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Chapter 127 Return to Hometown
Shi An and Shi Ning curiously opened the box and found a fountain pen with a metal cap and a beautiful notebook with a Little Tigers logo on the cover.

The pen's body gleams with a metallic sheen, and its nib is exquisitely delicate; the notebook's paper is smooth and white.

Thank you, Mom and Dad!

The two spoke in unison, their voices filled with gratitude. Shi An looked at the pen in her hand, her eyes shining with determination, "I will definitely use this pen to study hard at the top high school and write my brilliant future."

Shi Ning nodded vigorously in agreement, "I will carefully record every little thing about my new school in this notebook, whether it's happiness or trouble, it's all a record of my growth."

The family sat around the dining table, the old-fashioned lamp casting a warm yellow light on everyone's faces, as they began to enjoy their sumptuous dinner.

At the dining table, everyone laughed and chatted, and the warm atmosphere, like a cozy fireplace, dispelled all the fatigue of life.

Jiang Man and Qin Yishen kept serving food to the children, putting the best and most nutritious dishes into their bowls, while constantly reminding them to study hard at their new school, listen attentively in class, get along well with their classmates, and take good care of their health.

Shi An and Shi Ning ate their delicious food with bulging cheeks, looking like two cute little hamsters, while sharing stories of their school days and their wonderful dreams for their future high school life.

"I've heard that the top-tier high school has a wide variety of extracurricular activities, and I'd like to join the calligraphy club to improve my calligraphy skills. I hope to be able to write beautiful calligraphy, just like the calligraphers of ancient times."

Shi An said expectantly. Shi Ning added excitedly, "I'm more interested in the painting club. I like to use my paintbrush to depict the world in my heart. Maybe I can even participate in competitions and win honors for the school and myself."

As Jiang Man and Qin Yishen listened to the children's words, their hearts were filled with joy, as if they had been given a warm current.

They knew that their children had grown up, had their own independent thoughts and pursuits, and that the future was unfolding before them, full of infinite possibilities.

After dinner, the family went to the living room and sat comfortably on the sofa to chat.

Jiang Man took out a thick photo album from the cabinet. It was filled with photos of the children when they were little, carrying countless beautiful memories.

She gently flipped through the photo album, reminiscing with everyone about the past.

"Time flies! In the blink of an eye, you've all grown into big kids and even been admitted to a top-tier high school. It feels like just yesterday you were babbling away, and today you're already embarking on a new stage in your lives."

Jiang Man sighed, her eyes filled with tenderness and reluctance. Qin Yishen nodded in agreement, gently putting his arm around Jiang Man's shoulder. "Yes, along the way, watching you study hard, stay up through night after night, and make continuous progress, we feel incredibly proud. You are the most precious gifts in our lives."

Shi An and Shi Ning nestled close to their parents, like two little birds returning to their nest, their hearts filled with warmth.

Shi Ning said softly, "Mom and Dad, thank you for your constant companionship and support."

Shi An also said earnestly, "We will definitely study hard at the top-tier high school and live up to your expectations. We will strive to realize our dreams and become useful members of society in the future, so that you can be proud of us."

Jiang Man and Qin Yishen looked at their sensible children, their eyes filled with emotion, tears welling up in their eyes.

The next morning, sunlight streamed through the window and gently bathed Jiang Manjia's living room.

Shi An and Shi Ning were sitting on the sofa, discussing their holiday plans with great interest.

Meanwhile, one-and-a-half-year-old Xinyao was playing with her favorite toys on the crawling mat, occasionally letting out giggles.

Jiang Man and Qin Yishen were in the room, quietly discussing an important matter.

“Yishen, the children finally have a holiday, how about we go back to our hometown for a visit?” Jiang Man said softly, her eyes filled with longing for her hometown.

Qin Yishen nodded slightly, pondered for a moment, and then replied, "That's exactly what I was thinking. It's been a long time since I've been back. I'd like to bring the children along so they can experience the atmosphere of their hometown. Plus, they can get together with Xu Laosan and Xiuer."

The thought of returning to her hometown and reuniting with her long-lost relatives brought a joyful smile to Jiang Man's face.

The two immediately got to work, first rummaging through drawers and cupboards at home to pack what they needed to bring. Jiang
I carefully folded all the children's clothes and put them into the suitcase. I also specially brought Xinyao's favorite little blanket, in case she was uncomfortable during the trip.

Qin Yishen then found some gifts for his relatives back home, including local specialties he bought in the city and some practical daily necessities.

After packing their luggage, Jiang Man and Qin Yishen took the children out to buy train tickets.

The queue for tickets was very long, and everyone was filled with longing for home, waiting to embark on their journey back.

Shi An and Shi Ning were extremely excited. This was their first time going back to their hometown with their whole family, and they kept chattering and asking questions along the way.

"Mom, what's our hometown like now?"

Shi Ning held Jiang Man's hand and asked curiously.

Jiang Man replied with a smile, "My hometown has vast fields, clear streams, and many warm-hearted villagers. You'll see when you get there."

Xinyao sat in the stroller, her eyes curiously gazing at everything around her.

Although she didn't quite understand what was about to happen, she felt her family's joy and happily waved her little hands along with them.

Finally, after queuing for a long time, Jiang Man and Qin Yishen successfully bought their train tickets.

The moment they held their tickets, they seemed to see the familiar scenery of their hometown and the warm smiles of their loved ones.

On their way home, Shi An and Shi Ning kept imagining what their hometown would be like.

Shi An said, "I really want to see Uncle Xu and Aunt Xiu'er soon. You've told me they're really interesting."

Qin Yishen smiled and said, "Yes, they must be looking forward to meeting you too."

After returning home, the family began making final preparations for the trip.

Jiang Man checked the luggage again carefully to make sure that nothing was left behind.

Qin Yishen then called his parents back home to tell them that he was taking his family back with him.

On the other end of the phone, the parents' voices were full of joy and anticipation, reminding them to be careful on the road.

In the evening, the family sat around the dining table in a particularly warm atmosphere. Jiang Man had prepared the children's favorite dishes, and everyone ate while sharing their anticipation for this trip back to their hometown.

Shi Ning said, "I want to run in the fields and catch fish by the river."

Shi An chimed in, "I want to go to the fields with Uncle Xu and experience the life of a farmer."