707: Chapter 696: You Guys Should Get Married 707: Chapter 696: You Guys Should Get Married In the living room, Lan Kexin’s mother sat on a somewhat worn but well-maintained sofa, absentmindedly watching the somewhat grayish television.
In the kitchen, her daughter and her daughter’s boyfriend were busy.
Upon hearing from the villain Lan Haishan that Lan Kexin had a boyfriend, her mother’s first reaction wasn’t how capable Ning Fan was reputed to be according to Lan Haishan, but whether Ning Fan was a good person who could protect her daughter.
Lan Kexin’s mother did not want her daughter to end up like her, unfortunate in relationships and stuck with a despicable man like Lan Haishan.
Towards Lan Haishan, Lan Kexin’s mother felt no love, only resignation; but for Lan Kexin, she harbored the greatest hopes, wishing her daughter would grow up healthy.
Lan Kexin also lived up to her hardworking mother’s expectations.
Although she faced some unpleasant episodes in life due to Lan Haishan, she had come through strong.
After her first year working at Xu Corporation, Lan Kexin achieved considerable success and immediately thought of moving her mother to a better life.
However, Lan Kexin’s mother did not agree and chose to stay here, accustomed as she was to this place and content as long as her daughter was doing well.
“Kexin, take it out.”
Ning Fan scooped the cooked dish into a plate, then handed it to Lan Kexin.
Taking the plate, Lan Kexin went to the living room and served the dish on the table.
The house was small, so the living room also served as the dining area.
This was also where Lan Kexin had spent her childhood.
“There’s one last dish, Kexin, you stay with your aunt.
No need to come in here, I can manage on my own.”
Ning Fan’s voice came from the kitchen.
A table full of lavish dinner was already set, and the room was filled with delicious aromas.
Lan Kexin sat with her mother, chatting about something.
“Daughter, I think this Ning Fan is quite good, why don’t we plan the wedding by New Year?”
Lan Kexin’s mother whispered, holding her daughter’s hands.
She had looked him over thoroughly and was thoroughly satisfied with Ning Fan.
She did not care about his background, but she could feel that Ning Fan was a considerate man who was family oriented, and she could completely trust him with her daughter Lan Kexin.
At her mother’s suggestion, Lan Kexin blushed and said shyly, “Mom, nothing’s set in stone yet…
it’s still early.”
She didn’t dare to tell her mother that Ning Fan was not actually her boyfriend.
Yet, her mother’s words had made Lan Kexin develop a significant fondness for Ning Fan.
It would be wonderful if Ning Fan were truly her boyfriend.
But hopes aside, reality was another matter.
Lan Kexin hadn’t lost her reason; although she liked Ning Fan and knew her feelings meant she liked him, she was too shy to express it and also afraid Ning Fan might reject her.
Moreover, after hearing Ning Fan’s story, learning about Huo Qiuran and Ning Fan’s situation, Lan Kexin felt a protective instinct kick in, making her intentionally want to distance herself from Ning Fan.
The issue of the dramatic bride-snatching had been a hot topic in Zhonghai, and of course, Lan Kexin knew about it and had linked it to Ning Fan, as he had left right after telling that story, and the incident had spread when he returned.
Compared to Huo Qiuran, Lan Kexin felt inferior and did not want to intrude between them.
Had it not been for her mother’s insistence on meeting Ning Fan, Lan Kexin might have continued to avoid him.
“It’s getting late, and I don’t even know if I will be able to see you get married and have children.”
“Mom, what are you talking about?
You’re still so robust, you’re definitely going to live a long life!”
Lan Kexin said excitedly, her hands involuntarily tightening around her mother’s.
In fact, to afford Lan Kexin’s education and to deal with the creditors brought on by Lan Haishan’s troubles, Lan Kexin’s mother had already overexerted herself.
Her physical health had deteriorated significantly, making her appear much older than her peers.
Take her hands now, for example; though Lan Kexin had warmed them up, her mother’s health wasn’t good due to the previous hard work, which had left her with many chronic issues.
“The last dish is coming!”
Ning Fan came out of the kitchen, carrying a pot of soup.
His voice awakened both Lan Kexin and her mother.
“Auntie, Kexin, let’s eat!”
Ning Fan set down the soup pot and then waved to both of them.
Lan Kexin and her mother approached and took seats opposite each other, while Ning Fan sat in the middle.
“Auntie, I saw so many Chinese yams in the kitchen and some prescriptions, so I made a medicinal dish to help nourish your body.
For the remaining prescriptions, I have modified them a bit.
The doses are smaller, but the effect is better.
Here’s the new list.
From now on, all you have to do is hand it to the pharmacist and have them prepare it according to this list, regardless of its contents,” he said.
Ning Fan pushed the carefully prepared medicinal dish in front of Lan Kexin, and the two women at the table widened their eyes in surprise.
Especially Lan Kexin’s mother, who, upon receiving the list Ning Fan had written in the kitchen, couldn’t help but ask curiously, “You understand this too?”
Traditional Chinese medicine is not something most people understand.
The first image that comes to mind is likely an old man with white hair, yet Ning Fan, so young, spoke as if he was experienced, which greatly shocked Lan Kexin’s mother.
Lan Kexin herself was also gazing at Ning Fan in a daze.
When she snapped out of it, her heart was filled with emotion.
“Auntie, I am a practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine.
You can trust me.
For Kexin’s sake, we’re practically family, and I would never harm you.
The doctor who previously prescribed your medicine wasn’t wrong; I just made some minor improvements and added a few more herbs.
The effect is better now, and it’s beneficial for your health.
Also, this medicinal dish can be made and eaten regularly.
It has the effects of nourishing the heart, strengthening the kidneys, enhancing lung function, and fortifying the spleen.
I guarantee that within six months, it will eliminate the internal cold and cure the disease!”
Ning Fan spoke confidently.
He didn’t need others to tell him about the condition of Lan Kexin’s mother.
With just one look, he could determine her health status with great accuracy.
Moreover, the herbs he found in the kitchen only further confirmed his diagnosis of Lan Kexin’s mother’s ailment.
“If you’re worried, after we eat, I can take your pulse and check further, refining the prescription a bit if necessary,” he suggested.
The medicinal dish Ning Fan prepared, along with the new prescription, were already sufficient.
As long as Lan Kexin’s mother followed his instructions and took her medicine, her body would slowly recover to a healthy state within half a year, moving beyond her current sub-health condition.
The reason he spoke this way was to alleviate any concerns from Lan Kexin’s mother.
“No need, no need.
We’re all family here; why would I be afraid you would harm me?”
“Hahahaha!”