In the end, Lu Xiao didn't get his own gift because Su Tang said that his parents were coming and he had to postpone it.
But Lu Xiao is not stupid, he can probably guess what it is.
What greater gift could there be than Su Tang’s heart?
Coincidentally, he also had a gift to give to Su Tang, so he decided to give it to her after his parents left.
After all, good things are worth waiting for.
Although Su Tang said that, he kept thinking about it while he was at work in the next few days.
It wasn't until the evening five days later, when Su Tang got home from work.
When he saw Lu Xiao's parents, Su Tang felt that the little confidence he had just built up was instantly blown away by the northwest wind.
She was like an elementary school student standing on the podium for the first time. She didn't know where to put her hands and feet, and the smile she was trying to force was so stiff that it was about to break.
Lu Xiao's father, Lu Zhenfeng, is tall and stands straight.
He was wearing an old military uniform that had been washed out, his face was deeply wrinkled, and his eyes were as sharp as an eagle. At first glance, he had the majesty accumulated from years of military service.
He simply nodded at Su Tang and said "coming", and the invisible pressure made Su Tang subconsciously hold his breath.
However, the woman standing next to Lu Zhenfeng, Lu Xiao's mother Li Xiulan, was like a warm spring breeze, instantly blowing away the chill in Su Tang's heart.
Li Xiulan is slightly plump, wearing a clean floral cotton shirt, her hair is combed meticulously, and her face has the gentleness of time.
Her eyes fell on Su Tang almost at first sight. There was no criticism in her eyes, only pure curiosity and kindness.
When Su Tang was so nervous that his voice became taut and he stuttered out "Dad, Mom...", Li Xiulan's eyes suddenly lit up.
She took a few steps forward, grasped Su Tang's slightly cold hand, and spoke with a thick Shanghai accent.
"Oh hey, is that Tangtang? I've heard Xiaoxiao talking about you, and today I finally see you in person! You're so... beautiful! So pretty!"
As she spoke, she looked Su Tang up and down, her eyes filled with undisguised admiration and fondness.
Lu Xiao's hometown borders Shanghai. Although it is in the countryside, there are people who speak Shanghainese.
The familiar local accent and the straightforward and sincere praise were like a warm current that made Su Tang feel at ease.
Su Tang's tense shoulders relaxed instantly, and a shy smile appeared on her face: "Mom...you're too kind."
"Not at all!"
Li Xiulan clapped her hands with a smile: "You are so beautiful!"
She was not happy at first, but now seeing Su Tang, she felt that her decision was right.
If Professor Su's family hadn't fallen on hard times, her son probably wouldn't have been able to marry Su Tang.
The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law held hands and talked affectionately, and the atmosphere suddenly became harmonious.
Lu Xiao stood aside, watching his mother calm his nervous wife with just a few words, and a smile appeared in his eyes.
He walked over and naturally put his arm around Su Tang's shoulders, and the family was having a great time.
At this moment, a somewhat slick voice interrupted: "Auntie, Brother Xiao, Sister-in-law, let's not stand at the door and talk, it's so tiring! I'll get the luggage! I'll get it!"
Everyone's attention then turned to the young man following Lu Zhenfeng and Li Xiulan.
The man was probably in his early twenties, not tall, and looked a little thin.
He was wearing an old coat that didn't fit him well and had a worn collar.
He had an overly enthusiastic smile on his face, but his eyes were rolling around with an indescribable cleverness.
His eyes were always a little vague when he looked at people, especially when he lingered on Su Tang, his eyes were so sticky that it made people feel uncomfortable.
The smile on Lu Xiao's face faded a little, and he introduced: "Tangtang, this is my distant nephew from my hometown, named Jinbao. He came here with his parents to visit."
He turned to Jin Bao and said calmly, "Jin Bao, this is your sister-in-law, Su Tang."
Lu Xiao didn't like Jinbao, but this time it was thanks to him that Lu's father and mother were able to arrive here safely.
"Hello, sister-in-law! Hello, sister-in-law!"
Jin Bao immediately nodded and bowed, smiling flatteringly: "Brother Xiao, my sister-in-law is truly a fairy from heaven! There's no sister-in-law as beautiful as her in our village!"
While moving the luggage, Jinbao did not forget to flatter, but the two words "Shui Ling" came out of his mouth with an indescribable greasy feeling.
"Sister-in-law and Brother Xiao standing together, what a perfect match! A talented man and a beautiful woman!"
There was honey in his mouth, but his eyes uncontrollably swept over Su Tang's pretty face and the well-tailored light-colored fine-checked Lenin suit she was wearing.
With undisguised envy and a hint of barely perceptible greed.
Su Tang felt uncomfortable being looked at by him, but she suppressed her discomfort and nodded calmly: "Hello."
I instinctively felt a bit of dislike for this distant nephew who was slick-tongued and had a crooked look in his eyes.
Lu Zhenfeng snorted at the side, obviously not very satisfied with his nephew's behavior, and said in a deep voice: "Alright, come in."
It was obvious that the few of them didn't want to bother with Jinbao, and they didn't talk to him much after entering the house.
Seeing that Su Tang didn't like Jinbao, Li Xiulan made a special explanation.
"His parents asked him to come with us to see the world. He'll only stay for two days, and then we'll leave."
After hearing what her mother-in-law said, Su Tang felt a little relieved. She smiled and nodded and said, "It's okay, Mom. Since you're here, it doesn't matter if you stay a few more days."
But in my heart I still hope that this annoying Jinbao can leave as soon as possible.
Lu Xiao welcomed his parents and Jinbao into the house, arranged for them to sit down, and then went to the kitchen to pour a few cups of hot water and brought them out.
Li Xiulan pulled Su Tang to sit next to her, looking at her like she was her own daughter, touching her here and there, muttering, "Tangtang, your hands are so cold, you should wear more clothes, don't catch a cold."
As she spoke, she took off her woolen shawl and tried to put it on Su Tang. Su Tang quickly declined: "Mom, I'm not cold. You put it on yourself and don't catch a cold."
But Li Xiulan refused to listen and insisted on putting the shawl around Su Tang. She also patted her shoulder with a loving look on her face.
At this time, Jinbao came over and said with a smile: "Auntie is so good to my sister-in-law. I envy my sister-in-law for having such a good mother-in-law!"
As he spoke, his eyes swept over Su Tang again, making Su Tang feel uncomfortable and he leaned closer to Li Xiulan.
Lu Zhenfeng frowned and glanced at Jin Bao, then said in a deep voice, "Sit down and stop talking nonsense!"
Jinbao then shrank his neck and sat down obediently, but his eyes were still rolling around, and I don't know what he was thinking.
During dinner, Su Tang specially prepared a few of her signature dishes, thinking of treating Lu Xiao's parents well.
At the dinner table, Li Xiulan kept serving food to Su Tang, praising her cooking skills: "Tangtang, this dish is even better than the one in the restaurant. My Lu Xiao is in for a treat!"
Su Tang blushed at the praise and said with her head down, "Mom, as long as you like it, I'll make it for you often in the future."
Lu Xiao also smiled and picked up some food for Su Tang, his eyes full of tenderness.
But Jinbao's words broke the silence.
"Sister-in-law, your cooking skills are really good. Can I learn to cook from you?"
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