Seeing Shen Chunhua’s somewhat helpless and submissive demeanor, Hé Yǔshuǐ slowly reached out and took the food from her. The gloom on her face vanished in an instant, replaced by a smile as bright and sincere as the spring sun. That warmth flowed from the corners of her eyes, seemingly lifting the very spirit of the air around them. She walked forward lightly and patted the back of Shen Chunhua’s hand with a gesture both gentle and comforting.
"That’s more like it, Sister Chunhua. You take this food back so your husband can get a good look at it," Hé Yǔshuǐ said, tilting her head slightly with a playful, teasing glint in her eyes. "Let him know that you, Shen Chunhua, have caring friends out here, and that I truly treat you with all my heart. Who knows? Maybe he won’t dare to bully you so easily anymore. If he tries to pull anything, I’ll be the first one to say no!"
Shen Chunhua listened quietly to Hé Yǔshuǐ’s words, which were so filled with concern and lighthearted wit. It felt as if a warm spring were flowing through her heart, creating ripples of emotion. She offered a gentle, grateful smile, her eyes glistening with unshed tears that reflected how much she cherished this bond. "Yǔshuǐ," she said softly, "I know perfectly well that you’re doing all this for my sake. You’re such a kind and thoughtful girl. You treat me so well that I don't even know how to thank you. I’ll keep this kindness in my heart."
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