usatvline Chapter 502 Get your wish
Chapter 502 Get your wish
Dinner at the Pei family was always filled with the gentle atmosphere of home. The warm light of the crystal chandelier spread over the dining table. The celadon bowl was filled with the chicken soup that Pei's mother had been stewing for an entire afternoon. Oil floated on the surface of the soup, reflecting the winding branch pattern on the edge of the bowl.
Grandma Pei sat in the main seat, holding the silver spoon in her skinny hands and slowly scooping up the soup. When her eyes fell on the mushrooms in the bowl, she would look up from time to time at the old clock on the wall.
That was the clock that Pei Luonan had hung at home when he was a child. Although the edge of the dial was a little worn, it still kept accurate time. The old man always hoped to hear more news about his grandson, and he couldn't help but think about him even when he was eating.
Pei's father was holding a financial newspaper, occasionally circling the "Progress of New Energy Projects" section, but he was secretly paying attention to the expressions of his family members. Seeing that Pei Luochuan was eating anxiously, he handed him a tissue.
Only Pei Luochuan held the white porcelain bowl, shoveling with chopsticks quickly, with rice grains occasionally sticking to the corners of his mouth. He looked like he was in a hurry to announce the good news. He didn't even notice that a few drops of chicken soup had spilled on the edge of the bowl. His mind was full of sharing his brother's good news with his family as soon as possible.
"Eat slowly, the soup will burn your mouth if it spills."
Mother Pei put down the soup spoon, took a tissue to wipe the corner of Pei Luochuan's mouth, and picked up a piece of tender pork ribs for him - those were specially selected ribs that were stewed for three hours before they were boneless.
"You just rushed back from the company, and you didn't even bother to take a break before eating. Look at how anxious you are, like you were fighting for candy when you were a kid."
Pei Luochuan swallowed the rice in his mouth and put down his bowl and chopsticks with a clang. There were still a few grains of rice on the tips of his chopsticks. The light in his eyes was brighter than the chandelier on the table. Without waiting for anyone to react, he slapped the edge of the table and shouted.
"Dad, Mom, Grandma! Big news! My brother Pei Luonan finally got sister Gu Fanxing! They are officially dating!"
As he spoke, he took out his cell phone and clicked on the photo sent by Ling Jiuer in the group chat to show everyone.
In the photo, Gu Fanxing was standing on tiptoe, helping Pei Luonan brush off the dirt on his shoulders.
Pei Luonan lowered his head slightly, his eyes soft enough to shed tears, and he even subconsciously hid his injured arm behind his back, fearing that she would worry. His fingertips also quietly protected her waist, fearing that she would lose her balance.
These words were like a pebble dropped into a calm lake, and the table suddenly became so quiet that one could hear the soft sound of the spoon hitting the bowl.
The silver spoon in Pei Ma's hand fell into the bowl with a clang, and a few drops of chicken soup splashed onto her apron embroidered with osmanthus flowers, but she was completely unaware and reached out to grab Pei Luochuan's arm.
"Really? Xingxing really nodded? You didn't make up a lie to fool us, did you?"
A few days ago, she grumbled to Pei's father, fearing that Pei Luonan would always be "a step behind" and put pressure on Gu Fanxing.
Now that this news came to her, her heart was shocked and happy, even her voice trembled. She stood up and was about to take out her cell phone to call Pei Luonan, but was quickly stopped by Pei Luochuan.
Pei Luochuan patted his chest and assured: "Absolutely authentic! Sister Fangfei in the group sent the wrong message and made the official announcement. Ling Jiuer even specially added the details.
There was a little soil collapse in the excavation area of the ruins. In order to protect Sister Xingxing, my brother rushed over and blocked it with his back, and his arm was scratched.
Sister Xingxing burst into tears at that time, hugged my brother and said, "We haven't agreed to date you yet, so nothing can happen to you."
Now that they have passed the test of life and death, the relationship is confirmed!
The doctor said it was just a skin injury and it has been disinfected and bandaged. Sister Xingxing is now helping my brother peel oranges!
"You're still hiding your injury!"
Pei Ma's voice suddenly rose, and her hands unconsciously clenched the tablecloth, her fingertips rubbing against the texture of the fabric.
"This child has always only reported good news and not bad news since she was young. Didn't she even bother to tell her family that she was injured? Xingxing must have been terrified. She's just a little girl, how could she have ever seen such a scene?"
A series of worries came to her mind, and the joy she had just felt was instantly diluted. She turned around and wanted to go to the kitchen to get some ointment from home, saying that she would ask the driver to deliver it tomorrow.
"Don't worry, Mom!"
Pei Luochuan quickly grabbed her.
"Ling Jiuer said that there are all kinds of medicine in the medical tent. Sister Xingxing even watched my brother change the medicine. She cares more about it than we do. Besides, my brother didn't tell you because he was afraid you would worry."
Grandma Pei finally breathed a sigh of relief and took Pei Luochuan's hand. The temperature of her palm was very warm, and she smiled and muttered.
"It's okay, it's okay.
I still remember Xingxing. The last time she came to my house, she helped me put the osmanthus flowers that were drying in the yard into a porcelain jar. She also helped me find my lost reading glasses. Knowing that my eyesight was poor, she specially wiped the lenses until they were shiny.
It is a blessing for Luo Nan to be with her. That child is considerate and can take good care of Luo Nan."
"you do not say!"
Only then did Pei Ma feel relieved. The sadness on her face disappeared and a smile appeared from the corners of her eyes.
"I even secretly hid my household registration and marriage certificate in a drawer in my wardrobe, thinking that if they kept delaying, I'd find an excuse to invite them home for dinner and use that opportunity to bring up the marriage certificate. Now it seems I was being unnecessarily anxious."
Dad Pei put down the newspaper, picked up the teacup and took a sip. The tea mist filled his glasses. His tone was calm but contained warmth.
"Luonan used to take his work so seriously, and I was worried that he didn't understand the soft side of relationships.
The last time he came home, he couldn't hide the smile in his eyes when he mentioned Xingxing. It was a lively look that he hadn't seen on his son's face for many years.
Now, for the sake of Xingxing, he can push forward a project worth hundreds of millions, and he dares to rush forward when a landslide occurs. This kind of heart is more real than any promise. "As he said this, he took out his mobile phone, tapped the screen a few times with his fingertips, and sent a message to Pei Luonan.
"Take good care of Xingxing and don't let her get hurt. We've prepared some cashmere quilts and skincare products for you. I'll have the driver deliver them tomorrow. Bring Xingxing back when you have time. Your mom will make her steamed fish, and your grandma will also dry some osmanthus flowers to make her some sweet cakes."
Not long after, Pei Luonan replied with just one simple sentence.
"I understand, Dad. Thank you. I will treat Xingxing well."
There is also a small "love" emoticon at the end.
This was the first time Pei Luonan used such a soft expression in front of his family. When Pei's father saw this, he couldn't hide the smile on his face. He quietly handed the phone to Pei's mother to see. The two looked at each other and saw a sense of relief in each other's eyes.
"Dad, you haven't seen my brother's double standards!"
Pei Luochuan started teasing again.
"She used to be able to finish every three sentences when dining with us, but now she has to get up at five in the morning to make millet porridge for Xingxing, go to the museum to borrow rare books, and even remember that Xingxing doesn't eat salad dressing.
The last time I went to see him at the company, I saw Xingxing's archaeological notes on his desk. The corners were a little curled up, and he insisted that he was just looking at the information. Who would believe that?
Mother Pei was amused and reached out to pat Pei Luochuan.
"You're the only one who talks too much! Your brother is really attentive, unlike you, who's always so careless. When will you bring a girl home for dinner with me?"
"Mom, you change the subject so quickly!"
Pei Luochuan waved his hands quickly.
"First worry about my brother and Sister Xingxing. After you hold your grandson, I will think about my own affairs!"
As the night deepened, the lights in the living room were still on.
Mother Pei and Grandma Pei sat on the sofa, selecting the vegetables to be delivered tomorrow while counting Gu Fanxing's preferences - "Xingxing likes to eat light food, steamed fish, and freshly made shrimp dumplings."
"She said last time she liked the scarf I knitted, so I have to finish knitting that half quickly."
Pei's father and Pei Luochuan sat nearby watching the news, occasionally interjecting a few words about the arrangements for the next family dinner, saying that they would clean up the area under the osmanthus tree in the yard and set up a table for everyone to drink tea.
The moonlight from outside the window poured in and fell on the osmanthus jar on the coffee table.
A faint sweet fragrance wafted out of the mouth of the jar, mixed with the laughter in the house, as if the word "happiness" had quietly turned into a warm time.
They all knew that Gu Fanxing's arrival not only gave Pei Luonan a sweetheart, but also brought a fresh warmth to the family. Future reunion dinners would have more bowls and chopsticks, and more laughter.
The osmanthus tree in the yard will become more lively with one more person enjoying it together.
And this liveliness and warmth has just begun.