My Multiple Identities Revealed After Marrying the Bigshot
Chapter 379: Don’t despise this old lady

Chapter 379: Chapter 379: Don’t despise this old lady

"I’ve always wanted to help take care of Aunt Xu, but I can’t just ignore your wishes for my own peace of mind," Xu Jingmin asked Grandma Xu, "Aunt Xu, how would you like to live? Do you prefer living alone for more comfort, or do you like the idea of living together with everyone for a lively atmosphere?"

Grandma Xu also didn’t want to be a burden to the Lu Family, but she couldn’t accept Xu Jingmin paying for her.

She couldn’t just rely on them because she saved Zhou Shuyan’s life.

"Xiao Xu, I understand what you mean. Initially, we didn’t know Shuyan’s true identity, and it was difficult for you to speak up. Now that everything’s out in the open, I feel we can openly discuss taking care of me without worrying about financial burdens on your part," Grandma Xu said.

Xu Jingmin smiled and nodded, "Exactly, please don’t feel like you are burdening us."

"Honestly, when I went to Hexing Village with Shuyan and Youxi during the New Year, I did so with the intention of looking after you," Xu Jingmin explained. "You saved Shuyan’s life, and that’s a topic we can’t avoid. Just think of Shuyan as your grandson and let him look after you in your old age. It’s his duty and your right."

"But I can’t bear to be without Grandma Xu..." Lu Youxue quietly said from the side, "I’ve gotten used to having Grandma Xu around. She’s just like my own grandmother..."

Lu Youxue, feeling shy as everyone turned to look, bowed his head slightly.

He couldn’t speak ill of Lu Family’s elders in front of Lu Zhenguo, although they weren’t particularly kind to him compared to their harsh treatment toward Youxi.

However, the traditional preference for males wasn’t comforting for Lu Youxue, especially when compared with the benevolence shown to Youxi.

It wasn’t until Grandma Xu moved in that he truly understood what it felt like to have a kind grandmother.

Grandma Xu, whenever buying anything, would make sure to get one for both him and Youxi.

If Youxi wasn’t home, Grandma Xu would save hers for later.

Whenever there was a craft assignment at school, Grandma Xu would help Lu Youxue complete it.

Recently, with new wheat coming into the market, Grandma Xu bought some, boiled it, and gave it to Youxue as a snack.

The boiled wheat was fragrant and uniquely sweet.

You could rub the entire cooked stalk in the palm to peel off the husk, leaving behind glistening, plump kernels that emitted a delicious scent.

However, since moving to the Imperial Capital, Lu Youxue rarely had the chance to eat it like that anymore.

When Grandma Xu made it for him, Lu Youxue was particularly delighted.

Eating it felt like returning to those carefree days running around the fields in the village.

Grandma Xu even saved some and took a trip to Jing University, waiting at the entrance for Youxi to give her a bunch to share with her roommates.

These weren’t valuable things, yet they made Lu Youxue feel exceptionally warm.

It was a feeling he had never experienced before.

"I’ve gotten used to the sound of Grandma Xu in the house, and whenever I don’t understand something about everyday knowledge, I just ask Grandma Xu, and she always knows," Lu Youxue sadly pouted. "If Grandma Xu moves out, even if it’s just next door, I won’t be able to see her whenever I want."

Liu Yushu nodded, "Yes, it’s perfect with Aunt Xu living with us. Plus, we can go to the restaurant together every day, and come back together after closing. In our building, there’s no talk of anyone wanting to rent or sell their apartment, so even if Aunt Xu stays in the same area, not living together means we can’t see her often. If something happens, we can’t respond quickly, and that doesn’t settle my mind."

Liu Yushu never minded having Grandma Xu at home.

Grandma Xu was especially polite; after moving in she secretly handed Liu Yushu the money she had saved up, explaining it was for her living expenses while staying there.

Even Lu Zhenguo avoided it.

Grandma Xu was probably also worried that if Lu Zhenguo got confused one day, he might give the money to the elders of the Lu Family.

Therefore, now all the household money was controlled by Liu Yushu, and Lu Zhenguo only had a little pocket money.

Grandma Xu’s money, naturally, Liu Yushu refused to accept, but Grandma Xu insisted.

She said that if Liu Yushu didn’t accept it, she would have no face to continue living there.

Liu Yushu could only temporarily accept it, but naturally, she couldn’t really use Grandma Xu’s money for living expenses.

Instead, she opened an account in Grandma Xu’s name at the bank and deposited the money there.

After that, when the restaurant formally opened for business and Grandma Xu received her monthly salary, she would again give most of it to Liu Yushu for living expenses.

In any case, Grandma Xu refused to stay for free.

Knowing that Liu Yushu had a habit of bookkeeping and worried that Liu Yushu would refuse to spend her money, Grandma Xu specifically asked Liu Yushu to show her the monthly accounts to confirm that her living expenses were indeed included.

Liu Yushu had no choice but to spend it.

However, Grandma Xu gave a lot; her staying in the house was really just a matter of an extra pair of bowls and chopsticks, hardly costing much.

So, Liu Yushu put the remaining amount back into Grandma Xu’s account.

It was reserved for any future needs Grandma Xu might have.

Even so, with Grandma Xu’s support, the family’s life was now much more comfortable; they could afford better food and clothing than before.

"As for Youxi moving back to live here in the future..." Liu Yushu glanced at Lu Youxi and then at Zhou Shuyan, "The two kids probably won’t need to come back to live for now. Plus, our lease here will be up in six months. By then, I believe with Youxi’s capability, she will certainly get a bigger house. Then Youxi will have her own room, right?"

"Moreover, having more people at home makes it lively. Aunt Xu chats and watches TV with us every day at home. There’s always the sound of conversation, making it lively and great," Liu Yushu said to Grandma Xu, "Aunt Xu, please don’t move out, okay? If Youxi is seldom at home, and if you move out too, Zhenguo and I will just be staring at each other all day, which is really boring."

Grandma Xu smiled and nodded, "Then I’ll continue to live with you. Just don’t mind having this old lady around."

"Of course not, of course not," Liu Yushu hurriedly shook her head.

"Grandma Xu!" Lu Youxue hugged Grandma Xu, rubbing her head on Grandma Xu’s arm several times, "I want to live with you forever. When I start working, I’ll support you too."

"Okay!" Grandma Xu laughed heartily, hugging Lu Youxue’s shoulders.

Respecting Grandma Xu’s wishes, Xu Jingmin didn’t say anything further.

It was enough for Zhou Shuyan to treat Grandma Xu with the filial piety of a grandchild; it was up to Zhou Shuyan to handle it.

After getting approval from Lu Zhenguo and Liu Yushu, and chatting here for a while, Zhou Shuyan left with Lu Youxi and Xu Jingmin.

The trio then returned to the Zhou Mansion.

Just now, Lu Youxi had only sat in the living room for a bit before heading to the Lu Family’s house.

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