Time flew by unnoticed. Shen Xiaoxiao chatted happily with her mother, feeling as if she had returned home, and her mood became exceptionally pleasant.
Ma Aning quickly said, "Xiaoxiao, you still haven't told me that you're not used to it over there. Is Xingyun good to you?"
"I'm very comfortable here. Everything is quite nice, and Xingyun is very good to me," Shen Xiaoxiao said happily.
"Okay, you'll get used to it. Do you have enough money on you? I'll wire you some more."
Ma Aning's voice revealed a hint of worry. She was always concerned about her daughter's living conditions and was afraid that she would suffer outside.
"Mom, I don't need money, don't worry!" Shen Xiaoxiao quickly replied.
However, Shen Xiaoxiao's tone was hesitant, as if there was something she found difficult to say.
Ma Aning immediately noticed this and asked with concern, "What's wrong? Don't be afraid, just tell me what's wrong, and we'll solve it together."
Shen Xiaoxiao took a deep breath and finally mustered up the courage to say, "I met Xingyun's parents, and they were both very nice. I accepted Xingyun's marriage proposal." After saying this, she felt as if a heavy burden had been lifted, and her mood lightened a bit.
After hearing this, Ma Aning remained silent for a moment. She knew her daughter well and knew that her decision must have been made after careful consideration. Since her daughter liked it, she was willing to respect her choice.
“I agree.” Ma Aning’s voice was calm, as if it were an ordinary decision, without the slightest surprise or opposition.
Her gaze fell on her daughter, her eyes revealing trust and support. She believed in her daughter's judgment and that she would be happy.
Standing to the side, Shen Zishan was somewhat uneasy. He listened anxiously to the conversation between the two, and his unease grew stronger.
Finally, he couldn't hold back any longer and interrupted, "Wait a minute, how did you agree? My daughter is still so young, I want to keep her for a few more years!"
Ma Aning glared at her husband with displeasure, then pushed him aside and continued, "Daughter, don't listen to your father. We all know Xingyun's character."
"It's a good thing you accepted his proposal. It's much better than marrying someone we don't even know."
After hesitating for a moment, Shen Xiaoxiao asked softly, "Mom, are you coming here or going back to your hometown?"
Without a second thought, Ma Aning immediately replied, "Your father and I will buy tickets for tomorrow to go and meet our in-laws."
“We are just ordinary farmers, nothing much. Our in-laws must be very busy, so there’s no need for them to come all this way.”
"Mom! It's only right that they go over there," Shen Xiaoxiao pouted and said coquettishly.
"But I also want you to come over. I'll take you to see the house I bought for you, and the one I bought for myself. I think you'll definitely like it!" Shen Xiaoxiao said happily.
“Of course! The house my daughter bought is definitely the best! I absolutely love it!” Ma Aning replied cheerfully. The mother and daughter chatted enthusiastically, not even thinking of handing the phone to Shen Zishan who was standing next to them.
"Okay, honey, phone calls are expensive. Let's chat when we meet. I'll tell your dad. I'm hanging up now!" As soon as Ma Aning finished speaking, she hung up the phone without hesitation.
Shen Zishan watched helplessly as the phone was hung up, his eyes bulging with anger. "How could you do this? You won't even let me say a word to my daughter!"
"What did you say? That you don't agree to the engagement? Our daughter is already 19. Let's get engaged this year and get married next year when she turns 20. Isn't that a better time?"
Ma Aning glared at him, then turned and left without saying a word, leaving Shen Zishan standing there in a daze.
Seeing this, Shen Zishan quickly chased after him, muttering, "Look at you, what's wrong with you? I'm also reluctant to part with our daughter!"
Ma Aning ignored him completely and continued walking forward on her own.
Shen Zishan had no choice but to follow closely behind, continuing to coax her gently: "Wife, don't be angry. How about this, I'll go to town right now and buy you a ticket, okay?"
Ma Aning stopped and said irritably, "Then why don't you go? What's the use of just watching me from here?"
"Okay, I'll go right away," Shen Zishan said, feeling as if he had been granted a pardon. He was as happy as a child and ran off as fast as he could, afraid that Ma Aning would change his mind.
Meanwhile, Shen Xiaoxiao had just come out of the post office when she looked up and saw Dai Xingyun standing not far away.
"What are you doing here?" Shen Xiaoxiao asked in surprise.
"What are you doing here?" Dai Xingyun asked, equally surprised.
The two asked the question in unison, and then couldn't help but laugh.
“I’m here to call my parents,” Shen Xiaoxiao explained.
“I’m here to call my aunt and uncle as well,” Dai Xingyun said with a smile.
Once again, they spoke at the same time. After they finished speaking, they looked at each other and saw a tacit understanding in each other's eyes. They couldn't help but smile at each other.
"What did your aunt and uncle say? When is it convenient for us to come over?" Dai Xingyun looked at her expectantly.
Shen Xiaoxiao smiled and looked at Dai Xingyun, teasingly saying, "After all these years together, don't you know your place in my mother's heart?"
“I just mentioned it casually on the phone, and they couldn’t wait to buy tickets today and can leave tomorrow.”
Upon hearing this, Dai Xingyun's eyes flashed with surprise, and he said happily, "Tickets for tomorrow? Then I'll pick them up at the station the day after tomorrow."
Shen Xiaoxiao smiled slightly, gently shook her head, and said softly, "No need, don't you have a lot of classes the day after tomorrow? You're so busy, it's more appropriate for me to pick you up."
Dai Xingyun firmly replied, "How can that be? It's my uncle and aunt's first time visiting Kyoto, and as their junior, I should go and greet them."
"Furthermore, I will take care of everything I need to do tomorrow, and I will definitely not delay important matters. I will also study the courses in advance, and I will ask the teacher if I don't understand anything, so don't worry."
Seeing his insistence, Shen Xiaoxiao felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She knew that Dai Xingyun genuinely wanted to pick up her parents, so she stopped refusing and nodded with a smile.
Just as the two were talking, a soft, timid female voice suddenly came from behind, "Dai, what are you doing here?"
The sudden sound startled Shen Xiaoxiao, and she instinctively looked up in the direction of the sound.
A girl stood not far away; she was petite and had a pretty face. A shy smile graced her face, making one feel a surge of tenderness.
Upon seeing this, Shen Xiaoxiao felt a strange sensation welling up inside her.
She nudged Dai Xingyun's arm and said softly, "Why do you always provoke these weak and delicate people?" Her words carried a hint of dissatisfaction.
Dai Xingyun was somewhat confused by Shen Xiaoxiao's words. He quickly explained, "I'm innocent! I don't know who she is at all!" As he spoke, he even took Shen Xiaoxiao's hand, trying to prove his innocence.
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