Wealthy Beauty in the 60s-Chapter 113 - 112 The Zhao Family Creates a Commotion at the Door

Chapter 113: Chapter 112 The Zhao Family Creates a Commotion at the Door

Xia Xiao’s grandparents were chatting with a few of their sons-in-law when they saw Xia Xiao. Her grandmother, with a beaming smile, praised how much Xia Xiao resembled her younger self.

Old Man Xia teased his wife for trying to flatter herself by comparing her to Xia Xiao, and the grandparents jovially bantered in front of their sons-in-law and grandchildren. Xia Xiao, watching from the side, couldn’t help but smile, feeling that this kind of affection among the older generation was truly special.

"Come, come, pick some vegetables." Li Wenjuan came out with a basket and placed it in front of Xia Xiao.

Xia Xiao and a few of her female cousins started picking vegetables while the younger kids were already outside playing, their mouths stuffed with candies.

While picking vegetables, Xia Xiao watched her playful younger siblings with a touch of a smile on her lips, thinking kids loved the New Year the most—new clothes to wear, plenty of food and fun, and red packets to receive.

"Xiaoxiao has really changed a lot, it’s almost like she’s a different person."

"Yeah, the change in Xiaoxiao is the biggest among us after not seeing her for a few years."

The female cousins were surprised by Xia Xiao’s transformation and couldn’t understand how someone could change so drastically—it would be hard to recognize her if they met outside.

Xia Xiao offered no explanations for her changes. She just smiled slightly at her cousins and handed them some candy.

In the kitchen, Li Wenxiu and Li Wenli were discussing Xia Xiao with Li Wenjuan. "A girl changes so much as she grows. Xiaoxiao didn’t seem that pretty when she was young, but now she looks just like a lovely young lady—so spirited."

"I just wonder when the educated youth will be allowed to return to the city. It would be best if Xiaoxiao could find someone in the city."

Li Wenjuan said, "I’ve been worried about the same thing. Let’s wait and see if there’s any change in policy; I too hope she can return to the city."

This comment made Li Wenxiu and Li Wenli look worried; their own children had gone to the countryside, and it was also time for them to consider marriage, but they didn’t know when they’d be able to return or if they might have to settle down in the rural areas.

After picking the vegetables, Xia Xiao carried the basket inside. Li Wenjuan suggested, "Xiaoxiao’s cooking isn’t bad, why don’t we let her take over the kitchen?"

"Xiaoxiao?" Li Wenxiu and Li Wenli were surprised and a bit skeptical, though it didn’t show on their faces.

"Yes, we had the breakfast Xiaoxiao made on the 31st, and it was quite good. Our parents have been eating our cooking for years; it might be nice to change things up this year," Li Wenjuan said.

Upon hearing this, Li Wenxiu and Li Wenli immediately agreed.

Xia Xiao didn’t mind, so she took charge of the kitchen according to Li Wenjuan’s suggestion, with Li Wenxiu and Li Wenli watching.

"Wow, Xiaoxiao has the poise of a head chef."

At Li Wenxiu’s comment, Xia Xiao laughed and shook her head. "Elder Aunt, don’t make fun of me. I’m not on the same level as you and Second Aunt; my mom just enjoyed something different for a change."

Xia Xiao knew that Li Wenxiu and Li Wenli didn’t work and were homemakers who, surely after years in the kitchen, were adept at cooking.

She didn’t think her own culinary skills were extraordinary; it was merely that she also often cooked and practice makes perfect.

Soon, Xia Xiao prepared several dishes. After tasting them, Li Wenxiu and Li Wenli couldn’t stop nodding in approval of Xia Xiao, while Li Wenjuan stood by, smiling happily.

Disabled and homebound, Weiguo had always been the object of sympathy in the hearts of his siblings, which weighed on Li Wenjuan’s heart. So, seizing the opportunity today, she let her daughter showcase her skills.

Praise for her daughter, affirmed by her elder and second sister, Li Wenjuan felt vicariously honored, happier than if the compliments were directed at herself.

Watching her grown-up daughter becoming more sensible and competent, and not to mention her Spirit-like beauty, Li Wenjuan felt extremely proud. However, she also regretted that her daughter could not return from the countryside, which filled her heart with sorrow.

Soon, a table full of dishes was ready. The granduncle looked at the food on the table and smiled, saying, "Life is getting better and better. The food this year is quite abundant."

Everyone also happily took their seats. Grandpa and grandma, seated at the head of the table, were also delighted as they looked at the dishes that were pleasing to both the eye and the palate.

"My three daughters, Li Wenxiu, Li Wenli, and Li Wenjuan, have the best cooking skills, all learned from their mother since they were young," grandpa said cheerfully with chopsticks in hand, addressing his sons-in-law. But while praising his daughters, he indirectly complimented grandma, who grinned from ear to ear and nodded continuously, "That’s right, Wenxiu, Wenli, and Wenjuan have been diligent since childhood, never causing us old folks any worry, and they know how to take care of others."

Li Wenxiu, Li Wenli, and Li Wenjuan all felt embarrassed by the praise. Wenxiu said, "Mom and dad, you’ve got it wrong this time, these dishes were all prepared by Xiaoxiao."

"Oh, Xiaoxiao made them? Then I must try them," grandpa immediately responded.

And grandma joyfully said, "Oh my, this is the first time I’m eating food cooked by Xiaoxiao."

Xia Xiao, taking the opportunity when her elder aunt, second aunt, and her mother weren’t paying attention, had added some spring water to the dishes—otherwise, she couldn’t guarantee that her cooking would suit everyone’s taste.

Whether it was the effect of the spring water or perhaps the low expectations for Xia Xiao’s culinary skills, everyone was full of praise for the meal.

However, the sudden arrival of Xia Kang caught the Xia family off guard. Xia Weiguo immediately asked, "Kang, what has happened?"

"Uncle, aunt’s family from her maternal home have come causing trouble at our place. My parents have already rushed over from grandma’s, and they asked me to come and inform you," Xia Kang said, gasping for breath.

Seeing Xia Kang’s exhausted appearance, Xia Xiao quickly served him a bowl of soup. After drinking the soup, Xia Kang caught his breath and said, "It was cousin Yuanchao who informed us at grandma’s place."

Li Wenjuan, looking at Xia Weiguo’s serious expression, said, "Weiguo, let’s hurry back home. It’s not easy to deal with elder sister-in-law’s family, and who knows if they’ve turned the old house upside down."

Xia Weiguo nodded and apologetically said to the elders, "Dad and mom, I have to go back and check on things."

Grandpa nodded, and grandma said, "Then you and Wenjuan go. Let Rong and Xiaoxiao stay here."

Xia Xiao spoke up, "Grandma, I’ll go back with my parents, and come visit you again tomorrow."

"Alright, then hurry on back," grandma didn’t insist on them staying.

With that, Xia Xiao and her family bid farewell to grandpa, grandma, and her elder and second aunt’s families, and rushed back to the old family home.

On the way, Xia Weiguo asked Kang, "Has someone notified your eldest uncle?"

"Yes, cousin Yuejin has gone to inform him. My dad knew Yuejin had gone to the furniture factory to inform the eldest uncle, that’s why he sent me here."

Upon returning to the Xia Family’s old house, they were immediately met with cries and shouts—a piercing sound that gave them headaches.

As they entered the house with everyone else, Xia Xiao saw an old woman throwing a tantrum, almost to the point of rolling on the floor.

Old Man Xia and Mrs. Xia were visibly upset; their New Year’s celebration had been disrupted by the commotion from the Zhao family, attracting curious neighbors. It put the Xia family in a very bad mood.

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