Chapter 51 Father and Mother Jiang Visit Their Daughter
Jiang Ruoxi saw the familiar figure from afar, and her eyes instantly turned red. Her parents were walking towards her, their steps were anxious and a little tired.
After nearly half a year of separation, my longing for you is as overwhelming as the tide. The moment I saw my parents, the emotions that had been pent up for a long time completely burst out and tears flowed uncontrollably.
Lu Tingxiao stood aside and took in the entire scene. He looked at Jiang Ruoxi crying bitterly, and his heart seemed to be grabbed by an invisible hand.
He knew very well that all this was due to him. Because of their work, the two of them came to Liao Province. Although the distance was not particularly far, it separated Jiang Ruoxi from her parents.
Guilt spread in his heart, and he secretly made up his mind that he must work hard for Jiang Ruoxi, for the children, and for this family.
He was thinking to himself that he would have to devote more time and energy to work in the days to come. He wanted to rely on his own strength to gain recognition from the organization, strive to be promoted as soon as possible, and transfer back to Beijing.
"Mom..." Jiang Ruoxi cried, her voice full of grievance and longing. She hugged her mother tightly, as if if she let go, the warmth that was lost and regained would disappear.
Mother Jiang patted her back gently, her eyes moistened. The familiar touch made Jiang Ruoxi cry even more.
Seeing the mother and daughter hugging each other, Father Jiang's eyes were slightly red. He walked forward and said with a slightly choked voice: "Come, Xixi, let Dad see if you have lost weight?"
Jiang Ruoxi let go of her mother and turned to look at her father. Father Jiang's eyes were full of love. He gently held Jiang Ruoxi's face and looked at it carefully. His brows slightly furrowed, and he said distressedly: "Look at this little face, it's so pointed. Didn't you eat well here?"
"Dad, no, I eat well. I just don't gain weight no matter what I eat!" Jiang Ruoxi said coquettishly.
Father Jiang glanced at Lu Tingxiao and said, "What nonsense! I think it was that brat who didn't take good care of you. Come inside and see what delicious food your parents brought you!"
Jiang Ruoxi led Jiang's father and mother into the house and eagerly opened the bag: "Wow! There are pickles from Liubiju, braised beef from Yueshengzhai, and dim sum from Daoxiangcun, all of which are my favorites!"
Mother Jiang took out two bags of milk powder and four bags of plums from another bag: "Xixi, this milk powder is for your body. Tell me when you finish it and I'll buy more. Also, if you have no taste in your mouth or have morning sickness, eat one of these plums!"
Lu Tingxiao stood aside, watching this heartwarming scene, his heart filled with guilt and emotion. He felt guilty for not being able to let Jiang Ruoxi be filial to her parents, and was touched by the deep friendship between the family.
He walked forward silently and said to Jiang's father and mother, "Dad, Mom, it's all my fault. Xixi has been wronged!" Jiang's father and mother waved their hands quickly. Jiang's mother smiled and said, "Tingxiao, we know you are also busy with work. For the sake of this family, sometimes you can't take care of Xixi. We don't blame you, but Xixi is our daughter, how can we not feel sorry for her!"
"Dad, Mom, I know, we all love Xixi!"
At this time, Jiang Ruoxi wiped her tears and said with a smile, "Okay, okay, don't be so sad. Mom and Dad have come all the way here, they must be exhausted. Come into the house and have a rest first. Tingxiao and I will go buy some groceries and cook!"
As she spoke, she took her parents' hands and walked towards the guest room. After entering the room, Jiang Ruoxi urged her parents to wash up and have a good rest, while Lu Tingxiao helped them pack their luggage.
Lu Tingxiao was very quick and efficient. Together with Jiang Ruoxi, he helped Jiang's father and mother pack their luggage. After Jiang's father and mother simply washed up, the fatigue on their faces was slightly reduced.
Jiang Ruoxi's eyes were full of concern as she gently advised, "Mom and Dad, you've been traveling all the way, so take a good rest. Tingxiao and I will go buy some groceries and will be back soon!"
After they went out, the warm spring sun shone down, wrapping the two of them in warmth. Lu Tingxiao naturally took Jiang Ruoxi's hand with a gentle smile on his face, "We have to buy more delicious food today so that mom and dad can taste my cooking skills!"
Jiang Ruoxi nodded gently, her eyes full of happiness: "Well, I'll provide the skills and you'll do the work, we must make sure they eat happily and to their satisfaction!"
When they arrived at the bustling vegetable market, it was bustling with people and full of vegetables and fruits. Jiang Ruoxi walked between the stalls, carefully selecting the ingredients.
She picked a piece of pork belly with clear texture, thinking that her father loved the braised pork that was fat but not greasy and melted in the mouth; she also selected brightly colored ribs, preparing to make her mother's favorite sweet and sour ribs, and then used the ribs and corn to make a rib and corn soup.
Afterwards, she carefully selected a handful of fresh garlic sprouts, a few ears of plump corn, and a handful of juicy green vegetables. Lu Tingxiao was carrying the bags at the side, lending a hand from time to time, and even joked: "I see that the way you buy vegetables is almost as good as the chefs in state-owned restaurants." Jiang Ruoxi smiled and rolled her eyes at him: "Of course not, for my parents' stomachs, I have to be careful."
After buying groceries and returning home, Jiang Ruoxi and Lu Tingxiao went straight into the kitchen. Lu Tingxiao put on an apron expertly and washed and cut vegetables with smooth movements. Jiang Ruoxi gave technical instructions on how to cut vegetables, how to add seasonings, when to put the vegetables in the pot and when to take them out of the pot. She also lent a hand by passing seasonings and cleaning the counter. In the kitchen, smoke rose and the clinking of pots and pans created a warm melody.
After a while, delicious dishes were served on the table. The braised pork is bright red in color and has a fragrant aroma; the sweet and sour spare ribs are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and are sweet and sour in taste; the bacon is stir-fried with garlic sprouts, and the garlic sprouts are stir-fried just right, exuding a unique aroma; the corn and pork ribs soup, the corn is cooked sweet and soft, the ribs are stewed soft and easy to eat, and the vegetables are refreshing and relieve greasiness.
Father and Mother Jiang sat at the table, looking at the food on it, their eyes slightly reddened, full of satisfaction: "Xixi, Tingxiao, you are so thoughtful!" The family sat together, laughing and talking, sharing this warm reunion time.
The time of reunion is always short, like a flash of lightning. In the blink of an eye, Father and Mother Jiang have spent two days here. During these two days, the house was full of laughter and the warm atmosphere filled everyone's heart.
However, the reality of helplessness came like a tide. Jiang's father took advantage of his work and rushed to finish his work to squeeze out two days to reunite with his daughter and son-in-law. Jiang's mother had to take a leave to come, but when the time came, she was unable to get away from work, so they had to set off on their journey home.
Although Lu Tingxiao and Jiang Ruoxi were reluctant to let them go, they were also very understanding. On the day when Jiang's father and mother returned to Beijing, they got up early before dawn and helped them pack their luggage. Every move they made was filled with attachment.
On the way to the train station, everyone was silent and a faint sadness filled the air.
When they arrived at the train station, there was a lot of hustle and bustle, but the world of the four of them seemed to be wrapped in a film of silence.
Jiang Ruoxi held her mother's hand tightly, her eyes reddened, her voice choked with sobs: "Mom, be careful on your way back, and remember to call us when you arrive." Mother Jiang raised her hand and gently touched her head, holding back tears, and said with a smile: "My dear daughter, don't worry, we are all so old, we can take care of ourselves, you and Tingxiao have to be well here, and take time off when mom is not busy, and if you really don't have time, you can only wait until you give birth and recuperate!"
"Mom, just take care of your own business and don't worry about me. Tingxiao and my mother-in-law asked them to find someone to help me, so don't worry!"
"That's good. I'll go back and ask your mother-in-law if she has found the right person. If not, we'll look for one together!" The mother and daughter said goodbye reluctantly.
Father Jiang patted Lu Tingxiao on the shoulder and said earnestly, "Tingxiao, Xixi is now in your care. Please bear with me if anything happens!"
Lu Tingxiao nodded solemnly and said firmly, "Dad, don't worry, I will definitely take good care of Xixi!"
As the train slowly pulled into the station, Jiang's father and mother dragged their luggage and boarded the train, looking back every few steps. Lu Tingxiao and Jiang Ruoxi stood on the platform, looking at their parents in the window, waving their hands continuously until the shadow of the train disappeared in the distance, then they turned around and left.
On the way home, the car was silent. Jiang Ruoxi leaned on Lu Tingxiao's shoulder and whispered, "I really don't want my parents to leave!" Lu Tingxiao gently held her hand and comforted her, "Don't be sad, wait until we get back, and spend more time with them!"
When they returned home and looked at the empty room, they both felt a little lost. But Lu Tingxiao knew that he couldn't let Jiang Ruoxi remain immersed in this emotion.
He held Jiang Ruoxi's hand and said gently, "Wife, let's make our home more cozy. Next time when my parents come, they will definitely be impressed!"
Jiang Ruoxi looked at his determined eyes and felt a warm current in her heart. She nodded vigorously. Then the two of them began to get busy, replanning the layout of the room, looking forward to the next reunion with their family.
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