dognovel Chapter 486 Aunt Xu
Chapter 486 Aunt Xu
In the end, Lin Chang'er was only two or three years older than Chen Zhao. Chen Zhao scratched his head and listened to everyone's teasing, but he just couldn't bring himself to call her "little aunt".
Lin Chang'er didn't make things difficult for him, and said with a smile, "Whatever you call me is fine, as long as we know it in our hearts."
Chen Zhao was overjoyed and grinned at Lin Chang'er, "Sister Chang'er, Grandma, Second Sister-in-law."
Lin Chang'er nodded to him, and Chen Zhao greeted her before skipping and hopping towards his second sister-in-law, "Raindrop, did you miss your brother!"
Lin Chang'er almost burst out laughing. Look, now she's willing to be a generation younger again.
Seeing him excitedly teasing the raindrops, he then looked at Lin Yanqing and asked, "How were your two aunts on the journey?"
Lin Yanqing nodded, "Everything is fine."
Both men came from wealthy families, yet each had their own setbacks in life, which inadvertently gave them a lot in common, making the journey back less boring.
However, women from wealthy families generally avoid showing their faces in public, and Lin Chang'er and Wu Qingfeng also did not want Madam Wu to appear in public.
Lin Yanqing then led Lin Chang'er to the carriage at the back to say hello, and then, according to regulations, handed the travel permit to the city gate guards for inspection.
As for Liu Zi, after exchanging greetings with Lin Chang'er, he hurriedly went to the county government office to see Wu Qingfeng, while Lin Chang'er led everyone back home.
Although Lin Chang'er wasn't socially anxious, she had no reason to accompany Madam Wu, and she didn't know Madam Wu's temperament or character. Besides, she was someone who didn't like to compromise herself.
So Old Madam Bai accompanied them in a carriage. They were old friends, and their families had a bond of mutual support. Old Madam Bai was also of a certain seniority, so naturally there wouldn't be any problems.
As for Lin Yanqing's aunt, Lin Yanqing will accompany her for now. There will be plenty of time to meet her again after they return home.
Chen Zhao happily rode with Lin Chang'er and Gu Ersao. After not seeing each other for a long time, the boy had a lot to say, and he didn't stop talking the whole way.
He's so busy with raindrops, he's really craving them.
In Linshui Village, the Gu family's matriarch, Aunt Gu, packed up her stall at the village entrance early, and Aunt Gu's sister-in-law, Aunt Zhou, and others also came back early to help.
When guests arrive from afar, it is natural to treat them well.
Lin Chang'er no longer cooks, but Gu Dasao, whom she taught, has already mastered the essence of cooking.
However, the eating habits of wealthy families and rural rich families are different. But with Old Madam Bai around, Lin Chang'er had already studied the recipes and handed them over to Sister-in-law Gu.
Before noon, smoke began to rise from the Gu residence.
As the eldest member of the Gu family, Aunt Gu had some free time and waited at the door early in the morning. When she saw the carriage arrive, she hurriedly went to greet it.
Chen Zhao was delighted again. He jumped off the car as nimbly as a monkey, grabbed Aunt Gu's hand, and jumped up and down, "Auntie, Auntie, I, Chen Zhao, am back! Did you miss me?"
Aunt Gu, who used to be a shy and sickly beauty, is now used to these mischievous monkeys. She smiled and replied, "Did you send a message home? Did you suffer any hardships on the journey?"
Chen Zhao chuckled, "My father sends someone every day; I'll just have someone deliver a message later."
Aunt Gu scolded him playfully, "You rascal! I'll have your second brother go to town later and let your father know you're safe, you hear?"
“Okay, okay,” Chen Zhaoying said readily, then pulled Aunt Gu forward. “We’ve brought Yan Qing’s aunt along this way. Aunt, come here, let me introduce you.”
He's quick-witted, a natural businessman, and adept at cracking jokes, which helps avoid a lot of awkward situations.
Lin Chang'er didn't interfere, letting him lead Aunt Gu to see Aunt Xu and Madam Wu, while she carried Yudian'er and followed behind.
Lin Yanqing was helping Aunt Xu out of the car. Aunt Xu looked to be around 30 years old. Her black hair was neatly tied up, and she wore two simple hairpins on her head, which were perfectly symmetrical. She had a superior appearance and a kind of beauty that was completely harmless.
Chen Zhao opened her mouth and began to introduce them: "This is Aunt Xu, Aunt Xu, this is Aunt Gu, and that is Second Sister-in-law Gu..."
Thinking of something, he scratched his head and looked at Lin Chang'er, "Sister?"
Lin Chang'er smiled and was about to speak when Aunt Xu looked at her and spoke first, "Is it Chang'er?"
Lin Chang'er nodded, "It's me, Auntie. You must be tired from your journey."
Aunt Xu hurried forward, wanting to shake her hand, but seeing her holding the child, she turned her face away and smiled, her eyes glistening with tears as she turned back.
Lin Chang'er knew what she was feeling sentimental about, and smiled, "There's plenty of time in the future. You've had a long journey, Auntie, please rest first. We can talk about it later."
Aunt Xu nodded, and Chen Zhao led Aunt Gu to the back. When they reached the carriage, Old Madam Bai had already gotten off. The woman being helped down from the carriage by a servant was dressed in fine clothes. When Lin Chang'er looked up, her eyes met hers...