Reborn as a Rich Woman in the Eighties
Chapter 374 - 373 I’m Just Helping You Button Up

Chapter 374: Chapter 373 I’m Just Helping You Button Up

"Fine! Then wait outside for me, I’ll change my clothes!" Lin Xia just wanted to hurry up and get this big Buddha out.

However, as Lu Zheng passed by Lin Xia, he suddenly hugged her and whispered in her ear, "What were you doing when I was knocking?"

Lin Xia struggled to explain, "Nothing! I was just straightening up my clothes!"

Lu Zheng feigned realization, "Oh! No wonder the buttons are done up wrong!"

Lin Xia looked down and sure enough, she had buttoned them wrong in her hurry, no wonder his gaze had been off since he walked into the room.

"Then leave quickly!"

"No! I will help you button up!" Lu Zheng said dominantly, starting to unbutton.

Lin Xia grabbed his large hand, whispering, "Lu Zheng! Stop messing around!"

The deep affection and teasing in his eyes made her inexplicably anxious.

Alone in the room, where the air was already filled with ambiguity, now he was about to make an even bolder and more ambiguous move, how could she not be disturbed?

"Xiaoxia! What are you afraid of? I’m just helping you with the buttons!" Lu Zheng said earnestly.

Lin Xia, with a hot face, silently said nothing.

How could it be just about buttoning up for Lu Zheng?

After the twists and turns they had just experienced in the morning, he had long been yearning to steal a fragrant kiss to comfort his aching heart.

Lu Zheng knew that they were going to his grandfather’s house later, and if Lin Xia’s lips looked different, they wouldn’t escape everyone’s notice.

Plus, Lin Xia was someone who easily blushed, she would definitely feel embarrassed.

While fantasies are always beautiful, when it comes down to actually doing it, one can hardly restrain themselves.

Especially when the Lin Xia in his arms was so tempting.

Lin Xia hugged Lu Zheng’s head tightly, her voice filled with urgency, "Lu Zheng!"

Lu Zheng looked up at Lin Xia, whose face was flushed exceptionally beautiful, "What is it... Xiaoxia!?"

Lin Xia avoided his heated gaze, "Lu Zheng, don’t we still need to go to your grandfather’s place?"

If they delayed any further, what would people speculate?

Lu Zheng sighed heavily, held Lin Xia tightly for a while and then finally let her go.

When Lu Zheng arrived at Shao Chengzhi’s house with Lin Xia, Shao Meirou, Lu Pengcheng, and others were already there.

"Xiaozheng! Why did it take you so long to bring someone?" Shao Xingbang looked at the complexions of the two, it was obvious something was up, and he teased deliberately.

Lin Xia, with a hot face, silently glared at Lu Zheng, blaming him.

If it weren’t for her reminder, this guy would surely have been endless...

Lu Zheng lied smoothly, "We went to buy something!" feeling quite regretful inside, thinking how great it would be if they didn’t have to come to his grandfather’s place today.

Shao Chengzhi saw the affectionate look in the eyes of his grandson and Lin Xia and was pleased, not wanting his younger son to cause any disturbance.

"Lin Xia! Come! Meet your aunt and her family!" Shao Chengzhi called to Shao Meifang and beckoned Lin Xia over.

Shao Meifang had also brought her husband, He Jinhui, and their daughter, He Yuling.

Shao Meifang, under the pressure of the old patriarch, introduced them with a faint smile on her face.

Lin Xia greeted them politely, noting He Jinhui’s ordinary looks, his thick glasses suggesting that he was a researcher.

He Yuling was a year younger than Lin Xia and was attending college.

Having heard that Lu Zheng brought a girlfriend home, she had specifically rushed back from school.

Unlike Shao Meifang, she had a favorable first impression of Lin Xia.

The two were of similar age and found quite a bit to talk about.

For girls meeting for the first time and not well-acquainted, talking about clothes, hairstyles, and such was common. Lin Xia, being in this field, found their conversation lively.

Shao Meirou, due to lack of rest as well as Lu Pengcheng’s matters, had a gloomy complexion.

Seeing her niece getting along with Lin Xia, she quietly frowned.

Lin Xia really had a way with words, able to find topics to talk about with anyone.

Meifang’s expression wasn’t good either. She had spoken those words to Lin Xia the night before, and because of Lin Xia’s magnanimity, she had unexpectedly touched her suddenly returned brother-in-law, which was completely unforeseen.

On one hand, she had to endure the complaints of Lu Zheng and his son, and on the other, she had to force a smile, unable to mention anything, feeling utterly nauseated inside.

Lu Zheng watched all this, sitting next to Lin Xia, smiling faintly as he watched her chat with his sister.

He hadn’t told his grandfather about what happened last night; the old man would definitely become angry, and anger could harm his health.

He would find his own way to ensure that Lin Xia wouldn’t be wronged.

Lu Pengcheng and He Jinhui hadn’t seen each other for a long time either, and the two got along quite well, chatting casually for a bit.

At this moment, the nanny came over to announce that the meal was ready.

Shao Chengzhi invited everyone to take their seats for the meal.

The atmosphere at the dining table was fairly harmonious. Despite whatever thoughts or opinions Shao Meirou and her sister might have held, they didn’t voice them in front of others.

After the meal, the nanny brought over cut fruit platters and hot tea.

A few people sat on the couch chatting leisurely.

Shao Chengzhi cut straight to the point, "Lin Xia! How about it? When are you marrying our Xiaozheng? I, this old man, am indeed in a hurry..."

Although he had only just met Lin Xia, he had a very good impression of her.

The young lady was strong-willed and resilient.

Most importantly, his grandson truly liked her, which could be seen from his indulgent gaze.

He was also of a great age now, having been through too much, life’s events change in the blink of an eye.

He truly feared he might not live to see the day they marry.

As soon as Shao Chengzhi spoke, it shocked everyone present.

Shao Meirou struggled to refrain from saying something unpleasant.

What on earth was wrong with her father, she truly didn’t know what kind of bewitching drug Lin Xia had given him.

Even if they were satisfied with Lin Xia, it didn’t warrant discussing marriage.

She softened her tone, "Dad! You can’t just ask people that!"

"Right, Dad! Girls are shy!" Meifang chimed in.

Shao Chengzhi glared, "Am I so old and sick that I can’t even speak my mind?"

Don’t think he couldn’t see, these two daughters were showing neglect and dissatisfaction with Lin Xia.

Shao Meirou and her sister exchanged glances, quietly sighing to themselves.

When confronted with Shao Chengzhi’s sudden proposal, Lin Xia didn’t know how to respond.

It was only last night that Lu Zheng’s mother and aunt had dropped their pretenses and spoken those words to her; how much courage would she need to nod and agree to marriage immediately?

Now, she and Lu Zheng were dating, and not being at the point of marriage was still manageable; at least she still had room to choose.

Once married, that would mean stepping into the Lu Family, becoming their daughter-in-law.

As a junior in the family, there would be many things out of her control.

What would she do about clashes and disagreements if her younger brother and sister needed her?

Lin Xia felt that unless she thoroughly thought it through, she would not put herself in a situation with no way out.

She looked at Lu Zheng, seeking help.

Lu Zheng hid the complexity in his eyes and said softly, "Grandpa! We’re not in a hurry!"

As soon as he spoke, several people present let out a great sigh of relief.