The moment the old lady of the Xia family saw Kang Xiaoqiao, she held her hand and was overjoyed. She said happily, "You stinky girl, you have been gone for three years. Why didn't you say that you would come back to see me, this old woman?"
"Your grandma is old. If I don't look, I won't be able to see--"
Hearing that, Kang Xiaoqiao's eyes hid bitterness, but she smiled sweetly and said, "Who said that you're old? You're more energetic than those old ladies that I met."
"Grandma, look, what did I bring for you? Deng, deng, deng, deng, deng--"
"This dress was made by me personally, not my sister. Look, how's the color? Bright, right? You'll definitely look good in it."
Old Madam Xia touched her reading glasses and said, "Aiyo, is this really made by you?"
"Eldest daughter-in-law, eldest daughter-in-law, quickly come and take a look. Our Xiaoqiao's craftsmanship--"
Seeing this, First Aunt Liu Fengxia smiled and picked up the dress and said, "It's really not bad. Look at the formation, the color and the fabric are also good. Mom, why don't you try it?"
Old Lady Xia waved her hand and said, "I'm half buried in the yellow earth, so I can't wear such a fresh color. Look, look, look. If I'm not mistaken, there are golden threads on it? This is too eye-catching."
Hearing this, Kang Xiaoqiao smiled and said, "Grandma, you're the only elder in our family. If you're not eye-catching, who would be?"
"Grandma, this is your granddaughter-in-law's kind gesture. It took me several nights to make it. If you don't wear it, your granddaughter-in-law will be sad."
First aunt also quickly chimed in. "That's right, mom. If you don't wear it, I'm afraid Xiaoqiao will rub her nose with you--"
The old lady was speechless. There was nothing she could do with two people, so she could only try it on.
On the other side, the men were not as lively as before. First Uncle Xia Youyi took a sip of tea and said, "Yichen, I've heard about your father's matter. I think we should transfer you back. That way, we can take care of each other."
Lu Yichen lowered his head and did not say anything. His eldest cousin, Xia Zihou, also said, "That's right, cousin. Someone has to take over uncle's side. If you don't come back, won't it be letting others off easy?"
Lu Yichen still did not say anything. This conversation could not continue. His eldest uncle turned around and went upstairs. When they left, Xia Ziduan bumped Lu Yichen's arm and said, "I say, cousin, what do you think? '
"If you want to come back and take over uncle's network, it's only right and proper. It just so happens that uncle is still alive. Give him some incense, or else--"
Everyone talked about it one after another. However, Lu Yichen still did not say a word. At this time, Xia Zijun curled his lips and said, "Alright, stop trying to persuade him. I think he really doesn't want to part with his wife."
"Tsk, Kang Xiaoqiao's business and school are all in the northeast. If he wants to come back, what about Kang Xiaoqiao? Tsk tsk, I think you guys are the eunuch, not the emperor."
After saying that, he continued to eat his apple with disdain. At this moment, Lu Yichen raised his head and looked at Xia Zijun coldly. "I heard that the wife that uncle found for him this time is a powerful one?"
"That's true. With his character, he really needs a powerful wife to take care of him. Hmm, wait for me to mention it to uncle."
When Xia Zijun heard that, he suddenly sat up. He glared at Lu Yichen and said, "Don't meddle in other people's business. That hag will take whoever she wants. I don't want that."
Xia Zihou and Xia Ziduan could not help but secretly laugh. Meanwhile, Lu Yichen glanced at Xia Zijun's furious face and said, "You can't make that decision."
When Xia Zijun heard that, he angrily said, "Hmph, you better take care of yourself. How many years has it been? You guys have been married for six or seven years. There hasn't been any movement at all. You better take care of yourself."
"I think that the bitter cold place in the northeast suits you the best. Why don't you just not come back?"
After saying that, he turned around and walked towards Xia Youyi's study.
The remaining two brothers looked at each other and said to Lu Yichen, "Have you really decided?"
Lu Yichen said indifferently, "Of course. With my current qualifications, I don't need so many connections. If I wait for a few more years, it would be too cold. Why don't I push uncle to the throne? Wouldn't that be good for everyone?"
When the two of them heard that, their expressions changed. "You're really willing to--"
Meanwhile, Lu Yichen was thinking in his heart. What was there to be reluctant about? Hmph. There was nothing to be reluctant about. As long as he could fulfill his mother's wish, what was there to be reluctant about?
This New Year was very lively and fulfilling. People came and went in the Lu family. There was an endless stream of people. Many people knew that Lu Wei's health was not good, so many of his old subordinates and colleagues came to visit. When they saw how talented Lu Yichen looked... Their eyes lit up. They wished that Lu Yichen was single so that their daughter could marry him.
However, when they saw Kang Xiaoqiao's intoxicating beauty, they wished that they could kidnap her and make her their daughter-in-law.
Eh, why was all this good news spread to the old Lu family?
Among the group of people who came to visit, the Miao family attracted a lot of attention. Although they were very strict, some rumors were still spread. Therefore, the way they looked at the Miao family was a little unclear.
These few years, Zhen Aiyin's life had not been easy. Although she forced herself to come as a guest, it was not difficult to see that she looked tired and haggard. Compared to the person Kang Xiaoqiao met six years ago, it was like heaven and earth.
Not only was her hair growing, but the wrinkles on her face were getting worse and her skin was dull. She had actually aged so quickly. The blow her husband and daughter had given her could not be described as small. Now, she had become a joke in their circle.
Many people could stay away from her and would never get close to her. Imagine how cruel a woman could be to abandon her own daughter?
Everyone who had given birth to a child was full of disdain for her. Who could do such a thing? For the sake of her momentary glory, she had actually done such a heartless thing. Everyone despised her endlessly.
Looking at her pitiful appearance alone, Kang Xiaoqiao blinked her eyes and walked over. Her voice was distant and polite as she said, "Mrs. Miao, long time no see?"
Zhen Aiyin raised her head when she heard the voice. The moment she saw Kang Xiaoqiao, her eyes were filled with fear and surprise. However, she quickly restrained herself. She knew before she came that Kang Xiaoqiao was back. It was inevitable for them to meet, wasn't it?
In fact, she had rarely attended such gatherings in the past few years. This time, for some reason, Miao Zhibo suddenly asked her to attend and gave her a mission. When she thought of this, Zhen Aiyin felt bitter as well as bitter.
Hearing Kang Xiaoqiao's words, she sighed and said, "Yes, it's been a long time. I didn't expect you to become more beautiful. It's a blessing."