The two drove up the mountain, taking care not to disturb Jiang's father, who was still recuperating, as the mountain road was rugged.
He Yubai was extremely careful, carefully avoiding the potholes and bumps on the road.
Jiang's father glanced at him and had to admit that He Yubai was indeed good-looking, the kind of guy who would easily attract girls.
Jiang's father wondered to himself, "Could Mianmian be someone who judges people by their looks?"
However, judging by appearance isn't necessarily a bad thing.
As for what others might say about it being superficial, Jiang's father didn't think so at all; whatever his precious daughter did was right!
Except for bringing a partner home on a whim.
Noticing Jiang's father's gaze, He Yubai felt a little nervous.
The carriage was quiet, and the atmosphere was naturally awkward. He wanted to find something to talk about.
But Jiang's father spoke first: "Xiao He, do you really like Mianmian?"
When Jiang Mian's name was mentioned, He Yubai's expression became serious: "Uncle Jiang, I promise you, I really like Mianmian."
After he finished speaking, he added, "Although you may not believe it when I say things like 'I love you,' Mianmian and I are still children in your eyes, I really love Mianmian."
When young people express their love, it's not in a dramatic or earth-shattering way, but rather in a strong and straightforward manner.
This way of expressing things is so simple that it has a persuasive magic.
"Then I want to keep Mianmian for a few more years. I don't want her to get married so early."
Hearing Jiang's father's words, He Yubai's heart skipped a beat. Was the other party very dissatisfied with him?
Although He Yubai was a little anxious, he still patiently said, "After all, marriage is a matter between two families. If Uncle Jiang is not at ease with me, why not examine me for a few more years? I can wait for Mianmian."
Wow, look how nice that mouth is!
Jiang's father gave He Yubai a deep look, until he felt uncomfortable staring at him, before saying in a low voice, "We've arrived."
With the help of his cane, Jiang's father didn't let He Yubai support him too much, but he did take to heart the other's self-recommendation of "doing more research".
And so, under Jiang's father's direction, He Yubai spent an afternoon working as a free laborer in the orchard.
The Chinese medicine that Jiang Mian brought back was immediately cooled down.
The two of them didn't return until almost sunset. Although Jiang's father was leaning on a cane, he looked as smug as a landlord.
As for He Yubai standing to the side, he looked like a farmhand who had just returned from a hard labor trip.
His noble face couldn't hide a hint of fatigue; there was dirt stuck to the left side of his jaw, and his sleeves and trouser cuffs were also dirty.
As for his hair, which he had specially styled for meeting his future in-laws, it was now quite messy.
Seeing this, Jiang's mother felt sorry for him: "Xiao He, go and wash up quickly."
"good."
He Yubai nodded and turned to go to the tap when Jiang's father suddenly asked, "Are you tired from work today?"
He Yubai quickly shook his head: "Not tired, not tired."
“It’s good that you’re not tired,” Jiang’s father said with a calculating shrewdness. “If a young man complains of being tired after doing so little work, his body is probably too weak. Who would dare to marry their daughter to you?”
His tone seemed to carry a hint of warning.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Mian knew that what he said was true.
There are two kinds of cattle and horses in the world: one is a real cow or a real horse, and the other is this future son-in-law who comes to your door.
You can't help but be arranged to do things.
Upon hearing this, Jiang's mother looked quite resentful. This person really had no self-control, saying all sorts of nonsense in front of the two children.
As it gets late, it's time to arrange for this room to be used for rest and sleep.
Originally, Jiang's mother planned to sleep with Jiang Mian herself, while Jiang's father would sleep with He Yubai.
But Jiang's father was clearly unwilling, claiming that he had difficulty walking and that if he got up at night, he would easily wake up the young man, Xiao He.
He Yubai was also perceptive and immediately said that he would just go to a hotel and get a room.
In short, the busy day is finally over.
He Yubai took a shower at the hotel and then took out his phone to send a message to Jiang Mian.
He'd probably gotten used to being with this person all this time, and now that they weren't around, he felt a little empty inside.
Upon receiving He Yubai's WeChat message offering comfort and asking for a hug, Jiang Mian naturally went to meet him as promised.
She tiptoed downstairs, afraid of disturbing Jiang's parents, and carefully left the courtyard.
But Jiang's mother naturally saw through this furtive figure clearly.
It was quite a coincidence; she felt the room was a bit stuffy and happened to witness this scene when she opened the window.
Jiang's father was still lying in bed, muttering to himself, "I've always felt that Mianmian should be a girl. I never thought that after all these years, this wish would actually come true."
"Alright, stop nagging about this," Jiang's mother lay back down on the bed. "Do you really have that much of a problem with Xiao He?"
The room was pitch black, and Jiang's father's tone softened unconsciously: "It's not that I'm targeting him, it's just that as an old father, I finally got a little girl, and I really don't want to let go so soon."
My own child is still just a child. If I get married, won't I have to suffer through childbirth very soon?
Jiang's father couldn't bear it, and his memories seemed to go back to more than ten years ago, when Jiang Mian was still a child.
While he was still feeling sentimental, Jiang's mother shattered his dream: "Even if you try your best to hold on, it won't work. Your daughter has already sneaked out. Judging from the direction she's going, she's probably heading to find Xiao He."
"What!?"
Jiang's father sat up in shock and immediately tried to get out of bed: "This is outrageous! How can a girl be so shameless? She's practically throwing herself at someone else! No way! I have to call her back!"
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