Reborn in the 80s: The Smart Wife with a Secret Space

Chapter 711: Chapter 711: Alarms Ringing

Mr. Zheng tightened his grip on the armrest of the chair: "Are you saying Jingzhong’s adoptive father, Guan Dabiao, is gone? He and the youngest son of the Guan Family went to live with his aunt’s family. Now Jingzhong is gone, but he left behind a pair of children, is that correct?"

Zheng Family’s second son nodded: "Yes, because both families had previously left the village. I heard that our third brother’s current adoptive father, Xiao Yongqing, later followed the railway engineering team and left, taking the whole family with him. I’ve recently asked around and found some clues, but there is no concrete news yet."

Mr. Zheng could never have imagined that the youngest son he and his wife constantly worried about had passed away so early. This news twisted his heart with pain: "This matter, we few should know about it only; let’s not speak out. I’m afraid your mother won’t be able to bear it."

At this point, Zheng Yuezhong, who had been silent, also spoke seriously: "Second Brother, tell me the specific details later, and I’ll have someone help inquire as well. Now that our third brother is gone, we must find his pair of children."

Zheng Yuzhe also added: "Uncle is right."

They discussed for a while longer, then left the study and went their separate ways.

*

He Jinxuan packed his things before dawn and was ready to head out.

He had received permission from his future father-in-law to join their New Year’s Eve dinner, so naturally, he needed to go early and make a good impression.

Additionally, he wanted to take advantage of tonight to set a date for their engagement, so he could arrange a time for his parents to visit.

Just as he opened the door, he saw someone standing outside: "Mr. Zheng?"

Zheng Yuezhong looked at the bundles and bags in He Jinxuan’s hands: "Are you going out?"

He Jinxuan nodded to him: "Yes, come in."

Then he turned and led him into the living room.

After a few pleasantries, Zheng Yuezhong got straight to the point: "I’m here today to give you the remaining payment for that wild ginseng, and also to bring some New Year’s gifts, as a token of my appreciation.

If it weren’t for you all, my mom would have been in trouble. The Zheng Family remembers this favor."

He Jinxuan genuinely didn’t want to claim credit for this, but Xinyan’s words still echoed in his ears, so he swallowed his words.

Zheng Yuezhong handed over a bag of money: "Here’s the remaining six thousand. Please count it."

He Jinxuan took the money and counted it: "No mistake, exactly right, everything settled."

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Zheng Yuezhong left.

Looking at the special supply of cigarettes and alcohol brought by Zheng Yuezhong, he understood Xinyan’s intention even more.

He has the An Family behind him. If there’s really an issue, they wouldn’t hold back. But since Yanyan wants to give him this credit, he accepted it, but didn’t intend to use it.

The reason Xinyan let He Jinxuan take charge of this is because it’s most suitable this way. First, he’s from East Province, has many contacts, saying the ginseng was found through friends is very reasonable.

Second, the Zheng Family already owes her a favor. Having one more favor doesn’t change much. It’s better to assign this favor to Jinxuan, so if anything unexpected occurs, the Zheng Family can lend a hand. Of course, whether it will be used or not is another matter, but at least with this favor there, if something happens, it’s easier to open his mouth.

When He Jinxuan brought gifts in advance, he saw his future father-in-law leading his just-returned future mother-in-law, talking about something on the side.

As he entered, both of them looked towards him.

He greeted his future father-in-law: "Uncle, I’m here."

At the same time, he nodded to Gu Wanqing: "Auntie, hello."

That day, Gu Wanqing was only concerned with catching up with family and didn’t have the chance to closely observe her daughter’s boyfriend.

After exchanging brief pleasantries, He Jinxuan prepared to advance with his gifts, but heard Gu Wanqing ask: "Your name is He Jinxuan, right? How long have you been seeing Yanyan?"

He Jinxuan paused cautiously: "Yes, it’s been almost a year?"

For some reason, He Jinxuan suddenly felt a bit nervous; after all, they’ve known each other for a year, estimating a year in relationship terms should be fine, right?

Then his future father-in-law interjected: "If there’s anything to say, let’s talk inside."

Hearing this, He Jinxuan couldn’t help but feel grateful to his future father-in-law, but just as he cast a grateful glance, he saw his future father-in-law softly say to his future mother-in-law: "It’s too cold, don’t catch a chill, you’ve been outside for quite some time."

Seeing this scene, He Jinxuan instantly felt embarrassed. He thought he was being saved from the awkwardness, but his gratitude was misplaced.

He had finally managed to win over Xinyan, but halfway through, here came a prospective father-in-law. The future father-in-law had barely come around, and now a formidable mother-in-law appeared, putting him on high alert.