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Chapter 808 809. Reception and Impression

After picking up Wen Xiaoqing's parents, the group of four came to the Red Star Department Store.

Although Wen Xiaoqing's parents were able to return to the city smoothly, they had no place to stay for the time being. After discussing with Wen Xiaoqing, Yue Wenxuan decided to let the old couple live in the dormitory of the department store for the time being.

After the two of them settled down again, whether it was resuming work, getting their previous wages paid, or finding a place to live, these were not things that could be done in a short period of time.

Even if everything goes smoothly with Hou Xinghai's help, it will probably take a month before everything goes well.

After entering the door, Yue Wenxuan first took the old couple on a brief tour of the entire courtyard, and then introduced several employees of the department store to them one by one.

The old couple are Wen Xiaoqing's parents and Yue Wenxuan's future father-in-law and mother-in-law. Several employees of the department store were very enthusiastic and respectful to the old couple.

After a brief tour, Wen Xiaoqing led her parents to the northernmost room in the west wing, opened the door and said:

"Dad, Mom, you'll be staying here temporarily for a while. Wenxuan and I have already tidied up the place. Even the bedding on the bed was bought by Wenxuan. Come in and take a look. Are you satisfied?"

Wen Hongxuan and his wife walked in and looked around.

The house is not big, only about ten square meters in total, but it is very clean. In addition to a double bed, there are a few simple pieces of furniture in the room.

The furniture was all old, but they were wiped very clean. The double bed should have been newly bought, and the bedding was also very neat. It was obvious that it had just been bought and had not been used yet.

The old couple can certainly feel the thoughtfulness of their daughter and future son-in-law, and they must be touched.

But both of them are frugal people. Their daughter and future son-in-law must have spent a lot of money on this decoration. Wen Xiaoqing's mother Shi Lingxue couldn't help but say:
"We probably won't be living here for long, so why are we buying so many new things? It's such a waste of money.

Over the years, your father and I have been used to living in the cowshed. If you just prepare a bed for us, it will be very good.”

Yue Wenxuan continued, "It is precisely because my uncle and aunt have suffered so much over the years that they should enjoy themselves more when they return home.

We didn't buy anything, just a new bed and some bedding.

It’s not a waste either. Even if we find a new place to live later, we can just move the bed and bedding over. We’ll need them in the future.”

"Mom, you two don't have to worry about life. I am your daughter and I am also a salaried person. I can save at least 20 yuan a month. Now my savings are more than 200 yuan. Buying these things is nothing. I can still afford it."

Shi Lingxue glanced at her daughter and said, "Don't act so rich in front of me. You have been sending us things non-stop since you started working. How much money can you save with your monthly salary?
Besides money, you also need various tickets to buy these things. Can you afford them?"

Wen Xiaoqing took her mother's hand, shook it and said, "Even if I can't take it out, we still have Wenxuan. We are in a relationship now, so there is no need to divide the finances too clearly."

Yue Wenxuan also said: "Yes, aunt, since we started working, our salaries have been mixed, how can we divide them so clearly?"

“I won’t worry about what happens between you two.

But this is something we old couple bought, and we can’t let you spend money.

How about this, after a while, when we get our salary back for these years, we will return the money you spent on these things."

Seeing Yue Wenxuan was about to speak again, Shi Lingxue said seriously: "I know that you two are good and filial children, and we are very happy that you have this kind of thought.

But you two are not married yet, so we, as elders, should give you more financial support."

Although Shi Lingxue's words were a bit obscure, Yue Wenxuan understood what she meant.

After all, he and Wen Xiaoqing were not married yet, and even if they had their own salary, the old couple had to consider the opinions of Yue Wenxuan's parents. Especially considering that Wen Xiaoqing had been well taken care of by Yue Wenxuan's parents after returning to the city, the old couple were even more unwilling to become a burden to their daughter.

To Yue Wenxuan, this was just a small matter. There was no need to go against the old couple's ideas, so he made a gesture to Wen Xiaoqing.

Wen Xiaoqing had no choice but to say, "Okay, I'll just listen to you, isn't that enough? When you and my dad pay me back for these years of wages, you have to compensate me."

After the few people sat down again, Wen Xiaoqing took out a box of tea from the drawer and said while making tea:
"Dad, these two boxes of tea in the drawer are specially prepared by Wenxuan for you. One box is your favorite Longjing tea, and the other box is my mom's favorite Lu'an Guapian tea."

Wen Hongxuan said: "Wenxuan is very thoughtful. I have to taste it carefully later. I haven't had tea for several years."

"It's just a little thought, not very thoughtful."

After a polite remark, Yue Wenxuan continued, "My parents knew that my uncle and aunt were arriving today, and they originally planned to take half a day off to entertain you.

But the university has just resumed classes, and I don’t want to delay my work due to personal matters, so let me entertain them temporarily. They will come back early, and our two families will have a reunion dinner in the evening.

I have already reserved a table for dinner at Fengze Garden. Do you have any other plans, uncle or aunt?"

Wen Hongxuan said: "We don't have any plans, it will just delay your parents' work.

The university has just resumed classes, and your parents must be very busy at work. There is really no need to take time off just to entertain us.

We have nothing to do these days, so we can meet again when they have a day off on Sunday."

"It's just leaving a little early, it won't delay the classes for the students.

My parents felt bad for not being able to go to the station with us to greet them the first time. They repeatedly asked me to convey their apologies and that they would personally apologize when we met later.

According to Yue Xuchu and his wife's original idea, they should go to the station with their son to pick him up, as they were worried about being criticized by their future in-laws.

But both of them are really busy at work. Since classes have just resumed, everyone is very busy with work, and they can't find anyone else to substitute for them. The most they can do is leave early, otherwise they will be delayed at work.

Wen Hongxuan said sincerely: "Your parents are too polite. If they really delayed their work to welcome us, we would feel uneasy."

Yue Xuchu and his wife had been thinking about welcoming their in-laws, and finally walked into the courtyard before six o'clock. After the two in-laws met, Yue Xuchu sincerely apologized: "I'm so sorry, in-laws, at such an important moment, we should have gone to the station to pick you up. We were so negligent."

"There's really no need to be so polite. You can't let personal matters delay your work. If you really do that, we will feel uneasy.

From now on, our two families are one family. Please don’t be too polite, otherwise we will feel uncomfortable living here.”

Wen Hongxuan had a good impression of Yue Wenxuan's parents. Although they had just met, he could feel that they were both very sincere people. With such parents, their daughter would not suffer any grievances when she married into the family.

Cong Qiuhui said: "My father-in-law and I both felt it was inappropriate for you to live in the dormitory of the department store, but the two children insisted on doing so and we couldn't persuade them.

Lao Yue was originally a researcher at the institute, and we were allocated a house at the institute. The institute’s staff quarters were not far from the store.

My husband and I have been seconded to the university as lecturers. We are temporarily living in the university dormitory, so the original house in the staff quarters is left vacant.

In my opinion, I should invite you to live in my house. After all, the conditions there are better.

But Xiaoqing was worried that it would be inconvenient for you to live at home, so she insisted on cleaning up a room in the dormitory of the department store. The two children were very determined, so finally we old couple had no choice but to agree. "

Cong Qiuhui knew in her heart that it would be more convenient for her in-laws to live here, but she still had to say these words so as not to let her in-laws find fault with her.

Of course, the old couple Wen Hongxuan did not want to live in the Yue family's house. If Yue Wenxuan had not made arrangements in advance, they would rather live with their old friend Hou Xinghai, or staying in a guesthouse for a while would also be a good choice.

After all, my daughter and Yue Wenxuan are not married yet. No matter which option they choose, it is impossible for them to live in the Yue family's house at this time.

The two sides exchanged pleasantries for a while and soon became familiar with each other. Yue Wenxuan looked at his watch and urged: "It's almost six o'clock. Let's set off now. We can chat slowly when we get to the hotel."

The group did not ride bicycles, but took the bus directly to Fengze Garden.

Yue Wenxuan had already booked a table of top-quality food in advance. Not long after they sat down, several dishes were served one after another.

After all, it was the first time the two families met, so they didn't talk about too deep topics, but talked more about trivial matters in life.

Wen Xiaoqing has been very concerned about her parents' lives over the years. In the past, she could only greet them in letters, and her parents only reported good news but not bad news. Now that they meet in person, there are so many topics to talk about.

Yue Xuchu and his wife knew that their in-laws must have suffered a lot over the years, so they expressed their condolences and the two sides talked about many topics in this regard.

Middle-aged people of this generation have experienced too many ups and downs and have too much to talk about. Both sides felt that they had not talked too deeply before the time came to eight o'clock.

Fortunately, Yue Wenxuan booked a high-priced hotel so the service was guaranteed, otherwise the waiter would have kicked him out.

After the welcoming banquet, everyone returned to the courtyard of the department store. Yue Xuchu and his wife chatted with their in-laws for a while. By the time they said goodbye and left, it was already nine o'clock in the evening.

After seeing his parents off, Yue Wenxuan said, "Uncle and aunt, Xiaoqing and I have already informed my sister-in-law of your return today.

My sister-in-law is not in good condition now and asked for leave, so Xiaoqing and I did not ask her to come with us to pick us up. She will take a day off the day after tomorrow, and she has already told us that she will come to see you with her two children. "

The old couple had already understood clearly the current situation of their eldest daughter-in-law from the letter, so naturally they would not blame her.

The old couple are more concerned about the health of their grandchildren. Now that they have met, they can ask in detail many questions that were inconvenient to ask in a letter.

Wen Xiaoqing often goes to her eldest sister-in-law's house to see the two children. She has a very clear understanding of the children's situation and can give detailed answers to their parents' questions.

Time passed by unknowingly and it was ten o'clock. Considering that the old couple were tired from the long journey, Yue Wenxuan did not stay long. After settling down, he said goodbye and left.

After seeing Yue Wenxuan off, only the family of three were left in the house. Shi Lingxue said with emotion, "In the past, when Xiaoqing praised Wenxuan in her letters, I didn't quite believe her, fearing that she was only reporting good news but not bad news. Now that I've seen him in person, I'm finally relieved."

"Wenxuan is indeed a good kid, much better than I thought.

He became a nationally famous writer at such a young age. I was afraid that he might be arrogant, but I didn't expect that he was a very humble person at heart.

Not only is he not arrogant, but he is also practical and steady, which is rare among young people. No wonder he can write so many influential novels. "

As Wen Hongxuan spoke, he walked to the window and gently drew the curtains. The light in the room softened a bit, and seemed to add a touch of tranquility to the warm atmosphere.

He turned around and continued, "What's even more commendable is that Wenxuan is a thoughtful child. He is respectful and considerate to us two elders without any negligence.

Look at today's arrangements, from the pick-up to the accommodation, to the meal, every detail has been carefully considered, and there is nothing wrong with it."

Shi Lingxue nodded in agreement, "Yes, such children are rare nowadays. I can see that Wenxuan is really kind to Xiaoqing, and they get along naturally without any pretense. Xiaoqing has found such a home, and I feel relieved."

Wen Xiaoqing sat by the bed, listening to her parents' conversation, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart. She knew that her parents were away from home and had always been worried about her marriage. Now that she saw that Yue Wenxuan had been recognized by his parents, she felt relieved.

"Mom and Dad, don't worry. Wenxuan is really good to me and we are very happy together. I believe that as long as we work hard together, our future will be better and better." Wen Xiaoqing said with a happy smile on her face.

Wen Hongxuan was also filled with relief when he saw his daughter's happy face. "Wenxuan is a talented child who is willing to work hard. His future is limitless. Xiaoqing, you have to work harder too. You can't fall behind too much. Husband and wife should be evenly matched in order to last long."

Shi Lingxue echoed, "Your father is right. You must continue to improve yourself, whether it is knowledge or cultivation. You must not relax. Only in this way can you and Wenxuan move forward side by side and create your future together.

Your decision to take the postgraduate entrance examination is a good one. Regardless of whether you can pass it or not, it is always a good thing to be ambitious. "

Wen Xiaoqing nodded seriously. She had originally thought so too.

As the night deepened, the hustle and bustle outside the window gradually calmed down. The family of three sat together and continued to chat about family matters. The atmosphere was warm and harmonious.

Wen Hongxuan and Shi Lingxue asked about Yue Wenxuan's family situation and his personal interests and hobbies from time to time, trying to understand this young man who was about to become their son-in-law from more perspectives.