Shang Rongrong patted her shoulder and replied with a smile, "Mm."
After returning, the two helped Zhang Miaomiao prepare lunch. Shen Chunhua also came to help. She was a straightforward person with a loud voice, and wherever she was, her laughter could be heard from miles away.
Just as she was talking about Shen Xiaoshu still wetting the bed at the age of nine, Xiao Yi and the others returned.
Xiao Yi and Xi En were fine. They usually exercised, and as they disliked using stunt doubles for filming, their stamina was naturally sufficient. Situ and Lin Zhuonan, as singers, also relied on exercise to train their breath, so this labor was not difficult for them.
Only Wai Shao, Mikoy, and the staff were struggling, almost crawling back along the village path.
"They're back!"
Xia Wei Liang was the first to greet Xiao Yi, taking his things to wash his hands, then handing him a towel to wipe his face, followed by water.
Xiao Yi looked up at her, his eyes filled with undisguised smiles.
Since the two were officially announced, they were no longer "undocumented," and there was nothing to hide.
With her openness, Xiao Yi was naturally pleased.
Xi En glanced in their direction, then calmly withdrew his gaze, taking the towel offered by a staff member.
"Oh, oh, it has to be our Yi Shen. Isn't there anyone to care about me? I've been working all morning, and my back is sore and my body aches." Mikoy was unhappy seeing the two flaunt their affection. He sat aside like an abandoned puppy, looking extremely pathetic.
Xia Wei Liang chuckled. Just as she was about to go comfort him, someone grabbed her arm and pulled her behind. "I'll go check."
Then, Xiao Yi walked over with a smile. "Where does it hurt?"
Mikoy's expression changed when he saw his demeanor. He kept retreating, saying, "It doesn't hurt anymore!"
"Don't be like that. Let me take a look. What if there are some after-effects?"
"Oh, it's really fine! Why don't you believe me?"
Xiao Yi raised an eyebrow, stepped forward, and grabbed his shoulder. "Is it here? Come, let me take a look..."
"Ah! I said it's not necessary! You, why don't you understand... Ah! It hurts, it hurts..."
Mikoy's screams were pitiful, making everyone laugh uncontrollably.
After lunch was served, everyone gathered around the table. There was no distinction between guests and staff anymore. Everyone was tired and hungry, and with Zhang Miaomiao's cooking, no one cared about the cameras!
"Eat slowly, there's plenty more."
Seeing how much everyone liked her cooking, Zhang Miaomiao finally showed a pleased smile. This was more fulfilling to her than any achievement she had gained from the cameras!
Xiao Yi felt a slight stomachache and didn't eat much for lunch. Xia Wei Liang was also annoyed by Chen Zhi and her mother-in-law, so she only ate a few bites before putting down her chopsticks.
Xiao Yi looked up at her, then reached out his hand to her.
Xia Wei Liang understood. She avoided everyone's gaze and quietly took his hand. The two went outside.
"What's wrong?" He stared at her face. Without her saying anything, he could guess most of what had happened. "Did you go to see Mei Mei's mother? Was it not smooth?"
Xia Wei Liang frowned and told him about the morning's events. "...I always thought it was Chen Zhi's problem, but now it seems... it really is her problem!" She said indignantly, "Her mother-in-law is indeed very formidable and doesn't allow Mei Mei to enter the Liu family. These are all objective facts. But what did she do in the meantime? She just watched idly, saying she couldn't do anything... Heh, I think she's even more detestable!"