Southwest felt a sudden warmth in her heart. What wonderful family they had! It was a pity she was so useless; she could only stand by and offer her blessings.
Tang Jianjun's eyes were also burning with envy. Ever since he took Yan Xinan as his apprentice, he had received so many benefits from the Yan family.
Despite Tang Xiaoling's appalling behavior, the Yan family did not hold a grudge against her. They gave her the full amount of money she was owed and even showed her extra care.
Tang Jianjun vowed in his heart that as long as he could still work, he would continue to work hard at the furniture factory.
The group then went to the southwest room. Yan Xiaonan looked around the room and thought it was a bit small, but convenient for commuting to and from get off work.
“Duoduo and Fubao are clamoring to come over, but Wujinban refuses, so I asked Liujin to look after the three of them until you all settle down,” Cuihua said.
When Southwest heard that Wu Jinban refused to come over, his heart skipped a beat. Could it be that this kid really was a snob?
Southeast took Southwest outside to talk, because he was too busy with work and hadn't had time to have a proper conversation with Southwest yet.
Southeast told Southwest everything Liu Jin had told him. Southwest felt guilty after hearing it; he did indeed owe the two children something.
But what could he do? The furniture factory was set up for him by Nan Nan. He could earn so much money every month and get a bonus at the end of the year. How could he not work hard to live up to Nan Nan's kindness?
The child is important, but the furniture factory is important too. Wu Jinban knows he can't be in two places at once, yet he's still so stubborn. It's heartbreaking.
Southeast shook his head, thinking that Southwest's idea was too simplistic. South South saw that you were worried and fearful every day because the furniture factory in your hometown was about to go bankrupt.
It's a pity that you have such a good skill, so by chance, I opened this furniture factory to put your mind at ease.
But you're putting pressure on yourself, neglecting even your child, which goes against Nan Nan's original intention. Believe me, Nan Nan wants you to be happy the most.
It's perfectly normal for a young child to want adult company. I hope you can take this seriously and not miss out on your child's childhood.
After talking for a while, Southwest still shook his head: "Big brother, I have already troubled Mom and Dad and Grandma for a long time. Even my job was given to me by Nannan. My child cannot trouble them anymore."
Seeing that Southeast still wanted to persuade him, Southwest finally couldn't help but say, "Brother, your son Liujin was raised by his mother and parents. You weren't involved in his childhood."
Southeast immediately shut his mouth and gave Southwest a deep look. He now understood why Grandma had made them separate their families as soon as they got married. She was so wise.
He patted Southwest on the shoulder and said wearily, "You're right. How can I teach you something I haven't even done well myself? I'm sorry."
Seeing Southeast turn away, Southwest was filled with regret. What had gotten into him? How could he have hurt his older brother who was doing this for him?
Seeing Dongnan's unpleasant expression, Xuemei knew he had been humiliated, so she quickly smiled and said, "Dongnan, isn't there a meeting at your workplace? Why aren't you going?"
Southeast glanced gratefully at Xue Mei, apologized to everyone, and quickly left.
Southwest watched as Southeast departed, feeling extremely sad. It seemed his elder brother was becoming distant from him.
Xuemei and Cuihua took out the pots, pans, meat and vegetables they had brought and began cooking in the southwest kitchen.
On the first day of moving, you should cook hot meals so that the house will prosper in the future.
Tang's mother also cooked a big feast at home; she had been preparing for this meal for a long time.
The entire corridor was filled with the aroma of food, the crackling of firecrackers, and the screams of children.
Southwest ate the rice in his bowl, but it tasted like chewing wax. What if Wu Jin and a half didn't want to come over?
"Mom, can I bring Duoduo and Wujinban over tomorrow?" Southwest asked.
Cuihua thought for a moment and said, "Duoduo can come over. This kid saw the kindergarten last time and kept asking to come. You'll have to talk to him nicely about Wujinban."
Yan Xiaoqiang shook his head: "There's no need for Wu Jin and a half to come over. It's more convenient for him to go to school over there. He can go to and from school by himself and doesn't have to cross the road. What will happen if he comes to your school?"
Southwest said, "Dad, I'll go buy a bicycle so I can get up early to take you there and pick you up early after get off work."
"You still need a ticket to buy a bicycle. Do you have one? Also, Wu Jin and a half jin will stay at my place. You can sleep in for an extra half hour in the morning." Yan Xiaoqiang still disagreed.
Yan Xiaonan glanced at Southwest and said, "Third Brother, why don't you ask Wu Jinban first? We should respect his wishes."
Southwest wanted to say something, but kept quiet and nodded in agreement. However, he was determined that Wu Jinban had to come and live with him.
Tang Jianjun also heard the conversation on the other end and said softly to his mother, "If the two children come over, you don't need to go to work. Help Southwest take care of the children."
Mrs. Tang nodded: "That's what I'm thinking too. I'll get up early, take Wu Jinban to school first, then take Duo Duo to kindergarten, and then I'll buy groceries, cook, and do laundry, becoming an old maid."
Tang Jianjun laughed and said, "Old woman, don't work too hard. Let the children wash their own clothes."
"The child is so young. If you spend too much time with a blockhead, you'll turn into one too. Hurry up and eat. After you finish, go out and buy some things for the child."
"Okay, I won't eat then. I'll eat when I get back tonight."
The two of them took the money and went out the door, intending to buy some fabric for Duoduo and some school supplies for Wujinban.
That evening, Southwest returned to the courtyard house and looked at Wujinban, saying, "Wujinban, have you packed your things? We're going back to our own home."
Wu Jinban shook his head: "Dad, my school is here. I'll go back with you after I graduate from elementary school."
“No, you’ve already troubled Grandpa and Great-Grandma, and Dad feels bad about it,” Southwest insisted.
Wu Jinban shook his head again: "Dad, I haven't troubled Grandpa and Grandma much. I go to and from school by myself, do my homework by myself, and I even help Grandpa and Grandma clean."
"Don't make so many excuses. You have to come back with me today." Southwest felt guilty, but still said firmly.
Wu Jinban shook his head again: "Dad, don't force me. I'll go back with you, but I won't go to school."
Southwest's facial muscles began to twitch, a sign that his temper had reached its limit.
Wu Jinban ignored this, determined not to go back to Southwest China, fearing he would starve to death there.
Cuihua never knew that Xinan could be so stubborn, and Wujinban was clearly determined to prove her wrong.
Yan Xiaonan quickly smoothed things over: "Second brother, the kindergarten will start enrolling students in June and then open on September 1st. There's still plenty of time."
Cuihua nodded quickly: "Southwest, wait a while. Help Duoduo register in June first. Xuemei can also cancel her spot."
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