Chapter 237

After explaining the relevant matters, Shu Ying and Xie Zhiyan went back together.

When Xiao Xueyi went out, Li Dongfang came to inform him that his mother-in-law was already on her way. By the time she arrived at the station, it would be evening. Shu Ying timed it perfectly and went back to have dinner. Her mother-in-law would arrive in about an hour after dinner.

At the dinner table, Yueyue and Yangyang couldn't see the stone, and the two little ones were extremely concerned.

"Mom, everyone says that Brother Stone has a very serious and contagious illness. When will he get better? Will he be able to go back to school?"

The doctor wouldn't let them get close, and the two little guys could only peek through the crack in the door, but they were too short to see anything. All they could see was the long IV tube stuck in Stone Brother's hand.

Shu Ying picked out the fish bones and put them into the two children's bowls.

"Brother Stone's fever has subsided now. His illness is indeed contagious, but he will recover soon. Once he is fully recovered, he will go to school with you all."

Song Zhaodi served everyone a bowl of soup, her mind still on the child. "Yingying, do you think there's anything that would be good for the child to eat? I'll make it in advance tomorrow so you can take it to the hospital."

Shu Ying glanced at Xie Zhiyan and nodded in agreement, "Okay."

Knowing that Shi Tou was alright, the two children were much relieved and even had a better appetite.

Shu Ying looked at Song Zhaodi, who was busy running around, and pulled her to sit down.

"Sister Song, please sit down and eat too."

Song Zhaodi brought over a bowl and sat down next to the children. Shu Ying asked thoughtfully, "Sister Song, you've been in the capital for a while now. What do you think of our home?"

Shu Ying's words sounded a bit abrupt, and Song Zhaodi felt something was off. Although she didn't know why she would suddenly ask such a question, she still answered truthfully.

"That's wonderful. The family is so happy together. You and Qingqing are both wonderful people. If it weren't for you, I don't know where I would be now."

Song Zhaodi was always grateful to Shu Ying, who gave her a chance to be reborn. If it weren't for Shu Ying's help in dealing with Zhou Dawei, she would still be trapped in her miserable marriage.

Shu Ying put down her chopsticks and asked meaningfully, "Then would you like to be part of our family?"

Song Zhaodi was even more confused. Of course, this was exactly what she wanted, but she thought they were already a family.

"Of course I'm willing, but you're the ones who are at a disadvantage. I don't know anything, and I've been staying with you for a while, causing you a lot of trouble. I don't know how to thank you enough."

If Song Zhaodi was still wary of them on the train, after spending some time together, she had long since come to regard Shuying as family.

Xie Zhiyan added some rice for the children and, unusually, said, "We're all family, no need to be so polite."

Shu Ying looked at her with a smile, but Song Zhaodi felt something was off; the couple clearly had something to say to each other.

She sat up straight, looked at Shu Ying with a puzzled expression, and said bluntly, "Yingying, is something wrong? If you're really having trouble, just tell me. Although I don't know anything, I can still take care of things at home."

In fact, ever since Shu Ying brought the children back, she had felt her gaze frequently falling on her. Song Zhaodi had a premonition, but she didn't dare to ask directly.

Shu Ying looked in Xie Zhiyan's direction and said seriously, "Then let's eat first. There are indeed some things I need to tell you."

Song Zhaodi felt uneasy, and Shu Ying also felt a little regretful. At least she should have finished her meal to avoid making everyone nervous.

Yangyang could tell that the adults had something to say, so he put down his chopsticks after finishing his meal. Shuying looked at the two children gently and said, "Yangyang, you and your sister go upstairs to do your homework first. Dad and Mom have something to say to Aunt Song."

The two little ones cooperated well and rushed upstairs.

When Song Zhaodi was about to clear the dishes, Shu Ying pulled her aside and made her sit on the sofa.

"Sister Song, there's no rush to pack those things. Let's have a heart-to-heart talk."

Seeing Xie Zhiyan sit down as well, Song Zhaodi became even more nervous.

"Yingying, is there any plan for my work going forward? Just tell me, and I'll make sure to accommodate your schedule."

In fact, after Yangyang and Yueyue went to school, all she needed to do at home was prepare three meals a day and do some simple housework. No one would need a nanny forever. Song Zhaodi had long anticipated this day.

Although she hasn't found a suitable job yet, she has learned a lot from Li Qingqing these past two days and has acquired a skill, so at least she won't have to worry about making a living.

“I know I’ve made many mistakes at work. You’ve helped me a lot since I came to Beijing. You’ve been very kind to me.”

No one in this world has an obligation to be good to another person. Even her own biological parents never treated her as a complete person. Shu Ying and Xie Zhiyan gave her dignity and respect, and she was already very content.

"When Ding Rumei was here a while ago, Yangyang was almost hurt because of my carelessness, and it also implicated you. But you didn't blame me. I am very grateful to you and Chief Xie for taking me in during this time."

She hadn't received much formal education and didn't know how to express herself, so she could only do more. These days, Shu Ying and Xie Zhiyan had been accommodating her in every way, and it was her good fortune to meet such good people.

Shu Ying was confused at first, but later she realized that Song Zhaodi probably thought she was being asked to leave. Realizing that her expression was indeed a bit serious, her expression immediately softened.

"Sister Song, it's not what you think. Actually, you've helped me a lot. If it weren't for you taking care of my child, I wouldn't be able to do many things. I've long considered you my own sister."

Shu Ying held her hand tightly. "I've seen everything you've done for this family. I know you're doing it for my and the children's good. You can stay here without worry. That room is yours."

Even if it really was a misunderstanding, Song Zhaodi's work attitude was perfectly fine. She needs a place to live now, and this home is the most suitable.

Xie Zhiyan didn't know how to start the conversation. Shu Ying sighed, straightened her collar, and then slowly said, "There's something very important that I should have told you a long time ago, but because Zhiyan and I didn't have any evidence, and we were worried that we'd be disappointed and it would make everyone feel awkward, we didn't say anything."