Zhang Shouyi's cautiousness made Zhang Hongmei feel uncomfortable, but she was acting this way because of her own problems.
The next morning, after the children finished their practice, they surrounded Zhang Hongmei. In their hearts, their mother was always waiting for them at home. This time, although she went out, she still got home before them and was still waiting for them, but they knew in their hearts that it wasn't like that.
Zhang Hongmei's mood has become much more open. After finishing breakfast, she and her children settled into the study.
"Xiao Wu, tell me, what are your feelings about practicing these past few days?"
"Mom, I can hear everything except your and Dad's private conversations now," Xiao Wu said with a grin. "Mom, look at me, I can make this pot of daffodils bloom right away."
Xiao Wu touched the daffodil leaves and could really see it blooming with the naked eye.
"Mom, I also have a photographic memory. Everything I see, I can remember and I won't forget."
Zhang Hongmei patted Xiao Wu's head. This child was already exceptionally intelligent, and through cultivation, he was able to fully utilize his strengths.
Xiao Liu smiled shyly, "Mom, I can also hear what other people are thinking, and I can make them dig, very quickly. I don't have a photographic memory like my fifth brother, but if I read a book several times, I can remember it."
"Our sixth grader is really amazing."
Because Xiaoqi is the youngest child, he is a bit spoiled, but he doesn't act unreasonably like other children. He is just a bit more self-indulgent compared to his six older brothers.
“Mom, just like my sixth brother, look, I can have little flames on my fingers.”
Zhang Hongmei hugged them with relief. Her son was the best child in the world.
Zhang Shouyi returned at noon. He didn't go to work in the afternoon. He felt that his wife wasn't as good to him as before, so he was extremely nervous.
The children were quite happy to see their father at lunchtime. The elderly couple seemed relieved to see that they had both returned to normal.
However, recalling the conversation in the study yesterday, Gu Chuanming narrowed his eyes. He now realized that he couldn't leave Hongmei with absolutely no backup plan.
This time Zhang Shouyi had no ulterior motives, but what about in the future?
In the afternoon, the family quietly went out for a hike at the children's request.
Xiao Wu was quite excited about the whole family getting together this time. When he thought of his third brother's phone call, his eyes lit up, but he immediately put on a smiling face again.
The family went out for seafood dinner, and Xiao Wu said that his mother hadn't had any last time.
On Sunday night, the seven of them went up the mountain together, leaving only the elderly at home.
Zhang Hongmei is currently focused on her work, so she's quite busy. The two elderly people are finding it a little difficult to adjust.
However, I also know that I can't keep Hongmei tied down anymore; I should let her live the life she wants.
Perhaps that's just how men are. Before, Zhang Hongmei devoted all her attention to him, the children, and the elderly. Now that his wife is suddenly paying less attention to him, he's become anxious.
Therefore, he was very careful when dealing with his wife.
Zhang Hongmei also sensed it, and ultimately left her mark.
On Wednesday at noon, Wang Ying came over for lunch. Because there were elderly people around, Wang Ying had to hold back her questions until she reached the study.
“Hongmei, I know about Zhang Shouyi’s matter. What do you think? I investigated that Wei Tongtong. She’s also an extraordinary person. Her family background and her own abilities are beyond reproach.”
"Alright, I know everything. I've read her report. Wang Ying, what kind of person do you think I am?"
"A person who appears gentle on the surface but is resolute on the inside."
Zhang Hongmei laughed, "Your description is very accurate. You don't need to worry about me. I've come to terms with things now, how could I not be doing well? Besides, Zhang Shouyi hasn't done anything to betray me, nor does he have such thoughts. Of course, it's also possible that I discovered it early, before he even had any ideas."
“Hongmei, even though you’re already thirty-seven, you look like you’re only in your early twenties. People would believe I’m ten years older than you.”
"Hehe, really?"
"Alright, I know what you're thinking. If Zhang Shouyi really wronged you, you have your own way out."
"Heh, you don't trust me that much?"
"You're right? You don't know, when Lu Jing asked me to report for duty, I was shocked, but you left again, so I didn't dare to call and ask. A couple of days ago, the person in charge from out of town came to hold a meeting, and I finally had time today."
"You really don't need to worry about me. I can manage perfectly well on my own."
I still feel a little guilty towards Lu Jing; she was a bit hesitant at the time. Oh well, I'll think about it later.
The children came back on Friday night, and Liu Jingze also came over tonight.
He's extremely busy with work right now and doesn't have the time to teach Zhenye and the others how to play chess, so out of guilt towards the three of them, he's been spoiling them a bit.
Seeing how close the children were to Liu Jingze, Zhang Shouyi felt a pang of unease.
After dinner, the family gathered in the living room. "Hongmei, Great-Grandma, Grandpa, and Grandma's anniversaries, shall we go back together?"
"Okay, let's go together. I just don't know if Zhenye and the others will be back. Weiyu called me and told me they'll be back for the Chinese New Year."
“We talked to Weiyu and me on the phone yesterday. They’re back for their fourth anniversary, it’s their holiday.”
"Okay, let's leave it at that. Everyone should go back."
"Honey, Shi Tou is being transferred back next month. We can go back together."
Zhang Hongmei nodded, "That's good. With Great-Grandma gone and Shitou not by his side, going back for this anniversary will make him feel better."
Liu Jingze sensed that there might be some problems between the two of them, but he didn't show it.
“Brother Jingze, how about we sell off the foundation? I’m not used to this. I’ve seen the accounts; there were a lot of donations, but it’s all too messy.”
Liu Jingze laughed, "We can't get rid of it now. Even handing it over to the Red Cross won't work. That would only make things more complicated. You don't need to worry about it. I'll handle it."
Zhang Hongmei nodded, saying that she hated getting fame and fortune, but that's exactly what those people meant.
Zhang Shouyi sat to one side, feeling bitter and extremely wronged, because his wife no longer valued him.
"Xiao Wu, do you seven want to come stay with me for a couple of days? I'll take you out to play tomorrow."
Xiao Wu shook his head. "Godfather, we're not going. I want to stay with Great-Grandpa and Grandpa. But you can treat us to a meal tomorrow; I want to eat some snacks."
“Treating you to a meal is no problem, but you need your mother's permission to have a small meal. I'll call you tomorrow.”
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