Chapter 479: Chapter 479: Spread Too Thin, Wasting Talent

Seeing that her younger brother and sister didn’t want to go, Zhao Nuanyue didn’t press the issue. Instead, she reassured Hua Yusen, "It’s okay. If they don’t want to go, we won’t make them."

Since Zhao Nuanyue had said as much, Hua Yusen stopped trying to persuade them.

By the time they finished tidying up, it was already past ten at night. Zhao Nuanyue had worked incredibly hard today, and she began snoring softly the moment she lay down on the bed.

Gazing at Zhao Nuanyue’s tired expression as she slept, Hua Yusen’s heart ached for her. ’I should be free the afternoon after next. I’ll go find Director Zhang and get them to give up the front courtyard.’

’Even though we signed an agreement that was settled through negotiation, as long as I offer them enough benefits, I’m sure Director Zhang won’t turn down a good deal just to insist on staying here.’

He just hadn’t wanted to be so explicit in front of Zhao Nuanyue earlier, as it would make him seem like someone who’d stop at nothing to get his way.

’Once we have a maid at home, Nuanyue will be freed from the burden of housework. She’ll have more time to study, rest, and enjoy herself.’

’For instance, if Zhao Nuanyue hadn’t spent all day toiling over the New Year’s preparations, we would have already washed up, turned off the lights, and started doing the most wonderful thing a married couple can do.’

Although Hua Yusen was aroused, when he saw how exhausted Zhao Nuanyue was, he could only suppress his physical desires.

It was all because he didn’t want to tire her out.

He doted on her and loved her, so he would give her all the care in the world whenever she needed it.

Zhao Nuanyue was curled up on Hua Yusen’s chest. Having shifted her position, she was no longer snoring, her soft breaths making her seem like an obedient little kitten.

Hua Yusen lovingly stroked Zhao Nuanyue’s long hair, his heart filled with immense sweetness and bliss.

’This is my little wife!’

’This is my beautiful, precious wife!’

’The one who will spend the rest of her life with me, the one I’ll grow old with.’

When he was at work, Hua Yusen would always find his thoughts drifting to Zhao Nuanyue in his spare moments.

’Is she tired from work today? Did she eat well? Sleep well? Is she happy?’

That’s why every day after work, Hua Yusen would turn down all social engagements and head straight home, wanting only to hear Zhao Nuanyue’s laughter and see her smile as soon as possible.

Hua Yusen now finally understood something Chen Lei had once told him: you don’t realize how wonderful and joyful it is to have a wife until you’re married.

When he held Zhao Nuanyue’s hand and strolled by the lake, he savored the peace and tranquility. When they trained hard together in the practice room, drenched in sweat, he relished her strength and tenacity. And when they lay together in their little love nest, he enjoyed the ultimate pleasure and ecstasy even more, wishing he could remain immersed in that bliss forever.

From their first meeting to becoming confidants, then falling in love, and now committing to each other for life—they had taken each step of their journey on solid ground. Although they had faced some difficulties and setbacks along the way, they had overcome them by working together, trusting each other, and loving each other. Supporting one another, they had made it to where they were today.

Hua Yusen understood that this happiness was hard-won, which made him cherish it all the more.

His mind filled with emotion, scenes of his time with Zhao Nuanyue replaying in his head, Hua Yusen slowly drifted off to sleep.

Such memories were bound to bring beautiful dreams.

In his dream, he and Zhao Nuanyue were running through a sea of flowers, chasing and playing with each other...

...running together toward the distant horizon...

「The next morning」

Since they had already made arrangements, they split up after breakfast to deliver holiday gifts to their loved ones.

Zhang Hong drove Zhao Nuan Yang to Master Hu’s place, while Zhao Nuanyue, Hua Yusen, and Little Red Carp went to Immortal Grass Hall in his car.

"Madam," Zhao Nuanyue said with a smile, "I prepared some New Year’s treats, and Yu Sen’s work unit gave us some as well. The peanuts and melon seeds were raw, so I roasted them myself. They taste pretty good, so I hope you’ll enjoy them."

Madam Sun was very pleased with Zhao Nuanyue’s skills. She said with a playful reproach, "Oh, you’re just being modest. I know perfectly well how good your cooking is. Still, this is your and Yu Sen’s first year of marriage. It’s not easy to get a household established, so you really shouldn’t have prepared so much for us."

"Haha, our income and benefits are quite good, so we have no problem with basic living expenses, and we can even afford to treat ourselves now and then. Besides, it’s our duty as the younger generation to show respect to our elders," Zhao Nuanyue said gratefully. "Master taught me medicine, and you, Madam, taught me about navigating social situations, the importance of reciprocity, and how to conduct myself. I’ve taken it all to heart and have never dared to forget. So please, don’t be so formal with me."

Madam Sun’s gaze on Zhao Nuanyue grew even more affectionate. She nodded and said, "Ah, you’re a good child. I understand your kind intentions. Your master and I often talk about you, and we are very impressed with the progress you’ve made in your medical skills. However, since you’ve gotten married, it’s clear you’ve been spending less time on your studies. Your master often worries that you’ll let them slide and waste your incredible talent. Since you’re here today, I thought it would be a good time to bring it up and ask... are you facing some difficulties in your life?"

’So it wasn’t just Hua Yusen who’d noticed. It turns out my master and his wife have also sensed that I’ve been slacking off.’

’Looks like I really do need to get a maid. Housework is taking up too much of my time, leaving me completely swamped.’

’Although I don’t feel tired or find it a hardship, spending all day on chores takes up so much time that I can’t study medicine properly or spend more time with my family. My priorities really have gotten mixed up.’

Madam Sun’s words made Zhao Nuanyue pause. She then gave a wry smile and sighed. "After getting married, I started focusing more on my family, and the housework, in particular, has been taking up too much of my time. Yu Sen actually mentioned getting a maid yesterday. He wants to free me from all the chores so I can focus on my medical studies and my learning."

"I thought so!" Madam Sun smiled. "Yu Sen is right, you should definitely get a maid. Those trivial chores waste too much of your time and energy. Even though you do housework for your family, your talent isn’t in housekeeping—it’s in medicine. Focusing your limited energy on what’s truly valuable will allow your medical skills to reach the next level."

"Yes, Madam, I understand." Zhao Nuanyue nodded in agreement. It wasn’t as if she was born to love housework. ’Before, I couldn’t afford it, and later, I was wary of Wang Yuan, so I never dared to hire anyone. Now that Hua Yusen has suggested it, I’m sure he’ll make all the proper arrangements.’

"As long as you understand." Madam Sun smiled, but she was worried Zhao Nuanyue was just paying lip service and wouldn’t actually do it. She continued to persuade her, "Just take Immortal Grass Hall, for example. If I had to do everything by myself, I couldn’t manage it all even if there were eight of me. You must have noticed that yourself."

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