After his girlfriend got the recognition and support of her family, Zhou Jian and Zhou Kang happily took her to travel around. After having enough fun in the market town, they went to Huai County.
They had never been to Huai County's newly developed tourist check-in spots, so they naturally took photos while visiting, and of course uploaded the photos to their QQ album. Then, Huai County became popular in the QQ group of their graduates, and then became popular in the group of their alma mater they had just left.
Galloping horses on the lawn of the health garden; the quaint shops on the old street, the clothes of the shopkeepers and waiters, and the highly realistic sedan chair; and the fashion show at the ship dock.
Zhou Jian and Zhou Kang's phones were buzzing with activity every day, with classmates calling to say they wanted to visit. They repeatedly stressed that reservations were required for the health park, but their classmates offered to spin it, saying it was their relatives' park, so what was the problem with bringing a few people in? They also suggested asking the two company owners, who had already founded their own companies, to treat everyone to a visit.
Zhou Jian and Zhou Kang came to ask their aunt for advice, but Zhou Xiang shook his head and refused. "Your classmates are just trying to get rich, but have you ever considered that you and they started from different points? It's impossible for you to walk on the same path, and you never know when the people around you will go astray. So, there's no need to treat them. They'll just think you're fools behind your backs."
"What should I do then?" Zhou Kang hesitated. Not all classmates were unsuitable for friendship.
"Don't worry! If you're a sincere friend, they'll definitely come on their own at their own expense after you reject them. If you're a friend who's trying to connect with you for personal gain, they'll also invest their own money in this trip to build a closer relationship with you. As for the rest, the more you complain about you, the better off you should stay away."
Zhou Xiang looked at her two nephews with some disappointment. "Your hesitation gave them hope, but at the same time, your hesitation was also accompanied by a desire to show off. You're not mature and rational enough! I'm a little disappointed."
"I'm sorry, auntie, let's reject them all in the group right now. We accept their insults and see through their character."
Fang Aiqing and Yuan Xiuwen looked at each other, and both of them were sure in their hearts that their choices were right. Not to mention Zhou Jian and Zhou Kang's own achievements, just because they had such an elder to guide them, they would take fewer detours in the future. Their families would definitely agree with their choices.
Zhou Xiang didn't know that a sudden inspiration about how to get along with others in life and a clear understanding of his friend's teachings would help his two nephews finally find wives.
A few days later, Zhou Xiang met an acquaintance from many years ago.
When Fang Aiqing and Yuan Xiuwen introduced this acquaintance to Zhou Xiang, she stood up and asked, "Who do you think he is to you?"
Fang Aiqing and Yuan Xiuwen were startled by Zhou Xiang's words. They looked at each other, and Fang Aiqing spoke first, "Aunt, this is Wenwen's and my cousin. Wenwen and I are aunt cousins, and our cousin Shaoyang is our aunt cousin. My mom and Wenwen's mom are sisters. Cousin Shaoyang's father is our eldest uncle, and our mom has an older brother and two older sisters. So, there's a big age gap between us and our cousin Shaoyang."
"Okay, okay," Zhou Xiang waved his hand. "You've been beating around the bush. You only talked about family relationships. The Xie Shaoyang I knew back then was very proud to introduce himself to me, saying his father was so-and-so."
Fang Aiqing and Yuan Xiuwen were shocked. No wonder their eldest cousin had rushed over as soon as he heard he was going to be a parent in Huai County! They were going to be killed by their eldest cousin.
"Hehe," Xie Shaoyang smiled awkwardly, "My dad is still so-and-so. I was young and ignorant back then. Miss Zhou, please don't hold grudges."
Xie Shaoyang made this trip because of what happened that year. He wanted to clear up the misunderstanding before the third and fourth aunts met Zhou Xiang face to face.
"So you are a cunning old man now?"
"No," Xie Shaoyang touched his nose, "My dad said I was hopeless, my mom said I was a spendthrift, my wife said I was all show and no substance, and my son said I was ruining his image of being incredibly smart, wise, and powerful."
"Tsk, tsk, tsk," Zhou Xiang exclaimed, "We're completely surrounded by enemies! Where has our former bravery gone?"
"After experiencing the beatings of society, no matter how brave you are, it will be worn away." Every time Xie Shaoyang thinks back to his youthful days, the thing he is most reluctant to face is that part: My dad is so-and-so, it was a scene of social death.
"Let's get back to the topic," Zhou said, wanting to talk about the past with him. "What are you planning to do today?"
"I want to resolve the previous conflicts and misunderstandings first. My two cousins are very good. They are good at studying, have good tempers, and have simple relationships with people in their family."
Xie Shaoyang strongly recommended his two cousins. These two cousins were the most well-behaved and obedient. Among a group of cousins, they were the only ones who never revealed their family situation to others, and would never bully others.
"Wait, wait," Zhou wanted to stop him from continuing, "What's the point of having two simple families? They each have two uncles and three aunts, right? Don't they have any contact with each other anymore?
Especially your family. I heard that your mother spoiled you a lot back then. Otherwise, why would she buy you a car? Otherwise, why would Ma Shasha hang out with a rich man like you? Do you think if their aunt knew that it was me who extorted two cars back then, would I still be your cousins' relatives? And if it worked out, I would be your elder. Wouldn't you feel aggrieved? "
Years ago? Mashasha? Two cars?
Fang Aiqing and Yuan Xiuwen knew that it was a mistake for them to call their eldest cousin over. They thought that they would first call their playful cousin over to experience Huai County, and then ask their eldest cousin to help them say a few good words to the elders, so that Zhou Jian and Zhou Kang could increase their status in front of the elders. Who knew that they would end up making things worse?
"I'm sorry, auntie. We were too clever. Because of the social status of our family members, we were worried that the elders would think Zhou Jian and Zhou Kang were sycophants, so we wanted to ask our eldest cousin to come over to get acquainted with them and objectively express his feelings about them. We didn't expect that there was such a connection between our eldest cousin and you. We..."
"It's okay." Zhou Xiang felt relieved after listening to the two girls' explanation. They really cared about Zhou Jian and Zhou Kang. "Did you tell Zhou Jian and Zhou Kang?"
"No," Fang Aiqing lowered her eyes, "We are afraid. After all, we deceived you first, and now there is another one."
"Are you stupid?" Zhou Xiang persuaded softly, "Remember what I said a few days ago about how two people get along? No matter when, as long as you recognize your mistakes, it's never too late. However, when love is worn out, even the most sincere apologies will be of no use."
"We understand," Fang Aiqing raised her eyes, "We'll go find them now."
"Well, go ahead!" Zhou Xiang waved his hand. "Talk it out nicely, don't quarrel. If Zhou Jian and Zhou Kang dare to get ahead of me, come and tell my aunt, and I'll take care of it for you."
"good."
Tears welled up in Fang Aiqing and Yuan Xiumen's eyes. They would explain things clearly to the twins.
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