The Kitty Became a Cutie and Was Pampered in the 80s
Chapter 325 Preparing the Banquet (6)_1

Chapter 325: Chapter 325 Preparing the Banquet (6)_1

Xiu Jianlin chuckled fawningly upon hearing the words and kept bending down to apologize before finally turning to pull the passed-out Liu Mei from the ground. Just as he reached the stairwell, he spotted Xiu Xi standing between the floors.

Xiu Xi’s features had always been good-looking, and when he was born, many commented on the child’s attractiveness.

After Xiu Xi’s mother died, nobody took care of the boy. Starved to an unrecognizable state under Liu Mei’s care and without a single decent piece of clothing, even the best of features were wasted on him.

But now, after being raised by the Ruan Family for over three months, he had undergone a complete transformation. Flesh had grown on his body, which was fair and tender; he dressed in fine clothes and had grown significantly taller. With features still so delicate, he looked as pretty as a Nian Hua on the wall. It had been a very long time since he had seen him, and seeing him now was so unexpected that he could hardly recognize him.

He opened his mouth, as if wanting to say something, but when met with Xiu Xi’s gaze that regarded him as a stranger, he silently pursed his lips, bowed his head, and hoisted the unconscious Liu Mei onto his shoulders. He left the Ruanlin Family with his head down, followed by Xiu Cheng who exhibited the same motion, also burying his head, his expression indiscernible.

Once this family of three had left, the others looked at each other. Ruan Xia from the Second Uncle’s side came over and, with a smile, spoke fawningly, "Auntie, don’t be angry anymore. It’s not worth spoiling your health on such a fine day. Besides, look at that wall—with its bright red expanse, doesn’t it symbolize that your family’s days will become increasingly prosperous?"

Despite feeling angry inside, the matriarch from the Ruanlin Family never took her temper out on unrelated people. Hearing this, she glared playfully at Ruan Xia, "You sure have a way with words. When did your tongue become so sweet?"

"Hahaha, since Auntie thinks I’m so sweet-spoken, how about a few more cigarettes?" laughed Ruan Xia, jokingly.

His laughter eased the atmosphere in the room, and the others joined in with congratulatory remarks, teasingly encouraging the Ruanlin matriarch to hand out a few more cigarettes.

The Ruanlin matriarch laughed and, not keeping a stern face, was generous. Without a second word, she went inside to fetch cigarettes, giving one more to each person, and Du Qing also brought out some sunflower seeds, peanuts, and candy, handing out a handful to each female guest.

As for the bloodstains on the wall, they would have to wait until after the guests had dispersed to be repainted in the evening with the remaining cement.

The children playing outside rushed in as they saw more candy and sunflower seeds being distributed.

Ruan Jiaojiao, worried that Du Qing couldn’t handle the crowd alone, picked up a small basin and also helped hand out treats to the children.

For the children of the Sixth Brigade, today was almost like the New Year. Usually unable to enjoy such snacks, they only got sunflower seeds and peanuts during New Year’s. Today, each of them received two handfuls and, with an average distribution, three candies each. Those who were on good terms with the Ruan Family’s kid even received four or five candies.

As Ruan Jiaojiao was handing out candy and sunflower seeds to the children, she paused when she came across Xiu Xun.

Xiu Xun, probably dressed in his best clothes today, stood in front of Ruan Jiaojiao somewhat shyly, too embarrassed to reach out for the candy and seeds.

Having mostly let go of any ill feelings towards him, Ruan Jiaojiao saw his hesitation and urged him with a smile, "Come on, take them. My hand is getting tired."

At that, Xiu Xun quickly extended his hand, but fearful that it was dirty, he vigorously rubbed it on his clothes a couple of times before presenting it to her.

As Ruan Jiaojiao watched his series of actions, she felt a sourness in her heart, finding him rather pitiable. After handing him a handful of sunflower seeds, she grabbed another, along with seven or eight pieces of candy for him.