mtl008 Chapter 327 I still feel uneasy
Chapter 327 I still feel uneasy
Seeing his mother so anxious, Li Xiangyang was both amused and exasperated. Remembering how he himself had tried to stay by her side constantly, only to anger Li Xiaoyun, he quickly advised, "Mom, please don't do that. Xiaoyun has a strong personality; if you suddenly quit your job and go back, she'll scold me to death. Besides, with my older sister helping out at home, and me keeping an eye on things every day, nothing will happen."
Li Xiaohua quickly chimed in, "Yes, Mother. My sister-in-law seems perfectly fine; she doesn't look like she needs much care at all."
Li's mother was slightly relieved, but she still muttered, "Then I need to hurry and buy some tonics to take over."
“Mom, don’t worry, let’s get together tonight. Take a day off and come back to the village with me tomorrow to see Xiaoyun. You’ll be relieved once you see her with your own eyes,” Li Xiangyang suggested.
Li's mother thought for a moment and nodded: "Alright. I'll cook something nice tonight. Xiangyang, go invite your Uncle Wang over, let's celebrate as a family. I'll ask for leave and go to the market to buy some fresh vegetables..."
Li Xiangyang nodded, put down his luggage, and prepared to go out to find Wang Jingyun.
"Wait, brother," Li Xiaohua called out to him. "I'm going with Sister Ying, otherwise you might not be able to get in."
“Okay, let’s go together.” Li Xiangyang readily agreed.
The three of them stepped onto the street again and headed towards where Wang Jingyun worked.
The county education bureau office was bright and clean, and Wang Jingyun was working at his desk.
When he saw Li Xiangyang visiting with his two children, he was taken aback at first, then stood up and a happy smile appeared on his face.
"Dad!" Wang Ying ran towards her father and was picked up by Wang Jingyun.
"Ying'er, when did you get back?" Wang Jingyun gently stroked his daughter's head, his gaze tender.
"I just got back not long ago, so I came to find you." Wang Ying replied sweetly.
Wang Jingyun put her daughter down and looked at Li Xiangyang: "Thank you for your hard work, Xiangyang."
"Uncle Wang, it's no trouble at all. Xiaoying is very sensible. I'm so glad you don't mind that I've let her fall behind in her studies after she's been playing for so long," Li Xiangyang said with a smile. "The reason I came to your workplace is not only because Xiaoying missed you, but also because Xiaoyun is pregnant. My mother is very happy and said she'd cook a nice meal tonight and invited you to come over for dinner."
Wang Jingyun's face showed a mixture of surprise and joy: "Xiaoyun is pregnant? Congratulations!" He patted Li Xiangyang on the shoulder, "I'll definitely go tonight."
“Then it’s settled. You go ahead with your work, I’ll take the children back,” Li Xiangyang said.
“Okay, I’ll be there on time.” Wang Jingyun nodded in agreement.
After leaving the Education Bureau, Li Xiangyang took the two little girls for a stroll along the main street of the county town.
"Let's go to the department store and buy some supplements for your sister-in-law. I'll buy you whatever you like if I'm happy." Li Xiangyang's eyes and brows were full of undisguised smiles the whole way.
Upon hearing this, Li Xiaohua's eyes lit up instantly. She excitedly grabbed Li Xiangyang's arm and said coquettishly, "Brother, really? Then I'll have to choose carefully. My sister-in-law is having a baby, which is a huge joyous occasion. I also need to prepare a gift for my future nephew or niece."
Wang Ying nodded repeatedly, her cheeks flushed slightly with excitement, and said in a clear voice, "I also want to pick out a gift for my sister-in-law. Brother Xiangyang, what do you think she would like?"
Seeing the two girls' excited expressions, Li Xiangyang was overjoyed. He waved his hand and said generously, "Go ahead and choose whatever you like. As long as you put your heart into it, your sister-in-law will definitely like it."
The three of them walked toward the department store, chatting and laughing. The dazzling array of goods inside dazzled the two girls, who excitedly wandered between the various counters.
"Sister Ying, do you think this hair clip is pretty?" Li Xiaohua picked up a blue bow hair clip and waved it in front of Wang Ying.
Wang Ying nodded: "It's beautiful, and it matches your clothes perfectly."
Li Xiaohua pouted and muttered, "It's no use matching me. I'm picking out a gift for my sister-in-law's baby. If it's a little niece, she'll look like a little princess with this hair clip on."
Wang Ying couldn't help but laugh out loud: "How do you know it's your niece? What if it's your nephew? Nephews can't wear hair clips."
Li Xiaohua's eyes darted around, and she said, "Oh, you're right. Then I'll have to choose another gift. But I still think my little niece is more likely. Girls are so cute." As she spoke, she started rummaging through the display case again.
Wang Ying carefully selected items, her eyes scanning the rows of goods. Suddenly, her eyes lit up. She picked up a small, exquisite handmade woven doll—an adorable little rabbit with fluffy ears and red eyes, so lifelike. "Brother Xiangyang, Xiaohua, what do you think of this little rabbit doll? Both my nephew and niece will definitely love it."
Li Xiangyang smiled and nodded: "Yes, not bad, your sister-in-law will definitely praise you for your good taste."
Li Xiaohua also came over, examined the doll carefully, and exclaimed, "It's so beautiful, Sister Ying! This one you picked is fantastic. I need to quickly find a gift that can rival it." After saying that, she plunged back into the "battle" of choosing a gift. A little while later, she came back with a delicate rattle drum in her hand and said happily, "Look, this rattle drum has such a clear and crisp sound. It will definitely make the baby happy when he is born."
After helping the two girls choose their gifts, the group headed to the food section.
"Comrade, do you have any nutritional supplements suitable for pregnant women?" Li Xiangyang asked the sales clerk behind the counter.
The saleswoman, a middle-aged woman in her forties, laughed upon hearing this: "Oh, are you going to be a father?"
Li Xiangyang nodded sheepishly, "Yes, I wanted to buy some supplements for my wife."
"This honey is good; it's beneficial for pregnant women and their fetuses. Just a small spoonful every day, consistently, will be very good for your health," the salesperson said, handing it over.
Li Xiangyang took a look at the products, and after listening to the salesperson introduce several other nutritional products, he finally chose two bottles of honey and a can of calcium tablets.
When they left the department store and returned home, Li's mother had already taken the day off and was busy preparing dinner in the kitchen. Seeing them return, she quickly went to greet them.
Li Xiangyang put down his things, rolled up his sleeves, and said, "Mom, let me help you."
Looking at the nutritional supplements her son had bought, Li's mother felt gratified: "You're a good son; you know how to take care of your wife."
"Of course," Li Xiangyang replied with a smile, turning to walk towards the kitchen. "Mom, what delicious food are you planning to make?"
"I bought chicken, fish, and will stir-fry a few vegetable dishes," Li's mother said as she skillfully prepared the ingredients.
Li Xiangyang went to his mother's side and helped her wash the rice and vegetables: "How have you been doing in the city lately?"
"It's fine, the work isn't tiring, and I go to get off work and leave on time every day. I just miss you all." Li's mother smiled, then asked, "How far along is Xiaoyun's pregnancy?"
“It’s been about a month,” Li Xiangyang replied. “Mother, don’t worry, she’s doing well, and my eldest sister is taking good care of her.”
Li's mother nodded, but the worry in her eyes did not lessen: "After all, it's her first child. I, as the mother-in-law, am not by her side, and I always feel uneasy."
The two little girls also joined in the busy work in the kitchen, helping to wash and chop vegetables. The family chatted and laughed, and before they knew it, it was evening.