The two changed into their swimsuits and went to soak in the hot springs hand in hand.
The hot spring water is crystal clear, reflecting the azure sky and the surrounding beautiful scenery.
Wow, wow, it's so beautiful!
[It's simply a paradise on earth.]
When Huo Jinning stepped into the spring water, the warm touch instantly spread throughout her body, and all her fatigue and stress were completely relieved at that moment.
[This feels so comfortable!]
[The fatigue from the car ride instantly disappeared.]
I've heard that soaking in hot springs is good for the skin, so I'm going to soak a little longer.
"Sister, come down quickly! It's so comfortable." Huo Jinning exclaimed, then called out to Huo Jinxin.
"Coming, coming." Huo Jinxin put down her drink and entered the water.
“Sister, you’re right. It really feels very comfortable,” Huo Jinxin said.
"Yes! Yes!" Huo Jinning closed her eyes and relaxed.
"Little sister, it's about time to go upstairs and rest for a bit. We'll be eating soon," Huo Jinxin said when the soup was almost ready.
"Okay, sure." Huo Jinning readily agreed on her own.
Besides hot springs, there are also comfortable rest areas where you can relax completely while soaking in the hot springs.
The two sisters lay on the soft sofa, admiring the beautiful view outside the window and enjoying the peaceful moment.
On the other side
Huo Nanchu and Huo Chengyu showed little interest in soaking in the hot springs.
So Huo Nanchu summoned a servant to prepare tea and began to enjoy it by himself.
Huo Chengyu, on the other hand, was a restless person and went wandering around to clear his head.
Just as it was almost dinnertime, Huo Nanchu's phone rang. It was Zhou Haoran calling.
"What are you doing right now?" Zhou Haoran asked.
"I'm having tea! I had nothing to do today, so I brought Ningning and Xinxin to Xiaotan Town to soak in the hot springs. But you, a busy man like you, how come you have time to call me? That's quite a rare thing!" Huo Nanchu replied with a hint of teasing.
After all, Zhou Haoran is not only a doctor, but also manages the Zhou family's business, so he is naturally very busy on weekdays.
"There is something. Qian Chengfeng called me today..." Zhou Haoran then recounted their conversation in detail.
"Hmph, he really knows how to pick his people! It seems he's determined to go against me." Upon hearing this, Huo Nanchu couldn't help but feel a surge of anger.
"You don't need to get so angry. In my opinion, it might actually be a good thing that he took the initiative to come to us this time!" Zhou Haoran advised calmly.
"Don't joke with me! You absolutely cannot touch that area in the eastern suburbs, understand?" Huo Nanchu warned the other party solemnly.
"Oh? So... is there really something hidden underground in the eastern suburbs?" Zhou Haoran's heart stirred, and he pressed on, actually wanting to take this opportunity to verify whether Zhou Ren's previous guess was accurate.
"Hmm... there is indeed something there, and it's quite large." Huo Nanchu was straightforward and didn't hide the truth, nodding in agreement.
“I see. Now everything makes sense. We’re not without connections; we can easily dump this land on Qian Chengfeng.”
"Since he's determined to scheme against us, let's just go with the flow and let him suffer too."
"As long as you have no objections, I will arrange for people to spread the word that there is an enormous imperial tomb hidden underground in the eastern suburbs. The more outrageous the better."
“When the time comes, someone will naturally go after Qian Chengfeng, while you won’t have to do anything. You’re just holding back because of brotherhood.” Zhou Haoran’s lips curled up into a sly smile.
You should know that he's a bit cunning. If someone treats him politely, he'll repay them tenfold; but if anyone dares to offend him, then sorry, he'll only retaliate even more fiercely.
Zhou Haoran thought he was exaggerating when he said there was a large imperial tomb underground. In fact, there really was an ancient imperial tomb complex underneath, otherwise such a large area of land in the eastern suburbs would not have been included.
“I agree, let’s do it your way,” Huo Nanchu said.
If it weren't for Huo Jinning, Huo Nanchu might have still considered Qian Chengfeng's feelings, but the thought of what he would do on his own in the future made her reluctant to be ruthless.
"Okay, I promise I'll do a good job," Zhou Haoran said.
"You?" Huo Nanchu said with a hint of helplessness.
When are you going to bring your precious little sister out so we can see her?
"When we get back, we'll arrange a time for you all to get to know each other," Huo Nanchu said.
"Then I need to buy my sister a gift, in case I don't have time. I might be on the operating table at any time. When I'm busy, I forget everything," Zhou Haoran said.
“My sister likes expensive things,” Huo Nanchu said.
"You...you...extortion. I'm hanging up," Zhou Haoran said angrily.
He thought Huo Nanchu was digging a hole for him, but what Huo Nanchu said was actually true.
Looking at the phone that had been hung up, Huo Nanchu muttered to herself, "See, I told you the truth, and you still didn't believe me."
"Mom and Dad, you've arrived." Huo Nanchu hung up the phone and saw her parents come in.
"Hmm, where are Ningning and Xinxin?" Zhao Qiuying looked around but didn't see her two beloved daughters.
"The two of them are soaking in the hot spring," Huo Nanchu replied truthfully.
“I’m going, we can go together.” Zhao Qiuying said, turning to leave.
"Mom, you guys can go for a soak tonight! It's almost time for dinner. I asked Aunt Zhong and the others to set up a barbecue grill over there; we're having barbecue tonight." Huo Nanchu pointed to a spot not far away.
In the spacious courtyard, a group of servants were busily and orderly preparing for a barbecue.
The Huo family saw it when they arrived.
The charcoal fire roared, sparks flew, and the aroma of roasted meat filled the air.
The servants wore simple aprons and held various tools. Some were turning the food on the grill, some were spreading sauces, and others were preparing ingredients and seasonings.
On the grill, all sorts of delicious food sizzled, and the enticing aroma made one's mouth water.
Grilled meat, vegetables, seafood... a dazzling array of ingredients turned golden and crispy under the charcoal fire, while the servants worked attentively.
The courtyard was filled with laughter and chatter as servants worked together, passing ingredients and tools to each other.
They exchanged barbecue techniques and shared their experiences, filling the scene with harmony and joy.
Not far away, some servants were setting up tables and chairs to prepare a comfortable dining environment for their soon-to-arrive masters.
The afterglow of the setting sun shone on them, illuminating their hardworking figures.
This scene is like a vivid painting, showcasing the diligence and unity of the servants, and also allowing people to feel the boundless joy and happiness brought by the barbecue.
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