The Kitty Became a Cutie and Was Pampered in the 80s
Chapter 984: To Beidu (6)

Chapter 984: Chapter 984: To Beidu (6)

The sweet-talking words flowed freely, making Shu Laoyezi beam with joy. He walked at the very front, holding Jiaojiao’s hand as he said with laughter, "Haha, alright then. During future winter and summer breaks, whenever you want to come, Grandpa will send someone to pick you up."

"Alright, I’ll definitely come if I have time," Jiaojiao nodded, agreeing first without elaborating on future plans for now.

Entering the middle building of the three small villas, as soon as they stepped inside, Jiaojiao felt a wave of heat rush onto her face — there was central heating in the house.

As they entered the house, a woman in her forties or fifties approached from not far away. Uncle Liang went forward and pulled her over, introducing her to them. Jiaojiao learned that she was an elder of the Shu Family, Uncle Liang’s wife, Madam Guan.

After everyone exchanged greetings, Madam Guan asked, "Master, breakfast is ready. Shall we eat now?"

Shu Laoyezi looked at Jiaojiao and the others and asked, "What do you think — do you want to rest first, or have something to eat?"

Two days and nights on the train — after such a trip, people would practically feel like they were falling apart.

"Let’s eat first. Jiaojiao has a sensitive stomach," Shu Jiao said as she removed the cloak from Jiaojiao’s shoulders and handed it to a nearby servant.

Shu Laoyezi nodded and asked Uncle Liang to lead them to the dining room, while he himself returned to his room to change his clothes.

Before eating, Shu Jiao first took Jiaojiao and the others to the washroom to wash their hands. Jiaojiao also brushed her teeth while she was there. As she brushed, she looked at the enormous mirror and spacious sink, internally marveling again at her mother’s privileged background.

In her previous life, the person who had occupied her body didn’t have this kind of luck or enjoy this kind of happiness. After her mother passed away, Shu Laoyezi didn’t hold out for much longer and passed away within two years.

Her aunt had died young, and the entire Shu Family was left with only her uncle as the sole descendant.

Her uncle had been quite kind to the person who occupied her body, but that kindness was only out of consideration for her mother. He’d send a few things each year, but nothing beyond that...

"What are you thinking about?" Seeing Jiaojiao zoning out after brushing her teeth, Shu Jiao let out a laugh, setting down the brush she had just used to tie up Jiaojiao’s ponytail.

Jiaojiao turned and hugged her waist, tilting her head up and saying, "Mom, have I ever told you that Jiaojiao loves you very much?" Having grown up pampered in such a family, Jiaojiao truly couldn’t imagine what kind of firm resolve her mother must have had to return to the Ruan Family. After all, in Xiahe Village, many educated youth who regained the chance to return to the city had left without hesitation. Some even abandoned their spouses and children. None of them had a background like her mother’s.

Shu Jiao froze for a moment, then her eyes reddened. She lowered her head and kissed Jiaojiao’s forehead. "You’ve told me before. Mom loves Jiaojiao too."

Jiaojiao laughed, offering no explanation as to why she suddenly said such a thing, and hugged Shu Jiao again.

When they went out, Shu Laoyezi and the others were already seated. The dining table was brimming with delicious food, both Western and Chinese styles.

When Jiaojiao returned, Shu Laoyezi first served her a small piece of cake, then invited everyone else to eat.

Jiaojiao was genuinely hungry, eating a piece of cake while sipping on milk.

Midway through the meal, Liang Wei’an walked in from outside. First, he nodded politely to everyone, then he walked up to Shu Laoyezi and handed over a red invitation card.

Shu Jiao casually asked, "Who’s it from?"

Liang Wei’an replied, "From the Xin Family. The Xin Family’s young lady is turning ten years old—her birthday banquet is in three days."