The Fat Wife of the 1980s Awakens

Xie Yi felt a warm current in his heart. His wife had changed over the past year and a half, from being unfamiliar to being caring now. Every time he came home late at night, he was always deeply moved to see her care in the little details.

This was the family life he had always dreamed of. From the moment he met her, he knew that he was willing to give everything for this family.

The depression in Xie's mother's heart was like a dark cloud on a summer afternoon, weighing heavily on her chest. Her intentions were pure and simple. She had no interest in the butcher's family's wealth, but only hoped that her daughter Xie Chunyan could have someone to rely on.

In her traditional concepts carved by time, women's happiness always seems to be closely linked to marriage and family. In her eyes, Xie Chunyan's divorce is already a major challenge to tradition.

Although Xie Chunyan is now self-reliant and financially independent, in Xie's mother's opinion, a woman without a home is like a floating duckweed, helpless and will inevitably be subject to gossip from neighbors.

What worries her even more is that when she and her husband grow old and pass away in the future, leaving Xie Chunyan alone, who will protect her from the storms of old age?

This worry was like the cold dew at night, silently soaking her heart.

Xie's mother knew that she could not overcome her husband's stubbornness, so she had to reluctantly obey and no longer forcefully arranged blind dates for him. However, the anxiety in her heart followed her like a shadow and never stopped for a moment.

Therefore, when she heard that someone had developed a crush on Xie Chunyan, the joy in Xie's mother's heart was like the first peach blossom blooming in spring, bright and warm.

However, this joy was soon replaced by worry, and she began to think carefully: "Feng Dongling is a young man, not much different from my second son. Is the age difference between him and Chunyan suitable? Will he mind Chunyan's past? What is his family background? If his family knew about Chunyan's situation, would they agree? And why is he still single? Is there any unspeakable secret behind this?"

Xie's mother's thoughts were like a wild horse that had broken free from its reins, running farther and farther away, and Feng Dongling was completely unaware of all this.

Xu Xiufang couldn't help but chuckle as she listened to her mother's speculations, trying to comfort her: "Mom, things haven't even started yet, why don't I let Brother Yi find out the details first."

Mother Xie frowned again and said worriedly, "Wouldn't it be too rash to ask directly like this? What if it's not the case? It would be bad for Chunyan's reputation if it got out."

Xu Xiufang patiently explained: "I will discuss this with Brother Yi first. They have a close relationship and Brother Yi knows what to do. Don't worry, Mom."

Only then did Xie's mother feel a little relieved. After all, things had to be made clear, and there was no point in daydreaming.

Xu Xiufang reminded again: "Mom, even if Feng Dongling is interested in my elder sister, we can't get too excited. My elder sister's own feelings are still uncertain."

"With a young talent like Feng Dongling falling in love with her, how could Chunyan not be willing?"

Mother Xie smiled from ear to ear, and added a few more considerations while talking to herself: "Anyone who can become friends with the second child should have good character. Judging from the gifts he brought, his family background seems to be good... However, given Chunyan's current situation, as long as the other party has no problems and does not despise her, it is enough."

Upon hearing this, Xu Xiufang could only respond with a helpless smile.

Mother Xie turned to look at Xu Xiufang expectantly: "The second son's family, you and Feng Dongling are familiar with them, right? Do you know the situation of his family?"

Xu Xiufang suggested, "Mom, I'm not really sure either. Why don't we first confirm whether Feng Dongling really likes Big Sister? It won't be too late to talk about this later."

"Yes, yes, yes, we need to confirm it first, otherwise it's all just wishful thinking."

Mother Xie nodded repeatedly, and urged impatiently: "Or, you can go ask the second son now and see what he says?"

Xu Xiufang agreed and then went to find Xie Yi to convey Xie's mother's intention to him.

Xie Yi was surprised when he heard this and clenched his fists: "What?"

Xu Xiufang said slowly: "I think Feng Dongling might be interested in my elder sister."

"I'll go and find out."

Xie Yi stood up and walked out with big strides.

At this time, Feng Dongling was accompanying Xie Chunyan. Xie Chunyan lowered her head and teased Xiaoyun with a gentle smile on her face. The radiance of motherhood shone brightly on her.

After the divorce, she seemed to be reborn and was no longer the haggard girl she used to be.

Her face is rosy, her cheeks are plump, and there is a glimmer of hope in her eyes. She is dressed fashionably, and even when she is silent, one can feel her optimism and calmness towards life, which is the indifference and gentleness that time and experience have given her.

Feng Dongling was playing with Xiaoyun on the side. His tall figure formed a sharp contrast with Xie Chunyan. Although he seemed younger than Xie Chunyan, the picture of the two of them together was extremely harmonious, like a warm family scene.

The most interesting thing is that when Feng Dongling was playing with Xiaoyun, his eyes would always involuntarily drift towards Xie Chunyan. Xie Yi could see the meaning of his shyness and smile at a glance.

"Feng Dongling."

Xie Yi's voice was calm but carried a force that could not be ignored, "Come here!"

Fang Kai, who was beside Feng Dongling, noticed that the atmosphere was not right and gave Feng Dongling a look that wished him well. Unfortunately, Feng Dongling did not notice and walked towards Xie Yi happily. Before he could finish his words, Xie Yi grabbed him by the collar and dragged him to the back of the yard.

"Slow down, my shoes are going to fall off, let me pick them up..."

Feng Dongling staggered and shouted, then changed his words, "Forget it, I don't want the shoes anymore, Brother Yi, put me down first, I sprained my ankle..."

This sudden farce aroused Xie Chunyan's curiosity. Seeing Xie Yi's serious face, she couldn't help but worry: "Is Lao Feng okay?"

Xu Xiufang appeared at the right time, took Xiaoyun and asked casually, "Mom and Dad said that you and Lao Feng came back together?"

Xie Chunyan explained: "It can't be said that we were together. We just happened to meet when we were leaving the factory and chatted for a while. He knew that Xiaoyun was one month old, so he asked to come and see her. He wanted to take me on his bike, but I was afraid that others would gossip and affect him, so I chose to take a bullock cart home. I didn't expect to meet him again at the door of my house, so we came in together."

Are so many coincidences really just accidental?

Xu Xiufang continued to ask: "Then how did you two meet?"

"My second brother introduced me."

Xie Chunyan answered frankly, "My second brother was worried that I would be alone in the county town and no one would help me if I had any problems, so he asked Lao Feng to come and see me occasionally to help me move heavy objects, change light bulbs, etc."

Xu Xiufang muttered to herself, if Xie Yi introduced them to each other, then if there is anything, she can ask Feng Dongling for help, which makes sense.

But it is obviously unreasonable to say that Xie Yi asked Feng Dongling to help move things and change light bulbs.

It is impossible for Xie Yi to be so careless, especially during this sensitive period for Xie Chunyan. Allowing Feng Dongling to frequently enter and leave her residence undoubtedly provided a breeding ground for rumors.

If nothing happens between the two of them in the end, the gossip would be enough to drown Xie Chunyan.