Rebirth in 1986: Unforgettable Regrets

Chapter 833: Chapter 833: Eating Together

"Mom, he definitely can. With his grades, getting into the medical school in Jing City is absolutely no problem." Tang Yue reassured confidently.

Zhang Hualian was comforted by Tang Yue’s confident words and calm demeanor.

"Mom, when Xiao Jun comes over, he can stay in the guest room in the east wing, right across from your room. If the four of them come, two people per bed will fit perfectly." Tang Yue changed the subject, trying to keep the conversation light. She happily said, "Mom, once Xiao Jun finishes his exams, he can come to Jing City, and then our family can be reunited."

"I’ve already cleaned the room thoroughly, just missing some blankets. It’s the hot season right now, so I was thinking of buying a couple more blankets when the time comes, and that’ll be enough." Zhang Hualian mentioned Tang Jun’s plan to come to Jing City, her expression filled with joy.

Due to Tang Yue’s pregnancy, for them to accompany her to Jing City was inherently unfair to Tang Jun. Before, when they asked Tang Zhengde to return, Tang Jun insisted he was grown up and didn’t need anyone to take care of him.

"Xiao Jun likes to eat dumplings. When the time comes, let’s make plenty of dumplings for him, and he’ll be overjoyed." Speaking of dumplings, Zhang Hualian then asked, "By the way, Si Yu seems to have not come back for half a month. Where has he gone?"

"Mom, he’s gone to inspect the branch offices." Tang Yue also felt quite helpless about this. There are too many branches, so he has to run around. Besides, Pinganda is different from Uncle’s garment factory. Uncle only needs to manage the clothes in the factory, handle shipping, and see if the stores need any help, without having to run around constantly.

Meng Si Yu is different. While Pinganda is gradually stabilizing, there are still many things awaiting Meng Si Yu’s attention.

"Sigh."

Zhang Hualian sighed, looking at her daughter with such a big belly. Naturally, as a mother, she felt a pang of heartache. She said, "Xiao Yue, if he’s often not at home in the future..."

"Mom, even when he’s not home, I can take good care of myself." Tang Yue interrupted her, saying, "Moreover, when we got married, we already knew it would be like this. However, such situations are rare. Most of the time, he’s in Jing City. Once the company stabilizes further, he’ll be permanently based in Jing City."

"Mom, I don’t feel the least bit tired." Tang Yue smiled. Although sometimes she might feel lonely at night, more often, she felt happy.

The door suddenly made a noise. Tang Yue thought it was her father, Tang Zhengde, coming back. Turning her head, she realized it was Meng Si Yu, who hadn’t been home for a long time.

"Si Yu." There was a gleam of surprise in Tang Yue’s eyes. She wanted to stand up, but her increasingly heavy body made standing and sitting difficult.

"Mom, Xiao Yue, I’m back."

Meng Si Yu strode forward, carrying a thermal container in his hand. He placed the container aside and sat next to her. As he opened it, he said, "I know you must be hungry, so I specially went to Dad’s shop and brought back some dumplings."

"Smells so good." Tang Yue, looking at the steaming dumplings and smelling the delicious aroma, felt a warmth in her heart.

"They are chive and pork dumplings, your favorite."

Meng Si Yu took the dumplings out into a bowl and placed them in front of Tang Yue.

Even though he hadn’t been back for half a month, there was no sense of unfamiliarity.

Zhang Hualian sat to the side, watching Meng Si Yu take care of her daughter so thoroughly. Inspired by Tang Yue’s earlier words, she understood that a woman ought to be grateful for finding a husband like Meng Si Yu, who loved her dearly. If he treated Xiao Yue poorly, he’d be annoying even if he were home every day.

Zhang Hualian quietly returned to her room, giving space to the young couple.

"Mom, are you going to sleep?" Tang Yue called out to Zhang Hualian.

Zhang Hualian nodded and suggested she return to her room to rest after eating, reassuring her that even sitting on the bed, awake, was more comfortable.

"Is it good?" Meng Si Yu stared intently at her. Having not seen her for a long time, he missed her to the point where it hurt. Seeing now that her belly had grown even bigger, his heart ached even more.

"Mm."

Tang Yue’s favorite was chive dumplings. She filled a dumpling with a spoon and brought it to his mouth, saying, "Eat together."

Her eyes shone with joy, her sweet smile brighter than the peach blossoms of March.

"Okay."

Meng Si Yu opened his mouth. The hot dumpling and his beloved wife in front of him made his tired heart feel instantly rejuvenated.

A bowl of dumplings mostly ended up in Tang Yue’s belly, with the rest being eaten by Meng Si Yu.

Since Meng Si Yu’s return, Tang Yue hardly needed to walk anywhere; she was carried back to their room.

"Wife, let me massage your legs." Meng Si Yu hadn’t massaged her legs in a long time; at night, he always worried she would wake up with a leg cramp.

"While you were away, I didn’t have any cramps."

Tang Yue teased, "It’s definitely because you massaged my legs well before. I haven’t had cramps in a long time."

"Good to hear." As Meng Si Yu lifted her skirt, he noticed her swollen legs.

Nervously, Tang Yue explained, "I’m pregnant with twins. Legs get swollen in the later stages, but you don’t need to worry."

"Besides, it just makes my legs look a bit chubby, but I don’t feel any discomfort."

Seeing Meng Si Yu’s worried face, Tang Yue quickly reassured him. Finally, she realized that even though her legs were swollen, it seemed like it was Meng Si Yu who was feeling the discomfort.

That night, Tang Yue slept very comfortably. Except for waking once to use the restroom, she would have been even more relaxed.

With Meng Si Yu at home, Tang Yue no longer worried about getting up at night, as Meng Si Yu was even more anxious than she was.

Meng Si Yu’s embrace was very warm. After becoming pregnant, Tang Yue loved to lean against him, feeling his body heat gave her a great sense of security.

"You two have to behave, don’t cause trouble for your mom."

"If you misbehave, I’ll spank you."

Meng Si Yu placed his hand on Tang Yue’s belly, speaking softly, worried he might wake her. The two little ones seemed to respond to him, moving even through the belly.

Lightly caressing her belly, Meng Si Yu watched Tang Yue. Seeing her drowsily turn over, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.

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"Si Yu left early this morning. He made millet porridge for you, and it’s still hot." Zhang Hualian said with a smile. In her heart, Meng Si Yu was the perfect son-in-law, aside from being busy with work and not often home.

"Mom, have you eaten?" Tang Yue asked.

"I have." Zhang Hualian said while bringing Tang Yue her millet porridge from the kitchen, reminding her to walk carefully.

’Knock, knock.’

Jin Yan came over with a load of clothes. Every time she came, she looked as if she were on a business trip, pushing a large box and taking out piece after piece of clothing.

"Oh right, these clothes you mentioned before for Lian Qingyang are ready." Jin Yan took out the two outfits separately, saying, "How about you give me an address, and I’ll deliver them for you today."