The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 582 - 551 Zhou Dao, overslept, set off_1

Chapter 582: Chapter 551 Zhou Dao, overslept, set off_1

They had just gotten married a day ago; there was no need to be so... so thorough, right?

Huo Yingjie placed He Tiantian’s clothes under the covers, softly saying, "Let them warm up before you put them on!"

He Tiantian swallowed her saliva and said, "Okay then!"

"Hehe!" Huo Yingjie chuckled, kissed He Tiantian’s forehead, and then turned to leave.

When Huo Yingjie got up, the first thing he did was to greet his elders.

Huo Zhekun quietly scolded Huo Yingjie, who just chuckled and said nothing back, looking every bit the foolish newlywed.

Noticing that the water vat was empty, Huo Yingjie took a shoulder pole and went to the spring to fetch water.

With his strong build, Huo Yingjie used large buckets and, after a few trips, had filled the big vat with water.

Because Huo Yingjie was so diligent, Wang Shuping was even more pleased.

Encouraged by his wife, He Jingyu adjusted his mood.

By the time He Tiantian came out, everyone was in great spirits.

After freshening up and brewing tea, He Tiantian respectfully offered tea to Third Grandma Qi, her parents, and her in-laws.

There were some vegetables left from yesterday; today they made a pot of mixed stew with them for lunch.

In the afternoon, they began packing their luggage to follow Huo Zhekun and Wang Shuping to Nan City.

Wang Shuping, unable to hide her reluctance, her eyes reddening, helped her daughter pack and said, "Tiantian, now that you’re married, you must live well with Yingjie. Be filial to your in-laws, respect your husband, and don’t..."

Listening to her mother’s earnest admonitions, He Tiantian felt touched and happy, yet also bittersweet, and said softly, "Mom, don’t worry. Once I get to Nan City, Yanjing, I’ll come back as soon as possible before you have a brother or sister."

"Actually... actually there’s no need to rush!" Wang Shuping said one thing, but her heart seemed to say another; she hoped her daughter could stay by her side. Yet she worried that if her daughter acted willfully, regardless of her in-laws’ feelings, it might cause family conflicts.

"Hehe," He Tiantian laughed, "Don’t worry, I’m still classified as a ’sent-down youth,’ eh? I still have to work in Qijia Village! Before I prepare for the university exams, I don’t plan on moving anywhere else. As for Brother Yingjie, if he can bear to be apart from me, then he can just stay in Nan City!"

He Tiantian shrugged her shoulders, appearing utterly fearless.

Seeing this, Wang Shuping twisted her daughter’s ear and whispered reprimandingly, "You remember this, you’re now someone’s daughter-in-law, not the little girl you used to be. Although you must have your own opinions, you can’t disregard others’ feelings completely. It’s great that you and Yingjie have a deep relationship, but you can’t just squander and abuse it; otherwise, even the deepest feelings can be ruined."

"Mom, I’m not a kid anymore. I understand," He Tiantian replied softly, "I didn’t say that without reason. Firstly, after the brother or sister turns one year old, you all will be going abroad, and I want to spend time with you. Secondly, Brother Yingjie isn’t working right now, so it’s better for us to review and prepare for the university entrance exams together. Thirdly, newlyweds should, along with Qijia Village’s tradition of having twins—Aunt Jiang will agree."

"Just one day after getting married, and you’re already so shameless," Wang Shuping tapped her daughter’s head. "That’s your mother-in-law now, you should call her ’Mom,’ don’t call her the wrong name. As for moving to Qijia Village, don’t mention it; let Yingjie and your mother-in-law discuss it."

He Tiantian nodded and said, "Yep, the plan is to accompany you for this year. After you go abroad, I’ll have plenty of time to spend with them."

Thinking about it, Wang Shuping felt that Jiang Lifang wouldn’t object.

Realizing that her daughter would come back to be with her before long made Wang Shuping happy, and she stopped crying.

He Tiantian had planned to return, so she didn’t bring much with her, but winter clothes are bulky, and she still had a large bagful.

He Jingyu found Qi Shuming to help with the ox cart, to see Huo Zhekun and his family off.

Along the way, everyone happily chatted, but it was obvious that He Jingyu was reluctant to part.

Arriving at the train station, Niu Dajun helped them deal with the train tickets.

Pulling his daughter to one side, He Jingyu whispered a few personal words, "Tiantian, although the Huo Family and our He Family are on good terms, and the Huo Family has power and influence, you’re Dad’s good daughter, the treasure of the He Family. If anyone in the Huo Family bullies you, tell Dad. I might not have the ability to take revenge, but I will certainly take you away. We won’t live with them."

Moved, He Tiantian felt that no matter what, she was the most important person in her father’s heart, and said, "Dad, I’ll remember that, I have my own family. If my in-laws treat me poorly, I’ll come back."

"Mm, good, remember what I said," laughed He Jingyu. "Actually, marriage is like a pair of clean shoes, it’s all about how you wear them. If by chance it gets a little dust, just wipe it, and it’s still good to wear; but if you step in dog poop, just throw them away, replace them with a new pair."

"Haha!" laughed He Tiantian, "Dad, that’s a really good analogy."

He Jingyu smiled and said, "Anyway, that’s the idea, as long as you understand. You don’t need to worry about your mother’s side. Marriage life requires effort from both people. You’re a smart child, Dad believes you can manage your own life well."

"Mm!" He Tiantian nodded, "Dad, you and Mom take care of yourselves, I’ll come back as soon as I can."

Niu Dajun got the tickets, they still had an hour before the train departure, and then the group went to Niu Lili’s place to have a meal before boarding the train.

As they said their farewells, He Tiantian’s eyes reddened, and she fought back tears.

Moreover... Moreover... sniffle...

As the train started, He Tiantian looked through the train window at her father on the platform, waving goodbye.

At that moment, He Tiantian noticed that her father’s eyes were also red, as he frequently wiped tears away with his sleeve.

The train sped up, flinging the scenery behind it and leaving the image of her father behind as well.

Feeling somewhat downcast, He Tiantian sat quietly by herself.

Huo Yingjie sat beside He Tiantian, gently embracing his newlywed wife, letting her lean in his embrace.

By his actions, Huo Yingjie wanted to tell He Tiantian that besides a father’s shoulders and back, there was also the warmth of a husband’s chest.

Huo Zhekun and Jiang Lifang understood Tiantian’s feelings about leaving her family home, so they did not speak, but sat quietly waiting.

Fortunately, He Tiantian wasn’t a sentimental woman, and after feeling upset for a while, she managed to calm herself down.

This is life, experiencing its myriad flavors through repeated farewells and reunions.

After leaving the train station, Niu Dajun insisted that He Jingyu and Qi Shuming stay at his house for a night instead of traveling back in the dark; they could return after having a meal the next day.

The icy, snowy conditions made night travel unsafe.

If his father-in-law knew he hadn’t insisted on their staying, he would certainly be scolded the next time he visited Qijia Village.