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"Oh, no way! I'm just happy to help others, and I came back specifically to try your cooking!"
"Uncle Dong and Aunt Song Qian, how can they compare to your cooking skills!"
Indeed, who can resist flattery!
Fang Yifan's praise hit the mark perfectly, making Fang Yuan a little smug and start bragging!
"That's right, and I'm not bragging, but with my cooking skills, if I were to become a head chef, I'd probably earn at least a million a year!"
Fang Yifan's lips twitched. Good heavens, how did you develop such a thick skin!
I used to think I was shameless enough, but now it seems I was still a bit naive.
Moreover, I guess my shamelessness was inherited from him.
Of course, all of this was just Fang Yifan's internal monologue; he certainly couldn't say it aloud.
His face was filled with adoration!
"That's right, 467, you're practically an actor who was blocked by lawyers and didn't become a great chef!"
"???" Fang Yuan didn't understand either, but that didn't stop him from understanding that this was a compliment: "That's right, I'm so talented, I feel it's a bit unfair to myself, how can there be such a perfect person as me!"
Suddenly, Fang Yuan changed the subject: "Next time you sneak a bite, destroy all the evidence!"
"???"
Fang Yifan looked a little confused. What are you talking about?
But then I thought, why is Fang Yuan inexplicably eating for me?
He touched his lips to his mouth, and sure enough, there was a bit of grease!
Fang Yifan gave an awkward laugh and remained silent.
Fang Yuan patted Fang Yifan on the shoulder and called out, "Fang Yifan, go wash your hands and get ready to eat!"
Fang Yifan nodded, feeling a huge weight lifted off his shoulders. Just then, he finished changing his clothes and shoes!
Then I just greased my feet and ran to the bathroom!
Then I washed my hands and face, dried them, and came out!
They must have been waiting for me. I only saw that Lin Leier had already been called out and was sitting there!
Fang Yifan skipped over and glanced at the dining table!
"Wow! It smells so good! What did you make today?!"
There were seven or eight dishes laid out there!
Tong Wenjie glanced at him, ignored Fang Yifan, and smiled.
"Alright, I have a few words to say before dinner today!"
"Okay, clap!" Before Tong Wenjie could finish speaking, she saw Fang Yifan there, suddenly shouted, and then clapped her hands loudly!
Tong Wenjie squinted and glanced at Fang Yifan!
Fang Yifan felt a chill run through him, then chuckled!
"Hehe, I was just trying to ease the tension, don't be so nervous while eating!"
Tong Wenjie knew that Fang Yifan was always a mischievous guy, so she didn't bother to settle scores with him!
"In the blink of an eye, this semester is almost over. Time really flies!"
"Although it's only been a few months, we've been through so much: moving, unemployment, quitting your job, starting a business, achieving financial freedom, and your achievements are soaring!"
At this point, Tong Wenjie took a breath and smiled.
"No matter what, our family's life is moving in a better direction!"
Suddenly, Tong Wenjie shifted her gaze to Lin Leier.
"I remember a few months ago, when I brought Lei'er here, he was a bit dull. Now he seems more cheerful and his grades are good too!"
"Your mother's wish and your goal are getting closer and closer, and this winter camp is a great opportunity, possibly even leading to special admission or lower scores!"
At this point, Tong Wenjie suddenly smiled with relief!
"However, even if he doesn't get this opportunity, Lei'er's grades are good enough to get him into Tsinghua University!"
"Go for it, Lei'er!"
At this moment, Lin Leier's eyes were already filled with tears.
Although he rarely spoke, he understood how good his aunt was to him.
Even though he's practically a dead father, he hasn't made a single phone call since I arrived!
Suddenly, he stood up, looked at Tong Wenjie, and said:
"Thank you, Aunt, Uncle, and Cousin!"
"Before, after my mother left, I felt like my world was about to collapse!"
"And my dad, haha, he was already with someone else not long after I started dating him. I just had a place to stay, and my living expenses were covered by my scholarship!"
Lin Leier said, his voice carrying a hint of disdain!
Fang Yifan and Tong Wenjie also disliked Lin Leier's father, as he failed to fulfill any of his responsibilities as a father!
"That period was the darkest time of my life; I even thought about it!"
After saying this, he paused slightly and then looked out the window.
"Maybe jumping off the building would be a relief, less tiring, less painful, and I could be with my mother again?"
As soon as Lin Leier finished speaking, Tong Wenjie said in a tearful voice:
"Lei'er, you must not think like that. You are still young, and you also have your mother's hopes on your shoulders, do you know that?"
"Besides, even if your father doesn't care about you, you still have us, and we are your family too!"
After hearing Lin Leier's words, Tong Wenjie felt a real sense of fear!
She originally thought that Lin Leier's dull appearance was simply because he was a "bookworm".
Looking back now, it was very likely depression.
Moreover, Tong Wenjie was also somewhat relieved that she had insisted on bringing Lin Leier along at that time!
Lin Leier nodded with a smile on his face!
"Yes, thank you, Auntie. I know you're all good to me; we're family!"
"During that time, the sun suddenly appeared, and that was when my aunt brought me to the capital!"
"My cousin took care of me at school, and my aunt's husband cooked some delicious meals and was very caring towards me!"
"Most importantly, my aunt helped me so much. She was the reason I survived. It was during that time that I rekindled my will to live!"
To be honest, Fang Yifan felt a little embarrassed after hearing this, even though he had taken some care of her.
But at that time, my mind was mainly on Qiao Yingzi, so I didn't care much about Lin Leier!
Suddenly, Lin Leier bowed deeply to Tong Wenjie and then said earnestly:
"Auntie, thank you!"
The voice was solemn and serious!
It seems that this sentence contains a tremendous amount of power.
At this moment, Tong Wenjie was already sobbing uncontrollably!
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"Lei'er, why are you thanking me? No matter what, this is always your home, and we are your family!"
Fang Yuan, who was standing to the side, also spoke up and nodded: "That's right, that's right, my mom is your family. Don't think about those unhappy things anymore, Lei'er!"
Although Fang Yuan was initially opposed, he grew to like Lin Leier quite a bit as they spent time together.
After hearing what was said today, Fang Yuan felt even more sorry for him!
Fang Yifan also reached out and gently patted him on the shoulder—without saying a word!
At this point, Tong Wenjie was already sobbing uncontrollably!
Her tears flowed slowly, and her voice was choked with sobs.
"Lei'er, please don't thank your aunt, thank us instead, okay?"
"We're all family. As long as you're happy and joyful in the future, your aunt will be happy!"
"And you're not allowed to have any more suicidal thoughts, understand?"
"If you're feeling down and don't want to talk to me, just talk to Fang Yifan. He's fine, and since he's carefree, he'll definitely cheer you up!"
Fang Yifan's face darkened upon hearing this.
Goodness, Mom, your words are so insightful! I couldn't even tell whether you were praising me or scolding me!
Fang Yifan shook his head. Never mind, let's just say he's praising himself.
"Lei'er, if you're ever unhappy, just tell me!"
He thumped his chest loudly, looking very confident.
Lin Leier turned his head, glanced at the two of them, and then nodded seriously!
"Okay, I understand. I won't have those thoughts again!"
Her lips were slightly upturned, and although tears were streaming down her face, you could still tell she was happy!
"Okay, that's good!"
Tong Wenjie looked at Lin Leier, tears still streaming down her face!
After glancing at it twice, Fang Yifan finally couldn't help but speak up!
"Okay, okay, Mom, stop crying. You're so happy today, people will think we had a fight!"
"Get lost!" Tong Wenjie laughed and scolded Fang Yifan for his grinning face.
But I really managed to hold back my tears!