bookcurios Chapter 137 Keep it in mind
Chapter 137 Keep it in mind
Chen Xi had sharp eyes and saw through Xiao Chen's little thoughts at a glance, so he gave a special warning.
Xiaochen stuck out his tongue, looking a little embarrassed as if he had been caught.
As Chen Xi's figure disappeared behind the door, Xie Tianyi slowly relaxed his guard.
He recalled the various changes in Chen Xi since he returned from the county town, and doubts surged in his heart.
During this period of time, Chen Xi had been so caring towards the three of them that it was hard for him to believe that she had any ill intentions.
Why did she help him cure his eye disease, and why did she tell Xiaoyang and Xiaochen those novel stories?
Could it be that the monster on the mountain transformed into Chen Xi's appearance?
So, where did the real Chen Xi go?
Xie Tianyi was puzzled and his head ached slightly as he was confused.
It was not until Chen Xi stepped into the room again with the medicine bowl in hand that he reluctantly suppressed those messy thoughts.
During this period of time, this "Chen Xi" took care of them meticulously. Xie Tianyi decided to put aside his doubts for the time being and just treat it as normal.
He thought that after his eyes fully recovered, they could part ways amicably, which would also be a way to fulfill the feelings of this "Chen Xi".
Xie Tianyi was not an ungrateful person. No matter what her true identity was, he would always remember her help during this period.
If she asks for anything in the future, he will do his best to help her.
Besides, this "Chen Xi" is indeed unique in educating children. Xiaoyang and Xiaochen's dependence on and love for her as a mother also makes Xie Tianyi full of gratitude.
However, Chen Xi was completely unaware of the turmoil in Xie Tianyi's heart.
"When my eyes are better, I will prepare the divorce papers for you!" Xie Tianyi leaned close to Chen Xi's ear and whispered in a voice that only the two of them could hear, for fear that the children would hear.
"Ah? Okay!" Chen Xi was surprised by this sudden proposal, but she didn't think much about it. After all, getting the divorce letter meant that she would be free.
However, when she thought about leaving Xiaoyang and Xiaochen, she couldn't help feeling a little reluctant.
But she knew that her life had just begun and she did not want to be trapped by the constraints of a traditional family.
Perhaps, this is the difference in thinking between modern people and ancient people.
Chen Xi's values are incompatible with this era. She has never thought about building a family or pursuing a career in this time and space.
Even if she meets her ideal partner one day in the future, she hopes to follow the principle of being together for life. Although this seems too idealistic in reality, it is her bottom line.
If she really can't meet such a compatible soul, she would rather be alone.
After all, she had lived a fulfilling and comfortable single life in her previous life.
But at this moment, she suddenly missed her parents far away in heaven and wondered if they were well.
After years of lonely wandering, she met the Chen family. The long-lost family warmth made her feel cherished, and it was also an important reason why she was able to quickly integrate into the Chen family.
"Mom, it's time to tell us a story!" The childish voice broke the silence in the house.
The children's calls gently pulled at Chen Xi's thoughts.
"Brother Tianyi, I'm here to see you." Jiang Yufeng's voice rang out from outside the door.
He was a close friend that Fan Yihan met during the days when he was studying hard under the lamp.
Upon hearing the voice, Chen Xi quickly put down the needle and thread in his hand and walked quickly to the door.
There was a gentle eagerness in her movements as she delicately poured a cup of tea for Jiang Yufeng. The tea leaves were emerald green in color and fragrant. She had specially gone to the town and walked through many tea shops to carefully select them in order to satisfy Fang Wenfu's discerning taste buds.
"Thank you, sister-in-law." Jiang Yufeng took the teacup, his words full of gratitude.
Chen Xi smiled and waved his hand, "You're welcome, you guys can chat slowly, and have lunch here at noon."
After giving the instructions, she turned and walked into the kitchen, silently planning the dishes for lunch.
"Jinyan, how is your leg? If it's really not okay, I'll accompany you to Beijing to see a famous doctor?" Jiang Yufeng asked with concern.
Although the Du family was considered wealthy in the county, Jiang Yufeng knew very well that Fan Yihan's family was not well-off and that it was difficult for him to study on his own, so he suggested that they help each other. This friendship transcends the value of money.
"No need, Yufeng, my leg is almost healed." There was a hint of confidence in Fan Yihan's words, which made Jiang Yufeng half-believing and half-doubting.
After all, even the famous doctors in the county were helpless against this disease. How could there be any hope for improvement if he returned to this remote town?
"Jinyan, are you worried about the medical expenses? Don't worry, I'll find a way to pay for it."
Jiang Yufeng's persistence was touching, but Fan Yihan shook his head slightly, "I'm serious!"
Seeing him so confident, Jiang Yufeng's doubts gradually disappeared.
"How did you do it? Doctor in town?" Jiang Yufeng asked curiously.
"No, it's Chen Xi." Fan Yihan's answer shocked Jiang Yufeng even more, with disbelief in his voice, "Sister-in-law...Sister-in-law?"
Fan Yihan nodded slightly in confirmation. Jiang Yufeng's surprise was beyond words. "How is this possible? Auntie actually knows medicine? And she's better than the doctors in town?"
Fan Yihan explained that Chen Xi once met an old hermit doctor in the mountains and learned some medical skills by chance. His eye disease happened to match what she had learned.
Fan Yihan chose to keep Fang Wenfu's true identity secret, not out of distrust of Jiang Yufeng, but to avoid unnecessary trouble and turmoil that might arise.
"So that's how it is, Jinyan, this is great news! Maybe you will be able to return to the academy soon and have a chance to take the provincial examination next year." Jiang Yufeng's words were full of joy and expectation, and Fan Yihan nodded slightly.
The two chatted and laughed in the house, and time seemed to stand still at this moment, until Chen Xi's gentle voice interrupted their conversation, reminding them that lunch was ready, and then they realized that it was almost noon.
At the table, Chen Xi's cooking skills were fully demonstrated. The eight dishes were colorful, fragrant and delicious. There were steaming stews and cool and refreshing cold dishes. Each one was her carefully crafted work.
"Wow, sister-in-law's cooking skills are amazing!"
Jiang Yufeng's praise came from the bottom of his heart, and Xiaochen's words "Thank you uncle, the food my mother cooks is the most delicious!" made everyone laugh.
"By the way, sister-in-law, these are the cakes I brought from the county. They are very delicious and always in short supply. I spent a lot of time fighting for this pound. Let the child have a taste."
As Jiang Yufeng spoke, he showed the pastries carefully wrapped in oil paper, which looked mysterious and tempting.
“Um, mother, can I—” Before Xiao Chen finished speaking, Chen Xi understood what he meant.
Jiang Yufeng also saw Xiaochen's thoughts, and his eyes were full of understanding and tolerance.
"Xiaoyang, Xiaochen, how about filling your stomach first? Once you're full, we can talk about other things later."
Chen Xi's words were gentle, and the two little guys nodded sensibly. Their well-behaved appearance made people feel pity for them.