Fu Jingchen felt like he was sitting on pins and needles.
Zhou Luo came to the rescue: "Second Aunt, Third Aunt, please don't interrogate Fu Jingchen like a criminal, asking him all sorts of questions. I haven't been back for a long time either. Ask me how I am doing."
"How can this girl talk like that? Our good intentions have turned into an interrogation of a criminal, right, Third Brother?"
Yes, Luo Luo, your second aunt and I are worried about you, aren't we?
Seeing this, Mrs. Zhou immediately interrupted, "The food is getting cold, hurry up and eat. Although we don't have a rule of not talking while eating, it's not good to keep talking without eating."
"Second brother, here's your favorite stir-fried potatoes, eggplant, and green peppers."
"Third brother, here's your favorite 'ants climbing a tree'."
Zhou's mother put food into the bowls of her two aunts.
The villa issue has finally been deflected.
Fu Jingchen didn't eat much for dinner, but he still felt like he couldn't swallow properly.
He had seen all sorts of grand occasions since he was a child, and had accompanied his adoptive father to social events, but he had never been gossiped about like this before.
I thought the meal was the end of it.
But all the relatives stayed to chat, and no one went home first.
Fu Jingchen then cast a pleading look at Zhou Luo.
Zhou Luo was also afraid that Fu Jingchen's answer would be inconsistent with the message his mother had spread, and that it would be misinterpreted by others.
She said, "Uncle, Auntie, I'm too full. I'm going out for a walk. You two play a little longer."
“Let’s go together, Fu Jingchen.” Then she turned to Fu Jingchen.
The relatives were about to ask if she was deliberately not spending time with them, but before they could say anything, Zhou's mother waved her hand and said, "Go on, go on."
Zhou Luo pulled Fu Jingchen along without delay.
As Fu Jingchen left the house, he breathed a sigh of relief: "Luo Luo, that was terrifying, absolutely terrifying."
The man was still shaken.
“My aunt and her family are all typical rural women. They haven’t had much education and have never been to a big city. They usually do nothing but work and gossip, talking about this family and that family. But they don’t mean any harm. Just brush off any questions they ask.” Zhou Luo explained, afraid that Fu Jingchen would think her relatives were uncivilized.
"Okay, I understand. Luo Luo, they won't stay until we get back, will they? I have a feeling they still have questions to ask." Fu Jingchen didn't want to come back and be interrogated by a group of people again.
"No, my parents will make them go home when it's time. My mom is on your side, right?" In comparison, Zhou Luo's parents seemed much more understanding.
"Yes, my aunt and uncle are very good to me, but after I marry you, I will have to deal with relatives. It might be good to get used to it in advance. Luo Luo, when they ask you questions, should I not answer or tell the truth?" Fu Jingchen wanted to learn some experience.
“Actually, it’s okay for you to tell a few white lies. You can brag a little. I brag when I get home too. For example, even if I’m unemployed, I’ll tell them that my job is very stable, or that I’ve even been promoted and received a raise, so they won’t worry. If you tell them the truth, it will only create anxiety for them.” Zhou Luo thought this was a white lie.
“But it can’t be too outrageous,” Zhou Luo continued. “For example, the issue of housing. People have to look at houses when getting married. If you don’t have one, you can’t just say you do. When the relatives arrive, they’ll find out soon enough. If they ask about your salary or property, you can immediately change the subject.”
Zhou Luo gave several examples, and Fu Jingchen nodded and shook his head, seemingly understanding but not quite.
"Oh, it's alright, I've been right here with you, I'll help you." Fu Jingchen wasn't about to just listen to someone explain the social customs of the village and immediately understand what to do.
——
Tiancheng Municipal Hospital.
After several days of preparation, Yu Wenhao had everything arranged.
Last night, Shen Xingzhi brought up the topic of marriage again.
After returning home, Yu Wenhao put the diamond ring into his laptop bag, intending to propose in a special way at the hospital.
He told Rongyan and the others about his thoughts.
Rong Yan and Fu Jingsheng went there at noon.
Yu Wenhao asked the caregiver to cooperate with him.
Shen Xingzhi was cared for by a caregiver during the day, and Yu Wenhao and the others only came over at night.
In the morning, after the woman finished breakfast, she asked the caregiver to accompany her downstairs for a walk.
The morning sunlight was gentle.
Shen Xingzhi tilted her head slightly and said, "Big sister, I mentioned marriage to Yu Wenhao last night, and he didn't seem to be in a hurry at all."
The caregiver struggled to suppress her laughter.
"Are you so eager to get married? You have to wait until you're discharged from the hospital," the caregiver replied.
"I've been feeling uneasy these past few days. Remember that person I told you about? They were together for years, but they still broke up just like that." The person Shen Xingzhi was referring to was Fu Jingchen.
“It’s different.” The caregiver’s voice was gentle. “You’re not a troublemaker, and Yu Wenhao isn’t an irresponsible person either. Your older sister has a good eye for people; this kid is reliable.”
"Really? How did you see that?" Shen Xingzhi hoped the caregiver could say more to prove that Yu Wenhao wouldn't abandon her, so that she could feel safe.
“I’ve been a caregiver for so many years, and I’ve never seen a man more responsible than him. Every day when he comes in, he rushes to take care of you. My job is fine, right? But do you know, every day before Yu Wenhao leaves, he reminds me what time to feed you and what to eat.” The caregiver’s eyes were sincere. “I’m not exaggerating at all.”
"He was worried that I wouldn't take good enough care of him. How could someone like that not be loyal?"
"Also, it's not that he doesn't want to get married, it's that he doesn't want to be so hasty. Haven't I analyzed what he said to you? It's precisely because you are so precious to him that he wants to take it seriously and can't allow any flaws. You might as well just go out and get a marriage certificate, it's that easy."
...
The caregiver talked a lot.
"Are you blinded by your own involvement?" Shen Xingzhi asked after listening.
The caregiver nodded vigorously: "You can feel it. Don't listen to what he says, watch what he does."
"Yes, thank you, big sister. It's a shame you're not a psychologist."
"Sigh, I only know how to comfort people, I don't know anything about psychology." The caregiver shook his head.
"Big sister, let's go out for lunch, it's on me. You've worked hard these past few days."
"Let's do it another day. I've made plans to have lunch with my colleagues at the cafeteria today," the caregiver said, though in reality she was going to keep Shen Xingzhi in the ward at noon to help Yu Wenhao with his marriage proposal.
"Okay." Shen Xingzhi was a little disappointed. "I was hoping to change things up, but the hospital food is so bland. I'm losing my sense of taste because I eat the same few dishes every day."
"A light diet is good for you. Don't crave anything. Now that you've recovered, you can eat whatever you want in the future," the caregiver replied immediately.
"Okay, can I have a milk tea? Actually, I'd like coffee," Shen Xingzhi asked again.
"A small sip is fine, but not more. I'll go buy some for you in a bit. Just tell me what flavor you want."
Shen Xingzhi told the caregiver about her request.
In the morning, Yu Wenhao left the company at ten o'clock, accompanied by Fu Jingsheng.
He was driving, and Fu Jingsheng was sitting in the passenger seat. A huge bouquet of roses, which had been ordered in advance, was placed in the back, filling the entire car with the scent of roses.
"Boss, are you sure you don't want me to pick up Rong Yan?"
"No need, Rong Yan will drive there herself. She lives closer than us. Wait a bit and check if everything is there." Fu Jingsheng knew how important today was for Yu Wenhao.
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