The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 904 - 873: Understanding, Becoming Stronger

Chapter 904: Chapter 873: Understanding, Becoming Stronger

Seeing his stepfather like this, Zhou Yuanchao could no longer ask him to leave.

During the night, Zhou Yuanchao was in so much pain that he couldn’t sleep. His stepfather, Amur, distressed, called for a nurse, who said it was normal pain.

"Ah Bu, I’m fine, I can bear it," Zhou Yuanchao comforted his stepfather in return. This honest and reliable man had taught him to be strong. He could endure it.

Amur, feeling his pain, whispered softly, "Yuanchao, don’t be afraid, don’t be afraid, Ah Bu is here with you, things will get better soon. When I was little, I was bitten by a wolf, and it hurt a lot. I couldn’t sleep at night either, but Eji sang to me, and I will sing to you, okay?"

"Yes, that would be nice," Zhou Yuanchao nodded, "but keep your voice down, there are other patients next door."

Pleased that his stepson liked the idea, Amur nodded and said, "Okay, I’ll keep it low..."

Afterwards, a soothing, distant song began to emerge from Amur’s mouth as he hummed...

Zhou Yuanchao had heard this kind of tune before; it had accompanied him through many days and nights when he was younger.

Such tunes, as if they could cleanse the soul and alleviate pain, brought a smile to his face, and he slowly fell asleep.

Only after his stepson had fallen asleep did Amur slowly stop, covered him properly with a blanket, and then lay down on an adjacent empty bed.

At the door, Huo Yingjie and He Tiantian stood for a while and didn’t go in.

Earlier, after hearing Amur’s voice, they thought something had happened to Zhou Yuanchao, but upon arriving and asking the nurse who said everything was fine, and hearing the singing inside, they didn’t go in.

They didn’t want to disturb the deep bond between father and son.

Back in their room, He Tiantian whispered, "Having such a stepfather is his luck, so it’s no wonder Zhou Yuanchao has such a good personality."

"Yes, not his own by birth, but more than real by heart," Huo Yingjie replied. "Tomorrow when I am discharged, I’ll leave Xie Wu here to care for Yuanchao, and I’ll recuperate at home. I don’t need two people watching over me."

"Alright," Huo Yingjie said, "By the way, Tiantian, you’re almost on vacation, aren’t you?"

As He Tiantian helped Huo Yingjie lie down, kissing his forehead, she said, "Yes, the day after tomorrow I have exams, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. I’ll take the exam papers home for marking, submit the grades, and then I can have a vacation. I’ll stay at home and keep you company."

"You are really good," Huo Yingjie pulled He Tiantian’s hand and kissed it, "This incident made me realize a lot. I can’t just go with the flow like before; I have to seize more power, so no one dares mess with me and my family, friends."

"Okay, whatever decision you make, I support you," He Tiantian said with a smile, "You’re still my unbeatable Brother Yingjie in my eyes. Whatever you want to do, you will surely achieve it."

"Thank you," Huo Yingjie smiled, pulling back the blanket, "Come here."

"No, it wouldn’t be good if I pressed on you," He Tiantian shook her head, "There’s another bed over there. I’d better just sleep there."

"Really not coming over?" Huo Yingjie looked pitiful, "I miss you..."

"This is a hospital, you can’t just do whatever you want," He Tiantian blushed and scolded, "It’s late, you should sleep now."

"Actually, I just want to hold you..."

"Yeah right..." He Tiantian turned away from Huo Yingjie, "Go to sleep!"

Even now, he couldn’t just behave!

No one knows a husband like his wife!

Huo Yingjie really did have some mischief in mind!

The next day, Huo Yingjie was discharged from the hospital and he entrusted Zhou Yuanchao to Xie Wu’s care.

"Yuanchao, I’m leaving Xie Wu with you. He will take care of you," Huo Yingjie said gravely, "Rest well, and I hope to see you celebrating the New Year at home!"

"I will, Boss," Zhou Yuanchao replied with a smile, "I’ve always been in good health."

"Uncle Amur, if you need anything, you can talk to Xie Wu," Huo Yingjie said, bowing to the old man.

Amur chuckled heartily, "I wanted to make a roasted whole lamb, but I can’t do it now. Next year, when I have time, I will definitely make it."

"Thank you, Uncle," Huo Yingjie smiled, "Let’s talk about everything after Yuanchao gets better. Then, we can also have a bonfire party."

"Mm-hmm," Amur liked Huo Yingjie very much and patted his shoulder, "Yuanchao is lucky to have a brother like you."

"You flatter me, Uncle," Huo Yingjie said modestly, "Having a brother like Yuanchao is also my honor, truly, I’m fortunate in this lifetime! As long as I’m here, I will protect him every day and won’t let anyone bully him."

"Thank you," Amur had heard from his stepson that this big brother was a distinguished young genius who was loyal and a good friend to have."

In a lifetime, one doesn’t need many friends, but having a close friend is enough.

Huo Yingjie was discharged, and Zhang Ning drove the car while He Tiantian helped him get in.

Upon arriving home, He Tiantian helped Huo Yingjie out of the car.

Old Master Huo and Old Madam Huo were all there in the yard, and Huo Ruihua and Huo Ruimin hadn’t seen their father for several days, thinking he was away on a trip.

Now seeing their father return home but being assisted by Mom.

Seeing the two little ones running over, He Tiantian quickly said, "Dad is ill, he can’t lift you up right now. Once Dad is better, he’ll take you flying, okay?"

Huo Ruimin and Huo Ruihua stopped not far from their dad, their large eyes looking at him leaning on a crutch.

"Fine, Dad, what’s hurting?" Huo Ruimin asked, wanting to comfort him, but not knowing how, frowning deeply.

Huo Yingjie laughed and said, "Dad just fell down accidentally and hurt his leg. It will get better soon, then I will hold Ruimin and Ruihua."

"Oh," Huo Ruimin nodded, "Dad must have not seen the road surface and fell down. Does it hurt? Shall Ruimin blow it better for you?"

"It doesn’t hurt anymore," Huo Yingjie laughed, "It’s cold outside; shall we go inside now?"

Huo Ruihua stepped forward, helping his dad, "Dad, I’ll support you."

"Okay!" Huo Yingjie laughed.

The family went inside, and He Tiantian changed Huo Yingjie into his home winter pajamas and seated him in a chair.

"Grandfather, Grandmother, Yingjie, Uncle, Aunt, you sit first, I’ll go check the kitchen," He Tiantian smiled. Today, with so many people at home, they would definitely need to make more food.

Fortunately, the Old Guo couple, seeing that there was less housework in the winter, started helping out with cooking.

Sister-in-law Guo was good at cooking, and during this time, they were a significant help to Grandma Wang in looking after the children.

"Yingjie, with the results out, do you see some things clearer now?" Old Master Huo asked, hoping his grandson would understand that being in this position, one can’t remain detached without fighting for fame and profit.

After hearing this, Huo Yingjie nodded and said earnestly, "I understand, Grandfather. Only by becoming stronger can we command respect. Therefore, I will become even stronger."