Rebirth: I Am Not the Movie Queen This Time
Chapter 255: Invitation to Play

Chapter 255: Chapter 255: Invitation to Play

Although she had been giving herself psychological guidance for a long time, telling herself that things were different this time.

This time, the appearance of these people was the Jiang Family’s way of showing their importance to her.

But faced with their feigned interest and affection, she still felt suffocated.

Feeling the strong and reliable presence beside her, and the comforting scent of sunshine between her breaths, her heart slowly filled with limitless strength.

With Jiang Kechu by her side, she could face and bravely handle all of this.

Sensing Wan Chu’er’s exhaustion, Jiang Kechu felt somewhat guilty. He reached out to gently stroke her back, wanting to offer her comfort and strength.

Wan Chu’er smiled at Jiang Kechu and said, "Uncle Jiang, with you here, as long as we are both fine, I don’t care about anything else."

Jiang Kechu: "Okay."

In such a peaceful and quiet manner, the two sat in the room, leaning on each other, savoring the tranquility of the passing time.

Through the glass, the deep autumn sunlight flooded the room with warm and bright light, bathing the two in harmony and beauty.

"Knock, knock, knock..."

After an unknown amount of time, there came a knock at the door, followed by Jiang Xiaoxiao’s voice.

"Big brother, Chuchu, it’s time to eat."

Their time alone had come to an end.

Wan Chu’er let go of Jiang Kechu, and Jiang Kechu stood up and went to open the door.

Jiang Xiaoxiao smiled and glanced at the two of them: "Mom asked me to call you guys down for dinner."

So, the three of them went downstairs. Second Aunt Jiang smiled suggestively, saying, "Xiao Chu, do you like it here a lot, especially Ke Chu’s room, to have not come out for so long?"

Her words were suspicious, as if Wan Chu’er and Jiang Kechu had been up to something unspeakable in the room.

Jiang Kechu frowned and said coldly, "Second Aunt, please watch your words."

Wan Chu’er also felt a chill inside, thinking there was something wrong with Second Aunt Jiang’s mind. It was her first visit, and as an aunt by marriage, she actually said such things.

Wan Chu’er replied with a cool demeanor and eloquent grace: "Yes, it is quite nice here."

Without a hint of shyness or awkwardness, she left Second Aunt Jiang’s plans unfulfilled, and seeing that Jiang Kechu was not pleased, it was not good to say more, so she quickly covered it up: "Let’s just eat."

At that time, Mrs. Jiang came out of the kitchen, greeting them with a warm smile: "Come, eat, and taste my cooking."

During the meal, no one stirred up any trouble, at least on the surface; it seemed harmonious and joyful.

Mrs. Jiang’s cooking was indeed good, and Wan Chu’er enjoyed the meal, making Mrs. Jiang very happy.

After eating, Wan Chu’er said her goodbyes: "Uncle, Aunt, I was happy to visit you today, but I have some things to handle and won’t stay long, so I’ll see you later."

Mrs. Jiang nodded without insisting she stay, adding, "Alright, you know the way now, so come visit Aunt often."

Wan Chu’er bid farewell to Grandpa Jiang and Grandma Jiang too. The others just nodded slightly, then followed Jiang Kechu out. Mrs. Jiang and Jiang Xiaoxiao naturally went to see them off at the door.

After Wan Chu’er and her company left the living room, Third Aunt Jiang hinted, "Ke Chu’s girlfriend is beautiful, but she seems to have a bit of temper."

Second Aunt Jiang immediately agreed, "Isn’t that the case? I feel it too."

Their voices were loud, and everyone in the living room could hear them.

Father Jiang, with a military background and a straightforward way of talking, sternly replied, "We think Xiao Chu is very good, and Ke Chu is satisfied. You two should stop gossiping about unnecessary concerns."

The implication was quite clear; if we, the principals, are satisfied, then there’s no need for the rest of you to worry about it beforehand.

Second Aunt Jiang and Third Aunt Jiang made a fool of themselves, and Second Uncle Jiang looked at his wife with dissatisfaction, while Third Uncle Jiang showed no particular reaction.

The patriarch who had not spoken much suddenly lifted his walking stick and knocked it on the floor a few times, scolding, "Women with long hair but short sight, always gossiping. Such a fine young lady is a perfect match for my eldest grandson!"

There, the head of the family had spoken, and no one else could do anything but hold their tongues.

Just then, Mrs. Jiang and Jiang Xiaoxiao finished seeing off the guests and entered the living room. Seeing the red-faced Second Aunt Jiang and Third Aunt Jiang, they knew they had been reprimanded by the old man and thought to themselves, "That serves them right," without attempting to start a conversation.

After Wan Chu’er returned home, Xiao Bai had already left to take care of company matters, and the old man and Li Shan were playing chess in the living room.

Jiang Kechu took the initiative to greet him, "Grandpa Zhong, I’ve brought Chuchu back."

The old man did not lift his head, and asked directly, "Everything went well?"

Wan Chu’er smiled and said, "Yes, Aunt Jiang and Uncle Jiang were very kind to me, and I received a lot of red envelopes."

The old man snorted, picked up a chess piece, and with a "thud" placed it on the board, thereby ending the game.

...

A week later, Wan Chu’er was sweating profusely while practicing punches in the martial arts room, and Old Sir Zhong watched as Li Shan instructed Wan Chu’er on her moves.

Then, Mrs. Zhu called from downstairs to say that a visitor had arrived.

Wan Chu’er asked who it was and, after wiping off sweat, said, "Grandpa, let’s stop here for today."

After she took a bath and went downstairs, she realized that not only Jiang Xiaoxiao was there, but Jiang Lingling was as well.

Jiang Lingling was curiously looking around the living room, with Li Shan standing beside her with a stern face, and the old man nowhere in sight, probably because he preferred not to meet guests.

Seeing Wan Chu’er coming downstairs, Jiang Xiaoxiao let out a sigh of relief. Standing next to the large figure of Li Shan was somewhat oppressive, and together with the restless Jiang Lingling, it was truly exhausting for her.

"Chuchu, we are going to a fun party and came to invite you to join us."

A party?

Wan Chu’er frowned slightly, as she did not enjoy these boring social gatherings.

Seeing her expression, Jiang Xiaoxiao hurriedly said, "Let’s go, let’s go. It’s all young people, and there are many fun activities."

At this moment, Jiang Lingling also came over, laughing, "Sister-in-law, your house is quite big, but it’s a bit too plain for my taste."

Wan Chu’er responded expressionlessly, "I like it."

Jiang Lingling: "..."

Really, it was too exasperating, but the colder Wan Chu’er acted, the more intense Jiang Lingling’s inner fear and respect for her became.

Perhaps people really are so masochistic.

After taking a moment, Jiang Lingling went on, "Sister-in-law, come out and have fun with us. There will be lots of handsome guys and beautiful women, and you can meet new people. Our cousin insisted on having you come. They were so regretful they didn’t meet you last time; if you don’t come today, our cousin said neither of us should bother attending. Also, we want to introduce you to some of our friends."

Hearing this, Wan Chu’er narrowed her eyes, recalling several individuals.

Their cousin, wasn’t that the cunning daughter from Aunt Jiang’s side?

Jiang Lingling’s friends—she wondered if that woman, who always appeared cold but had a heart like a viper, would be there.

These people, in her past life, had left her with quite a few unforgettable memories.

"Alright, I’ll go with you, but I have one condition."

Jiang Lingling asked, "What condition?"