CHAPTER 197: CHAPTER 197: MOVED

Little Zhi’s words made Mu Shuangshuang feel both gratified and distressed.

It’s often said that children from poor families mature early, and with Little Zhi being so sensible, she should be happy.

But she preferred for Little Zhi at this age to snuggle in her arms and act spoiled, telling her what she wanted and what she wanted to eat.

"Silly girl, you don’t need to be an adult in front of your sister. Your sister likes you to be a child, simple and straightforward. If you like anything, just tell your sister.

No matter what you fancy, your sister will buy it for you. And Xiao Han, you should also believe that next spring, your sister will definitely let you go to school in town, so that you can spend the most important years of your life among books just like other boys!"

Little Zhi burst into tears instantly. She had never felt so much love, and her tears flowed uncontrollably like water from an open tap.

Mu Shuangshuang helplessly pulled her into her embrace and comforted her gently.

Behind them, Mu Xiaohan also felt his eyes sting. He knew that the current state of their family was all thanks to his sister’s hard work; he reached out and hugged Mu Shuangshuang’s waist from behind.

The moist liquid soaked Mu Shuangshuang’s back, and she knew that at this moment, the three siblings shared the same feeling.

"Sister, I will definitely study hard. One day, I will take our parents, you, and Little Zhi away together!"

This very night made Mu Xiaohan determined to study and to make a name for himself on this path.

Hearing Mu Xiaohan’s words, Mu Shuangshuang was incredibly touched; she was about to cry herself, but she refused to allow herself to cry at such times, so she simply spoke up.

"It’s a bit hot, why don’t we take turns fanning each other? Starting with Xiao Han, fifty flicks each, and then call the next one, how about that?"

Her suggestion was naturally unanimously agreed upon by the two little ones. Mu Xiaohan didn’t bother wondering why he had to start first, he just knew that once he fanned fifty times, the person who said to take turns was already sound asleep.

Was he tricked?

But Mu Xiaohan wasn’t angry at all; instead, he felt utterly sweet, like the taste of melting honey in his mouth, sweet and not at all cloying.

Mu Xiaohan helplessly picked up the fan again and fanned a few more times, waiting until Mu Shuangshuang’s body temperature completely cooled down before he finally drifted into sleep.

As for Mu Shuangshuang, her tightly closed eyes opened once again.

After Mu Xiaohan finished fanning, she could feel it; she initially wanted to see how he would call her, but not only did he not call, he even gave a few extra flicks for free. Mu Shuangshuang couldn’t help but laugh inwardly: He’s truly a child, not getting angry at all.

The night was still long, but at this moment, the Third Branch of the Mu Family felt particularly warm!

Early the next morning, Mu Shuangshuang went out with Mu Xiaohan and Mu Xiaozhi, just as Lu Yuanfeng suggested. With kidnappers rampant lately, she decided to ask Lu Yuanfeng to join them for a stroll if he was free.

Arriving at Lu Yuanfeng’s courtyard, Mu Shuangshuang was surprised to find Lu Yuanfeng washing clothes. A huge basin of laundry piled up like a small mountain.

And he was seriously washing it with great care.

"Pfft..." Mu Shuangshuang couldn’t help but laugh out loud.

To be honest, she had never seen a man wash clothes so meticulously; at least in police academy or at the station, she only ever saw guys roughly scrubbing their clothes or using... their feet!

It seemed he probably didn’t have time to go.

Mu Shuangshuang started to walk away, but then Lu Yuanfeng saw her with surprise.

As always, Lu Yuanfeng’s face lit up with elation. "You’re here!"

A simple sentence made Mu Shuangshuang stop in her tracks, and she stomped her foot helplessly, because as soon as Lu Yuanfeng spoke, she felt an inexplicable urge to have him accompany them to town.

"What’s up? Thirsty? I’ll pour you a glass of water. How about you, Xiao Han, Little Zhi, do you want some?"

The two little ones behind Mu Shuangshuang remained as well-mannered as ever. However, Xiao Han still looked protectively at Lu Yuanfeng.

He hadn’t accepted Lu Yuanfeng as his brother-in-law yet.

He didn’t dislike Lu Yuanfeng at all, but he just couldn’t accept the thought that one day his sister might leave home. This strange feeling was like a small seed, already taking root and sprouting.

Perhaps the current life was already perfect for Xiao Han, and he didn’t want any further changes.

Indeed, Mu Shuangshuang was unaware of this little conflict and struggle.

"No need to fuss, we’ve just come out, not thirsty. I wanted to take Xiao Han and Little Zhi to town to pick some fabric for new clothes. Do you want to join us and bring Yuanbao along for a stroll?"

Talking about picking fabric for clothes, Lu Yuanfeng wasn’t particularly interested, but if the person asking him was Mu Shuangshuang, it was a different story.

He stood up and wiped his hands, ready to go.

"Just right, Yuanbao hasn’t bought clothes for a while either. Let’s go!"

Mu Shuangshuang was a little surprised; would he just leave the huge basin of laundry unwashed?

"I’ll wash it when I get back later..." Lu Yuanfeng scratched his head in embarrassment, fearing that Mu Shuangshuang would misunderstand his cleanliness. He continued explaining, "I’ve been really busy lately, haven’t had time to wash clothes..."

Overall, no matter how Lu Yuanfeng explained in front of Shuangshuang, he felt he was just covering up. But he really was too busy, helping his uncles with work during the day and occasionally checking the garden.

Moreover, at night, he had to work on the cabinet Shuangshuang had ordered, which was finally almost done. A few days ago, he painted the cabinet, leaving it to air for days, just waiting for the right time to deliver it.

Mu Shuangshuang shook her head in resignation, crouched down, picked up the laundry from the basin, and began to scrub.

Summer clothes, apart from some mud or sweat stains when working, weren’t actually that dirty.

Lu Yuanfeng was stunned, looking at the girl washing his clothes, mixed emotions flooded his heart.

"Shuangshuang, you don’t have to help me with the laundry. I... I can wash it myself."

"It’s okay, I’m quick at it. Now hurry up and get a few more basins so I can pack the clothes. Once we’re done here, we can head to town."

"Alright!" Lu Yuanfeng replied softly, feeling warm inside.

Just as Yuanbao emerged from the house, holding a bed sheet in his arms, "Second brother, the sheet needs washing; it smells..."

Initially, Yuanbao hadn’t noticed Mu Shuangshuang but by the time he did, it was too late.

He was doomed; he had ruined his second brother’s image again!

Eyes darting around, Yuanbao quickly explained, "Sister Shuangshuang, don’t misunderstand. My second brother’s sheets actually smell great. It’s just that I didn’t shower yesterday and rolled around on his bed, and then..."