"That's right, no sexual relations!"

Xia Enruo felt there was no need to avoid this topic; the more you try to hide it, the more trouble you'll cause. It's better to be open and honest.

Knowing more about some things isn't necessarily a bad thing; girls always need to learn how to protect themselves.

"Oh dear, sister-in-law, where are you referring to!"

Gu Shaoying only realized what was happening after hearing this, and buried her head behind Xia Enruo, lying down on the sofa.

"You understand what I'm saying. You're a college student, so you know what I mean. This is the bottom line I expect of you."

Little sister? Little sister, get up. I'm talking to you very seriously about this. It doesn't matter who it is.

You better remember this, don't cause us any trouble! Do you hear me?

Xia Enruo pulled Gu Shaoying up, looked her into the eyes, and earnestly instructed her.

"I understand, sister-in-law. Don't worry. It definitely won't happen."

"I'm relieved to hear that. How can we ask your sister-in-law to create some opportunities for you two?"

"No need, sister-in-law. If I need your help even with dating, then I've wasted my time at university."

"Good little sister. I'm happy to hear you say that. A person should have some ambition and ability, even when it comes to dating."

After seeing the guests off, Wang Meihua closed the door and came in, only to find the two of them chatting and laughing on the sofa.

"What's wrong? What's so funny?"

Xia Enru interrupted, saying:

"It's nothing, Mom. She's just joking around with her little sister."

Oh, right, it's almost the end of the year. Mom should take my little sister to the department store to buy some clothes for the New Year.

I also bought one for my dad. I'll pay for it for you.

Wang Meihua felt embarrassed after hearing this, as she knew her daughter-in-law was wealthy.

However, he didn't spend a single penny when he came to Yongning; his son and daughter-in-law paid for everything.

Xia Enruo even covered her daughter's tuition and living expenses for four years of university. How could she possibly let her spend any more money?

"Enruo, Mom will pay for this. You don't need to. We're all buying new clothes for the whole family, and Mom will cover it all."

"That won't do. Shaoxuan and I are both married, how can we spend your and Dad's money?"

“You’ve already spent too much. Not only did you spend so much money on your dad’s car, but you also paid for Shaoying’s tuition and living expenses.”

You've already done right by Gu Jia. Don't worry, the money Mom gave you is more than enough to buy a few nice outfits.

I'll buy a couple of outfits for my eldest grandson too, so the whole family can have a good time during the New Year."

"Sister-in-law, just listen to Mom. She has a lot of money with her, and if she can't spend it, she probably won't sleep well at night."

"Mom, could you give me more pocket money? I'll help you spend it so you don't have trouble sleeping at night."

"You brat. All you do is praise and criticize your mother. You don't have to pay for your food and drinks, and your sister-in-law even gave you a VIP card."

Your allowance is more than double what your older brother had in college. And you're still asking me for more? I think you're asking for a beating.

"Hey, hey, a gentleman uses words, not fists. I was just saying, I didn't really want it. Why are you in such a hurry? This old lady is easily teased."

Gu Shaoying, ever the smooth talker, winked at Xia Enruo.

Seeing that the girl was speaking without any respect for elders, Wang Meihua prepared to pick up a feather duster and give her a good scare.

Upon seeing this, Gu Shaoying hurriedly ran upstairs.

"I'm going to put the kids to bed, I'm not talking to you anymore."

Wang Meihua was so angry she laughed.

"Enruo, did you see that? She's practically a female bandit. It's settled then, listen to Mom's arrangements."

"The Gu family can support their daughter-in-law."

On Lunar New Year's Eve, the old Gu family compound in the provincial capital was filled with red lanterns.

This was Xia Enruo's first time returning to the provincial capital for the Chinese New Year since she transmigrated.

Although the original owner could still remember the layout of the Gu family's old house, experiencing it firsthand made her feel even more at home.

Because of the Chinese New Year, the Gu family gave their hired nanny a holiday. So the whole family had to help with all the housework.

Xia Enruo followed Wang Meihua, busy in the kitchen.

Gu Shaoying followed her elder brother to paste paper-cut window decorations and couplets.

Gu Zhiyuan was in charge of taking care of his two grandsons, making the children giggle and laugh. He was so happy that he couldn't stop smiling and would kiss them every now and then.

"See Enruo? Shaoxuan and Shaoying never saw your dad so patient in coaxing them when they were little."

The old saying goes, "Grandparents love their grandchildren more," and that's absolutely true!

"Mom, you're the same. Shaoxuan told me that when you were coaxing him when he was little, you used to beat him quite a bit."

"That's because he's naughty. If he weren't naughty, I could hit him. When raising children in a family, there always has to be one who plays the good cop and the other the bad cop."

Otherwise, education will be ineffective. Too much leniency leads to neglect, while too much strictness leads to over-control. There's a lot to learn about raising children.

Now your father and I are free, it's up to you two.

Xia Enruo knew that her mother-in-law was giving her a hint: she shouldn't be too indulgent, but she also shouldn't be too strict.

Although she had never given birth in her previous life, she understood these principles. Even if she hadn't eaten pork, she had at least seen pigs run.

She had long ago decided that she must raise these two children well, and not let them drift through life aimlessly.

"Okay, Mom, just you wait and see. I guarantee you'll be 100% satisfied."

Xia Enruo had another plan when she came to the provincial capital for the Spring Festival: to explore the local market.

After all, Yongning City is too small, with a small population and therefore a small market.

The provincial capital alone covers an area three times the size of Yongning City, so there are many business opportunities waiting to be developed.

She's been here for a week, and Gu Shaoxuan has driven her around town quite a bit.

Although it is the provincial capital, after some research, I found that its market economy development is still in its initial stage, and it may not even be as developed as Yongning City.

So she made up her mind to have someone from her company come to the provincial capital to find a suitable position after the New Year.

We will first bring in Like Wan Jia Supermarket, Ke Lai Xiang Private Kitchen, and He Shun Si Ji Hotel.

First, secure market share, then gradually expand step by step.

After staying in the provincial capital until after the Lantern Festival, Gu Shaoxuan drove Xia Enruo back home.

Wang Meihua will stay in the provincial capital for a while and then go there later.

Although school hadn't started yet, Gu Shaoying had nothing to do at home, so she decided to go back with her sister-in-law early.

Now that her mother didn't go back with her sister-in-law, she could still help soothe the children. Most importantly, Yongning still had someone who had won her heart.

When Xia Enruo got home, she immediately went to a dinner party and invited all the friends she knew to come and have a meal.

Before the Lunar New Year is over, we should pay our respects to the ancestors first, otherwise it would be too late and impolite.

Due to the heavy snowfall this winter, the New Year's visit to the troops was delayed until after the holiday.

Gu Shaoxuan returned just in time, and Lu Zhenhua specially arranged for his family to go to the military base, firstly to visit and comfort the soldiers.

Secondly, I wanted Xia Enruo to help me cook some good dishes.

New Year's greetings are a major event of the year, and Xia Enruo dared not refuse when she heard that Lu Tuan had personally requested her to go.

He simply brought two more apprentices from the company, filling the car to capacity, and headed to the camp a day early.