Rebirth 1983: Building My Business Empire
Chapter 400 - Chapter 400 Chapter 389 The House is Coming Back

Chapter 400: Chapter 389: The House is Coming Back Chapter 400: Chapter 389: The House is Coming Back The Feng Shui Master calculated the date for relocating the grave to be the nineteenth day of the sixth lunar month, which was July 25th by the solar calendar. Lu Jiaxin’s classes ended on July 16th, and after arranging everything in Hong Kong, she flew back to the Forty-nine City.

Having called Aunt Mei in advance, she immediately saw Xing Zifeng waiting outside upon exiting the airport.

Upon seeing Lu Jiaxin and her party, Xing Zifeng stepped forward and greeted them in Cantonese.

Lu Jiaxin smiled and said, “Just knowing some basic phrases is not enough, I need to continue studying.”

“Yes, boss.”

As she had expected, after living here for a month, Gu Xiuxiu no longer wished to return to Hong Kong. Although the material conditions here were not as abundant as in Hong Kong, the house was spacious, and when her mind was clear, she would go to Shichahai or nearby parks for a stroll. Being advanced in age, she feared loneliness. Shichahai and the parks were bustling with people, and she was happy just sitting there and doing nothing.

Upon arriving home, Lu Jiaxin first went to see Gu Xiuxiu. She thought Gu Xiuxiu would not recognize her again, but surprisingly, as soon as she entered the room, Gu Xiuxiu called her to sit by her side.

Holding Lu Jiaxin’s hand affectionately, Gu Xiuxiu said, “Jiaxin, why have you lost weight again? It’s important to study and make money, but you must look after your health too.”

Lu Jiaxin found it both funny and frustrating; she had put on six pounds from eating out every other day with Nie Zhan since the holidays had started. However, she was used to it as her grandmother would say she had lost weight every time she came home during university breaks.

Gu Xiuxiu said, “Jiaxin, you’ve been working hard these days.”

Lu Jiaxin was somewhat surprised to find her mind so lucid. “It’s not hard. I’m learning while practicing, and it’s quite interesting.”

After talking for a bit, Gu Xiuxiu noticed her tired expression and didn’t continue the conversation: “You should go rest right away, and we can talk more later.”

Returning to her own courtyard, Lu Jiaxin took a shower and then called for Aunt Mei, “Auntie, do you know why grandma’s mind is so clear now?”

Previously, she had wanted to try traditional Chinese medicine and managed to schedule an appointment with a renowned doctor. She asked Aunt Mei to take Gu Xiuxiu there. They went and got the medicine, but because it was too bitter, Gu Xiuxiu, who was losing her mind, stubbornly refused to drink it, breaking more than ten bowls in the process. With no other choice, they continued with Western medication.

Aunt Mei nodded and replied, “Ever since the old lady came to the Forty-nine City, she’s had more lucid moments than in Hong Kong, and the doctors say it’s because her mood has improved.”

There’s no cure for her illness, but having longer lucid periods was still a good sign.

Lu Jiaxin nodded, “Since Auntie enjoys going out, take her out on good weather, or hire someone to perform storytelling or opera at home.”

Aunt Mei’s face lit up with joy, “When the old lady doesn’t go out, we invite performers home. Whether it’s storytelling or opera, she enjoys it very much.”

After saying this, Aunt Mei hesitated before suggesting, “Miss Cousin, if possible, let the old lady stay here. I’ve heard that there’s heating here in the winter, and the spacious house is suitable for listening to storytelling and watching opera.”

Not just the old lady but Aunt Mei and Aunt Hong, too, enjoyed storytelling and opera. A Yue opera teacher even taught them how to sing, and although they didn’t learn very well, they were very happy. This was something they couldn’t experience in Hong Kong.

It seemed they were somewhat reluctant to think about returning to Hong Kong, and Lu Jiaxin responded with a smile, “We can discuss this when winter comes. If Auntie can adapt to the climate here, then she won’t go back; if she can’t, then she must return, and we can come back again next spring.”

Aunt Mei nodded repeatedly.

Lu Jiaxin woke from her nap to hear Shanzi and Da Mai waiting in the living room with three children. She had informed Second Sister-in-law Lu before coming back, so it wasn’t surprising that the couple came over.

Even though Shanzi was seven years older than Lu Jiaxin, he still felt nervous seeing her, “Aunt, Auntie…”

Da Mai was also influenced by him, stuttering as he called out “aunt.”

Lu Jiaxin burst into laughter, “Why are you so frightened? I’m not a tiger that can eat you up.”

Da Mai felt a bit embarrassed and then pushed the two children standing beside him to the front: “Niuniu, Gou Dan, this is your great-aunt, quickly greet her.”

Niuniu crisply called out “great-aunt,” and Gou Dan, who was only three years old, also managed to say it in his bumbling way.

The first time Lu Jiaxin went to her old home, Niuniu called her a great-grandmother which she was not accustomed to, but now she had already adapted. She waved towards the two children, “Come here to your great-aunt.”

Niuniu, holding Ziyu’s hand, went up to her, “Great-aunt, you’re looking prettier and prettier.”

Lu Jiaxin laughed out loud, what a sweet talker. Before coming here, she had prepared gifts for the three children, a Peace Lock for each one.

Da Mai was stunned when he saw Lu Jiaxin take out the gleaming Peace Locks, and as soon as he came back to his senses, he hurriedly stepped forward to stop her: “Aunt, aunt, this is not right, it’s too valuable.”

Lu Jiaxin said with a smile, “What’s wrong with that? It’s just a little token of affection. In Hong Kong, it’s customary for elders to give gold jewelry to newborns.”

Of course, only wealthy families can afford to give gold jewelry.

After Da Mai left with the three children, Lu Jiaxin asked with a smile, “How is it? Are you getting used to living in the staff housing compound?”

After Lu Shan was adopted, Lu Hongjun made Huang Jianjun and his wife move out of the staff housing compound, but it seemed as if these two people did not hear it at all.

When Second Sister-in-law Lu found out, she and Lu Jiazong took Lu Shan and Lu Yun couple to the staff housing compound after they got off work.

Upon seeing their arrival, Huang Jianjun and his wife immediately closed the door.

Lu Jiazong directly led his two sons to kick the door open, then dragged Huang Jianjun and his wife out of the house, and threw all their belongings outside. Because the commotion was so violent, someone called the police and officers arrived at the scene.

Second Sister-in-law Lu wasn’t afraid, she explained the entire situation to the police and then presented the agreement initially signed between father and daughter, clarifying that the house was for Lu Hongjun’s family to live in. Huang Jianjun and his wife were staying there because they wanted to occupy the house, something she certainly did not agree with.

The house was allocated to Lu Hongjun by the department store, and the police brought him in. Second Sister-in-law Lu, to prevent him from being biased towards Huang Jianjun, directly relayed what Lu Jiaxin had said before. If the house was not given to Lu Shan’s family, then they should vacate the Chaoyang District house for them to live in.

Lu Hongjun had intended to give the house to Lu Shan all along, but Tang Sufen was the obstacle. Now with Lu Jiaxin’s words, he naturally followed Second Sister-in-law Lu’s suggestion and confirmed that Lu Jiaxin was in charge of the house.

Also because of Lu Hongjun’s clear stance, Huang Jianjun and his wife moved out of the staff housing building that very night. Since Huang’s two rooms were occupied by Huang Jianshe and his mother-in-law, the couple could only move to Chaoyang District to live with Lu Hongjun.

Big Uncle Lu and Big Aunt found out about the situation the next day and successfully drove the couple out.

Tang Sufen, living together with Lu Hongjun, thought she had him under control, never having imagined that while Lu Jiaxin was easy to deal with, the main branch of the Lu family was like bandits; she was simply no match for them. Also, because of the consecutive setbacks, she fell ill from anger.

Lu Shan said with a smile, “The rooms in the staff housing building are bright and spacious. The vegetable market is right next door, and there’s a bus stop right outside; it’s incredibly convenient.”

He had never dreamed that one day he could live in an apartment. For the first few days after moving into the staff housing compound, he and Da Mai always felt as if they were dreaming, and from time to time pinched themselves to prove it wasn’t a dream.