“Xiaoxiao has always been decisive, but as her teacher, I can’t let her lose face.” Su Li knew that the Han family was coming to propose marriage today, and she immediately sat up excitedly, her mind a complete mess.
"Zhang Feng, wait a moment. Just tidy up the house. What are we having for lunch today? As an elder, shouldn't we give Xiao Han a red envelope or something?"
"Hurry up, I still have about ten yuan that Xiaoxiao gave me. Go to the state-run restaurant and get a few more dishes."
"Today is Xiaoxiao's special day, so we can't be casual about it. Call her in; I need to get her all tidied up properly."
Zhang Feng nodded: "I was thinking the same thing. Since they've come to our house to propose marriage, we should naturally take it seriously."
"I'm done here, I'll go tidy up the kitchen. I'll call Xiaoxiao in for you first." After saying that, Zhang Feng went out and called Lin Xiaoxiao.
"Wait... On a day like this, hurry up and help me clean up. I can't show my face looking all dirty."
Lin Xiaoxiao heard this as soon as she came in, and quickly said that she had come to get some water.
Seeing her student bustling around, Su Li didn't know what to say, but she respected Lin Xiaoxiao's choice: "I've known Xiao Han for a few days, and he has nothing to say to you or to us, but as a teacher who has lived here for so long, I want to chat with you for a bit."
"A period of good fortune can be faked. You've come from a life of hardship, so you know that relying on family, relatives, or teachers is unpredictable. You have to rely on yourself to succeed in everything."
"I hope that while you are able to manage your life, you can also save some money for yourself so that you won't have no way out when you encounter difficulties. I'm just reminding you like this, and I hope you will never encounter such a situation."
“I have lived with you, Teacher Zhang, for so many years. Whether we were poor or rich, we were able to get through it together because we discussed and agreed on many things. I hope you and your husband can do the same. If either of you makes concessions or suffers grievances, life will easily become a quarrel and heartbreak.”
"I hope you won't wrong yourself in the future. If Xiao Han bullies you, just tell the teacher. There's no shortage of places for you to stay here." Su Li had a lot to say, but when she actually tried to say it, her mind went blank, and she could only say whatever came to mind, which sounded a bit disorganized.
However, Lin Xiaoxiao understood what Su Li was trying to express.
Su Li was genuinely worried. Since there was no guidance from elders, she used her life experience to give advice and expressed her concerns. She did not allow Lin Xiaoxiao to become dependent on her because of her good family background and circumstances.
Lin Xiaoxiao nodded in understanding, telling Su Li not to worry too much about her.
Han Qiushi seems to be a trustworthy person. She can't predict what will happen in the future, and she doesn't want to worry about it in advance. But she will live her life well in the present, whether she is alone or married, she will treat it seriously.
If she really suffers injustice or encounters irreconcilable differences, she won't force it; she'll just separate. Tying someone who doesn't care about her is the greatest torment she can inflict.
The two chatted for a while, and then the topic was over. Su Li then tied Lin Xiaoxiao's hair into a nice braid and put a red flower on her head. She was very pleased to see how beautiful Lin Xiaoxiao had become.
Su Li exclaimed sincerely, "You're so beautiful, if he doesn't cherish you, then he's blind."
"Hahaha...yes, I'm so pretty, lots of people want to marry me." Lin Xiaoxiao laughed loudly, swinging her braids.
"Maybe it's because you're back, and with such a good thing happening today, I feel much lighter. Help me up, and when they arrive, I can make them some tea." Su Li wanted to do something for Lin Xiaoxiao.
In addition, she wasn't lying; her health had indeed improved a lot recently, and she was able to witness Lin Xiaoxiao's important moment.
Lin Xiaoxiao agreed after two seconds of consideration. Su Li had been fed spiritual spring water by her for several days, so her recovery was rapid and it was fine for her to sit outside.
She then took Su Li's hand and helped her up, slowly moving her outside.
After settling Su Li in, Lin Xiaoxiao began to organize things and make the living room space more comfortable, so that it wouldn't feel too crowded when people came.
After finishing his cleaning duties, Zhang Feng went to squeeze into the supply and marketing cooperative and the state-run restaurant.
Not long after Zhang Feng left, several footsteps echoed in the corridor, followed by a knock on the door: "Xiaoxiao, I'm here."
"They're here."
Lin Xiaoxiao went to open the door and saw Bai Hehua and Han's father. Standing at the front was an elderly man who was full of energy and had a particularly kind look in his eyes. He was holding a cane and looked at Lin Xiaoxiao with great appreciation.
There was another woman Lin Xiaoxiao didn't recognize, who looked somewhat like Han's father, and whose eyes shone brightly when she looked at Lin Xiaoxiao.
Han Qiulin, who was standing to the side, had also tidied himself up neatly, and looked at Lin Xiaoxiao with a smile in his eyes.
"Xiaoxiao, this is Grandpa, and this is my aunt." Han Qiushi introduced them to each other very gently.
After Han Qiushi finished introducing them, Bai Hehua smiled and reached out to take Lin Xiaoxiao's hand, saying, "Xiaoxiao, we meet again today."
"Xiaoxiao is so beautiful. No wonder my nephew has been single for so many years. He has good taste in her." Aunt Han Ning couldn't help but lean over and talk to Lin Xiaoxiao.
The elder's straightforward praise made Lin Xiaoxiao blush slightly, but she felt only goodwill from him, and she quickly composed herself.
"Girl, don't just stand there, let's go inside and have a chat," Grandpa Han said with a smile.
"Okay." Lin Xiaoxiao turned to the side and invited everyone inside.
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