Chapter 184 The Villagers Were Informed

Leng Feng stood quietly not far away, his gaze fixed on the family.

Each of them wore a happy and contented smile, and they always considered the other's needs.

This warm and harmonious scene stirred a strong sense of envy in Leng Feng's heart.

Because Leng Feng was an orphan since childhood, he spent his entire childhood in an orphanage and never experienced the warmth and security that a family brings.

He could only watch from afar, filled with envy, as such a strong atmosphere of family affection surrounded him.

"Alright, we need to hurry! We need to get to town to catch the bus soon, or we'll miss it." Leng Feng checked the time and urged them on.

Hearing Leng Feng's words, Shen Zishan instructed, "Son, be careful on the road, and remember to write home when you get there."

Shen Xiaoxiao also held tightly to Shen Xiaochuan's clothes, her eyes full of reluctance: "Brother, you must stay safe and sound."

Shen Xiaochuan nodded vigorously, then turned around, slung his bulging backpack over his shoulder, and earnestly instructed his parents and younger sister, "Mom and Dad, little sister, I'm off now!"

"Take good care of yourselves at home. If you encounter any difficulties or anything happens, send me a telegram immediately." With that, he strode towards the door.

Shen Xiaoxiao and her parents followed her all the way to the door, watching Shen Xiaochuan get on the old bicycle that Leng Feng rode over.

Watching the figure gradually disappear into the distance, until the small black dot disappeared at the end of the road, Shen Xiaoxiao and her family of three slowly turned around and returned home.

As soon as she entered the door, Shen Xiaoxiao noticed that her mother, Ma Aning, had tears welling up in her eyes and were streaming down her cheeks.

She quickly stepped forward, gently wiping away the tears from her mother's eyes, and comforted her, "Mom, don't be sad. You still have me. I will take good care of you and Dad."

Hearing her daughter's comforting words, Ma Aning forced a smile, but her voice was still slightly choked up: "Silly child, Mom is fine."

"It's just that your brother has never left our side since he was a child. Now that he's going on a long trip, we might not see each other for several years. I always feel empty inside."

Shen Zishan's eyes were also red, but he still forced himself to be cheerful. "Alright, Aning, let's go to work! Take care of yourselves and don't let your son worry."

"Okay, I'll go wash my face first. I can't go out and see people like this," Ma Aning replied, and then walked towards the kitchen.

Soon after, the sound of running water came from the kitchen.

Ma Aning stood in front of the pool, carefully washing her face.

The cold water stimulated her skin, giving her a refreshing feeling.

After washing up, she dried her face with a towel and prepared to go to work, looking refreshed.

Sitting in the living room, Shen Xiaoxiao couldn't help but speak up and say, "Dad! You've already taken leave, why don't you stay home and rest a bit more? You can go back to work this afternoon if you want."

Her eyes were full of concern; she really didn't want to see her parents working so hard.

Shen Zishan smiled and shook his head, saying slowly, "Daughter, we've been doing this job for so many years, we're used to it."

"If we were to stay at home all day doing nothing, we would feel uncomfortable and wouldn't know what to do with our hands and feet."

Hearing her father's words, Shen Xiaoxiao felt a pang of sadness, but she still pretended to be cheerful and said coquettishly, "Oh, even so, I still hope you can take care of your health."

"I only have one small request: if you feel tired, please don't force yourself to go to work. Our family doesn't need those few work points to earn money."

Looking at his daughter's adorable appearance, Shen Zishan's heart softened, and he quickly agreed, "Okay, okay, Dad will listen to you and will definitely not overwork myself."

As they were talking, Ma Aning came out of the room.

Shen Zishan waved to his wife and said with a smile, "Let's go! Aning, let's go to work together."

Then, he turned to Shen Xiaoxiao and said, "My dear daughter, if you feel tired, just stay home and rest."

Before she finished speaking, the two walked out of the house together, leaving Shen Xiaoxiao watching their departing figures.