flstandardbreds Chapter 504 Side CP Extra: Yingying X Zhang Siyuan 6
Chapter 504 Side CP Extra: Yingying X Zhang Siyuan 6
Upon returning to the Zhang residence, Zhang Siyuan, like a joyful little bear, excitedly ran towards the main courtyard where his grandparents lived, eager to share his happiness of the day with them.
"Grandpa and Grandma! Yingying's wife is back! The gods are truly powerful! Siyuan prayed to them and Yingying's wife came back immediately! Siyuan should go and pray to the gods more often in the future. Grandpa and Grandma will take Siyuan..."
"Yingying's wife is so kind. We had hot pot together, then looked after the shop together. She even gave Siyuan something to eat and showed him some pretty picture books with big tigers in them..."
Zhang Siyuan spoke his mind freely, his eyes sparkling like a galaxy of stars, which made the Zhang Guanghong couple, who had been feeling down all afternoon, even more heartbroken, and their smiles became very forced.
Zhang Guanghong, in particular, had his facial muscles twitching as if he were both angry and smiling, but Zhang Siyuan was so engrossed in sharing that he didn't notice at all.
Madam Zhang beckoned to the incessantly chattering Zhang Siyuan, beckoning him to come to her, and said against her conscience, "Good, good, it's good that you're back. Grandma said Xuanqing Temple is very effective, Grandma didn't lie to you, did she?"
"Yes, Grandma is the best!" Zhang Siyuan squatted down in front of her, looking up at her with admiration and affection. If it weren't for Grandma making him go to pray to the gods, Yingying's wife wouldn't have come back so quickly, so Grandma is a great hero!
Zhang Guanghong glanced at his wife, then looked at his grandson who only had eyes for her, pursed his lips, and snorted softly, "Your grandma is the best. Isn't your grandpa, who set up your little teahouse, the best?"
What a waste of love we've given him!
Zhang Siyuan didn't understand why his grandfather was feeling resentful, but when he heard his grandfather mention the small teahouse next to Yingying's wife's shop, he smiled and said, "Grandpa is the best! Grandpa, Grandma, and Yingying's wife are all the best! Siyuan likes you all the most!"
While moved by what they heard, Mr. and Mrs. Zhang were even more worried. They hadn't expected that Young Master Ying's position in their grandson's heart was already on par with theirs. If this marriage didn't go through, their grandson would probably be heartbroken in the future.
"Grandma, what are we having for breakfast tomorrow? Siyuan wants to bring Yingying's wife lots of delicious food, no, he wants to bring her food every morning from now on."
Zhang Guanghong clicked his tongue inwardly, his mouth moving as he felt a surge of sourness. He sent gifts every day, but this silly grandson never brought him anything every day.
Madam Zhang readily agreed and said to Zhang Siyuan, "Then tell the kitchen to make an extra portion. Siyuan, Grandma wants to ask you, when Young Master Ying gave you a book, did he really enjoy reading?"
Zhang Siyuan hesitated, thought for a moment, nodded, and added, "Siyuan likes it too."
What Yingying's wife likes, Siyuan likes too! Zhang Siyuan thought to himself.
Madam Zhang smiled, "Then how about Grandma has Zhang Da and Zhang Er bring you some books to the teahouse tomorrow? If Yuan'er has any questions, you can ask Young Master Ying."
"Ask Yingying's wife for advice? Let Yingying's wife teach Siyuan?" Zhang Siyuan's eyes lit up, then he hesitated, "Siyuan is a bit slow, will she be able to teach him?"
Zhang Guanghong hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.
Madam Zhang said, "How will we know if he's willing or not if we don't try?"
That seems true, but what if Yingying's wife finds him annoying or stupid? Siyuan doesn't want Yingying's wife to dislike him...
"Siyuan, you should just look at the picture book. You don't need Yingying's wife to teach you."
Madam Zhang pretended to be hesitant: "Is that so? But Grandma thinks that Young Master Ying seems to love reading, and probably also likes people who love reading and know a lot of words."
Zhang Siyuan's hesitant gaze hardened in an instant, and he said firmly, "Siyuan will also remember Duoduo's words!"
“That’s right, Grandma believes Yuan’er can do it.” Madam Zhang smiled and lowered her eyes, her affection mixed with a hint of reluctance.
Although this approach is not ethical, it can further test Young Master Ying's tolerance for his grandson, allowing them to make their next plans. Furthermore, if Young Master Ying is willing to teach his grandson patiently, given how much the grandson values him, he will definitely learn diligently and remember well. Overall, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.
Zhang Guanghong understood his wife's intentions and, after weighing the pros and cons, replied, "Your grandmother is right. Remember to have Zhang Da and the others bring you some books when you go out tomorrow."
"Okay, Siyuan got it!" Zhang Siyuan stood up. He had been squatting for a while and his feet were a little numb, so he stomped his feet a couple of times.
Zhang Guanghong continued to instruct, "Also, you're not allowed to hug Young Master Ying in public. It's impolite, it's an eyesore, and people will laugh at you."
"No, Siyuan will hug you, Siyuan likes to hug Yingying's wife!" Zhang Siyuan shouted, ignoring his grandfather's instantly changed expression, and became melancholy himself. He knew that Yingying's wife didn't like him touching her, let alone hugging her. He didn't know if he could hug Yingying's wife like he did today. Sigh, he really wanted to hug Yingying's wife every day.
Zhang Guanghong's face flushed red, his eyes wide with rage: "How can you hug and kiss in front of outsiders? Aren't you ashamed?"
Zhang Siyuan glared back, his cheeks puffed out in anger, and retorted, "It's not shameful, it's not shameful at all! It's not shameful to hug your own wife!"
Zhang Guanghong laughed in anger and retorted, "You two had a wedding ceremony, so she's your wife?"
Zhang Siyuan was taken aback, then looked dejected like a defeated rooster.
Yes, he hasn't worn a beautiful red dress with Yingying yet, they haven't had a wedding ceremony together, they haven't slept under the same blanket, Yingying isn't his wife yet...
Mrs. Zhang glanced quietly at her angry husband, then at her grandson who was crestfallen by his words, and glared at him, saying, "Alright, sir, that's enough."
Zhang Guanghong: "..."
Alright, let him go have some tea!
Seeing that her husband didn't continue to provoke their grandson, Madam Zhang turned to her dejected grandson and said, "Yuan'er, you must be tired after a day out, right? Go back, wash up, and rest. If you sleep well tonight, you'll be full of energy tomorrow and won't get distracted when you're reading or recognizing characters."
Zhang Siyuan understood, and immediately rushed back to take a bath, leaving without saying a word, leaving the two elderly people sighing as they watched his retreating figure.
Zhang Guanghong rubbed the bridge of his nose a few times and said, "Go and call Zhang Da and Zhang Er here."
The servant replied, "Yes, sir."
Before long, Zhang Da and Zhang Er arrived. Zhang Guanghong and his wife took turns asking them about the details of their grandson's interactions with Yingying during the day. Zhang Da and Zhang Er recounted everything in detail, and the couple were quite satisfied after listening.
"Very good. From now on, in addition to protecting Yuan'er, you will have an extra task: pay attention to Young Master Ying's attitude towards Yuan'er. When you return, report directly to me. Remember, it must be everything that happened that day, every detail, and... if Yuan'er does anything shocking again, you will have to pull him back."
"Yes, sir." Zhang Da and Zhang Er replied respectfully, neither asking for the reason nor trying to guess their master's thoughts. They simply did as their master instructed.
The next day, Yingying keenly noticed that the two servants beside the silly young master had become unusually focused, staring intently at him and the silly young master, making it difficult for him to ignore them.
There was also the silly young master himself. In addition to bringing him food, he even brought him a book of the Thousand Character Classic. He also showed him a very ambitious and studious look, and then asked him for advice.
Asking for advice is fine, it's just a matter of opening your mouth. But how could the silly young master be so easy to teach? He can ask countless "whys" for just one word, driving Yingying crazy. She really wanted to pry open his skull to see what kind of nonsense was inside, asking so many pointless questions.
At the same time, Yingying was certain that whether it was the surveillance by the two servants or the sudden diligence and eagerness to learn of this silly young master, it was all the idea of the Zhang family elders. She just didn't understand why they did this. Weren't they afraid that their silly grandson would get deeper and deeper into trouble?