Yang Wan escaped a calamity and, after recovering from a serious illness, became even more open-minded.
After all, when she was in that thatched hut, she once thought that she was going to die far from home and never see her family again.
It's already very good as it is now.
Yang Wan smiled and held her daughter and husband's hands, standing at the gate of the courtyard, looking up as if she were reminiscing or sighing.
"I never expected that after so many years, this little courtyard would still be preserved, and that we would have the chance to live here again."
After so many years of ups and downs and so many things happening, standing in front of the familiar place, time seems to be pulled back to a certain day in the past, as if nothing had ever happened.
Just as I stood there gazing intently, a voice rang out.
"I'm so sorry, in-laws, are we late?"
Xie Wenyuan and Huang Meiling rushed over carrying large and small bags.
Upon meeting Huang Meiling and Shu Wenyuan, I couldn't help but feel a surge of emotions.
"It's been so long since we last saw each other. I never imagined we'd be neighbors again."
Huang Meiling held Yang Wan's hand and saw that she was covered in wounds, some deep and some shallow, and that she was much thinner and more haggard than before. Her eyes couldn't help but redden.
"How did you end up like this? You must have suffered a lot."
Yang Wan squeezed Huang Meiling's hand and smiled.
"It's all in the past. Now that our two families are living closer together, it's fate."
"yes."
Xie Wenyuan and Huang Meiling quickly handed over the things they were holding.
"Knowing that you have just moved to a new house, there must be a lot of things you haven't had time to buy yet, so we specially bought some bowls, chopsticks and tableware when we came back from the base."
"There's also a blanket here, perfect for this time of year. It's been washed, so you can use it without worry."
"I also bought some fruit and supplements. You've suffered so much, and now that you've finally settled down, you must take good care of your health."
Not only that, Xie Mingzhu also specially bought a wok for stir-frying, a complete set of spatulas and ladles, and even bought a lot of vegetables to bring along.
Shu Wenyuan and Yang Wan readily agreed to the expense, and the whole family went into the house in a lively atmosphere. They arranged the newly purchased furniture and then helped with a simple wipe-down.
The house had already been thoroughly cleaned by Shu Ying and Xie Mingzhu, so wiping the furniture was not a problem.
With everyone's help, the problem was quickly resolved, and they sat down for a lively chat.
Xie Mingzhu and Shu Ying went straight into the kitchen.
The two often cook together, and they quickly discussed and decided on today's menu, working together seamlessly to start cooking.
Considering Shu Ying's current physical condition and the fact that she cannot overexert herself, Xie Mingzhu took charge of cooking, while Shu Ying helped with chopping vegetables and washing dishes.
With their seamless teamwork, the fragrant food was quickly cooked and placed on the table.
A large round table was filled to the brim. Shu Ying called out, and everyone gathered around with smiles and sat down at the table.
The aroma instantly attracted everyone's attention. It was the first time Shu Wenyuan and Yang Wan had seen Xie Mingzhu's cooking skills, and they couldn't help but praise her even before they picked up their chopsticks.
"This dish is really well made. It looks and smells delicious. It's so fragrant, even better than the restaurants we used to eat in Shanghai."
Xie Mingzhu felt a little embarrassed, but Shu Ying accepted the compliments on her behalf.
“My sister has always been talented at cooking, and her skills have been getting better and better lately. Sometimes when I can’t sleep at night, I think about the food she makes, and the more I think about that delicious smell, the less I can sleep.”
Xie Mingzhu, who was smiling, immediately turned her head to a serious expression upon hearing this.
"Why didn't you tell me? Next time you want to eat it, just come to my room and wake me up. Don't hold back."
"You have four mouths to feed now, so you can't mistreat yourself."
Shu Ying smiled and patted Xie Mingzhu's hand: "Mom and Dad, you've both seen it, haven't you? My sister is always worried that I'm not eating enough, she spoils me rotten."
Shu Wenyuan and Yang Wan were also extremely pleased.
"Mingzhu, thank you so much for taking care of my Yingying. With you by her side, we feel so relieved."
"Such a good child, it's fortunate that he was found, otherwise..."
Halfway through her sentence, Yang Wan realized it was inappropriate, apologized, and shut her mouth with a smile.
When Xie Wenyuan and Huang Meiling mentioned this, they felt a little sad, and their eyes involuntarily reddened.
"Actually, after bringing Mingzhu back, we couldn't help but think many times that if we hadn't met Mingzhu by chance and discovered her true identity, she might have been wandering abroad for the rest of her life..."
As she spoke, Huang Meiling choked up.
She simply couldn't bear to think about it.
Yang Wan quickly took out a handkerchief to wipe her tears, apologizing repeatedly.
"It's all my fault. I shouldn't have said those things and made you sad."
Huang Meiling waved her hand and wiped away her tears.
“Not only Mingzhu, but you too. Fortunately, you survived the danger, but your situation was even more perilous.”
"But thankfully, we were reunited in the end and sat together peacefully."
"Looking back now, it feels like a thrilling dream."
Xie Wenyuan smiled and raised his glass.
“Our family is blessed and lucky. They say that those who survive a great calamity are destined for good fortune, and our family’s good fortune is yet to come.”
Shu Ying, using tea instead of wine, also raised her glass.
"To our future."
"To the future!"
Everyone raised their glasses, and all the hardships of the past seemed to vanish in the crisp clinking of glasses.
"All the setbacks are over, and life will only get better from now on."
"It will definitely get better and better!"
The meal was exceptionally warm and comforting.
The elders gathered together to reminisce about the past and talk about their experiences over the years.
Shu Ying and Xie Mingzhu chatted casually about everything under the sun.
Xie Mingzhu, who is usually optimistic and cheerful, has been acting strangely lately, appearing somewhat lost and confused.
This feeling seems to have started when the past was brought up.
After a moment's thought, Shu Ying roughly understood the reason.
She gently patted Xie Mingzhu's hand.
"Sister, don't worry, Zhiyan is also helping to search. Your child will definitely be found."
“Our family is destined to be together. Look, we’ve been through so much and we’re still reunited. We will definitely find that child.”
Xie Mingzhu lowered her head and rubbed her slightly sore eyes, forcing a smile.
"Yes, definitely."
Huang Meiling noticed her daughter's situation, and even without asking, you could guess why.
When the conversation turned to the past, the atmosphere became somewhat somber.
Huang Meiling sighed inwardly, then smiled and changed the subject.
"Let's not talk about these things. Everything is going well right now."
"Yingying is pregnant again, and the baby will be born in a few months. This is the most important event for our family."
"Yes, I was thinking of having Yingying check into the hospital before delivery, but I don't know if the military hospital will have any beds available..."
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