Chapter 1176: When Will You Grow Up

Chapter 1176: Chapter 1176: When Will You Grow Up

Han Jing reluctantly left holding Xiao Xue. On the way, Xiao Xue hugged Han Jing’s neck, her eyes swirling as she looked at Han Jing’s slightly furrowed brow and whispered, "Mother, don’t worry. When father asks, I will tell him that I went boating with Uncle Yi, so that’s why we got back late!"

Han Jing... Well, that’s not the main point, is it?

Han Jing patted her little head, "Xiao Xue, we might have to stay here for a few years. How do you feel about that?"

Although discussing such matters with a child is quite unreliable, Han Jing wanted to see what Xiao Xue thought.

"Sure, sure, there are lots of tasty things here, and definitely lots of fun things. I can ask Brother Lianwu to take me out to play tomorrow!" Xiao Xue agreed readily; in her worldview, fun and good food made up everything.

Han Jing... Turns out she asked a question with no real substance.

However, her little girl suddenly threw in a twist: "Mother, didn’t you say that once you’ve decided, you should go for it? Otherwise, you’ll never know if you’ll succeed. You’ve already decided, so why are you still frowning?"

Xiao Xue didn’t understand Han Jing’s worries; she only knew that Han Jing had taught her that once you’ve decided to do something, you should go ahead with it. Whether or not you succeed, at least you won’t regret not having tried. Although Xiao Xue didn’t quite understand what regret was, it probably meant her fond memory of the peach blossom cake she had at Uncle Shutong’s place, and not having the chance to eat it for a long time makes her feel pretty regretful.

Han Jing froze for a moment. Yeah, what was she worried about? Hadn’t she already decided to collaborate with Ming Qianyi? Then the other issues shouldn’t be issues, right?

Han Jing relaxed her brow and smiled as she squeezed Xiao Xue’s cheek, "Regardless of whether we stay here, Xiao Xue, you must listen to Lianwu and train well. Don’t fish for three days and wait for two days to dry the nets. Only by constantly becoming stronger can a person protect themselves and have choices when faced with unexpected situations. You may not understand now, but remember, don’t focus only on playing all day, okay?"

Xiao Xue nodded obediently, "I understand. Mother, didn’t you say that when I grow up, I’ll be able to marry Brother Lianwu? So in a few years, will I be considered grown up?"

Han Jing was speechless. Indeed, this little girl has been preoccupied with this matter all along; it’s true that a grown-up daughter can’t be kept at home!

"A few years aren’t enough; at least ten years must pass. So count with your fingers slowly." This little girl’s enthusiasm now makes one wonder if she can remain this steadfast in the future. But that’s not her worry; that’ll be Brother Lianwu’s headache.

Returning to the other courtyard, they coincidentally arrived during dinner time. Xiao Xue was just about to climb onto a chair when Han Jing immediately coughed lightly, "Xiao Xue, you ate so many pastries this afternoon. You shouldn’t eat dinner, or you’ll get indigestion. Go play; I have something to discuss with your father."

Xiao Xue gave her mother a resentful look. She hadn’t eaten much, and dinner was still a meal. One can’t skip any of the three meals a day!

However, she was a well-behaved child, so she should go find Brother Lianwu. Brother Lianwu wouldn’t mind how much she eats!

Just as Xiao Xue was about to leave, she heard Su Yu say, "Xiao Xue, wait a minute."