The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 371 - 342: Peach Grove, Huo Yingjun Arrives_1

Chapter 371: Chapter 342: Peach Grove, Huo Yingjun Arrives_1

As Snake King’s abilities enhanced, Tiantian reaped many benefits.

After returning home, she slept and woke up feeling refreshed!

A year’s plan starts with spring, and a day’s plan starts with the morning!

Village Chief Qi began to arrange for people to start work, clearing the weeds from the wheat fields and fermenting manure for fertilizer.

Tiantian, on the other hand, was working with the livestock team, learning and leading a meaningful and fulfilling life.

In a blink of an eye, it was the warm March, and the trees on the mountain had sprouted new leaves, while the grass had grown to a height of over ten centimeters – earlier than usual springs.

In the peach orchard, a hundred peach trees were in full bloom.

A gentle breeze blew through, carrying the fragrance of peach blossoms!

Wang Shuping brought a mat from home to catch the falling peach blossoms.

These peach blossoms could be used to make Peach Blossom Wine, peach blossom pastries, or fragrant sachets with the scent of peach blossoms to place in the house, spreading a lovely aroma.

"Old He, have you noticed that the peach trees are blooming earlier this year?" Wang Shuping walked around the peach orchard, closely observing the blossoms on the trees.

He Jingyu smiled and said, "I’ve noticed, but I’ve checked, and the peach trees are in good condition; there shouldn’t be any problems. Look at the branches, leaves, and flowers— they are all better than when we were in Nan City."

"Mm, it seems we’ve chosen the right place," Wang Shuping said with a smile, squinting her eyes and looking up at the peach trees.

Beneath the peach trees in the orchard, petals fluttered down, and the soft sunlight fell on Wang Shuping’s face.

He Jingyu inadvertently saw his wife, graceful and beautiful. It had been a long time since he had really looked at her.

There were wrinkles at the corners of her eyes, and her skin was no longer as clear and lustrous as before, but the gentle temperament settled over time was even more attractive to him.

With mud on his hands, He Jingyu could only lean forward to give his wife a kiss on her left cheek.

"Ah!" Wang Shuping was startled, her face involuntarily flushing with shyness.

Peach blossoms reflected on their faces, echoing their blushing cheeks!

After a long absence, the couple strolled through the beautiful orchard, whispering sweet nothings, their love deep and profound.

At noon, when Tiantian returned home for lunch, she saw her parents, full of affection for each other.

Seeing her loving parents made Tiantian think of Huo Yingjie, who was far away.

Third Grandma Qi was in always in high spirits, one could say she was absolutely radiant!

Her previous waiting was without hope!

She persisted out of nostalgia and her inherent strength.

Now her waiting had yielded results!

With no burdens on her mind, the strong Third Grandma Qi seemed to have found a spring in her autumn years, full of vigour.

Tiantian’s learning progressed rapidly, and her vocabulary had reached three thousand words – she could recite several books by heart.

With Professor Wang there, they conversed in English. She immediately corrected any mistakes pointed out by Professor Wang on the spot.

Even if she went to Country M now, Tiantian could already communicate on her own with the people there.

On the eighteenth of April according to the solar calendar, three people visited Third Grandma Qi’s home.

One of them was Huo Yingjun.

Although Huo Yingjun had seen photos of He Tiantian and knew she was very beautiful, he was still somewhat dazzled when he met her in person.

"Hello, I am Huo Yingjun, Huo Yingjie’s cousin," Huo Yingjun introduced himself, "You must be Uncle He and Aunt Wang."

Huo Yingjun bore a slight resemblance to Huo Yingjie, and he produced a photo of himself with Huo Yingjie as proof of his claim.

He Jingyu smiled and said, "Yes, my name is He Jingyu! What brings you here?"

Although Huo Yingjie had briefly mentioned some things during Chinese New Year, it wasn’t official, and He Jingyu didn’t elaborate.

"It’s about Grandma Qi’s matter, let’s talk inside our home," Huo Yingjun suggested, as it was easy for words to leak out with many people around outside.

"Sure, come inside and take a seat," He Jingyu replied with a smile.

Upon seeing this, Third Grandma Qi guessed that they wanted to take her to see her son, her face beaming with a smile.

Knowing that her son was alive and well, Third Grandma Qi was already very grateful.

Now that she could see her son, she would die with no regrets!

Huo Yingjun repeated the purpose of his visit to Third Grandma Qi and briefly mentioned the objective of the trip.

"Alright, I’ll cooperate with your work," Third Grandma Qi said, "I am in good health; anytime is fine for departure!"

"We need to take a train to Guangzhou first, then a ferry to H Port, where there are direct flights to Country M," Huo Yingjun explained, "The journey is quite jarring and arduous, so we should head to the hospital for a comprehensive check-up first."

Third Grandma Qi knew her health was good, but the fastest mode of transportation she had ever taken in her life was a train; she had never been on a plane.

Going to the hospital for a check-up was a good idea!

"Alright, I’ll do as you say," Third Grandma Qi agreed, "I’m just an old lady with bound feet, so I would like to bring my foster granddaughter along for the trip to look after me."

Huo Yingjun looked at He Tiantian and nodded: "That’s fine! Grandma Qi, when can we depart?"

"I’ve been ready for a while now, it’s up to you," Third Grandma Qi said, her heart filled with excitement.

"Sorry for the rush, but we need to rest here for the night and set off early tomorrow," Huo Yingjun explained, as if Third Grandma Qi’s health were poor, they would still need more time to recover.

"Alright!" Third Grandma Qi consented.

That night, Huo Yingjun stayed at Third Grandma Qi’s home.

Knowing that Old Man Qi was in Qijia Village, Huo Yingjun took advantage of the night to visit him.

Old Man Qi looked at Huo Yingjun and thought of Huo Yingjie, feeling envious that Brother Huo had not only two good sons but also two good grandsons!

"This time, you must ensure the safety of my third younger sister and Girl Tian on the road," Old Man Qi instructed, wishing he could accompany them if possible.

However, his identity was very sensitive; even if the locals allowed him to go, the people of Country M would not dare to let him enter their territory.

"I understand, Grandpa Qi," Huo Yingjun said, "Mr. Qi also asked me to send his regards and to thank you for taking care of his mother."

"We’re all one family, it’s nothing," Old Man Qi replied, careful not to inquire too much into the more sensitive details.

But considering the current situation, if ties with the United States could be thawed, it would likely be without any danger.

That evening, He Tiantian packed her luggage, bringing quite a few clothes.

Seeing this, Huo Yingjun smiled and said, "Tiantian, don’t bring too many clothes; we’ll buy some new ones for you and Grandma Qi when we transit in H Port."

After some thought, He Tiantian agreed, realizing their clothes might seem a bit rustic and saying with a smile, "Now that you mention it, I’ve realized our clothes are quite different from those in Country M, so it’s not suitable to bring them. I’ll leave it to you, Brother Yingjun."

Huo Yingjun smiled and replied, "No need to thank me!"