Chen Guizhi came up with a poor excuse, saying that Lele hadn't pooped in two days and she needed to take him to pee to see if that would help, as a way to avoid Lu Hailing's conversation.
Lu Hailing, who was also perceptive, could only stand up, "Alright, auntie, you go ahead with your business; I should head home to cook as well. I don't know why, but my mother's appetite has been poor these past two days. She can't stomach things like steamed buns and potatoes. It's my fault, I guess. A few days ago, my father said he wanted to make furniture for my second brother, and I sent all my wages back home this month. We finished our cured meat at home a few days ago, and until recently it was okay, but these last couple of days without any greasiness, it's been tough. I'll head back first and see if I can borrow an egg for my mom."
