Chapter 1104 Zhao Jiaying will also attend the New Year’s Eve dinner
Although he came back from vacation two days early, Yun Che still had a lot of work to do. He had an appointment with some leaders to discuss work early the next day. When Su Xiao woke up, she naturally couldn't see him, but only saw the message he left for her.
"Girl, I have a meeting and will be free around 12 o'clock. Can we go out for dinner then? It's been a while since I've been shopping with you. Do you want to go shopping or do some New Year shopping? Leave me a message if you've made up your mind."
Although the words seemed ordinary, Su Xiao felt that his love for her was evident between the lines. She just held the phone and looked at it over and over again until a call came in.
"Hui'er, are you up? Do you want to come back for lunch today?" Mother Lan Qiuling's gentle voice came slowly.
Su Xiao told her mother about the itinerary that Yun Che had arranged with her.
Lan Qiuling said with some regret after hearing this, "I have a banquet to attend tonight, and tomorrow I have to go to my wife's house to help her with some things. The day after tomorrow is New Year's Eve. I was thinking of having you guys come back for lunch at noon, but it seems we can only get together at your grandmother's house on New Year's Eve."
"Mom, how about you go out with us to eat and go shopping? Anyway, I don't know what New Year's goods to buy. It would be best if you could help me choose." Su Xiao also suggested.
Lan Qiuling chuckled, "Silly boy, since Ah Che asked you out, he naturally wants you and your family to enjoy some family time together. If I go with you, the meaning will be different."
"Well, he won't mind."
"I know he won't mind, but I'm still not going. You guys go ahead. It's just New Year's goods, just buy whatever you like. Buy whatever you see. It's New Year's Eve, so the most important thing is to be happy."
Seeing that her mother had made up her mind, Su Xiao gave up and chatted with her mother for a while before ending the call.
Unexpectedly, at about 10:30, Yun Che called back and said that the leaders invited everyone to have a meal together, and some things would be discussed at the dinner, so he might not be able to accompany her.
Yun Che's tone was filled with apology. Although Su Xiao felt a little disappointed, she hurried to comfort him, "Uh, it's okay. Big things are more important. We can go shopping anytime. My mom was planning to ask us to go back for lunch. How about this? The kids and I can just go back and spend time with Mom. And you, just stay with the leaders. Perfect!"
Listening to Su Xiao's joking tone, Yun Che still felt a little guilty, but this dinner was indeed very important, as it was related to his transfer to City C next year.
He was a latecomer in this field. He started from scratch when he was mayor, and was promoted to another level not long after. Even though he had a good understanding and was very capable, he still lacked experience. If he wanted the government orders to be issued smoothly and the two sides to cooperate happily, not only various adjustments were needed, but personal connections were also crucial.
These leaders can just lend him a helping hand, at least preventing him from being isolated in City C.
Therefore, he also wanted to have more contact with them and gain more respect.
After Su Xiao's repeated persuasion, Yun Che no longer hesitated. "Thank you, girl. Then you and the children can go back to have lunch with your mother at noon. Remember to say hello to your mother for me. If I have time in the afternoon, we can go shopping again."
"Okay, my mom said she has a party tonight, so we can just have dinner out."
"Um."
After ending the call with Yun Che, Su Xiao immediately called her mother, packed up her things, and returned to her mother's home with her children after a long absence.
When the children saw their grandmother, they all greeted her. Lan Qiuling was so happy that she couldn't stop smiling. She chatted with them one by one. After they went to play, she spoke to Su Xiao.
"Man proposes, God disposes. It seems you're destined to accompany me for this meal. However, Che really should interact with everyone more. Even though he used to be the boss, it would be difficult for him if the people below him didn't cooperate."
"That's why I always tell him to just stay with them and not worry about me. Mom, am I becoming more and more of a good wife?" Su Xiao couldn't help but tease her mother.
Lan Qiuling was immediately amused by her, and said with a doting look in her eyes, "Look at how beautiful you are. Of course, it's because Ah Che loves you so much. Seeing how happy you two are, I really don't want something bad to ruin your mood."
Su Xiao saw her mother's face suddenly darken, and she couldn't help but quickly ask, "Mom, what's wrong? Are you worried about something?"
"It's that Zhao Jiaying again! I don't know how she managed to get your grandma to agree to let her attend the New Year's Eve dinner the day after tomorrow. If she shows up, how can this dinner be enjoyable? I originally wanted to avoid going, but the last time she came out, your dad happened to be away on a business trip, so I took the opportunity to ignore her. But this time it's New Year's Eve dinner, and we're all in the capital. It would be unreasonable not to attend. It's really infuriating just thinking about it!"
Su Xiao suddenly realized that the New Year's Eve dinner is a tradition passed down by our ancestors for thousands of years, symbolizing a grand reunion. No matter how busy everyone is, they will try to eat the New Year's Eve dinner together. During the two years that Zhao Jiaying was in prison, her uncle and aunt were both present. Even though they were sad, they still forced themselves to smile and the family was reunited.
There's no reason not to participate when they arrive.
But just like her mother said, nothing good would happen if Zhao Jiaying attended.
Su Xiao was indeed in a bad mood.
But she knew her mother was also feeling bad, so she suppressed her depression and comforted her mother, "It's just a meal. There will be so many people there, my aunt and her family, as well as my uncle and his family. There are dozens of people, more than enough for us to entertain. As for Zhao Jiaying, we will just ignore her."
"Your grandmother specifically mentioned to me that she had hinted to Zhao Jiaying not to cause trouble, and Zhao Jiaying also promised your grandmother. I think she probably doesn't dare to do anything reckless, otherwise she will never participate in these things again." Lan Qiuling also said with a sigh, "Your grandmother is old and always susceptible to influence."
"Mom, don't blame grandma. No matter what, Zhao Jiaying is still her granddaughter. They have been together for so many years and have so many beautiful memories. In fact, I have spent much less time with grandma than Zhao Jiaying. Even if grandma favors her, I won't have any thoughts."
"Silly boy, even though your grandma spends more time with Zhao Jiaying than you, she still loves you the most. Maybe she feels guilty about losing you, but I believe that in her heart, you are more important than Zhao Jiaying!"
"Well, I believe it, so why should I worry about it? Grandma is getting older and older. All we can do is make her happy and enjoy every day of her later years. Since she wants this, we will just go along with her. Her happiness is more important than anything else."
"You think this way, your grandma loves you. Let's not talk about this matter anymore. Just avoid Zhao Jiaying. It's only a few hours anyway, so spend more time chatting with grandma."
"Yes." Su Xiao nodded and asked, "By the way, Mom, when will my brother come back? He will be back in time for the New Year's Eve dinner, right?"
"I'm on a flight tomorrow night and will be back in the wee hours. Then I'll visit one of his teachers in the morning and go to my grandmother's house in the afternoon."
"That's good. Did my brother tell you how he's been lately? He went to Huan'er's place last time, but he didn't have many opportunities to be alone with her. I don't know what he's thinking. In matters of the heart, the man has to take the initiative!"
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