Chapter 871: Display of Affection

Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Huo Jing stood still, patting Su Li’s back with what he thought was a gentle force.

Su Li coughed violently, hearing Huo Jing say, “You’re Su Shen’s second son, right? Your taste is quite good. Strong, rough men have a certain charm. Eat more, work more, and you’ll grow up to be strong and sturdy! Su Shen, your sister is here too? Where’s your pretty wife?”

Su Li choked a little, nodding in agreement. He wanted to be as robust and strong as this uncle, but not as naive. This uncle had mistaken his mother for his father’s sister.

Huo Jing searched the room, but found no woman who looked like Su Shen’s wife.

Jin Long, hearing this, patted his back and laughed heartily, “Jing, Brother Shen’s wife is right in front of you!”

Jin Long had met Huo Jing several times because of Su Shen. The Huo and Jin families also had business dealings in Guangcheng, so even though they didn’t meet often, they were familiar with each other.

Su Shen ignored Huo Jing’s poor observation skills and spoke directly to Gu Zi beside him, “Ah Zi, this is the man I mentioned who is participating in the rescue mission with us. His eyesight isn’t very good, don’t mind him.”

Huo Jing, who had initially felt apologetic for not recognizing Su Shen’s wife, was a bit dissatisfied when Su Shen downplayed their relationship. He complained, “Su Shen, you’re really something. The girl is still so young, how could you? Can you blame me for getting it wrong? If you were a bit older, I’d believe you if you said she was your daughter.

“Introducing me like this after being brothers in life and death for over a decade? Really, I don’t even consider you a brother anymore, you heartless man.”

Su Shen, of course, couldn’t admit it and retorted, “You did it on purpose, knowing full well that my wife and three children came to the capital, you insisted she was my sister. What were you thinking?”

Gu Zi didn’t understand. How did these two start arguing out of nowhere? Their argument sounded like a squabble between primary school students, each one trying to outdo the other in pettiness. If it weren’t for their injuries, they might have come to blows.

These two grown men, each as sturdy as a mountain, acting so childishly when they were together, was that really okay?

Not only was Gu Zi dumbfounded, but Su Li was also taken aback. He quietly asked Gu Zi, “Mom, why are this uncle and dad arguing? Are they not on good terms?”

Gu Zi, being an adult, naturally saw things more clearly. She chuckled softly, saying, “They must have a good relationship to argue so passionately. Don’t make assumptions. Go, fetch a chair. Let’s invite Uncle Huo to sit down and watch them bicker. Let’s see how long they can keep it up.”

Su Li obediently fetched a chair and placed it at the foot of Su Shen’s bed. From there, he could sit face-to-face with Su Shen. However, upon hearing Gu Zi’s words, Su Shen ignored Huo Jing, pulling Gu Zi to sit next to him on the bed.

Huo Jing let out a surprised “Eh” and was on the verge of cursing. He thought Su Shen was out of line. Just because he had a wife, he thought he could show off in front of everyone, pulling his wife to his side without any shame. He used to pretend to be indifferent to women!

Jin Long watched Huo Jing’s reaction to being force-fed this display of affection and couldn’t help but laugh heartily. That’s right, such a display was meant to be shared among many, making it all the more enjoyable!

Seeing that the two had stopped arguing, Gu Zi finally took out the snacks she had prepared for her guests who had come to visit Su Shen. She said, “Mr. Huo, these are some southern snacks I made. Please try them and see if they suit your taste.”

Su Bing helped serve the guests, bringing a cup of black tea to Huo Jing. “Uncle Huo, these pastries go well with black tea. They’re especially delicious.”

Huo Jing broke into a smile, his beard moving along with his mouth as he spoke. He sat down and said grandly, “Our team leader’s wife and son are indeed generous. I don’t usually enjoy sweet things, but for the sake of my sister-in-law, I’ll try one.”

Although Huo Jing was from the south, he was a typical northerner in his tastes, a rough man who didn’t care for sweet, soft, or sticky foods. However, since the snacks were handmade by Su Shen’s wife, he felt obliged to at least try one, out of respect for her.

However, he was quickly proven wrong. He picked up a pastry and took a bite. The taste was fragrant and not at all sticky. He chewed slowly, his eyes widening in surprise. He took a big gulp of the black tea. The faint sweetness of the pastry mixed with the fruity aroma of the tea, bringing him a perfectly balanced sweetness. Without thinking, he reached for another pastry.

Before he knew it, he had eaten four, then eight, then ten. In the end, Huo Jing had finished all the pastries in the box.