Just as Xu Xiangyang was wondering and speculating about Gu Panyun's family background, she had already returned home.
Gu Panyun held her own scarf in her hand and wore a new wool scarf around her neck.
Her face was rosy and tender; I couldn't tell if it was from the cold or from excitement.
"Panyun, you're back so soon." A woman in her forties came out and said to her, "It must be cold outside, come inside quickly."
"Mom, I'm not cold. How can I be cold wearing so many clothes?" Gu Panyun said with a smile.
Zhang Caihua couldn't do anything about it; that's just how her daughter was.
"Huh?" She saw the scarf in Gu Panyun's hand, then glanced at the scarf on the table, and asked, "Panyun, where did this scarf come from?"
She held it in her hand, feeling that it was cashmere, and the color was quite nice. "Did the department store get new stock?"
Gu Panyun pursed her lips, took the scarf, and said, "This is a New Year's gift from Comrade Xu! He gave me this as a return gift when I gave him one."
This is her first New Year's gift!
Zhang Caihua was taken aback. She had also heard about Comrade Xu, and the things she delivered today were chosen by her.
My daughter was hospitalized in another city and someone else took care of her. They brought her back for the New Year and solved many problems along the way.
Even when they encountered robbery, it was always others who resolved the issue; Gu Panyun told her family about all these things.
She glanced at the scarf and wondered if this Comrade Xu was after her daughter.
Although she had her doubts, she didn't say much to her daughter.
"Then go inside and change your clothes. We're going to Grandma's for the New Year soon." She sent the child inside and then turned to go to her study.
Gu Panyun's house is a two-story detached house. The study is on the first floor, while Gu Panyun went to the bedroom on the second floor.
Seeing her daughter go upstairs, Zhang Caihua opened the door to the study and went in.
"What are you doing? I'm working, so I'm not talking to you." A man in his forties looked up from the study, took off his glasses, and looked at his wife with displeasure.
Zhang Caihua was already used to his attitude, and walked over to him, saying, "Old Gu, I always feel that Comrade Xu is a bit strange."
"What Comrade Xu?" Gu Jiwen frowned, then suddenly remembered, "Didn't he do Pan Yun a huge favor? What's wrong with him?"
He felt somewhat helpless; his wife was just like that, always acting strangely.
Zhang Caihua glared at him, displeased with his attitude, and said, "Old Gu, I'm serious. You see, although Panyun's illness came suddenly, it's normal for him to help, but taking care of her for two days is not right, is it? I think he might be thinking about Panyun."
My daughter is twenty years old now. She's beautiful, gentle, and charming. Who wouldn't like her?
Therefore, she felt that Xu Xiangyang was thinking about Gu Panyun, otherwise why would he send her a scarf?
"That's enough!" Gu Jiwen said impatiently. "You think someone can help but make a mistake? I asked around, and that Comrade Xu is an outstanding young person in his unit, known for his enthusiasm and helpfulness. You'd better not let others hear your thoughts; it's too embarrassing."
He had naturally inquired about Xu Xiangyang's situation; otherwise, he wouldn't have felt comfortable letting him bring his daughter back. The journey took more than ten days; who could be at ease with that?
Even if Comrade Xu is after his daughter, he can't get past his own conscience.
Women just tend to overthink! Such a woman's perspective.
Zhang Caihua was furious at what he said, but she didn't argue much. She just snorted and slammed the door shut as she left.
Gu Jiwen was happy to have some peace and quiet, so he put on his glasses and continued working.
Zhang Caihua, however, was not so relaxed. She thought for a moment and then went to her son's room on the second floor.
"Son," Zhang Caihua called from the doorway, without pushing the door open to go in.
There was a commotion inside, then someone said, "Come in."
The door opened, and a man in his twenties sat at the desk inside, dressed in casual clothes and holding a book.
"Chaoyun, are you reading?" She smiled as she sat down in the chair, then said, "I think your sister and that Comrade Xu are acting strangely. When you get to work, go and find out what's going on."
Gu Panyun's behavior earlier had already made her suspicious, but she didn't say anything directly because she was afraid that the child was too naive and would be deceived without realizing it.
Gu Chaoyun nodded. "Okay, is there anything else?"
He flipped through the book in his hand without looking up.
Zhang Caihua quickly stood up. "That's all, that's all. You should study now. We're going out for dinner later, remember the time."
She was afraid her son would get angry if she stayed any longer, so she left as soon as she finished speaking.
Gu Chaoyun heard the door close, then threw down the book and lay back down on the bed.
"Xu Xiangyang?" he murmured softly.
On the other side.
Xu Xiangyang put on his new clothes, and everyone else also had their own new clothes to wear. Even his two younger brothers were wearing the new clothes that Xu Xiangyang had bought for them.
"This year is so nice. I wish we could celebrate the New Year like this every year," Wang Xiumin sighed.
Our family's circumstances are getting better and better. Putting aside the past, the second half of this year has been the happiest year for everyone.
They lived in big houses, became city dwellers, and had an endless supply of food every day, with meat and vegetables at every meal.
This was their dream all along, and now it has all come true!
Xu Xiangyang laughed and said, "The New Year celebrations will get better every year from now on. This is just the beginning."
Given the pace of development in later generations, it's likely that every day will be like Chinese New Year.
It's because life is tough these days, otherwise people wouldn't be so easily satisfied.
“That’s right, Xiangyang is right!” Wang Zhongshan nodded and said, “Our family will get better and better in the future. Look at these two boys, it will be more lively with more people in the future.”
Two more people joined the family this year, keeping the elderly couple very busy. Ever since the birth of their two younger brothers, there has been no one idle in the family.
Around 7 p.m., the family set off firecrackers and then started eating.
A table full of big fish and meat dishes, as well as dumplings with chives and eggs.
Wang Xiumin actually wanted to make meat filling, but Xu Xiangyang said that since it was already meat, they made chive and egg filling instead.
The family enjoyed the meal immensely, and the three of them—Xu Xiangyang, Wang Zhongshan, and Xu Guangtian—drank drinks heartily.
The point of celebrating the Chinese New Year is to have fun and be happy!
There were no entertainment activities at that time, so there was no such thing as keeping watch at night.
After everyone had eaten and drunk their fill, it was already 8:30 pm, and everyone tidied up and prepared to go to bed.
Xu Xiangyang was in a good mood today and had drunk a bit too much.
He went back inside and sat down in a chair to recall the events of the past year.
If Wang Zhongshan hadn't found him that temporary job, he might still be drifting along.
Of course, if you can get connections, you might be able to get a temporary job and slowly work your way up.
At this time, there is no job, and you can't stay in the city for long. It's not that you can buy a job with money; it's too difficult.
But he was lucky to have his grandfather's help, which made his journey much smoother afterward.
Now he's able to support his family, and I hope things will get better and better in the future!
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