Chapter 1292: Departure
By eight o’clock, everyone had left.
Han Xiangjun was holding Shi Jing, who had completely warmed up to him, and now loved following him around.
After arriving home, they washed up and rested. They planned to leave after breakfast the next morning.
There wasn’t much to pack at home, mainly the bedding, as Jiang Xinyu wasn’t planning to return for a few years. They decided to take it back and store it in the Capital.
In the end, they didn’t sell the house. Jiang Xinyu couldn’t get past the emotional hurdle. So they left it as is; this was the only house Jiang Xinyu felt was truly home.
Although it might be worth nothing in the future, it remained as a memorial.
Wei Kaiyun wrapped his arm around his wife. "Xinyu, when we get home, let’s let the two little ones live on their own."
"They’re too young."
"They’re not that young anymore." Wei Kaiyun felt differently; the small mountain village in the Northeast gave him a sense of home.
Because that’s where the family lived together, it was the life Wei Kaiyun had always dreamed of.
"There’s no place to live. Lv Beiguang wants to stay with us. Guodong’s house isn’t finished yet."
"Can’t we just call home, ask Li Yungui to arrange it, directly find those two bricklayers, and have the house ready when we get back?"
Jiang Xinyu nodded, "That really works. When we’re back in the Capital, let’s call the village and ask someone to inform Village Chief Li."
"Yes, I don’t think Guodong would be comfortable moving his wife in with us."
Jiang Xinyu nodded, that’s true, "Tell them tomorrow before we leave so they won’t have to worry."
"I reckon the four of them will come over after the New Year. That foolish boy Chaoyang is still waiting to buy a house." Wei Kaiyun laughed after speaking.
"Chaoyang knows what he’s doing."
"Yeah, but he’s too timid; just seeing him like this irritates me."
"Please don’t misguide him."
"How could I misguide him? Actually, that girl Jing Chu needs a strong man."
Jiang Xinyu shook her head, "No, Jing Chu is a strong person herself; she needs a man who takes care of her completely. Chaoyang is actually quite suitable."
"Anyway, they’re not that old; it’s good for Chaoyang to experience life outside for a few years."
"I’m thinking Sister Du should give birth in a month or two, and it’s a bit worrying not to be there for them."
"Don’t worry, Liu Xuefa and his wife are in the village; his wife knows how to deliver babies, you don’t need to worry."
"Sister Du is older."
"Xinyu, you haven’t noticed that there are women in the village who give birth in their forties. Du Fengying is taking great care of herself; you don’t need to worry."
"It’s Sister Du’s first child, different from those in their forties having children."
"Doctor Xie knows the situation; don’t worry unnecessarily. You’re not thinking of going back, are you?"
Jiang Xinyu shook her head, "No, how about we all take a trip to Hai City? Go over and take a look?"
"Sure, I guess Master Shang wouldn’t join us; he and Old Yang can stay together."
"Just the two of us with five kids? Not very realistic, let’s not."
"Zhao Xiaoli’s not in good health. Old Yang can’t go either.
Actually, taking five kids with us is doable. The three older ones are responsible. We can get a compartment for the whole family.
It’s nice to visit the South, and it’s rare for you to want to travel."
Wei Kaiyun seemed to persuade Jiang Xinyu, "Alright, we’ll decide when we reach the Capital."
Wei Kaiyun knew his wife was tempted. Actually, it was no big deal to travel now. Plus, Hai City was relatively peaceful.
The next day, they packed up everything at home, and Chaoyang drove over in a truck, with the men loading all the luggage onto it.
They had breakfast at the Lv Family’s place, where Li Xue and Jing Chu got up early to cook.
Wei Kaiyun talked with Lv Beiguang about calling the village to build the house when they returned.
"Uncle Wei, I already told Chaoyang, the four of us will head to the Capital after the New Year, and Han Uncle will arrange the house. Once everything’s settled, we can return together."
Wei Kaiyun nodded, "Xinyu and I might take the kids to Hai City for a bit. We’re not sure yet, so call before you head to the Capital; your Uncle Qian will definitely be there."
Guodong nodded, while Jing Chu was envious of them going to Hai City.
Jiang Xinyu looked at the young girl’s expression and asked with a smile, "Jing Chu, do you want to visit Hai City?"
"Aunt Jiang, I won’t go. I’d better stay home quietly."
"If you want to, you can come to the Capital with us, but I might not definitely go."
Jing Chu shook her head, "I won’t go. I’ll just stay home. The four of us won’t go anywhere or do anything."
Jiang Xinyu smiled and nodded, "That’s pretty good." Zhao Xiaoli looked at Jiang Xinyu with a bit of sadness.
"I want to go too."
"It’s nearly a month by train; you’ll definitely be uncomfortable. Besides, coming back is another two months on the train."
Zhao Xiaoli looked even more forlorn. "Xinyu, next year let’s go together. What’s the point if you’re not in the Capital?"
Jiang Xinyu laughed, "Sure, I won’t go anywhere, I’ll just stay in the Capital with you."
This made Zhao Xiaoli very happy.
Actually, Jiang Xinyu was also indecisive. Staying on the train for so long, worrying about the kids getting uncomfortable.
Old Yang glanced at Wei Kaiyun.
After breakfast, Jiang Xinyu drove, with Wei Kaiyun and the two kids in the back, and Zhao Xiaoli in the passenger seat.
After seeing off Jiang Xinyu and the others, Lv Beiguang sighed, but felt excited thinking about living together in the future.
Jing Chu looked at her father with resignation, knowing it was unlikely.
Now, the four of them shut the door and spent their days chatting and reading together.
Jiang Xinyu arrived in the Capital by the afternoon of the next day.
Han Xiangjun was thrilled after getting off the train; they were finally home.
The three kids were the happiest; they were all worried about Master Shang. Seeing the old man much more spirited made them relieved.
Shang Zhenkun felt touched; it was worth caring for them all this time.
They took two days to rest and recuperate, allowing everyone to adjust.
Here, there was a club where the three kids found a place to play.
Han Xiangjun handed all the work over to Chaoyang; he mainly took the three kids around to play in the Capital.
One day, the four of them went to Old Mo Restaurant for a meal; Feifei loved their braised beef, so this was their third visit.
As they were enjoying their meal, suddenly, two women approached.
"Mr. Han."
Han Xiangjun’s smile disappeared. He looked up at the two of them.
"Leave."
The two women knew Han Xiangjun’s temper. Despite their reluctance, they dared not say anything but turned and left.
Jiang Feifei chuckled at Han Xiangjun, "Uncle Han, your taste in people is really questionable."