The siblings Liang Linan and Liang Lixin seed to be more familiar with Zhen Chun since their families interacted quite a bit. Despite Zhen Chun's rebelliousness, her studies weren't neglected, and she's currently a freshman at Chinese University.
The three of them chatted about university life, occasionally throwing in so English phrases. Xu Chunliang was evidently not part of their circle, and he didn't intend to fit in either. They were all there to visit Grandpa Xu, and after the holiday, they'd return to their own lives, rarely eting even once a year, so just a bit of superficial engagent would suffice.
Xu Chunliang took the initiative to help out in the kitchen, but Zheng Peian told him it wasn't necessary; earlier, he'd already turned away others who wanted to help.
At that mont, i Ru Xue called, asking if Xu Chunliang was at ho. She was on holiday back in Dongzhou and happened to pass by Huichun Hall, bringing him sothing at soone else's request.
Xu Chunliang quickly went out, seeing a NIO ES6 parked at the entrance. i Ru Xue got out of the car and waved at him.
Xu Chunliang smiled, "Doesn't Town Mayor i have to work?"
i Ru Xue said, "Do you think I can't even take a break during the holidays? President Wang knew I was back in Dongzhou, so he asked to bring you sothing." She opened the trunk, which was packed with three parcels, one for Xu Chunliang, one for Gao Xinhua, and another for Zhao Feiyang.
Xu Chunliang said, "He's really sothing. Last ti when I was coming back, he didn't let bring it and insisted on troubling Town Mayor i." But secretly, he was thrilled, thinking Wang Jinwu was intentionally creating opportunities for him.
i Ru Xue said, "I don't quite understand it either. Hurry up and move them!"
At this point, Liang Linan and his sister ca out to help, and Liang Linan was imdiately struck by i Ru Xue's remarkable beauty.
Xu Chunliang had them help carry the parcels inside and invited i Ru Xue to co into the house. i Ru Xue said, "No thanks, I've just arrived from Weishan Island and want to go back and rest."
Xu Changshan also ca out upon hearing the commotion. Recognizing i Ru Xue as the girl from a recent video, the old man assud she was his grandson's girlfriend. He was incredibly enthusiastic and insisted on inviting i Ru Xue inside.
i Ru Xue greeted him as Grandpa Xu and couldn't refuse the old man's kindness, so she agreed to co in for a cup of tea.
i Ru Xue didn't expect Huichun Hall to be so lively today. Seeing all of Xu Chunliang's relatives, despite her ti in officialdom, she couldn't help feeling awkward.
Xu Changshan introduced her as Xu Chunliang's friend. Although he didn't say she was the girlfriend, the old man certainly thought so, as did Xu Chunliang's other relatives.
Xu Chunliang didn't introduce i Ru Xue's identity, only ntioning her na.
i Ru Xue maintained her composure, greeted everyone, and said to Xu Chunliang, "I won't interrupt your family gathering. I'm heading back now."
Xu Changshan said, "Don't leave; we're about to have a al, and you'll need to eat anyway. Stay and eat before you go."
"No, I won't!"
Xu Chunliang said, "Listen to Grandpa. Stay for a al before leaving. I'll go steam the crabs first."
i Ru Xue said, "I'll go with you!" She preferred accompanying Xu Chunliang over facing so many gazes alone since these were all his family mbers, which was too awkward.
Upon seeing the handbag i Ru Xue set aside, Zhen Chun's eyes lit up. It was a Hers Milk White Birkin 25, a bag she particularly liked but currently couldn't afford.
Won have an innate sensitivity to bags. Liang Lixin also noticed i Ru Xue's handbag and knew its price could easily buy a mid-range car.
After i Ru Xue left, Zhen Chun curiously said, "Do they make fakes that good in the mainland now?"
Xu Jiawen gave her a stern look, as his daughter spoke carelessly again.
Liang Lixin walked closer for a glance, "It seems like the real thing." She didn't touch it, as it would be impolite to handle soone else's belongings casually.
Zhen Chun didn't believe it and reached over to pick up i Ru Xue's handbag.
Just then, i Ru Xue returned to get her phone and saw it. Zhen Chun felt a bit embarrassed and laughed, "Sister, I really like your bag."
i Ru Xue smiled gently, "It was a gift from family."
Zhen Chun put the handbag down, and Xu Jiawen said, "This child really lacks manners."
i Ru Xue laughed, "It's fine. I also like handbags." She took out her phone and handed the bag to Zhen Chun, "Go ahead and take another look."
Zhen Chun loved the color combination, the brushed gold clasp, and the horseshoe imprint. The feel was soft, definitely genuine.
Liang Lixin said, "Is this the Hers Milk White Birkin 25?"
i Ru Xue nodded.
Zhen Chun asked, "Do you also have Hers boutiques in the mainland?"
i Ru Xue replied, "There are many now, almost all first and second-tier cities have them. Zhen Chun, don't underestimate the purchasing power of the mainland."
Liang Lixin said, "This model is hard to buy, right?"
i Ru Xue said, "Not very difficult. If you need one, I can help connect you. My sister-in-law knows soone in charge of the Shen City boutique, even for other popular styles."
Xu Jia'an and Xu Jiawen exchanged glances. From the conversation between the three girls, they already realized that this i Ru Xue was not simple. Even without Xu Chunliang introducing her identity, just one handbag had Liang Lixin and Zhen Chun so envious, and it's not like they were inexperienced girls.
Although Liang Lixin liked the handbag, she couldn't bring herself to spend over two hundred thousand on it.
Zhen Chun said, "It's a bit cheaper over in Xiangjiang."
Xu Jiawen said, "You're still in school, don't think about these things. A backpack suits you best."
Everyone laughed, and Liang Linan chid in, "Miss i, where do you work?"
i Ru Xue said, "I work at the grassroots level in a township."
Liang Linan couldn't believe it. From i Ru Xue's deanor, she was definitely a lady of stature. He took out a business card and handed it to her. i Ru Xue accepted it without even looking, putting it directly into her bag. Intuitively, she felt Liang Linan's behavior was impolite. After all, she was a friend of Xu Chunliang, and Liang Linan's intentions were too obvious.
i Ru Xue hoped Liang Linan would understand her disregard for the card and take the hint, but Liang Linan was oblivious, suggesting, "Why don't we add each other on WeChat? We're all young people; we can keep in touch often."
Xu Jia'an felt a bit embarrassed. Everyone loves beauty, but his son's approach was quite disrespectful. No matter how excellent i Ru Xue was, she was still Xu Chunliang's friend.
i Ru Xue said, "I'm usually busy with work, so if you want to reach , you can go through Xu Chunliang." She turned and walked toward the backyard, not giving Liang Linan any face.
Zhen Chun chid in, "Don't be so ungraceful."
Xu Jiawen glared at her daughter, while Liang Linan's face turned crimson with embarrassnt. Liang Lixin also didn't sympathize with her brother; his attempt to add i Ru Xue on WeChat was indeed embarrassing.
Xu Chunliang was squatting in the yard cleaning crabs, unaware of what had just happened.
i Ru Xue remarked, "The courtyard is beautifully arranged."
Xu Chunliang said, "My grandpa enjoys tinkering with it when he's free."
i Ru Xue said, "I wouldn't have co if I'd known. This is quite awkward."
Xu Chunliang replied, "As long as you're not embarrassed, it's others who will be." He placed the cleaned crabs into the stear, ready to take them to the kitchen. His aunt, Xu Jia'an, ca over and took them, suggesting he chat with i Ru Xue.
Xu Chunliang took i Ru Xue on a tour of the second floor. Upon seeing so many bookshelves, i Ru Xue exclaid, "Your family is impressive, a house rich in literary tradition, a TCM lineage."
Xu Chunliang said, "It's just okay."
On the desk by the window lay the Four Treasures of the Study, along with a dical classic Xu Chunliang hadn't finished copying. i Ru Xue picked it up and asked, "Did you write this?"
Xu Chunliang smiled, "The original is by Li Shizhen."
i Ru Xue said, "I ant the calligraphy."
"I'm open to leadership's critique."
i Ru Xue praised, "It's very well done. But seeing is believing; write a few more for ."
Xu Chunliang said, "Since you brought so many gifts for , I'll just give you a piece of calligraphy." He found a three-foot xuan paper and wrote a poem titled "Pure Peace".
"As spring cos, mories weigh on my mind. The fallen plum blossoms are scattered like snow, brushing against and covering again."
i Ru Xue saw his elegant and free calligraphy, and her eyes shone. His seemingly nonchalant exterior was just a facade; the longer she interacted with him, the more she discovered his hidden depths. Just from his calligraphy alone, his skill was no lower than the reclusive master He Shouren.
i Ru Xue carefully stored away the piece Xu Chunliang gave her and softly said, "I've got so good news for you. The Dongzhou City Governnt has shown concern over the agreent Changxing signed back then. County leaders are taking it seriously. Based on current information, the property transfer won't have any issues."
"Thank you!"
i Ru Xue said, "No need to thank . It was most likely your Dean Zhao who exerted pressure through the city. His father used to be an old leader of the military district."
Though Xu Chunliang knew Zhao Feiyang ca from a military family, he wasn't aware of his father's specific position and hadn't thought to find out.
i Ru Xue gazed curiously at the rubbings on the wall. Not being a history major, she recognized a few words and sought Xu Chunliang's input, "Is this oracle bone script?"
Xu Chunliang nodded and shared the story of how his grandpa discovered oracle bone script on dragon bones years ago.
i Ru Xue felt a sense of regret upon hearing how that batch of dragon bones had ultimately been destroyed.
At this mont, Liang Lixin called them to eat.
It had been a long ti since the Xu Family had been so lively. Xu Changshan was very happy, giving each young person a red envelope. Mai Ru Xue received one too.
i Ru Xue didn't feel it was appropriate. Xu Chunliang suggested she accept it, adding that if she didn't want it, she could secretly give it back to him later, sparing the need to refuse in front of Grandpa. She could even consider it a way to earn a bit more. i Ru Xue gave him a subtle, disapproving look.
Due to the earlier awkward encounter, Liang Linan had toned down considerably, though he still stole glances at i Ru Xue during dinner. He hadn't expected to et such an outstanding girl in the third-tier city of Dongzhou. Even in the international tropolis of Shen City, he hadn't encountered a woman as exceptional. From his observations, it seed Xu Chunliang and i Ru Xue weren't romantically involved.
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