Zhouzhou also realized that the Chen family wasn't just the Chen sisters, but also Professor Qin.
She immediately suppressed her admiring gaze at the beautiful woman.
That's why she's a celebrity; instantly, her entire demeanor changed, becoming dignified and elegant, with a face that exuded peace and prosperity.
The speed at which this expression changed stunned Chen Jinhua and Chen Xiuhua, while Chen Xihua's lips twitched, but she smiled without saying a word.
After the group arrived at the main room and greeted Old Man Qin, they went to the backyard to talk.
Meanwhile, start preparing dinner – a self-service barbecue!
This dinner party was Chen Xihua's way of having some fun, as she hadn't formally hosted any guests since moving into the courtyard house.
"Xiao Wu, is there anything else we need to prepare? I'll go out and buy it." Chen Jinhua was going out again later and decided to stop by the market to buy groceries on the way.
"No need for meat, the meat that Sister Niu bought this morning is enough."
Second sister, could you buy some more vegetables, like corn, lotus root, dried tofu, and eggplant? You can choose any other vegetables you like!
Chen Xihua considered that Zhouzhou and the others were celebrities and should pay special attention to their diet and control their weight, and should eat less meat.
When not busy, the courtyard is filled with laughter and chatter. Sister-in-law Niu and Sister-in-law Niu are mainly busy in the kitchen, washing and slicing various ingredients.
The three Chen sisters, along with Miao Huizhu, also assisted each other.
First, take out the pre-ordered barbecue grill and set it up in the yard.
Little Yuanyuan, who had just woken up, had her obsidian-like eyes darting around. She took turns being held by Zhouzhou and Zhongqian.
Every now and then, little Yuanyuan would babble, and it was hard to tell whether she was happy or uncomfortable from being held so many times and wanted to cry.
"Meihua, can I raise your daughter for you?" Zhouzhou really adored Xiaoyuanyuan.
Chen Meihua had just come out of the kitchen carrying a plate of skewered chicken wings.
Upon hearing Zhouzhou's words, she immediately put down the chicken wings and went to hug her daughter. "No way, she's my daughter, I'll raise her myself!"
Zhong Qian joked, "Chen Meihua, since we're high school classmates, can I make a small request? Can Xiaoyuan call me godmother?"
"Yes, godmother! Meihua, I want to be Xiaoyuanyuan's godmother too!"
Zhouzhou hadn't considered this possibility, but after Zhong Qian mentioned it, she immediately became excited.
Chen Meihua held Xiao Yuanyuan in her arms, her face showing reluctance. She muttered to herself, "Xiao Yuanyuan already has four aunts. I don't want my daughter to call someone else 'godmother'."
However, Xiao Wu had just gone out and wasn't around, so she couldn't make a decision right away.
When it came to matters concerning her daughter, Chen Meihua's first thought was to find Xiao Wu.
"Third brother, it's good to have more people to love Xiaoyuanyuan, but if we're really going to recognize her as a godparent, we need to be more formal."
Comrade Zhou and Comrade Zhong, you should first consult your parents and obtain their consent.
Old Qin, who was pacing back and forth in the courtyard like a supervisor, spoke up to defuse the situation.
In his view, recognizing a godparent is like taking on a master, and it shouldn't be done too casually.
But seeing that the two girls genuinely liked Yuanyuan, he didn't say a word and rejected her on behalf of Chen Meihua.
"Yes, Professor Qin is right. We both like Xiaoyuanyuan so much that we couldn't resist. I'll call my parents as soon as I get back."
The older Zhouzhou, being more mature and thoughtful, immediately responded and diffused the awkward situation.
Zhong Qian was a little embarrassed, but she smiled and nodded in agreement.
Chen Meihua secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Chen Xihua, who had gone out to buy drinks, happened to walk in. After overhearing half of it, she guessed what was going on and said impartially, "Our little Yuanyuan is indeed adorable!"
In their previous lives, many young people and close female friends would have each other's children call them godmothers.
In Chen Xihua's view, this is actually easy to accept.
However, Old Man Qin's considerations were not without merit, and she would not refute his words.
Perhaps, at this time, especially in Hong Kong or Guangdong province.
It seems that many people, in order to curry favor with the rich and powerful, recognize some influential people as their "godfathers" and "godmothers".
Especially in the entertainment industry, some newly debuted stars try to climb the social ladder by marrying wealthy people and becoming their godfathers.
Since Zhouzhou and Zhong Qian are also in the entertainment industry, it's understandable that Old Man Qin is a little worried.
This little incident passed quickly, and no one mentioned it again.
However, Zhouzhou genuinely liked Xiaoyuanyuan, and she was actually thinking of asking her parents' opinion when she returned to Haishi.
Around four o'clock in the afternoon, a barbecue started in the courtyard, and Ning Wenfeng also came over.
"You are guests, please have a seat!"
After greeting the outsiders, he took over Chen Xiuhua's job and helped grill chicken wings.
That's right, he felt like he was already a member of the Chen family, and he actively helped to receive guests.
Soon after, Chen Jinhua returned carrying some vegetables.
Inside the courtyard house, the Chen family's self-service barbecue continued until 7 p.m.
The guests and hosts alike enjoyed the barbecue.
When seeing Zhouzhou and Zhong Qian off, Chen Xihua and Miao Huizhu went to the mall to choose gifts for their visit to the Qin family the next day.
When she returned to the courtyard house, she received a call from Lu Zhengjing.
"Xi Hua, do you have any plans for tomorrow? I'd like to invite you to the movies!"
Since he's already said he's pursuing her, he should press his advantage and call her sooner or later to let her gradually get used to his presence.
"I have plans for tomorrow morning!" Chen Xihua thought to herself, this person really gets into character quickly.
Lu Zhengjing said in a light tone, "Perfect, you have time this afternoon."
I'll bring you the invitation later. My father's birthday banquet will be held at a hotel next to Wangfujing Street.
"Seventh Master Lu, aren't you being a bit too authoritarian? I haven't even agreed to your request yet."
And I didn't say I'd have time in the afternoon!
"Xi Hua, I'll take it as you saying something romantic to me."
Otherwise, if you had something to do all day tomorrow, you wouldn't have said you had plans for the morning.
As for your claim that I am despotic, let me repeat myself.
I'm free tomorrow afternoon; I'm ready to serve you anytime!
Over the phone, Chen Xihua could hear a soft, smug laugh coming from Lu Zhengjing's throat.
Then, with a hint of accusation, he continued.
"Your Chen family had a self-service barbecue this afternoon. Ning Wenfeng, that guy, was allowed to go, and you didn't even tell me. I even took you home this morning."
Chen Xihua was slightly taken aback: "How did you know?"
He sent people to keep an eye on her near her house? Probably not! Could it be...?
Just as she was having all sorts of doubts, Lu Zhengjing seemed to have guessed what she was thinking and immediately explained.
"I wasn't watching your house, but I was thinking about it."
Do you still remember that gossip reporter, Wu Liangsheng?
He was originally following your company's artist, Zhouzhou, and then he followed him all the way to your courtyard house.
When you saw them off, he saw you and recognized you, so he didn't dare post the photos he took.
Lu Zhengjing did not mention that Wu Liangsheng was now one of his men, and that Jingsheng Group also had a media department.
After that incident, Wu Liangsheng almost lost his job. No newspaper in Beijing dared to report the gossip he had been following.
Unless he leaves Beijing and continues to work as a journalist in another city.
Afterwards, he realized the problem and went to Lu Zhengjing for help.
"So it was him. Well, I should thank you then," Chen Xihua said, raising her voice.
"No need for thanks, but I'll pick you up tomorrow afternoon!" Lu Zhengjing was tactful, but he didn't forget the purpose of his call.
Chen Xihua gave him face and said, "Okay!"
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