Free Web NovelChapter 641: New Year’s Visit Home
In the courtyard, Xu Minglei had already taken out the wooden sword he had made.
"Doudou, look, do you like it?" Xu Minglei placed the small sword in the little one’s hand. It was specially made for the little one, and the wooden sword wasn’t big.
"So pretty, so pretty, thank you, Uncle!" The little rascal’s eyes sparkled, and the sword handle was painted black, with a purple tassel hanging from it, looking quite nice.
The little guy swung the wooden sword around the courtyard, and Xu Mumu, watching him, thought of those swordsmen she had seen on TV. She didn’t expect the little rascal had learned this; his imitation skills were quite strong.
Xu Mumu noticed this too and mentioned it to Yin Yang.
Yin Yang made a mental note of it, but this wasn’t the time to talk about such things.
The Xu Family was bustling, and Xu Mumu also saw her cousin, who had been away for years and just returned.
Xu Mumu hadn’t paid attention to this matter, and Li Caixia hadn’t mentioned anything about it to her. Tian Fang’s dressing now seemed quite fashionable, with makeup on, giving Xu Mumu the impression that she seemed a bit more worldly.
Xu Xue was also secretly observing Tian Fang. The second branch of the family returned ten days early, and she knew about Tian Fang’s issues.
In her past life, Tian Fang only returned after more than ten years, looking hunched over like an elderly person.
Seeing Tian Fang now reminded her of what Tian Fang did in her past life, and she didn’t feel like interacting with her.
This life has changed so many things; Tian Fang’s early return didn’t seem surprising.
Xu Mumu was equally taken aback, surprised that Tian Fang returned earlier. Was it because her arrival as this butterfly changed so much?
"The tea at Aunt’s house tastes better than at home." Tian Fang poured herself a cup and said coquettishly.
She took a small sip, as if she really understood the quality of the tea.
In reality, the tea Li Caixia offered was just ordinary. The family didn’t lack good tea; she just couldn’t bear to use so much to entertain so many people.
"Of course, your aunt’s house lacks nothing good." Aunt Xu Chunmei immediately agreed, her eyes openly flattered Li Caixia.
"This tea costs two yuan for a large pack." Madam Chen glanced at the mother-daughter duo indifferently. Initially, she didn’t want to invite her eldest daughter. She long held a dislike for her; a fool who couldn’t be helped.
And this Tian Fang, with her worldly demeanor and affected mannerisms, she couldn’t stand her.
If it weren’t for the old man’s orders, she wouldn’t have wanted this eyesore of a family back; they were even more bothersome than the third son’s family.
Tian Fang’s hand froze while drinking water, then she awkwardly smiled, "Even if it’s ordinary tea, Aunt brews it so well that it tastes much better."
"Indeed." Li Caixia said proudly. Tian Fang had been flattering her since she arrived, so she was in a good mood and didn’t bother her sister-in-law.
Xu Mumu glanced at Tian Fang more than a few times. After not seeing her for years, Tian Fang had become much smoother.
"I heard your brother-in-law opened a large estate here. When can you take us there for a tour?" Tian Fang laughed coquettishly at Yin Yang. After years apart, Yin Yang appeared more mature and attractive, and remembering what that person told her, Tian Fang smiled even more coquettishly.
That coquettish smile truly disgusted Xu Mumu. Who was she trying to seduce?
"Cousin, feel free to go by yourself. It’s right there on the most prominent spot of the hill. I’ve already informed the people there, so you can visit anytime for fun." Yin Yang said coolly.
Tian Fang was taken aback, not expecting Yin Yang to say such things. Wasn’t he supposed to take them there for a tour, so she’d have more opportunities to get close to him?
She found out from someone else how wealthy Yin Yang was and how big his business was. Now it ended up with Xu Mumu, and her heart was restless with envy.
Thinking of this, she was even more jealous of Xu Mumu.
She looked at Xu Mumu’s wool coat, which was really pretty. If she wore it, it would definitely look good too. She didn’t think she was any worse than Xu Mumu.
Xu Mumu quietly drank tea, noticing Tian Fang’s jealousy immediately.
She glanced at Yin Yang, feeling annoyed. This guy was always attracting rotten love interests.
"Mumu, would you like some pomelo?" Yin Yang had peeled the pomelo cleanly, leaving only the fruit, and offered it to Xu Mumu with a smile. Coming home for the new year was meant to be joyous, not affected by any messy people.
"I was just thinking about it; you really know me." Xu Mumu smiled. The couple had developed a tacit understanding over the years, and she instantly understood his intentions.
No longer paying attention to Tian Fang, the couple chatted, amidst many people from the Xu Family.
Xu Jiaojiao also disliked that cousin, directly running over to sit in front of Xu Mumu, blocking Tian Fang’s frequent glances in their direction.
Yin Yang looked at his sister-in-law with satisfaction. This sister-in-law was truly adorable.
"Sis, sis, I want to go with you guys to play at your place tomorrow. I’ve arranged with my friends; let’s go to the provincial city for fun. Join us, sis." Xu Jiaojiao ate pomelo as she invited Xu Mumu.
"Just go with your friends. If I go, you’ll definitely feel restrained, better if I don’t go." Xu Mumu smiled and shook her head.
"No way. They’re all super impressed by you, sis. Ever since finding out you’re my sister, they’ve been wanting to meet you." Xu Jiaojiao immediately said, noting that Xu Mumu, who had topped the science entrance exams the year they were resumed, was still a legend at school and admired by many students.
Despite being a rural kid, Xu Mumu’s academic achievement had inspired many students from poor backgrounds.
"Admire me?" Xu Mumu was slightly surprised.
"Yes, yes, you’re so amazing, sis, and you’ve made us all so great too. Our teachers even approached us, asking us to persuade you to come teach at our high school." Xu Jiaojiao laughed. At that time, her sister was busy with college and experiments, so they declined.
"Nah, not teaching. Teaching you folks is tiring enough." Xu Mumu laughed.
"I knew you wouldn’t want to, so I refused. You love the lab. Teaching would take up all your time, and you wouldn’t have time for the lab." Xu Jiaojiao grinned.
"You’re so clever." Xu Mumu gave her a reproachful look. If they had asked, she would have declined too.
