Chapter 821: Chapter 823: Took a Liking to Each Other
Tang Rong’s mother initially ca over angrily to reprimand her, but it turned out to be a productive visit. Firstly, Tang Rong and her mother finally had a deep heart-to-heart conversation after she had reached adulthood. Secondly, they got to know Xiao Yifei by accident, a beloved idol among middle-aged people.
The main conflict between Tang Rong and her mother really stemd from a lack of communication. Tang Rong’s mother tends to be very domineering, especially at ho, never allowing Tang Rong to even slightly contradict her. Initially, Tang Rong would argue a bit when she thought her mom was wrong, but over ti, she realized reasoning with her mom was futile.
At ho, her mother held absolute authority.
After dinner, Tang Rong’s mother pulled Xiao Yifei to sit on the sofa with her. “Xiao, accompany Auntie for a chat.” In her eyes, she already saw Xiao Yifei as her prospective son-in-law, her fondness for him apparent.
“Mom, didn’t you say you had sothing to discuss with ?” Tang Rong intervened, knowing her mother could talk for hours without stopping.
“Oh, it’s nothing, nothing. I’m free now anyway, having a chat with Auntie is good.” Xiao Yifei understood Tang Rong’s implication, but with nothing pressing, he felt this was a great opportunity to impress his potential future mother-in-law.
Seeing this, Tang Rong said nothing more, turning instead to the kitchen to wash dishes, and Shi Miaomiao returned to her room. The living room was left with just Tang Rong’s mother and Xiao Yifei.
Both had clear intentions, so Tang Rong’s mother focused her conversation on Tang Rong: “My Rongrong was adorable as a child, but she’s not as pretty now as she was then. By the way, you haven’t seen her childhood photos, have you?” With that, she pulled out her phone to find pictures of young Tang Rong.
“Wow, this is Tang Rong? She was cute since she was little. Auntie, I actually think she’s getting prettier as she grows,” Xiao Yifei said, speaking flatteringly but truthfully, as Tang Rong had always been beautiful.
Then Tang Rong’s mother shared amusing stories from Tang Rong’s childhood, making both of them laugh heartily. Xiao Yifei couldn’t have imagined Tang Rong doing such silly things as a child. The living room was filled with a joyful atmosphere.
As Tang Rong washed dishes in the kitchen, she felt a twinge of envy hearing the laughter from the living room. Her mother always seed so cheerful with others, though perhaps partly out of social necessity.
There was a performance elent, as everyone tries to show their best side to strangers, but finds it hard to do the sa with their closest family.
Fortunately, our relationship has improved sohow; that’s progress, Tang Rong thought, feeling relieved.
When it was ti to part, Tang Rong’s mother reluctantly said to Xiao Yifei, “Dr. Xiao, let’s chat again soti. It’s so enjoyable talking to young people like you.” Her tone suggested she might never see him again.
“Mom, get so rest. There’s plenty of ti to see him in the future. You can co over every day if you want!” Tang Rong said. She didn’t quite understand her mom’s fondness for Xiao Yifei.
“Rongrong, I was wrong about Xiao Yifei before. I didn’t know what kind of person he was, but today I can see he’s really likable. Does he have a girlfriend? Talents like him are rare. You should seize the opportunity.” Tang Rong’s mother was anxious for her daughter, worried about missing such a good catch.
“Mom, there’s no point in worrying about this. I know what I’m doing,” Tang Rong replied.
“I’m not worrying for nothing. I genuinely find Xiao Yifei reliable. I’m just afraid soone else will snatch him away. There’s a saying that those close to the water get the moon first; you should hurry up.” Her mother remained anxious, feeling her daughter wasn’t seeing what was in front of her.
“Mom, he won’t be taken,” Tang Rong blurted out, revealing her true feelings.
“Oh, hearing you say that shows there’s sothing between you two, and you’ve hidden it well, only revealing it now. Co on, tell !” Won have a natural love for gossip, and Tang Rong’s mother was no exception.
“Actually, nothing’s set in stone yet. I just feel like he likes a bit. Mom, please don’t talk nonsense when you see Xiao Yifei tomorrow.” Tang Rong regretted speaking too openly. Her mother couldn’t keep secrets, and she dreaded any indiscretions the next day.
“Oh, co on, do you think I’m that kind of person? I know what to do. Tomorrow I’ll help you probe.” Hearing such juicy gossip, Tang Rong’s mother found it even harder to sleep, too excited to describe.
She was already imagining Tang Rong’s life after marrying Xiao Yifei, with such a handso doctor as a son-in-law who had appeared on TV, thinking of the face she would gain, making everyone envious.
“Mom, why are you giggling alone? Co to bed, I have to get up early for work tomorrow!” Tang Rong said, seeing her mother’s blissful expression, knowing exactly what she was thinking.
Lying in bed, Tang Rong reflected that so things should be spoken. We communicate a lot every day, but sotis with our parents, even a week goes by without much said. We neglect their feelings, and they gradually fall behind, not understanding new things.
Conflicts and gaps erge, yet so relationships can still be salvaged, like with her mother, where no conflict is beyond communication. Others, though, can keep worsening until they break.
Today, she was really thankful to Xiao Yifei; if not for such an outstanding young man, her mom might wouldn’t have given up the idea of arranging dates for her so easily.
A year ago, when I took him in, I didn’t realize how amazing he was or that I’d have feelings for him. What will happen in the future? Oh, I wish I had mind-reading abilities, so I wouldn’t have to guess what Xiao Yifei was thinking.
The sensation of dwelling on him while he remains unaware is so frustrating. I need Shi Miaomiao to test the waters with Xiao Yifei; they’re close, so he’ll surely tell her stuff. Tang Rong thought to herself as she drifted to sleep.
In the morning, Tang Rong awoke to find her mother already up, with no recollection of when she had risen. Perhaps as people age, they need less sleep. Every morning on her way to work, she saw those elderly morning joggers exercising on their way back.
That’s not fair; sleep is what I lack most. Getting out of bed every morning is the hardest thing. Tang Rong thought, lying in bed for another five minutes before getting up.
Upon entering the living room, Tang Rong saw breakfast already laid out on the table. It appeared the soy milk and buns were bought from outside, along with so small dishes, looking rather sumptuous. Who’d been so diligent? Perhaps it was that Xiao Yifei! Then she rembered her mother stayed over the night before. Her head still wasn’t quite clear.
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