Living in a small county town, earning a million a year

Chapter 77 Meeting Bai Xue's Relatives (8 Subscriptions Requested!)

When the two arrived in the courtyard, the relatives all had gossipy expressions on their faces when they saw Bai Xue and Xu Mu returning hand in hand.

"Oh, right, I brought some gifts for you in the trunk, but I forgot to take them out earlier."

Xu Mu opened the trunk of the Maybach.

Inside were two bottles of Moutai and two packs of slim Zhonghua cigarettes.

There were also tonics like ginseng, bird's nest, and cordyceps, all bought for Yang Shufen.

Of course, Xu Mu also bought Bai Wushen a small gift.

That's Nintendo's game console.

This game console isn't big; it's at least more convenient and easier to carry than the PS5.

And you can play games to relax when you have free time!

Of course, there was also a whole set of La Mer cosmetics and skincare products that I bought for Bai Xue.

It costs about 50,000 yuan.

"Xiao Mu, why did you buy so much stuff?"

"You've spent so much money again!"

When Bai Xue saw the trunk full of gifts, she felt deeply moved.

Xu Mu smiled. All these things were prepared by Wang Mengyan, and Xu Mu really didn't know what she had bought.

It's just that Bai Xue's family of four prepared according to their individual styles.

Seeing these gifts, Xu Mu felt that Wang Mengyan had put a lot of thought into them.

"It's alright, after all, it's our first visit, spending a little money is only right!"

Xu Mu carried the things into the Bai family home with a smile.

The relatives sitting near the door all stared wide-eyed.

"It seems he really is Snow White's boyfriend."

"Look at this, it's both Moutai and Zhonghua."

"And then there are supplements like cordyceps smoke. This isn't just about rising from humble beginnings to become a phoenix; it's like marrying into a wealthy family!"

"I heard that the Mercedes-Benz C-Class that Xiaoxue is driving now was bought for her by her boyfriend, right?"

"He's really something! I wish my daughter could meet a husband like that—tall, handsome, and rich. Tsk tsk, the Bai family's hard times are finally over."

"..."

They're sour.

The discussion was filled with envy and bitterness.

After all, they were all poor relatives. When Yang Shufen was sick before, Bai Ze had to beg and plead with them to lend him money.

For those with whom you don't have a good relationship, or for relatives who live far away, you can just give them five or ten thousand to get rid of them.

For those who are slightly closer, the amount given is usually around 20,000 to 30,000 or 50,000 yuan.

Because they all agreed that spending this money would be pointless.

In the end, they will only end up losing both their money and their loved ones.

But to everyone's surprise, Bai Xue met such a wonderful boyfriend.

Not only did they cure Yang Shufen's illness, but they also paid back the money they owed them, with interest.

Now she not only bought a new car, but also brought her boyfriend home!
Not one of them didn't envy it.

in the lobby.

Bai Ze was surprised and touched when he saw Xu Mu carrying a lot of gifts, but he was also apprehensive.

Because Xu Mu was too good to them.

It gave him a feeling that it wasn't real!
"Xiao Mu, oh dear... Look at you, our family already owes you so much, and now you're giving us such an expensive gift!"

"What should your uncle say?"

Bai Ze was extremely anxious, not knowing what to do with his hands.

"Uncle, why are you saying such things? It's too formal!"

"I haven't come to visit Aunt Yang since she was discharged from the hospital. I only found out today when Wu Shen called me!"

"Isn't it only right to bring a small gift when visiting elders? It's just a little something, not worth much money!"

Xu Mu handed the items to Bai Ze.

Unable to carry it all, Bai Ze turned to Bai Wushen, who was tending the fire in the kitchen, and shouted, "Wushen, hurry, hurry, help your brother Xu Mu carry these things!"

"coming!"

Bai Wushen immediately ran out.

Seeing the various gifts, cigarettes, alcohol, and presents in Xu Mu's hands, he widened his eyes.

"Brother Mu, is this Nintendo a gift for me?"

"Of course it wasn't a gift for you. Did you think it was something your Uncle Bai would play with?"

Xu Mu laughed and said, "There are some gifts in the trunk. Could you bring them in for me?"

"Okay, brother!"

"Come on, come on!" Bai Ze put his arm around Xu Mu's shoulder and pulled him to sit on the sofa. "Have a smoke!"

"You're being too polite. It makes your uncle feel really pressured!"

"Uncle, don't feel burdened! You should think about my relationship with Sister Bai Xue! These are all material things!"

"I don't have too many demands. I just hope that you and Aunt Yang are both healthy." Xu Mu held Bai Ze's hand, lit a cigarette for him, and said with a smile, "There's no need to think so much."

Bai Ze opened his mouth, but finally managed a forced smile, "We'll have to have a couple of drinks tonight..."

"necessary!"

Xu Mu and Bai Ze sat on the sofa and chatted for a while.

A group of relatives gathered around.

She was very interested in Xu Mu, her new son-in-law.

"Old Bai, we have a new guest here. Don't you know how to introduce them?"

"Oh, oh..." Bai Ze quickly stood up, took Xu Mu's arm, and said with a smile, "This is Xiao Xue's boyfriend, his name is Xu Mu."

"He's handsome and looks very wealthy. Old Bai, your family has struck gold!"

"Yeah, young man, that Maybach by the door must be worth millions, right?"

"No," Xu Mu said with a smile and a wave of his hand. "I bought it with a loan, and only paid a down payment of three or four hundred thousand."

"Oh dear, making money has been tough these past two years! Buying such a nice car and having to take out a loan, is it really necessary to be so concerned about saving face?"

A middle-aged woman stood with her arms crossed over her chest, her voice laced with sarcasm.

"No, that's not it..." Xu Mu explained earnestly, "It's just that the car salesman said he could make money by offering loans, otherwise I was planning to pay in full..."

"..."

The relative immediately fell silent.

"I noticed Xiaoxue has been driving a new Mercedes-Benz C-Class lately. That car must cost over 300,000 yuan, right?"

"It's not expensive, just 280,000." Xu Mu still had a simple smile on his face. "Sister Bai Xue paid for this car in full, damn it! Speaking of which, when I bought this car, I had to beg and plead with the salesperson to let me pay in full."

"After paying in full, I even treated the salesperson to a meal. I couldn't help it... The salesperson lost 500 yuan on this deal, and I felt bad about it!"

"Xu Mu, how long have you known Bai Xue?"

"We've known each other for about two months," Xu Mu replied with a smile.

Xu Mu originally disliked communicating with relatives and friends, after all, they were classic examples of petty people.

They laugh at your poverty and envy your wealth.

Occasionally, they would also resort to underhanded tactics.

Especially when Xu Mu was poor, every year when he went home for the Spring Festival with his parents, his relatives would ask him how he was doing these past two years and whether he had made any money... As soon as they heard that he hadn't made any money, they would immediately start showing off and bragging...

For example, they bought a new car!
Or perhaps you bought a house somewhere else.

However, Xu Mu noticed that since he became rich, the people around him had become somewhat obsequious.

Just like today... all I feel is sourness and envy!
Xu Mu could imagine that if he drove his Maybach home to visit relatives during the Spring Festival this year, they would definitely think more highly of him...

A car can make you look cool without saying a word!

"So when are you planning to get married? I see you're giving her Moutai and Zhonghua cigarettes, and you even bought such a nice gift for your mother-in-law! You even bought Bai Xue a car! You should hurry up and get married, otherwise all this money will be wasted if you break up later."

A relative in the crowd blurted out something like that.

Bai Ze's expression instantly turned ugly.

The underlying meaning of those words, besides being sour, is that they can't bear to see their family doing well!

Indeed, Bai Ze understood that Bai Xue being with Xu Mu was a step up for their family.

Moreover, Xu Mu gave them money, treated Yang Shufen's illness, and bought Bai Xue a car.

Now, people come to our house for dinner and bring such expensive gifts.

To be honest, Bai Ze really doesn't deserve it!
Sensing Bai Ze's change in mood, Xu Mu chuckled and handed Bai Ze a cigarette, lit it for him, and patted Bai Ze on the shoulder.

"What's a little money? Being able to date Sister Bai Xue is my blessing. Besides, isn't it only right to be filial to my elders and Sister Bai Xue's family? What's wrong with spending a little money?"

"Besides, even if I break up with Sister Baixue in the future, it will be my fault. I wasn't good enough to her. These things are my compensation!"

Xu Mu looked calmly at the relatives in front of her and replied in a nonchalant tone, "Of course... Sister Bai Xue and I will never break up."

These words are meant for them.

I know what you're thinking, but... your hopes may be dashed.

"Hehe...that's true. If I had such a rich son-in-law, to be honest, I definitely wouldn't be willing to let him run away like that!"

Xu Mu replied with a smile, "There probably aren't many sons-in-law like that in Tianji County. I should think about whether I'm good enough for them. I think Sister Bai Xue and I are a perfect match... On the contrary, I'm the one who's marrying above my station."

"Think about it, Sister Bai Xue works at the head office of Kaiyuan Taihe. Although it's not a listed company, it can make a lot of money every year with so many businesses under its name. As the assistant in the president's office, she may even become the president in the future. So Sister Bai Xue is capable on her own. I was the one who pursued her!"

"..."

Since you're going to be sarcastic and sarcastic...

Then Xu Mu will just be sarcastic and sarcastic with you guys.

"Young man, what do your parents do?"

"My parents work in Ningcheng, earning five or six thousand yuan a month."

"How come you're so rich?"

"There are so many opportunities in this day and age. As long as you work hard, you can make money. Isn't that normal?" Xu Mu asked with a smile. "If you haven't made money, it means you haven't worked hard enough! I only sleep three or four hours a day. I spend the rest of my time making money. If you don't have money, it means you haven't worked hard enough!"

"Hey, you can't say that, young man! We work very hard too, we just don't have the same channels as you, do we?"

"I have a son, could you perhaps help out with him?"

“We’re not related at all. She was just asking me to break up with Sister Bai Xue, and now she wants my help so soon…”

Xu Mu said with some difficulty, "This doesn't seem quite right?"

"Besides, I don't have any good jobs suitable for you guys. I just stay home and play every day, and the money just comes into my account on its own. What can I do?"

"Hey, we misspoke earlier, sorry! Do you know if you can recommend any good projects or jobs?"

"We'll see when the time comes," Xu Mu said with a half-smile.

"..."

These relatives also wanted to establish a connection, asking which village Xu Mu was from, and then saying they had a relative in Xu Mu's village and wanted to get acquainted with him...

That's how people in the countryside are, Xu Mu didn't pay any attention to.

Even if we do become relatives, so what?
I'm a fucking orphan!

What business do I have with you anymore?

"Alright, alright everyone, stop chatting! Dinner's ready!"

"Please take your seats!"

Yang Shufen came out of the kitchen and invited everyone to sit down!
Smoke rose from the kitchen, and the aroma of food wafted out continuously.

They set up three tables today, with about thirty people present. Xu Mu didn't count carefully, but people of all ages squeezed in to sit down.

Xu Mu originally wanted to sit at the guest table, but Bai Ze pulled him to sit next to him.

Bai Xue and Bai Wushen were busy serving dishes to the table.

"Xiao Mu, let's have Moutai tonight."

"It's alright, Uncle, you can just get some homemade liquor!"

To be honest, Xu Mu doesn't really like drinking baijiu with a soy sauce flavor.

He actually thought the red-capped Fenjiu was quite good.

This light-aroma liquor isn't too harsh on the palate, and it goes down smoothly in the throat...

Xu Mu doesn't usually drink much, except during holidays or gatherings.

He has a moderate alcohol tolerance.

But if you force it, you can still manage to get through a pound.

After drinking a pound of liquor, Xu Mu simply said, "I'm going to sleep now."

"You're a distinguished guest, how can you drink such cheap wine?"

"Oh!" Xu Mu said with a smile, "The cost of Moutai is about the same as the cost of self-bottled liquor, it's just that the brand name is bigger, and the sauce-flavored type doesn't taste good! If you want to drink Moutai, open a bottle. I don't like this stuff. I think the light-flavored type is better!"

"Okay, then I'll open a bottle of Fenjiu for you. I happen to have some at home."

The two poured themselves drinks, and Xu Mu's aunt, who had just wanted him to introduce her to a job, smiled and came over, wanting to sit next to Xu Mu and get closer to him.

However, Xu Mu said with a smile, "Auntie, this seat belongs to Sister Bai Xue. She's my girlfriend. It's not very appropriate for you to sit in her seat, is it?"

Xu Mu still respected Bai Xue's relatives.

At least if you wear a smile, Xu Mu will naturally return the smile.

Of course, if you try to do any of these things, Xu Mu definitely won't give you a good look.

"No, no... How could I possibly take Bai Xue's place! I just wanted to ask if your company has any openings that you could arrange for Bai Xue's cousin!"

“I don’t have a company.” Xu Mu turned to look at her aunt and said, “I told you I’m unemployed. I just stay home and play every day. Really… I don’t work.”

"Xu Mu, your aunt is going to scold you. Where did you get this money? Was it not from an honest source?"

"?" Upon hearing this, Xu Mu's face immediately darkened.

Before Xu Mu could even utter a word, Bai Ze couldn't hold back any longer. With a snap, he slammed his chopsticks down.

"Liu Shuiping, what do you mean by that? If Xiao Mu's money wasn't earned honestly, the police would have arrested him and put him in jail long ago. How could he still be living so comfortably outside? What you're saying is going too far! Besides, Xiao Mu is telling the truth. He really doesn't have a job; he's just making some investments!"

"Xu Mu is a shareholder in Kaiyuan Taihe, the company Xiaoxue works for! Do you think Xu Mu still needs to go to work? To put it bluntly, Xiaoxue has to call Xiao Mu Boss!"

Seeing Bai Ze's anger, Liu Shuiping's expression immediately changed, and a bright smile appeared on her face. "I'm sorry, I'm sorry! You've been talking about my sharp tongue. I'm not a country bumpkin; I've never seen much of the world and I don't know how you guys make money..."

"Alright," Xu Mu interrupted Liu Shuiping, "Let's eat first."

About ten minutes later, Bai Xue and Bai Wushen were brought over for dinner.

After the surgery, Yang Shufen recovered very well.

Aside from not being able to do some heavy work, she has no problems with daily life.

These dishes were all made by her and her sisters.

To entertain Xu Mu, she went out early to buy groceries and prepared a large meal to thank him.

"Sister Baixue, would you like something to drink?"

"Sure, but if I drink it, how will you get home tonight?"

“Hey…” Bai Ze said, “Why go back tonight? I’ve already had your mom prepare a room, so Xiao Mu can just stay at home tonight.”

"This……"

Bai Xue hesitated for a moment and looked at Xu Mu.

Xu Mu said with a smile, "It's okay, I can chat with Uncle after I finish my drink."

Seeing Xu Mu say that, Bai Xue blushed slightly and nodded, "Then you should drink less tonight too!"

When the food was served, Bai Ze and Bai Xue kept putting food on Xu Mu's plate.

The atmosphere at the dinner table was harmonious and joyful.

"Uncle, Sister Baixue, my bowl is almost full, there's no need to be so polite."

"We're all family, why be so polite?"

Xu Mu waved his hands repeatedly. Since he started working out, his appetite had indeed increased significantly!

However, this small bowl was piled high with turtle, eel, braised pork, and spare ribs...

How can we possibly finish all this?
"Then don't be a guest, eat more!"

"Aunt Yang's cooking is really delicious. I think you could open a restaurant!"

This isn't Xu Mu bragging; the home-style dishes really do taste better than some restaurant food.

"Really?" Bai Ze looked at Xu Mu curiously. "Xiao Mu, you can't lie to your uncle, okay? Just say it doesn't taste good!"

"No, really... Besides, Uncle, you're getting old, and Aunt Yang just had surgery. Haven't you thought about starting your own business?"

"You need capital to do business, right? And business isn't easy these days; you lose money no matter what you do. At least working for someone else is more stable!"

Hearing this, Bai Ze couldn't help but sigh, "No industry is doing well these days... I'd like to open a home-style restaurant. I taught your Aunt Yang her cooking skills, but as you know, because of your Aunt Yang's illness, we don't have any spare money for me to invest in opening a restaurant."

"I can only continue doing carpentry to earn money for medical expenses."

"Isn't everything going well now?" Xu Mu raised his wine glass and clinked it with Bai Ze's. "Now that Aunt Yang's illness is cured and all the debts to her relatives have been paid off, she's free of debt. Now that she's free, she can consider what I said about opening a home-style restaurant in Tianji County. As long as the food is good, I think it's no problem!"

"Xiao Mu, it's not as easy as you make it out to be." Bai Ze gave a wry smile. "You're the biggest creditor."

"Uncle Bai, you're wrong about that! When did I ask you for money? It's not urgent for you to owe me. Besides, we're family now, there's really no need to pay it back!"

"No!" Bai Ze's expression immediately turned serious when he mentioned this matter. "Xiao Mu, no matter whether Xiao Xue marries you in the future or not, we will definitely pay back the money we owe. Even if you don't urge us or say anything, we will always keep this in mind."

"Otherwise, our Bai family will be talked about behind our backs for the rest of our lives!"

"Okay, okay..." Xu Mu nodded repeatedly.

Bai Ze's personality is somewhat similar to his father's.

Because my dad is also a carpenter, and he's also a straightforward person.

I don't want to owe anyone money, and I don't want to owe anyone money.

However, Yang Shufen's previous illness prevented him from humbling himself to ask relatives for money...

If a family lives a happy and fulfilling life, then frankly speaking, they are doing quite well.

"Uncle, let's drink!"

Most of the people at their table were drinking, and most of them were relatives, such as uncles and aunts. Of course, there were also Bai Ze's coworkers, who had worked with him on the construction site before. After Yang Shufen fell ill, they all did their best to lend Bai Ze some money.

Bai Ze kept it all in mind.

When it came time to pay back the money, they always paid back a little more than they should have!

But these workers all paid back the interest, saying that they would rather treat them to a meal and drinks and wouldn't charge them the extra money.

As for the relatives, they simply collected the interest.

Bai Ze was perfectly aware of this.

But Bai Ze remembered both those who received interest refunds and those who did...

That's just how life is.

"Xiao Mu, you're so successful at such a young age, we really envy you! Come on, let me toast you!"

“I heard from Lao Bai that if it weren’t for you, they would still be struggling to pay for medical expenses! You’re not only capable, but also responsible! To be honest, in this day and age, you’re the first person to be able to take out more than a million yuan at once to treat his girlfriend’s family without asking for anything in return.”

"Uncle is older than you, but I admire you very much!"

"Thank you," Xu Mu replied with a smile.

"Do you all work with Uncle Bai?"

"Yes, Lao Bai is a contractor. We usually do construction work or home decoration, but haven't house prices dropped in the last two years? We have less work now, and we each take on some off-the-job jobs."

“We used to work on construction sites, and we were all brothers who had known each other for more than ten years.”

Xu Mu nodded and took a sip of her drink. "So that's how it is..."

Xu Mu was quite quick-witted, and immediately thought of something...

"My self-built house is under construction right now. Once it's finished, you can come and help me with the renovations."

"However, my dad is also a carpenter, so we'll probably have to trouble you guys to come and do the plumbing and electrical work!"

"Hey, it's nothing. Just tell Lao Bai to contact us, and we'll definitely do a great job for you."

"Thank you all in advance!"

"..."

That's how it is when we have a meal together...

They had originally planned to come over for a meal.

However, Xu Mu's appearance made him the focus of the entire dinner party.

Besides the people at her table toasting Xu Mu, the aunts and other women at the next table also came over, wanting to get to know her.

Some young people even lowered their stance and wanted to get to know Xu Mu and add her on WeChat.

Xu Mu accepted all comers and let them scan the QR codes at will.

"Sister Baixue, are you on good terms with these people?"

After the group of people dispersed, Xu Mu whispered in Bai Xue's ear and asked.

Bai Xue leaned close to Xu Mu's ear and said softly, "It's alright, but there are a few girls my age with whom I get along fairly well, but it's just limited to chatting... My best friend is my second aunt's daughter. We were high school classmates and now we both work in Tianji County."

“When my mother was sick before, she lent me all her salary and also borrowed 50,000 yuan from my second aunt!”

"So that's how it is..." Xu Mu understood and nodded.

"What about the other relatives?"

"They're all so-so. The relatives didn't lend us much money. My second aunt's family lent us 100,000 yuan in installments, my third aunt's husband gave us 80,000 yuan, another cousin gave me 50,000 yuan, and the others gave us several thousand or ten thousand yuan. They were worried that we wouldn't be able to pay it back."

"By then, Mom's illness won't be cured, and we'll have lost both our money and our health..."

"Xiao Mu, do you want to help them?"

Bai Xue is quite intelligent, especially when it comes to interpersonal relationships; she sees things very clearly...

Xu Mu asked that question simply to see if their relatives were on good terms with their family, so that she could extend her affection to them in the future.

However, Bai Xue felt that she owed Xu Mu too much.

Moreover, given her status, she really doesn't deserve Xu Mu doing so much for her.

Although she works at the head office of Kaiyuan Taihe as an assistant in the president's office.

But... in the end, I'm still just a working-class person.

It is impossible to achieve upward social mobility.

“I can give you a promotion if I can… After all, I really helped you a lot back then. Lending money is not just about money, but also about favors.”

“Even if I made you pay interest back then, I still owe you a favor. What if they ask you for help in the future? You can’t just refuse, can you? They’ll just say things like, ‘We lent you money back then, and now we’re asking you for help and you’re not helping us,’ etc…”

"When the time comes, they'll definitely use me as an excuse to say things like, 'You're living a good life now and you look down on your poor relatives...'"

Xu Muke understood the thoughts of these rural people all too well.

After all, Xu Mu had seen it on Douyin quite a few times.

Although there are exaggerated elements on Douyin.

But that's the reality.

China is a society based on interpersonal relationships and social dynamics.

Xu Mu also enjoys discussing interpersonal relationships and social etiquette...

Of course, such social etiquette must be based on the premise that the two people are equal and understand each other. If they do not understand each other, they will only become enemies because of lending money.

"That's true... but wouldn't that put you in a difficult position?"

"There's nothing difficult about it."

Xu Mu paused for a moment and then explained, "We'll see when the time comes... If I ask you for money, you'll definitely say you don't have any. But if it's just some other small favor, I'll help if I can."

"After all, we live in the countryside, and there are some things we can't avoid, unless we never come back for the New Year or go back to the countryside for the rest of our lives!"

"That's true..." Bai Xue nodded gently, "You should eat your food, you've been drinking all this time!"

"Drink less, or you'll feel unwell if you drink too much."

"It's alright, everyone is quite happy, and I can't refuse them."

"Xu Mu, thank you!" Bai Xue whispered gently in Xu Mu's ear.

Xu Mu did not answer, but gently squeezed Bai Xue's smooth little hand under the table.

The sight of Xu Mu and Bai Xue whispering and chatting intimately brought smiles to the faces of the uncles at the table.

"You know what, they really are a perfect match!"

"Yes, Bai Xue is so beautiful and has a high-paying job, and Xu Mu is handsome and promising at a young age. How could they not be a perfect match?"

"They match very well."

"..."

They all wore bright, aunt-like smiles.

Well... watching two young people fall in love, and seeing how well-matched they are in each other's eyes, everything they do tastes sweet.

Perhaps this is what love is like for young people.

"Brother Mu, let me toast you."

Just as Xu Mu was clinking glasses with them, Bai Wushen stood up and toasted Xu Mu, saying, "Brother Mu bought me a cell phone and a game console. He treats me like his own brother. From now on, you're my real brother!"

"Hahahaha." Xu Mu laughed heartily, "We brothers still do this kind of thing."

"I should thank you for what Yan Ming did before!"

To be honest, Xu Mu was really grateful to Bai Wushen. If it weren't for Bai Wushen, Xu Mu wouldn't have been able to help Yan Yan investigate the truth of the matter or complete this mission.

"Brother, it's mainly because of the uprightness you exude that has inspired so many of us classmates."

Time flew by, and we drank for about an hour.

Everyone's faces turned red from drinking.

Xu Mu was also a little drunk.

The other relatives had almost finished eating and were chatting, having mostly put down their chopsticks.

Three or four groups of relatives came during this time, all wanting to get to know Xu Mu.

After going through all the rounds, all of Xu Mu's relatives had become familiar to him.

Xu Mu responded with a smile, but did not agree to anything.

After all, Xu Muzhen didn't own a company; he was just an unemployed bum.

After they left to offer their toasts, Bai Ze hiccuped, looked at Xu Mu with red eyes, put his arm around Xu Mu's shoulder, held up his wine glass, and said earnestly, "Xiao Mu, I really thank you for this!"

"This glass of wine is for you, Uncle!"

"Uncle, why are you doing all this?"

Xu Mu asked with a smile, "If you're going to drink, then drink. Why are you getting all sentimental?"

"Sigh... You have no idea how much pressure our whole family was under when your aunt was sick. Sigh... How should I put it? I feel guilty! I feel sorry for Xiaoxue, I feel sorry for Wushen, and I feel sorry for Shufen. I didn't have the ability to cure her illness..."

"Ugh!"

As Bai Ze spoke, he clinked glasses with Xu Mu and downed half a glass of baijiu in one gulp.

Xu Mu understood Bai Ze.

Because my own father was like that too.

Ye Pingfan is usually not talkative, but his fatherly love is as strong as a mountain. He is taciturn, but often the most silent love is the most deafening!
"Uncle, it's all in the past!"

"Look, isn't Auntie all better now?"

“Yes!” Yang Shufen said, sitting down next to Bai Wushen. “Why are we talking about this?”

"I've never blamed you!"

“I know you’ve never blamed me, but I still feel sorry for you…”

As Bai Ze spoke, his voice choked with emotion.

He rubbed his eyes.

It's extremely difficult to make a man cry unless he has a lot of things bottled up inside that he can't vent!

It's not that men don't shed tears, it's just that they haven't reached the point of heartbreak yet!
"Uncle! Why say so much?"

"Aren't things getting better now?"

(End of this chapter)