Chapter 150 Returning to the Orphanage
Chapter 150 Returning to the Orphanage
In the past, Song Yafei was willing to come to the orphanage with me, but I always sensed a hint of reluctance in her actions.
This time, I was surprised that she bought a lot of things for the children, and I was very grateful.
When I turned around to look for her, I happened to see her handing toys to children with the staff.
And it was rare to see a genuine smile on her face.
I haven't seen her so simple in many years; this is something I never expected.
My stopping caught Hu Mei's attention. She walked towards me and wiped the sweat dripping from her temples.
Hu Mei smiled at me and asked, "You've made up?"
This is the second time I've heard someone say this today. Is it really that obvious?
I lowered my gaze and prepared to continue moving things.
Hu Mei exposed me, "You've already moved everything out, what are you busy with all this time?"
I then noticed that all the fruits and vegetables had been moved, and everyone was ready to wash their hands.
Hu Mei asked me very seriously, "Have you two made up again?"
"Not yet," I answered truthfully.
Hu Mei frowned. "Not yet. Does that mean you want to reconcile?"
I don't know how to answer, because matters of the heart are truly difficult for me to explain.
"Sister Mei, I don't want to hide it from you. I'm willing to give us another chance."
My words immediately changed Hu Mei's expression. "Have you forgotten all the hurt you suffered before? And didn't you already want to divorce her?"
I looked over at Song Yafei, who was still playing with the children. When she noticed my gaze, she looked at me too.
"Feelings are complicated and hard to explain. It's a matter of mutual debt, and the misunderstandings are difficult to articulate and should not be shared with outsiders."
"Don't worry about my affairs. I'll handle it."
Hu Mei looked incredulous, as if she wanted to say something, but Song Yafei had already come to my side and intimately linked arms with me.
She chuckled and looked at me. "What are you talking about?"
When Song Yafei came over, Hu Mei's face immediately darkened, but she quickly transformed into a fawning smile as if by magic.
“We were talking about how someone as busy as President Song has time to come to the orphanage.”
Song Yafei responded to Hu Mei with a forced smile.
“This is where Zhang Tian grew up, and I am also an investor in the orphanage, so I am essentially a member of the orphanage.”
"Whether it's going back to your own home or accompanying Zhang Tian back for a visit, isn't this a natural thing to do?"
"Really? Why weren't you so attentive before?" Hu Mei said dismissively.
“Miss Hu Mei, it’s been several years since you’ve returned to China. Isn’t it obvious who has returned less often?”
Listening to their endless arguments, I couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.
I can't afford to offend either of them.
I looked at Liu Liu and gestured for Song Yafei to go over and check on them, so as to weaken their fighting power.
But the two of them were locked in a contest. When Song Yafei saw my signal, she chose to ignore it and stared straight at Hu Mei.
Hu Mei glared back at her defiantly.
I can't argue with anyone, and I can't afford to offend anyone.
I couldn't be bothered to talk nonsense with them, and given the tense atmosphere, I took the initiative to escape.
Liu Liu was surrounded by children, and he stayed there very well. The children were also willing to tease him.
The early autumn sun shone on the children, casting a golden glow; their smiling faces were the most beautiful sight at that moment.
I sat on the side watching the children play, and turned to look at Song Yafei and Hu Mei with some concern.
Just then, I saw the director walk up to them. With the director there, they probably wouldn't cause a scene.
I felt at ease and played with the children.
Soon after, Song Yafei and Hu Mei joined our team.
The children had a great time playing with the toys that Song Yafei brought, toys they rarely saw.
The dean stood beside us, beaming with joy. She mentioned Xu Hu and Lin Qiuran.
"Why didn't Lin Qiuran and Xu Hu come this time? Their absence has halved the excitement."
My heart skipped a beat. Lin Qiuran was still undergoing rehabilitation, so naturally she was staying in the sanatorium.
However, the hospital director had only been discharged from the hospital not long ago, and I didn't want to worry her, so I didn't know how to respond.
Seeing my hesitation, Song Yafei, who was standing next to the dean, quickly explained.
"There's been a lot going on lately. Lin Qiuran has been sent out on assignment and won't be back for a while."
Even Song Yafei said so, so the dean had no reason not to believe it.
After playing for a while, someone came over to call everyone to eat. The headmistress clapped her hands, and the children immediately looked at her.
The headmistress raised her voice, "Children, put away your toys, wash your hands, and it's time to eat."
Without hesitation, the children quickly packed up, and after they had all gone inside, we helped the headmistress into the restaurant.
After dinner, Song Yafei went upstairs to the restroom, and Hu Mei took the opportunity to pull me to the corner of the wall.
I looked at her, puzzled. "Sister Mei, what are you doing?"
Hu Mei got straight to the point, "Zhang Tian, I know you and Song Yafei are having a very bad time together. You've suffered a lot of torment and grievances. Weren't you already determined to get a divorce? Why has it turned out like this?"
"Is she threatening you again with the director's wife and the orphanage? This isn't the first time she's done something like this."
So that's why!
Because of what happened before, the people around me have a lot of opinions about Song Yafei.
I can understand Hu Mei; she doesn't want me to get hurt again, but she also can't stand seeing Song Yi being misunderstood repeatedly.
"Sister Mei, this time it really isn't. This is a decision I've made after careful consideration."
“I know that in your eyes Song Yafei is completely wrong, but I love her and I want to give us both another chance. You're overthinking it.”
Even though I said that, Hu Mei still muttered something under her breath with some concern.
"Who knows what she's up to this time? After all, it's easy for these powerful CEOs to do whatever they want, and with previous examples, who can trust them?"
I am very grateful that Sister Mei still cares about me as before, but this time it is my own choice, and the outcome will not be worse than it is now.
"Okay, don't worry. The headmistress just said that what she's worried about right now is when Xu Hu and you will find boyfriends?"
Just now at the table, the dean's mother started urging me to get married.
Hu Mei suddenly slapped me on the shoulder. "You're teasing me now. You'll have to wait if you want a brother-in-law. But these days, it's not so easy to find someone you truly cherish."
We went back to the courtyard together. Song Yafei seemed to be looking for me, and came over as soon as she saw me.
However, when he saw me with Hu Mei, his eyes were filled with vigilance.
"President Song, there's no need to be so nervous. After all, we're like siblings who grew up together. Is it really necessary?"
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