Chapter 279: A Son-in-Law That Is Hard to Find
How much is more than 5,000 Hong Kong dollars? That's less than 2,000 yuan!
It's not that the Fang family doesn't have the two thousand yuan, but they really can't afford to spend two thousand yuan to buy a watch for their daughter.
Meng Fanjin, who was busy in the kitchen, heard Qin Wenhui talk about the Omega Constellation watch and her first reaction was that it was too expensive.
Should I return it? It doesn't seem appropriate. After all, this is a gift that Cheng Xuyuan bought for his daughter.
The two of them are also a couple.
If the gift is returned, how will the two of them get along?
What's more, my daughter, who has plunged into the whirlpool of love, would not agree to return the gift! "More than 5,000 Hong Kong dollars!" Fang Yuning took the watch and looked at it carefully: "It turns out that this is not gilded, but real gold!"
Qin Wenhui couldn't help but frowned when he looked at his wife.
Although he understands his wife's personality and knows that she won't let him buy this thing, looking at her expression, he can tell that she really likes it! Xiao Cheng, you too, just show off your affection, why buy such an expensive thing? What do you want me to do next!
Just when Qin Wenhui was struggling, Fang Gengsheng came back.
Since his promotion, Fang Gengsheng has had a heavier burden and more things to do.
In Qin Wenhui's feeling, the majesty of his father-in-law was becoming more and more important.
"What? You said this watch costs more than 5,000 Hong Kong dollars, which is more expensive than a color TV?" After greeting his family, Fang Gengsheng picked up the watch.
Qin Wenhui nodded and said, "Dad, this is Omega's Constellation. It is not only beautiful in appearance, but also very finely crafted. I heard that the error is very small."
"Also, the metal used in the case should be real gold."
Fang Gengsheng looked at the small watch and felt a little embarrassed.
Although this watch is very good, this is a really difficult thing to do.
It’s still too expensive for my daughter to accept it.
But I can’t retreat!
"Yuqing, do you dare to wear this watch?"
Before Fang Yuqing could answer, Fang Yuning smiled and said, "Why should I be afraid? It's just a watch. Who would have thought it would be more valuable than a color TV?"
Fang Yuqing didn't say anything, but looking at her daughters' expressions, Fang Gengsheng felt that the two daughters should have the same idea.
"This brat went to Hong Kong for an exchange. How did he get so much money? Didn't he exchange all his Hong Kong dollars into overseas remittance vouchers? Why is he spending money so recklessly?"
Qin Wenhui knew about this matter, after all, he went to pick up Manager Wang.
On the way back, Manager Wang was filled with emotion.
I was extremely envious of writers like Cheng Xuyuan, so I also mentioned what happened at that time to Qin Wenhui.
"Dad, I heard from our manager that Xuyuan's visit to Hong Kong this time was incredible."
"When I was at Hong Kong University for an exchange, I recited the history of the Ming Dynasty backwards, which confused the professor."
"He has so much money because the two newspapers that serialized his two books gave him the next month's royalties in advance, fearing that he would have no money to spend."
"Also, he authorized his book "Those Things About the Ming Dynasty" to be published by Ming Pao. After the contract was signed, Mr. Cha also gave him 20,000 yuan as a signing fee."
"That adds up to more than 40,000 Hong Kong dollars."
More than 40,000 Hong Kong dollars, converted into Great Unity, it seems to be more than 10,000.
Meng Fanjin asked a little worriedly: "Did he spend all the money?"
"He didn't spend it all. In addition to buying some things for himself, he lent the remaining money to members of the exchange group who went there with him. It was a great help to everyone."
“Many people have spoken highly of him.”
When Fang Gengsheng heard that Cheng Xuyuan had lent out the money, he sighed and said, "This kid is quite sensible and doesn't eat alone."
"But the speed at which the money is spent is fast enough."
When Fang Yuqing heard that her father was dissatisfied with Cheng Xuyuan, her face suddenly darkened.
Fang Yuning, who was standing aside, said, "Dad, they spend money quickly, but they make money even faster."
"He's increasing revenue everywhere, so there's no need to cut costs everywhere!"
Fang Gengsheng was speechless after being confronted by his daughter. He shook his head and said, "Alright, I don't care about your business anymore."
"I'm going to do my own thing."
As he spoke, he walked towards the room.
But after walking two steps, he said to Fang Yuqing: "Yuqing, tell Cheng Xuyuan to come to our house for dinner when he is free."
Hearing this, Fang Yuqing's smile suddenly became bright.
Just as she happily agreed, Meng Fanjin had already followed her husband to the study.
"You invited Cheng Xuyuan to your house for dinner? Are you worried that their relationship is progressing too slowly?" Meng Fanjin expressed his dissatisfaction as soon as he opened his mouth.
Seeing his wife's worried look, Fang Gengsheng spread his hands and said, "Do you think that if I don't let Cheng Xuyuan come to our house for dinner, they will make slower progress?"
"What's more, if I ask Cheng Xuyuan to come home, I can also warn him."
"Let him be more careful."
"Don't think you can do whatever you want just because you gave Yuqing an expensive gift!"
Meng Fanjin snorted. She knew very well what this old man was planning.
However, this kind of thing is not suitable to be said out loud, otherwise Fang Gengsheng would lose face.
"Okay, then you should warn Cheng Xuyuan not to divorce and not to have too much contact with Yuqing." As he spoke, Meng Fanjin walked out.
Looking at Meng Fanjin leaving, Fang Gengsheng shook his head.
Although what his wife said was what he was going to say to Cheng Xuyuan, he also knew that this was not an easy thing to do.
He said to himself, "If you have such words, you might as well tell your brother!"
Cheng Xuyuan didn't know that the watch he gave Fang Yuqing would cause such a stir in the Fang family.
This cocktail party was held at the Yanjing Hotel. Among the attendees, Cheng Xuyuan not only met Meng Dezhi, but also met many people he remembered.
Because there were respected seniors like Mr. Xiao leading the way, Cheng Xuyuan found a corner, ate while listening to other people's conversation, feeling quite relaxed and contented.
"Xuyuan, why don't you show up?" Manager Wang was also attending the cocktail party.
He and Cheng Xuyuan lived together in Hong Kong for some time and had a very good relationship. Moreover, Cheng Xuyuan lent him money without asking for any cost, and he kept all this in mind.
"I'm still young. If I run over there, someone will be unhappy." Cheng Xuyuan said with a smile: "It's better to hide in the corner and fill my stomach!"
Manager Wang patted Cheng Xuyuan on the shoulder and said, "If someone is unhappy, let them be unhappy."
"You have the ability!"
"Brother, I bet you that someone will remember you soon."
Cheng Xuyuan was just about to respond to Manager Wang when he saw Xiao Feng running over.
"Mr. Cheng, why are you staying here? Mr. Xiao just mentioned you and asked you to come over!"
Cheng Xuyuan had a good relationship with Xiao Feng, so he naturally couldn't make things difficult for Xiao Feng. Although he didn't like this situation very much in his heart, he still walked over.
“Hahaha, Cheng Xuyuan, you really brought honor to our exchange this time.” An old man surrounded by Meng Dezhi and others said with a smile: “Reciting the history of Ming Dynasty backwards, that’s amazing!”
"When I saw the report in Ta Kung Pao, I was worried about you."
Cheng Xuyuan hurriedly said modestly: "I don't dare to claim that I can recite the history of Ming Dynasty by heart. I just read a lot of history of Ming Dynasty, so I am a little familiar with it."
"It's really not possible to recite it backwards."
Looking at the modest Cheng Xuyuan, the old man laughed and said, "Xuyuan, you have achieved such success at such a young age, which is remarkable in itself."
"But what I appreciate more is your humble attitude."
"Young man, be humble and cautious. I hope you can achieve better results in the future."
At this moment, almost everyone's eyes were on Cheng Xuyuan.
There was admiration in the eyes of most people, but some also had jealousy in their expressions.
Among them, the one with the most complicated expression was Shen Yunliang.
His position allowed him to attend the party, but he could only chat with familiar people on the sidelines.
Compared with the brilliant Cheng Xuyuan, he is now just a supporting role.
"Yun Liang, this young man is incredible."
"Not only is his writing amazing, but he can also recite the history of the Ming Dynasty backwards."
"I heard that the history books he wrote are very popular in Hong Kong, and people are vying to give him royalties."
A middle-aged man who was familiar with Shen Yunliang sighed.
Although Shen Yunliang was reluctant to talk about this matter, since his old friend had said so, he could only agree: "Yes, it's much better than us."
The visitor smiled and said, "I heard that Cheng Xuyuan is still a student at Yenching University. His future achievements are limitless!"
"Just now, Old Wu and the others were talking about whose daughter hadn't married yet. If she could find a son-in-law like this, she would be really blessed."
Looking at the smiling face of his old friend, Shen Yunliang sighed inwardly.
This old friend used to work in Xiangjiang and just came back.
He had never heard of what happened between his family and Cheng Xuyuan.
What he said were just his momentary emotions, and I shouldn't take it to heart.
So he said, "Old Feng, I heard a while ago that there is another exchange group coming over, and we need to discuss the reception later."
He was changing the subject, hoping that Lao Feng would not talk about this matter anymore.
But Lao Feng didn't hear it, and waved his hand and said, "Lao Shen, let's talk about work in the office tomorrow."
"If you ask me, Old Wu and his friends are just dreaming. I've seen their daughter, and she's not a good match for Cheng Xu."
At this point, he suddenly thought of something and said, "By the way, isn't our niece studying at Yenching University? I think this might be a good match!"
"How about I help introduce you?"
Shen Yunliang's face was a little dark. He really didn't want to fall out with his friend, but he couldn't stand what this guy said! What are you introducing to my little daughter? "Thank you, Lao Feng. Let them handle the child's affairs. I have something else to do."
As he spoke, Shen Yunliang turned and walked in another direction.
Looking at Shen Yunliang leaving, Lao Feng touched his head and said, "What's wrong? He seems to be angry."
"Cheng Xuyuan is such a good son-in-law that you can't find even with a lantern. What did I say wrong? Why is he so angry? This old Shen really doesn't know how to appreciate a good person!"
Shen Yunliang naturally didn't hear the complaints from his old friend, but he felt a little unhappy in his heart.
However, he felt that what his old friend said made some sense: such a son-in-law is indeed hard to find even with a lantern.
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