Chapter 6

The black cat sits on the ground, washing its face with its paws, exuding a calm demeanor in the tranquility, while casually glancing around.

After a moment, Chu Xiaoxiao finally saw the first passerby walking a pet, but he was not walking a dog; he was walking a cat

Chu Xiaoxiao: Why are torn pants actually better? Is he begging outside?

Goodbye

Chu Xiaoyi regards Chu Xiaoxiao as a tool to avoid awkward conversations with elders, while Chu Xiaoxiao perceives Chu Xiaoyi as an invisible, colorless, and odoriferous entity

Chu Jiadong always felt that it was not good for the two to remain silent, so he decided to choose activities that the children excelled in, allowing them to attempt to break the ice in their relationship

In order to avoid such situations, Chu Xiaoyi wished he could stick to the little one at all times, to the point of nearly driving Chu Xiaoxiao to her wits' end. Chu Xiaoxiao has now acquired a new skill; she can treat her annoying brother as if he were a mere breath of air, completely ignoring him no matter how he floats in front of her.

The most relaxed moment for Chu Xiaoyi is when he is alone with Chu Xiaoxiao. They do not need to put on airs or engage in polite conversation as if wearing masks. If the elders notice that Chu Xiaoyi is taciturn, the situation will escalate; they will certainly engage him in awkward small talk, fearing that he might feel neglected.

Chu Xiaoxiao stared at the black cat for a long time and said, "It seems that it doesn't like wearing clothes"

Her uncle felt reassured after she assured him with her words, and only then did he relax and slowly draw the curtains. Chu Xiaoxiao, feeling bored, jumped a few times and then leaned out to gaze at the scene beyond the iron railing, passing the time outdoors

Xiao Bi's authority at home is evidently much stronger, and Chu Xiao Yi can only obediently put on his coat, wrapping himself up tightly, and take the small item out for a walk. He feels a bit annoyed with his father, but when facing his mother, he is relatively weak and does not dare to voice any objections

The two individuals had already stepped out of the house. Chu Xiaoxiao extended her small hand, probing the gap on his knee, and furrowed her brows, saying: "Let's go back and have your uncle's wife stitch it up for you first, then we can go out to buy some fruit."

He believes that his sister does not possess a talent for foreign languages, but rather has a considerable skill in word choice and sentence construction, as she always manages to employ various rhetorical devices that leave others speechless

A delicate little boy, around six or seven years old, is wearing a black down jacket and a white scarf, standing under a tree while holding a black cat. The black cat is being tugged by its young owner with a leash, and it is also dressed in a dark little coat. Its exposed black fur is pure and shiny, while its paws are snow white, resembling white gloves.

The little boy noticed that Chu Xiaoxiao was continuously watching the cat, so he simply moved a little closer to the iron fence and suggested, "You can pet it."

Chu Xiaoyi, who considers himself a fashion trendsetter

Liang Shuangqi pulled the lead rope, waving goodbye to Chu Xiaoxiao: "Xiaoxiao, I am going home now, goodbye"

The boy said, "Its name is Lister, and my name is Liang Shuangqi"

Chu Xiaoxiao raised her head this time and said earnestly, "Why doesn't Dad let us watch the foreign language course and perform singing and dancing? My brother and I would definitely be very happy"

Then let's call it Liang Siti from now on

Chu Xiaoyi remained silent, pretending to look down at his phone, avoiding eye contact with his father. Chu Xiaoxiao was watching an iPad and refused without raising her head, saying: "No."

Chu Xiaoxiao completely does not understand Chu Xiaoyi's fashion items, but instead feels in her heart that he is truly poor. He actually wears jeans in winter, and there is inexplicably a tear on his left knee, as if it has been cut by a blade. Doesn't this mean he will let in cold air?

During the Spring Festival, it was the first time in five years that Chu Xiaoyi returned home, bringing significant changes to his family's life. According to the customs of previous years, Grandma, Uncle Xiao, and Aunt Xiao would return to the old city after the New Year's Eve dinner. The three elderly individuals have their own rhythm of life and cannot spend time with the younger generation.

However, Chu Xiaoyi's excessive use of the same tactics has also led the parents to notice something unusual. Chu Jiadong noticed that the siblings were silent in the living room, so he stepped in to lighten the atmosphere, hoping that his children would become more familiar with each other. He suggested, "Xiaoxiao, would you like to show your brother your foreign language course?"

The black cat even shares a name with the romantic pianist Liszt, which is highly artistic in itself

The little boy tilted his head and replied: "Because you are looking at me."

Xiao Bi happened to pass by the living room, and she saw her husband being put in a difficult position in front of the children. With a slight sigh of resignation, she suggested, "Xiao Yi, why don't you take Xiao Xiao out to buy some fruit and also take a stroll outside? Don't just stay cooped up at home."

However, it was a rare occasion for Chu Xiaoyi to return home, and everyone was hesitant to leave, all planning to wait until he departed first. His family members treated him with great care every day, which put a lot of pressure on Chu Xiaoyi, forcing him to respond politely and gently to everything. This was truly a bizarre phenomenon; Chu Xiaoyi felt that he was not returning home but rather staying as a guest in a relative's house, walking on eggshells and completely afraid of causing any trouble

Chu Xiaoxiao looked at it with great curiosity. She noticed that the black cat was quite elegant and reserved, completely different from the stray cats in the neighborhood. In the past, when she fed the cats with her sister Yang Yin, she could only hear the meanings of "I'm hungry" or "It's time to eat," followed by the sounds of them chewing heartily.

"It is possible, but it needs to be bathed and dewormed, and a leash must be put on. " The little boy thought carefully and added, "Some cats are afraid to go outside, so they cannot be taken for a walk."

Two children gazed at each other across the iron fence for a long time, appearing both to be aimlessly dazed and to be cautiously probing, with neither of them speaking.

The black cat seemed unable to tolerate the chatter of the human children and took a step as if to head home. Halfway through, it tugged at the leash, as if reminding its young owner to hurry up and lift their legs to walk.

The black cat seems to have caught the keyword "bath"; it immediately emitted a somewhat displeased sound and tilted its head to one side. A cat's language is not limited to meowing; more often, it consists of purring and even sounds that humans cannot hear.

Chu Xiaoyi : `` ... ... ''

Chu Xiaoxiao also put on her little cotton-padded jacket. She looked at her cheap brother, who was wearing a black mask and a duckbill cap, and commented: "You look like a thief who stole a manhole cover"

It is now the Spring Festival, and most residents in the community have returned home to celebrate the New Year. Coupled with the already large green area of the community, there are hardly any signs of people. Chu Xiaoxiao used to see pedestrians walking their dogs, but now she notices the surroundings are desolate, with only the gradually illuminating warm yellow streetlights.

Chu Xiaoxiao stretched her small hand over the fence, yet she still could not reach the black cat that was so close. The black cat seemed to sense her predicament; it leisurely took two steps forward, graciously lowered its head to allow her to touch it, and then retreated back to the boy's feet

The first time Chu Xiaoxiao saw someone walking a cat, she couldn't help but stare at the little boy. He turned his head, as if sensing her gaze, and stared back at her.

The design highlight of these jeans lies in the seam at the left knee, which appears both minimalist and casual, serving as a finishing touch. Without this unique seam, they would be just ordinary jeans, but now, with the added inspiration from the designer, they have transformed into a standout piece from a high-end brand

Hello, Liang Siter

Chu Xiaoyi smiled instead of getting angry. He was so annoyed that he wanted to pinch her little head and firmly replied, "This is precisely what makes it valuable; if it weren't for this seam, I wouldn't wear it again!"

My name is Chu Xiaoxiao. Chu Xiaoxiao has not yet activated her music skills, and she couldn't help but show a puzzled expression, asking, "Why is it not called Liang Siter, but instead has the surname Li?"

Chu Xiaoxiao confirmed that he was not a bad person, and simply took the initiative to break the silence, asking: "Why are you looking at me?"

No one mentions the past, as if the memories have been easily turned over, leaving only home, people, and everything else.

Chu Xiaoxiao looked at the black cat on the ground and curiously asked, "Can cats also be walked?"

Chu Xiaoxiao replied: "I am right in the courtyard"

Black Cat

Chu Xiaoxiao observed the little boy for a long time, and she noticed the golden hue of his emotional color, which intrigued her greatly. In her understanding, warm tones indicate that the other person's mood is quite good and that they are relatively friendly towards her. However, they had not spoken to each other yet, and he was willing to express goodwill, which took Chu Xiaoxiao by surprise

Chu Jiadong, in a good-natured manner, said: "Would you like to hear your brother sing? Your brother is very skilled at singing and dancing"

Chu Jiadong: "... ..." Very well, they successfully broke the ice by consistently striking at themselves

Little boy: "Whether it likes it or not is not important, I also do not like wearing a down jacket, but my father insists that I wear it"

The little boy said, "I have seen you before, you were feeding the cat with others."

Chu Xiaoyi : `` ? ? ? ''

Chu Xiaoxiao does not yet understand the trend, and she genuinely showed a look of confusion, retorting: "Is this a beggar's bowl for alms? Without a bowl, can one not receive food?"

The black cat emitted a series of soft sounds, as if it were complaining to its young owner, essentially saying, "I have fur, and you do not; it is simply absurd." It was forced to wear clothes, unable even to lick its own body, clearly harboring deep resentment.

Chu Xiaoyi gleefully echoed: "I think it's acceptable"

Chu Xiaoxiao watched as a person and a cat departed, feeling that it was the cat taking the person for a walk, rather than the other way around. She wandered around the yard for a while longer and, noticing that it had grown quite dark, finally returned to the house

Liang Shuangqi blinked, covered his lips and thought for a moment, then replied: "That makes sense"

Chu Xiaoxiao did not want to encounter Chu Xiaoyi again, so she simply took advantage of the last bit of daylight to run to the small courtyard for some fresh air. Her uncle's wife was originally inside taking care of her grandmother, and when she saw the little girl in the courtyard through the window, she reminded her: "Xiaoxiao, you shouldn't go out now"

Chu Xiaoxiao suddenly realized that she and her sister Yang Yin sometimes made cat food together and went to feed the stray cats in the neighborhood. They also used old fabric to build cat shelters, hiding them in corners to provide a place for wild cats to spend the winter

There is a small courtyard at home, equipped with an iron gate, and Chu Xiaoxiao often runs out to play through this gate, never preferring to use the main entrance.

The two successfully established communication, and the little boy led the black cat to the iron fence, approaching Chu Xiaoxiao in the yard. The black cat was quite cooperative; it appeared to be an adult cat, with a smooth body line and agile, light steps, walking steadily beside the boy