134: Chapter 132 Farewell 134: Chapter 132 Farewell “Right, Shanshan, did you feel like those two just now were not that simple?” Tangyu said.
“What do you mean?” Liu Shanshan looked at Tangyu and said, “Not simple?
Are you saying their identities are notable?
They must be quite wealthy, judging by their looks.
Isn’t that even better?
If they have the capability to support the children, that would be a cause for celebration.”
Tangyu shook his head and said, “What I meant by not simple isn’t about that.
I feel like they have ulterior motives, as if underneath their benevolent appearances, they are hiding something.”
“I’m dizzy, can we not complicate things unnecessarily?
What kind of ulterior motives could they have by wanting to adopt two children?
That’s perfectly normal.
You’re thinking too much!
It’s a good thing,” Liu Shanshan said.
“Maybe I am overthinking it,” Tangyu replied.
“Sister Shanshan, come play with us.”
“Sister Shanshan, come teach us how to jump rope.”
Liu Shanshan smiled and said, “Alright, I’m coming.” Saying this, Liu Shanshan ran towards the children and quickly began playing animatedly with them.
Her demeanor seemed to take her back to her youthful days, radiating a touch of naivety and liveliness.
Those playful moments were indeed beautiful.
Men are always aware of women’s beauty, incessantly.
A beauty, truly, is like a drug, addictive.
Watching Liu Shanshan’s graceful figure, Tangyu felt that if this moment could last forever, he would wish for it.
Suddenly, a figure darted in front of Tangyu.
A hand waved in front of his eyes.
Upon focusing, Tangyu realized it was the oldest girl, Wang Tongtong.
Perhaps he had been too engrossed just now to notice her approaching.
“Hehe, Brother Tangyu, my sister Shanshan is beautiful, isn’t she?” Wang Tongtong wasn’t very restrained with Tangyu.
Tangyu smiled and said, “Yes, very beautiful.”
“Hehe, of course, Sister Shanshan is as beautiful as an immortal, much prettier than those big stars on TV.
But Brother Tangyu, you are also very handsome, and you are a great person.
Everybody likes you a lot, thank you for the gifts.
Brother Tangyu, do you like Sister Shanshan?” Wang Tongtong asked.
“This – not quite yet,” Tangyu found himself at a loss for words suddenly.
There was certainly a liking, but whether it was love, he was not too sure, as he himself lacked experience.
He was just beginning to explore the path of love.
“You’re lying.
You were staring at Sister Shanshan so intently just now; you definitely like her.
Don’t worry, I won’t tell Sister Shanshan.
You and Sister Shanshan are both good people.
I hope you can be together, so I don’t have to worry about Sister Shanshan being bullied in the future.
She really treats us well, we all consider her our sister.
Sigh, I wanted to go work, but the director insists I must wait until I’m an adult.
I really want to grow up fast, so I can work and take care of my younger siblings.
Hehe, I also want to find a boyfriend as nice as Brother Tangyu, so we can take care of this place together,” Wang Tongtong said.
Tangyu smiled, truly a sensible child.
The world indeed has many heart-wrenching aspects, the gap between rich and poor is too vast, those who need social care don’t receive it.
The rich spend on a meal what the poor live on for a year.
Seeing these children, Tangyu also felt a deep sense of empathy.
Indeed, even in beautiful Donglin City, there’s a distinctly sad aspect.
“Don’t worry, everything will get better,” Tangyu said.
“Yes.” Wang Tongtong nodded, showing a strong belief in her clear eyes.
She would probably be a very strong woman when she grew up.
It’s just unfortunate that she’s still a bit too young, otherwise she could be recommended to work at sister Xin’s company to start with a job.
“Dandan, how old are you?” Tangyu asked.
“I turned sixteen recently, but I just turned sixteen,” Wang Tongtong said.
At sixteen she wasn’t really that young, but working at sixteen would still be considered child labor.
“Actually, I wanted to go work and earn money with Sister Shanshan, but I’m not yet eighteen and don’t have an ID card,” Wang Tongtong said with a disappointed look.
Tangyu began to wonder whether he should help her.
Yet, she was still quite young, and if he helped her get a job now, would it really be helping her or harming her?
At sixteen, she should be at school instead.
“What are you two chatting about?” Liu Shanshan suddenly came over.
“Hehe, nothing much, Sister Shanshan, just chatting.
I’ll go play, won’t disturb you two,” Wang Tongtong said with a smile before running off swiftly.
Liu Shanshan shook her head and smiled lightly, “This child, did she talk to you about working?
Sigh, Tongtong really is sensible.
Most of the time, she takes care of the other kids, cooking and washing clothes.
She has been wanting to work and earn money with me for a long time.
She understands quite well, despite not having much education, she is quite smart and knows a lot of things.
She could easily handle a regular job.
It’s just that without an ID card, it’s been impossible.
They say the children of poor households mature early—seeing them often reminds me of my own childhood.
But compared to them, I was much luckier; although I didn’t have parents, I still had grandparents and some relatives.”
“Hehe, then you’re luckier than me.
I didn’t have any relatives either, but I had a master,” Tangyu said.
Speaking of his master, it had been over ten days since he left Ghost Doctor Valley, and he wondered how his master was faring.
“Alright, we are all children of misfortune, but it’s all in the past.
I believe our future will definitely be beautiful, and I hope each of these children will grow up healthy and eventually lead good lives on their own,” Liu Shanshan said.
“Yes, they definitely will,” Tangyu nodded.
Just then, the director and Mr.
Li came out, talking cheerfully.
It seemed that all matters regarding the adoption had been settled.
“Director, we’ll head back now and come by tomorrow morning to pick up Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu.
Xiaozhi, Xiaoyu, we’re leaving now,” Mrs.
Wang said.
“Alright, come tomorrow then.
Today, let Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu say goodbye and pack up their things with everyone,” the director said.
After Mr.
Li and Mrs.
Wang had left, the children once again became lively and boisterous.
Fortunately, Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu were pulled aside by everyone, bombarded with questions.
Seeing this scene, the director also smiled broadly.
“Director, has everything been settled?” Liu Shanshan asked.
The director nodded and said, “Yes, it’s all settled.
Mr.
Li and Mrs.
Wang’s backgrounds are quite clear; they’re businessmen from Donglin City, and their household is reasonably well-off.
They appear to be generous people.
I think they are quite reliable.
I’m also at ease handing Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu over to them.
Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu are of school age already, and if they go with them, they can receive an education, which will help their lives.
I’m truly happy for them.
However, they’re leaving tomorrow, and I’m quite reluctant to let them go.”
“Yes, it’s a great thing that someone is willing to adopt them.
Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu are very sensible.
I believe they will come visit you often,” Liu Shanshan said.
The director shook his head and smiled, “Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu are indeed sensible.
They initially refused to go with Mr.
Li and the others.
I had to persuade them for a while before they agreed.
They also said they would come to visit the orphanage often.
Fortunately, Mr.
Li and the others live permanently in Donglin City, in the North District, which isn’t far from here.”
“That’s true.
You can also visit them in the future, Director.
As long as they’re doing well, that’s what matters,” Liu Shanshan said, also happy for Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu.
“Let’s not talk about this anymore.
Stay here for dinner tonight before you go.
I’ll ask Tongtong to go buy some groceries soon.
Today, let’s consider it a farewell party for Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu,” the director said.
Liu Shanshan was willing, but she still looked at Tangyu for confirmation.
Tangyu smiled and said, “If you want to stay for dinner, stay.
I think I should be fine, but I can’t guarantee if Xin-jie will call asking me to pick her up.”
“Then let’s stay.
I also want to say goodbye to Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu, and it might be hard to see them often after this.
How about this, Director, Tangyu and I will go buy the groceries.
Let’s make a good celebration out of today, since it’s not often we have such good news,” Liu Shanshan said.
“Alright, that works.
But don’t spend too much.
Why don’t you take Tongtong with you?” the director said.
“Alright, don’t worry, Director,” Liu Shanshan said.
Tangyu and Liu Shanshan took Tongtong with them.
Since there was a vegetable market nearby, they didn’t take a car.
“Tangyu, I’ll need to borrow some money from you again,” Liu Shanshan said.
“Why be so formal?
Let me pay this time; don’t be so courteous with me anymore.
Otherwise, I might not come with you next time,” Tangyu said.
Liu Shanshan looked at Tangyu, nodded, and said, “Alright then, thank you.”
“Uh, Shanshan, I really don’t like it when you’re so formal.
It feels too distant and awkward.
I prefer it casual,” Tangyu said.
Tongtong laughed and said, “Exactly, Shanshan-sister, you’re so close to Tangyu, why be so distant?
It feels like you’re strangers.
Just be more casual, especially since you guys will be together in the future.”
Liu Shanshan glared playfully at Wang Dandan, “Silly girl, always talking nonsense.”
“Tongtong, is there a bank nearby?
Take us to the bank,” Tangyu said.
“Yes, there is one near the vegetable market,” Tongtong nodded.
“By the way, Shanshan-sister, do you think those two adopting Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu are reliable?
Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu said they don’t really like them.
If the director hadn’t persuaded them, they wouldn’t have wanted to go with them,” Wang Tongtong suddenly asked.
Liu Shanshan said, “I think they’re quite reliable.
Maybe Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu just don’t want to be separated from you all.
But this is a good thing for them.
They’re still young and should receive an education.
We should be happy for them.
Anyway, those two live in Donglin City.
I’ll go check up on Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu after some time.
If they’re not happy, I’ll just bring them back.”
“Yes, Shanshan-sister, that’s a good plan.
Yes, Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu are both still young and smart.
It would be a pity if they didn’t go to school, and they really want to study,” Tongtong nodded.