Chapter 146: Chapter 144: First Fetal Movement

Wang Xinxin hadn’t seen Chen Zhengnian since the last time he’d driven her home in the rain.

She heard from someone that he was away on a mission and wouldn’t be back for a long time.

When her friends at the commune saw her asking about Chen Zhengnian, they laughed and teased her.

“Weren’t you the one who told me you didn’t care about him at all? But from what I can see, our dear Xinxin is quite taken with him. You haven’t actually developed a crush, have you?”

Her friend nudged Wang Xinxin with her hand, and Wang Xinxin’s face immediately flushed bright red.

“Lili, what are you talking about? He’s a brigade commander, and I’m just a minor employee at the commune. How could I ever get involved with someone like him?”

Although she said she didn’t care, her every word revealed that she actually cared a great deal.

Wang Xinxin didn’t know what was wrong with her.

When she recalled his sincere apology in the car that day, Wang Xinxin felt a tightness in her chest.

’They had already cleared the air, so why do I still find myself thinking about it unconsciously?’

’Could it be just as my friend said? Do I really have feelings for him?’

At this thought, Wang Xinxin quickly shook her head.

’No, no way. There’s such a big age gap between us. Besides, our statuses don’t match, and he also has that young female cousin of his tagging along.’

Wang Xinxin tried to shake off the ridiculous idea, but only she knew the truth in her heart.

Sometimes, the very answer you try hardest to push away and refuse to admit is, in fact, the truth.

These past few days, Su Tang had been busy teaching Lu Xiao first aid. She was putting in a lot of effort for that Butterfly brand sewing machine.

Of course, Lu Xiao was a very diligent student. He had a photographic memory; he learned everything after being taught just once and never needed a second lesson.

Su Tang was very gratified, feeling she was just one step away from that Butterfly brand sewing machine.

As her pregnancy progressed, the hospital allowed her to only come in for surgeries; otherwise, she just had to work a two-hour shift.

She had to admit, this level of compassionate care made her think of her time in the modern era.

’Things weren’t this good back then. No wonder everyone wants to return to this era.’

With the extra free time, Su Tang could naturally break down what she knew into simpler terms that even a layman like Lu Xiao could understand.

One day, she was in her room writing when she suddenly heard a noisy argument break out outside.

She walked out of her room and happened to run into Mr. Lu, who was just returning from outside.

“Dad, what’s going on outside? Why is it so noisy?”

Su Tang asked, and Mr. Lu explained.

“It’s your neighbors, Aunt Zhang and Aunt Wang. They’re arguing.”

“Aren’t Aunt Zhang and Aunt Wang usually on good terms? How could they get into a fight?”

Su Tang found it a bit hard to understand.

Ever since she arrived, she had gotten along quite harmoniously with everyone.

There were never any major disputes among the neighbors; everyone was friendly and peaceful. This was the first time she had ever heard them argue.

“It’s about a plot of land that’s going to be allocated to us. That’s what they’re fighting about.”

Mr. Lu truly was the know-it-all of the family courtyard; he had an answer ready the moment Su Tang finished her question.

“Allocated? What land are they allocating?”

Su Tang grew more and more confused listening to Mr. Lu.

“They say a vegetable plot is going to be allocated to our area. Now everyone is fighting for a spot.”

“If you get an extra piece of land, you can grow your own vegetables. Not only can you be self-sufficient, but you can also sell some. No matter how you look at it, it’s a surefire deal. That’s exactly why your Aunt Zhang and Aunt Wang are fighting.”

Actually, the higher-ups had good intentions. After all, if this land could be partitioned off, it must not have any other use for now.

But they hadn’t expected it would cause the people in the family courtyard to start fighting.

Su Tang had originally wanted to go out and see the commotion, but after hearing Mr. Lu’s explanation, she changed her mind. ’It’s better to stay out of it,’ she thought.

That evening, when Wang Xinxin came home, she also talked about the matter.

“It’s actually that empty plot next to our commune that’s being divided up. It’s just a small piece, not much use. It’s fine for growing some of your own vegetables, but if you’re thinking of selling them, that’s definitely not possible.”

Wang Xinxin said this as she ate dinner.

She had known about this for a while, but since the higher-ups hadn’t made a final decision, she hadn’t told the family.

And now look. She never thought people would come to blows over such a tiny piece of land.

Su Tang smiled without saying anything. No matter how small the plot was, it was still a piece of private property. Once it was officially allocated, whoever got it would benefit.

’In the future, you could grow some vegetables to eat, or use it for something else.’

’It’s a freebie, after all. Who wouldn’t want it?’

After dinner, Su Tang was in her room teaching Lu Xiao as usual.

The two of them were very close, and his masculine scent washed over her from all directions, making Su Tang a little uncomfortable.

But Lu Xiao seemed to notice her discomfort. Instead of backing away, he moved even closer.

“Tangtang, your face is so red. What are you thinking about?”

He loved to tease her.

He loved seeing her flustered expression.

In the past, he was always the one getting flustered by her. Now, it was finally her turn.

Just then, Su Tang suddenly felt a kick in her stomach.

Noticing Su Tang freeze for a moment, Lu Xiao quickly looked at her.

“What’s wrong? Are you uncomfortable somewhere?”

As soon as Lu Xiao finished speaking, Su Tang grabbed his hand and gently placed it on her belly.

“He’s protesting. He’s saying Daddy is bullying Mommy.”

As if to prove Su Tang’s point…

…the little one in her belly gave another forceful kick.

This absolutely delighted Lu Xiao.

“So strong! When she comes out, I’m definitely going to teach her how to box.”

“A girl should learn that too? Didn’t you say a little girl should be pampered and spoiled?”

Su Tang felt a little helpless, but to her surprise, Lu Xiao shook his head after hearing this.

“I’m giving her the ability to protect herself. Who says girls can’t learn these things? Girls are the ones who *should* be learning them.”

“I want to tell my daughter that no matter what she encounters in the future, she will have the ability to solve it herself. She won’t need to depend on or rely on anyone.”

“’It’s better to teach someone to fish than to give them a fish.’ Isn’t that what you taught me before?”

Lu Xiao said it as if it were the most natural thing in the world, but as Su Tang listened, her heart filled with emotion.

It was truly remarkable to hear such progressive ideas coming from Lu Xiao’s mouth.

’After all, he’s still a man of this era.’

“Why are you looking at me like that? It’s like I’m an alien.”

“So you even know what aliens are now.”

“I learned it from you.”

The two of them chatted back and forth.

What had started as a proper lesson had somehow turned into a discussion about their future child’s education.

But Su Tang loved discussing this topic with Lu Xiao.

Anything related to family always felt so warm and comforting whenever it was brought up.

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