This couple now has plenty of time and money, so when they go out to travel, they do whatever makes them feel comfortable and at ease.
Their first trip abroad lasted two months before they returned.
I've stayed in high-end six-star hotels, characteristic guesthouses, and even villages with unique ethnic minority charm.
They brought a camera with them when they went out, and at first, Li Huai only knew how to press the shutter button in the simplest way.
However, after two months and countless photo sessions, the technique has improved significantly.
He goes out with a camera hanging around his neck, fiddling with it like a professional; anyone who didn't know better would think he was some kind of expert.
Enjoy the beautiful landscapes and savor the local delicacies.
If you find a place you like, stay there for a few more days.
The two also left their mark in many places.
The older children could only call occasionally to check on their parents' condition.
At first, the children thought they would only be out for ten days or half a month before returning, but little did they know that their trip would last for two months.
When the two finally got home, even Erwa, who was in Shanghai, came running over.
Looking at the pile of heads in the house, Zhao Qinglan and Li Huai exchanged helpless glances.
What are you all doing here?
“Mom, you and Dad look pretty good. You’ve had a great time these past two months, haven’t you?” Xiaoduo chimed in.
"It's okay, I'm in a pretty good mood."
"I'll show you the photos I took later. Your dad's photography skills are amazing now," Li Huai couldn't help but boast.
"Dad, you and Mom have been out for so long, don't you miss home?" Erwa asked.
"What are you thinking? You're all grown up now. Can't your mother and I go out?" Li Huai glared at him.
"Dad, that's not what I meant," Erwa said sullenly.
The third child had no problem and just smiled at his parents.
He's happy as long as his parents are well and happy.
Because Xie Yunyun's belly was quite noticeable, Zhao Qinglan and Li Huai showed her some concern.
Jin'er is now a freshman in college, studying in Beijing. Just like before, she likes to visit her grandparents.
She was quite resentful after not seeing him for two months straight.
The family gathered together for a good meal, and afterwards, they went to admire the souvenirs and photos that Zhao Qinglan and her family had brought back.
Upon returning this time, Li Huai did not plan to leave immediately.
Not only did they need a good rest after being away for so long, but another factor was that the time when his wife passed away in his previous life was getting closer and closer.
He had lost all interest in going out to play.
He couldn't share these worries and anxieties with his family.
As the day drew closer, he grew increasingly anxious, sometimes waking up in the middle of the night to check if his wife was there and if she was alright.
Zhao Qinglan, his wife, was well aware of his worries. Besides trying her best to comfort him, she didn't know what else she could do to alleviate her husband's anxiety.
Sanwa is coming home much more often now.
He explained to his wife that he was afraid his father would be lonely after retirement and stop traveling, so he would visit him often.
Xie Yunyun didn't think much of it; on the contrary, she thought it was good that Sanwa was so filial to his parents.
Sanwa knows his mother's secret, but not much. He's actually worried about it, which is why he goes home so frequently.
He came back more often, and Zhao Qinglan didn't say anything, but Li Huai frowned first.
"You come over every few days. Are you not busy with work, or does Yunyun not need your care?"
"Dad, can't I even go back to my own home?" Sanwa pouted.
"You're always coming back and loitering around, I find you annoying." Actually, he was annoyed inside.
"Ha, I know you're trying to provoke me, but I won't fall for it."
Zhao Qinglan shook her head helplessly as she watched the father and son bickering childishly.
Three days before Zhao Qinglan died in her previous life, Li Huai began to suffer from insomnia and couldn't sleep well.
Before, it was fine for the two of them to stay at home, but now, even if Zhao Qinglan goes to the kitchen or bathroom, he has to follow her.
When she went to the kitchen to work, he would help or watch over her. When she went to the bathroom, he would wait at the door and keep talking to his wife, who was separated by a door.
Zhao Qinglan, who couldn't even relax in the toilet, had gotten angry about this countless times, but Li Huai remained the same.
The night before, he didn't sleep at all.
After turning off the bedside lamp, he turned to the side and stared intently at his wife, as if afraid that she would disappear if he wasn't careful.
At first, Zhao Qinglan felt uncomfortable being stared at, but as drowsiness came over her, she drifted off to sleep.
In the early morning, as soon as Zhao Qinglan opened her eyes after a good night's sleep, she was immediately pulled into a warm embrace.
"Qinglan, it's so good that you're alright."
"How silly!" Zhao Qinglan laughed.
But it's not over yet.
On this day, Li Huai still followed her closely.
And so, it became evening again.
This time, Zhao Qinglan was also unable to fall asleep.
At ten o'clock, the two lay down in bed, but neither of them went to sleep.
Even though Li Huai is in good health, he is still over sixty years old. He hasn't slept well these past few days, and he didn't sleep at all last night. He is still very tired.
But he just couldn't bear to close his eyes.
Since she was just lying there anyway and not sleeping, Zhao Qinglan took the initiative to start a conversation.
"How come I never realized before that you can't live without me?" she teased.
"Don't you know how much I care about you?"
"Tell me, if I were reborn in this life and didn't go looking for you, would we have each started our own families?"
She was just making a hypothetical suggestion, and Li Huai immediately tensed up. "Impossible, it can only be the two of us together."
"Okay, okay, but in my next life, I can experience it with someone else."
"No! Who else are you looking for? No matter where you are, I will come to find you."
They chatted for a long time, exchanging only casual, meaningless words.
It wasn't until Zhao Qinglan suddenly reminded them, "It's past midnight."
Li Huai immediately raised his hand to look, and sure enough, it was already a few minutes past twelve.
Having survived the days when his wife passed away in his previous life, and being alive and well, she has truly overcome this hurdle. She won't abandon him prematurely, and they can stay together for a long time.
Li Huai was overjoyed and hugged his wife, kissing her several times.
"You're so old, why are you still so clingy?" Zhao Qinglan said, giving him a gentle push.
However, as soon as she pushed him away, she saw her husband's face covered in tears.
"Qinglan, I really can't lose you."
She had long since become an inseparable part of her own body.
Zhao Qinglan smiled and sighed. "I know, actually, I can't bear the consequences of losing you either."
This time, it was her turn to hug Li Huai tightly.
After embracing him, she whispered in his ear, "In the next life, we will still be together. You said that no matter where I am, you will find me."
"Yes, I will."
No matter which lifetime they are in, they will be together for all eternity.
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