Reborn as a Mortal Heiress Pampered by Big Shots
Chapter 143 Meeting the Parents-in-Law

Chapter 143: 143 Meeting the Parents-in-Law

Xia Ye stared at the screen, lost in thought for quite a while.

She seemed quite enthusiastic.

It seemed that in the future, she would still only be a sensible vase.

Xu He tied on her exclusive floral apron, tied up her flowing long hair, and poked her head out from the kitchen: "Little Tiangao, what did your friend say? Can they come?"

Xia Ye: "They said they would arrive at 5 PM."

Xu He said with a smile, "That’s great, then Mom will start preparing, okay?"

Immersed in preparing side dishes in the kitchen, Xu He had Wu Ma go out to buy the freshest dragon grouper, as well as other meats and vegetables.

Xia Yuzheng held a newspaper in his hand and stopped by the bar.

His wife was cooking in the evening; he really felt like drinking some wine.

He turned to Xia Ye, "Yeye, your friend is coming over tonight, right?"

Xia Ye momentarily glanced away from her video game interface, "Hmm."

Xia Yuzheng said, "Then never mind, I’ll drink another time."

Xia Ye spoke casually, "No worry, he might even join you for a drink."

What?

Xia Yuzheng paused in his steps.

High school students are drinking now?

Even if they are over eighteen, that’s quite bold.

Besides, the high school girls his daughter brought home as guests, what business had he drinking with them?

Finding his daughter’s naive thoughts endearing, Xia Yuzheng smiled and waved his hand, "Alright, Dad will go to the study for a smoke. If Mom needs help, just call Wu Ma."

Xia Ye nodded, "Okay."

Back in the study, Xia Yuzheng’s secretary made another phone call.

Yesterday, Jiang Xuan represented the Jiang Family at a Pioneer Association exchange meeting. It was said that many international tycoons attended, and not many people from within the country were invited. Xia Yuzheng had not managed to secure an opportunity this time.

He specifically assigned his secretary to find out if there were any insider tips related to flourishing industries in the next two years.

Unfortunately, the security at the Pioneer Association was tight; such crucial information wouldn’t be carelessly disclosed by the bigwigs. Hence, ultimately, the secretary didn’t uncover any useful information.

Xia Yuzheng lit a cigarette, feeling disappointed as he ended the call.

As time passed by, delightful aromas wafted from the kitchen.

When the time was just about right, Wu Ma carried the dishes to the dining room.

Xu He had made four dishes and a soup, not feeling tired at all.

The soup was still the winter melon pork rib soup from last time.

The dishes included pepper and sesame shredded chicken, blue abalone with shrimp, stir-fried square bamboo shoots, and stewed dragon grouper.

High-end ingredients often required the simplest cooking methods.

Xu He had grasped the essence right from the beginning when she learned to cook!

One must say, just the ingredients she had Wu Ma buy.

They tasted great even without any sauce!

The four dishes and one soup were set on the table, and the electronic clock on the wall showed it was 17:00. Just then, the doorbell rang precisely on time.

The servants were busy in the kitchen area, and Xia Ye went to open the door.

The man at the door was tall, from bottom to top, his shoes spotless, his trousers well-pressed and fitting, his suit sharply tailored.

He also carried two boxes in his hands.

The boxes were small, but judging from their golden, mysteriously shimmering wrapping, the contents inside couldn’t possibly be cheap.

Xia Ye: "Isn’t this... a bit too formal?"

"Is it?" Jiang Xuan saw that it was her who opened the door, and a gentle light instantly flashed across his eyes, "I think it’s okay."

Xu He and Xia Yuzheng approached the doorway from inside at the same time

Xu He: "Little Tiangao, your friend has arrived?"

Xia Yuzheng: "How come it sounds... like a male classmate?"

Both of them saw Jiang Xuan standing at the doorway, holding a gift in his hand.

With one leg stepping forward and the other not following, they were petrified on the spot.

Xia Ye introduced him briefly, "This is my friend."

Xu He’s mind raced, and when she realized what was happening, she split in two from head to toe!

The soup she had stewed for her husband... Little Tiangao had taken it to Mr. Jiang!!!

Xia Yuzheng was even more shocked.

He had just made a call to his secretary to try to find out the specific details of Mr. Jiang attending the Pioneer Association.

And now, Mr. Jiang himself was right in front of his eyes!

He had not expected his daughter’s friend to be Mr. Jiang.

His older daughter had tried her best, but only managed to add the young master of the Jiang Family on WeChat.

His naive and innocent younger daughter didn’t care for socializing but, quietly, became friends with Mr. Jiang... a ’friend regardless of age’!

Jiang Xuan entered the room, his demeanor humble, without the usual aloof aura he had at Jiang Corporation: "Forgive my intrusion, I heard Mrs. Xia cooked personally today, a small gift, please do not take it too seriously."

Xu He’s eyelid twitched, and she took it over, "Ah, Mr. Jiang is too kind."

Since he’s Little Tiangao’s friend, regardless of who it is, she would entertain them well, and as for Wang Dahai, after dinner she should have a good talk with him.

Xia Yuzheng’s attitude was even better, knowing full well how hard it was to get Mr. Jiang to have a casual meal at their home.

Even the servants couldn’t help but whisper nearby.

How long has the second miss been back?

Mr. Jiang has visited the Xia Family twice already!

At the dining table, Xia Yuzheng opened a bottle of wine he had been saving for many years: "Mr. Jiang, may I have the honor..."

Seeing him somewhat reserved, Jiang Xuan smiled warmly, "I’d be delighted to."

Anyone who was good to Xia Ye deserved his respect.

For the first time in the quietness of home, dining up close with Mr. Jiang, both Xu He and Xia Yuzheng noticed Mr. Jiang’s dining etiquette was impeccable.

He was very gracious, using his chopsticks frequently for each dish, and combining different cooking methods, he provided professional and earnest feedback.

At first, Xu He’s reactions were rather mild, but under Jiang Xuan’s relentless flattering barrage, she finally could not help but laugh.

She even said, inviting Mr. Jiang to come and taste her cooking whenever he was free.

Jiang Xuan and Xia Yuzheng sat on one side, discussing business matters, while Xu He and Xia Ye sat on another, discussing topics of interest to girls.

Xu He quietly asked her, "That Saturday, did you spend the day at Mr. Jiang’s house?"

It took Xia Ye a while to realize which Saturday she was referring to, "Hmm."

Xu He hesitated for a long time but couldn’t resist asking, "So at his house you..."

Xia Ye was frank, "Ate a lot of delicious food."

Xu He paused, then suddenly laughed.

She was still just a child.

Jiang Xuan knew Xia Yuzheng wanted to know about some information regarding the Pioneer Association, so the topics discussed were primarily about that, without any reservations.

Xia Yuzheng benefited greatly.

To everyone’s surprise, the atmosphere throughout the dinner was harmonious.

Xia Yuzheng couldn’t help but look at Xia Ye, feeling somewhat overwhelmed.

He was already extremely surprised, unaware that the most important purpose of Jiang Xuan’s visit had yet to be mentioned.

Seizing the momentum from the drinks, Xia Yuzheng said, "By the way, Mr. Jiang, I heard that your company is currently looking for a spokesperson for the new summer jewelry collection. Do you have any candidates in mind?"

He was genuinely curious about the significant figure Mr. Jiang wasn’t completely sure he could secure.

His question was right on target.

Jiang Xuan gently lifted his wine glass, "Actually, my visit today is to discuss the matter of the spokesperson with both of you..."

Xia Yuzheng and Xu He exchanged glances.

If Jiang Corporation needed a spokesperson, why did they need to discuss it with them?