Chapter 409 Pretending to be Drunk
Reluctantly letting go of Han Xi, Shen Jiheng squatted down between the three children and calmly smiled, "Dad has to go on a business trip these two days. How about I take you out to play tomorrow?"
While detained in the detention center, Shen Jiheng thought a lot.
His life was too busy; he spent almost all his time in the cutthroat business battles and his confrontation with Bo Siye, which caused him to miss many opportunities to spend time with his family.
He finally understood that if he lost his freedom, he would lose everything.
He now prefers to spend his precious time with his beloved family and create more wonderful memories.
Han Yuxuan jumped up excitedly upon hearing this: "Can it finally happen this time?"
Shen Jiheng lifted him up and said apologetically, "It was Dad's fault in the past for always breaking his promises. I promise you, I will definitely keep my word from now on."
Han Yuxuan smiled happily and said, "Great! Let's go to the amusement park first, then the ocean park, and then the resort. There are so many places I want to go."
"Then write it down, and we'll accompany you to every place."
Shen Jiheng seems to have changed a lot. He no longer has the coldness he used to have, but has gained the charm of a mature man.
Han Yumo tugged at his clothes and said, "Dad, I want to go horseback riding on the grasslands."
Shen Jiheng picked her up as well and nodded, saying, "No problem, after we go to the place my brother mentioned, we'll go to the place you mentioned."
Then Shen Jiheng looked at Han Chuang and asked him in a similar manner, "What about our little Chuang? Is there anywhere he wants to go?"
Han Chuang lowered his head somewhat embarrassed, his hands clasped together nervously, clearly he was too shy to speak.
Han Xi, however, saw through his thoughts and stepped forward to stroke his head.
"Do you miss your mother and want to see her?"
Han Chuang nodded and said softly, "I know this will put you in a difficult position, but I won't go."
Seeing his sensible expression, Han Xi smiled gently and said, "Okay, how about this weekend? You're on holiday and don't have to study, I'll go with you."
Since Ji Qing was imprisoned, no one has ever taken him to see his mother. In everyone's eyes, he is a disgrace, and all they say is mockery and insults.
But Han Chuang had never heard anyone curse his mother here, which was what moved him the most.
He didn't necessarily have to go, but when he heard his brother-in-law ask where everyone wanted to go, he subconsciously thought of that question.
"Really? Will this bother you?"
"No, missing your mother is every child's nature. Think about whether there is anything you want to bring her, or something you can make yourself. If you need any help from your sister, feel free to ask me anytime."
Overwhelmed with emotion, Han Chuang threw himself into her arms, choking back tears as he said, "Sister, thank you. The greatest fortune of my life is being your brother."
Han Xi's nose tingled, and she patted his little head, saying, "Our little Chuang must work hard and become a useful person in the future."
"I will definitely not let my sister down."
Han Chuang is currently ranked first in the entire grade, and he wants to live up to his sister's expectations.
Although Han Xi did not ask him to do so, and the child was moving forward with her as his goal, Han Xi could only let him be.
To celebrate Shen Jiheng's safe return, Old Madam Gu specially arranged a banquet and invited the old lady and Madam Shen over.
The two sides should have sat down face-to-face to talk long ago, and this is a good opportunity for them to get together.
At the dinner table, Mrs. Shen raised her glass to express her gratitude.
"Grandpa, Grandma, Ji Heng's stay here has caused you trouble. This young man was foolish back then, but you two didn't hold a grudge and even helped him. I am extremely grateful. I toast you with this glass."
Grandpa Gu smiled politely and said, "They say a prodigal son who returns is more precious than gold. Now that we see Ji Heng's sincerity, we believe Han Xi will be happy with him."
Grandma Gu also said, "In this world, there is no one who loves my granddaughter more than him. We are at ease entrusting Han Xi to him."
The fact that Shen Jiheng received praise from the two elderly people shows that he successfully passed this test.
The old lady raised her glass and said, "My dear in-laws, rest assured, from now on, when Han Xi comes to our family, I will treat her as my own daughter and treat her well."
Everyone knows that the old lady and Madam Shen treat Han Xi very well, and the two elders of the Gu family are very grateful.
The atmosphere at the dinner table was warm and cozy, and the children were well-behaved and sensible. At this moment, Shen Jiheng felt that his life was complete.
Shen Jiheng was in a good mood today and drank a lot of wine. In the end, Han Xi and Gu Beichen helped him back to his room.
Gu Beichen gasped for breath and said, "This guy's alcohol tolerance is getting worse and worse. I didn't even pass out, but he actually got dizzy."
Han Xi retorted, "Brother, you're always drowning in alcohol, how can you compare to Ji Heng?"
"Look at you, you're already biased towards him in everything even before you've remarried. What will you be like in the future?"
Han Xi made a face, giving off a "what can you do about it?" look, which made Gu Beichen laugh.
He was satisfied with the current situation and genuinely regarded Han Xi as his younger sister, liking her to show her true self in front of him.
He put his hand on Han Xi's shoulder and said, "My dear sister, you must live a happy life."
Han Xi's nose tingled with emotion as she nodded vigorously: "I will, brother, you too."
Han Xi could feel his affection for her and cherished everything she had now.
Therefore, she no longer wanted to get involved in Ding Shan's affairs, in order to avoid causing harm to Gu Beichen.
Gu Beichen smiled and said, "I'll go keep Grandpa and the others company first. You take care of him."
Han Xi nodded and saw him out. When she turned around to unbutton Shen Jiheng's coat, he pulled her into his arms and turned her around, and the two of them turned in opposite directions.
Han Xi smelled the scent of wine on him and looked into his bright eyes, feeling both amused and exasperated.
"Don't tell me you're pretending to be drunk."
Shen Jiheng stroked her face: "If I weren't like this, how could I have gone back to the room with you so smoothly? Didn't you see that kid Beichen? He was determined to have a drinking contest with me."
Han Xi put her arm around his neck and said, "My brother was happy too, and Grandpa and the others were there too, but you were the one who got drunk. They'll laugh at you tomorrow."
Shen Jiheng pinched her chin and said with a wicked smile, "They don't understand my happiness, Han Xi. You have no idea how much I want to kiss you."
Han Xi propped herself up and kissed his lips, saying as she released him, "What a coincidence, me too!"
Shen Jiheng's smile deepened as he cupped her face and kissed her. Only they knew how much they missed each other at that moment...
next day
As agreed with the children yesterday, Shen Jiheng had Qin Chuan prepare a nanny van early in the morning, and took the whole family out to play.
Gu Beichen yawned and complained, "Ji Heng, are you sure you're not messing with me? It's only eight o'clock, why didn't you wait until the afternoon?"
Zhuo Qingqian pinched his ear: "Who told you to drink until the early hours of the morning last night? I think you should quit drinking."
"Honey, I've stopped smoking and gambling. Can you leave me that one little hobby? I promise it will only be a little drinking from now on."
Gu Beichen put on a fawning look, and Zhuo Qingqian nodded in agreement, seeing that he had indeed changed a lot.
Han Xi laughed and said, "As expected, someone can handle you. Qianqian, if you're tired from the ride, just say so. We can rest at the service area before continuing our journey."
Zhuo Qingqian hasn't had any particular physical symptoms lately, and seeing everyone going out to play, she naturally wanted to go along too.
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