After Divorce: Why My Aloof Ex Starts Chasing Me?

Chapter 313: Longing for Time Alone Together

Shen Qingqing is the youngest in the office, while the other female teachers all have children.

The older ones even have more than one child.

They are very experienced in knowing which baby formula is good.

Shen Qingqing can figure it out with just one phone call.

Sometimes, she can be quite impatient.

She brought up the topic of baby formula at the dinner table, and after dinner, she made a call to inquire about it.

Even though there’s still some time before her leave ends, it’s good to make arrangements early and have peace of mind.

After sorting out the children’s matters, Madam Jiang asked Shen Qingqing and Jiang Zhixun to go for a walk.

"You’re always at home taking care of the kids, and have no time to go out. With me and Sister Zhou at home, nothing will happen. You just need to return in time to feed Xiao Man and Xiao Xi."

Madam Jiang can also get some fresh air when she goes out shopping for groceries.

Shen Qingqing, being responsible for feeding, truly feels held back by the two little ones.

Leaving the house is difficult.

Unless it’s just a stroll around the neighborhood.

Letting the couple go out for a walk not only relaxes them but also strengthens their relationship.

How nice!

Shen Qingqing also wants to go outside for a walk. Staying at home all day, even with the little babies for company, can get boring.

But she occasionally wants to go out for some fresh air, have some couple time with Jiang Zhixun.

Or spend some time alone.

Without the children.

Just being Shen Qingqing.

Not just the mother of two children.

Jiang Zhixun and Shen Qingqing have a tacit understanding, often he knows what she wants without her having to say it.

"Then let’s go out for a walk, it’s still early before bedtime."

If you stay cooped up at home all the time, your mood will surely be suppressed.

Taking care of children isn’t easy. There’s so much to do every day, changing diapers, feeding, coaxing them to sleep, and constantly watching over them, removing all obstacles for them.

If the children feel uncomfortable, it’s total chaos.

Even one child in another family can tire them out.

They have two!

It’s really exhausting!

For his wife’s physical and mental well-being, Jiang Zhixun thinks taking her out for a walk is a good choice.

The old man wanted to spend more time watching the children, so he told Shen Qingqing, "No need to rush back. If they get hungry, I’ll send someone to find you."

Shen Qingqing was amused, "With your attitude, someone might think you don’t want us to come back home."

The old man’s eyes were glued to the sleeping faces of the two little babies.

Their cheeks puffed, all chubby.

And they were so fair.

Looking like little white buns, everyone who sees them compliments their cuteness.

The old man cherished the two little ones so much that he didn’t bother with Shen Qingqing and Jiang Zhixun.

He waved his hand, "Stop dawdling, hurry up and go out to play. If you keep talking here, you’ll wake Xiao Man and Xiao Xi."

This must be what losing favor feels like, Shen Qingqing realized.

Turning to look at Jiang Zhixun, she whispered, "So this is the kind of life you lead."

Jiang Zhixun held Shen Qingqing’s hand, "Now we’re in the same boat. With so many people looking after the little ones, we can relax a bit."

Shen Qingqing cast another glance at her son and daughter before reluctantly going out.

It’s rare to see her out for a walk, so people passing by asked a few questions about Shen Qingqing and the children.

"Next time bring the kids along to play, let them see the trees and grass, it’s beneficial."

"Is it that Zhixun is back home and only wants to have some couple time? That’s not right, as a mother, children should come first."

Shen Qingqing patiently explained, "Xiao Man and Xiao Xi are sleeping at home. Disturbing their sleep could affect their physical development."

"You’re truly fortunate to have married into such a nice family, having so many people to help take care of the kids. When I was young, after the confinement, we had to work, and no one helped with the kids, we had to handle it all ourselves."

Shen Qingqing laughed, "I do feel fortunate. My in-laws are open-minded, and they help me with everything without gossiping. Such qualities are worth learning from. In the future, when I’m a mother-in-law, I’ll treat my daughter-in-law well."

The person speaking was a bit taken aback.

What Shen Qingqing said seemed like a subtle jab at her.

Jiang Zhixun gave a fake cough, "A distinguished woman like Teacher Shen marrying me is my good fortune."

Shen Qingqing gave him a playful look, this guy really knows how to sweet-talk.

Li Hongyan walked by and overheard.

It’s just having two children, no need to elevate Shen Qingqing to such acclaim.

To think that the previously aloof Jiang Zhixun could change so much after remarrying Shen Qingqing.

Saying nice things to please Shen Qingqing in front of others.

Truly shameless!

She said sourly, "Of course, Teacher Shen is outstanding, not just at work but she’s even better at having children, giving birth to two at once. In our courtyard, you can’t find a more capable young wife than her."

Li Hongyan suddenly ’ah-ed’, as if recalling something.

"Everyone used to say Teacher Shen has a good temper, gentle as a little rabbit. I thought they were wrong then, but looking back now, isn’t Teacher Shen just like a rabbit? With these children, she gave birth to a litter, almost like a sow.’

Jiang Zhixun’s eyes turned cold, "People say you love to gossip, a stupid and nasty blabbermouth. I used to think they were wrong, thinking you just had a loose tongue. But looking back now, you are indeed stupid and nasty."

"Qingqing being able to have twins is her ability. If you’re jealous, just say so, no need to be so sarcastic and annoying."

When it comes to people and things he dislikes, Jiang Zhixun chooses to stay away.

This was the first time he scolded someone.

To defend his children and protect his loved one.

When others show malice openly, if he still worries about appearances and doesn’t stand by his wife’s side, then he would be a jerk.

And unworthy of being Shen Qingqing’s husband!

Li Hongyan thought Jiang Zhixun would at most just walk away with Shen Qingqing.

Unexpectedly, he actually insulted her.

Her face turned red then white, extremely embarrassed.

Shen Qingqing grinned brightly and gave Jiang Zhixun a reproachful look, "Knowing they’re envious, you so blatantly say it, without worrying about hurting their feelings."

She then said to Li Hongyan, "He’s just like that, says whatever he thinks, can’t lie, don’t mind him."

Li Hongyan was furious but had to pretend she didn’t mind Jiang Zhixun’s words.

"If I had known you wouldn’t be happy, I wouldn’t have come to speak with you."

Shen Qingqing nodded, "Just don’t come next time."

Li Hongyan: "..."

She left in a huff.

Seeing that the couple was not to be trifled with, the older woman who spoke earlier didn’t dare say anything against Shen Qingqing again.

Fearing Jiang Zhixun might scold her too.

She feigned a laugh, "Having more children brings more blessings. Being able to birth two at once is your talent, some people are just jealous and talk nonsense. Qingqing, don’t take it to heart."

Of course, Shen Qingqing wouldn’t take it to heart.

They aren’t important people.

She exchanged a few words and continued walking with Jiang Zhixun.

With children at home, they still worried, so they returned home before it got dark.