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Ye Kui lit up a poorly made cigarette, took a few puffs, stared at his son through the swirling smoke, and asked in a slightly hoarse voice: "Ye Han, why are you back so late today?"

Ye Han answered honestly: "I made a mistake in class and was called into the office by the class teacher to criticize and educate me! But Teacher Xia saw that I had a good attitude in admitting my mistakes and quickly put me back!"

Ye Kui sighed and didn't say anything unpleasant. He had long been used to it being his second son who was detained by the teacher for criticism. This time, he didn't ask his parents to take it back, which was considered a lenient treatment.

"Ye Han, the teacher's criticism of you is all for your own good. You can't have any resentment in your heart!" Yang Xiuying advised from the side.

Ye Han smiled and nodded: "I know. I have made a promise to Teacher Xia that I will study hard in the future, respect my teachers, care for my classmates, and be filial to my parents... Dad, Mom, I have done too many wrong things in the past and caused you too much trouble. I am really sorry! Don't worry, starting from today, I will definitely change my ways and be a new person, so that you can be proud of me! Good words are worse than good actions. Just watch my actions from now on!"

Seeing the second son straighten up and standing there, patting his chest and swearing, both Yang Xiuying and Ye Kui had an unreal feeling. This time when the second son came back from school, his eyes, temperament, expression, and words and deeds were completely different from before. If they hadn't spotted the small mole behind the left ear of the second son, they would have really suspected that the second son had been tricked.

In any case, it is always gratifying for the second son to say such words. For a moment, Yang Xiuying and Ye Kui looked at Ye Han with their eyes full of happiness and satisfaction. They thought that if the second son really knows how to study hard and be filial to his parents in the future, then no matter how hard and tired they are, it will be worth it!

Ye Kui was so excited that he took a few puffs of cigarette. Maybe he smoked too quickly, causing a violent cough, which made Yang Xiuying complain.

Ye Han chuckled, walked over to pat his father's back, and saw his father suddenly covering his stomach with one hand, with a look of pain on his face. His eyes swept over his dark face, his brows furrowed slightly, and he said, "Dad, have you been feeling sick to your stomach lately?"

Yang Xiuying sighed and said: "Your dad has chronic gastritis. He has been suffering from it for many years. It is sometimes mild and sometimes severe. He had abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting a few days ago. I took him to the hospital for a checkup. The doctor said that this disease cannot be cured, so he can only be kept... Alas!"

Ye Han thought for a while and said: "I have a friend's relative who is an old Chinese medicine doctor who is very good at treating stomach problems. I will ask him for a prescription later, and I guarantee that it can cure dad's stomach problems!"

Ye Kui had been sick for several years. He had been to all the major hospitals in the city and suffered from countless stomach problems. His condition could only be alleviated, but could not be cured. He was already a little desperate. Hearing this, he said: "You, study hard in the future, and my disease will be half cured."

Yang Xiuying said, "Ye Han, are you telling the truth? That's a good relationship. If you have time, go get a recipe and let your dad try it later."

After a pause, seeing that it was getting late, he added: "Today is the weekend, and there are more people visiting the square than usual. I estimate that the stalls can be sold out early tonight! You three, if you don't want to study tonight, just talk together or watch TV for a while. Your dad and I are leaving!"

"Dad, Mom, wait a minute! I'll go to the stall with you!" Ye Han said, ran to the kitchen and picked up two hot buns and a pickled radish, eating as he walked, followed his parents out of the house, and headed towards Jinghu Square.

Jinghu Square has been built for many years and is as big as a football field. There are many plants and flowers planted in the center of the square, and there are rockery fountains, pavilions and pavilions dotted around it. In addition, some sports equipment is set up around the square for citizens to exercise. Now this square has become the main place for nearby residents to exercise and relax in the morning and evening. Every day in the evening, the flow of people is even greater, and vendors from all over the world will gather here to sell all kinds of food, drink and entertainment.

Ye Han's house is about two miles away from Jinghu Square. They have a fixed stall on the south side of the square near the highway. As long as it's not raining, they will basically sell here for a period of time every day.

Ye Han and his parents pushed the trolley to the usual stall location, and together they moved the things from the trolley and set them up. Since he didn't know how to wrap and place wontons, he had to do some chores on the side, carrying bowls and handing chopsticks.

Ye Kui and Yang Xiuying have been setting up a stall here for two or three years. They mainly sell wontons. They are honest and kind in their business. The wontons they make are thin and filling and taste good. Their portions are generous, so they have attracted many repeat customers. Not long after their stall was set up, several small dining tables were filled with customers.

Er'er seemed to be a completely different person today. Not only did he vow to study hard, but he also became much more well-behaved and sensible. He also knew how to love and care for his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Ye Kui were in a good mood. From the moment they walked out of the house, they had smiles on their faces. Today's business was also particularly prosperous. Customers came one after another, and the small money jar was quickly filled with colorful banknotes.

Around seven o'clock in the evening, many citizens walked around the square with their young and old after eating, making the square even more lively.

Among the crowd, a silver-haired old man was walking slowly, supported by a young girl. The old man had a relaxed and comfortable smile on his face. From time to time, he turned his head and said something to the girl. The girl smiled sweetly and nodded repeatedly.

The silver-haired old man is in his sixties, slightly chubby, with a rosy complexion, simple clothes, and a kind smile. He has an aura of a superior person who is not angry and self-respecting. Anyone with a discerning eye can tell at a glance that he is either a wealthy man or a high-ranking official.

As for the girl, she looked to be no more than sixteen or seventeen years old. She had picturesque features and a graceful figure. Her whole body was filled with an intellectual and charming beauty. Her fair and jade-like skin glowed with a faint halo under the light, as if from a painting.The saintly fairy who walked out had a small bow on the ribbon around the waist of her black windbreaker, and the long ponytail on the back of her head swung from side to side when she walked, giving people a youthful, smart and cute feeling.

There were many tourists in the square, and everyone's eyes were wandering around, looking at the surrounding scenery, but when the girl appeared, almost everyone's eyes were focused on her, and then they were stunned for a moment. Everyone was amazed by the girl's beauty.