Chapter 341 - Chapter 341: Chapter 349: You’re Even Worse (1/2)
Chapter 341: Chapter 349: You’re Even Worse
Before New Year, Su Wenyue specially brought Feng Susu and her son from Xinye: “Aunt, it’s been tough on you, entrusting the matters back home to others wouldn’t give me peace of mind, only you are dependable.”
“What are you saying, Lady Yue? In these times, if it weren’t for your help, Taier and I wouldn’t know what to do now; we could have possibly died of freezing or starvation out there. How could we have these good days we live now? It’s only because you trust me so much that I can be helpful, and I’m really glad to assist you.” The best fortune in Feng Susu’s life was meeting Su Wenyue; to aspire high, she regarded Su Wenyue as her own Daughter and did her utmost in everything.
“Aunt, you shouldn’t say such things. To tell you the truth, I felt a connection with you, which is how we met under such circumstances. I don’t consider myself a particularly kind-hearted person, nor am I one to meddle in others’ business. It was your actions that I admired from the bottom of my heart, which made me willing to befriend you. I now treat you like family, Aunt, so don’t act like a stranger with me.”
“Not at all, to speak presumptuously, I feel the same in my heart, and see you like my own Daughter.”
“What’s this talk of ‘reaching beyond one’s grasp’? From now on, you’re my dear Aunt. But Aunt, I have to tell you the good news. There is some news about Uncle, although it’s not yet certain, I will find out the details as quickly as possible,” Su Wenyue said, releasing a piece of news Feng Susu couldn’t remain calm about.
“What did you say?” Feng Susu’s body jerked in response, seemingly unable to believe her ears. After all these years, there had been no word of her Husband, and she had almost given up hope. Suddenly, there was such good news, and she was somewhat overwhelmed.
“It’s not certain yet, there’s only a vague piece of news, and we can’t confirm it’s Uncle yet. I wasn’t planning to tell you now, fearing a false alarm would bring you needless joy. But seeing how you miss Uncle, and how you even went to Lingyin Temple in such heavy snow, I just couldn’t keep it from you.”
“Is what you told me true, Lady Yue? There’s really news about my Husband? Where is he?” Feng Susu finally burst into eager anticipation as she grasped Su Wenyue’s hands, staring intently, fearful that Su Wenyue would give a negative reply.
“Aunt, don’t get too excited. I only have a clue, but it’s not yet verified. Please don’t be too disappointed if it turns out to be nothing. I’ve been holding back these days for fear it would be too much for you to bear if it weren’t him.”
Su Wenyue was actually fully aware of the situation internally, but she couldn’t show it; otherwise, any slip-up now could later become a point of suspicion. Despite being a Farmer’s wife, Su Wenyue never underestimated a woman like Feng Susu—kind and simple on the outside, but someone who had managed to search for her Husband for years and raise her son. Just on the merit of her ability alone, she was not to be taken lightly.
Upon hearing this, Feng Susu nodded urgently, fearing missing out on any news, “No, I can handle it. I’ve gotten through all these years already. You must tell me immediately if you have any news. Even if it turns out not to be him, I need to hear it from you. It’s alright if there’s no news this time; he is my son’s father, and I will keep searching.”
As Feng Susu spoke, she couldn’t help but shed tears, perhaps reminded of past events. She tried to contain herself but failed to hold back her tears, continuously wiping them away. After so many years of searching, how could she truly not care about the result? It was just a way to comfort herself, to keep going.