Chapter 226: Young Master Huo’s sweetheart (4)_1
Cai Wei took out several pieces of the grass seed cakes and osmanthus cakes she had bought on the road, and distributed them to the children. The little ones, thrilled by the delicious treats, had their eyes crinkled up in sheer joy as they savored each bite, with looks of utter satisfaction on their faces.
After chatting with everyone for a while and inspecting the premises, Cai Wei found the orphanage neat and orderly. She was extremely pleased.
Since Cai Wei and her mother were present, the lunch was prepared quite sumptuously. There was a dish of steamed giant crab, a roast whole sheep, a soy sauce stewed big fish, a roast goose, and finally, a dish of cold mixed greens.
All these dishes were brought by Cai Wei, intended to be left for their New Year’s meal the next day. However, after a discussion among the elders at the orphanage, it was decided to celebrate the New Year that very day. Being able to celebrate New Year’s with Cai Wei was a fortunate and joyous occasion for them.
At mealtime, Cai Wei and her mother sat at a table with the little ones. The children were both thrilled and elated to be dining with Sister Wei, chattering cheerfully while eating.
Among them, some were already ten years old, while others were just three or four. However, they were all illiterate. Cai Wei decided to send them to a private school after the New Year’s celebration. After all, the potential in children knew no bounds. Providing them with a proper education could see one of them potentially becoming a top scholar. Even if they didn’t achieve such heights, gaining more knowledge could help them understand more about life and grow into respectable individuals.
Upon hearing that Sister Wei would send them to study, the children were so elated they could hardly contain themselves, squinting their eyes as they burst into laughter.
Yuan’er’s grandfather spoke seriously, "Never forget those who draw water for you. In the future, never forget the help that Sister Wei has given you. Without her, not only wouldn’t you have been able to study, but you might have not even had enough food to eat. You might even have frozen or starved to death on the street by now. Remember, it is absolutely unacceptable to forget your roots."