"But I've already made up with Brother Zhang Xiu!" Liu Qingxi said, a hint of resentment in her expression. Now that Zhang Xiu had agreed, would it be too late to back out?
"Hah!" Yang Yichen chuckled, mixed with a touch of helplessness and concern. After all, they were just teenagers, not thinking things through completely.
Little did he know, others also saw him as just a teenager.
Was it really good to have such an overly mature mindset?
In the next moment, he resolved Liu Qingxi's inner turmoil.
"Leave it to me!" Without waiting for a response, he headed straight toward Liu Qingxi's courtyard.
In the courtyard, Liu Qingyan was no longer the same as before. Instead of playing with her friends, every afternoon she would pick up the Three Character Classic she had bought.
She read it earnestly, tracing characters in the dirt with a stick, even though she didn't quite understand what she was writing.
When Youth pushed the door open and entered, Liu Qingyan seemed to see the most beautiful scenery in the world. A pure and innocent smile spread across her face.
Her joyful laughter echoed in the neighborhood.
And when Liu Qingxi informed her of the latest news, it was no longer laughter but stronger cheers that dispelled Yang Yichen's slight disappointment.
"Sister, I'm going to tell Er Zhuzi! I'll be back soon!"
Before she finished speaking, she was already gone!
Shaking his head helplessly, Liu Qingxi then explained the reason for his impatience.
Although Yang Yichen knew all of this, he still patiently listened to the girl, Child, finish speaking.
"This is a good plan. Yan Neng should review the knowledge learned well!" By then, the villagers would no longer have anything to say about the siblings!
After all, as outsiders who had been driven out of their home, Liu Qingxi and Liu Qingyan had no roots or sincere support in Ten Li Pu, making life very difficult for them.
"Yes, yes, but the most important thing is to thank you. You, great Scholar, have lowered yourself to teach Yan. We have gained a great advantage!"
"Do good friends need so much explanation?"
A gentle rhetorical question was not particularly caring, yet at that moment, Liu Qingxi felt an immense warmth.
Thus, Yang Yichen swiftly began the lessons for Liu Qingyan.
Since it was the first lesson, Liu Qingxi got up early to prepare gifts for Yang Yichen and her child before heading out with Liu Qingyan.
When they arrived at the Yang Family's home, the Wen Family had already risen. Seeing the kind girl they met for the first time, they warmly welcomed her:
"Qingxi, you finally made it! Come and chat with me!"
"Aunt, I have something to trouble Yang Yichen with today. I apologize for taking up his time and causing inconvenience!"
Yang Yichen dedicated his precious time to Liu Qingyan. Liu Qingxi felt grateful yet guilty towards him.
At that moment, facing Yang Yichen's mother, she could not remain calm and composed.
After all, passing as a Scholar was followed by preparing for next year's Provincial Examination, which was a significant matter concerning Yang Yichen's future.
His most important task now should be to study hard; time is life!
However, Wen Family had a completely different thought: "What does it matter if we lose a little time? Besides, with friends like you all, I couldn't be happier. There's no need for him to study."
Although every elder hopes for their children to succeed, Wen Family is no exception. The difference is that she would never force Yang Yichen to do something he doesn't like.
Moreover, Yang Yichen has just recovered, and what she wishes for now is his good health.
The kind of competitive life that once surrounded her has faded away in just a few moments. She has begun to cherish her current life, so she won't pressure her son.
Liu Qingxi, of course, was unaware of Wen Family's open-minded thoughts because she was just worried about the same issues that most people would be concerned about.
"Aunt, I'm sorry to trouble you. This is some delicious cake I made again after the last time you enjoyed it. Would you like to try?"
Wen Family's broad smile did not diminish her gentle beauty; on the contrary, it was unique and dazzling enough to blind Liu Qingxi.
Wen Family's smile, radiant from every angle, infected her, making her feel as if she were basking in spring.
As the two conversed, a young man emerged slowly from the study upon hearing the commotion. His gaze flickered when he saw the girl.
He then turned to support Wen Family beside him: "Mother, it's getting cooler now. Don't get up too early in the morning. You still need to take care of your health!"
"Yichen, I'm perfectly fine! Look at me; I'm full of energy and much better than before. I feel relaxed all over, so don't worry!"
Wen Family's mental state has been improving lately, and her energy is gradually increasing. Thinking back to the years when she felt weak and neglected her son, she wishes she could make up for it immediately.
How could she just sit there doing nothing? The only way to describe her feelings for Yang Yichen is to say she cares deeply.
"By the way, aren't you supposed to be teaching Yan? You two should hurry up and go. Let Liu Qingxi stay and chat with me for a bit!" Fan Wurong pulled Liu Qingxi toward the backyard.
Liu Qingxi could only watch helplessly as her brother followed Yang Yichen into the study. She wanted to see her brother's first class with her own eyes!
And then there was nothing more to see!
Because they had already arrived at Wen Family's room.
"Qingxi, we really have a connection. I liked you the first time I saw you. You should come visit Aunt more often; why haven't you come?"
"Aunt, I've been quite busy lately, trying to finish up my work!"
Wen Family nodded knowingly, recalling the experiences of her son Midnight, which were not much different from Liu Qingxi's current situation. Although she had family, it felt almost like having none!
No! It was even worse than having none!
Her heart softened more and more, and her gaze toward Liu Qingxi became increasingly affectionate.
She wished she could have another daughter like her, to care for wholeheartedly as a princess, raising her to marry and have children!
Liu Qingxi gradually became captivated by Wen Family's loving gaze. How long had it been? She couldn't remember how many years it had been!
She hadn't seen such eyes in a long time; it felt as if she was the whole world in their eyes!
And she was also the support of her own world.
Warm-colored bubbles filled the air, and in the study, Yang Yichen's clear and magnetic voice unknowingly captured Liu Qingyan's full attention.
Meanwhile, at the Yang Residence,
The sound of porcelain shattering echoed incessantly, the sharp crackling piercing through the eardrums.
Yang Bingshan gripped the desk tightly, glaring fiercely at the void in front of him.
His eyes were red, resembling an enraged lion.
The source of his anger stemmed from an encounter at noon when he unintentionally ran into Wandehai while passing by Wanjia Restaurant.
With a round body like a ball and a face resembling a silver plate with several layers of double chins, Wandehai's eyes squinted into slits, making him feel nauseous just by looking at him.
But what followed made it impossible for him to smile again.
"Congratulations, Boss Yang! You have raised your child well; he’s a high school scholar with a bright future ahead. Don’t forget to promote us humble folks when the time comes!"
"What? High school scholar?"
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