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Heng Er, your Godfather has had a tough life. His childhood circumstances were probably even worse than yours and Yuan Er's, so be a little kinder to him!
Godmother, you and my Godfather are like second parents to me and Yuan Er. If it weren't for you both, my brother and I might not survive this winter. So, you can rest assured!
In fact, ever since Wang Zhao taught that mother and son who bullied them a lesson, Wan Heng had already begun to accept this father figure in his heart. However, his stubborn nature made it necessary for him to build up the courage to call him "father."
Seeing the boy's clear eyes, Yu Suihuan smiled. She hadn't misjudged him; he was a good child with a grateful heart, deserving of kindness.
It seemed there would be many matters in the future that she could confidently entrust to him.
"Then you play with your brother for now. I'll go to town with you tomorrow to send Yuan Er to Nursery!"
Just as Yu Suihuan was about to turn back to the courtyard, someone outside suddenly called her name.
"Yu Suihuan!"
Before she could react, Wang Heng stepped out first, sizing up the newcomer and asking, "Who are you? What do you want with my mother?"
The man paused for a moment before smiling at the boy. "I see, you must be Wang Heng. I'm looking for your Godmother. Can you help me call her out?"
Huo Yaojun deliberately emphasized the term "Godmother," knowing that Yu Suihuan had adopted him.
The boy's expression darkened slightly as he replied coolly, "If you have something to say, just tell me. I can pass on the message. My Godmother isn't feeling well and is resting; I don't want to disturb her!"
Unfazed by the boy's cold demeanor, Huo Yaojun continued to smile at him. "Alright, here’s some Brown Sugar I just bought. Please give it to your Godmother for me. Thank you."
Initially reluctant to accept it—after all, his Godfather owned a Supply and Marketing cooperative—Wang Heng thought it over and decided to take it anyway. He realized that even if he wanted to stand up for his Godfather, he couldn't make decisions on behalf of his Godmother.
"I understand. Thank you!"
Even though he didn't think much of Huo Yaojun, he maintained his composure; after all, he couldn't let his Godmother down.
Early the next morning, Uncle Bull Cart was already waiting at the door.
The Two Grandmothers had heard that Yuan Er was going to Nursery and were a bit reluctant to part with him; they insisted on coming along to see him off.
Zhao Lianzhi followed along, thinking of her Xiao He who was attending the elementary school in town. It had been a long time since she last saw him, and as a mother, how could she not miss him?
Adding to her thoughts were Yu Suihuan, Heng Er, and Yuan Er; the Ox Cart was filled to capacity. The group moved along with great momentum, attracting the attention of many onlookers.
“What is Aunt Wang up to?”
The village's young women and daughters-in-law, with nothing better to do, loved to gossip. They eagerly discussed the happenings of each household.
“In town, taking my great-grandson to school!”
The Old Lady beamed with a rosy complexion, unable to contain her smile.
“Oh my, Old Sister, you are truly blessed!”
An elderly woman by the roadside sighed with nostalgia. They were of the same age and shared similar misfortunes, but ever since Old Mrs. Wang had a granddaughter, her fortunes seemed to have changed. The woman felt envious.
“Ah, it’s all thanks to my granddaughter!”
The Little Old Lady chuckled, her eyes squinting into narrow slits.
The grandmother beside her laughed as well; this lonely Old Lady felt a sense of happiness as if she too had a house full of children and grandchildren.
“Great-Grandmother, Great-Grandmother! Yuan Er doesn’t want to go to school; Yuan Er wants to stay with you!”
Wang Yan was still young and had little understanding of school and studying. But when he thought about how he had finally found a home only to lose it again—along with all the delicious food, drinks, and fun—he couldn’t help but burst into tears.
“Waaah! Great-Grandmother! Yuan Er doesn’t want to go to school! Great-Grandmother! No! Yuan Er doesn’t want to!”
The little one cried heart-wrenchingly; he didn’t want to go back to the days of sleeping outdoors and struggling for survival.
“Oh dear grandson, it pains Great-Grandmother to see you cry like this!”
“Yuan Er, let’s not cry anymore! I say you’re still young; this nursery isn’t so bad! In two years, you’ll be going to school anyway!”
Yu Suihuan understood that at this time, the nursery was not like modern kindergartens. It likely didn’t teach much; it was just a place for children to play under supervision.
However, Wang Heng was in town, and Wang Zhao also considered it best not to let the two children start school too early, saving them from future hardships.
The two grandmothers held Wang Yan tightly as they wept together, leaving Yu Suihuan and Wang Heng speechless.
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