Chen Jianguo and Zhang Guangbi were both so anxious that they kept frowning.

What should we do? If my son gets arrested and goes to jail, it will be a real problem.

Chen Yi put his arm around his mother's shoulder and said, "Mom, don't worry. If he dares to call the police, who knows who they'll arrest."

Xu Linwei walked up and took Zhang Guangbi's hand.

"Yes, Mom, don't worry, Chen Yi isn't someone he can just arrest whenever he wants."

mom?

Zhang Guangbi was completely stunned when he saw the incredibly beautiful girl in front of him.

Seeing this, Chen Yi went over and gently hugged Xu Linwei, smiling sweetly as he said:

"Mom, this is your daughter-in-law, Xu Linwei."

Ah!

Zhang Guangbi was completely shocked.

This……

Is this my daughter-in-law?

So beautiful?

So noble?

It looks even better than in the photos!

Immediately, her face lit up with a smile, and she warmly grasped Xu Linwei's hand.

"Oh my, girl, you must be Xiao Wei! You're even prettier than in the photos!"

Chen Jianguo was beaming with joy.

"Xiao Wei, come inside, come inside!"

Xu Linwei gave Chen Jianguo a slight bow.

"Dad, I'm so sorry it's been so long since Chen Yi and I got married, and it's only now that I'm finally coming to see you."

Zhang Guangbi's face beamed with joy.

This daughter-in-law is elegant and beautiful, and so humble and polite. We've really struck gold!

Unlike He Shuyao, whose face turned as cold as ice when she saw them.

All the neighbors gathered around.

"Hey, Xiao Yi, you're such a pretty girl! Are you from a wealthy family?"

"Just like those heiresses on TV—beautiful and well-mannered!"

"It's truly a blessing to have built a nation!"

……

Chen Jianguo's face was beaming with joy as he repeatedly offered cigarettes to everyone.

Xu Linwei walked to the car, opened the trunk, and took out the snacks and fruits she had prepared beforehand.

"Auntie, I didn't prepare any gifts for your first visit. Please have some fruit."

These are all carefully selected fruits and snacks, including premium fruits and dried fruits that are hard for ordinary families to buy.

Chen Yi's family lives in the countryside, and she had long anticipated that many neighbors would come, so she made preparations in advance.

"What variety are these grapes? They're so sweet and juicy."

"What are these dried fruit made of? I've never eaten them before."

"What is this black thing? It's actually quite delicious."

……

"Auntie, these are Roman Ruby grapes, and these are Australian finger limes, air-freighted from Australia. This is Hainan sapodilla..."

Xu Linwei smiled warmly and gave friendly introductions when asked.

"This girl has no airs at all, unlike some city girls who are just average-looking but look down on everything."

"Exactly, those people are the uglier they are, the more they act up. Miss Xu is a true lady from a respectable family, well-educated and reasonable."

"Xiao Yi is really successful, finding such a good wife."

……

Everyone praised him highly, and Chen Jianguo was beaming with pride. "My son has really made me proud."

The neighbors chattered for a while and then gradually dispersed, and the family returned home.

Xu Linwei brought a lot of gifts.

"Mom, this is a dress I bought for you. See if it fits."

She took out a navy blue silk long-sleeved shirt dress.

The fabric felt smooth and silky to the touch, and it looked very expensive.

Zhang Guangbi was flattered.

"I have plenty of clothes, why did you spend money on these?"

Chen Yi said, "Mom, Lin Wei meant well, so please try it on."

Zhang Guangbi couldn't persuade the two of them, so she had to go back to her room to change.

When they came out again, they looked a bit brighter.

Chen Yi was overjoyed: "Mom, look, you look several years younger!"

Zhang Guangbi felt that the fabric was exceptionally comfortable to wear, and she was overjoyed.

Xu Linwei opened another exquisite box, inside which was a pair of emerald green bracelets.

"Mom, these bracelets were custom-made by someone. Try them on."

As he spoke, he personally put the hairpin on Zhang Guangbi.

Zhang Guangbi felt a cool, pleasant sensation, which was exceptionally comfortable.

"Xiao Wei, this bracelet must be expensive."

"It's not expensive, only a little over ten thousand," Xu Linwei said with a smile.

"Wow! That's so expensive!"

Zhang Guangbi's expression immediately changed, and he hurriedly tried to take the bracelet off.

Chen Yi held his hand down and said:

"Mom, wear this. Your son and daughter-in-law are rich now. Next time we come back, we'll buy you a million-dollar one."

"Oh dear! Even if you have money, you can't waste it like this." Zhang Guangbi frowned.

Chen Jianguo also received a gift: a high-end pure cotton casual suit.

He didn't stand on ceremony and immediately changed into it.

Xu Linwei then took out two more bottles of wine.

"Dad, Chen Yi said you like to drink, so he brought you two bottles. One is Wuliangye, and the other is Moutai. Which one do you prefer? I'll bring you more next time."

Chen Jianguo picked up the Moutai liquor and couldn't stop smiling.

"Everyone says Moutai is delicious, but I've never tried it before. Thanks to Xiaowei, I got to taste it today. Hehehe!"

"You guys chat for a while, I'll go cook," Zhang Guangbi said.

He then walked toward the kitchen.

Xu Linwei hurriedly said:

"Mom, let me help you."

"I don't need your help. Just sit down and rest. It'll be over soon."

Zhang Guangbi stopped Xu Linwei.

"I have nothing else to do anyway, so I'll keep you company for a bit," Xu Linwei insisted.

Zhang Guangbi had no choice but to let her in.

When Xu Linwei stepped into the kitchen, she realized she was completely overwhelmed because she didn't know how to do anything.

Zhang Guangbi stopped chasing her away, filled a basin with water, and let her sit down to wash vegetables while he busied himself in the kitchen.

The mother and daughter kept chatting.

Xu Linwei is incredibly skilled at dealing with people; even though it was their first meeting, there was no awkwardness at all.

Soon, the cheerful laughter of the mother and daughter echoed from the kitchen.

Chen Yi chuckled inwardly; women always have endless topics to discuss.

Chen Jianguo was still worried about Huang Quan's situation.

Chen Yi said, "Dad, don't worry, Huang Quan and his father are going to be finished soon."

"What do you mean?" Chen Jianguo asked, puzzled.

The Huang family has deep connections; they're not so easily brought down.

Chen Yi said, "I ran into County Chief Zou from Longgang County last night at dinner. I told him about the Huang family's affairs, and County Chief Zou was very angry. He said he would send comrades from the Discipline Inspection Commission and the Public Security Bureau to investigate."

"real!"

Chen Jianguo was overjoyed.

Those two, father and son, are doomed if the higher-ups investigate the shady things they've done.

But then he felt uneasy.

"Xiao Yi, this is not a simple matter. It's not like no one has reported it before, but it was all left unresolved."

"Don't worry, Dad. Just wait and see what happens. It'll be over in the next couple of days."

Chen Yi said confidently.

Soon the food was served, and the family gathered around the table, enjoying a happy time together.

Chen Yi asked, "Dad, is our old house still there?"

Chen Jianguo said, "It's still there, but no one's lived here for years, so the weeds are probably very tall. Why are you asking this?"

The house they live in now is the one Chen Yixiu built three years ago; the old house is separated by a ravine.

Chen Yi said, "I keep dreaming about it lately. Let's go take a look after we finish eating."

"Good, you're still sentimental, not bad."

Chen Jianguo readily agreed.

After the meal, Chen Jianguo took his son and daughter-in-law to the old house.

After walking down a ravine, the house was on the opposite hillside, and it looked dilapidated from a distance.

The weeds on both sides of the path were waist-high.

Chen Jianguo walked in front with his hands behind his back, Chen Yi behind him, and Xu Linwei in the middle.

suddenly!

"what!"

Xu Linwei let out a startled cry.

But then a rustling sound came from the weeds, and a dark shadow suddenly darted about...

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