The Road to Becoming a Son-in-Law

Chapter 347 Not Long Until

Murong San then asked, "How long will you be able to stay at home this time, brother?"

Upon hearing this question, Murong Chen paused, looking down at his two younger brothers' expectant gazes, and felt a pang of guilt.

Murong Chen pursed his lips, and after a long while, he said softly, "Little San, Little Si, is it possible that Big Brother... won't be able to stay at home for long this time?"

Upon receiving Murong Chen's reply, Murong San and Murong Si both showed undisguised disappointment. Murong Chen had left home before and only returned today. This was the first time they had been separated from their brother for so long, and they missed him terribly. They thought that their brother would be able to stay at home for a while longer, but they never expected that he wouldn't be able to stay for long.

Although both of them were disappointed, in order not to worry Murong Chen, they tried their best to hide their disappointment and even put on a big smile, saying, "That's okay. As long as Big Brother can stay for one more minute, Xiao San and Xiao Si will be happy."

"Brother, you must play with Xiao San and Xiao Si properly this time."

The two children thought they had hidden it well, but no matter how clever they were, they were still just two children. Their disguise was almost invisible to Murong Chen. Seeing his two younger brothers clearly disappointed but still trying to comfort him by pretending to be happy, Murong Chen felt even more guilty.

Then he thought about how his two younger brothers had grown up, while he, as the older brother, had been confined to his bed for over a decade due to poor health. Not only had he not been able to play with his two younger brothers properly, but they had also taken care of him most of the time. Now that he was finally recovering and no longer breathless, he would have to leave again for a long time. During this period, his two younger brothers would not be able to see him again.

Murong Chen opened his mouth and said, "If you're reluctant, your elder brother can..."

"No, no." Murong San quickly shook his head. They all knew that if their eldest brother was alright, he would definitely spend time with them. But the fact that their eldest brother said this meant that he had something very important to do. As his younger brothers, even if they couldn't help their brother, they couldn't cause him any trouble.

Seeing how sensible his two younger brothers were, Murong Chen pursed his lips even tighter, but he didn't know what to say, so he could only hug his two younger brothers in his arms.

This was the scene that Murong Yunhai saw when he returned from the Crescent Moon Pavilion. When he saw Murong Chen, he was stunned for a while before exclaiming with delight, "Chen'er, you're back!"

"Father." Before Murong Chen could even speak, Murong San and Murong Si obediently got out of his arms. Murong Chen patted their little heads, then came to Murong Yunhai's side and said, "Father, I'm back."

"Hey, hey." Murong Yunhai responded several times, saying happily, "It's good that you're back, it's good that you're back."

Why did you suddenly come back this time?

Upon hearing Murong Yunhai's question, Murong Chen paused, thinking about the purpose of his return. He felt guilty and uncomfortable, and simply said, "Father, let's not talk about this now. I'll tell you after lunch."

"Okay, okay." Murong Chen didn't say anything, and Murong Yunhai didn't ask any further questions. He simply asked, "What do you want to eat for lunch?"

Seeing Murong Yunhai's excited expression, Murong Chen said softly, "Uncle Liu has already gone to buy it."

"I wish I had come back earlier."

The family chatted and had lunch together. Then, Murong Yunhai called Murong Chen to his room. Looking at Murong Chen, who had become much taller, he felt a sense of感慨 (gan3kai3, a feeling of mixed emotions, including admiration and gratitude) and also gratitude towards Chen Feng and He Fei.

Without them, perhaps his eldest son would already be...

Murong Yunhai shook his head, shaking off these thoughts. Fortunately, everything was fine now. Murong Yunhai said to Murong Chen, "Tell me, what is the reason you came back this time?"

"Huh?" Murong Chen was stunned, and asked in confusion, "Father, how did you know?"

"How could your father not know you?" Murong Yunhai looked at Murong Chen and said with a smile, "You came back this time and spent so much time chatting with your father and your brother. Your father noticed that your expression was a bit off. You must have something to say. Now that your two brothers are not here, just tell your father what it is."

Murong Chen was somewhat taken aback. After hesitating for a moment, he said, "Father, I have something to tell you this time I've come back."

Murong Yunhai remained silent, while Murong Chen continued, "Father, I may be away for a long time, and my return may be uncertain."

Murong Yunhai was taken aback by what Murong Chen was talking about and remained stunned for a long time before saying, "Chen'er, what do you mean by that?"

"What do you mean you're leaving for a long time? Where are you going? Haven't you been learning moves from Boss Chen all this time? Why are you leaving?"

"Because..." Murong Chen told Murong Yunhai about what he had discussed with Chen Feng yesterday, saying, "Xu Xuan and I are going back with Brother Chen. We don't know when we'll be back. We're coming back this time to discuss it with Father."

Murong Yunhai looked at Murong Chen and sighed inwardly, "My child has grown up."

He knew that if he disagreed, Murong Chen would definitely not go. Although he was old, he was not senile. Despite his reluctance to part with his son, he would not hold Murong Chen back. Besides, the child was grown up and needed to go out and make his own way in the world.

If it were the old Murong Chen, perhaps he wouldn't be at ease, but now Murong Chen's health is not as bad as before. After learning from Chen Feng for so long, he has some ability to protect himself. Moreover, Murong Chen did not leave alone, but with Chen Feng.

Murong Chen looked at Murong Yunhai nervously. Seeing Murong Chen's nervous expression, Murong Yunhai couldn't help but laugh and said, "What's with that expression? Are you worried that I won't agree?"

"Huh? Father, you agree?"

"Whatever your decision, I will support you." Murong Yunhai suppressed his reluctance, placed his hand on Murong Chen's shoulder, and sighed, "You've grown up."

Murong Chen felt a lump in his throat. He had never properly taken care of Murong Yunhai in his life. Instead, Murong Yunhai had always been worried about his health. Actually, Murong Chen had another reason for wanting to go to the Martial Arts Academy with Chen Feng.

He had caused his father too much worry, and he wanted to take this opportunity to learn something so that Murong Yunhai would have less to worry about in the future, as well as his two younger brothers.

Even though he was the eldest son and elder brother, he had always been the one being taken care of all these years.

Murong Chen looked at Murong Yunhai and assured him, "Father, don't worry, your son will definitely not let you down."

Murong Yunhai patted Murong Chen on the shoulder and said, "Father trusts you, but you must take good care of yourself."