Bonding over past memories

Outside was sunny and bright, a light breeze was whispering softly, making the leaves murmur. A white long car drove over, slowly, stopping in front of a gate. A few people got off,they were all dressed up in white, a pearly coffin was carefully carried out. At the end, a man was standing next to a child. He was sobbing, while looking up, he didn't understand, everyone was silent. No one explained to him, he was scared, angry, and anxious. With his short arms, he pulled his father's clothes, " Where's mommy ? ". The man looked down and, sighed, he picked up the boy. " She's gone, she's having a long sleep. You promised to be a good boy, right ? ", his voice trembled at the end. The rims of his eyes were red. The kid didn't seem to understand, as he squirmed to free himself. If his dad wasn't going to tell him where his mom was, he'd go and look for himself. A swarm of white figures blacked his view, as he struggled to walk around, his head turned to look around. Again and again, the longer the seconds passed, the more he felt anxious, not seeing that familiar warm figure. His eyes were burning, he raised his hand, rubbing them. " Uh ? It's wet ? ", the little boy looked up, a bit puzzled. The sun shone brightly, up in the sky. It wasn't raining. 

Xue slowly peeked at her husband's face, his brows were furrowed, was he having nightmares ? A bit hesitant, she reached out her hand and massaged his head, trying to smooth down the frown. He literally looked like a grumpy kid, she giggled silently, imaging his older version. Suddenly an arm pulled her closer, her cheek was greeted by a firm chest. " Morning, what are you doing ? ", his voice travelled in his chest, Xue could hear clearly, even the vibration, like a note played by an instrument. " Em.., nothing, you were making a funny expression in your sleep ", her eyes shifted around, feeling a bit awkward. Like a little troublemaker caught in the act. Their heartbeats were echoing in her ear, they were steady, it was really soothing. A few minutes of silence, he spoke softly, " I… I dreamed about my mother's funeral. It's been a long time since I last recalled it ". Xue listened, waiting for the story to go on. " I was five then. I remember the day my father brought back that woman with her sons. Or I rather say, my step siblings ". His voice turned icy cold, mentioning those people. 

Xue could feel the warmth coming from his body, it was cozy. " You hate them ? ", she asked, their eyes met. This was a question for both of them, not just him. Cheng Feng saw the sadness behind her pale eyes, he caressed her face. " I'll cancel the schedule, let's go out ". Xue nodded, a bit surprised, usually he was super busy. She would meet him only during dining time and, yes, bed time. One of the servants joked about how her husband loved to spoil her on the meals. He would regularry stop at the pastry shop and pick up a few sweets for her. So he became a regular there, all the staff members would recognize him. 

She appreciated his kind gesture towards her, it wasn't a given that every husband would do the same for their wifes. This was thanks to the aunties from the hospital and the nurses, they really loved to spill the tea. From their gossip, she got a sad, but real, vision of married life. Betrayals and cheating were always involved, in the worst scenario, even abuse and violence. 

Xue shook her head, she was indeed lucky. A growl interrupted her thoughts, a chuckle echoed in the bedroom, " Let's get the breakfast ", Cheng Feng offered his and walked down with her. 

Meanwhile in the ward, assistant Lu was holding a folder, while waiting outside. " Mr. Lu, please, this way ", a doctor passed by and updated him about Miss Jia's condition. Luckily, there were only minor bruises and scratches. Most of them were caused by her fall and not b y the impact. So the damage was minimal. He thanked and walked in, he was stunned by her. Before, he didn't get to see her face clearly. Her hair was all ruffled up, and at that time, his only preoccupation was to get the ambulance. 

Deep brown eyes, full rosy lips and those delicate eyebrows, she looked like straight out of a magazine. Her beauty was enough to secure a spot in a famous modeling agency, 

He cleared his throat and introduced himself, " Good morning miss Jia, I'm assistant Lu. I deeply apologize for causing this inconvenience. But rest assured, all the fees are already settled, afterall, you're the one who received harm ". She raised her head, a bit nervous, " Mister, there is no need to apologize, I was the one who ran over, without checking the road, it was my fault ", she lowered her head, clearly feeling a bit down. Under the blanket her hands were tightly grasped together. Seeing her shy reaction, assistant Lu bid his goodbye and left the flower bouquet on her desk. 

Jie Hua waved at him, while smiling, as soon as he left, he phone rang. The sound made her whole figure startled, her hands moved a bit clumsy, as she tried to pick up the call. The name of the caller made her shiver involuntarily. " Hello Madam ", the hesitant tone in her voice, stated her current state of emotions. " Where are you ? ", a sensual voice asked, Jie Hua directly told her the hospital's address. " Mn, pack up. I'll send a car to pick you up in thirty minutes ". The call was hung up even before she could say something. She sighed, her shoulders were slumped down, she laid back. The ceiling was white, blank, like her life. 

Then she stood up, she started to gather her few items she brought with her. Her gaze stopped on the flowers placed in that glass vase. Her expression softened, she picked up one, a fresh scent reached her nose, so nice. She closed her eyes, enjoying the light fragrance.