Since they were young, the two of them have always been compared because they are of similar age.

The younger brother-in-law Zhou Liang said, "Qingzhi went to the back hill to visit her grandmother. Qianqian, the handsome boy next to you is your boyfriend? I heard from your grandfather that you were going to bring your boyfriend back and get engaged next year. This boy looks really handsome."

The boy was 1.7 meters tall, and Xu Qianqian's height just reached his ears. So their heights were a good match, but she had a round face and a strong body, and weighed about 180 to 190 pounds.

The young man also followed Xu Qianqian and called people one by one, which made people feel polite.

Last year, there were several young members of the Xu family who were single. This year, all of them are together, except for Xu Zijun who is still studying. Grandpa was happy to see this scene.

Soon, everyone gathered around Xu Qianqian's boyfriend and asked him questions.

"Where are you from? How many people are there in your family? Do you have any brothers or sisters?"

"What kind of job do you do?"

"How much is the salary?"

Those who came to investigate the household registration book were not as detailed as them. The young man had just arrived and just answered whatever people asked.

The young man was Liu Wang, a colleague of Xu Qinqin in the same company, but they were in different departments. During several private gatherings, Xu Qinqin brought her sister along, and Liu Wang and Xu Qianqian fell in love. He was eight years older than Xu Qianqian, and was also from the north, from the same province as Zhou Le.

Zhou Le and his family immediately and enthusiastically called him a fellow villager. Although they were from different cities, the drive was estimated to be two or three hours, which was not far.

Zhou Le's parents said enthusiastically: "When you and Qianqian come back to our hometown, come visit us."

Liu Wang smiled and replied, "Okay."

As soon as grandpa saw him, he knew that although Liu Wang didn't look good, he must be an honest and decent man, so he felt relieved.

Moreover, the salary he got from inquiries was not small. Although he didn't say it explicitly, Fu Guiying next to him had revealed the truth. He had worked in the company for several years and was already the supervisor of that department. His salary was higher than that of Qinqin. He was only waiting for the engagement to be completed this year, and then he would start looking for a house in Kyoto to buy.

Zhou Ping was quite envious. With her and Zhou Le's salaries, they would never be able to buy a house in Kyoto even if they went without food and drink for the rest of their lives.

A while ago, Yanmei's aunt agreed to let them join Xiaohuo's company, but she didn't know if it was true. When she went for the interview, she thought Xiaohuo would definitely have no problem getting a job because he was busy with her mother's illness, but she didn't expect to be rejected.

Wang Yanmei and Xu Fuqiang were busy in the kitchen, and Xu Zijun went out to play with the children.

Xu Qingzhi came back from the back mountain and did not go to the guest room. Instead, he went to the kitchen to help wash vegetables while Huo Fengyan was peeling garlic.

Wang Yanmei stopped her from doing that: "It's cold today, and your grandpa doesn't have hot water to wash the vegetables. Your hands will be frozen red in a little while. Go, go over there and play with everyone. I just heard vaguely that Qianqian brought her boyfriend. You and Qianqian are of the same generation, and you played well together when you were little. How come you don't keep in touch with each other now that you've grown up? It's really strange."

Xu Qingzhi's eyes darkened for a moment, and he only said, "As we grow older, we have less contact, so naturally we don't play together that much."

The second uncle's voice came from the kitchen door: "Qingzhi is here, you are still so sensible, why don't you go over there and play with everyone."

Xu Qingzhi said calmly: "Everyone go out and have fun. Who will cook for dozens of people?"

Although grandpa asked her mother to be the chef, the sensible ones knew that this was the New Year's Eve dinner, and they would help when they saw someone who needed to help.

When she came back, she saw that no one was helping her. Her mother's hands were red and she felt heartbroken.

The meal has already been prepared. She can't come and overturn the table and say that no one can eat. She is an adult, not a child, and her mother won't agree.

After this meal, she would tell her grandfather that the next time they prepare New Year’s Eve dinner, it would be the turn of her two uncles’ families.

As for who does it, that's their business.

We can't always let her mother come just because her mother cooks delicious food.

Fu Guiying went there reluctantly.

When the great uncle Xu Fumin saw this, he knew what was going on and pulled his wife to help.

The aunt said, "Why don't you go?"

Xu Fumin lowered his voice and said, "This kitchen is all women's work, how can I go there?"

The aunt pursed her lips, looked at him unhappily, and then went to the kitchen.

As soon as we entered the kitchen, the eldest aunt smiled and said, "Qingzhi, please get out. There is no need for you young people to be in the kitchen. Leave the kitchen to us."

"Well, thank you two aunts for your hard work." Xu Qingzhi washed her hands, then moved between the busy figures of her parents and sighed, "Dad, you are really good. The shredded radish you cut is better than Mom's."

Wang Yanmei didn't know what her daughter meant, but she was telling the truth. She smiled and said, "Your dad is not as good at cooking as I am, but he is really better at slicing radishes than I am."

"Did dad also cut this pepper? It's cut so beautifully." Xu Qingzhi asked.

Wang Yanmei: "Well, the peppers are spicy, so your dad rushed to cut them."

Xu Fuqiang was praised by his daughter, and he smiled happily, but he said, "Okay, you flatterer, go out and wait for dinner. You are not needed in the kitchen."

"Okay, then I'll go out." Xu Qingzhi's hands were frozen red after washing the vegetables. She was going to warm herself by the fire. There were too many people in the kitchen and it would be crowded, so she was not needed, so she called Huo Fengyan, who had just washed his hands, to go out.

The aunt who was picking vegetables in the kitchen suddenly felt uncomfortable when she remembered what her husband said, "The kitchen is for women."

This rich, powerful and capable man, why can't he do anything?

Normally at home, she cooks meals and washes clothes. But today, the first day of the Lunar New Year, she can't rest for a whole day. Her son spent more than a thousand yuan on the clothes she is wearing, and she is afraid that they will get dirty.

In the reception room on the other side, people were still chatting about Liu Wang.

When Grandpa saw Qingzhi coming back, he quickly said, "Qingzhi, Xiaohuo, you two come and sit over here. It must be cold on the mountain. Come and warm yourself by the fire."

Xu Qingzhi found a spot by the fire and said, "It's not cold."

Huo Fengyan sat down next to her.

"This is Xiao Huo. He is really handsome. I heard that he opened a company in Kyoto. What kind of company is it?" asked the second uncle.

Huo Fengyan said calmly: "Internet company."

"The Internet is great. Our Qinqin and Liu Wang are both working in computers in Internet companies." The second uncle said, intentionally mentioning his proud son and future son-in-law.

Next second.

Liu Wang suddenly stood up and called out respectfully, "Hello, Mr. Huo."

People present: “???”

What is going on.

(End of this chapter)