After Divorce: Why My Aloof Ex Starts Chasing Me?
Chapter 255: Tired from work

Chapter 255: Chapter 255: Tired from work

"Where are you going?"

Shen Qingqing was hugged around her waist, and without getting out of bed, she was laid back again.

"Getting up for breakfast."

By this time, Madam Jiang was already up cooking, and Shen Qingqing didn’t pretend to offer help.

The timing was just right after they finished washing up.

Otherwise, her mother-in-law would have to save them some food, which would be not only troublesome but also very awkward.

It was like telling everyone what she and Jiang Zhixun did last night...

Jiang Zhixun glanced at the time, "We have plenty of time."

He turned over on top of her.

At the same time, he lifted her nightdress.

Shen Qingqing: "!!!"

This guy has so much energy!

Knowing Shen Qingqing was shy, Jiang Zhixun didn’t go overboard, stopping after a taste.

Half an hour later, they were done with washing up.

Shen Qingqing hurriedly applied some face cream and went downstairs.

She walked in front, and he followed behind.

Seeing Shen Qingqing walking fast, Jiang Zhixun knew he was just fooled.

She said her legs were sore and she couldn’t walk, asking him to carry her to the bathroom.

The hint of amusement flashed in his eyes.

It seemed the wife’s health was good; with more exercise, it would be even better.

Madam Jiang thought the couple would sleep in.

Young people, full of energy, on their wedding day wouldn’t just sleep under the covers.

Didn’t expect them to come down just as breakfast was ready.

Seeing their rosy complexions, they didn’t seem like they stayed up all night.

She suddenly felt a little worried.

Without enthusiasm, when would a baby come?

Decided to make more nourishing food to help them replenish.

Good health equals the energy for that.

They must be tired from work!

"Mom, what did you make? It smells good," the aroma was caught by Shen Qingqing.

Madam Jiang immediately put those messy thoughts behind her.

"Made egg pancakes, just came out of the pan."

Saying this, she brought out two plates with egg pancakes.

Mixing eggs and flour into a batter, adding some green onions, and frying with a bit of oil produces them.

But the heat is hard to control, and the batter needs to be proportioned strictly.

Shen Qingqing could cook but sometimes failed.

Seeing her mother-in-law’s pancakes look so good, she gave a thumbs up, "Perfect in color, aroma, and taste!"

The egg pancakes looked soft, golden, and garnished with green onions, appearing very appetizing.

Madam Jiang was delighted by the compliment and gave Shen Qingqing a playful glare, "You child, flattering me before even eating, just sweet-talking me."

Shen Qingqing: "Whether it’s good or not, you can see at a glance."

Madam Jiang was even happier, setting the food on the table swiftly.

Besides the egg pancakes, there were six more dishes.

Hot, cold salads, everything was there.

Shen Qingqing found it excessive, "Just two dishes are enough, no need for such trouble."

Having just woken up, there wasn’t much appetite.

A little light food to settle would do.

Madam Jiang, in good spirits, didn’t feel tired.

"You’re newlyweds, you should eat well. Save where you should, enjoy where you should, and after these few days, if you want me to make more, it’ll depend on my mood."

Knowing Madam Jiang was joking, Shen Qingqing said, "Then we’ll have to keep you happy to enjoy life every day."

Sitting next to her, Jiang Zhixun casually asked, "How can we keep you happy every day?"

Madam Jiang’s lips moved, but she swallowed back her words.

To keep her happy, of course, was to hurry and have a child to hold a grandchild!

She glared at her son, "As long as you don’t cause trouble, I’m happy!"

Jiang Zhixun looked at Shen Qingqing, feeling wronged.

Does he even have a place in this family?

Shen Qingqing ignored him.

Even though the elders treated her well, in her mother-in-law’s heart, her own son was the apple of her eye.

She picked a piece of pancake and placed it in his bowl.

"Eat up."

Jiang Zhixun’s mouth curved upwards happily.

As long as his wife treated him well, that was enough.

Their interaction was noticed by the elders.

Still remembered that back then, on their first day of marriage, the brat went to the Northwest.

Qingqing hadn’t spoken a word, making the household atmosphere unbearably tense.

Compared to now, it was a world of difference.

No more foolishness could arise.

Realizing this, Madam Jiang pushed the idea of urging them for a child aside.

Life now was already good.

If nagging for grandchildren caused other issues, regrets would come too late.

"Eat," she said, serving Shen Qingqing some dishes.

Shen Qingqing was still a bit sleepy without much appetite.

But at the taste of the egg pancake, her taste buds awoke, soft, and delicious.

Having burned a lot of energy last night, she ate plenty.

Jiang Zhixun, too.

He ate while also serving Shen Qingqing food.

Back and forth, showing their affection.

Seeing them like this, the elders were truly at ease.

After breakfast, Madam Jiang asked Jiang Zhixun to wash the dishes while she took Shen Qingqing to the canteen to pay the deposit and finalize the menu.

Knowing his wife hadn’t slept enough, Jiang Zhixun suggested she take a nap.

"I’ll go pay the deposit."

Madam Jiang: "You’re not going to wash dishes?"

"I’ll wash up and then go."

Madam Jiang turned to Shen Qingqing, silently asking for her opinion.

Having just eaten, Shen Qingqing didn’t feel like sleeping.

Since the canteen wasn’t far, they could return soon, and it worked as a digestive walk.

"I’ll go with you."

Shen Qingqing’s words worked, and Madam Jiang let her son be.

Grabbing her handbag, "Let’s go, we’ll be quick."

Although they weren’t holding a wedding, relatives and friends would surely sit at home.

Cleaning needed to be done, and tea and snacks prepared for guests.

Making a list in advance, when shopping, nothing would be overlooked.

The mother- and daughter-in-law chatted as they left.

Jiang Zhixun didn’t turn away until Shen Qingqing was out of sight.

He speeded up his dishwashing.

As a good husband, after finishing chores, he should pick up his wife and bring her home.

Shen Qingqing and Jiang Zhixun had already registered their marriage, and the news spread throughout the compound.

Seeing her going to the canteen with Madam Jiang, it was guessed they were there to arrange the banquet.

Li Hongyan asked, "When’s the wedding day, the date should be set, right? We’ll come to help then."

Shen Qingqing rolled her eyes.

"If you dare to help, I won’t dare to use you."

Without sparing any dignity, she slapped Li Hongyan in the face.

It was common knowledge that Shen Qingqing had a good temper.

Nobody expected her to be so assertive.

The air became momentarily quiet, and Li Hongyan’s smile froze.

Her expression couldn’t be more comical.

Forcing a smile, she said, "See, you’re joking again."

Shen Qingqing’s expression was serious, "Not joking. To be honest, I don’t like you. Not mentioning the past, since returning to the country, you’ve been stirring trouble behind my back. If it weren’t for Brother Yang, I wouldn’t have tolerated you this long."

Li Hongyan’s face became even more animated.

Turning red and white.

Others felt secondhand embarrassment for her.

Determined to repair relations with the Jiang family, Li Hongyan thought it was worth it even to lose face.

Yet being criticized by Shen Qingqing made her feel bad.

Sulkily thinking, she thought maybe they should sever ties for good; she could live without the Jiang family!

Squeezing out words through gritted teeth, "Teacher Shen is successful now, looking down on us. Rest assured, I know my place and won’t burden anyone else."

Shen Qingqing’s tone was indifferent, "Indeed, don’t think much of you."

Li Hongyan: "..."