My Happy Daily Life After Being Reborn
Chapter 157 - 2: Returning Home_2

Chapter 157: Chapter 2: Returning Home_2

She knew that both her brother and sister-in-law had made a lot of money, but the Capital was quite the place, and it definitely had many ways to spend money.

"Just listen to me," said Lin Xiaoguai, looking at the hesitant Shen Zhangming and Luo Yufang. "Grandpa and Grandma, even if for nothing else, you should consider Xiu’er’s lifelong matter. At her age, it’s time for matchmakers to come knocking. Without an adult by her side, getting deceived would be a huge issue."

Shen Zhangming and Luo Yufang suddenly realized. Yes, Xiuwa was already nineteen, and back in the countryside, many girls her age would already have two children.

"Is the money you have enough?" Although he thought of his granddaughter, he was equally concerned about his grandson and his partner.

"It’s enough. I’ve sold quite a lot of flowers in the past two years and saved a good sum of money. Grandpa and Grandma, you don’t have to worry about us," Lin Xiaoguai said with a smile.

Shen Zhangming and Luo Yufang exchanged glances and made up their minds. "Fine, we’ll move to the provincial capital." Although they were reluctant to leave the courtyard they’d lived in for so many years and didn’t want to drift further away from Yuanjiazhuang, none of that was as important as their granddaughter’s future.

Shen Minying opened her mouth as if she wanted to speak but didn’t. Although she would miss her mom, no matter how old she was, she always felt an attachment to her parents. But in the end, her niece needed her mother more, so she decided against voicing her reluctance and upsetting her mother.

The next day, Shen Chi went out to meet up with a few childhood friends from Yuanjiazhuang, and Lin Xiaoguai went to Jiang Xiaomei’s house.

"Uncle Jiang, Aunt Jiang, is Xiaomei not home?" Lin Xiaoguai asked.

Mrs. Jiang, who was kneading dough, wiped the flour from her hands and poured a cup of tea for her. "No, she said she was going to her internship."

Lin Xiaoguai nodded in understanding. Right, those who graduate from junior colleges are on a three-year program, and Jiang Xiaomei indeed should start her internship. She hadn’t thought of that.

"You’re going to the Capital for school, aren’t you?" Mr. Jiang asked cheerfully.

"Yes," Lin Xiaoguai smiled. "It’ll be more convenient to visit then."

"Well then, we’ll go together," Mr. Jiang said as he wiped off sweat.

Lin Xiaoguai was a bit surprised. "Uncle Jiang, are you planning to visit the Capital to see Xiaomei?"

"Not exactly," Mrs. Jiang said as she brought out a plate of peanut cake. "Try this, your uncle made it this morning."

She sat next to Lin Xiaoguai and said, "We’re planning to move the whole family to the Capital."

Lin Xiaoguai was taken aback, then happily said, "Has Xiaomei found a job?" She figured that must be the only explanation.

"Yes, she called us and said one of her tutors had already arranged for her. After graduation, she’ll be assigned to a new kindergarten in the Capital. This practical training is also there," Mrs. Jiang said, her face unable to hide her smile.

Mr. Jiang also beamed with joy. "I plan to wrap up my business these next few days. We’ve sold our house and when we get to the Capital, we’ll rent a place to live for a while before buying a property and starting anew. I’ve got all the money ready."

He looked at Lin Xiaoguai gratefully. If it hadn’t been for her past advice, he wouldn’t have made the nest egg that now allowed him to talk about buying a house in the Capital.

Lin Xiaoguai simply thought Jiang Xiaomei was lucky and asked, "We can only stay at home for three days at most, will you manage, Uncle Jiang?"

"We’ll make it, just waiting on you," Mr. Jiang said with a chuckle.

His words were heartfelt. Although he had ventured out in his younger days, times had changed, and there were many new things he didn’t understand, especially about going to the Capital. He felt somewhat intimidated and wanted to travel with Lin Xiaoguai and her husband.

With Jiang Xiaomei not at home, Lin Xiaoguai didn’t stay long at the Jiang’s. After insisting she have a bowl of Mr. Jiang’s wontons, she left.

At home, Luo Yufang was packing for the move to the provincial capital. Lin Xiaoguai called Shen Chi into their room and pulled out the fifty thousand yuan in cash they had withdrawn from the bank and gave it to her.

"We won’t be able to help you house-hunt this time, so take this money. Once you find a place you like, just buy it." She was a bit worried about giving such a significant sum to Shen Xiu, but compared to her elderly grandparents, Shen Xiu had no choice. Plus, she was grown up and needed to start taking on some responsibility.

"You take good care of this money, especially in crowded places like train stations. Don’t let it get stolen by carelessness." She wasn’t sure if there were still pickpockets at train stations, but she had to warn her nonetheless.

"Sister-in-law, buying a house in the city doesn’t cost that much. Five or six thousand should be enough," said Shen Xiu, trying to refuse the money.

"Just do as I say. Take it." Lin Xiaoguai stuffed the money into her hands with a firm attitude. "You’ll need money to buy appliances and furniture too. Whatever is left can be your personal savings. We won’t be around, so you should have some emergency funds."

She continued, "Since you work in a hospital in the provincial capital, choose a place close to the hospital. It’s more convenient for work. Just buy a decent house, not any random place."

Shen Xiu could only nod, not knowing what to say, her eyes brimming with tears, almost as if she was about to cry.

"Crying for what?" Lin Xiaoguai patted her shoulder gently. "We’ll see each other again. If there’s anything, just call us. And when you have holidays, you can bring Grandpa and Grandma to the Capital for a visit."

"I know. You should also take good care of yourself and Little Niangao," Shen Xiu said. As for Shen Chi, she thought her brother was such an extraordinary figure that he hardly needed any care.

"I will." After giving it some thought, Lin Xiaoguai added, "Grandpa and Grandma are getting old. Whenever possible, try to get them an annual health checkup to nip any potential issues in the bud."

After hesitating, she finally said, "Also, about your marriage, don’t rush into anything. Open your eyes wide and take your time choosing the right person. Make up your mind only when you are truly satisfied, and don’t make a lifelong decision hastily because you are too shy to speak up."

Because there was no serious mother-in-law around to say these things, Lin Xiaoguai decided to say it despite feeling awkward. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)