Chapter 827 - 740: Drunk Last Night (Part 3)

"Mom, you’re really amazing." Three sets of courtyard houses, that’s no small amount.

"Ah, your godmother is forced into this. All these years, I haven’t fought or snatched, it’s all gone by, we’re not lacking money anyway. But, it’s different now. Everyone knows how valuable courtyard houses in Beijing are. But this time, I also realized the old man had hidden some good stuff. Otherwise, how could he have had the money to buy three courtyard houses? Moreover, he said that besides the set that Han Yi has, the other two should be kept low-key."

Han Yi and the others understood this. It was no way that the Mei Family could afford three courtyard houses.

"And Uncle?" Han Yi’s mention of ’Uncle’ caught Liang Qian off guard.

"Oh, that ’Uncle’ really stopped me. He knew you were coming today, said there was an urgent matter in the military, went to handle it early this morning, and said the sooner he’s done, the sooner he’ll come back. I think he’ll be back soon."

Han Yi used to call Lin Wan godfather and godmother, now Han Yi has to call relatives and friends as one of the Mei Family. How they call each other privately is fine, but outside, it’s inevitable that people might say they don’t know the etiquette.

"Has Little Star arrived?" Just as Liang Qian finished speaking, Mei Shuqing’s voice was heard at the door.

"Look, speak of the devil." Liang Qian joked with Han Yi and the others, then called to the door, "They’re here, they’re here."

The most endearing thing about Little Star is her ability to cheer others up. Seeing Mei Shuqing return, she hurriedly put down the watermelon she was holding, grabbed the prettiest piece, and quickly got up to give it to Mei Shuqing.

"Hello, Second Grandpa, have some watermelon."

"Aww, my granddaughter, come let Grandpa give you a hug."

"Godfather, she’s covered in watermelon juice." Lin Wan quickly reminded Mei Shuqing who didn’t mind Little Star’s stains and hugged her tightly.

"It’s alright, Grandpa doesn’t mind." Mei Shuqing said, laughing with Little Star and took a bite of the watermelon she handed him.

Liang Qian watched him act like a child and helplessly shook her head, rushing indoors to fetch him a towel.

Liang Qian checked the time, it was just past 9, and she wasn’t in a hurry to start cooking, choosing instead to chat with Lin Wan for a while.

Looking at her not so noticeable belly, she worried silently, "She should eat more, or else the baby won’t get nourishment."

"Godmother, I’m eating a lot every day now. Didn’t you notice I’m fatter than before?"

"Where? You haven’t gained an ounce."

"Second Grandma, Mom doesn’t listen, but Little Star isn’t picky with food." Little Star didn’t plan on giving Lin Wan face, rushing over to expose her.

"Mm-hmm, our Little Star is still the sweet one," Mei Shuqing chuckled, sensing a lively atmosphere in the home.

"By the way, Xiao Chi returned a few days ago. He seemed unusually calm knowing you were coming back. Originally, the family thought he might object, but surprisingly, he didn’t. Ever since he got back, he has been locking himself in his room and hardly comes out." Mei Shuqing informed Han Yi about Mei Langchi’s recent behavior, albeit with a sigh, "Perhaps he was punished too harshly, and it hit him. With all your stuff, he’s bound to have some stubbornness about it. But being listless all the time isn’t right."

Surely, he was affected. Whether it truly impacted him is hard to say.

Maybe another important issue brought up by Mei Shuqing, his face darkened, and he called Han Yi to the study.

What was discussed between the two was unknown.

Liang Qian watched Mei Shuqing disappear and sighed helplessly, "Mei Family hasn’t had peace these past years. Ah, I’ve been troubled lately."

"Godmother, I’m sorry. It’s all related to us. If it weren’t for us, none of these would have happened."

"It’s not really Han Yi’s issue. It’s that the eldest over there is unreliable. His own son... No, if you think about it, it’s Xiao Chi having met Ye Qing. Had he not had bad intentions, helped Ye Qing out of labor camp, agreed to do those deeds, how could the current outcome exist?"

Lin Wan pressed her lips, she doesn’t feel entirely like it’s Ye Qing’s fault. Sure, part is Ye Qing, but another part lies with Mei Langchi himself, who originally did quite a few things secretly.

"Oh yes, Ye Qing’s child isn’t Xiao Chi’s, did you know this?"

"I heard about it."

"Oh, Xiao Chi’s wearing a green hat."

"Do people in the compound know?" Lin Wan was curious.

"This can’t be spoken openly. It’s being hidden, only we know. As things are, they’re bound to divorce. Anyway, Xiao Chi came back this time without Ye Qing."

"Godmother, I don’t think it’s certain." Given Ye Qing went to G City, it indicates she won’t divorce Mei Langchi.

"I’m not getting involved in the eldest’s matters. I’m worried about Junzi now, the child is stubbornly trying to stick with Tao Jia."

"Ah, godmother, you know?"

Lin Wan’s words caused Liang Qian to pause, "So you guys know about them too."

Lin Wan quickly shook her head, "No, no, I’m guessing. I’ve seen Tao Jia in Z City." Lin Wan awkwardly laughed, not daring to admit how familiar she was with Sister Xiao Jia. Godmother’s tone seemed very opposed.

"Look, you can see it too. If we notice, Tao Family certainly will as well. Tao Family definitely opposes more than I do, but the child doesn’t listen to me, insists on clinging."

Each mention of this issue brought a simmering fire to Liang Qian’s heart, making her agitated.

"Godmother, don’t worry. Brother Junzi is sensible, he must have his thoughts. There’s no need to fret over this."

"Second Grandma, don’t be mad, uncle treats Little Star very well, even bought her candy."

"Good, good, isn’t Little Star the most obedient one? Is the watermelon tasty? Second Grandma has lots of yummy stuff, do you want some?"

"Yes, Little Star loves to eat."

"Alright, let’s go, Grandma will take you."

Lin Wan secretly gave a thumbs-up to Little Star’s talent for pleasing people.

Though, listening to godmother’s talk, Lin Wan’s heart worried for Brother Junzi and Sister Tao Jia.

Where could Brother Junzi be now?

...

Brother Junzi, who Lin Wan mentioned, was still in Z City at Non-Commissioned Officer Division.

"I..." In the room, Mei Lang Jun’s clothes were loosely worn, his tone filled with guilt and apology.

Not far from him, Tao Jia had even fewer clothes on, sitting on the bed, hugging her folded legs with her head buried, trembling all over, clearly silently crying.

Seeing Tao Jia silent like this, Mei Lang Jun felt uncertain, his irritation causing him to scratch his head.

"Last night, I was drunk."

After a long while, still no response from Tao Jia, only faint weeping sounds, which increased his frustration.

"Stop crying, I’m wrong, alright? I genuinely don’t recall anything from yesterday. Tao Jia, can you not be like this?" Mei Lang Jun was a bit annoyed, not knowing how to comfort a woman.

This time, Tao Jia still didn’t look up but spoke, "Just leave, I don’t want to see you."

Leave? How could he leave alone? All these days he had pushed her to return with him. But Tao Jia refused completely, so he had Han Yi and the others leave first, determined to win Tao Jia over. It’s been two years, what’s meant to be forgotten should have been forgotten. He said he can handle his family.

Why can’t she trust him just once?

He originally planned to take her out for dinner and discussion yesterday, yet, unexpectedly ran into some comrades eating together.

Heard they were sending off a comrade who was about to retire. Group planned not to work tomorrow, having a drink together.

Knowing they were off-duty the next day, they called Mei Lang Jun to drink, and even Tao Jia wasn’t spared.