Even as a "normie," I'm completely oblivious to it.

Yu Zhe always thought that the fierce and tough folk customs of the Nordic people were something from hundreds of years ago, but he didn't expect that there are still some remnants of them now!

There's no way we should make the elderly travel so far to pick up the young people.

Yu Zhe quickly took Xiao Lizhi's hand and started walking forward.

"Then hurry up and walk a few steps. Can you even walk fast in those high heels?"

"No problem! I'm used to it, go! go!"

"Go my ass! I don't know the way, you lead the way!"

"Waaah!"

35. The Source? (3,000 words)

"Sigh...is it really okay not to bring any gifts?"

There was a supermarket right by the roadside just now...

"Brother Yuzhe, why are you still saying things like that? You really don't need a gift! The fact that you came with me is the biggest gift and surprise!"

"What you're saying... well, it's not wrong. But I have to make it clear, it's only right that I came with you. Alright, alright, when in Rome, do as the Romans do, let's not dwell on this, respect in our hearts is the best courtesy."

"Yes, yes! My maternal grandparents don't like receiving gifts, especially from close relatives. In their eyes, giving gifts is called... oh right, it's called being too formal! Hey, speaking of which, a few years ago when my dad came back to visit relatives with my mom, he brought a bunch of expensive gifts, and as a result, my grandpa gave him a good lecture!"

"..."

Oh, Uncle Ouyang, thank you for your trial and error!

Okay, it seems that not bringing a gift is the right thing to do. Yu Zhe doesn't want to be lectured!

The clattering of Xiao Lizhi's high heels on the asphalt road reflected her inner joy.

It's been such a long time since I've seen my maternal grandparents.

Grandma and Grandpa are native locals and didn't want to move to China. Being separated by thousands of miles, seeing each other is truly difficult, and today they've returned to this place again—how could Little Lychee not be happy?

"Do you see it, Brother Yuzhe? It's that house over there, the one with the lights on!"

From afar, Little Lychee pointed to the east side of the road, to the path that stretched from the main road to the side along the roadside grass.

About two hundred meters along the path, the house where Xiao Lizhi had lived for two years stood prominently.

This... Nordic architectural style is really something!

The house is a light blue rectangular shape, with sharp edges and corners that exude a unique Gothic style and a sense of freedom.

Unlike the more popular multi-story villas, that house only has one floor.

But a single floor doesn't seem small at all. It's not a high-rise, but it still takes up a lot of space.

There are two tall cypress trees in front of the house, and the main courtyard in front of the house is surrounded by a fence.

If it snows... this house in such a tranquil setting would definitely have a fairytale-like beauty.

Yu Zhe is never stingy with his praise of beauty.

"Wow, no wonder Mom said Aunt Elisa's hometown has such great taste, this house is really nicely built. Uh... Little Lychee, are those your grandparents?"

"!"

Upon hearing the sound, Little Lychee quickly turned around to look at the front door of the house.

They were quite far apart, but you could see two people coming out of the front door of the house.

Little Lychee has sharp eyes! She recognized her family members immediately.

"Yes...it's my maternal grandparents!"

After confirming, Xiao Lizhi instinctively grabbed Yu Zhe's wrist, and while continuing to walk briskly forward, she raised her other arm and waved it into the distance.

"Grandma! Grandpa! Don't come out to greet us! We're coming right now!"

"You idiot... How could they hear us from so far away? They... it seems they really did hear us?!"

It was clearly a distance where they could only see each other's shadows.

But as soon as Xiao Lizhi shouted, two people in the distance could be seen raising their arms and waving in this direction almost simultaneously, and then clearly speeding up their pace as they walked towards them.

Are all the people in your family so perceptive?

Once they noticed each other, they approached each other much faster.

Out of politeness, Yu Zhe, being the younger generation, jogged over.

But it turned out the other side was also jogging this way!

Grandpa, please don't strain your back!

Cough... Although Yu Zhe might be more prone to back strain now.

When the distance between them shrank to less than fifty meters, Yu Zhe finally saw the face of the newcomer.

Little Lychee's maternal grandparents... really do look quite young.

They should actually be in their sixties, but if you don't know their actual age, judging from their appearance alone, they would look no older than fifty.

Little Lychee's maternal grandfather is over 1.8 meters tall. He wears a sharp leather jacket, a cowboy hat on his short, curly brown hair, and a neatly trimmed Western-style beard. His angular face has wrinkles typical of the elderly, but he still exudes a heroic air. Although he uses a cane in his right hand, he walks with remarkable agility.

Little Lychee's maternal grandmother was even more unexpected for Yu Zhe.

Yu Zhe originally thought that her image was that of a white-haired old lady, or at least with graying temples, like those Western noblewomen in movies, sitting in a rocking chair and sunbathing all day.

But in reality, although Grandma's face had some undeniable wrinkles, one could still see glimpses of her youthful charm. Grandma's hair already had some silver strands, but most of it was still shoulder-length blonde.

Elisa and Little Lychee's gorgeous blonde hair seem to be inherited from this.

She's still wearing her apron; she must have come out to greet Xiaolizhi the moment she received the message.

The fifty-meter distance was covered in a short time, and the two people on each side finally met.

"Grandma!! I've come to see you!"

"call...!"

Without hesitation, Little Lychee threw herself into her grandmother's arms.

A few years ago, she was a head shorter than her grandmother, but now... she's half a head taller.

Grandma held her precious granddaughter in her arms, and tears welled up in her deep blue eyes.

She spoke fluent foreign language, showing concern for Xiaolizhi, asking about her recent situation, and even inquiring whether she felt uncomfortable with the weather in Kromer.

That's just how the elderly are; they care for the younger generation with meticulous care.

Yu Zhe consciously stood aside, not disturbing the warm reunion of the family.

Although Grandma's English has a slight accent, Yuzhe can still understand it.

clear.

It seems like people are saying that Little Lychee has grown so beautiful that even her grandmother hardly recognizes her.

Grandpa, a true man of steel and toughness, also had tears in his eyes.

He told his grandmother in English that it was almost time for Xiaolizhi to say a few words to him, as he missed his granddaughter terribly.

It could be because they were too engrossed in their reunion, or it could be because Yu Zhe was standing in a rather remote location.

In short, with tears in her eyes, Xiao Lizhi exchanged pleasantries with her grandparents and then immediately turned to look at Yu Zhe.

She hoped that her brother Yuzhe could also come and talk to the two elders.

Following Xiao Lizhi's gaze, the two elders naturally saw Yu Zhe as well.

Both of them looked stunned.

It wasn't just a moment of surprise.

This person was completely stunned.

Hey, don't do that! And Little Lychee!! Introduce me! I'll look really silly if I introduce myself!

Little Lychee understood immediately and switched from English to Chinese to introduce Yu Zhe's existence.

"Grandma and Grandpa, this is my brother Yuzhe! My...my lover!"

"!"

After Xiaolizhi finished speaking, she ran back and hugged Yuzhe's arm without saying another word. She looked like a little bird clinging to a tree, and the smile on her face had not faded at all, but the blush on her face had spread to the roots of her ears.

Little Lychee had been preparing for this all along! She just wanted to muster up the courage to say those words!

Yu Zhe was quite surprised by her proactive behavior.

But what she said... well, it makes sense. Saying they're lovers is perfectly fine; that's the truth.

The problem is that after you finished your introduction, Grandma and Grandpa were even more stunned than before!

Look, Grandpa's cane has fallen to the ground!

Oh... By the way, the two elders can actually understand Chinese?

Following Xiao Lizhi's words, Yu Zhe lowered his head and then introduced himself.

"Greetings, sirs. My name is Su Yuzhe. It's a pleasure to meet you both. I'm grateful for the care and help Li Zhi has provided. I apologize for the inconvenience caused by my visit today."

When Yu Zhe said, "I usually receive a lot of care from Li Zhi," he was gritting his teeth.

As for the reason, Little Lychee herself should understand!

"..."

Still no response.

Oh no, really? Could it be that they don't understand Chinese?

Just as Yu Zhe was about to switch to English and introduce himself again...

Grandma and Grandpa quickly gathered around at the same time.

The look on their faces was one of unspeakable joy!

Finally, they spoke in Chinese with a slight accent, but quite fluently.

"Yu Zhe...it's Yu Zhe! Old man, can you see him? It's the living Yu Zhe!"

"Ah...I see it, old woman, don't speak yet, you're scaring the children."