Xue Ling knew that she did not need comfort, but she felt that her cousin needed advice.
"Sister Cong, to be honest, it is impossible for you to have nothing to do with your brother-in-law. You are just tired and tired of such a lonely life. As long as you change it, you will feel better immediately."
"On the other hand, if you have no feelings for him, then at least you need a name! If you and he have the name of husband and wife, the family will exist and the marriage will be guaranteed. It will be good for you and the children. You don't want to
Brother-in-law or whatever, it doesn’t matter anymore, so let’s get on with it.”
"You are over 40 years old. If you don't have any passion for a second love and just want to live a normal life, then don't bother. If you think about it carefully, separation and non-departure are almost the same, so don't try to leave. Maybe.
It’s not certain that the situation will improve after a few years.”
"Sister Cong, don't just worry about work. When you have time, ask your friends out for shopping and dinner, and occasionally make appointments with relatives and friends. When there are more people and liveliness, your mood will get better unconsciously. You said it yourself, as you age,
You are gone, your love has faded away, and you only need a wife. Friends and relatives can also be your companions. They may not be as caring as your brother-in-law, but they can still be your companions and share some things with you."
Xue Ling continued to analyze: "For example, now, you and I are sitting here, and when you get emotional, you tell me everything at once. This is a kind of emotional sharing and companionship. Sister Cong, calm down.
Divorce is optional for you, so just put your name on it and you won't suffer any loss anyway."
Xue Cong stopped talking. He couldn't tell the exact look on his face. He seemed to be thinking about something.
"He... probably can't get a divorce."
Xue Ling knew that her husband had a high position and that marriage was very important to him, but it was difficult to ask too many questions.
"Sister Cong, my brother-in-law probably has no choice but to do it. If he is loyal to his marriage and to you, and only cares about you, but has to ignore you because of his job, you can forgive him for once. Wait until he is older and retires.
If he comes back to you, you can still be wives."
Xue Cong closed his eyes, basking in the warm sun, and never spoke.
The sun shone on her delicately made-up face and clearly revealed the tiredness and helplessness in her eyes.
Xue Ling saw the traces of time on her face, and also saw how elegant she must have been when she was young. She guessed that her brother-in-law must also be a good person, otherwise even though her cousin knew that he had a special profession, she still insisted on having him.
"Cousin, if you can wait for him for more than twenty years, you might as well wait for a few more years. My brother-in-law is in his fifties and is not far away from retirement. Your sacrifice for the family and the injustice you have suffered should be deeply felt in my heart.
It’s clear.”
Xue Cong nodded: "He knows better. But he can only sigh and say 'I'm sorry' and 'Thank you' to me. In his heart, there is always only loyalty and no betrayal. He values belief and reputation more than his
A person whose life is important will naturally be loyal to his marriage. I absolutely believe him in this point. He loves me, but he doesn’t know how to say it and is not good at expressing it, but he can’t do it either. I can’t even spend a few days with you.
Someone who doesn’t have any is not qualified to say what he can do for me.”
Xue Ling patted the back of her hand and whispered: "Sister, if this is the case, then you can endure it for a few more years. If you are lonely and tired, come to my house to accompany us! My four children are usually hot
It’s noisy. Don’t go back at noon and come with us to Ronghua Mall for dinner. We made an appointment with Sanbo to have dinner downstairs. After dinner, Sanbo and Uncle Zhilan wanted to go upstairs to play chess. A Fang and the others wanted to play cards together.
Take turns babysitting the kids. Come and join in."
"...Okay." Xue Cong smiled and explained: "My colleagues and friends are all busy. Now is the Chinese New Year. Everyone is busy paying New Year greetings and dealing with guests, so I can't disturb you. Since you guys
If it’s more, I’ll feel free to contribute a share.”
Xue Ling smiled and pulled her to stand up.
"Let's take a walk along the old house! It's not good to sit still all the time. People's spirits will deteriorate and they may even become depressed. After the renovation of the old house, I haven't looked carefully at every place!"
Xue Cong followed her, pacing slowly and chatting in low voices.
At almost noon, Sanbo led a group of juniors to bow to their ancestors and pay New Year greetings.
"I wish everyone that all their wishes will come true and everything goes as they wish. We have made appointments to have dinner together, to play cards, and to play mahjong. I am going to Ronghua Mall with Zhilan and the others. We can go together when we are free."
Everyone laughed and left with their families.
Cheng Tianyuan led Xue Ling out.
Xue Ling turned around and saw Xue Cong and San Bo walking together and chatting happily. He secretly breathed a sigh of relief and explained to Cheng Tianyuan that Xue Cong also wanted to have dinner together.
Cheng Tianyuan was slightly surprised and nodded hurriedly.
In his impression, cousin Xue Cong was a very serious, reserved, aloof high-level person, and he never expected that she would want to hang out with the big guys.
But he is a hospitable person, and if the other party is willing to be a guest, that would be great.
Everyone got on the car one after another, San Bo and Xue Cong were together, and everyone else took their own cars.
Vehicles filed away from the old house and headed towards the city center.
The city center never lacks excitement and prosperity. It is still bustling with traffic and is even more lively than usual.
The square outside the mall was crowded with people, and even the restaurant of Ronghua Hotel was crowded.
Fortunately, Xue Ling ordered two tables of food in advance, and the manager reserved a large box for her, and the food began to be served as soon as they arrived.
The private room has a nice environment and is separated from the bustle outside.
Everyone chatted and ate at the same time. It took almost an hour to finish eating.
Xue Cong ate happily and whispered to his third uncle: "It's been a long time since I've eaten together with so many people. I feel my appetite is much better."
"It's all like this." Sanbo explained with a smile: "I usually eat alone at home, and at most I only eat half a bowl of rice. When I was in the hospital, I ate with Ah Huan and other young people, and I could eat one more bowl. They ate
If I eat too much, I will be infected without knowing it, so I will eat too much."
Xue Cong asked about some of the progress of his scientific research office and said with concern: "You have retired. This is just to help. You don't have to work too hard. Don't be tired."
"It's okay, I have confidence in my heart." San Bo said with squinted eyes: "It's you, why are you even thinner than a while ago. You can't be too fat or too thin at your age. You can exercise more, so that your complexion will look better.
.”
"Okay." Xue Cong smiled slightly: "I will pay attention."
San Bo nodded happily.
This niece has always been strong and capable, and has strong self-discipline. She never has to worry about others.
Xue Zhilan came over and said with a smile: "Third brother, let's go up and play chess. There happens to be sunshine on one side of the corridor at this time. Let's play chess while basking in the sun, shall we?"
"Yes!" Sanbo suddenly smiled and said, "I have to beat you in a few games this afternoon! Last time I went with you, I lost two games to you!"
"We are waiting for you at any time!" Xue Zhilan pulled Sanbo and was about to leave.
The third uncle waved to Xue Cong and asked, "Do you want to go up together? Why don't you come and go up and know the way?"
"Sister Cong, let's go up and play cards!" Xue Ling said with a smile: "We just discussed it, it's five yuan a game, and the person who wins the most will get a treat tonight!"
"Still eating here!" Xue Heng laughed: "Today's vegetable soup is very delicious! If I win, I will treat everyone to two bowls of vegetable soup!"
"Okay, okay! Let me win!" Xue Ling shouted with a smile: "I want to add a few more bowls of bird's nest soup!"