Chapter 328: Marriage is a matter between two families
No matter how old a woman is, she has a gossipy side, especially topics between men and women that are easy to be talked about with relish.
For example, Li Xiu'e is now full of curiosity about Cheng Xuyuan's marriage.
After all, Cheng Xuyuan and Shen Yumoguang have been talking about divorce for more than a year, and Cheng Xuyuan also made it clear that he already has a girlfriend, so has the marriage been finalized?
Facing his aunt's inquiring gaze, Cheng Xuyuan couldn't figure out whether she was concerned or just curious. He sighed secretly in his heart, but on the surface, he said calmly: "Aunt, we have agreed to divorce, but the divorce certificate has not been issued yet."
"If it doesn't work this year, it should be fine next year."
While picking vegetables, Li Xiu'e asked, "Dayuan, what does your new boyfriend think about this?"
"Aunt, she knows the whole story, so she is not too anxious."
"I must divorce this marriage."
Seeing Cheng Xuyuan's serious expression, Li Xiu'e said, "It's better to get divorced."
"Although Shen Yumo is a good girl, I feel that her heart has never been with you from the beginning to the end."
"Instead of forcing yourself to be with her, it's better to find someone who understands your feelings."
Li Xiu'e's impression of Shen Yumo has always been from more than a year ago.
Little did she know, things were changing.
Seeing his aunt lowering her head to pick vegetables, Cheng Xuyuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
I thought that this matter was finally over.
But just as he was about to chat with Cheng Xudong, he heard Li Xiu'e say, "Dayuan, marriage is a matter between two people."
"But in reality, it's still a matter between two families."
"I heard you say that the person you are dating now is very good."
"But, from my perspective as someone who has been through this, it's better to be closer to my hometown."
"After all, our hometown is close, so we know each other well. And your parents are also close, so you don't have to run around when you go home in the future."
"Besides, even the taste of the food is almost the same."
"It's not like what some books say, when eating for two people, you have to make two flavors..."
The aunt's words were vague, but from the meaning of the words, Cheng Xuyuan could still sense a name: Feng Xiaoxia.
In my aunt's opinion, Feng Xiaoxia is still the most suitable one for her.
He smiled and said, "Aunt, I will think about your words carefully."
Li Xiu'e looked at the smiling Cheng Xuyuan and knew that her nephew did not take her words seriously.
But she didn't feel discouraged about this.
As an elder, what she said was just advice. As for whether Cheng Xuyuan listened to it or not, that was up to him.
Just as a dish was ready and about to be served, Cheng Jiadong came back on his bicycle.
He picked up the enamel pot and poured himself a cup of warm water. After drinking it down with a gulp, he sighed: "These two wheels are really not as good as four wheels. The car is still faster. I can't catch up with it no matter how hard I try."
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Of course I will. I asked you to let me ride, but you didn't let me."
Cheng Jiadong patted his shoulder and said, "Dayuan, you've been on the train all night, take a good rest today."
"Tomorrow, I'll see if I can find a tractor from Liguotun Township to come to the county to transport things. It would be too tiring to ride a bicycle back!"
Changfeng County has no main roads, and Chengjiazhuang itself is remote.
The government's large trucks for transport basically don't pass by here.
It is rare to stop a passing car.
As for jeeps, there are only a few of them in a county, and being able to borrow one is a great honor.
Although Cheng Jiadong has made some achievements in his work, it is still impossible for him to find a jeep to take Cheng Xuyuan home.
Cheng Xuyuan said: "Okay, if there is a tractor, I will go back by car. If not, I can ride a bicycle."
Just as the family was talking, there was a sudden knock on the door.
Cheng Jiadong quickly went to open the door and saw Director Sima, his immediate superior, standing at the door.
Although he didn't know why his boss came, he didn't dare to neglect the proper etiquette in the slightest.
After all, this is his immediate superior.
"Director Ma, why are you here?" Director Ma did not go in immediately, but moved aside to let the person behind him come to Cheng Jiadong.
"Jiadong, I heard that the great writer Cheng Xu is back?" An old man in his fifties, wearing a gray Zhongshan suit, with a serious face and a loud voice, walked over and said.
When he saw this person, Cheng Jiadong's heart trembled.
This was the main person in charge of the county, and he immediately said, "Leader Lin, hello, Dayuan is back."
As he spoke, he said inside: "Dayuan, Leader Lin is here to see you."
Then he extended his hand and invited, "Leader Lin, please come in."
Although Cheng Xuyuan didn't know who his uncle was talking about, it didn't stop him from standing up immediately.
After all, he could tell from his uncle's tone that the person coming was different.
Although it is impossible for him to come back to work in the future, his relatives in his hometown must be in Changfeng County.
So here, as long as it is not a matter of principle, Cheng Xuyuan will definitely not offend anyone if he can avoid it.
Looking at the people walking over, Cheng Xuyuan instantly understood that these should be the leaders of the county.
Before he could speak, the fifty-something leader Lin quickly extended his hand to Cheng Xuyuan and said, "Mr. Cheng, welcome back to your hometown."
"You have brought great honor to our Changfeng County."
"A few days ago, I heard that you won a big award in the United States. We are all so proud of you!"
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Facing the tightly held hand, Cheng Xuyuan did not show the slightest impatience.
He shook hands with the visitors and expressed his gratitude. The atmosphere in the room was very good.
And with Leader Lin's introduction, Cheng Xuyuan also learned the identity of the visitor.
After a round of greetings, Leader Lin looked at the young aunt who was cooking and said with a smile: "Your first meal after returning home should naturally be eaten at home."
"But you've brought honor to our hometown, and we can't just pretend we didn't see it."
"How about this, let's have a good meal tonight to welcome you back home."
When Cheng Jiadong heard the invitation, he immediately started sweating.
He knew that his nephew was not an unworldly person, but what if? If Cheng Xuyuan refused without knowing how to behave, it would be embarrassing.
Although people are broad-minded and may not make a fuss about this matter, they still have to wonder how others will view them.
He was still young and strong, and it was the golden age for him to start a career. He wanted to work harder! However, his hesitation disappeared in just a moment.
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "No matter where it is, it is a gift from the elders, I dare not refuse."
"Okay, that's settled!" Leader Lin looked around and stood up and said, "Then I'll send someone to pick you up in the evening."
At this point, his eyes fell on Cheng Jiadong again and said, "Jiadong, go over there too."
"Your Director Ma has told me countless times that you are proficient in your business, have excellent qualities, and are a good hand at work."
"Let's get closer to each other tonight."
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and nodded, while Cheng Jiadong expressed his gratitude. After the group left, Cheng Jiadong finally came to his senses from his joy.
He patted Cheng Xuyuan on the shoulder and said, "Dayuan, you are amazing! You are really different now!"
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Uncle, no matter when or where I go, I am still your nephew Cheng Xuyuan."
Cheng Jiadong patted Cheng Xuyuan's shoulder heavily and said nothing more.
Just half an hour after Cheng Xuyuan received the invitation, Feng Chenggang received a call at home.
After Feng Chenggang put down the phone, his expression became a little solemn.
"Dad, what's wrong?" Looking at her father's expression, Feng Xiaoxia asked with concern.
Feng Chenggang said: "Lao Ma called and asked me to attend a reception tonight."
Feng Xiaoxia pouted and said, "This Uncle Ma is really something. He didn't know I was coming back today, but he insisted on asking you to go to the social event."
"If it's not important, then don't go!"
Looking at his daughter's appearance, Feng Chenggang sighed and said, "It's not that important, it's just to welcome Cheng Xuyuan."
"I didn't want to go at first, but Lao Ma said that this was arranged by Leader Lin and it would be bad if I didn't go."
"Is Cheng Xuyuan so powerful now? He wants you to treat him to a meal when he comes back?" Feng Xiaoxia said with a hint of disbelief.
In Feng Xiaoxia's impression, Cheng Xuyuan is also a college student like herself.
Although he is much more powerful than me, his status should be similar to mine.
After all, the gap between Yenching University and Normal University is not that big.
But now that Cheng Xuyuan is back, not only Director Ma has to receive him, but even the important figures in the county have to host a special banquet for him.
And what about yourself?
It seems that no one has mentioned it.
Even if he met Director Ma, the most he would say was, "Xiaoxia is back."
Feng Chenggang hesitated for a moment and said, "If Cheng Xuyuan is just a student of Yanjing University, we naturally don't need to care."
“But he’s a famous young author and a young author who’s in the news.”
"Leader Lin and his team would naturally be willing to interact with people like this."
"Maybe one day, I'll be able to help the county solve a big problem."
At this point, Feng Chenggang straightened his face and said, "You, do your job well."
"Don't compare yourself with Cheng Xuyuan."
"There are so few people like him."
Feng Xiaoxia hesitated for a moment and said, "Dad, I understand."
Looking at his daughter's expression, Feng Chenggang said, "Cheng Xuyuan is a very good person, but there are too many people around him who are so successful at a young age!"
"I think you and him can be friends, but if you want to go further, I won't consider it."
"We are a small family and we can't afford to mess with him."
Feng Xiaoxia did not agree with what her father said.
Although she could keep her distance from Cheng Xuyuan, she did not agree with what her father said.
Am I not worthy of Cheng Xuyuan? I just don't want to get involved in Cheng Xuyuan's complicated relationship. What's more, Cheng Xuyuan already has a girlfriend who is recognized by others.
"Dad, you think too much. Cheng Xuyuan and I are really just friends."
Feng Xiaoxia pondered for a moment and said.
Feng Chenggang took a serious look at his daughter, and then said, "That's good. Let your mother make you something delicious. You take a good rest. I'll go to this social event."
"After all, Leader Lin said that it would be ugly if we didn't go!"
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