Reborn as a Rich Woman in the Eighties
Chapter 362 - 361: How Could I Dislike It?

Chapter 362: Chapter 361: How Could I Dislike It?

In fact, Shao Meifang really had too many opinions to express about Lu Zheng’s girlfriend.

But obviously, it wasn’t suitable to voice them in front of the old man, and now in front of Lu Zheng, it also wasn’t appropriate.

They could only talk between themselves in private.

Halfway, Shao Meifang got out of the car.

Lu Zheng sat in the passenger seat but kept looking back in the rear-view mirror at the two important women in his life.

The atmosphere inside the car was oppressive. Shao Meirou thought for a moment before speaking up, "Xiaolin! Actually, Xiaozheng had already mentioned you to me before! Seeing you today, you really are beautiful!"

Lin Xia replied modestly, "Aunt Meifang! You flatter me!"

"Not at all! Don’t be modest! But how come you went straight to the old man’s place?"

Shao Meirou looked towards Lu Zheng at the front, her tone carrying a hint of surprise, "Xiaozheng! This is where you did wrong. Wasn’t I at home? Why didn’t you bring her to our house first?"

The situation had become quite tricky, and even if she was dissatisfied with the girl beside her, she had to think carefully about how to handle it.

After all, the old man wasn’t in good health, and it seemed obvious that Lu Zheng was especially fond of and willing to be with her.

Lu Zheng didn’t explain but naturally admitted his error, "Mom! I wasn’t considerate enough!"

The reason he went to his grandfather’s place was that he had multiple considerations. If he had brought her directly home, it certainly would have been a different scene.

"Alright! Since things have already gotten to this point, there’s nothing left to pick on!"

Of course, Shao Meirou couldn’t say too much to Lin Xia in front of her son, so after a bit of small talk, she fell silent.

Lin Xia was happy for the quiet; indeed, she didn’t know what to talk about with her future mother-in-law.

Shao Xingbang was driving the car steadily while keeping an eye on the commotion, a smile tugging at the corner of his mouth.

Upon entering the compound, Lin Xia was seeing such a place for the first time and couldn’t help but look around curiously, which Shao Meirou noticed with a flicker in her eyes.

When they arrived in front of the second-floor entrance to Lu Zheng’s house, Shao Xingbang waved goodbye before driving off.

At that moment, Lin Xia became even more acutely aware of the gap between her and Lu Zheng.

Shao Meirou, still quite cordial, made way, "Xiaolin! This is our home, come on in!"

Lu Zheng took out the gift box Lin Xia had prepared, and he seized the moment to give Lin Xia a look to ease her nerves; Lin Xia quietly returned the smile.

Their exchange of glances didn’t escape the eyes of Shao Meirou, who was intently observing them.

In her heart, she sighed inwardly. What was so good about Lin Xia?

How had she caught her son’s eye, and now even swayed her own father?

She was very aware that if the old man agreed, her opposition would create what kind of obstruction.

But she believed that if she were determined, she would certainly find a way to make Lin Xia back off.

After all, the glaring disparity between their two families was there for all to see.

Shao Meirou knocked on the door, and a middle-aged woman wearing an apron came to open it.

When she saw Lin Xia, she was slightly taken aback, but quickly recovered and went to find them slippers.

Lin Xia took the opportunity to survey Lu Zheng’s home. The house had two floors with a large area, and right at the entrance was a spacious living room, its overall decoration simple and elegant.

After changing into slippers, Shao Meirou instructed, "Xiaofeng, make some tea!"

"Okay!"

Lu Zheng and Lin Xia sat on a long sofa, with Shao Meirou sitting on the other side.

She looked at Lin Xia with a gentle smile and said, "Xiaolin! You see, I also didn’t know you would be coming, and I hadn’t prepared anything in advance."

"But since you’re already here and we have a place for you to stay, just tidy up a bit. Don’t disdain it!"

However, what she thought was that if Lin Xia was a sensible person who knew restraint, she definitely shouldn’t rashly move in.

But it was hard to predict such things; what if she just went with the flow and agreed?

"Auntie! You’re too kind! How could I disdain it! But it’s not necessary to trouble yourself, I’ve already booked a hotel!" Lin Xia replied neither humble nor arrogant.

She felt it wasn’t good to stay at Lu Zheng’s home.

Had it not been for Lu Zheng’s younger uncle who picked her up, she might have insisted on booking a room before visiting his grandfather.

Shao Meirou didn’t show her true feelings in front of Lu Zheng; instead, she was very enthusiastic, "It’s no trouble at all! It’s totally fine! It’s not suitable for a young lady like you to stay in a hotel—too worrisome! I think it’s better if you listen to me and stay with us!"

Lin Xia, however, didn’t want to stay at her place.

Because a woman’s intuition is often accurate, she knew that Lu Zheng’s mother didn’t like her very much.

"Thank you, auntie, but I really shouldn’t stay at your home! The hotel is very safe!"

Their relationship was not yet recognized, so what did it mean for her to stay at Lu Zheng’s house?

Where could she be more relaxed and comfortable than staying outside?

Besides, she came here this time not just to meet Lu Zheng’s family, but also to perhaps buy some things and ship goods back, which would be even better.

"Well then, okay!" Shao Meirou did not insist, as in her heart she certainly did not hope for Lin Xia to stay in her own home.

What would the people coming and going in the courtyard think? What would they say?

However, in front of her son, she had to act this way.

After chatting idly for a while, Lu Zheng said, "Mom! I’ll take her to the hotel to rest first!"

Shao Meirou smiled warmly, "That’s good! Xiaolin, you go back and rest properly!!

We’ll go eat dinner together later when I’ve made a reservation!"

Lunch was hosted by her father, and since Lin Xia was here, she definitely had to return the invitation, but she didn’t want to arrange it at home.

Lin Xia followed local customs and went along with any arrangements, "Okay! Then auntie, I’ll be leaving first!"

"Good!" Shao Meirou escorted the two to the door. Lu Zheng and Lin Xia walked a little distance before they shared a knowing smile.

Lu Zheng said with a faint smile, "How is it? My family isn’t as scary as you thought, right?"

He had noticed how nervous Lin Xia was before.

Actually, he also understood that, except for his grandfather, the others might not agree to their relationship.

But he had brought her here anyway, to let everyone know that he, Lu Zheng, was taken.

And, no one was likely to oppose them outright.

Lin Xia looked around the courtyard and nodded lightly, "It’s okay! Not as bad as I imagined! Grandfather and my younger uncle are both nice..." As for Shao Meifang and Shao Meirou, it was too early to say.

It was normal for them to disagree with her relationship with Lu Zheng. She was prepared for this, and as long as they didn’t play dirty, with everything out in the open, she wasn’t afraid.

Lu Zheng turned his head and asked the silently walking Lin Xia beside him, "Xiaoxia! Are you tired?"

Lin Xia shook her head with a smile, "Not tired!"

Lu Zheng raised his hand wanting to ruffle her hair, but considering the setting, he restrained himself, "Don’t worry! Our matter, none of my family is a problem!"

Lu Zheng knew there might be some difficulty from his grandmother’s side, but his romantic issues were not something his relatives could decide on.

Lin Xia sighed softly in her heart as she looked at the distinguished-looking Lu Zheng walking by her side, "Lu Zheng! I’m not worried! It’s just that I feel there are indeed many differences between us!

Look at what kind of family you come from, and then look at mine?"