Chapter 5t08 Summer Vacation 2

The matter of staying on to teach at the university has been temporarily settled, and then the summer vacation will arrive.

Gu Yan made several phone calls, urging Gu Zhao to go to Huacheng for the summer, and said that if he didn't come soon, he would come to pick him up personally.

In addition, Gu Yan mentioned that Chen Anna is currently pregnant, so Nan Zhiyi decided to personally take Gu Zhao there and visit Chen Anna as well.

Upon learning this, Gu Xiao thought for a moment and said, "I happen to be able to take a few days off. We can fly there; it'll be quick and save you the trouble of traveling."

"Taking a plane?"

“Yes, that will save time. When we come back, we won’t have to catch the original flight. Didn’t you mention before that you wanted to see the scenery of Lushan? We can fly from Huacheng to Nancheng, and I’ll accompany you to Lushan for a day to see the old villas and the sea of ​​clouds before returning to Beijing. The timing will be perfect.”

Nan Zhiyi clung to Gu Xiao's neck, shaking her head and saying, "Fifth Brother, you're so kind. You still remember that I wanted to go to Mount Lu?"

Gu Xiao supported her waist and hips, "Over the years, the number of times I've seriously gone out with you to see the world can be counted on one hand."

He felt he owed her a lot; what was a simple trip for an ordinary couple required them to carefully plan their time to make it happen.

"Okay, let's not talk about that. I'd be happy to go out with you, even if it's just for a day!"

Her thoughts turned to business. "Once you've booked your tickets, remember to let Gu Yan know. I'll also take advantage of these few days to prepare some things for Anna to take with her. No matter how much they cost, it's all from our hearts."

"Okay. You can decide what to do and prepare."

For the next two days, everyone in the family was busy.

Nan Zhiyi prepared all the gifts for Chen Anna and Gu Yan.

Gu Xiao was busy dealing with work before his vacation.

Gu Zhao excitedly packed his luggage, his small suitcase was packed full because he was going to stay in Huacheng for another month or so.

The weather was fine on the day of departure.

Xiao Wang drove his family of three to the Capital Airport.

Compared to the novelty of his first flight with his uncle, Gu Zhao was much more experienced this time. Pulling his small suitcase, he looked up at the silver-gray Boeing 707 on the tarmac. "Dad, this plane seems bigger than the one I flew with my uncle last time! The wings are longer too! Can I sit in a window seat later?"

Gu Xiao patted his head: "Okay, you can sit by the window. Fasten your seatbelt and don't move around."

"I absolutely will not move!"

Gu Zhao straightened her small body, saluted her father and mother, and made her promise.

Boarding, takeoff.

The flight of several hours passed quietly.

The plane landed at Huacheng Airport in the afternoon.

As soon as the hatch opened, a humid and warm breeze rushed in.

After collecting her luggage and stepping out of the arrival gate, Nan Zhiyi spotted Gu Yan amidst the noisy crowd. He was wearing a light gray polo shirt and dark trousers, his hair neatly combed, and he looked energetic.

Upon seeing them, Gu Yan raised his arm and waved, then quickly walked over to greet them.

"Brother! Sister-in-law! Xiaoman! Over here!"

He first ruffled Gu Zhao's hair, "Good lad, you've grown taller again! Were you tired on the way?"

After receiving a resounding "Not tired!" from Gu Zhao, he turned to his brother and sister-in-law and helped them carry their luggage.

"Come on, the car's outside. The room's all ready, Anna's waiting at home. She's pregnant, so we didn't make her run around. Let's go straight to dinner, I've made a reservation for you! The Cantonese chef there is a real expert, especially the poached chicken and soup, you absolutely have to try them, sister-in-law!"

His words came out in rapid succession, both fast and enthusiastic, making Nan Zhiyi cover her mouth and chuckle.

Gu Zhao was very supportive: "I know! Uncle, you took me there before! Those shrimp dumplings, with transparent skin and big shrimp inside!" He gestured.

Gu Yan laughed heartily: "Exactly! You have a good memory! You even ordered your favorite dishes this time!"

Gu Zhao nodded vigorously and uttered a sentence in Cantonese with a northern accent: "I understand! Thank you, Uncle!"

Gu Yan's smile widened, revealing his usual carefree attitude: "Our Xiaoman can speak Cantonese now! That's progress! This month, your uncle will teach you a few more phrases!"

The group quickly arrived at the restaurant.

The private room was elegant and quiet, with ample air conditioning, and a lush courtyard outside the window.

After we were seated, the waiter handed us the menu.

Gu Yan took it and rattled off a string of dishes as if they were his own treasures: "Boiled Qingyuan Chicken, Steamed Grouper, Golden Pigeon, Shrimp Dumplings, Mango Pomelo Sago..."

He wished he could order all the restaurant's signature dishes so that his brother, sister-in-law, and nephew could try them all at once.

Gu Xiao waved his hand, interrupting him: "Alright, Gu Yan, don't waste food. There are only a few of us, we can't eat that much. Just order a few special and refreshing dishes to try."

Gu Yan stopped, still wanting more, and crossed out a few dishes with a hint of regret. "Well... brother, sister-in-law, if you like any of these dishes, let's come back and eat something else tomorrow or the day after!"

Nan Zhiyi gently touched Gu Xiao's arm.

Gu Xiao understood and said to Gu Yan, "Your sister-in-law and I won't be staying here for long. Our flight is tomorrow afternoon, so we have to leave. Xiaoman can stay and keep you company for a while longer."

Gu Yan was pouring tea for his brother and sister-in-law when he heard this, he paused, and the excitement on his face subsided a bit: "Are you leaving so soon? Stay a couple more days, I happen to have some free time, I'll show you around."

"No, thank you," Gu Xiao accepted the tea offered, "I'll just accompany your sister-in-law on a trip to Lushan."

Gu Yan sighed inwardly, deciding not to try and persuade them further. "Alright, Mount Lu has beautiful scenery, and this season is perfect for visiting. Have a good time..."

The food was served quickly.

Gu Yan served Nan Zhiyi a bowl of soup first, "Sister-in-law, have a taste."

Nan Zhiyi accepted the porcelain bowl, thanked her, and then steered the conversation back to Gu Zhao, "Gu Yan, Anna is pregnant now and needs to rest. Isn't it too much trouble for you to have Gu Zhao stay for so long?"

“Sister-in-law, you’re being too polite! We have three efficient nannies at home. Yun Sheng’s assistants are also very reliable. Xiao Man can stay home whenever he wants, with the nannies looking after him; if he wants to go out, Yun Sheng or the others can take him anytime; he can even come to the company with me, there’s a place in the office for him to rest and play. Besides, our Xiao Man is so easy to take care of, he can eat, sleep, and wash by himself, how is that troublesome? If you keep saying things like that, you might as well not talk to me at all!”

He deliberately added a hint of annoyance to his last sentence.

Nan Zhiyi smiled and said, "Okay, I won't say anything more. I was overthinking it." She looked at her son, "Gu Zhao, you have to be a good boy and listen to your uncle and aunt, okay?"

Gu Zhao looked up from her food, her little mouth glistening with oil, and said, "Okay, Mom!" Then she buried her head in her food again.

Gu Xiao carefully removed the fish bones, scooped out a small half bowl of snow-white fish meat, and placed it next to Nan Zhiyi: "Eat it while it's hot, it's quite fresh."

Nan Zhiyi smiled and replied softly, "Yes, thank you, Fifth Brother."

She picked up a piece of fish and put it in her mouth; it was indeed fresh and sweet.

Returning the favor, she also picked up the serving chopsticks, selected a piece of crispy-skinned and tender meat from the roast goose plate, and put it in Gu Xiao's bowl. "The skin of this roast goose is very crispy. I just tasted it, and it's not bad. You should try it."

Gu Xiao raised an eyebrow. "Well, then I thank Mrs. Gu as well."