Adored by Him: My Blissful Days as the Girl Next Door-Chapter 378 - 377 Fight for It Yourself

Before meeting Zhang Xin, Peng Hui never knew a woman could be this beautiful.

When Peng Hui and Zhao Meimei walked out of the school gates arm in arm, they almost immediately noticed a woman leaning against the car, her long legs crossed, hair cascading in waves, eyes cast down, looking relaxed and smoking.

This woman was very beautiful, with fair skin and exquisite makeup. Even with her eyelids lowered, she still appeared stunning.

The weather was already a bit chilly, and among the crowd wearing thick autumn clothes, her beige trench coat outfit, revealing slender calves encased in black stockings, stood out particularly.

Zhao Meimei spotted her at once and quickly called out, "Sister Xin!"

Zhang Xin looked up, saw Zhao Meimei, smiled and waved.

Following Zhao Meimei, Peng Hui approached, and Zhao Meimei introduced: "This is my friend Peng Hui, and this is my sister-in-law."

Feeling a warm affection at Zhao Meimei’s address, Zhang Xin beamed and warmly greeted Peng Hui, "Hello."

Peng Hui politely replied, "Hello, sister-in-law."

Zhang Xin asked, "Where are you headed? I can give you a ride."

Peng Hui quickly declined, "No need, I’m just going across to the school. You go ahead without me." 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

Zhang Xin nodded, took Zhao Meimei into the car, and drove off.

Peng Hui stared blankly at the shining four-ring logo of the car.

Zhao Dazhuang was discharged on a Friday, and Zhao Meimei found Zhang Jiahui a day in advance to ask for leave, which Zhang Jiahui approved quite quickly.

The discharge procedures were handled by Shi Yang, and Qu Chaozong also came over specifically to help with moving items.

Having just been discharged, Zhao Dazhuang was weak and needed some time at home to recuperate, so Liu Xiue stayed home to take care of him.

Liu Xiue said, "You being in the hospital really wore out Yangyang and Meimei. They stayed up all night without changing clothes; you really got to enjoy the emperor’s treatment!"

Zhao Dazhuang chuckled, "Really, the moment I got hospitalized, my status at home skyrocketed. Since we got married, when were you ever so gentle with me? Every morning, upon awakening, I feel like I’m dreaming."

Liu Xiue giggled, poked Zhao Dazhuang’s head and said, "Nonsense! Who says I’m not gentle!"

Zhao Dazhuang intentionally groaned twice, "Ouch, it shook my wound!"

Liu Xiue glared at him and asked, "Hey, why didn’t Shi Yang’s parents come to visit you this time while you were hospitalized?"

Zhao Dazhuang casually answered, "Didn’t you instruct Yangyang not to tell them?"

Liu Xiue shook her head, "Do you really think Yangyang listens to me? Your father-in-law having surgery and not showing up, something must be wrong."

Zhao Dazhuang scratched his head, "Then what do you think is the reason?"

Liu Xiue frowned, "If I knew, would I be asking you?"

Zhao Dazhuang didn’t take it seriously, "I think you’re just idle and overthinking. It’s just an appendectomy, not serious, and Old Shi is busy with work at the factory; he doesn’t have the leisure to run to the provincial city."

Liu Xiue thought that was reasonable, turned around, and went to the kitchen to prepare dinner.

Without hospital night shifts, Shi Yang’s schedule returned to a normal nine-to-five. In the first few days, he showed up late and left early, and was mocked by Qu Chaozong, who said his spring nights were short, causing him to rise late and neglect court duties.

In public, Shi Yang took it all in stride with a smile, but when alone, his face instantly turned from a light-hearted smile to a somber expression.

Qu Chaozong was taken aback and asked, "What’s going on?"

Shi Yang didn’t keep it from Qu Chaozong, "My dad’s former wife has been in ICU these past few days. I fear it’s serious this time."

Qu Chaozong was shocked, "When did this happen?"

Shi Yang answered, "The day after Uncle Zhao was hospitalized, I called my parents to say hi, and my mom told me. My dad is staying at the hospital, and my mom is there helping out."

Knowing the situation well, Qu Chaozong patted Shi Yang on the shoulder, "Aren’t you going back?"

Shi Yang lowered his eyelids, "No, we’ve never really been connected; my mom is helping only because she feels sorry for my dad."

Qu Chaozong nodded, "Indeed, if I were in your place, I wouldn’t go either."

Shi Yang asked, "Enough about me, how about you? What’s going on with you and Zhang Xin?"

Qu Chaozong smiled wryly, "It’s the same, the old man won’t be discharged until next month. Zhang Xin’s dad can’t leave his job in the city, and at best comes once a month, so as long as we don’t see each other, everything remains the same as before, business as usual."

Shi Yang: "What about the old man?"

This time, Qu Chaozong showed a hint of a smile, "Good, he and I get along well. I accompany him occasionally; the old man gets quite lonely due to his age. I just sit there without needing to do anything, chat with him, and make some jokes, and he’s very happy."

Shi Yang nodded, offering advice, "Since you’re family, it’s different now that you know each other; since you’ve met Zhang Xin’s parents, in terms of emotions and reason, Aunt should also join you in visiting the old man. After all, he is an elder."

It hadn’t occurred to Qu Chaozong in this way, and he asked, "Would it be okay for my mom to visit?"

Shi Yang laughed, "Of course, but don’t go empty-handed. There’s no need to buy anything expensive. Since Aunt can make soup, during his hospital stay, make some light broth to bring over. It’s the thought that counts, and older people usually value it."

Qu Chaozong was pleased, "Alright, I’ll talk to my mom about it."

Shi Yang took a box of premium ginseng from the drawer and handed it to Qu Chaozong.

Qu Chaozong accepted it, glanced at it, and asked, "Is this for me?"

Shi Yang punched him lightly, "Dream on! This was given by Xu Hongbin when he visited Uncle Zhao in the hospital. I checked, it’s quite valuable, good stuff. You can give this to the old man."

Qu Chaozong refused, "No need, the old man has more than enough good things in his ward."

Shi Yang stared at him, "No wonder you’re clueless! Give him this ginseng and visit every day. Once there, make a cup for the old man, whether he drinks it or not, your intentions are evident. You think you can win people over with just your words? He’s Zhang Xin’s maternal grandfather, not yours; his heart leans towards Zhang Xin. You have to actively work for the bond."

Qu Chaozong clicked his tongue and accepted it, "Alright, I’ll do as you say!"