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Shen Yu’an’s hand had just been placed on Xiao Zhang’s belly for a while when she felt a warm source of heat transmitting to her belly through the thick winter clothing.
Suddenly, Xiao Zhang’s belly moved, and two little feet kicked in succession.
Unfortunately, Xiao Zhang was wearing thick clothes, and neither of them could see the lively children inside her belly.
However, the sensation was real for both of them.
Feeling the movement coming from her belly, Xiao Zhang chuckled and said, “These two children haven’t even come out yet, but they already know how to be affectionate with you. They must recognize that it’s you, which is why they suddenly made such a big commotion.”
Shen Yu’an also laughed. Ever since they began their journey of evacuation, they had been worried about Xiao Zhang’s health and took care of her diligently.
Even Shen Yu’an would frequently use her psychic power to investigate the condition of the two little ones.
Of course, she would also use her psychic power to help alleviate Xiao Zhang’s pain and nourish the two little ones.
So, as Xiao Zhang had said, it wouldn’t be strange if the two little ones became close to their “big sister” after they were born.
Feeling that everything was fine, Shen Yu’an withdrew her hand.
She was not a doctor, and in her previous life, she had only learned some basic first aid during missions. That’s why she had been relying on her psychic power to examine the condition of the babies in Xiao Zhang’s belly.
However, she still spoke up and asked, “Aunt Xiao Zhang, have you been feeling unwell these past few days?”
Xiao Zhang smiled gently, her face radiant with maternal love.
She replied, “You’re all just too worried. I’m feeling fine.”
Shen Yun entered the room and saw Shen Yu’an chatting with Xiao Zhang, so he felt relieved and went outside.
He entered and exited several times, tidying up their room.
Looking at the newly refreshed room, Shen Yun nodded in satisfaction.
He said, “An’an, you stay with your Aunt. I’ll tidy up your room as well.”
Shen Yu’an paused for a moment and said, “Uncle, you stay here with Third Aunt. I’ll take care of the tidying myself.”
It wasn’t quite appropriate for Shen Yun to handle a girl’s clothing.
Xiao Zhang glanced at Shen Yu’an’s expression and said to Shen Yun, “An’an has been keeping me company for a while. Go outside and get some fresh air. Help the others organize the wardrobe and the tables.”
Shen Yu’an left the room and headed towards her own room.
Shen Yun supported Xiao Zhang to the front door and had her sit on a stool before going to help others carry things from the Du family to the new house.
In the yard, everyone was coming and going, moving furniture from the Du family to their new house.
There were quite a few envious onlookers outside the yard.
They watched as the Shen family members moved new furniture into the yard, feeling a sense of envy.
During this period, the Shen family had maintained a good relationship with the villagers.
As everyone saw them busily moving back and forth, many people also lent a helping hand.
As people entered the yard, they couldn’t help but look around.
In particular, when they saw the two-tiered bed being carried in, they were even more amazed.
Someone curiously asked, “Is this… a bed? Why is there another layer on top? What’s it for?”
Shen Yu’an happened to be passing by with her clothes when she heard their question, so she explained to them.
“This is a bunk bed. Both the top and bottom can accommodate people. Once we place it in the room, we’ll install the frame, and it’ll be complete.”
The person asked again, “Did you also buy this from Old Du’s house? I’ve never seen one like this before.”
Song Shi proudly said, “My daughter drew the design for this bed.”
Everyone followed Song Shi’s train of thought and praised Shen Yu’an with a few words.
Compliments kept flowing out of their mouths, making Shen Yu’an feel a bit embarrassed before they finally stopped.
Now that there are fewer houses available, several people are squeezed into the same room. If they could fit a bed like this in the room, it would save a lot of space.
However, since they learned that Shen Yu’an had designed the bed, they still asked for permission.
After receiving Shen Yu’an’s approval, they planned to go to Old Du’s house and inquire about the price of the bed upon returning.
Song Xiao Ni and Hua Ling served sugared water to the people who came from the village to help.
They carried out cups of water one by one, expressing their gratitude for the assistance.
A young lad accepted the sugared water handed to him by Song Xiao Ni, his cheeks slightly blushing.
The man was Zhu Li Zheng’s eldest grandson, named Zhu Yushan. He had a somewhat simple-minded demeanor and moved clumsily.
He stuttered, saying, “Thank you.”
Song Xiao Ni looked at Zhu Yushan’s somewhat intense gaze and quickly lowered her head, running away.
The other men who came to help teased Zhu Yushan when they saw his expression.
“Yushan, didn’t your mother say she would talk to you about a marriage proposal last month? How’s that going now?”
Zhu Yushan’s face grew even redder upon hearing this, and his dark complexion turned a shade of black-red-black.
He stammered, “N-No… not yet. She… she hasn’t found a suitable match.”
A few men who were helping to carry things patted Zhu Yushan on the back.
“Hahaha, isn’t this the guy from… from…”
Seeing the man struggling to come up with the right words, Zhu Yushan grew impatient and interjected, “Uncle, that phrase is ‘far in the distance, near at hand.'”
The man burst into laughter again. “Yes, yes, Yushan is knowledgeable. That’s the phrase.”
“So, if you can’t find what’s far, what’s near is right in front of you~”
Zhu Yushan also realized that he had fallen into the trap himself. Thinking about Song Xiao Ni’s earlier expression, his face turned bright red.
“Uncle, please don’t speak nonsense,” Zhu Yushan replied.
Meanwhile, inside the house, Song Xiao Ni was about to come out with the sugared water but hesitated upon hearing the jokes outside.
Song Shi walked up to her, patted her on the back, and said with a smile, “Take a break. I’ll bring it out.”
Song Xiao Ni softly acknowledged and turned back into the house.
After a busy day, the Shen family, with the help of the villagers, finally organized everything.
After organizing everything, those people didn’t stay for long. They said their farewells and left without a trace.
By the time Grandma Shen and the others caught up, those people had already disappeared.
Grandma Shen looked at the retreating figures and sighed, saying, “Let’s thank them properly tomorrow when we bring some gifts.”
Both Song Shi and Zhao Shi agreed, and they followed Grandma Shen back home.