Chapter 29: The Wonderful Use of Space, Stealing People

Bai Ruojiao picked up An’an and brought him home for lunch. After lunch, she started teaching him to recognize characters.

Of course, it was An’an who asked to learn.

She didn’t know how the system persuaded him, but the little guy was eager to learn.

There was no one coming to cause trouble in the afternoon, and the two of them had a peaceful time.

As evening approached, she cooked dinner and waited for Zhao Sihai to get off work.

But as night fell, he still hadn’t come back, and she couldn’t help but feel a little anxious.

She couldn’t help but think about what happened in her previous life, worrying if he had gone to the black market or if something had happened to him.

Fortunately, she didn’t have to wait long before she heard the sound of a bicycle bell.

She shone her flashlight, and it was indeed Zhao Sihai.

“Sorry, something came up. I didn’t expect it to be so late.” As soon as he reached the door, Zhao Sihai quickly got off his bicycle and explained.

“What happened? Are you okay?” Bai Ruojiao was already worried that something had happened to him. Hearing this, her heart also went up.

“I’m fine, I’m fine.” Seeing her anxiety, Zhao Sihai pushed his bicycle while holding her and walked inside, “I just went to the county textile factory to help repair a machine. It took some time.”

Bai Ruojiao paused slightly, then said “Oh” and nodded, “How is it now? Is it fixed?”

“It’s fixed.” Zhao Sihai parked his bicycle.

An’an, who had heard the noise, had already run out.

“Dad~ You’re back! Mom has been waiting for you for a long time.”

“Is that so? It’s all Dad’s fault.” Zhao Sihai bent down and picked up his son, then apologetically looked at Bai Ruojiao.

Bai Ruojiao smiled and shook her head, “Go wash your hands and face. Dinner is ready.”

“Okay.” Zhao Sihai responded, closed the courtyard gate, and carried An’an to wash his hands.

They had specially installed a water pump in the courtyard, so it was convenient to use water.

“Did you listen to Mom and be good today?”

“Yes, Dad. I can write your name, Mom’s name, and my name.”

“Oh? You’re so amazing!”

“Yes, Mom taught me.”

“Haha, your Mom is really amazing.”

“Yes, Mom is the best.”

“What about Dad?”

“Uh, Dad is the second best.”

“Then is An’an the third best?”

“Yes, Dad is so smart.”

“Hahaha, you’re smarter than me.” Zhao Sihai poked the little guy’s nose and laughed heartily.

Bai Ruojiao had set the table and couldn’t help but laugh as she listened to the father and son talking.

After dinner, Zhao Sihai cleaned up.

Bai Ruojiao picked up a basket and went out, “I’ll go first. You watch An’an.”

“Wait, I’ll go with you.” Zhao Sihai quickly said.

“Who will watch An’an if you go? Don’t worry, I’ll be back in ten minutes. If you’re worried, and I haven’t come back after that time, come and find me.”

She said this and opened the door to go out.

But after walking a short distance, she turned a corner and entered the cornfield.

She walked through a patch of cornfield and came to a pigsty.

She pointed her finger, and a person appeared out of thin air.

Looking at the person who looked like mud, she sneered, took out a needle and stabbed it into his neck, then grabbed his collar and threw him into the pigsty.

When Bai Ruojiao returned home, she saw Zhao Sihai waiting at the door, as expected.

She couldn’t help but smile slightly and walked quickly towards him.

Zhao Sihai also walked forward, his expression slightly relaxed.

But as he got closer, he suddenly frowned and sniffed lightly.

“What’s wrong?” Seeing his actions, Bai Ruojiao’s eyes flickered, and she asked casually.

Zhao Sihai was puzzled, “Why does it smell like alcohol?”

Bai Ruojiao paused, then said, “Grandma Qin hurt her foot. Grandpa Qin just put some medicinal wine on it, so it probably got a little on him. Your nose is really sensitive.”

Zhao Sihai nodded, understanding. “So that’s it.”

But his eyes were deep as he looked at her.

An’an was already asleep after taking a bath.

“You gave him a bath?” she smiled at Zhao Sihai.

Zhao Sihai nodded, his brows softening.

“I boiled some hot water in the kitchen. I’ll bring it to you.”

Bai Ruojiao nodded, also feeling a little disgusted. Although she had changed clothes, she still felt a pig manure smell on her.

She turned and went into the house to get her pajamas.

Zhao Sihai had already mixed the hot water and put it in the bathroom.

“I’ve mixed the water. I left a bucket of cold water. If it’s still too hot, add some more.” Zhao Sihai carried the aluminum kettle and was about to go back to the kitchen.

Bai Ruojiao looked at him and suddenly chuckled, “Why don’t we wash together?”

Zhao Sihai’s footsteps stopped abruptly. He almost tripped over the steps to the kitchen and stumbled before grabbing the doorpost to steady himself.

“What did you say?”

Bai Ruojiao felt that Zhao Sihai suddenly became fierce.

Like a beast ready to pounce.

She immediately felt a little intimidated.

“Cough, nothing. I said I’ll wash first, and then you can wash.” She turned and went into the bathroom, ready to close the door.

But the door was only half closed when a hand pressed against it.

Zhao Sihai chuckled, “I think washing together can save some firewood.”

Bai Ruojiao’s ears burned. For some reason, she felt a hint of mischief in Zhao Sihai’s smile.

Zhao Sihai had already pushed the door open and squeezed in, reaching out to hug her and closing the door.

“Wait, my clothes, don’t drop them… uh.”

At that moment, a beam of flashlight shone from outside the courtyard.

Looking at the light flickering back and forth, it was clear how agitated the person shining the light was.

Zhao Pozi ran to the door and slammed it with her hand.

“Open the door! Zhao Sihai, open the door!”

Zhao Pozi shouted several times before the bathroom door finally opened.

Zhao Sihai was wearing a wet tank top, his face as dark as night.

Zhao Pozi was impatient with the knocking and had already started cursing outside.

The door suddenly swung open, and Zhao Pozi slapped Zhao Sihai on the chest.

Zhao Sihai’s face was gloomy. “What’s wrong?”

He was still surrounded by an invisible aura of ferocity, which immediately subdued Zhao Pozi’s arrogance.

Zhao Pozi unconsciously took a step back, then remembered that this was her son.

She immediately became furious again, “Why did it take you so long to open the door? What were you doing in there?”

Zhao Sihai’s face became even darker. He took a deep breath, “Mom, An’an is asleep. Keep your voice down. What’s wrong?”

Hearing the first half of the sentence, Zhao Pozi wanted to argue.

But after hearing the second half, remembering the purpose of her visit, she slightly suppressed her anger.

“Lao Si, did your third brother come to see you?”

Zhao Sihai frowned, “No.”

Seeing his quick answer, Zhao Pozi was dissatisfied, “Really? What about your wife? Did she see him?”

Zhao Sihai’s face became even worse, “No, what’s wrong with San Ge?”

Zhao Pozi was really anxious, “Your third brother left this evening and hasn’t come back. It’s all your wife’s fault!”

Zhao Sihai’s face darkened, “What does Qiaoqiao have to do with this?”

“If she hadn’t sent over the buns, would Lao San have chased after her?” Zhao Pozi was so angry that her teeth were itching, “She’s a vixen. She deliberately seduced your third brother. I told you she was a weasel coming to the door. She’s up to no good! This woman is simply a…”

“Mom!” Zhao Sihai suddenly lowered his voice and shouted.

This shout carried a force that made people tremble unconsciously.