Chapter 123 A Cheongsam for Mrs. Shi
The next day, the two brought some gifts for their family and close friends in the area.
On the third day of the Lunar New Year, they set off to return to China, ending their honeymoon.
I got home in the evening.
When Qin Shuzhi came out of the shower, she saw an exquisite square gift box on the dressing table. "What is this?"
Before she could even ask, the man wrapped his arms around her from behind and kissed her hair. "A cheongsam for Mrs. Shi."
Upon hearing that it was a cheongsam, Qin Shuzhi's long eyelashes trembled involuntarily.
But thinking that she would be going back to her parents' home tomorrow and would look good in a cheongsam, she happily went to open the gift box.
"What color is it? Is it festive?"
She opened the gift box and saw an apricot-pink silk cheongsam inside.
"This...why is it a thin version?"
Qin Shuzhi reached out and picked up the cheongsam with a puzzled look, and her face immediately flushed.
Unlike her mother's festive and dignified winter cheongsam, the one she was holding now... was a custom-made one.
The easily undone Chinese knot buttons, combined with the off-shoulder design and high-slit skirt, make this cheongsam exude...sexiness in every detail.
Qin Shuzhi turned around and glared at the man, embarrassed and annoyed. "How can you go out dressed like this?"
A mischievous smile crept into Shi Yuanxing's eyes. "Yeah, so you can only wear it at home for me to see."
"you……"
Qin Shuzhi blushed and shoved the cheongsam into his hand, scolding him in a low voice, "You're getting more and more improper."
Where is there even a trace of his usual refined, cultured, and self-disciplined demeanor in public?
"What's wrong with it?"
Shi Yuanxing hooked his arm around her waist and pulled her into his arms. "This is clearly a romantic gesture between husband and wife."
He lowered his head and caressed her lips, his voice seductive, "Baby, put it on now, okay?"
"don't want."
Qin Shuzhi wanted to escape from his embrace.
But the other person selectively ignored her words, saying, "Shall I help you put it on?"
"I won't wear it."
"Is this how you unbutton it?"
Qin Shuzhi: "..."
...
Finally, the man personally put the cheongsam on her, and then slowly took it off...
...
The next day was the fourth day of the Lunar New Year.
They were going to visit the Qin family early in the morning to offer New Year's greetings.
After getting up, Qin Shuzhi received another cheongsam.
It's also apricot pink, but this time it's a dignified and elegant winter cheongsam.
The design is similar to Qin's mother's, but Qin Shuzhi's is more playful and refreshing.
She put it on, and then draped a white fur shawl over her shoulders, exuding a dignified and elegant air, just like a lady from a prominent family during the Republic of China era.
She stood tall and graceful.
But when Shi Yuanxing looked at her, what came to mind was the image of her wearing that sexy cheongsam last night.
Her alluring figure, coupled with her shy and flustered face, made her as tempting as an innocent fairy.
Pure yet alluring.
Qin Shu didn't know what the man behind her was reminiscing about; all she knew was that she really liked the cheongsam she was wearing in the mirror.
Satisfied, she immediately took out her phone, snapped a photo, and sent it to Qin's mother, inviting her to wear her outfit so they could match mother and daughter.
The two arrived at the Qin family's house at 9:30.
The Qin family home was filled with the festive atmosphere of the Lunar New Year. The entire villa was decorated with Spring Festival couplets, ribbons, and red lanterns, creating a joyful and warm ambiance. The whole family was enjoying themselves immensely.
Shi Yuanxing really liked the atmosphere at the Qin family home, and the two of them spent the whole day there.
In the afternoon, everyone gathered together to play mahjong.
Qin's father, Qin's mother, Qin Zhiheng, and Shi Yuanxing went into battle, while Qin Shuzhi sat next to Shi Yuanxing to accompany him.
She discovered that Shi Yuanxing was actually very knowledgeable about cards, and that he would subtly let her parents win the cards.
In the end, he, the son-in-law, lost to three families by himself.
But Qin Shuzhi saw that he seemed to be enjoying his loss, and the smile on his face never stopped.
She could tell that Shi Yuanxing enjoyed spending time with her family.
Qin Zhiheng also won a lot, but he took the money and bought fireworks.
They said it was my sister's first year returning to her parents' home, and they wanted to give her a spectacular fireworks display.
So after dinner, the family went to the yard to watch the fireworks.
Qin Zhiheng stood in the center of the courtyard and personally lit the fireworks.
Soon, colorful and dazzling fireworks bloomed in the sky, illuminating the entire courtyard.
Qin Shuzhi stood under the pavilion, nestled in Shi Yuanxing's arms, and together they looked up at the beautiful scenery that had blossomed for them.
Standing on the other side, Qin's father gently put his arm around his wife's shoulder, and the two of them looked up at the fireworks with smiles on their faces.
Qin Shuzhi leaned against Shi Yuanxing's warm embrace, her hand quietly touching the large hands around her waist. Her gaze fell on the night sky where fireworks and stars reflected each other, and she was filled with emotion.
So much has changed for her in the past year, but thankfully, she has someone by her side at home watching fireworks with her right now.
It was her lover, Mr. Shi.
*
The fifth day of the Lunar New Year.
The two returned to the Shi Mansion.
Grandma indeed gave Qin Shuzhi a big red envelope.
The red envelope was clearly specially made; it was larger than a regular red envelope and stuffed full.
In comparison, the red envelope in Mr. Shi's hand next to him looks small and flat.
This favoritism is all too obvious.
"Grandma, why does this red envelope seem a bit thin?"
Shi Yuanxing was referring to the red envelope in his hand, but when Old Madam Shi heard him say that, she looked at the red envelope in Qin Shuzhi's hand and said with a look of annoyance:
"Yes, I also think it's too thin. It's all the butler's fault. I told him I wanted a bigger red envelope, but he had someone order the wrong size."
Standing to the side, Shi Yuanxing was speechless.
Qin Shuzhi quickly said, "Grandma, this red envelope is already thick enough."
But Madam Shi held her hand and said with a smile, "Wait until next year, next year Grandma will give you an even bigger red envelope."
Shi Yuanxing, who was being ignored the whole time, was speechless.
He could already imagine that once they had a baby next year, his status would be even less valuable.
Forget it, why should he compete for favor with his wife and children?
Thinking about it that way, he laughed again.
While his grandmother wasn't looking, he slipped his own red envelope to his wife.
Then, the two of them wished Shi Hongzhen a Happy New Year and each received two red envelopes.
When they reached a secluded spot, Shi Yuanxing was about to stuff the red envelope into the large pocket of his coat when Qin Shuzhi teased, "Didn't you just say that Grandma gave you too little? How come you're so generous with your red envelopes?"
Shi Yuanxing pinched her cheek. "I did that so that you could get more."
Shi Qingman and Qiao Wenbo returned at dinner time.
Eating at the Shi family's house and eating at the Qin family's house are different experiences.
When the Qin family eats, they rarely talk about company matters; instead, they mostly chat and laugh among family members.
At the Shi family home, if you eat alone with your grandmother, the atmosphere is still very warm. But if other people are also present, there will be an invisible sense of oppression.
No matter how much someone tries to create an atmosphere, the overall feeling will always be a bit off.
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