Chapter 287 Before Leaving the Village
Seeing that there was nothing in the kitchen he could help with, Xiahou Jie turned and walked out of the kitchen.
Upon arriving in the lobby, he discovered that there was no one there at all.
He couldn't help but mutter to himself, "Hey, where did everyone go?"
Just as Xiahou Jie was puzzled, he suddenly heard voices coming from the backyard.
Curious, he followed the sound and went through the back door. The scene before him brought a smile to his face—Shen Xiaoxiao and Dai Xingyun were strolling hand in hand in the backyard.
At this moment, Dai Xingyun held Shen Xiaoxiao's hand tightly, gazing at her with incredibly tender eyes, and said softly, "After the New Year, I'll come pick you up, okay? I'm really worried about you traveling alone by train..."
"No need, don't you know my abilities? Don't worry, I'll be fine on my own! You're always running back and forth like this, just taking several days by train, it's too tiring for you," Shen Xiaoxiao said.
“But in my heart, nothing is more important than your safety! I’m not tired at all,” Dai Xingyun replied firmly.
"Well... how about this, you wait for me at Kyoto Station?" Shen Xiaoxiao blinked her big eyes as she discussed with Dai Xingyun.
Seeing that Dai Xingyun seemed about to refuse, Shen Xiaoxiao quickly reached out and hugged his waist, saying in a coquettish tone, "Oh, really, you don't need to come all the way to pick me up! I'll definitely arrive safely, believe me!"
"But you, the most important thing is to help me buy a house. I'm looking forward to moving in as soon as I get here."
Hearing this, Dai Xingyun sighed helplessly, then hugged Shen Xiaoxiao tightly, buried his head in the crook of her neck, and murmured, "I just don't want to be separated from you even for a moment..."
"Don't worry, I'll be coming to find you soon."
"Remember to come to our house tomorrow morning. Mom and I will prepare food for you to eat in the car."
"Oh, and my bankbook too, bring that along as well. If you see a house you like, don't hesitate, just buy it for me! I trust your judgment."
Shen Xiaoxiao curled up in his warm embrace like a docile kitten, whispering these words.
Dai Xingyun gently reached out and slowly stroked Shen Xiaoxiao's hair. His handsome face was full of doting affection, and the corners of his mouth were slightly upturned. He replied softly, "I'll buy it for you then."
"You dare hand over your bankbook to me? Aren't you afraid I'll run off with your money?"
Shen Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes, speechless. "Can you?"
Then, he slowly moved closer to Shen Xiaoxiao's face and gently kissed her petal-pink lips.
Dai Xingyun raised his head and said slowly in a voice full of affection, "Silly girl, how could I possibly run away? I will stay by your side for the rest of my life."
Upon hearing these words, Shen Xiaoxiao's face blossomed into a radiant smile.
She nodded happily and whispered, "Yes, I believe you!"
However, before she could finish speaking, she seemed to remember something important and quickly added, "But you must use my money when you buy the house!"
"Why?" Dai Xingyun looked at Shen Xiaoxiao with some confusion.
She pouted and explained earnestly, "Because my parents will also be living here in the future, it belongs to our family."
After saying that, Shen Xiaoxiao, as if afraid that Dai Xingyun would not agree, tightly hugged his waist with both arms and buried her head in his broad chest.
"Okay!" Dai Xingyun replied somewhat helplessly, but still nodded obediently in agreement.
Looking at the person in front of him, he secretly wondered who he could find when he returned to Kyoto.
"Then you'd better keep a close eye out. If you find a suitable and desirable house, then help me buy two."
"One set will have my parents' names on it, and the other set will have mine. Remember, I want a traditional courtyard house."
Shen Xiaoxiao looked at Dai Xingyun expectantly, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
“Okay!” Dai Xingyun simply replied with a single word.
This brief answer contained his commitment and responsibility to the other party.
At this moment, the two embraced each other quietly, as if time had stopped flowing.
Everything around them seemed to fade away as their lips drew closer and pressed together in a kiss.
Just then, Xiahou Jie quietly walked up behind them.
When he saw the two kissing, he was slightly taken aback, then quickly turned away, deliberately making some subtle noises.
"The food is ready! Come and wash your hands and get ready to eat!" Ma Aning's voice came from the kitchen.
She had just finished cooking the last dish and taken it out of the pan.
Hearing her mother's call, Shen Xiaoxiao slowly released her arms from Dai Xingyun and said softly, "Mom is calling us for dinner. Let's go in quickly."
Although Dai Xingyun was filled with reluctance, he could only silently let go of her hand.
His voice was low and hoarse, tinged with a hint of reluctance as he said, "Yes, let's go in..."
Dai Xingyun let Shen Xiaoxiao go first, and walked behind her.
"How dare you sneak around in the backyard? Aren't you afraid Uncle Shen will find out and chase you all over the village with a knife?"
As he watched Shen Xiaoxiao turn and walk into the backyard, Xiahou Jie could no longer suppress his teasing mood. He smiled and teased her.
Dai Xingyun merely glanced at him lightly, then turned and walked past him into the house.
At this moment, everyone sat around the dining table, facing a sumptuous meal, but no one broke the silence.
Everyone seemed lost in their own thoughts, occasionally glancing up at those around them, but quickly looking down again, silently chewing their food.
Just then, Ma Aning, who had been silent all along, slowly raised his head, his gaze sweeping over Dai Xingyun and Xiahou Jie in turn.
She gently raised her teacup and said with a smile, "Ah, time really flies! It seems like only a blink of an eye, and you two have already been in our little village for several years."
"Tomorrow you will be leaving here and going home. Here, your auntie sincerely wishes you a safe journey and a bright future!"
Upon hearing Ma Aning's words, Dai Xingyun and Xiahou Jie exchanged a glance, then quickly stood up. They each picked up a wine glass filled with wine from the table in front of them.
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