The Sweetest Marriage Ch.318

Chapter 318 – Significant Changes

The snowfall persisted on and off for several days, almost nearing the end of January, finally ceasing as the winter sun pierced through the clouds, once again casting its light upon the world, resiliently resisting the cold winds.

This year, the Spring Festival seemed to arrive earlier than usual. By the latter part of January, it was already time for the festival. Not long after New Year’s Day had passed, major universities and colleges began their winter break.

Wei Wei, who had transferred to the F Country, was also on winter break. Fang Yun planned to bring Wei Wei back to celebrate the Spring Festival. At noon that day, it was the exact time when Fang Yun and Wei Wei’s flight landed.

Chen Li and Wei Chen finished lunch and drove straight to the airport. After waiting for about half an hour, they spotted Fang Yun and Wei Wei walking out from the exit.

The moment they saw Fang Yun, both Wei Chen and Chen Li were taken aback. The woman in front of them was too flamboyant, completely different from the recently divorced Fang Yun.

The present Fang Yun had dyed her hair a wine-red color, styled it into big wavy curls, had heavy makeup on her face, and a bright red lipstick that accentuated her full lips. Large sunglasses covered half of Fang Yun’s face, revealing just the right curve of her lower face. She wore a crimson overcoat and a latest-style off-white jumpsuit inside with a high-waisted design that made her legs appear longer. Coupled with heels of about ten centimeters, she seemed significantly taller, making her legs look even longer.

Fang Yun was already a beauty herself. Now, abandoning the simple and dignified style that suited the wealthy, combined with her change in mindset after the divorce, the current Fang Yun, no matter who looked at her, didn’t seem to reveal her true age. At most, she appeared to be in her early thirties, impossible to guess that she was already a grandmother.

Seeing Fang Yun’s transformation, Wei Chen naturally felt happy for her. After a slight moment of surprise, he stepped forward and gave Fang Yun a hug. “Mom, welcome back.”

Fang Yun took off her sunglasses and warmly planted a kiss with her vibrant red lipstick on Wei Chen’s face, laughing, “How do I look? Stunning, right?”

Saying this, she stepped out of Wei Chen’s embrace and spun around in front of Wei Chen and Chen Li.

Her life no longer revolved around a man, and she no longer needed to feel constrained by a man’s opinion, sacrificing herself. She now lived freely and uninhibitedly.

While still within the confines of marriage, Fang Yun was the epitome of an ideal woman, fulfilling every expectation of a high-profile lady from an affluent family. However, beneath these expectations, she was feeble. To maintain the marriage, she suppressed herself, following a predefined path. In a bid to retain her husband and protect her son, she even distanced herself from her own child, forcing smiles to maintain the demeanor of a lady from the Wei family.

But now, all these constraints that weighed upon Fang Yun have vanished. She no longer needs to hold herself back, worrying about Wei Zhenxiong’s volatile temperament. She is now herself—a free individual.

The change in a person’s mindset can easily influence their appearance. The previous Fang Yun carried herself with an air of superiority, portraying a virtuous and graceful demeanor. Though she was beautiful, it was a distant and unapproachable beauty, almost resistant.

However, the current Fang Yun exudes an unrestrained, flamboyant beauty. Even the smiles between her brows and eyes are naturally radiant, without a hint of pretense or arrogance.

Undoubtedly, the present Fang Yun is the most captivating. Wherever she stands, she effortlessly captures everyone’s attention, impossible to look away from.

Fang Yun placed her sunglasses on her collar, greeted Chen Li, and didn’t immediately hug Qiuqiu. Her makeup was a bit heavy, and her nails were adorned with polish, not suitable for holding a child. So, she played with Qiuqiu from a distance for a while.

Qiuqiu wasn’t shy at all, giggling and giving Fang Yun face. Fang Yun couldn’t resist this laughter, feeling an overwhelming tenderness. She wished she could immediately remove her makeup, hug Qiuqiu close, and give him a good squeeze. This was her chubby grandson after all!

After exchanging greetings with Fang Yun, Wei Chen shifted his gaze to Wei Wei. He was at the stage of growing taller now. Not seeing each other for over half a year, he had grown noticeably.

Wei Chen reached out and ruffled Wei Wei’s hair. “Tired?”

Wei Wei shook his head. “Not tired, slept on the plane.”

Wei Wei had also changed quite a bit. Having gone through things he shouldn’t have at a young age, he had lost the innocence in his eyes. His previous dominant personality had completely transformed. He appeared calm and quiet, standing beside Fang Yun without saying much.

Wei Wei’s change couldn’t be deemed entirely good or bad. He was still young, with infinite possibilities ahead. Wei Chen only hoped that Wei Wei hadn’t smoothed out all his edges.

After briefly chatting about old times, the group retrieved their luggage and headed back home. By the time they reached Wei Chen’s house, more than forty minutes had passed. The sunlight outside was bright, offering a hint of warmth amidst the cold winter.

Inside the house, thanks to the heating, it felt as warm as spring. Once the door was shut, the chill from outside was completely shut out. With the upper and lower floors connected, even with Fang Yun and Wei Wei moving in, there was enough room. After Wei Chen settled Fang Yun and Wei Wei into their respective rooms, he headed to the kitchen to prepare a sumptuous dinner, welcoming Fang Yun and Wei Wei properly.

Fang Yun, upon entering her room, immediately removed her makeup, changed into comfortable home clothes, and eagerly went downstairs. She couldn’t wait to take Qiuqiu from Chen Li’s hands. Who knows how long she had been waiting from the moment they left the airport to get her hands on him.

To Qiuqiu, Fang Yun was a stranger. Although Fang Yun had taken care of him for a while when he was born, what could a tiny infant remember? Fortunately, Qiuqiu wasn’t shy. He didn’t cry when Fang Yun held him; instead, he sat quietly in her arms, playing with a small car model.

“Time flies. The last time I held Qiuqiu, he was just a little one. Now he’s so big,” Fang Yun said, feeling the weight of Qiuqiu in her arms, unable to resist a sigh.

Chen Li glanced at Qiuqiu, a bit puzzled by Fang Yun’s mistaken impression of the little one. Qiuqiu had been a chubby little fellow from birth, now even more so—a bundle of softness with arms and legs like lotus roots.

When Qiuqiu heard his name, he looked up at Fang Yun and grinned widely, his mouth wide open, eyes shining.

Fang Yun, oblivious to Qiuqiu’s intentions, still smiled and said, “Our big Qiuqiu is so adorable, isn’t he?” Her voice carried immense affection that couldn’t be hidden.

Qiuqiu continued grinning at Fang Yun.

“Mom, Qiuqiu wants you to praise his teeth,” Chen Li, aware of Qiuqiu’s intentions, gently pinched Qiuqiu’s tender cheeks, teasingly saying.

Qiuqiu heard Chen Li’s voice, turned to look at her, and grinned even wider.

Qiuqiu had just grown two tiny teeth on his upper gum. This time, however, Qiuqiu didn’t think much of his teeth because when his two upper teeth grew, Wei Chen and Chen Li praised him a lot for growing teeth so quickly.

Qiuqiu was well aware of the praise he received, developing a habit of smiling widely and showing off his teeth whenever someone approached him. Whether it was Chen Li, Wei Chen, Chen Yunlan, or others, they all praised Qiuqiu whenever he displayed his teeth, making him giggle and allowing them to cuddle him.

This silly trait, who knows where it came from.

Fang Yun, naturally a doting grandmother, immediately caught on when Chen Li mentioned Qiuqiu’s teeth. Looking at his teeth, she sincerely said, “Our Qiuqiu is amazing. Let Grandma see how many teeth you’ve grown now?”

Qiuqiu may or may not have understood, but as Fang Yun finished speaking, he immediately opened his mouth wide, “Ah!”

Fang Yun counted aloud, “One, two, three, four—wow, Qiuqiu has grown four teeth already! Amazing!”

Qiuqiu laughed and nestled into Fang Yun’s embrace, giggling away.

Fang Yun felt overwhelmed. How could her eldest grandson be so adorable? She felt like her heart was melting, as if infused with honey, delightfully sweet.

Later in the evening, Chen Yunlan returned from his sketching trip. Carrying a portfolio on his back, he was surprised to see Fang Yun in the living room. Fang Yun’s aura was indeed different from half a year ago. Even now, dressed simply in home clothes without makeup, she remained stunningly attractive.

It seemed Fang Yun had moved on from that failed marriage. Naturally, Chen Yunlan was happy for Fang Yun. After exchanging pleasantries, Chen Yunlan changed into different attire and went to the kitchen to help Wei Chen with cooking.

As nightfall enveloped the world, the dining table at Wei Chen and Chen Li’s home was filled with various dishes. As the last dish was placed on the table, the doorbell rang.

Chen Li went to open the door and found Jiang Ye and Lan Xiping there.

After New Year’s, Jiang Ye and Lan Xiping had moved out of their dorm at Q University. Jiang Ye had purchased a house in this neighborhood. Once they moved out, they began their genuine cohabitation. The two families occasionally visited each other, and on holidays, they spent time together.

Inevitably, their bond grew stronger. Qiuqiu had long become the godson of Lan Xiping and Jiang Ye.

Wei Chen and Chen Yunlan had prepared a huge feast and naturally called Jiang Ye and Lan Xiping to join them for dinner.

Jiang Ye and Lan Xiping didn’t come empty-handed. They brought a toy for Qiuqiu, who was thrilled and held the toy close, smiling broadly.

Of course, Qiuqiu didn’t forget to show off his four newly grown teeth in front of his two godfathers. Lan Xiping and Jiang Ye understood Qiuqiu’s thoughts and praised him, making Qiuqiu giggle happily, and reaching out to be cuddled.

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