After listening to what Grandma Zhang said, Su Meng was shocked to realize that Ling Yucheng had returned to China
He's actually back now
But Su Meng then thought, in fact, it is normal for Ling Yucheng to return to China. Although he will graduate in about four years, there is no way he will not come back to visit his parents once in these four years, right
What's more, Mr. and Mrs. Ling miss him so much.
Seeing Grandma Zhang's smile that has not disappeared since she came back, Su Meng's eyes slightly curved and she said sincerely, "That's really great." Grandma Zhang's heart was most concerned about her studying abroad alone. The only son, it is indeed a great joy for the Ling family that he can return to China for a few days.
Grandma Zhang smiled so hard that she couldn't see her eyes, "Yes, it's really great. By the way, Mengmeng, your first year of high school will start in a few days. If you don't understand anything, you can take the opportunity to ask your uncle. He was in high school. , I never fell out of the top three in my grade every time I took the exam, and it was even more common to get first place in my grade." Grandma Zhang's words were filled with obvious pride and complacency.
Ling Yucheng is her greatest pride in her life.
Su Meng agreed obediently, "Okay."
Because Ling Yucheng is about to return to China, it seems that the issue of Xiaomei's placement will not be discussed with Mr. and Mrs. Ling until at least tomorrow. Before bringing Xiaomei back, Su Meng actually had some concerns. But this is the most suitable option for now.
There was no way she could leave Xiaomei alone.
As for Xiaomei's future placement, she needs to ask Mr. and Mrs. Ling for their opinions before making a decision.
At this time, there was a sound of cars outside the house.
Grandma Zhang hurriedly stood up from the sofa, the smile on her face became deeper and deeper, "The old man and A Yu must be back!"
Su Meng and Xiaomei also stood up.
Xiaomei tugged at the hem of Su Meng's clothes nervously, and whispered uneasily, "Sister Mengmeng..."
Su Meng patted her head gently and comforted her, "Grandpa and uncle are both very good people. Don't worry."
Just as Su Meng and Xiaomei were talking, Mr. Ling took the lead in entering the house with a cheerful expression on his face.
And following him was Ling Yucheng, whom Mr. and Mrs. Ling often talked about.
Ling Yucheng looks very different from the one in the video. Because he is obviously more handsome in real life than in the video.
Perhaps because the video comes with a microdermabrasion effect, Su Meng didn't realize until now that the real Ling Yucheng actually had a light-colored tear mole at the corner of his eye, which made his originally gentle and jade-like face look more coquettish. feel.
He looked about the same height as Jiang Tingzhou. He was wearing light-colored casual clothes. He was tall and handsome.
At this time, when the "armored soldier" saw the owner who had brought it home and named it, he barked and pounced on him impatiently.
"Woof woof woof!"
Ling Yucheng patiently calmed the excitement of the "armored soldier" with a smile in his eyes, "The armored soldier has grown up a lot compared to last year."
Grandma Zhang said happily, "Yes, I can hardly hold it when I go out now."
At this time, even the "scout" who rarely appeared on weekdays meowed, walked to Ling Yucheng's legs with elegant steps, and rubbed his calf affectionately.
The living room was buzzing with activity.
Su Meng took Xiaomei's hand, took two steps forward, and took the initiative to say hello, "Grandpa, little uncle."
After hearing this soft and sweet voice, Ling Yucheng subconsciously looked at Su Meng. When facing Su Meng, his attitude was neither too far nor too close, neither too warm nor too cold. It seemed just right, "Su Meng."
Mr. Ling was a little surprised when he saw Xiaomei standing next to Su Meng, "This is..."
Grandma Zhang helped explain, "This is also a poor child. He may have to stay at our house for one night. I will tell you more details later."
Mr. Ling nodded.
Considering that Ling Yucheng must have been very tired after flying for more than ten hours, Mr. and Mrs. Ling did not talk too much with their son.
Grandma Zhang said distressedly, "Ayu, please go back to your room and sleep first. If you have any questions, we can talk about it tomorrow."
Ling Yucheng nodded.
After Ling Yucheng returned to the room, Su Meng said good night to Mr. and Mrs. Ling, and then went back to the room with Xiaomei to rest.
After breakfast the next day, Mr. Ling took the initiative and said, "Ayu, please take Mengmeng to choose some extracurricular tutoring books. She will start her first year of high school in a few days. The first year of high school needs to lay the foundation, which is as important as the third year of high school. "
Ling Yucheng said gently, "Okay."
When going out, Su Meng also took Xiaomei with her. Because school was about to start, Xiaomei's placement problem needed to be solved immediately. Mr. Ling had just handed over this matter to Ling Yucheng to resolve.
Ling Yucheng picked up the car keys from the coffee table and said, "We will go to the bookstore later and then go to the orphanage to ask about the situation."
Hearing the word "orphanage", Xiaomei's expression flashed with nervousness, but she was too sensible to say anything and just silently held Su Meng's hand tightly.
When he arrived at the bookstore, Ling Yucheng selected extracurricular tutoring books for Su Meng. They were all ones that he had used before and found useful. When he was checking out, he thought about it and sincerely suggested, "Actually, tutoring books are not the most useful ones." The important thing is to understand the knowledge points in the book first, and be able to apply them by analogy. You know, you can bite off more than you can chew, just do your best with extracurricular exercises, and don’t put too much pressure on yourself.”
Su Meng nodded obediently, "I know."
Considering that Xiaomei was only in elementary school, Ling Yucheng selected a few classics to give to her.
Xiao Mei was a little flattered, "Thank you, uncle." Because Su Meng called Uncle Ling Yucheng, Xiao Mei subconsciously thought that she was younger than Su Meng, so she needed to call Uncle Ling Yucheng.
Ling Yucheng has a good temper. He doesn't get angry even when he is called uncle. He just says gently, "You're welcome."
Ling Yucheng made people feel like a spring breeze when he spoke.
From the small matter of choosing a book in the bookstore this morning, we can see that he is polite, has a certain degree of advance and retreat, and is considerate and considerate, which makes people feel deeply reliable.
After walking out of the bookstore, Ling Yucheng walked ahead alone carrying a bag full of books. At this time, Xiaomei suddenly rubbed Su Meng's arm with a wink and asked strangely, "Sister Mengmeng, which one do you like more, uncle or brother?"
Su Meng was a little confused by Xiaomei's words. She didn't know whether to correct her address to Ling Yucheng or answer her question first.
Before Su Meng could answer, Xiaomei said to herself, "Uncle is a nice person, but brother is so handsome. I like them both very much."
It took Su Meng two seconds to realize that the eldest uncle in Xiaomei's mouth was Ling Yucheng, and the little brother referred to Jiang Tingzhou. Today’s primary school students are really amazing.
Su Meng nodded Xiaomei's head lightly, "You smart guy, the uncle you talk about is only twenty-one years old this year."
Xiaomei smiled slyly, "Sister Mengmeng, which type of boy do you like best? Is it the domineering type, the reliable and warm type? Or the arrogant and sinister type?"
Su Meng had a headache for a moment, "How do you know so much?"
Xiaomei looked disapproving, "Does this mean you know more? In fact, I know even more."
Su Meng was silent for two seconds before saying, "Study hard and don't think too much."
At this time, they happened to walk to the car. After putting the books in the trunk, Ling Yucheng thoughtfully opened the back door for them.
Su Meng pursed her lips and thanked her softly.
Xiaomei held her face with her hands, not knowing what she was thinking.
After buying the books, Ling Yucheng took Su Meng and Xiaomei to the largest orphanage in Beijing.
The director may have known that they were coming and was waiting at the entrance of the orphanage early.
After meeting Ling Yucheng, the dean stepped forward and shook hands with him warmly, "You are Mr. Ling's son, right? You are indeed a very talented person."
Ling Yucheng smiled lightly and said, "Thank you. I came today mainly because of this child." Ling Yucheng said as he glanced at Xiaomei standing behind.
A flattering smile appeared on the director's face, "I already know the specific situation. You can rest assured that the child is being handed over to our orphanage."
While Ling Yucheng and the dean were chatting in the front, Su Meng and Xiaomei were also talking in the back.
"Xiao Mei, I'm sorry, Mr. and Mrs. Ling have no intention of adopting a second child." After breakfast just now, Grandma Zhang called Su Meng to the kitchen and had a heart-to-heart talk with her. Su Meng actually knew this already and expressed her understanding.
The old couple has limited energy and has no intention of adopting another child.
Xiaomei pretended to be nonchalant, with a big smile on her face, "It's okay, Sister Mengmeng."
Su Meng lowered her eyes, "It's just... you will live in an orphanage in the future. If there is a suitable family, you can also be adopted."
Hearing the word adoption, Xiaomei shook her head hastily and said in a low mood, "I don't want it. Sister Mengmeng, it's actually good to live in an orphanage, really. Because I don't know if I will." Meet people like that family again.”
Su Meng comforted her softly, "Actually... there are still many good people in this world."
Xiaomei nodded vigorously, "I know. Sister Mengmeng, you don't have to worry about me. I can be alone in the orphanage."
Su Meng touched Xiaomei's head and said, "You know my mobile phone number. If you run into trouble, remember to contact me immediately."
"Okay, Sister Mengmeng."
After going through the complicated procedures, Xiaomei will not go back to the compound with them today, but will live directly in the orphanage.
After getting in the car, Su Meng looked out the window, watching the orphanage getting smaller behind her, looking worried.
Ling Yucheng turned on the soothing car music and comforted her gently, "Don't worry, although the director of this orphanage is a little snobbish, he is not bad to the children. Moreover, this orphanage has a good reputation and there are no major problems." .”
Su Meng was a little surprised that Ling Yucheng guessed her thoughts.
Was her worry so obvious on her face
"That's good."
When she arrived at the door of Ling's house, Su Meng was somewhat surprised to see a figure wandering at the door.
Ling Yucheng also saw it, and if he felt something, he asked, "He came to see you?"
Su Meng bit her lower lip, "Probably so."
"Then you get out of the car first and I'll park the car."
"good."
After Su Meng got out of the car, she walked a few steps toward Jiang Tingzhou.
Jiang Tingzhou just happened to take out his mobile phone to check the time. After hearing the footsteps, he raised his head and glanced casually at the people passing by.
After seeing Su Meng, he put the phone back into his pocket and asked, "Where have you been?"
Su Meng nodded her finger and chose to tell the truth, "First I went to the bookstore, and then... sent Xiaomei to the orphanage."
Jiang Tingzhou frowned slightly, "Xiao Mei has gone to the orphanage?"
Su Meng hummed softly.
Jiang Tingzhou was about to ask who went with her. At this time, Su Meng happened to see Jiang Tingzhou holding a bag in his hand, and there was a faint fragrance in the air, so she asked strangely, "What did you take?"
Only then did Jiang Tingzhou think of what he was holding.
Today he and Xiao Zhan went out for dinner. When he saw the "fragrant chicken" on the menu, Su Meng's name suddenly appeared in his mind.
She always calls him a "ferocious monster" and a "filthy beast", but she herself smells sweet and sweet.
The whole person is fragrant, even more delicious than this "fragrant chicken".
So after the meal, under the strange looks of everyone in Xiao Zhan, he packed up a portion of fragrant chicken for the first time and planned to let her have a taste.
Jiang Tingzhou handed the fragrant chicken to Su Meng and explained, "This is Tianxianglou's signature dish, 'Fragrant Chicken'. I brought it to you."
Su Meng was a little surprised when she heard this, "Thank you."
At this time, Ling Yucheng parked the car and walked towards them.
When passing Su Meng, he stopped for a moment, lowered his head and asked her, "Would you like to go in together?"
Su Meng shook her head, "I have to wait a while, little uncle, you go in first."
Ling Yucheng was noncommittal. After taking a look at Jiang Tingzhou, he entered the room first.
After seeing Ling Yucheng enter the room, Jiang Tingzhou narrowed his eyes and felt a little unhappiness in his heart, "Is he Ling Yucheng?"
Jiang Tingzhou and Ling Yucheng were not familiar with each other. Although they had heard of his name countless times, this was the first time they met each other today.
"Um."
Jiang Tingzhou gritted his teeth, "Is he the one who accompanied you to send Xiaomei to the orphanage today?"
Jiang Tingzhou's tone seemed a little different from usual. Su Meng was a little confused for a moment, "Yes."
"Why don't you ask me to come with you?"
Su Meng pursed her lips. Xiaomei's visit to the orphanage seems to have nothing to do with Jiang Tingzhou.
Ling Yucheng also intervened in this matter because he was entrusted by Mr. Ling.
But saying it directly would be too hurtful, not to mention that Jiang Tingzhou had helped her so much before.
Thinking of this, Su Meng made an excuse and said softly, "Because... I don't know how to contact you."
As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Tingzhou stretched out his hand directly towards Su Meng, "Mobile phone."
"what?"
"Lend me a moment."
"Don't you have a mobile phone yourself?"
"Lend it to me, kid, and be obedient."
Su Meng doubtfully unlocked the phone and handed it to Jiang Tingzhou.
Jiang Tingzhou opened the address book and entered his mobile phone number quickly with his fingers. Then in the last name column, he noted "Brother Jiang" for himself.
After doing all this, Jiang Tingzhou returned the phone to Su Meng and said, "If you have anything to do in the future, remember to tell me as soon as possible."
“…”
"Also, when will Ling Yucheng leave?"
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