As expected, Granny Chen did not disappoint Xiang Wanwan.
The next day.
Granny Chen arrived at the door carrying large and small bags of things.
Xiang Wanwan smiled and welcomed the person into the courtyard, settled them in the pavilion, and then brought out some tea to brew for Granny Chen.
Granny Chen looked at the beautiful cup on the stone table; she had never seen one like it in her entire life.
And this tea—she picked up the cup, took a sip, and immediately winced as it was scalded.
"Ouch, it's hot!"
"Auntie, be careful!" Xiang Wanwan reminded her.
If it weren't for Xiang Shuxue's marriage, she wouldn't have made tea for Granny Chen, even though she used the worst tea leaves and the cups she disliked the most.
Granny Chen looked up, her face beaming with smiles.
"The leader's wife is truly magnanimous to let an old woman like me in, putting aside past grievances."
"It's all in the past. Everyone lives on the island now, so we should all get along peacefully."
"That really hit the nail on the head, doesn't it?"
Xiang Wanwan smiled at Granny Chen, too lazy to argue with her, and asked directly, "I wonder what brings you to our house today, Aunt Chen?"
Granny Chen slapped herself on the head. "Oh dear, look at me, I forgot the important matter while we were talking."
You didn't forget, you were just waiting for her to ask!
Xiang Wanwan knew exactly what was going on with this little trick.
She didn't expose Granny Chen, but waited quietly for her to speak.
Granny Chen observed Xiang Wanwan's expression and, seeing that she wasn't unhappy, slowly spoke:
"I'm here today because of your sister's wedding."
"I heard your sister is of marriageable age. That's perfect! My son is single now, and I thought the two of them would be a good match. I wonder if it's possible..."
Granny Chen hesitated, glancing at Wanwan who didn't immediately refute her, then mustered her courage and continued:
"You've met my son, he's handsome and talented, and he's a second lieutenant, a very promising young man."
“I was blind to marry him such a filthy woman. Now he’s broken up with her completely. As long as your sister marries into the family, the two of you are guaranteed to be happy.”
Granny Chen became happier and happier as she talked, unable to stop smiling, as if it was already a done deal that Xiang Shuxue would marry into the family.
Xiang Wanwan had a smile on her face the whole time, which made Granny Chen's heart tighten.
What does she mean?
Does this mean agreement or disagreement?
"Aunt Chen should have heard that this younger sister of mine is only my stepsister!"
"Although I think Lieutenant Yan is a good candidate, my stepmother has to give her her approval first, don't you think?"
Upon hearing this, Granny Chen nodded repeatedly.
The fact that she wasn't directly dealt with means there's still hope.
She knew it! Her son was a second lieutenant, and it's rare to see such a young second lieutenant.
Being able to marry her son is a blessing this girl earned in her past life!
"Yes, that makes sense. Let's have the two of them meet first."
Xiang Wanwan nodded, "Okay."
"However, there is one thing I need to make clear to my aunt beforehand."
She paused, looking troubled.
Seeing her like this, Granny Chen became anxious and sat up straight:
"Please feel free to ask any questions you may have."
"To be honest, my stepmother is very picky. It's not easy to be her son-in-law. Ideally, he should come from a good family, have a decent house, and live a good life."
"However, the most important thing is Lieutenant Yan. When the two of you meet, just dress properly."
Granny Chen's eyes darted around.
Then he finally spoke, saying, "Okay, I'll go prepare."
After saying that, he turned around and left in a hurry.
Xiang Wanwan watched her departing figure, a slight smile playing on her lips.
She had inquired about Granny Chen's family beforehand; they were quite wealthy, but their house was rather dilapidated.
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