Reborn as a Rich Woman in the Eighties
Chapter 361 - 360: How is it You?

Chapter 361: Chapter 360: How is it You?

Her son’s future partner needed to be attractive, but a prominent family background was also important.

When someone asked about his daughter-in-law’s occupation, she certainly couldn’t tell them she was a street vendor, could she?

Shao Meirou adjusted herself and pretended it was their first meeting, casually asking, "Xiaolin, what do you do for work?"

"I used to work in a factory, but I quit. Now I’m running a small business." Lin Xia didn’t explain much, as she understood the pretense of not recognizing her.

"Oh! I see!" Shao Meirou had seen some of her businesses, and although owning a company wasn’t looked down upon like it used to be, it still didn’t sound as respectable as having a stable job.

Shao Chengzhi had a good impression of Lin Xia. Upon hearing her mention a small business, he curiously asked, "Lin Xia, what kind of small business?"

Lin Xia smiled lightly and answered, "I sell clothes and cosmetics!"

"Oh? Are they sold together?" Shao Chengzhi was interested. He did not look down on those who were in business; during the war years, many businessmen had sacrificed their small family interests for the greater good. These were respectable people.

"No, two separate stores." Lin Xia felt Shao Chengzhi was approachable without any airs, and she was willing to explain a bit more.

Shao Meirou had already visited there, so she didn’t want to discuss it further but instead inquired about something that made her suspicious.

"By the way, Xiaolin! There is a girl called Xia Lin who corresponds with our Xiaozheng! Is that you?"

"That’s me!"

"Why did you write Xia Lin? That nearly caused a misunderstanding!"

Lin Xia quickly found a reason and explained, "It was just a pen name I used at the time!"

Of course, she couldn’t reveal her initial cautious thoughts.

Her older brother’s affair would definitely come to light eventually, but definitely not now.

Shao Meirou didn’t believe it; she suspected there was some reason behind it.

Lu Zheng had expected to face this question, and fortunately, they had discussed it beforehand, "Mom! We met on the train, it was just a pen name used for correspondence..."

Shao Meirou smiled softly and did not continue the discussion.

The group chatted leisurely, and the atmosphere was not oppressive.

At noon, Shao Meifang and Shao Xingbang both came home.

Shao Meifang was extremely curious about Lu Zheng’s girlfriend.

She wondered what the girl looked like to have captivated Lu Zheng.

When she saw Lin Xia, Shao Meifang was stunned.

Why did this young girl look so familiar?

Lin Xia and Shao Meifang had met several times, and although she had changed greatly, the overall contours and features of her face, especially her eyes, remained unchanged.

Lin Xia pretended to be surprised, "Auntie! It’s you?"

As soon as Shao Meifang heard her speak, she remembered, "Ah! The young girl who sold me Lingzhi! You and our Xiaozheng..." Her eyes were nearly popping out, what a twist of fate.

"What?" Shao Meirou had heard her sister talk about the stubborn girl who sold her Lingzhi but had never imagined she would turn out to be Lu Zheng’s girlfriend.

Shao Chengzhi laughed heartily, "What a coincidence! Then it’s truly not one family if not entering the same door!"

He had also heard from his second daughter about the very effective Lingzhi she had bought once.

Shao Meirou followed with a sheepish smile; if that was the case, then it seemed she had also seen Lin Xia once.

She remembered seeing her briefly at the hospital entrance, but she hadn’t paid much attention at the time.

Lin Xia blushed and smiled shyly, quietly breathing a sigh of relief, having navigated through this ordeal.

Shao Meifang sat with everyone at the dining table, feeling somewhat odd inside.

She had a deep memory of Lin Xia, the young girl she first encountered at the market buying an old hen when she had inadvertently noticed a girl selling mushrooms.

At that moment, a casual glance revealed the presence of Lingzhi mushrooms, and in her surprise, she took the girl back to the hospital, fearing she might be mistaken, and called Uncle Liao to help distinguish them.

As a result, they had a disagreement over the price, which was not pleasant.

Later, there was a serendipitous encounter; she pursued Lin Xia to buy her Lingzhi, which she did not have at the time, but later she went to the hospital and sold her a plant.

Life is truly filled with marvels, no matter how hard she thought about it, she would have never imagined that this girl would get involved with Xiaozheng and even start a romantic relationship.

Deep down, she believed it was not suitable.

Shao Meirou also felt mixed emotions, recognizing that Lin Xia had such deep connections with their family.

Watching her father smiling and talking with Lin Xia, she really didn’t know what to do.

Even if she wanted to oppose, she couldn’t show it at this moment.

Shao Xingbang, on the other hand, found it quite interesting; he ate his meal gracefully, occasionally mentioning some amusing incidents.

He realized that Lin Xia was not as naïve and innocent as her age suggested; she had much life experience and understood a lot about new things.

Everyone at the table had their own thoughts, and Lin Xia also had her considerations.

Lin Xia could see that Lu Zheng’s grandfather genuinely liked her; the old man must have been difficult in his youth but was very kind when facing her.

Lu Zheng’s uncle appeared to enjoy the spectacle but was later moved by her words, perhaps finding her different from what he had imagined.

As for Shao Meirou and Shao Meifang, the sisters exchanged glances, and Lin Xia saw their scrutinizing and dissatisfaction in their eyes.

They probably didn’t dare to act impolitely in front of Lu Zheng’s respected grandfather because of his health or prestige.

Lu Zheng was very satisfied with the current situation; regardless of what was on everyone’s mind, at least nobody openly expressed dissent.

Once everyone here approved, only his grandmother’s house remained.

That place would be where the strongest opposition was expected.

After the meal, it was Shao Chengzhi’s time for a nap.

Shao Meirou didn’t feel it was right for Lin Xia and Lu Zheng to stay there any longer; it was better if they went to her home for a visit.

Shao Meifang had work to attend to at her office, so she could not accompany them.

"Lin Xia! I have to return to my office this afternoon. Next time, let Xiaozheng take you to my house for a visit!"

"Alright, Auntie!" Lin Xia readily agreed, whether she would visit or not remained to be seen.

"Then I will take you," Shao Xingbang offered to drive them, "It’s on my way anyway!"

Before leaving, Shao Chengzhi smiled and said, "Lin Xia! After you’ve rested well, come back and visit Grandpa again!" He understood his daughter’s concerns, but some things needed to be faced.

From just talking to Lin Xia, he had realized that she was not a girl to be easily bullied.

If they truly became family in the future, there would be much time for the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law to get along.

Lin Xia politely bid farewell to Shao Chengzhi, "Alright! Goodbye, Grandpa! I’ll come to see you again!"

"Good! Good!"

Lu Zheng sat in the passenger seat, while Lin Xia and the Shao sisters took the back seat.

Shao Meirou quietly pinched her sister’s finger; the sisters had an understanding, and Shao Meifang discreetly nodded, knowing her sister would come to find her later.