The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 831 - 800: Mutual Disdain from Both Sides

Chapter 831: Chapter 800: Mutual Disdain from Both Sides

Qi Zhengmin smelled the delicious scent and kept looking toward the kitchen.

"Sister Tiantian, did you hire a chef?" Qi Zhengmin asked, knowing that Sister Tiantian’s family always cooked for themselves and never hired nannies or chefs.

She had always thought that if something could be solved with a little money, why bother doing it yourself!

"Nope, it’s my husband’s colleague," He Tiantian explained. "He can cook dishes from all over the country, you guys are in for a treat today."

Qi Zhenghan smiled and said, "Then I can try it later."

"Oh right, Yingjie was asking me yesterday when your company’s car will be ready?" He Tiantian asked. She really wanted a car to make it more convenient to take the kids out.

"Heh, it will probably take another year or two," Qi Zhenghan said. "If you need a car urgently, I can allocate one for you. You know, our company imports cars from abroad every year."

He Tiantian thought for a moment and said, "Eh, okay, get me a regular one, but with high safety ratings. I’m not after speed, but safety is a must."

"Sure!" Qi Zhenghan nodded. "I’ll sort it out."

"I don’t want an expensive car, just one that meets family needs," He Tiantian reminded him, worried that Qi Zhenghan might get her a luxury car which she couldn’t afford even with a year’s salary.

"I’ve got it," Qi Zhenghan nodded, He Tiantian was still so practical.

"When the time comes, tell me how much it is, and I’ll transfer the money to you," He Tiantian said. She had money now, and she had to give Qi Zhenghan the money, or else Huo Yingjie would start being petty again.

Qi Zhenghan chuckled and said, "The money for a car I’m giving you, I can handle. No need for money."

"No, that won’t do," He Tiantian waved her hands repeatedly. "Although a car might seem like nothing to you and giving me one might seem trivial since our families are close and it’s normal for us to give each other gifts, my father-in-law works in the government and has close contacts with your company. We have to keep the accounts clear."

He Tiantian knew her father-in-law had political ambitions and absolutely couldn’t afford to make a mistake concerning money.

"I see," Qi Zhenghan nodded, not insisting further.

Qi Zhengmin asked cheerfully, "Then Sister Tiantian, do you know how to drive? Want me to teach you?"

"I don’t," replied He Tiantian. "But Yingjie does, he will teach me. You’re so busy, I won’t bother you guys. By the way, when you went to Qijia Village over New Year’s, how were grandma and grandpa?"

"They are doing very well," Qi Zhengmin said. "They’re having a great time in the old home, walking around the village and visiting neighbors daily. I was thinking of bringing them over when it warms up, but grandma wasn’t keen on the idea."

"Heh, yes, in their hearts, Qijia Village is the best place," He Tiantian said. "The air is great, the environment is lovely, and it’s where they’ve lived their whole lives. They know everyone there and just can’t bear to leave."

"Yeah, so we go back every two months to visit her," Qi Zhengmin said with a bitter smile. "Speaking of which, the train is so slow. I’d drive, but the roads... never mind, it’s all tears!"

"By the way, our house was renovated last year, and we’re probably moving in this March," Qi Zhengmin said. "You can come over for the housewarming and bring a gift."

"You’re being straightforward. If I don’t bring something nice, I probably won’t even be allowed through your door," He Tiantian playfully scolded, teasing Qi Zhengmin.

No longer the little girl she once was, Qi Zhengmin unapologetically said, "Of course! You’ve got to put your heart into it, or I won’t be pleased, ha!"

He Tiantian recently received a large package of spring clothes sent by her mother, and Qi Zhengmin dragged He Tiantian to try on the clothes to see what this year’s new styles were like.

Qi Zhenghan could only sit alone in the living room.

He Tiantian brought out a chessboard and called over her husband.

"Yingjie, come play chess with Big Brother Qi, while Zhengmin and I have something to handle inside," He Tiantian pulled Huo Yingjie over to chat, with Yun Feng and Zhang Aijun cooking in the kitchen.

Luckily, the area boasted good public safety, there was no need for their protection.

However, Chief Engineer Sun always instructed that they must protect Huo Yingjie.

Now, Huo Yingjie was inside the house, and they could see him from the kitchen.

He Tiantian was discussing this year’s fashion with Qi Zhengmin inside the house.

Qi Zhengmin, being younger than He Tiantian, chose more lively colors and styles, while He Tiantian’s clothes were relatively more sober in color and style.

Wang Shuping really understood her daughter’s preferences and what kind of clothes suited her.

Outside, Qi Zhenghan and Huo Yingjie were playing chess.

Ten minutes later, Huo Yingjie smiled and said, "I concede."

"Haha, Mr. Huo, you are too polite; your chess skills are superb." Qi Zhenghan also smiled, "Let’s play another round!"

"Sure!" Huo Yingjie nodded, thinking, "I’ll make you cry, you pretty boy."

Eight minutes later, Huo Yingjie smiled again, "I concede again."

Qi Zhenghan knew he was no match for Huo Yingjie, put down the chess pieces, and laughed, "Your skills are superior; I can’t beat you. How about we play something a bit simpler?"

"Sure, you decide. What shall we play?" Huo Yingjie showed an innocent expression, as the host, he needed to be polite to his guest.

"Let’s play Gomoku." Qi Zhenghan said, "Tiantian must have taught you, right?"

Back in the United States, He Tiantian had taught Qi Zhengmin Gomoku, and although she hadn’t taught him, Qi Zhenghan had watched from the side and learned it; it was especially simple.

With those words, Qi Zhenghan wanted to irritate Huo Yingjie, making him think that He Tiantian had taught him how to play chess years ago.

Huo Yingjie, upon hearing this, really looked visibly moved and said, "Of course, it was me who taught Tiantian Gomoku!"

Haha, this trick really worked and got under Huo Yingjie’s skin!

He had already won the beauty over and was still showing off, feeling jealous.

Small-minded, despicable man.

"Then let’s begin." Qi Zhenghan said, as they defined the area on the board, limited the number of pieces, and started playing Gomoku.

As they played, six minutes later, Qi Zhenghan lost again.

"I concede!" Huo Yingjie smiled triumphantly.

Seeing Qi Zhenghan deflated made Huo Yingjie happy.

Qi Zhenghan squinted at Huo Yingjie and had an idea in his mind to make Huo Yingjie upset.

That idea was to pursue He Tiantian again, making Huo Yingjie anxious.

But that was just a thought.

Qi Zhenghan really didn’t want to see Huo Yingjie’s annoying face any longer. Hearing the laughter of children outside, he said, "It’s been a while since I’ve seen my nephews and nieces. I’ll go play with them."

He would rather play with the children than face Huo Yingjie directly.

"Haha, then please help look after the kids while I go to the kitchen," Huo Yingjie, who didn’t like Qi Zhenghan either, responded.

Two people equally repelled by each other.