Chapter 91 Love at First Sight, A Lifetime
Huo Zhenhua was unaware of Su Meng's teasing.
If he knew, he would be so angry he'd vomit blood.
He had completely changed from his previous gloomy demeanor, walking with a brisk pace. The wind billowed his clothes and trousers, making them flutter and bulge, exuding a light and cheerful air.
"Short legs, hurry up!"
He couldn't help but call out to the person who moved as slowly as a snail, then stood sideways in the twilight, smiling as he waited for the sulking little girl.
Su Meng clenched her fists and ran up to him, waving them fiercely, "No personal attacks allowed!"
She speaks in a cute but fierce way, just like... a little kitten, making you want to pet her a few times.
Huo Zhenhua grabbed her by the collar, leaned down and looked at her with his dark eyes full of smiles.
"Trying to provoke me? You'd better train for a few more years. I'll take you to training tomorrow morning?"
Su Meng strongly objected, "No!"
The thought of him running laps beside me, whistling sternly and occasionally making a sarcastic remark, made me feel like I couldn't breathe properly.
She slapped the back of her collar hard, saying, "I'll train on my own. I don't want to be your soldier."
Huo Zhenhua chuckled softly, a hint of disappointment in his eyes.
Before anyone knew it, Xiao Qi poked her head out from the courtyard gate.
Upon seeing Su Meng, she ran over happily and hugged Su Meng's leg, "Sister, why did you only come back now?"
Why didn't you take Xiaoqi out to play?
Su Meng reached out and scooped her up, affectionately pinching her nose. "Sister's going to start working now."
"When I'm on vacation, I'll take you to the beach to collect seashells?"
Little Qi clapped her two chubby little hands excitedly, "Yay! I'm going to string them into two wind chimes, one for my sister and one for myself."
Just like at Xiao Hai's house, it hung on the window and jingled.
Hearing this, Su Meng felt a pang of sadness.
She's just envious of other people having wind chimes.
But her uncle is often in the military or on missions, so he doesn't have time to spend with her.
Grandma has difficulty walking, so she can't play with her.
This child is severely lacking in love!
She hugged Xiaoqi tightly and kissed her cheek tenderly. "I'll listen to whatever Xiaoqi wants. From now on, Xiaoqi can tell me whatever she wants."
"I will do my best to help you achieve your dream."
Xiao Qi fiddled with her fingers, looking at Su Meng with a conflicted expression, then at Huo Zhenhua, who was a step behind her.
He whispered into Su Meng's ear, "Grandma said you'll get married when you grow up."
"Sister, can you take me with you? I want to come with you."
Su Meng was taken aback, thinking to herself, "How can this little brat think so far ahead?"
Her marriage is still far from being finalized, so why does she want to go with him?
"good."
Hearing this, Xiao Qi laughed, showing her little tiger teeth and waving at Huo Zhenhua, "Uncle, you can't object!"
Before Su Meng could react, she continued, counting on her fingers, "I can sweep the floor, wash dishes, start a fire, and even pick wild vegetables."
"Yes, I'll take care of my younger siblings just like Xiaohai did."
Huo Zhenhua couldn't help but chuckle; his once-firm and hard jawline visibly relaxed, and the light in his eyes flickered with pleasure.
He smiled and patted Xiaoqi's head. "Yes! Our Xiaoqi is very capable, I won't object."
"I'll also take you to collect seashells and string them into wind chimes with your sister, okay?"
Xiao Qi exclaimed happily, her eyes shining as she looked excitedly at Su Meng, "Grandma will definitely allow us to go to the beach with Uncle."
"Sister, this uncle is very nice, let's go with him."
Su Meng: "...You just sold yourself like that? You little idiot!"
She stole a glance at Huo Zhenhua, afraid he would also say to her, "You're so ugly, how could I have fallen for you?"
Haha! She's going to be so embarrassed!
Fortunately, the man only smiled at her and walked into the yard first.
Upon arriving at the courtyard gate, Huo Zhenhua naturally became much more restrained.
But hearing Xiao Qi's childish words, I knew that the elders of the Su family must have talked about him.
It seems the revolution is not yet complete; comrades must continue to strive!
The meal was peaceful and warm.
The Su family did not give Huo Zhenhua a cold shoulder for coming uninvited. On the contrary, they thanked him for coming early to help build the house and felt a little embarrassed that they hadn't been able to treat him to good food and drinks.
Grandma smiled and said, "Xiao Huo, thank you! I'll take care of all the chores in the kitchen. You go and rest."
Huo Zhenhua: "It's alright! I'm just killing time anyway. Grandma, I'm used to it!"
He deftly snatched the rag from his grandmother's hand and immediately used his long arms and legs to clean the kitchen spotless in just a few minutes.
Grandma took off her apron, leaned closer, and asked, "Do you really like my Xiaomeng?"
Huo Zhenhua's heart tightened, and he nodded without hesitation, "I love it! Love at first sight."
He was supposed to deliver the birthday present and leave, but when he saw Su Meng coming down the stairs, his heart, which had been dormant for many years, was like a magical beast that had been sealed for tens of thousands of years, and it instantly awakened.
Every drop of blood and every cell in his body screamed that she was his other half.
He inexplicably accepted Shen Wuyang's invitation to celebrate Su Meng's birthday together.
It immediately sensed the presence of traditional Chinese medicine and tried to struggle and resist.
But he, who was usually strong and decisive in the face of trouble, actually became confused and half-heartedly complied with Zhong Cuilin's scheme.
He knew it was wrong, but he was in a daze, as if he were stuck in a quagmire and couldn't get out. He felt powerless and helpless, but also had a faint sense of anticipation and pleasure at seeing Su Meng.
But when he heard Su Meng say "we're even" afterward, he instantly sobered up, feeling annoyed, ashamed, and guilty, as well as a little sad that she had rejected him.
He couldn't help but pay attention to her.
But when she thought of her disdain and the fact that she might like her childhood sweetheart Nie Ronghua, she couldn't help but be sarcastic in her bad mood.
Even out of habitual vigilance and defensiveness, he never considered interrogating her or distancing himself from her.
Instead, I wanted to protect her.
"Grandma, it's a pity she's still too young to understand things. I want to be there for her as she grows up."
He made a serious statement, hoping to gain the support of this patriarch.
Grandma looked at him approvingly, her satisfaction extending to his ears, "You're a good one!"
Don't force her, don't hurt her.
Xiao Meng, you've lived like a weed for over ten years.
If she opens her heart and accepts you, then you are her one and only.
Little Huo, Grandma has high hopes for you!
Upon hearing this, Huo Zhenhua became as excited as a seventeen or eighteen-year-old lad, clutching his trouser leg tightly. "Grandma, I know."
I promise to treat her well for the rest of my life and cherish her like a precious gem.
He was so excited he almost saluted.
On the other hand, Su Meng was not as relaxed as Huo Zhenhua.
Facing the stern-faced Su Mianzhi, she couldn't help but recall the terrifying scenes of being trained by him when she was a child. She sat up straight and asked, "Dad, what do you want to say?"
After carefully considering his words, Su Mianzhi sighed, "What are your thoughts on the arranged marriage with the Nie family?"
Without thinking, Su Meng said, "Dad, just as Grandma said, we are not worthy of your kindness."
I don't want two strangers to be tied together; that would be irresponsible of me.
Su Mianzhi picked up the newspaper on the table and said quietly, "It's probably not that simple to annul the engagement."
The verbal agreement was made by the Nie family for two reasons: first, to repay a debt of gratitude, and second, because they saw the opportunity to connect the Su family with the renowned physician Ming.
Now that both families' fathers have passed away, they may have abandoned this meaningless verbal agreement, but Su Meng has suddenly performed so exceptionally well...
"Therefore, whether for fame or profit, they certainly won't give up easily."
"If we forcibly break the contract, it will damage your reputation."
Su Meng's eyes darted around, and she leaned over and whispered something.
Su Mianzhi's mood immediately brightened, and he burst into laughter.
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