Rean thought of someone, Alleria.
Like myself, we are both staunch hot spring enthusiasts.
I also visited Youmil.
Although the large bath in the dormitory is good, it is still far behind compared to a real hot spring.
If I go back and tell her, she will probably be a little envious.
If you are in a bad mood, you might even pull yourself into a sword fight.
Finally, I might also say that if you can compete in martial arts first and then soak in hot springs, that would be a joy in the world.
After splashing his face with water to clear his meaningless thoughts, Li En heard the sound of footsteps.
Don't get me wrong, it can't be the person I was thinking of just now. Thinking of someone is something that even Xiao Huan doesn't have the ability to do, and it's impossible for Alleria to appear here.
The person who came was his adoptive father, Theo Schwarzer.
This man with shoulders wider than Rean was holding a wooden bath bucket in his hand. The bucket contained two bottles of red wine and two red wine glasses. He sat down next to Rean.
He skillfully opened one of the bottles, poured himself a glass first, and then shook it at Li En: "Want something to drink?"
"You drank a lot during dinner, why are you still drinking?" Li En hesitated slightly.
My adoptive father has the usual style of a Northland man, he is bold and generous and loves to drink. Except for breakfast, he drinks a little at every meal.
If you don't have anyone to accompany you, you can have a drink alone, or if you have someone to accompany you, you can drink till you're happy or even drunk.
"My son is back, I am happy. Drinking in the hot spring is a unique experience."
"I know."
It’s not like I’ve never seen Teacher Yun and his father enjoying a hot spring bath and drinking wine together.
Taking only two bottles of red wine was considered merciful. The final showdown was all about the barrels. Rean felt inferior. Alleria should have had a wonderful battle.
Uh, why do you think of her again?
"Then let's drink a little."
Take the wine glass and bottle and pour it yourself. If it's winter, you can put the wine bottle in the hot spring to warm it up before drinking, which will make it more flavorful. But now it's summer, and the ice-cold taste is also very comfortable.
Clink glasses and drink up. Drinking with family members is not as important as social etiquette.
I sipped it in small sips until my skin turned white and I couldn't finish two bottles.
"It's been a long time since I drank like this with you." Teo poured the wine again and sighed.
"Isn't that because you are under twenty years old?" Being over twenty years old means that you can drink alcohol legally.
"Speaking of which, I haven't said happy twentieth birthday to you yet, so let's go again."
"Okay." Li En calculated his amount, and it wouldn't be a big problem to have another bottle of red wine.
After another drink, Te'ao became even more excited: "That's right, drinking should be more straightforward. You are usually so stressed and have many things to think about, at least don't worry so much when drinking. Teacher Yun
There is some truth in saying that you drink to drown your sorrows."
Li En hummed, poured the wine again, and said thoughtfully: "Father...you have something you want to tell me."
My father's attitude has been a bit abnormal since he started drinking. No, it should have been earlier.
"Isn't it supposed to be you who has something to say to me and Lucia?" Theo asked back, "You have something on your mind, your mother and I can see it, but since the children are here, we don't ask."
"It's been seen."
Rean leaned against the wall of the bathtub, letting his body sink further.
You can discover the abnormalities in your parents, and of course your parents can also see the changes in you. Some things can be hidden even if you want to.
"After all, he is a child who has been raised since childhood." Theo said proudly, "Let's talk. I may not be able to help, but I can be a qualified listener."
Li En rubbed his nose and poured himself a glass: "I don't know where to start, and I don't want to say it."
"Because it involves too much?"
"Yes."
"Is it related to 'him'?"
"Yes."
"very dangerous?"
"If I say it's not dangerous, you and mother won't believe it."
"it has to be you?"
This time, Theo didn't give Li En a chance to answer and spoke first.
"I don't think there will be anything that has to be done by someone. There are so many people in the world, and the sun will still rise without anyone. I'm not asking you to escape, but I just hope you don't put too much pressure on yourself. Speaking of which, hero
The 'burden' of you should not be placed on you at the age of twenty. This is the idea shared by me, your mother, and Elyse."
"Thank you, father."
Rean knew that Theo was thinking about himself, and it was true that he did not have to solve the empire's curse. Osborn's original plan was for him to do it himself.
It’s just that if you let yourself do it, a lot of people will die less in this world, and a lot of regrets will be avoided. If you can’t do it, you will be wasting the gift of that mysterious existence and the opportunity to come back again.
Theo didn't look at Li En's face, but just by listening to his voice, he knew that he had made up his mind.
This child is usually easy-going, but once he is determined on something, no one can pull him back. He was like this when he was very young, and it has not changed since he grew up. This is a stubbornness that comes from his bones.
A father can only sigh: "Children will always grow up, and we will always grow old."
"I'm sorry, father, for making you worry."
Li En felt guilty. When children grow up, they should be filial to their parents and repay the kindness of raising them. However, Li En did not have the chance before he came back.
"It doesn't matter." Te'ao waved his hand, "There's no parent who doesn't worry about their children. Whether their academic performance is good, whether they endure hardship and cause trouble outside, when they will get married, and if they get married, there will be another generation... You adopted Xiao Huan
, you will understand sooner or later."
"I already understand." It's not because of Xiao Huan, but because of Altina.
"Whether you understand it or not, there is something I must tell you. Your mother and I have limited abilities. We can manage Youmil just fine, but we can't do bigger things and can't help you. But I hope you remember, if
If you feel tired, just come back, I will prepare the wine, Lucia will prepare the food, and then set off after you have rested."
"I see."
Li En exhaled, feeling calmer than ever before.
A curse has enveloped the empire, and the road ahead is dark and difficult to navigate, but as long as there is light behind you, you will have a direction and will not be swallowed by darkness.
And this Shu Huaze family is my own light.
I am so lucky to be able to grow up in such a home.
No need to say much, it’s all in the wine and every moment of getting along.
Bathing and drinking, I have to rush back to Rivers tomorrow, just a taste of it.
Empty your mind, go to bed early, and wait for the dawn of the next day.
One night at home, Li En slept extremely soundly, more soundly than ever before.
He came back with a mission, and there was always a heavy burden on his shoulders, but this time, like his father said, he temporarily put down all the burdens and enjoyed the long-lost relaxation.
Wait until you have rested before starting again.
In June, the sky was getting brighter and earlier, and when the spaceship took off and left Youmil, the sun was just rising.
Li En was bathed in the sunshine, staring at his home that was getting smaller and farther away.
The moment Ymir completely disappeared from sight, Rean closed his eyelids.
Silent and motionless, forgetting both things and myself, it is very mysterious.
This chapter has been completed!