CHAPTER 768: CHAPTER 743: LET’S TALK

Fan Jianguo and Liu Huili carried Xiao Nine straight into the house.

Inside the house, Jiang Xiaoxiao, Jiang Yue, and Grandma were sitting.

Jiang Lei and Jiang Xin had not yet returned.

Several people were chatting around the table, which was filled with various snacks.

Chopped watermelon, washed grapes, and apples.

Upon seeing her little uncle, Jiang Xiaoxiao quickly got up and walked over, taking Xiao Nine into her arms.

This child has always been weak since birth, so she originally wanted to feed the child some peach juice.

But she never found the opportunity.

Mainly because ever since her little uncle had this child, he and his wife had very limited time to meet with them.

Typically, they would only see each other twice a year during holidays, and she was busy at the hospital, not every holiday they could gather together.

Let alone during her days off when her uncle wasn’t around, and when her uncle was around, she wasn’t, so they rarely got to meet.

Looking at this child, who was already over a year old but still thin and small, barely weighing 20 pounds, skinny.

Compared to her twin sisters, although nearly a year younger, in terms of size, they were similar. Her sisters were chubby and fair, reminiscent of Tang Yuan and Baozi before.

It made Jiang Xiaoxiao’s heart ache.

Then she glanced at her aunt Liu Huili.

Previously, when she saw Liu Huili, she was always harsh and never showed a pleasant face. Her aunt, upon entering, simply couldn’t stand her niece, but now Liu Huili had changed significantly.

The previously delicate and somewhat flamboyant Liu Huili loved to dress up, boasting about marrying a competent husband who could earn money.

She was never stingy with food and clothing, buying clothes in varying styles after marriage.

Unlike now!

Looking at her plain attire, it was clear these were clothes from her wedding days.

Outdated style, frequently worn, visibly faded, with frayed cuffs and hem.

Now she was so thin, like she might be blown over by the wind. She was unrecognizably skinny, her complexion was a sickly mix of green, yellow, and black, indicating poor health.

Seeing the whole family gathered.

Previously, Liu Huili was arrogant, always finding fault, even in trivial matters, but now her demeanor carried a hint of embarrassment and appeasement.

Upon seeing her, she quietly greeted, "Hello, Xiaoxiao."

For an aunt to lower herself and greet her proactively was unprecedented.

Jiang Xiaoxiao recalled what she had heard from Grandma and sighed internally.

Perhaps this lesson finally got through to her aunt.

She hadn’t intervened in her uncle’s marriage because she thought he wouldn’t repeat past mistakes and would find happiness.

Who could have imagined that not being strict about his marriage would lead her uncle almost down the same road again? Fortunately, Liu Huili had the sense to amend her mistakes.

She sat at the table, holding Xiao Nine.

"Uncle, Aunt, please sit down. The watermelon is freshly cut. Eat it while it’s fresh. As for Xiao Nine, I don’t think she should eat cold things given her health. I’m afraid she’ll have diarrhea later; I’ll prepare some fruit juice for her instead. A little juice is good for a child’s digestion."

Jiang Xiaoxiao took the little girl to the next room, found a cup, and quietly poured some peach juice.

The little girl curiously watched her older sister holding her.

The lady wasn’t shy around her; although reserved with others, she’d seen Jiang Xiaoxiao twice before.

Every meeting, Jiang Xiaoxiao treated her kindly, offering her sweets.

The little girl remembered this gentle sister, was delighted to see her, and eagerly grabbed her cup, drinking on her own.

Feeling the taste after her first sip, she found it delicious.

She clung tightly to the cup, gulping down nearly half of the peach juice.

After finishing, she looked expectantly at her sister.

"You can’t have too much juice since we’re having a meal soon. Next time you visit Sister’s house, I’ll let you have more juice, okay?"

She had measured the amount; this quantity of juice wouldn’t make her recovery too noticeable.

This was the result of her years of experimentation, regulating the amount of peach juice each time.

The little girl didn’t have any serious illness; drinking excessive peach juice would be wasteful for her health.

But the little girl happily patted her sister’s hands, affectionately hugging her neck, leaning into her embrace. This young lady was considerate, not prone to tantrums when things didn’t go her way. Her tenderness moved the heart.

Fan Xiuying had finished preparing the meal, and the family completed their dinner.

Fan Jianguo checked the time; it was only past six, and if he hurried back, he could have his stall open in the evening and earn some money.

He smiled at Fan Xiuying and his brother-in-law, Jiang Lao Shi, saying.

"Sis, with no festivities around, you called us back for dinner. We’re done eating, so is there anything you need? If there’s none, I’ll take Mom and the two of them back. I still have some tasks tonight."

Fan Xiuying shot him a look, "Of course, there’s a reason. Don’t think about leaving, stop whatever plans you have tonight. Sit here quietly today. Not only do I need to talk to you, but Xiaoxiao also has something to discuss with you."

Fan Jianguo’s heart skipped.

Seeing his mom earlier, her expression was calm, just like her niece’s, and they didn’t say much.

The demeanor was no different than usual.

He thought it was just his big sister wanting to invite them over for a meal.

But it seemed there was something, and it certainly concerned him.

Could it be his sister found out?

He cast a pleading glance at his mom.

Jiang Yue had already moved Grandma, holding Xiao Nine and Liu Huili to the next room.

Their courtyard was spacious.

Specially arranged for Grandma, Uncle, and Liu Huili were two rooms, meant for them to stay if it got late when visiting, always clean and locked.

They had arrived, and in the afternoon, Fan Xiuying had already tidied the rooms, planning for them to stay a couple of days longer.

Firstly, to allow Grandma to rest, and secondly to have a good discussion with Fan Jianguo.