Zhao Haiyin reacted the same way, completely stunned.
At this moment, Old Master Xie could no longer suppress his curiosity and went up to ask in a pretentious manner.
"I think it might get windy today. Lan Shen, go back inside and get Zhi Huan a thick coat, so that you two won't catch a cold if you go out too late."
As the old man spoke, he kept winking and gesturing at Xie Lanshen, frantically hinting that he should remember to behave well.
His eyes shone brightly as he looked at the two younger people in front of him with great anticipation.
Shen Zhihuan listened with a blank expression, and then earnestly explained:
"Grandpa Xie, you've misunderstood. Brother Xie and I aren't going out to play; we've made plans to go for a run together."
Family members: "...?"
They said that getting Xie Lan to understand how to please girls was harder than climbing to heaven!
Just as Grandpa Xie was overjoyed, he was met with a brutal blow, and he was on the verge of collapse.
He was a wise man all his life, so how could he have such an unfilial grandson as Xie Lanshen? He was simply terrible!
When He Shuhui returned to the tenement, she saw Shen Zhihuan and Xie Lanshen going out together.
Under the brilliant sunset, the two figures walking side by side looked exceptionally harmonious.
They were both very quiet people and didn't say much along the way.
Xie Lanshen, however, always walked on the outside of Shen Zhihuan, protecting her tightly, and his gaze followed her every turn.
As the two passed a fruit stand, Shen Zhihuan had just glanced at the mangoes displayed on the stand when his deep voice rang out at the opportune moment.
"You like this? I'll ask the owner to weigh out two pounds and pack it up."
The produce of that era was not as abundant as it would be in later times, and coupled with limited transportation capacity, mangoes were a real rarity for the capital city located in the northern inland region.
Not only are they expensive, but they are also very difficult to buy.
But Xie Lanshen didn't think so. He believed that wages were meant to be spent, and as long as Chen Zhihuan liked it, it was worth buying whatever she wanted.
Shen Zhihuan felt a sweet warmth in her heart as she sensed his affection, but she had no real interest in mangoes at the moment.
In her past life, she enjoyed the good life with her masters and ate many rare fruits, so she had long since satisfied her cravings.
I was just reminiscing about the past and glanced at it with gratitude in my heart. I didn't expect that Xie Lanshen could see such a small movement.
"Let's not eat. We have things to do later, so it's not convenient to eat."
After hearing Shen Zhihuan's explanation, Xie Lanshen couldn't help but exchange a glance with her, and their eyes both curved into a smile.
"Okay, then we'll talk about it when we get back."
The fact that the two could communicate so perfectly with just their eyes deeply stung He Shuhui's eyes.
In front of everyone, Xie Lanshen openly doted on Shen Zhihuan like this; what's the difference between that and hugging and kissing her?
The moment this thought crossed her mind, He Shuhui was furious, and her gaze toward Shen Zhihuan was filled with resentment.
I really don't know how Shen Zhihuan had the nerve to get engaged to Xie Lanshen.
Xie Lanshen usually doesn't have many holidays, and the training in the army is very heavy, so he is already working very hard.
It's one thing for Shen Zhihuan to be inconsiderate, but it's already so late, and she still made him take her out on a date.
As a fiancée, she's so unqualified; it's disgusting, absolutely disgusting!
He Shuhui hid in a dark corner, her eyes blazing with anger, while she couldn't help but let her imagination run wild.
If only she could marry Brother Xie.
Although they both came from rural backgrounds, she was, after all, the village chief's daughter, making her far more noble than Shen Zhihuan.
Not to mention, she has such a gentle, considerate, and caring personality that she will definitely be able to take good care of Xie Lanshen.
“People like Shen Zhihuan don’t know how to cherish things, unlike me who is pragmatic.”
"If I could marry Brother Xie, I would definitely be able to build the happiest family in the world with him."
He Shuhui blushed and her heart raced as she indulged in her own fantasies, looking like a young girl in the throes of first love.
She had already made up her mind. Xie Lanshen was so handsome and tall; such good genes couldn't be wasted.
They should definitely have more children in the future, two, no, three, the more the better.
Then He Shuhui will be able to quit all her jobs and stay at home to cook and clean.
The happiest time of the day is when I hold my children and eagerly await my husband's return home.
Just imagining such a scene makes me happy.
He Shuhui ignored Shen Zhihuan's presence and stared longingly at her beloved, her eyes filled with longing.
Xie Lanshen was talking to Shen Zhihuan with a slight smile when he suddenly felt an extremely uncomfortable sensation coming from his back.
He frowned, and subconsciously glanced back, catching He Shuhui red-handed as she couldn't dodge in time.
The moment their eyes met, He Shuhui's cheeks flushed bright red.
She fidgeted with her fingers, trying her best to project an attitude that was both cheerful and reserved, lively yet shy, and took the initiative to greet him.
Xie Lanshen had no recollection of her whatsoever, treating her as some new relative, and turned away with little interest after just one glance.
In the short time that was delayed, Shen Zhihuan had already run ahead.
"I think this place is perfect for running. The road is wide, there are so many flowers and plants on the side, and the air is very fresh."
While stretching her legs, she repeatedly emphasized this to Xie Lanshen.
“I know that there is a lot of physical activity in your unit, and long-distance running is part of your daily training, but I am in pretty good physical condition.”
"Don't worry about me, just run freely, I believe I can keep up."
Inspired by Shen Zhihuan's energetic demeanor, Xie Lanshen nodded in agreement. After stretching his joints, he started running after Shen Zhihuan.
It was lunchtime, and there weren't many people on the street.
Only gentle breezes caressed people's faces under the glow of the setting sun.
This feeling is very pleasant, as if the pressure accumulated in your heart is released along with the sweat.
The two ran along this road for an unknown amount of time before Xie Lanshen, estimating that it was about time, slowed down.
"We've been running for a long time today, it's about time we headed back."
He gazed intently into Shen Zhihuan's eyes, his originally cool voice gradually taking on a seductive quality.
"If you like running, I'll go for a run with you whenever I'm home."
Given Xie Lanshen's personality, it's difficult for him to say anything directly about love. He wants to convey his feelings through this indirect and roundabout way.
Upon hearing this, Shen Zhihuan indeed slowed her pace, turned to look at him, and said earnestly:
"Okay, if you're tired, sit down and rest for a while. I feel like I'm in the zone and want to exercise a little longer."
Xie Lanshen: "..."
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