After Divorce: Why My Aloof Ex Starts Chasing Me?
Chapter 233 New Year’s Greetings

Chapter 233: Chapter 233 New Year’s Greetings

On the morning of New Year’s Day, a family photo was taken.

Relatives came to visit at noon, and Shen Qingqing and Jiang Zhixun welcomed them together.

Sitting side by side on the sofa, a handsome man and a beautiful woman, they were a perfect match.

"Qingqing wasn’t around for the past few years, and Zhixun was nowhere to be found. Now it’s better; you two are finally back together, and we can stop worrying."

Shen Qingqing subconsciously glanced at Jiang Zhixun, eager to know what he was doing during those times.

"When do you plan to remarry?" an aunt asked. "Will there be a banquet, or will you just get the marriage certificate?"

Jiang Zhixun said, "We will invite you then."

Those words were neither clear nor specific.

Not wanting Shen Qingqing to feel awkward, Madam Jiang explained for them, "Zhixun had an accident last year and has been recuperating. He needs to go to the hospital for an assessment later on. We’ll talk about it after that."

The aunt looked worried, "Getting the certificate isn’t much trouble. It’s better to hurry up and get it done. Qingqing is young and beautiful, and she has a good job; you don’t know how many people are interested in her, hoping to take her home."

It wasn’t something he should worry about, but Jiang Zhixun was quite concerned.

He understood Shen Qingqing’s character. If she wanted to separate, she would certainly discuss it openly and honestly with him.

Since she chose to be with him, there was no need for him to overthink.

But he was afraid of those thick-skinned people who insisted on squeezing in.

Who could guarantee there wouldn’t be another Zhou Hansheng?

He turned to look at the woman beside him, who was wearing a pink sweater paired with a skirt.

She looked lively and pretty.

Compared to when she was twenty, she had gained some maturity that made it even harder to take one’s eyes off her.

It was needless to say, there must be many people outside secretly admiring her.

Jiang Zhixun really wanted to marry Shen Qingqing, but he also respected her decision.

As of now, she showed no inclination toward marriage.

"It’s useless to have ideas; Qingqing is my girlfriend now."

The usually cold and distant man suddenly said something so straightforward, making everyone present burst into laughter.

Someone joked, "Aren’t you afraid someone will steal her from you?"

Jiang Zhixun: "That would only prove I’m not good enough."

It was his own mistake in the past that gave Zhou Hansheng the opportunity.

He’s corrected himself now, and no one can take Qingqing away!

Shen Qingqing curled her lips into a faint smile.

She was naturally gentle, and dressed softly, her smile was like a pure lily.

Beautiful and charming.

Everyone present thought, no wonder Jiang Zhixun couldn’t forget her, she truly was stunning.

With such a good lover, others... really didn’t stand a chance.

Shen Qingqing laughed, "I think he’s doing quite well, and I’m enjoying the feeling of being in a relationship. We didn’t date properly before, so now we’re making up for it."

Jiang Zhixun and Shen Qingqing had been married once before; in the eyes of their relatives, as long as they reconciled, they were a couple again.

Hearing Shen Qingqing say this, it seemed to make sense.

"Zhixun didn’t know how to cherish his wife before, but he’s improved now. Qingqing, you should keep him on his toes, so he won’t fall back into old habits."

Madam Jiang came to his defense.

She glared at the person, "Qingqing is understanding and never causes trouble without reason. If she reprimands Zhixun, it’s because he did something wrong."

She continued, "But... you know Zhixun’s temper, he’s stubborn. Now that he’s set his heart on Qingqing, he wants to live a good life with her, and surely won’t make any more mistakes."

"That’s true. Zhixun has been reliable since he was a child; he certainly won’t let Qingqing be wronged again."

The relatives chimed in one after another, keeping the discussion focused on Shen Qingqing and Jiang Zhixun.

Shen Qingqing suddenly felt that Madam Jiang’s earlier suggestion was good.

If she left when it was time to eat, she wouldn’t have to deal with the relatives anymore...

But letting Madam Jiang prepare dinner alone made her feel guilty.

After all, there were quite a few guests, and cooking was a big task.

Seeing her discomfort, Jiang Zhixun stood up and naturally pulled Shen Qingqing to her feet.

"Let’s go cook."

Someone laughed, "How can you let Qingqing cook? She just returned to the country this year; she should have a good rest."

"We still want to hear her talk about the interesting things abroad. Zhixun, you can’t steal her away from us."

Talking about things abroad would inevitably bring up Zhou Hansheng.

Shen Qingqing didn’t want to discuss that much.

Rather than chatting with all the relatives, she preferred to go to the kitchen and cook.

"We can talk about interesting things at the dining table. Let’s cook first, so we can eat early and start chatting sooner."

Leaving Madam Jiang to entertain the guests, Shen Qingqing and Jiang Zhixun went to the kitchen.

She maintained a graceful composure the entire time, showing no signs of reluctance.

The aunt sighed, "Zhixun really found himself a good wife; she’s good-tempered, has a good job, and she’s so hardworking. Girls like her are very rare and should be cherished."

Madam Jiang thought so too.

She had once considered arranging blind dates for her son to find a new wife.

But after looking around, Qingqing was still the best.

No one could compare to her!

"Qingqing is a good girl. Now that they’ve reconciled, I can finally rest easy."

Aunt: "We were also worried about Zhixun. He’s thirty-four this year, right? We feared he’d become too stubborn and remain single."

The Jiang family, with only one heir each generation, would end if he didn’t marry and have children.

"Fortunately Qingqing came back," the aunt remarked.

Madam Jiang also thought her son was lucky.

If the Zhou Family had been more competent, if Zhou Hansheng hadn’t upset Qingqing, she would certainly have become the daughter-in-law of the Zhou Family by now.

Thankfully, things took a turn, and Qingqing returned to the compound and became the daughter-in-law of the Jiang Family.

Zhixun is just lucky!

The conversation reached the kitchen, and Shen Qingqing teased Jiang Zhixun, "They’re all afraid you’ll end up a bachelor."

"Hmm, I’m afraid of that too."

Shen Qingqing raised an eyebrow, "Then why didn’t you find someone else?"

They were already separated at that time, even if Jiang Zhixun had found someone else, it would have been understandable and justified. No one would have minded.

Jiang Zhixun was slicing meat, and couldn’t stop what he was doing.

He lowered his head and playfully nudged Shen Qingqing’s forehead with his own, "Thinking of pushing me to someone else? No way!"

He was waiting for Shen Qingqing.

A year, two years...

Ten years, twenty years...

He’d wait a lifetime!

Shen Qingqing glared at him, "You always have to touch when you talk, don’t you?"

Jiang Zhixun: "I didn’t move."

He really didn’t touch her; he only moved his head.

Shen Qingqing was washing vegetables and flicked water droplets from her hand onto his face.

"Smooth talker!"

The corners of the man’s mouth couldn’t help but lift, "Thank you."

Shen Qingqing: "Nonsensical."

Jiang Zhixun explained, "If you hadn’t come back, I’d have become a bachelor, so I must thank you."

Shen Qingqing was helplessly amused but deliberately teased him, "Is it just a verbal thank you?"

She meant that Jiang Zhixun should cook something delicious for her.

The man, however, put on a pitiful face, "I also want to thank you in action. Who pushed me out the door?"

Shen Qingqing: "..."