Shen Yanming was speechless. He said, "Look at what you're saying. It's like my Qiao An wouldn't have come to the hospital to give birth if Qi Lin hadn't made this scene."
That's not really the case, so please keep it and don't send it. Joan and I have everything we need; we don't need anything!
Qi Xili didn't believe it. "How could that be? Your previous company didn't offer these kinds of benefits. Do you think I don't know about them?"
Since things had come to this point, Shen Yanming had no choice but to bring Zeng Yiming up in the conversation. "I have a friend in Nanshi who has a lot of connections. Last winter, he got me a batch of dried fruit and nuts, including red dates, peanuts, and all sorts of other things. I'm definitely not short of anything."
If you don't believe me, come visit us at home after you're discharged. We're definitely more prepared than anyone else when we have a baby; we can't just have it without any preparation.
He said this because he genuinely didn't want to take advantage of the situation. On one hand, he didn't need it himself, and on the other hand, he felt it would be difficult to repay the favors he owed.
Although the other party used the guise of an apology, it was actually a gift of supplies. They couldn't just take it without any other gesture.
Since that's the case, it's better to refuse from the start to avoid trouble later.
Moreover, since they both possess spatial abilities, probably no one in the world lives a better life than them, so it's best not to exploit others.
Seeing that his words were certain and there was no trace of lying on his face, Qi Xili believed him to some extent.
He stopped insisting and simply reminded me, "If you need anything, just tell me and I'll try my best to get it. Diapers, formula, anything will do. The quantity won't be much, but it will be enough to tide you over."
Shen Yanming nodded and thanked him with a smile.
When Qi Xili saw that the other party had agreed, he smiled and then said that he wanted to see the twins.
Shen Yanming then realized that he had been so engrossed in talking that he was still standing at the door. He quickly welcomed the two in and told them to make themselves at home.
Qi Xili was very tactful. When he entered the ward and saw a stranger there, he didn't ask any questions. He just smiled and nodded to the stranger.
Then he walked to the bedside, glanced at the sleeping Bi Qiaoan, and then turned his attention to the two pink little dumplings.
Looking at their similar faces and peaceful sleeping expressions, it was as if he was reminded of Qi Lin's childhood appearance, and he smiled with the same loving kindness as an old father.
Shen Yanming felt that it was simply unbearable to look at.
Qi Lin, on the other hand, glanced at it and left. Then he stood to the side, gently twitching his nose.
Shen Yanming knew what he was smelling, so he turned his head and mouthed to Zhang Heping, "Where's the dried meat?"
Zhang Heping didn't say anything, but pointed to the black backpack on the bedside table.
Shen Yanming nodded, unzipped his bag, took out some dried meat, and handed it to Qi Lin, saying, "Uncle is treating you to some dried meat, but it's only half a pack. I hope you won't mind."
Qi Lin's face flushed red instantly. He hadn't expected that his little action had been seen by the other person.
He just wanted to know what smelled so good; he never intended to ask the other party for it!
Seeing that he wouldn't take it, Shen Yanming simply stuffed it into his hand.
Qi Xili didn't say anything when he saw it, but secretly planned to catch two old hens for him when he got back.
Old Shen had no idea that his half-pack of dried meat was about to be exchanged for two old hens. If he had known, he definitely wouldn't have made a fuss.
He only shared it because the child was somewhat sensible. But little did he know, Qi Xili was incredibly suspicious.
However, he was treated as one of his own. Otherwise, given Captain Qi's aloof nature, he wouldn't have gone to such lengths to get a hen for half a bag of dried meat as a favor.
Seeing that his father didn't stop him, Qi Lin thanked Shen Yanming with the dried meat. However, he handed over the thermos and said, "This is millet porridge that my dad cooked for Aunt Qiao An. She can drink it when she wakes up."
Shen Yanming accepted the gift without hesitation and thanked him.
After chatting for a while, the Qi father and son prepared to take their leave.
As Qi Xili left, he glanced at his watch, then smiled and asked Shen Yanming, "Did you forget you had to go to work today?"
Comrade Shen was completely stunned. He said, "I forgot!"
Then, looking at the three sleeping people, he said, "Even if they remember, I won't go back to work. They can't live without me."
"Okay, remember to call Guo Tingshuo and Li Gangtie to ask for leave. As for evening training, I'll give you extra lessons after Qiao An is discharged from the hospital."
"Okay, I understand, thank you!"
After Qi Xili left, Shen Yanming was afraid that he would forget again when he got busy, so he called the two leaders to ask for leave.
After learning the reason, they readily gave Shen Yanming a week and congratulated him over the phone.
After hanging up the phone, Shen Yanming sat back on the sofa and asked Zhang Heping, "Are you still hungry?"
Zhang Heping shook his head, "I'm not hungry, I've eaten enough."
"Don't be shy, there are some bread rolls in my suitcase. Oh, and there's also a lunchbox filled with chocolates."
Zhang Heping's eyes lit up. "Then let's have some chocolate. I haven't had candy in a long time."
Shen Yanming didn't explain where it came from and simply handed him the lunchbox. When they opened it, they discovered the chocolate balls were almost melted into chocolate soup.
Zhang Heping suddenly lost his appetite and slumped onto the sofa, complaining bitterly, "How am I supposed to live like this? The weather is so hot, I'm going to turn into a dried-up human body."
Because the hospital is crowded, the central air conditioning is usually on. But Qiao An is a new mother, so the air conditioning in this ward hasn't been turned on since last night.
Zhang Heping was very uncomfortable, but he persevered because he was there to help his brother. He wiped the sweat from his brow again and again; the warm air made it hard to breathe.
Shen Yanming put the lunchbox away, planning to put it in the freezer when he got back, and eat it once it solidified.
As for the paralyzed creature beside him, he patiently persuaded it for a while, then told it some non-classified information about the guard team, reminding it to adapt to the environment in advance.
Zhang Heping was an obedient person and kept everything Shen Yanming said in mind.
Then the two continued to wait for the three people in the hospital beds to wake up.
But waiting was boring, and remembering something, Zhang Heping asked, "I was just about to ask, why were you so lenient with that young man? Is it because his father is a leader?"
This question arose because, in Zhang Heping's memory, Lao Shen was always very concerned about anything involving Bi Qiaoan.
Based on his understanding of him, even if no serious consequences occurred, he wouldn't let it go so easily with just a few words.
Shen Yanming was taken aback, not expecting him to ask that, but he still told the truth: "First, as you said, Qi Lin didn't do it on purpose, and it didn't cause any serious consequences, so there's no need to hold a grudge. As for the second?"
Shen Yanming looked at Zhang Heping and smiled meaningfully.
Zhang Heping's curiosity was completely piqued, and he asked eagerly, "What is it? Tell me quickly!"
Shen Yanming didn't keep him in suspense any longer. He simply said, "My wife and I have always been lucky. Who knows if this accident will turn out to be a blessing in disguise?"
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