The father and son exchanged a smile, everything understood without words.
Carlos was curious, and even Beth found it strange. But now they were all in the same boat, and delving into these matters wouldn't do them any good. The more capable they were, the better for them!
When school ended in the evening, Zeng Zhongkang would drive to pick up Zhang Hongmei at the school gate.
Many students were very curious because it was a luxury car. Seeing that the driver was a foreign student, and that they were picking up foreign students, everyone who saw the situation was wondering about the identities of these two people.
Cheng Guangxu and Cai Peilin were still riding bicycles. "Hongmei, you two go back first. We'll keep each other company."
Zhang Hongmei nodded and got into the car. She sensed that Zeng Zhongkang was somewhat excited.
"Hongmei, I installed the computer this afternoon, and it's much faster than the one we have now. Everything's set up."
And when are you going to send the computer out?
"I'll go today when I get home. Don't worry, I'll definitely get back to China safely."
Zeng Zhongkang was indeed quite excited. That was good; his designs could finally be used. He still had to work hard.
When the two arrived home, Zeng Zhongkang went to install the computer, while Zhang Hongmei went to the phone to call Annie.
"Annie, Mom has something to do and needs to go out. I'm calling to let you know first."
"Mom, I'm coming to your house in a little while. The photos and film were delivered this afternoon. I'll stay with you tonight, and you can take me to school tomorrow, okay?"
"Okay, come on over. Mom isn't home, but your great-uncle is. Just wait for me at home."
"Okay, Mom, we'll leave in half an hour."
Zhang Hongmei told Zeng Zhongkang that Annie would be coming over soon. "Aunt Wang, don't wait for me to eat. You guys eat first. I estimate I won't be back for another two hours. I'll eat with Zhao Haozheng and the others then." After saying that, she drove away.
We continued towards the sea, and the journey took about forty minutes. We stopped at the seaside for more than ten minutes before turning back.
I was still very excited. The computer had been sent to Zhang Shouyi, so I felt relieved.
When Zhang Hongmei drove into the yard and got out, she heard Annie's cheerful laughter coming from the living room. This child was sometimes too mature, and it was only at times like this that she could show her childlike nature.
"Mom, you're back?"
“Yes, Annie, have you eaten yet?” Zhang Hongmei sat down next to Annie and put her arm around her shoulder.
"I've already eaten. Aunt Shen's wontons were especially delicious today. Mom, Aunt Shen also saved some for you and Uncle Zhao as well."
“Great! I like wontons too. I’ll wait for the three of them.”
"Aunt Wang, if you're tired, go and rest."
"I'm not tired at all, don't worry, I'm fine. Hurry up and look at the photos. Annie won't let us look at them first, she insists on waiting for you to come back. Also, your Uncle Zhao has already prepared the player, we can watch the video in a little while."
"Mom, this is a photo. Grandma said that 60% of the photos taken by the photographer that day were of you."
"Really? Let me see."
The two of them lay on the coffee table, and the others gathered around.
Wang Xinyi smiled happily, "Hongmei, you're so beautiful, so very beautiful. Otherwise, Sister Huang wouldn't have said that 60% of the photos are yours. If I were the photographer, I would have taken your picture too."
"Mom, look, this is my favorite picture. I've already told Dad that I want to put this picture in my bedroom."
"Haha, I don't think I'm smiling in this picture."
"But this is the only photo of the three of us together, right?"
Zhang Hongmei was speechless. It really was true. She didn't want to take a photo with them because of Annie, which is why there was such a photo. If Zhang Shouyi saw it, he would be jealous again.
"Mom, let's watch the video instead. I haven't had a chance to watch it at home yet. Grandpa Zhao, would you please play it?"
Zhao Tiancheng smiled and went to screen the film, which consisted of speeches and scenes of everyone eating delicious food.
“Hongmei, you have a really strong presence. Look, this video of you speaking is the best one I can think of.”
Cai Peilin and the other two were stunned; this was clearly much more impressive than the photos taken at the scene. Zhang Hongmei also thought the video was very well made and would hand it over to Zhang Shouyi that evening so he could see it.
The group huddled together discussing which photo looked best. "I think every photo is beautiful, but my mom is the prettiest," one of them said.
Wang Xinyi chuckled. "Annie, your mother is the most beautiful. What about you?"
"Of course I'm the prettiest too, because I'm the prettiest among all the children."
Everyone in the living room burst into laughter after hearing Annie's answer. This child was just too narcissistic; there was really no way to describe it.
"Annie, you're here. I haven't seen you all day. Did you miss me?" Zhao Hao came in and went straight to Annie without greeting anyone else.
"Uncle Zhao, of course I miss you! Why do you come back so late every day?"
"My uncle goes to the company for training after school."
At this moment, Miao Xinyue and Zhao Yuetong came over and pulled Annie, "How about you sleep with us tonight?"
"Aunties, no, I still prefer to sleep with my mom, and she'll still take me to school tomorrow morning."
At this moment, Shen Yunfang came over and called the four of them to go eat.
"Annie, would you like some more?" Zhao Hao was tempting the young girl.
"Uncle Zhao, my mom said I can't eat snacks at night. It'll make me look less pretty."
"Okay, okay, for the sake of beauty, I won't invite you to dinner. Wait for me in the living room, I'll lift you up high in a bit."
Annie was delighted. She loved playing with Zhao Hao the most in the family. The two really got along well and were incredibly compatible. So the little girl sat in the living room, eagerly waiting for the four of them to come and eat.
Dinner was a bit late tonight, so Zhang Hongmei only ate a small bowl. She couldn't break this habit, or she wouldn't be able to control her appetite in the future.
"Hongmei, eat more. One meal won't hurt, don't worry."
"No, Aunt Wang, I'm really not hungry anymore. Don't worry, I'm a grown woman, how could I let myself go hungry?"
"I just noticed that you're too thin, and you've grown taller since you first arrived, which makes you look even more frail."
If you go back and are still like this, Grandpa Gu will be angry. He always tells me that I should fatten you up so you're healthy.
"Hehe. That's just how my grandpa is. I'm all grown up now, I can take care of myself all along!"
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