When Qiu Xi returned, she found Song Daiyao and Zhao Huasheng already sitting in the living room.
"Xiao Xi, you're back!"
Seeing her close friend, Song Daiyao practically bounced over.
The aunties here were too enthusiastic. She and Zhao Huasheng had been chatting for a while, but they couldn't out-talk these two women.
After just one afternoon, Qiu Mom and Chu Sheng, who had become like sisters, were bombarding the young couple with questions.
Initially, it was fine, just gossiping about Qiu Xi and Nan Hua's story. But after the gossip about them finished, the interrogation turned to the two of them.
Qiu Mom looked at Song Daiyao. This girl was the one who had ordered the little dress back then, and Xiao Xi had mentioned her quite a bit, so Qiu Mom felt a natural affection for her and it was normal to be curious.
As for Chu Sheng, Zhao Huasheng was the child of her old friend, living in this Yu Fu Ming Yuan. These two families were well-acquainted, so they weren't shy.
Therefore, the two women really asked them about everything they could think of.
Song Daiyao and Zhao Huasheng were struggling to keep up.
Even Zhao Huasheng, who was good at talking, couldn't handle Aunt Chu's relentless questioning...
He hadn't even told his family about his relationship yet!
With Aunt Chu's mouth, it seemed like nothing could be kept a secret...
He had originally planned to take things slowly, not wanting to shock Granny Yao with the news. But today, his plans had been accelerated to warp speed...
He might as well prepare for a family "courtroom interrogation" when he got home tonight...
And he still needed to prepare Yao Yao, just in case she met Granny one day...
...
As soon as Qiu Xi entered, she saw Song Daiyao excitedly run up to her. She didn't know what was happening and thought her best friend was just happy to see her after a long time.
"Daiyao, when did you arrive? Why didn't you message me?"
"I arrived a while ago. Auntie said you went to pick someone up, so I didn't ask."
"Yes, I went to pick up my master and the others."
"Come, let me introduce you."
"Master, Grandma Li, this is my roommate and close friend, Song Daiyao."
"Daiyao, this is my master, Du Bin, and this is his wife, Li Minglan."
Song Daiyao politely greeted them, "Grandpa Du, Grandma Li, hello."
"Young lady, very good!"
She wasn't shy at all, which made the two elderly people immediately think highly of her.
"Master, please come in and sit."
"Mm."
As they walked inside, only Zhao Huasheng and Nan Hua remained behind, whispering to each other.
"Uncle Nan!"
"Why didn't you tell me Aunt Chu was coming too!"
Seeing Zhao Huasheng's slightly exasperated expression, Nan Hua leaned in and smiled.
"You didn't tell me you were coming either!"
This guy had kept this from him too!
They had been discussing matters together just yesterday, but he hadn't said a word.
Zhao Huasheng deflated, "..."
He just wanted to give this guy a surprise...
But instead of giving a surprise, he received a big shock himself...
Seeing Zhao Huasheng like this, Nan Hua said solemnly, "Hurry up and figure out how you're going to deal with it when you get back."
Given Ms. Chu's personality, the news would likely be passed to her good friends immediately.
"..."
What was there to figure out!
Going back and standing in the corner, answering whatever was asked was the only sensible approach.
"You two good young people, why are you dawdling more than the old ones!"
As soon as he finished speaking, they heard Grandpa Nan's disdainful voice from ahead.
Knowing Du Bin was coming, the old man had already been sitting in the living room waiting.
However, when he looked up, he saw the two of them huddled together, whispering.
He didn't like it, so he spoke up immediately.
Why were these two big men huddled so close together?
"Grandpa Nan, I was just discussing something with Nan Hua."
Nan Hua hadn't even reacted yet, but Zhao Huasheng had already scurried ahead.
Their families were old friends, and Zhao Huasheng knew Grandpa Nan all too well.
So, as soon as he heard the voice, he ran off immediately.
"Dawdling, hurry up and come help."
"You don't need children to help with this little bit of work. We'll be done soon."
Just as Grandpa Nan finished speaking, Huang Xianyi, who was busy preparing vegetables, refused.
Even Grandma Qiu, who was sitting nearby helping, waved her hand.
"What children? They're all grown up. Let them help, it's less work."
Old Master Nan didn't care where they were; boys were meant to do chores.
"Aunt Huang, Grandma, it's alright, we can handle this amount of work."
Before the two could say anything more, Zhao Huasheng had already started working.
Nan Hua, who came up behind him, was given a glare by his grandfather and reluctantly followed.
Seeing the two diligently working, Grandpa Nan smiled.
Then, he looked at Qiu Xi, who had just returned, and walked towards her with a beaming smile.
"Xiao Xi, you're finally back!"
Hearing this call, Zhao Huasheng shivered all over.
If someone didn't know better, they would think Qiu Xi was his own granddaughter.
Thinking this, Zhao Huasheng cast a pitiable glance at Nan Hua.
Nan Hua, seeing Zhao Huasheng like this, simply rolled his eyes.
This guy's imagination ran wild!
He didn't even know if this was a good thing or a bad thing...
...
"Yes, Grandpa Nan, I'm back."
Qiu Xi, who hadn't had a chance to rest yet, turned and started chatting with Nan Shan.
Really!
Being too popular wasn't always a good thing...
"You've come back just in time. Come play chess with me later."
"Grandpa Nan, why don't you and Master play first? I'll go deal with my things."
She couldn't start this today, otherwise, it wouldn't just be a short game; they might spend the entire evening like this.
She still had to organize manuscripts for her master to see, and time was tight. She really couldn't play chess with the old gentleman.
"Alr... alright."
Nan Shan glanced at Du Bin, who was sitting on the sofa behind him, and reluctantly nodded.
Unexpectedly, Master Du saw this and immediately said, "You old scoundrel, do you think I want to play chess with you?!"
His skills weren't even as good as his, yet he loved playing every day. And now he was complaining about him.
"..."
Old Master Nan hadn't expected his quiet remark to be overheard by Du Bin...
He immediately replied, "No! I love playing with you."
In an instant, not only Qiu Xi but also those watching the commotion nearby looked over.
Du Bin was left speechless by Nan Shan's response.
This old fellow was too thick-skinned; he couldn't compete!