Chapter 153 - Take the Train
Both of them purchased train tickets and headed to the train station. Gu Yuehuan, already at the station, was in the process of buying some dry snacks for their journey. However, a hint of unease lingered within her, prompting her to voice her concerns to Huo Qingyue. “Yue, are we really going to the north city like this without informing Mom? What if she can't find us later? Could she possibly think we've abandoned her?”
“No, I understand her character well. If we don't do this now… she'll surely assume the worst. Don't worry about me. We'll be away for about a week, and when we return, we can explain everything to her.”
Huo Qingyue was aware of his mother's past behavior, having grown accustomed to bossing people around. This was an opportunity to teach her a valuable lesson. Without instilling a sense of urgency, she might continue to be so overbearing.
Gu Yuehuan agreed with this assessment. Given the circumstances, they had no other choice. If they were to explain things too thoroughly to her mother-in-law, she might not permit them to leave. Thus, Gu Yuehuan decided to go for a checkup and show the results to her mother-in-law upon her return, ensuring that she could see her well-being for herself.
They began to check their tickets while deep in thought and proceeded to enter the train station, bags in tow.
Gu Yuehuan had never ridden a train before, not in her previous life and not in this one. In her earlier life, when she left for Sea City, she opted for bus travel due to its affordability.
Boarding a train for the first time, she found the experience exhilarating, especially considering she had never been to the north city. The north city, being a sprawling capital, drew the aspirations of many. However, numerous people never got the opportunity to visit the North City during their lifetimes, primarily due to the high travel expenses and time constraints. Many individuals spent their entire lives in small towns, unable to venture out.
She couldn't help but recall that if she hadn't been sold to a chemical plant in her previous life, she might have pursued higher education in the North City. Her life might have taken a different trajectory.
Gu Yuehuan was now on the train with Huo Qingyue, trying to locate her assigned seat. Her inexperience with train travel made her anxious about following him correctly, fearing she might get lost or embarrass herself along the way.
She trailed behind Huo Qingyue as they reclined on the bed in their compartment. The conditions in the leading carriage were far from ideal; the windows could be opened, and some daring individuals even climbed through, but it wasn't too troublesome due to it being a hard sleeper compartment. However, the real predicament was being forced to share their space with others, creating a chaotic and crowded atmosphere.
The hard sleeper compartment didn't offer much in terms of comfort, and it had a rather pungent odor. Nonetheless, the windows were operable, allowing fresh air to circulate from outside.
Once Gu Yuehuan took her seat, Huo Qingyue settled down beside her. Shortly after, the train began its journey, and vendors started to make their rounds.
Some of the vendors were peddling lunchboxes. The train's own meal options were rumored to be both pricey and unappetizing, so Gu Yuehuan had thought ahead and brought some pickled and dried snacks. With mealtime approaching, they retrieved their stash.
They had an assortment of buns and flatbreads, enough to satisfy their hunger.
Lin Chuchu had eagerly gone to the office today, curious to observe Huo Qingyue's reaction. She had arrived early in the morning, hoping to witness an amusing response. It was clear that his expression wasn't pleasant, as a man's inability to father a child was considered a disgrace.
However, upon his arrival, he discovered that Huo Qingyue was nowhere to be found, leaving him equally perplexed. Where had Huo Qingyue suddenly disappeared to?
She inquired about it once, and everyone mentioned that he had gone to a major city with his wife. They didn't divulge the purpose of the trip but emphasized the city's significance.
Lin Chuchu couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss. Why had he embarked on a journey to a bustling city?
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