Chapter 30 Combing Hair
Perhaps because she was thinking about going to the amusement park tomorrow, Ren Fenghe dreamed of her memories of going to the amusement park when she was a child.
She had been to the amusement park quite often. Since elementary school, the first choice for spring and autumn outings was the children's amusement park. But among these not infrequent trips to the amusement park, only once was she gone with her family.
That was the opportunity she got after she expressed her wish to go to the amusement park with her family on her birthday.
Ren Fenghe's parents are very busy.
When she was young, her parents' business was in the expansion stage, and they often went home only once a month, had a meal with their family and then left.
So when his parents agreed to go to the amusement park together, young Ren Fenghe found it incredible.
At that time, her sister was not born yet, so she went with her parents and brother.
Little Ren Fenghe originally thought that this would be a happy little journey, but the crowded amusement park and the attractions with queues starting at an hour made his parents frown one after another. Even his brother, who was looking forward to going out to play with their parents, became restless.
Little Ren Fenghe has become extremely sensitive to the emotions of those around her. Since arriving at the amusement park, she has been quietly observing the expressions of her family members.
Happiness, joy and expectation turned into a heavy mountain in the frowns and impatient expressions, weighing heavily on little Ren Fenghe's shoulders and heart. She tried to make her parents happy by acting coquettishly and being naughty, but the faces of her family members became worse and worse.
The group did not stay in the amusement park for long. The journey which started with little Ren Fenghe's wish to go to the amusement park with her family ended with her suddenly crying and saying that she wanted to go home.
That night, when she was hiding in her room in a depressed mood, her brother came into her room.
"Feng He." Her brother called her and pulled her out from the quilt.
Ren Fenghe's cheeks were still puffed out when he was pulled out.
She thought her brother was going to comfort her, but he said, "Mom and Dad took time out to play with you and fulfill your wishes, but you threw a tantrum. This is not right."
It's hard to describe her relationship with her brother as "good" or "bad".
Her parents are often not at home, and most of the time it is just her and her brother at home, and she is very dependent on her brother.
But her brother was eight years older than her, and the huge age gap left them with nothing to talk about. Her brother also took on part of the responsibility of her parents educating her. When they talked, most of the time it was her brother who told her that this could not be done this way or that way.
In the dream, Ren Fenghe angrily hid back in the quilt, holding back tears as she shouted, "It's obviously your fault. You didn't want to play with me! I hate you the most!"
"You can't talk to your brother like that!"
The quilt was suddenly lifted up, and the light hit Ren Fenghe's face.
"Yuanyuan, get up."
Ren Fenghe, who was still immersed in her dream, was awakened by the light blowing in her face. She struggled to open her eyes and found herself being picked up.
The person holding her was combing her hair gently, saying, "You can close your eyes for a little while. When you finish combing your hair and go to brush your teeth and wash your face, you really have to get up."
Jiang Shen held the ends of Ren Fenghe's hair and carefully untied the knot that had been tied after a night of sleep.
Ren Fenghe woke up, but the residual emotions were still there. She leaned against Jiang Shen dejectedly, still thinking about things at home.
When she was a child, her brother would comb her hair like this. She always wanted to grow up quickly so that she could play with her brother and his friends.
But when she grew up a little and her brother went to high school, the chances of meeting became very few. After her brother finished high school for a while, he went abroad to study.
Later, she had a younger sister. The age difference between her and her sister was the same as that between her and her brother. She wanted to be a good sister who was willing to play with her sister, but her sister was not an ordinary child.
My sister was born smart, with a high IQ and extraordinary memory. My parents had high hopes for her and were worried that ordinary education would wear away her talents, so they found many famous teachers for her, so my sister was often not at home.
There is always only her and Aunt Wang at home.
After combing Ren Fenghe's hair, Jiang Shen began to braid her hair. His movements were a little clumsy and slow, but he was serious enough, and the flying hair was calmed down in his hands.
As he was combing his hair, Jiang Shen felt a small spot on his clothes was wet.
He paused in tying his hair.
He put down his hands that were braiding her hair, and the falling hair immediately made the hairstyle that was almost done just now messed up, but he didn't care about that. He gently lifted Ren Fenghe up from his arms and found that her eyes were full of tears.
Jiang Shen wiped away her tears and asked softly, "What's wrong? Are you sleepy and don't want to go?"
Ren Fenghe shook his head and said, "I want to go."
"I wasn't crying, I just yawned." She lied lamely.
It was unknown whether Jiang Shen believed it or not, but he nodded and said, "Then shall I continue to braid your hair?"
Ren Fenghe responded with a “hmm” and said to make amends: “It still hurts a little when my hair is pulled.”
Jiang Shen moved more gently and started braiding Ren Fenghe's hair again. "Sorry, I will be more careful this time."
The already light movements became even lighter, and the hands braiding the hair felt like the touch of feathers.
Why is Ren Fenghe crying?
Jiang Shen's tablet has been in her hands since she started learning the language. Whenever she has the chance, she would check on her family's situation from time to time.
She found that their life was going on as usual.
My parents are still attending various business events, and my brother and sister’s social media are basically not updated as usual.
It seemed as if her absence had no effect on them at all.
With the experience just now, Jiang Shen braided the hair faster.
After braiding her hair, Ren Fenghe came out of his arms and followed him to the bathroom.
When they reached the fork in the corridor, she was about to turn left into the bathroom, and he was about to go straight to the kitchen, Ren Fenghe suddenly made a small sound.
Jiang Shen, who had already taken a few steps forward, looked back at her.
In the unlit corridor, a large shadow fell on Ren Fenghe, making her look even smaller, as if she was about to merge into the shadow.
"You are a very good father." Ren Fenghe said.
Fans become daughters, idols become fathers, and the huge dislocation of the world seems to be playing a big joke on Ren Fenghe.
But Ren Fenghe did feel the warmth of family that he had never felt before.
She drew different emotional needs from Jiang Shen as an idol and Jiang Shen as a father.
Jiang Shen was stunned.
Without waiting for him to say anything, Ren Fenghe walked into the bathroom and closed the door.
When Ren Fenghe came out after washing up, he no longer looked as fragile as before.
She came to the small living room with renewed excitement, climbed into her high chair, and called to the kitchen, "I'm ready!"
Jiang Shen placed the macaroni in front of Ren Fenghe and said, "They will come to pick you up later. Aunt Miao will go with them."
Jiang Shen felt that it was inconsiderate of Jiang Tangxia to take the two children out alone, especially to a crowded and messy amusement park.
So he asked Aunt Miao for help.
Jiang Tangxia was also happy to see more people coming to help.
Ren Fenghe had no objection to this. He ate the golden eggs in the bowl, his feet swinging happily.
"I'll take you out to play later." Jiang Shen couldn't help but say more when he saw how happy she was.
"When?" Ren Fenghe glanced at him. Yesterday he said he would take her to the amusement park in the future, and today he said he would take her out to play in the future as well. Don't mention things that you promised but can't do.
Jiang Shen thought about it and actually gave an approximate time, "Let's see if February is suitable. If nothing unexpected happens, February should be fine."
New Year’s Day has just passed, it is now January, and February is not far away.
Ren Fenghe looked at him doubtfully, "Really?"
Jiang Shen said: "Really."
Regardless of whether Ren Fenghe believed it in the end, the long-awaited trip to the amusement park officially began.
Ren Fenghe and Jiang Qian were held in the arms of Ms. Miao and Jiang Tangxia respectively, and took the same taxi to their destination.
The two children were wearing the same color clothes, had the same hairstyle, and wore the same anti-lost leash. They were clearly in the car, holding hands, like real sisters.
The taxi was getting closer and closer to the amusement park, and it was almost within reach of the park's gate.
Jiang Qian held Ren Fenghe's hand tightly, and looked out of the car window with excitement. After looking for a few seconds, she turned her head and moved closer to Ren Fenghe, chattering with him.
Ren Fenghe's ears were filled with Jiang Qian's voice.
Driven by Jiang Qian's mood, Ren Fenghe's mood also became more and more excited. She responded to whatever Jiang Qian said and was very supportive.
The taxi stopped at the destination.
The sun was shining brightly today, a rare day that was perfect for going out for fun. But after getting out of the car, Ren Fenghe began to feel like backing off, and his grip on Jiang Qian's hand loosened a little.
It was winter and not a holiday, but they arrived before the park opened, so there should have been fewer people.
Perhaps it is because this amusement park is particularly famous and a must-visit place for all tourists, so even in the non-peak season, it is still crowded.
This reminded Ren Fenghe of last night's dream. She looked at Jiang Qian, who was in high spirits, and felt a little worried.
Jiang Qian found that Ren Fenghe did not hold her hand tightly, so she quickly reminded Ren Fenghe, "Sister, you can't let go. You have to hold my hand all the time. You are still so young, it would be terrible if you were caught by bad guys."
Ms. Miao was delighted to hear this, "Such a responsible girl."
Jiang Qian proudly puffed out her chest, raised her chin high and said, "I want to be a good sister!"
Ren Fenghe held Jiang Qian's hand tightly again. She was not afraid of getting lost, but if Jiang Qian got lost, it would be a big problem.
"Okay, we have to hurry up and line up to get in. Look at the people around us. If we're a step late, we'll have to wait ten minutes longer. We have to race against time!"
To Ren Fenghe's surprise, Jiang Tangxia was not impatient because of the large crowds. Instead, the large crowds aroused her fighting spirit. She urged the two children while shouting the beat, like a shepherd boy driving lambs home.
"Come on, run, run in that direction. That's where the queue is for admission. Listen to my rhythm, one, two, one, two, one."
Jiang Qian immediately cooperated and made a movement to accumulate power, and ran along with Jiang Tangxia's rhythm. Ren Fenghe, who was holding hands with the other party, was also forced to run.
"Xiao Qian, you have to run slower, at the same speed as your sister. Come on, one, two, one." Jiang Tangxia reminded Jiang Qian when she saw him running forward regardless of anything.
The two children jogged forward, a speed that an adult would only have to walk briskly.
They lined up in a hurry and waited for the park to open.
There are still ten minutes before leaving the park.
Ren Fenghe turned his head and saw that there were people all behind him. There were so many people that he could no longer see the way he came.
At this time, Jiang Tangxia squatted down, facing the two children, and mysteriously took out something from her backpack.
"Look! I brought a map! I've planned the best route. Once we get in, we'll each carry one and rush straight to our destination!"
Ren Fenghe stared at Jiang Tangxia blankly.
Jiang Tangxia, who was exactly the same gentle mother as Ren Fenghe imagined yesterday, now looked like a child, with a beaming smile and a cheerful expression, full of anticipation for the amusement park.
Ren Fenghe's hidden worries completely disappeared.
She turned around and asked Ms. Miao, "Grandma, can you carry me and run?"
Ms. Miao said, "How difficult is it to hold your small body?"
Ren Fenghe's heart was pounding and she became excited again. She hugged Jiang Qian and chirped in Jiang Qian's ear.
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