Gong Linglong not only brought chocolates for Lu Zhen, but also brought gifts for other members of the Lu family. The ones she brought to her grandparents and uncle were some effective local medicinal oils from Hong Kong City, some for treating bruises and some for removing dampness and relieving pain, which were just right for middle-aged and elderly people.
She also brought her aunt a box of moisturizing and hydrating facial cream. The packaging box was exquisite and beautiful, and it was more effective than the popular vanishing cream on the domestic market.
In addition, she picked out a lighter for Lu Jingyao and gave her eldest cousin's wife Li Wanqiu a beautiful lipstick, but she told her not to use it during pregnancy and to wait until she had a baby before putting it on makeup.
These things were brought back by Gong Chengjun, three large boxes in total, specially used as gifts for relatives and friends.
It doesn’t matter how many gifts you give or how good they are; what matters is the thought that goes into them.
Gong Linglong prepared small gifts for the elders and relatives at home because they were really good to her. She has been receiving gifts from them in the mail for the past three months, including various nourishing supplements for the fetus. There is even a box of them piled up in her space.
In addition, the elders would call her every now and then to ask about her well-being, and she could feel their love even though they were thousands of miles away.
At dusk, Mr. Lu and his eldest son arrived home. When they pushed the door open, Gong Linglong immediately stood up and said, "Grandpa, uncle."
"Hey, Linglong."
The Lu family father and son smiled at her, and Old Master Lu also hurriedly greeted her: "Linglong, you are pregnant, sit down, there is no need to get up."
Gong Linglong had just sat for nearly half an hour when she stood up and walked around a bit. Seeing that her grandfather had lost some weight since the last time they met, she expressed concern for his health: "Grandpa, you've lost some weight recently. Are you feeling unwell?"
"I'm fine. My health doctor checks on me every now and then."
Mr. Lu took off his heavy cotton coat and said to her with a smile, "We've been busy lately, with lots of meetings and often working overtime at night. We old guys have all lost some weight."
"Thank you for your hard work, old leaders." Gong Linglong expressed his respect.
Mr. Lu took the hot tea his grandson brought over, drank two sips, and chatted with her: "I heard that these three little guys are quite naughty. I guess they bothered you."
"He's a bit naughty, but he'll behave himself if you give him more food."
"Haha, there's a saying that goes, 'The little brats are eating me to death.' These three kids probably weigh less than ten pounds combined, and they eat so much. We'll have to use a big truck to haul the milk powder and food in the future." Grandpa Lu said with a smile.
Zhou Lanqin was helping to prepare the meal in the kitchen. When she saw them coming back, she said to her son who was sitting and watching TV, "Jingyang, set the table first. We'll have dinner when your dad comes."
Lu Nanzheng called in the afternoon and said he would come over for dinner in the evening and would bring Lu Qiuju and her sister with him.
There were many people at home, so two tables were set up. Just as they were ready, Lu Nanzheng, his father and daughter, arrived.
"dad."
Gong Linglong called for help first, and her eyes fell on the Lu Qiuju sisters.
The three sisters Lu Qiuhe all have good looks. Lu Qiuhe looks more like Ruan Yumian, and is charming and lovely, but she has a bad temper, which makes her seem a bit sharp and aggressive.
Lu Qiuju is the tallest of the three sisters. Her facial features are less charming and her face is more dignified and generous.
The youngest, Lu Qiuting, has grown up and looks the most like Lu Nanzheng, with thick eyebrows, big eyes, and a high nose bridge, and looks more like the other cousins in the Lu family.
Seeing that the two of them didn't call anyone after entering the room, and both of them stared at Gong Linglong, Lu Nanzheng frowned: "Don't you even know basic manners?"
"sister in law."
Sister Lu Qiuju shouted for help at the same time.
Gong Linglong smiled politely but distantly, "Qiuju, Qiutong, hello, come in and sit down."
The two sisters both pulled their faces, walked to the sofa together, and called out to their elders.
Mr. Lu's attitude towards them was rather cold. He just responded faintly and didn't say anything else to them. The attitudes of the others were similar.
Lu Nanzheng had just bought some roast duck and some steaming hot braised pork. He divided the pork into an empty bowl and brought it to his daughter-in-law. "Linglong, you said you wanted to eat braised pork yesterday. I just bought some. It's still hot. You can eat it first."
"Thank you, Dad."
Gong Linglong's mouth watered at the smell. She took the bowl and chopsticks with a smile and called to her nephew, "Comrade Lu Zhen, come and eat with your aunt."
"Sister-in-law, you eat it. He usually eats a lot. It's rare for you to come back, so your second uncle bought it for you. You should eat more." Li Wanqiu said with a smile.
Little Lu Zhen was also sensible. "Auntie, I don't want it. Give it to my brothers and sisters. Give me chocolate. When I grow up, I will make money to buy braised pork for you, and I will also buy chocolate for my brothers and sisters."
"Oh, our little comrade Lu Zhen is filial to his elders and loves his younger siblings. He is so good." Gong Linglong praised him with a smile.
Children love to hear praise the most. Lu Zhen grinned with his white teeth and smiled happily.
Gong Linglong can get along well with her family, but Lu Qiuju and her sister seem out of place. After calling everyone around, they sat quietly in the corner, but their eyes were both on Gong Linglong.
"It's time to eat."
Yu Peirong called out from the kitchen, and the people in the living room stood up one after another. The younger generations took the initiative to go to the kitchen to help serve the food.
The elders sat at one table, and the younger generations sat at another. When Gong Linglong was about to sit down, Grandpa Lu called her, "Linglong, come sit next to grandpa. Let's eat and talk at the same time."
Gong Linglong went over and took a seat. Seeing her eldest cousin bringing a large bowl of shrimp, her eyes lit up: "Brother Yao, where did you buy these shrimps?"
"I don't know either." Lu Jingyao was only responsible for serving the dishes.
"Linglong, your grandfather snatched these shrimps from his old brother yesterday and specially gave them to you." Madam Lu told her with a smile.
"Ah? Stolen?" Gong Linglong was slightly surprised.
Mr. Lu smiled as he sat down and said, "Old Qu's son-in-law went on a business trip to Qinggang and brought back about ten pounds of shrimp. I sent him four or five pounds. I happened to run into him, so I asked him to share two pounds with me. I also gave him two sausages this morning."
Old Master Lu also heard that these shrimps are nutritious and good for pregnant women. The fetus will absorb them and develop its brain, which will make it smarter. That's why he asked his old brother for some for her.
"Thank you, Grandpa."
Gong Linglong was deeply touched by the care and love from her elders.
"You don't have to be so polite when you're family. Come sit down and eat."
When Mr. Lu saw that all the dishes were served, he picked up his chopsticks and started to pick up some food. He also said to her, "I heard that your grandpa returned to Beijing. I haven't had the chance to meet him yet. Tomorrow is your mother and Aji's wedding day. Grandpa has also received an invitation. I will meet your grandpa for a drink at the banquet tomorrow."
"Grandpa said today that he would come to visit on his day off." Gong Linglong continued.
"Linglong, tell your grandpa that he's not an old-fashioned person who cares about all kinds of rules. There's no need to send a visiting card and be so particular about it. We're family relatives now, and you can come visit anytime."
The older leaders of their generation are all friendly and easy-going people who don't care about red tape and old-fashioned rules. Grandpa Lu is like this, and so are Grandpa Zhou and Grandpa Han.
Gong Linglong smiled and nodded: "Okay, I will tell grandpa."
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