Chapter 176 A House Given Away Upon Arrival

Three days later.

Lu Yinzhao sat down at the Bian family's dining table as scheduled.

Besides him, there was another person visiting today.

Seeing the incredibly handsome man in front of him, Lu Yinzhao couldn't take his eyes off him.

He rarely uses the word "beautiful" to describe a man, but Pei Jingyuan is really damn good-looking!

"Zhaozhao, look at these dishes today, do they suit your taste? Our house isn't as lively as yours. Your Uncle Bian and I are so happy that you and Jingyuan came today. This is what makes it feel like New Year's!"

Wen Su pointed to the eighteen dishes that almost filled the table and asked Yin Zhao for directions with a smile.

"Aunt Wen, you've worked so hard cooking. These dishes are enough for us to eat for several meals in a row, and they're all my favorites! Thank you for your hospitality, Uncle and Aunt. I won't be polite then."

Lu Yinzhao and the Bian family were old acquaintances, and he knew that if he continued to be polite, the food would get cold.

"If you like it, eat more. You know your aunt, she loves watching you younger generation eat heartily," Bian Huarong said cheerfully.

Today is the day his two sons brought their girlfriends home, and he, as their father, couldn't be more excited.

He used to worry that his eldest son wouldn't be able to find a partner. It was one thing if his main account couldn't find one, but he also had a secondary account. However, after the secondary account was leveled up, Bian Huarong discovered that it was even more indifferent than his main account, which troubled him for a long time.

He never imagined that one day he would witness such a "spectacular" scene of couples entering his Bian family's home.

"Okay, Uncle, you eat too. Would you like some wine? I'll pour you some."

Lu Yinzhao was incredibly diligent and even tried to grab the wine bottle, but Bian Ji stopped him.

"You eat yours, I'll take care of these."

There's no reason to let Zhaozhao come to the house and pour wine for his stinky old man.

He himself doesn't even have this kind of treatment, so how can his father have it first?

Bian Ji picked up the wine bottle and poured a glass for Bian Huarong, and then poured a glass for Bian Nan.

When the bottle was handed to Pei Jingyuan, Bian Ji glanced at him questioningly.

The stylishly dressed man smiled and said, "I'll have a drink too."

"Pour him some; he can drink more than I can." Bian Nan seemed to have thought of something, her expression slightly embarrassed.

Upon hearing this, Lu Yinzhao couldn't help but whisper, "Brother, are all the people in your family... bad at drinking?"

Thinking that he himself could drink more than Bian Ji, Lu Yinzhao was overjoyed.

Bian Ji took the bottle back and said calmly, "My dad is alright, but he's not a good drinker when he's drunk."

"Hey! Hey! You brat, you start talking about your old man right in front of me. Do you think I'm old and deaf?" Bian Huarong said sternly.

“Dad, Xiao Ji is right. Have you forgotten that time you got drunk and stood on the table singing and dancing? Oh, right, you black out when you're drunk, so you probably don't remember…”

"Hey! You two brats! On this New Year's Day, you're both so angry with me, aren't you?" Bian Huarong's face turned red.

There are other people at the table, and they're digging into his past, showing no respect for him as his father!

This "fight" between father and son instantly enlivened the atmosphere at the dinner table.

People no longer held back when they spoke, and everyone chimed in with their own words.

There was wine and food, and the atmosphere was lively and cheerful.

Lu Yinzhao also had a rare opportunity to experience the atmosphere of life in the Bian family.

He used to think that Uncle Bian was very serious when he wasn't smiling, and that Brother Nan was a little scary when he got serious, but now he was incredibly lively and funny.

As the father and son were talking, a wine glass suddenly appeared in front of Lu Yinzhao.

Pei Jingyuan held out his wine glass and gestured to Lu Yinzhao.

Lu Yinzhao immediately understood, picked up his glass and clinked it with the other person's, "Mr. Pei, hello, hello, nice to meet you."

Pei Jingyuan lowered his eyes and chuckled, "Zhao Zhao, right? You're even cuter than I imagined. Don't be so nervous. You've already called Bian Nan 'Brother Nan,' so you can call me 'Brother' too."

"Can I call you Brother Jingyuan?"

“Of course, I’ve heard about you for a long time,” Pei Jingyuan said.

"You...have heard of me? Wasn't it Brother Nan who introduced you?"

“I knew about it before that. You probably don’t know, but I’m quite familiar with your older siblings. The high-end accessories they wore to the red carpet events were all designed by me.”

"Ah! You know my older brother and the others..." Lu Yinzhao said in surprise.

“We’ve worked together several times and are friends. Whether it’s Lu Xun or Lu Qi, the person they talk about most in front of me is their youngest brother, who is you, Zhao Zhao. After seeing you in person, I finally understand why they dote on you so much.”

Pei Jingyuan took a sip of his drink and continued, "You look so endearing. I suddenly had an idea. I'll design a necklace for you later. You're missing something around your neck; it would definitely look good on you..."

"Really? Thank you! Thank you, Brother Jingyuan!" Lu Yinzhao said excitedly.

This is an exclusive design by the famous designer Pei Jingyuan! And it was given to him only!

Lu Yinzhao felt like he had hit the jackpot just thinking about it.

He already liked Pei Jingyuan quite a bit. He had followed Pei Jingyuan online before, and sometimes he could get some inspiration from Pei Jingyuan's works.

Beauty in this world is universal, and isn't that exactly what he recorded with his camera?

Studying Pei Jingyuan's works can also improve his own artistic aesthetics and cultivation, which Lu Yinzhao is very happy to do.

"Alright, Zhao Zhao is very innocent, don't flirt with her." Bian Nan nudged Pei Jingyuan with her elbow.

Pei Jingyuan raised an eyebrow, his handsome peach blossom eyes suddenly shooting out with a sharp edge, "I'm talking to Zhao Zhao, what are you interrupting for? Get out of the way."

"..." Bian Nan shut up immediately after being glared at.

He stared at the two people who were talking and laughing with a resentful look on his face, then glanced at Bian Ji, making crazy winks and mouthing the words.

That's like saying: Aren't you going to do anything about it?

He himself can't control his partner anymore, but Bian Ji can still speak up for Zhao Zhao, right?

To his surprise, his younger brother ignored him and, when he looked up, deliberately said, "Are your eyes twitching? I have eye drops in my room, go get them yourself, you're welcome."

"..." Bian Nan fainted again from anger.

Is there anyone in this family who speaks up for him?

Wen Su and Bian Huarong exchanged a smile, thoroughly enjoying the warm moment.

Now that both her sons have found their loved ones, she no longer needs to worry.

However, Wen Su felt quite embarrassed about Ah Ji running away with her best friend's most beloved youngest son.

During this time, she was hesitant to contact Yin Song, fearing that the Lu family might have some objections to it.

When Ah Ji came back that day and told them that everything was going smoothly, she could hardly believe it.

The question that immediately came to mind was: "Didn't Zhao Zhao's brothers tear you apart?"

Wen Su had previously thought that if the Lu family didn't agree, they would take it slow and let the two children's relationship develop further before discussing meeting the parents.

Who knew the Lu family would agree so readily?

Not only was Bian Ji surprised, but her biological mother was also somewhat surprised.

Put yourself in her shoes. If she had a cute little baby who got taken by someone else's pig, she wouldn't have Yin Song's good attitude. She would feel bad for that guy.

So Wen Su felt quite embarrassed that her son hadn't been harassed by the Lu family.

She felt both apologetic and touched; her best friend truly had a broad perspective.

Wen Su could sense that the entire Lu family genuinely wanted the best for the two children.

Their relationship is so stable thanks in no small part to the love from both families.

Since the Lu family has expressed such a sincere stance, their family should also show their sincerity in return.

"Zhao Zhao, what style of interior design do you prefer?" Wen Su asked kindly.

Caught off guard by the question, Lu Yinzhao didn't react immediately and subconsciously replied, "I quite like both minimalist modern style and Nordic style, and wabi-sabi style is also nice."

"Alright, alright." Wen Su looked at Bian Ji. "Did you hear what Zhao Zhao said? Remember it?"

"Mm." Bian Ji nodded.

Lu Yinzhao was completely confused. "What's wrong? Aunt Wen, why are you suddenly asking this...?"

Bian Huarong said with a smile, "Your aunt and I bought you a property in the Dongcheng District. It's a duplex, about 600 square meters. We originally wanted to buy a bigger one, but the overall ratings of other unit types weren't as good as this one. It faces south and has a view of the forest and lake, the scenery is quite nice, and..."

"Wait, wait! Uncle! You mean... the house you bought for me, not Brother Aji?"

"Of course it's for you! That kid has his own money, does he need us to buy it for him? This house is yours, and it's also a small token of our appreciation from your aunt and uncle. Zhao Zhao, you mustn't refuse, otherwise your aunt and uncle will be sad."

Lu Yinzhao was completely dumbfounded.

He saw Bian Huarong's aggrieved expression and felt utterly torn apart.

What's going on?

On his very first formal visit, he was forced to give a house as a gift?

Although he knew that this was nothing to the wealthy and powerful Bian family, Lu Yinzhao was still shocked.

If the Bian family is involved, then it can't be an ordinary house.

Lu Yinzhao swallowed hard and said with difficulty, "Thank you, Uncle and Aunt, or..."

“Did you hear that, Ah Ji? Zhao Zhao has accepted it. Go and take care of it,” Bian Huarong said.

"Mmm," Bian Ji replied softly.

Lu Yinzhao's eyes widened, and he looked at Bian Ji in a panic, then quickly shook his head.

He meant to say, "Maybe we should just forget about it," so how did it turn into him accepting it?

Before he could finish expressing his surprise, Wen Su smiled and said to Pei Jingyuan, "Jingyuan, you have one too. Auntie isn't one to favor one over another; you and Zhaozhao both have one."

Anyone who enters the Bian family will be treated with the utmost hospitality.

After all, it's not easy for both of her sons to find partners.

Pei Jingyuan was not as nervous as Lu Yinzhao. His own family was well-off, so he naturally knew how the Bian family behaved. He thanked them and accepted the gift.

"Auntie, what are you saying? I don't think that way about you. I've also designed some jewelry for you and Uncle. I'll bring it over myself when it's finished."

Lu Yinzhao's eyes lit up instantly when he saw Pei Jingyuan's poised and generous demeanor.

Yes, gift-giving is a reciprocal affair. The things Pei Jingyuan gives are hard to buy even with money, so exchanging gifts like this is perfectly fine.

Although I'm not as awesome as Jingyuan, I still want to do something...

Lu Yinzhao said with a grin, "Uncle and Aunt, I heard from Brother Aji that you'll be celebrating your 40th wedding anniversary soon. How about I take a new set of anniversary wedding photos for you?"

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Author's note: Later.

Dad: Zhao Zhao, what kind of car do you like?

Zhao Zhao: I like...

Bian's father: Okay, okay, I'll talk to Bian Ji and tell him to take this seriously. [Okay]

Zhao Zhao: !!!