Even after returning to Lin Anshu's home, Ji Chuan still couldn't contain his excitement.

Because while accompanying Lin Anshu to the mall to shop, he received a phone call from his father.

For many years, his father had disapproved of him, thinking he was a spoiled brat who was good for nothing but spending money.

If he says even a few more words, his dad will give him a stern look, or unceremoniously remove him from the group chat and block him.

But today, his dad called to praise him.

The incident between him and Lin Anshu at the restaurant was posted online by someone.

As public opinion fermented, the popularity of the marathon, coupled with the police's online response, propelled the matter into the top five trending topics.

His mother, a seasoned internet user, called his father immediately after seeing the news.

Then he received praise from his father.

As soon as his dad hung up the phone, he received a small reward transfer from his dad on WeChat.

There was also news of being pulled back into the group.

Immediately afterwards, his mother also sent him a money transfer and a voice message praising him.

This was the first time he had received affirmation from his parents since he was sent to the countryside.

How could I not be happy?

He almost wanted to dance on the spot to celebrate.

Seeing that his father had finally come to his senses today, Ji Chuan changed his father's contact name on the spot after hanging up the phone.

It was changed to a gentle version of Lei Zhenzi specifically designed to torment single people.

As for why it's Lei Zhenzi? It's because his father's voice was so loud when he scolded him, like thunder, that it was really scary.

In addition, his name contains the character "震" (zhen).

But unfortunately, Lao Ji, who was known for his doting on his wife, would show off his affection with his mother every day, making him, a single dog, suffer.

ε\u003d(′ο｀*))) Sigh.

Not only was Ji Chuan very happy, but Lin Anshu and her family were also overjoyed.

They got home at 8 p.m.

As soon as Lin Anshu drove her new car to her doorstep, she saw all the neighbors gather around.

After her parents greeted her with smiles, they brought out melon seeds, peanuts, and candy from the house and distributed them to everyone.

Someone quickly lit a string of firecrackers and set them off.

After the firecrackers went off, everyone gathered around Lin Anshu and started talking about it.

"Old Lin, your An'an is really amazing, she actually appeared on TV."

"Yes, yes, your An'an won the marathon championship, that's really making your family proud."

"Look at this car, the smooth texture, the sleek design, it's really great."

“Your An’an is the first person to earn enough money for a car for the family by winning a championship on his own, unlike my son, who only knows how to annoy people.”

"An'an, you're getting prettier and prettier! Tell your auntie how you trained for long-distance running!"

"Do you think it's too late for my son Erliang to start practicing running now?"

"..."

After chatting with the villagers who were watching for about five minutes, Lin Anshu finally returned home with the help of her mother.

She was accompanied by Ninth Master and Ninth Granny.

"An'an, Xiao Ji, you're finally back."

"Are you starving? Sit down, the food is in the pot, it's still warm."

"Okay." Ji Chuan washed his hands and ran into the kitchen to serve the dishes.

Lin Anshu is the same.

Lin Anshu and Ji Chuan were extremely satisfied to finally eat the meal cooked by Ninth Master.

"Ninth Master, it has to be you, it's really delicious!" Ji Chuan praised as usual.

"Haha, eat more if you like it."

"Uh-huh."

"Speaking of which, this is the first time I've realized how incredibly hospitable the villagers are," Ji Chuan remarked.

The scene he witnessed when he first entered the room left him speechless.

"That's how it is in the village; if something happens to someone, everyone knows immediately."

"Mainly because everyone is usually quite free, and besides working in the fields, there's not much else to do."

"Now that I've heard about this joyous occasion, I can't help but come and join in the fun!"

"Too."

After chatting for a while, Lin Anshu took out the gifts she had prepared for Ninth Master and Ninth Madam.

She bought Ninth Master a brand-name kitchen knife and Ninth Granny a jar of black sesame paste.

"An'an, this knife is great, it looks really good." Ninth Master was very happy to receive the gift and touched the knife, looking at it over and over.

"This black sesame paste looks delicious. Thank you, An'an."

Grandma Jiu was quite happy to receive a gift herself.

"I'm glad you like it."

I love it!

Before leaving, Ji Chuan offered to take Ninth Master and Ninth Granny back home.

Lin Anshu naturally did not refuse his kindness.

After Mr. and Mrs. Lin saw the guests off, they finally had time to sit down and have a proper talk with Lin Anshu.

Prior to this, Lin Anshu had also sent the gifts she had given to her grandmother and maternal grandmother.

The two elderly women looked at the new clothes their granddaughter (granddaughter-in-law) had bought for them and happily gestured to themselves.

"Here you go, Dad."

"You and Mom can take turns driving it." Lin Anshu handed the keys to the new car she had received that day to her father.

"Why...give this to me? You got the car yourself, so take it and drive it yourself."

“I have my bread, so the car is fine.”

"I'm not used to driving this little car, you guys can take it and drive it." Lin Anshu handed the keys to her father without further ado.

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