very sorry for her. She went over, gently touched Zhang Shiyu's head, and teased, "What's wrong with our little Yu'er? Did you quarrel with Yuehui?"
Zhang Shiyu slowly got up, looked at her mother, and said with a conflicted expression, "Mother, do you think I'm a bad person? Mingyue has found such a good husband, I should be happy for her."
"But I'm always worried that she'll be deceived. Especially when I see Yuehui thinking about Xie Yan all the time, giving him any good things first, it makes me feel even worse."
Do you think there's something wrong with my head?
Zhang's mother gently patted her head and said with a helpless expression, "Have you heard the rumors outside?"
Zhang Shiyu shook her head, then nodded.
Rationally, she didn't believe the rumors circulating outside, but she had to admit that those rumors had a significant impact on her.
Seeing her daughter like this, Zhang's mother understood perfectly well that she had been influenced by the rumors circulating outside.
Then he continued, "Don't you know what kind of people we have in our village?"
"What good things could you possibly say!"
"You have to ask me about this. Don't just sit there all day without asking anything and overthink things."
Zhang Shiyu stuck out her tongue after being scolded by her own mother.
Zhang's mother slapped her lightly, then said, "Look at Yuehui since her wedding. She's changed completely. Not only has she become more and more beautiful, but her spirit and energy are also different."
"Besides, I heard that the watch Xie Yan gave Yue Hui when she got married was very expensive."
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