Chapter 225 Everyone is fighting to pamper her
Chapter 225 Everyone is fighting to pamper her
Xia Songlan's return brought more laughter and joy to their big family.
Everyone kept asking her about her well-being, and the two little guys were completely like dog-skin plasters, sticking to Xia Songlan.
Xia Songlan found that both children had grown taller and stronger. She could easily hold them together before, but now it was a bit difficult.
Ning Ziqing held up his award certificate and showed it to Xia Songlan, "Mom, mom, I got so many awards, some from the kindergarten and some from the district."
Ning Tianya also pulled Xia Songlan's clothes and said, "Mom, you are so beautiful. I can play ten songs now.
I even performed at a kindergarten party.”
Xia Songlan's nose felt sore and she shed tears for the first time since she returned home.
Zhou Sangning also wiped away tears, "It's good that you're back. Aren't we reunited? Why are you crying? This is a happy thing."
Grandma's voice was a little choked up. "Hurry up and sit down to eat. You must be tired after sitting on the plane for such a long time. Eat something first and rest early later."
Everyone rushed to sit next to Xia Songlan, and even Ning Jingmo secretly squeezed towards her.
But Ning Jingmo couldn't resist the fact that grandma and Zhou Sangning kept pulling Xia Songlan's arms, and in the end he was squeezed to the opposite side of Xia Songlan.
Although he was far away and couldn't pick up some food for Xia Songlan, he was satisfied just by looking up and seeing the person he was thinking about.
There were relatives at the table, and Grandpa raised his glass, "Today we are gathered together to celebrate the return of Xia Songlan. Cheers."
After putting down their wine glasses, everyone took a few bites of the food.
Grandma Liu raised her glass again, "Songlan welcomes you back home, you are the pride of our family."
Xia Songlan had just exchanged greetings with Grandma Liu, and only now remembered that she had not seen Liu Qingqing today.
After she drank the red wine in the glass, she asked, "Grandma Liu, where is Uncle Qingqing?"
Grandma Liu smiled with satisfaction and said, "Qingqing was sent to school by the hospital for further studies. She was told that she wanted to get a certificate, which would be more beneficial for her future work.
She was also very happy to hear that you were coming back, but she is now participating in practical activities with the school and is not in Beijing.
When she comes back in a while, I will let her come to see you."
Xia Songlan waved her hands hurriedly, "No need, Grandma Liu, let Uncle Qingqing do the work. Anyway, I can stay at home for nearly two months this time, so there is no need to leave in a hurry.
Uncle, this study opportunity is rare, so let her focus on studying. You can meet me anytime."
The family talked and laughed, and there was always endless topics to talk about.
Grandpa and Xia Sumu kept asking Xia Songlan about her studies and work in Country M.
Grandma and Zhou Sangning kept picking up vegetables for Xia Songlan.
Grandma said disdainfully: "Don't ask so many questions, let Songlan eat more. The child has been abroad for so long without good food or clothes, and has lost a lot of weight.
We can talk later if we have anything to say. Let the child eat in peace now."
Xia Songlan hurriedly explained, "Grandma, I really haven't lost any weight at all. I'm even two kilograms heavier than before I left."
Zhou Sangning stared at her in disbelief and looked her over carefully. "How can she be fat? Her cheeks have shrunk and she's not as pretty as before."
Xia Songlan thought, "This is really my real mother. In order to make me eat more, she said that I am not pretty anymore."
But I didn't dare to refute and could only try my best to eat the food in my bowl.
After dinner, without much conversation, Ning Jingmo suggested taking Xia Songlan back home.
Grandma suggested, "Why don't you stay here today? I've cleaned the room and the sheets and quilts are all new."
Zhou Sangning stopped her, "Mom, let them go back. It's more comfortable to sleep in their own home."
As she spoke, she winked at her grandmother in a very subtle way.
Although grandma didn't fully understand it, she didn't force it anymore.
So Ning Jingmo took Xia Songlan and the children, said goodbye to everyone and returned to their home in the compound.
I haven't stepped into the compound for half a year. When I first came in, it felt more and more familiar.
On the way, I met Sister Zhang and a few others. They had not gone back to rest yet and were enjoying the cool air under the street lights.
When they saw Xia Songlan, they all came forward happily.
Sister Wang smiled and said, "Hey, Songlan, you're back? You've become more and more beautiful."
She was holding a baby of several months old in her arms, with a bright and happy smile on her face, and some happy fat on her body that she had not lost.
Xia Songlan smiled and said, "Congratulations, Sister Wang. Boy? Girl? It's been more than three months, right?"
When she left, Sister Wang had one month left before her due date, so it was almost time.
Sister Wang smiled and raised her arm, deliberately exposing the part of the little one that could best identify his gender.
Xia Songlan took a glance and Ning Jingmo quickly covered Ning Tianya's eyes.
Xia Songlan smiled and congratulated, "Oh, it's a boy, that's great. Sister Wang, I finally got what I wanted."
He quickly reached into his pocket, but he didn't have a penny.
Ning Jingmo reacted quickly, took out ten yuan from his pocket and handed it to Xia Songlan, who took it and stuffed it into Sister Wang.
"Sister Wang, I don't have any gifts prepared. This is a gift for the child. Please don't despise it."
"Hey, Songlan, why are you so polite? The child is already so big, why should I give him a gift?"
Xia Songlan still insisted on putting it in her hand.
Sister Zhang and Sister Zhao also came over at this time.
Ning Ziqing has been playing with Sister Zhang’s two younger sons.
Ning Tianya tugged at Ning Jingmo's hand and said, "Dad, I want to play with my brothers, too."
Ning Jingmo rubbed her furry little head and said, "Go ahead, and be careful."
Sister Zhang pulled Xia Songlan and looked her up and down, "Wow, she's really beautiful. I'm just a woman. If I were a man, I would have to steal Jing Mo's girl."
Several women burst into laughter instantly.
Ning Jingmo was very familiar with them, so he didn't get angry. He smiled and said, "Sister-in-law, even if you become a man, you may not be as handsome as me."
Sister Zhao joked, "You know what, Jing Mo is the most handsome guy in our compound."
Sister Zhang said: "The one from the Song family..."
She had just said half of her words when Sister Zhao pulled her arm.
Everyone knows that the Ning family and the Song family are not on good terms. The Song family now has no place to stand in the compound and moved out of the compound years ago.
Xia Songlan and Ning Jingmo pretended not to hear and continued talking to them with a smile.
After chatting for a while, Ning Jingmo took Xia Songlan home.
Xia Songlan originally wanted to ask the two children to go back with her, but Ning Ziqing and the others wanted to play with the children for a while longer.
Ning Jingmo was relieved, "Then you can play for a while and go home by yourselves."
Then he took Xia Songlan back.
Sister Zhang exclaimed in admiration behind them, "Look at what a great couple they are. Songlan can go abroad while still attending university.
I heard from my husband that Jing Mo is going to be promoted again."
Sister Zhao also nodded. "I also heard from my husband that he might be sent to a local army this time. He will probably be able to return after a few years of training..."
She made a gesture and everyone understood.
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