msmithbooks Chapter 153 This is life
Chapter 153 This is life
Six months after the hospital was back on track.
It's just the beginning of autumn.
Sheng Tingwang booked an elegant courtyard in a private club in the west of the city that was not open to the public.
He organized a gathering.
I invited Gu Lin and Ye Tang over to sit together.
No children, no assistants, just a pure, relaxing reunion after a long separation.
Gu Lin and Ye Tang arrived a little earlier.
Ye Tang wore a beige knitted long dress with a light brown trench coat over it. She had recovered very well after giving birth, and her temperament was gentle yet exuded a calm and elegant charm.
Gu Lin was dressed simply as always, his expression becoming increasingly calm and composed. Only when he looked at Ye Tang would his gaze soften involuntarily.
"This place is nice and quiet." Ye Tang looked around the courtyard and said softly to Gu Lin, "Tingwang still knows how to find a good spot."
Gu Lin nodded and pulled out a chair for her: "He's always been particular. And Shu Yi... likes this kind of style."
Ye Tang agreed, "That's true, you know Wen Shuyi quite well."
"I don't know Wen Shuyi well, but I know Sheng Tingwang very well. He's a henpecked husband now. He thinks about whether Shuyi will like it before doing anything."
Ye Tang smiled.
pretty good.
This is how it should be between husband and wife.
Just then, Sheng Tingwang and Wen Shuyi arrived.
Sheng Tingwang remained aloof, his dark coat accentuating his tall and straight figure.
He hasn't changed much.
He's still as handsome as ever.
Well... when did he stop using his cane?
Ye Tang couldn't remember.
It feels like it's been a very, very long time.
Wen Shuyi dressed up specially today, wearing a smoky gray embroidered cheongsam with a matching cashmere shawl.
Her long hair was tied up, with a few stray strands hanging down her neck.
Her eyes sparkled, gentle and graceful, radiant with charm.
The two looked at each other and smiled slightly. "President Ye."
"There was a bit of traffic on the way, so I'm late," Sheng Tingwang said in a flat tone.
"We're early." Gu Lin stood up, and Ye Tang smiled and waved to Wen Shuyi, "Shuyi, come and sit down, it's comfortable here."
The four people sat down.
The waiter quietly served warmed Shaoxing wine and several plates of delicate appetizers.
The wine is a ten-year-aged Shaoxing wine, poured into a white porcelain cup, shimmering with a warm light.
"It's been a while since you've invited us. I've been busy at the hospital. What have you been busy with?" Gu Lin glanced at Wen Shuyi. "You're not busy having your third child, are you?"
Sheng Tingwang chuckled, "Don't be ridiculous. At your age, having three children? I feel sorry for my wife."
"Hey, hey, hey, could you please stop feeding the dog food for now? How are you going to eat later?" Gu Lin said with a smile as he sat down.
Sheng Tingwang also bent down and sat down opposite him.
As the wine went down my throat, a warm sensation spread through my stomach, making me feel especially comfortable in this early autumn.
The conversation naturally drifted off into more casual conversation.
Women talk about their children the most.
Of course, more importantly, it was Wen Shuyi's illness some time ago.
Wen Shuyi's health has never been very good.
In recent years, I haven't had any major illnesses, but I often get minor ailments.
"How have you been feeling lately? You look much better," Ye Tang asked her with concern.
Wen Shuyi nodded with a smile: "Much better. Sometimes I think, my body is quite useless, it's a burden to Sheng Tingwang."
She looked at the man with a sense of self-reproach.
Ye Tang knew she was overthinking things.
He hurriedly tried to comfort her, "You didn't want to get sick. Don't talk about being a burden or anything like that. Tingwang would be upset if he heard that. He'd love to take your place if he were sick."
Wen Shu also withdrew his gaze.
He nodded slightly.
That's true.
She hopes that she can really take good care of her health in the future.
That way I can take better care of Sheng Tingwang in the future.
The four of them didn't drink too much alcohol.
Most of the time it was just casual conversation.
We talked about the past, the future, and everything that could happen.
Sheng Tingwang had the wine removed and replaced with a pot of fine Pu'er tea.
The fragrant tea, wafting gently, diluted the effects of the wine, adding a touch of understated elegance.
The ancient trees rustled softly in the wind.
Shifting stars.
At this moment, far removed from the battles of the marketplace and the trivialities of family life, only old friends remain, chatting about the present and the past.
"Sometimes I think about it, it's quite strange." Gu Lin held his teacup, his gaze distant. "When I was young, I went against the whole world for love. Now that I'm older, I have to do everything I can for my career."
"You say we're short of money? It seems like we've never been short of money, so what's the point of us working so hard to earn it?"
Sheng Tingwang lowered his eyes and smiled.
What is the meaning of life?
This question sounds a bit profound.
"Perhaps the meaning of our efforts lies in giving ourselves an explanation. I can do it because I really can, not because of my parents or ancestors, but because I can truly provide for my loved ones and children."
Gu Lin strongly agreed with Sheng Tingwang's words.
He is different from Sheng Tingwang.
Sheng Tingwang truly carved out his own path.
He transformed himself primarily through Ye Tang's help and encouragement.
"In this life, I admire no one but you." Gu Lin picked up his teacup and clinked it with Sheng Tingwang's. "Really, we've known each other since we were kids. None of the kids in your compound can compare to you. In my heart, you are a hero."
"Come on." Sheng Tingwang picked up his teacup and drank it all in one gulp. "Stop it. You're the one who insults me the most."
"No matter what, our relationship is unmatched, isn't it?" Ye Tang held Wen Shuyi's hand. "You have us, and we have you. Like now, everyone sitting together peacefully, chatting and laughing, watching the children grow up day by day—that's the best life, don't you think?"
Wen Shu nodded warmly.
That's absolutely right.
When could things ever be better than they are now?
Not old yet.
There are still many good days ahead.
You can continue to pursue your dreams.
You can also watch your children grow up day by day, and see them become better and better as adults.
"Dodo has grown into a big young man. Next time I take him to the horse farm, I want to ride with him myself."
Gu Lin felt that the person who had changed the most in the past few years was Lu Qiaonian.
I'm not scared anymore.
He developed a strong drive and a fierce determination.
On one occasion, Sheng Ting took him horseback riding.
The little guy fell off the horse and scraped his forehead, but he didn't cry at all.
Later, I heard that the little guy was getting better and better at riding horses.
"Tingwang, does Duoduo look more like you now?"
"Children can change, but it takes time. I don't mind who he resembles more. Whoever he resembles, he must have the spirit of not being afraid to lose and never giving up."
Gu Lin agreed.
"Yes, we will. When the children are older, they can travel together, go to the grasslands, see the sea, or find a quiet ancient town to stay for a few days."
"I'm afraid that when the time comes, it will be a bunch of kids making a huge fuss." Ye Tang couldn't help but chuckle as she imagined the scene.
Wen Shuyi also thought it was great, "It's better to be lively."
It's late at night, and the tea has gone weak.
The party was about to end.
The four of them stood up and said goodbye to each other.
Sheng Tingwang and Wen Shuyi's car arrived first. He carefully tucked the shawl into Wen Shuyi's clothes before nodding goodbye to Gu Lin and Ye Tang.
Wen Shuyi smiled and waved, then got into the car with Sheng Tingwang's help.
"Then we'll be going now."
"Be careful on the road," Ye Tang said gently, waving her hand.
As the car disappeared into the night, Gu Lin put his arm around Ye Tang's shoulder and said, "Let's go back too. The babies need to find their mother."
"Mmm." Ye Tang leaned on his shoulder, took a deep breath of the cool air, and slowly exhaled.
I feel satisfied.
The city lights cascaded down like a galaxy.
As Gu Lin drove, Ye Tang watched the fleeting light and shadows outside the window and suddenly murmured, "That's nice."
"What's so great?" Gu Lin turned his head to look at her.
"Everything." Ye Tang turned her head, her smile bright. "The children are healthy, the friends are close, my sister and brother-in-law are very loving, and... us."
Gu Lin freed one hand and squeezed her hand tightly. "We're still here, we love each other very much too."
"Yes," Ye Tang smiled gently.
On life's long journey, we have family, close friends, and loved ones by our side. Among all the lights in the world, there is one that belongs only to us.
This is life.
This is happiness.