Reborn in the 70s: Pampered by Regiment Commander
Chapter 574 - 392: Better Than Family_2

Chapter 574: Chapter 392: Better Than Family_2

Fat Auntie nodded with a laugh, "Okay, I won’t worry about it anymore, and I’ll talk to Gangshun about not worrying either."

"You see, if you and Gangshun hadn’t done what you did back then, the result would have been that you’d have been criticized too and then both our families would’ve ended up just as poor, unable to help each other out."

Chuxia has benefited a lot from you and Gangshun. The people she must repay in this life are you, Gangshun, and her young aunt Baojuan. No matter when, she mustn’t forget you all."

"I’m looking forward to enjoying the blessings Chuxia will bring." Fat Auntie suddenly squinted her eyes and smiled, "By the way, Yulan, Gangshun and I have decided that when you and Baohe go visit Chuxia, we’ll go too. We want to meet that match from Hongqi’s place."

"That would be wonderful." Zhao Yulan’s face showed a sincere smile, "I’m guessing this girl will surely please you. I’ve asked Chuxia about her, and she said the girl is honest and capable, and also quite pretty—a bit above average. Frankly, our Hongqi is quite blessed, he found a good wife without any worry."

"About that, I’ve been wanting to tell you, you keep saying we’ve helped your family a lot, but without your Chuxia, Xiaoqiong and Hongqi wouldn’t have had this opportunity.

We’ve both benefited from each other, so let’s not talk about who owes whom. Let’s just naturally let things be, and when we’re old, we’ll be together."

"Agreed, it’s settled then."

"But Yulan, if Baohe finds his family, they might be high-ranking officials, then you can’t look down on us and feel ashamed."

"That...," Zhao Yulan said with a wry smile, shaking her head, "The world is so big, it’s not so easy to find them. I won’t lie to you; Baohe and I haven’t dared to hope too much. If we are rootless in this life, then so be it. I’ve also told Baohe that my parents will be his parents, and they’ll just have to think as if they’ve raised an extra son."

Their conversation faintly reached the ears of Lin Baohe, who was in a semi-conscious state, thinking back to his younger days, growing up... Memories flooded his mind...

Suddenly, he dreamt that he had reached the riverbank where his parents perished. Two whirlpools appeared in the middle of the river with a man and a woman trapped in the water, sinking while calling his name. He wanted to go and save them, but he couldn’t move, desperately running yet unable to budge his legs...

Just when he felt despair, his daughter appeared, seemingly understanding his intentions. She leaped into the river. He panicked, shouting loudly, "Chuxia... Chuxia..."

"Baohe... Baohe, what’s wrong? Baohe..."

Upon abruptly opening his eyes, he saw his wife’s worried face. As his consciousness slowly gathered, Lin Baohe realized he had been having a nightmare.

He turned his head towards the window, where faint light could be seen behind the white curtains.

Fat Auntie followed his gaze and quickly opened the curtains, laughing: "Our sickroom really has a good location, just right to see the sunrise. Baohe, you’re really fortunate."

The lingering fear in his heart gradually subsided, and Lin Baohe smiled back at her: "Cha Xiang, I’m sorry for making you worry."

"If you’re polite to me again, I won’t take care of any of your matters from now on." Fat Auntie glared at him discontentedly, "If you feel sorry, then come to your senses quickly and live a good life with Yulan."

"I know." Lin Baohe looked apologetically at his wife, "Yulan, I’m fine now. You and Cha Xiang should get some sleep."

"It’s already light outside; no need to sleep." Zhao Yulan took a thermometer from under his arm, 39°C. Although it hasn’t fully returned to normal, it was finally not as alarming.

Doctor Chaeng had a shift change at seven, and before leaving, he checked on Lin Baohe again, still admonishing Zhao Yulan to keep the patient in good spirits, otherwise, the inflammation in his body would heal very slowly.

Zhao Yulan readily agreed, but her heart was incredibly troubled; considering the current situation, it was just too difficult to calm him down.

Fat Auntie, noticing her difficulty, pulled her aside to the door to comfort her: "He’s just worried about Chuxia. Why don’t you send a telegram to call Chuxia back? The child is quite decisive now, maybe she can persuade her father."

Zhao Yulan was tempted, but then, her head shook like a rattle-drum: "No, no, if we really call Chuxia back, he would definitely get anxious. It’s not any serious illness; the doctor said it was just a matter of how fast the recovery will be. I’ll just take extra care of him for a few more days. Cha Xiang, please go back home. You can still catch the 10 o’clock train."

"I’m not telling you this because I’m in a hurry to go back myself, I’m thinking of how to free Baohe from his worries sooner." Fat Auntie gave Zhao Yulan a look, "What’s convenient for you alone here? It’s just our family staying now, but if other beds get occupied later, with all the noise and commotion, could you leave Baohe here alone with peace of mind?"

"Why would I go out? I’ll just stay here and watch over him."

"You don’t use the toilet? You don’t eat?" Fat Auntie rolled her eyes again, "Such a smart person, how come you’re being foolish now?"

"What could happen in the short time it takes to go to the toilet or eat?" Zhao Yulan said amusedly, looking at her, "You’re just afraid we’ll be bullied if we’re on our own here, do you think I’m stupid? Don’t worry, we’ve changed from the past, we’re not that naive."

Having hit upon the truth, Fat Auntie laughed: "Not bad, your brain hasn’t turned muddled after a night without sleep. Okay, stop making excuses with me. With both Hongqi and Xiaoqiong not at home, there’s not much to take care of. With Gangshun around, he can manage both our households. Don’t worry about it. Let’s focus on Baohe’s recovery, so he can be out of the hospital soon. Once that’s settled, hurry to find Chuxia. I’m eager to see my future daughter-in-law."(To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation tickets, monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile phone users please read at m.qidian.com.)