Just now, Wang Handong also noticed from a distance that the boy walked over and talked to Lin Xiao. After he brought Wang Wei back after they had socialized around, he asked Lin Xiao about the boy's background and whose son he was.
Lin Xiao was taken aback, then replied, "The boy's surname is Yang, and he studies at a business school in Paris. He didn't introduce himself or say who his father was, and I didn't ask."
Wang Handong suddenly slapped his son on the head and said, "I told you to work hard to study business school back then, but you wouldn't go! What's the point of studying environmental protection? Does France need your protection for its environment?"
"If you go to a business school, all these kids will be your juniors and seniors. Whether you work in France or China, your path will be much easier, won't it?"
Hearing Wang Handong speak so frankly, even in front of her, Lin Xiao couldn't help but sigh inwardly: It seems that parents everywhere have good intentions and want to pave the best road for their children.
Then his own father must have felt the same way, right?
The party lasted for nearly three hours, with a warm and friendly atmosphere. Talented Chinese people showcased their skills, and at the end of the event, everyone received a New Year's gift specially prepared by the embassy, making everyone happy.
Wang Wei drove Lin Xiao home. The two didn't have much to talk about along the way, but Wang Wei still tried his best to find topics to discuss.
Lin Xiao recalled what Wang Handong had said at the party earlier, so he asked Wang Wei, "Do you like environmental protection? Is this a relatively unpopular major?"
Wang Wei smiled and said, "It's alright. There are actually quite a few French people studying this major, but not many international students."
I chose this major because I thought it would be fun; I heard it involved traveling and collecting samples everywhere, not necessarily about protecting nature or anything like that.
One good thing about Wang Wei is that he is very honest and straightforward, truly "saying what he thinks" without hiding anything.
Although his mother was often unhappy with this about her son, it was difficult for her to change it.
"What did your boyfriend study in the country? My mom said it's a relatively unpopular field."
When Lin Xiao was suddenly asked this question, she remembered her conversation with Wang's mother in his kitchen last time, so she started to choose an unpopular major for her imaginary boyfriend in her mind.
"Chinese Language and Literature," she thought to herself, which sounded reasonable. People who study this field don't need to go abroad for further studies, right?
"Oh," Wang Wei nodded as if he understood, "So it's about studying Chinese, right? Do you need a master's degree for this?"
His words were abrupt and sounded a bit unpleasant, but Lin Xiao did not refute them.
Since he was a fictional character, there was no need to be annoyed by Wang Wei's outspokenness or lack of knowledge.
Perhaps realizing his lapse in composure, Wang Wei quickly changed the subject, asking Lin Xiao how he felt about the embassy's activities that day.
Lin Xiao said she was very happy and thanked the family for the invitation, otherwise she would definitely feel a little down if she spent New Year's Eve alone.
"By the way, what did that boy talk to you about earlier? He's the one who studies at the Paris business school."
"We didn't talk much. He seemed to notice that we had been looking at him for a while, so he came over, greeted us, and introduced himself."
Lin Xiao felt that since the boy named Yang Xile had not agreed to Wang Wei attending the international student gathering, it would be best not to bring it up.
After listening to Lin Xiao's words, Wang Wei continued, "That's just how my dad is. I hope you don't find it embarrassing. He built his business from scratch in France. It wasn't easy for him. He just hopes that I can make more connections with powerful people and suffer less."
Lin Xiao smiled and said, "What's so funny about that? The vast majority of parents in the world are willing to endure any hardship for their children, hoping that their children won't suffer at all. This is something that is enviable and admirable, and no one will laugh at it."
Wang Wei smiled gratefully at Lin Xiao, because to be honest, he felt a little embarrassed by his father's "mercenary behavior" at the embassy, where he dragged him around to meet people and complained about his lack of business school education to build connections.
Hearing Lin Xiao say this, he realized that he had let his father down.
After dropping Lin Xiao off at her place, Wang Wei reminded her to come for dinner the next day, as he would be hosting a banquet for other Chinese friends, and it would be a lively affair.
Lin Xiao went as promised the next day. Wang Handong had booked several tables at a Chinese restaurant near his home, and invited many people, including relatives, friends, and company employees.
The dishes were even more lavish than when Lin Xiao returned the car last time, and everyone ate to their heart's content. Several people even drank too much, as the liquor was the most authentic high-proof grain spirit in China, making it relatively easy to get drunk.
After attending two large gatherings, Lin Xiao felt a little tired.
I was initially reluctant to attend the international student gathering on the second day of the Lunar New Year, but Yang Xile seemed to have a premonition and called me first.
"Sis, you'll definitely be at the party tomorrow, right? You promised last time." His voice on the phone was full of anticipation.
Lin Xiao thought about it and realized that breaking the contract at the last minute was indeed unreasonable, so he told Yang Xile, "Don't worry, I will definitely go tomorrow."
On the second day of the Lunar New Year, she arrived at the meeting on time, only to find that this was not an ordinary gathering of international students, but an exclusive party for rich kids who were like princes and princesses.
She knew this as soon as she found the neighborhood with the address Yang Xile had given her, even before she entered the house.
The buildings here face the Seine River, and the Eiffel Tower is also visible when you look up.
Moreover, compared to other older buildings in Paris, this area is much newer.
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