activa-t Chapter 101 Taking a Family Photo
Chapter 101 Taking a Family Photo
Su Yingxue was not asleep.
She secretly opened her eyes a crack and looked at Tan Zhengchu.
Tan Zhengchu was intently staring at the computer screen, his fingers rapidly tapping on the keyboard.
His focused work ethic made him even more charming.
Sunlight streamed through the window, casting a golden silhouette on him, like a beautiful painting.
A smile appeared on Su Yingxue's lips, and her heart felt warm. The fear brought by those nightmares seemed to be dispelled by this warmth.
She quietly looked at Tan Zhengchu, and before she knew it, she fell asleep in this warm and reassuring atmosphere, with a faint smile on her face.
School was over, and the doorbell rang.
A moment later, the door opened, and seven children rushed in like a flock of happy little birds.
They tiptoed toward Su Yingxue's room, their eyes filled with worry.
Qibao walked at the front, holding a bunch of wildflowers she had picked by the roadside in her little hands.
Although the flowers were somewhat haphazard, they were full of childlike innocence.
She gently pushed open the door and whispered, "Mommy, we've come to see you. These are the flowers I picked for you. I spent a long time choosing them. I hope you like them and get better soon."
As she spoke, she placed the wildflowers beside Su Yingxue's pillow, staring at Su Yingxue with unwavering anticipation in her eyes.
Da Bao walked steadily to the bedside, reached out and touched Su Yingxue's hand, and said softly, "Mommy, how are you feeling? We've been thinking about you at school. You need to take good care of yourself and don't worry about us. We're all very good."
Erbao looked at Su Yingxue with concern, his brows furrowing slightly: "Mommy, you must be feeling very uncomfortable when you're sick, right? If you're in pain or feeling unwell, you must tell us. We're all grown up now and can take care of you."
Sanbao tugged at the corner of Su Yingxue's blanket and shook it: "Mommy, you have to get better soon. Today, the teacher taught us a new nursery rhyme. When you get better, I'll sing it for you. It's so nice!"
Sibao leaned close to Su Yingxue's ear and said in a childish voice, "Mommy, you need to drink more water so you can get better faster. I drank a lot of water at school today and I didn't get sick. You should be like me too!"
Wu Bao hugged his little schoolbag, rummaged through it, and took out a drawing he had made. He handed it to Su Yingxue: "Mommy, this is a drawing of our family. Look, when you get better, we'll be happy just like in the drawing. You have to get better soon!"
Liu Bao stood by the bed, her eyes red, as if she was holding back tears: "Mommy, you have no idea how worried we were when you were sick. You must get better soon, and we will protect you from now on and never let you get sick again."
Su Yingxue was awakened by the children's voices.
She slowly opened her eyes and saw the children standing safely in front of her, and tears immediately welled up in her eyes.
She reached out to touch the children's heads, her voice choked with emotion, and said, "My darlings, you're all back. That's wonderful. Mommy's alright. Seeing that you're all safe and sound puts my mind at ease."
Qibao placed the wildflowers beside Su Yingxue's pillow and said with a smile, "Mommy, these are the flowers I picked for you. I hope you get better soon and become as beautiful as these flowers."
Su Yingxue looked at the children, her heart filled with emotion.
She knew that these were her most precious treasures, the most important things in her life.
At that moment, the last trace of worry in her heart was completely put to rest.
The whole room was filled with a warm and cozy atmosphere.
After watching Su Yingxue fall into a deep sleep, Tan Zhengchu tiptoed to the villa next door owned by Old Mrs. Tan.
As soon as I opened the door, I saw Grandma Tan sitting on the sofa, holding a snow-white kitten in her arms.
The kitten was fluffy, with eyes like two sapphires; it was incredibly cute.
Tan Zhengchu frowned, his face full of dissatisfaction: "Grandma, why are you raising cats again? Have you forgotten that you have asthma? This fur is bad for your health."
Grandma Tan gently stroked the kitten and said with a smile, "These are the kittens that Qibao and the other kids wanted to keep. How could I refuse? Didn't you see the expectant look in their eyes?"
Tan Zhengchu sighed helplessly; he knew in his heart that this matter would not be easy to handle.
After all, Su Yingxue had never allowed her seven children to keep pets, for fear that it would affect their studies.
But given the current situation... it seems the only option is to secretly leave the kitten with Grandma Tan.
Grandma Tan looked at the kitten with eyes full of love and tenderness: "This little guy is so cute, we must take good care of him."
After saying that, she turned to the maid and instructed her, "You must take good care of this kitten, prepare the most comfortable little bed for it, and the best cat food."
The maid nodded quickly: "Yes, madam."
Tan Zhengchu walked to Grandma Tan's side, squatted down, and held her hand: "Grandma, you're not in good health, you must take good care of yourself. When you have time, take those seven little devils out to play more often, they're all looking forward to it."
Grandma Tan patted Tan Zhengchu's hand: "I know, don't worry about me, I know what I'm doing."
Then, with concern in her eyes, she asked, "How is Yingxue? Is she feeling any better?"
Tan Zhengchu frowned slightly: "She caught a chill after the accident at sea and is still recovering."
Upon hearing this, Grandma Tan was somewhat worried: "This won't do, she needs to take good care of herself. I think we should let Yingxue stay at home for a few more days to properly recuperate, so she doesn't develop any chronic illness."
Not long after, the family doctor arrived and gave Su Yingxue a thorough medical examination.
After the examination, the doctor said with a serious expression, "Mrs. Tan has qi and blood deficiency and needs proper treatment."
Tan Zhengchu asked anxiously, "What should we do? Is there any way?"
The doctor nodded: "You can use dietary therapy; eat more foods that nourish qi and blood."
Grandma Tan listened from the side, her face also full of worry: "We must make sure Yingxue's health is restored."
Grandma Tan came to Su Yingxue's room and, seeing her weak state, said with heartache, "Yingxue, just focus on getting better and don't worry about anything else. Feiyang Group isn't in a rush; your health is the most important thing."
Su Yingxue smiled slightly: "Thank you, Grandma, I understand."
Grandma Tan sat by the bed and comforted Su Yingxue, saying, "Yingxue, sometimes the concepts of life in a wealthy family are different from those outside, but we all want what's best for you. We will respect your wishes, so just focus on getting better."
With tears of gratitude welling up in Su Yingxue's eyes, she said, "Grandma, I know you're doing this for my own good, and I'm truly grateful to you."
After Su Yingxue felt a little better, she watched TV series with Grandma Tan in the living room.
A period drama was playing on the TV.
Grandma Tan watched with great interest, occasionally commenting, "This drama is quite well made; the costumes and scenes really have an ancient feel to them."
Su Yingxue replied with a smile, "Yes, Grandma, the production quality of period dramas is getting better and better these days."
Grandma Tan suddenly exclaimed excitedly, "You know what? I really love these period costumes; they have such a unique charm."
Su Yingxue asked curiously, "Grandma, you have such a hobby?"
Grandma Tan nodded: "Of course, I also have a lot of photos in period costumes."
Su Yingxue's eyes lit up: "Really? I really want to see."
Grandma Tan said with a smile, "We don't have a family photo yet."
How about we take a family photo in traditional Chinese costumes sometime?
Su Yingxue agreed without hesitation: "Great idea, Grandma!"
The two smiled at each other, and the room was filled with a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.