PFC Chapter 549 It seems she really likes him.
Chapter 549 It seems she really likes him.
Hearing Chen Zhiming's answers, Li Xiangyang nodded in satisfaction.
These answers were all very honest and sincere, without any flowery words.
“One last question,” Li Xiangyang looked Chen Zhiming in the eyes, “Do you know about my Xiaohua’s background?”
“I know a little,” Chen Zhiming nodded. “Xiaohua said her father passed away when she was very young, and you and her mother raised her. You have a deep gratitude for her upbringing.”
"Do you know why she was able to go to university and why she was able to get a job in the county?"
Chen Zhiming was taken aback, clearly not expecting this question.
Li Xiaohua wanted to explain, but Li Xiangyang stopped her.
"I don't know the specifics," Chen Zhiming said honestly, "but I think it must be the result of Xiaohua's own hard work."
“Not entirely,” Li Xiangyang said slowly. “Her success today is half due to her own hard work and half because I, as her older brother, have worked hard enough to ensure she has no worries about food, clothing, or other trivial matters.”
Chen Zhiming's expression turned serious: "Brother Li, I understand what you mean. Don't worry, I will absolutely not let Xiaohua suffer any injustice."
“That’s what they say, but doing it is another matter.” Li Xiangyang stood up. “Xiao Chen, you can go back now. I need to talk to Xiao Hua alone.”
Chen Zhiming nodded, and took his leave amidst Li Xiaohua's comforting gaze.
Watching Chen Zhiming's figure disappear at the coffee shop entrance, Li Xiaohua couldn't help but ask, "Brother, what do you think of him?"
"He's a good person," Li Xiangyang said, taking a sip of tea. "Honest and sincere, at least he didn't give me unrealistic answers when I asked what to do if I encountered difficulties."
Li Xiaohua's eyes lit up: "So you agree?"
"Don't rush things," Li Xiangyang waved his hand. "I need to observe him further. How about this, you two start dating normally, and I'll visit his home in a while."
"How long will that take?"
“At least three months.” Li Xiangyang looked at his sister. “Xiaohua, I’m not trying to make things difficult for you, but I want to make sure you can be happy. You’re my only sister, and I can’t watch you marry the wrong person.”
Li Xiaohua nodded: "I know, brother. You're doing this for my own good."
On the way back, Li Xiaohua was very excited and kept talking about Chen Zhiming's good qualities.
Li Xiangyang listened as he drove, his heart filled with mixed emotions.
In his past life, he was too busy pursuing Su Yan and neglected his younger sister, which ultimately led to her death from malnutrition.
In this life, he devoted all his efforts to raising his younger sister, watching her grow from a frail little girl into a well-educated and sensible young woman.
Before I knew it, I was at the age to get married.
Although he was reluctant, Li Xiangyang knew that this was inevitable.
Xiaohua has grown up and has the right to pursue her own happiness.
As her older brother, he had to be careful to protect her.
"Brother, what are you thinking about?" Li Xiaohua noticed Li Xiangyang's silence.
"It's nothing, I just feel like my little Hua has grown up." Li Xiangyang smiled. "Don't worry, if Chen Zhiming is really suitable for you, I won't stand in your way."
"Thank you, brother!" Li Xiaohua happily hugged Li Xiangyang's arm.
"Stop messing around, I'm still driving," Li Xiangyang said, pretending to be angry.
The brother and sister chatted and laughed, and soon returned to Xiaoliang Village.
During dinner that evening, Li Xiaoyun asked about the day's events.
“That Xiao Chen seems alright,” Li Xiangyang briefly stated his impression, “but we still need to observe him further.”
"I think that's good enough," Li Xiaoyun said. "Xiaohua isn't a little kid anymore; we can't keep putting it off."
"No rush, let's wait and see." Li Xiangyang picked up a piece of food and put it on his son's plate. "Xiaohua's marriage is a big deal, we can't be careless."
Li Wangchen asked curiously, "Dad, is Auntie getting married?"
"Maybe." Li Xiangyang patted his son's head. "Then you'll have an uncle."
At night, Li Xiangyang and Li Xiaoyun chatted in bed.
"Do you really think Chen Zhiming is suitable?" Li Xiaoyun asked.
"Well..." Li Xiangyang pondered for a moment, "From what I've seen today, this person seems honest and doesn't seem to have any bad intentions. His family's financial situation is average, but his character shouldn't be bad. Besides, this is ultimately Xiaohua's own business; it's better to guide than to suppress."
"Even if he's a complete scumbag, I, as his brother, can't directly oppose him. Wouldn't that create a Romeo and Juliet effect, making both of them focus entirely on overcoming obstacles and directly giving the other an advantage?"
Hearing him say that, Li Xiaoyun became even more worried: "So, is this Chen Zhiming any good?"
"Whether it's okay or not..." Li Xiangyang smiled, "But they've already been officially allowed to date, right? Trust Xiaohua's judgment."
"What you're saying makes me even more uncertain," Li Xiaoyun rolled her eyes at her husband. "Why don't you just ask Xiaohua and see what she thinks?"
"No need to ask, just look at how happy she is today," Li Xiangyang shook his head. "Xiaohua likes this person, there's no doubt about that."
The next morning, Li Xiangyang had just gotten up and finished washing up when he heard a knock on the door in the yard.
When they opened the door, they saw Wang Ergou standing outside, looking excited.
"Xiangyang, I have good news for you!" Wang Ergou said in a low voice, "Last night, Ma Hongxia told me she's pregnant!"
Li Xiangyang was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter: "That's really good news! Congratulations! You're going to be a father again!"
"Hehe, that's why I came to tell you as soon as possible." Wang Ergou scratched his head. "But Hongxia said we can't tell anyone for the first three months, in case something unexpected happens."
"Of course," Li Xiangyang nodded. "Then you must take good care of Hongxia and make sure she doesn't get tired."
"I know, I know." Wang Ergou nodded repeatedly. "By the way, I heard Xiaohua has a boyfriend?"
"We just met yesterday," Li Xiangyang briefly explained the situation.
"That's great!" Wang Ergou said happily. "We're both lucky people; our families are all settled."
As they were talking, Li Xiaohua came out of the house and greeted Wang Ergou somewhat shyly when she saw him there.
"Xiaohua, I heard you have a boyfriend?" Wang Ergou asked casually.
Li Xiaohua blushed: "Brother Ergou, don't talk nonsense."
"Haha, shy!" Wang Ergou laughed. "When is that kid coming over? I'd like to meet him too."
Seeing Li Xiaohua with her head down, face flushed, and not saying a word, Wang Ergou immediately wiped the smile off his face and said seriously, "Goodness, it seems she really likes him."
"Brother Er Gou..." Li Xiaohua was even more embarrassed.
“Since you really like her, then Brother Er Gou will have to give you a good feel for it,” Wang Er Gou said, patting his chest. “Don’t worry, I have quite a few friends in the county, so finding someone is easy for me.”