Chapter 526: Chapter 526: Heading to Zhonghai

Ni Qingyao was overcome with joy and choked up, "Xiaorou, did you hear that? Xiaoxiao is finally okay. I just knew someone as obedient and sensible as her would never leave me."

"Mom, don’t get too emotional. You need to take care of yourself because you’ll need to look after Xiaoxiao from now on."

Yang Rou gently consoled her, worried that Ni Qingyao might suddenly faint.

Both of them had been too exhausted lately, and Ni Qingyao was not only physically tired but also in a constant state of emotional tension, pushing her body to its limits.

"I’m fine, I’m just too happy. We don’t have to live in fear anymore."

Ni Qingyao was full of joy and gratitude as she looked at Yang Cheng.

"Xiaochen, I really don’t know how to thank you. Without you, Xiaoxiao might not be here anymore. I know you’ve done a lot to find the herbs..."

Her voice choked up, and Yang Cheng interrupted her gently, "We are family. Saying thank you would be too formal."

"You’re right, we’re family. So when will Xiaoxiao be able to wake up?"

Ni Qingyao pressed her lips together, wanting to say more but ultimately holding it back.

Noticing her hesitation, Yang Cheng immediately explained, "Aunty Ni, regarding what happened last night, I’d like to explain. Xiaoxiao had an excess of physical strength and medicinal effects. If not released, it would affect her future ability to conceive. So I had no choice but to help her relieve it."

The meaning of "relieve" was all too clear, and Ni Qingyao blushed.

She hadn’t been sleeping well lately, and with Yang Xiao’s loud cries, it was impossible not to hear.

At this moment, Yang Xiao’s voice came from inside the room: "Mom, don’t blame Brother Chen. It was my choice." 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"Xiaoxiao, you’re awake!"

Ni Qingyao was full of surprise and quickly rushed into the room.

The young girl was wearing a thin nightgown, with ambiguous red marks on her chest and neck, and a hint of emotion in her eyes.

Being experienced, Ni Qingyao could tell at a glance how intense the events of last night were, marking Yang Xiao’s transformation from a girl into a woman.

"Mom, Sister, Brother Chen did what he did to save me, otherwise I might never have been able to get pregnant. Don’t blame him, blame me. I seduced him."

Yang Xiao grabbed their hands, quickly explaining.

She especially looked at Yang Rou, worried her sister would resent her for taking her man, since she and Yang Cheng had been involved before.

"Xiaoxiao, don’t say that about yourself. No one blames you. As long as you’re safe, Mom and I are relieved."

Yang Rou gently comforted her, pinching her soft cheek.

Seeing her sister wasn’t angry, Yang Xiao breathed a sigh of relief, smiled brightly, and said coyly, "Sister, you’re the best."

Ni Qingyao sighed. Now both daughters were with Yang Cheng, and there was nothing she could do to stop it. As long as the sisters didn’t fall out with each other, she’d be content.

"I have to return to Zhonghai soon. Xiaoxiao’s condition is stable, but you need to take care of her patiently. For now, don’t move her around. Stay here for a few more days before moving back."

Yang Cheng spoke slowly, handing a piece of paper to Yang Rou.

"Sister Rou, this is the medicinal dosage and some precautions. Starting today, Xiaoxiao needs to drink the herbal decoction twice a day. I’ll decide when to stop after I return and check her pulse."

"Okay, don’t worry."

Yang Rou knew he had to rush back to Zhonghai and felt a little uneasy.

She had always known Kong Lingwen was attractive, but didn’t realize how stunning she’d be once dressed as a woman. Even she, a woman, couldn’t help being moved, let alone Yang Cheng.

To attend the Kong family patriarch’s birthday banquet, Yang Cheng hurried off without rest, clearly showing true feelings for her.

Seeing Yang Cheng was about to leave, Cheng Ruonan quickly stepped forward, holding his arm, "Yang Cheng, I’ll go with you."

"How about I go too? After all, it’s the Kong family. I’m familiar and can help you."

Cheng Qiyue immediately chimed in.

For a moment, all the women’s eyes were on him, but he shook his head, "It’s inconvenient to take you to Zhonghai this time. Stay in Peach Blossom County and help protect my family. Of course, you can also use this time to investigate your matters."

Yang Cheng knew they were searching for the killer of their parents but had never found a clue over the years. Yet they never gave up.

But he was too busy to help, so he had to let them investigate on their own for now.

Their eyes showed disappointment, and Cheng Ruonan grasped his hand, looking resentful, "You scoundrel, now that you have a new love, you’re abandoning me. You won’t let me go because you’re afraid I’ll interfere with your affairs!"

"What are you saying! I’m going to attend the patriarch’s birthday banquet; it’s not appropriate to take you. I’ll be back in a couple of days. I haven’t forgotten my promise to you."

Yang Cheng lowered his head and winked at Cheng Ruonan.

"You’re so annoying!"

Cheng Ruonan raised her little fist and playfully hit his chest, her cheeks slightly flushed, remembering their three-day passionate encounter making her knees weak.

"Ahem... Xiaochen, it’s getting late. You’d better head out early. Once you arrive, you can rest easy."

Ni Qingyao interrupted their flirtation with a comment, unable to suppress her inner grumble.

This rascal, how many women is he going to mess with before he stops!

Yang Cheng smiled sheepishly, went to the bathroom for a quick shower, changed his clothes, and then drove off to Zhonghai.

...

At Kong Lingwen’s home in Zhonghai.

Qin Shuhui saw Kong Lingwen holding her phone early in the morning and couldn’t help teasing, "Didn’t Xiaochen say he’ll return today? Look at you, like you’ve lost your soul."

"Grandma, what are you talking about! I’m just thinking about work!"

Kong Lingwen’s cheeks were slightly flushed, but she couldn’t deny that she was indeed eagerly waiting for Yang Cheng to return.

Initially, she only agreed with Yang Cheng because she was worried about Yang Rou’s safety, but over time, she became captivated, unable to discern her true feelings.

"I’ve been through this. You sit here with a worried face one moment, then secretly smile the next. If you’re not thinking about a man, what are you doing?"

Qin Shuhui directly exposed her feelings, making Kong Lingwen’s face turn bright red.

"Grandma!"

Kong Lingwen spoke with a plaintive tone, her cheeks burning, wishing she could find a hole to hide in.

"Alright! Grandma won’t say any more. I just wanted to ask, how far have you and Xiaochen progressed? You’re not young anymore. At your age, your mother was already out buying soy sauce, time to discuss marriage plans."

Qin Shuhui asked with a smile, her eyes full of hope.

"Tomorrow is Grandpa’s birthday, and I’ll take him to meet Dad and Grandpa at the event."

Kong Lingwen spoke, her gaze becoming a bit complicated.

After hesitating a moment, she asked, "Grandpa, Grandma, would you like to attend the birthday banquet tomorrow?"