Chapter 218 This sentiment is worth a thousand pieces of gold
Han Xi looked at Bai Xue, who was dressed exquisitely and was even more eye-catching than the main character. She was trying to make a name for herself at the old lady's birthday banquet.
"Miss Bai, you look well, your injuries should be recovering very well."
Bai Xue clutched her chest, her brows furrowing slightly, and said delicately, "It still hurts a little occasionally. The doctor said it would take at least six months to fully recover."
If she were to recover so quickly, how could the old lady possibly feel sorry for her?
Han Xi smiled and said, "I see. Then you should make sure to get plenty of rest."
The old lady responded, "I originally wanted her to stay in the old house to recuperate and for us to take care of her, but she refused and insisted on living outside. It's good that you've come here, so please help me persuade her."
Bai Xue feigned embarrassment and said shyly, "Grandma and Aunt have been good enough to me, I can't keep living here shamelessly."
Han Xi nodded and said, "Miss Bai is right. The house and job she lives in in Chongqing were all found with the help of you, Auntie. If she were still living in the old house, she would definitely feel bad. It would be better for her to live on her own."
Bai Xue smiled through gritted teeth. She did want to move in, but she was afraid Shen Jiheng would object.
When the old lady brought it up, she was waiting for someone to speak up for her, but Han Xi's words made her even more ashamed to move in.
Shen Jiheng agreed with Han Xi's opinion, saying frankly, "Don't force her to do this. Let her be."
Snow White was truly grateful to these two for crushing all her hopes.
Upon hearing this, the old lady naturally stopped thinking about it and instead focused her attention on her two adorable great-grandchildren.
"Yuxuan, Yumo, hurry back to the house with Grandma Zeng. I have something good for you."
Madam Shen lovingly took the hands of the two children, her eyes filled with gratitude as she looked at Han Xi.
Han Xi responded with a smile, seeing the beautiful scene today, it was clear that her decision back then was correct.
Seeing that everyone was following the old lady back into the house, Bai Xue followed behind Han Xi and whispered, "Miss Han, I have something I'd like to ask you. I wonder if we could talk in private for a moment?"
Han Xi turned to look at her, then told Shen Jiheng to go inside with everyone first, and followed Bai Xue toward the backyard.
This woman's eyes revealed a scheming nature, and Han Xi was curious to know what she had to say.
Tomorrow is the old lady's birthday banquet, and many of Shen's relatives have already moved into the old house. The two walked along the road, exchanging greetings and listening to some gossip.
All of this was within Han Xi's expectations. After all, they had already divorced, and Bai Xue frequently visited the old house. For the past four years, the outside world had regarded her as the new Mrs. Shen.
Now that Han Xi has returned with the child, everyone is bound to have all sorts of speculations.
"Just say what you have to say. I don't want to beat around the bush."
Bai Xue stopped and looked at her with a sincere expression.
"Ms. Han, I heard that your company's marketing department is hiring. May I try applying?"
"If you are interested in this position and have relevant experience, you can submit your resume to apply. You don't need to tell me separately. Our company welcomes anyone with the ability."
Although Han Xi didn't like this woman, she could accept her if she had the ability to take the position.
Bai Xue said awkwardly, "The problem is that I submitted my resume but it was rejected. They said my qualifications weren't good enough, so I can only ask you to make an exception for me."
Han Xi frowned; so that's what they wanted to do through connections.
"I think it would be better for you to find a job that matches your qualifications. Otherwise, even if you get in through connections, it will give people something to talk about, which would be bad."
"If you had my back, the situation would be different."
"Why should I back you up? You seem unaware that I really dislike you. I tolerated you going to the company interview because I was acting in a fair manner. Do you still want my help?"
Han Xi didn't know where she got the confidence to think she would help her; it was truly shameless.
“I know I’ve done a lot of things that you hate, but I need a job right now. My mother is sick and needs money urgently. I can’t be without a job.”
Han Xi reached out to interrupt her attempt to play the victim; she wanted talented people, not scheming individuals.
"This has nothing to do with me. If you don't want to hear it, figure it out yourself."
After Han Xi finished speaking, she didn't want to hear her continue and turned to leave. She no longer believed a single word Bai Xue had said.
Bai Xue clenched her fists. Joining Han Shu Group was the best way to get close to her, but now that she had been rejected, she had to think of other ways.
Han Xi returned to the living room and saw the old lady smiling as she handed out birthday cakes to everyone. She waved excitedly when she saw Han Xi return.
"Han Xi, your aunt is so skillful! This tastes just like the memories of back then. Look, everyone loves it."
"Grandma, I'm glad you like it. Auntie made a lot more; she'll bring it to us tomorrow morning."
The old lady said gratefully, "I will definitely repay her handsomely when the time comes; this kindness is worth a thousand pieces of gold."
Han Xi was also pleased to see this, as it was rare to see the family so harmonious.
Shen Jiheng moved behind her and asked in a low voice, "What does she want from you?"
Han Xi turned and glanced at him. "Since you care so much about her, why don't you go and ask her yourself?"
Shen Jiheng couldn't help but gently tap her head, correcting her, "You deserve a beating for talking nonsense. I was just worried she'd bother you."
Han Xi felt a little pleased, but said calmly, "It's nothing, just chatting for a bit."
Shen Jiheng didn't think much of it and pointed to the two children who were taking apart toys, saying, "They are very close to their grandmother. This is the power of family affection. You should have brought them back a long time ago."
Han Xi retorted, "Then you should also reflect on why I couldn't bring it back before."
Shen Jiheng nodded: "You're right, it's all my fault."
The first rule to winning back your wife is never to contradict her, even if it means calling a deer a horse.
Han Xi was both amused and exasperated; this person was really changing these days.
Han Xi smiled and walked over to her daughter as she watched her daughter struggling to disassemble the garment.
"Yumo, let Mom teach you."
Madam Shen said happily, "Han Xi, the two children are so cute and sensible. You have raised them very well. Just now, Yu Mo even secretly called me Grandma. I am so happy."
Han Xi hadn't expected this either. Yesterday, she was worried that Han Yumo might be scared if there were too many people, but she didn't expect that she could fit in.
All of this is thanks to Shen Jiheng's companionship and guidance these past few days.
“I’m also very happy. I should have brought them back sooner.”
Madam Shen hugged her shoulders to comfort her, saying, "It's not your children's fault. It's all that brat Shen Jiheng's fault. I thank you for giving birth to them and taking such good care of them."
What pleased Han Xi the most was the attitude of these two elders.
Whether in the past or present, I always consider issues from my own perspective.
"Thank you, Auntie. Judging from how happy the child is, he probably doesn't want to leave."
"Your grandma just said she wanted them to stay a couple more days."
"That's no problem. Besides, the Gu family isn't far from here. If you want to see the child, I can bring him over anytime."
Madam Shen nodded with tears in her eyes. She knew she hadn't misjudged him back then; only Han Xi was worthy of being the daughter-in-law of the Shen family.
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