Wealthy Beauty in the 60s
Chapter 95 - 94: Conflicts Caused by Pursuers (Monthly Ticket 160+)

Chapter 95: Chapter 94: Conflicts Caused by Pursuers (Monthly Ticket 160+)

Wang Xiumei really lived up to expectations; Gao Jianhua was swiftly assigned as a temporary worker at Feng Zhiguang’s factory. Lin Xuebi turned even more smug, flaunting her fortune to Zheng Xianghong with an attitude that suggested Zheng Xianghong was less fortunate, just like Li Shengmei, which deeply frustrated Zheng Xianghong.

However, Xia Xiao felt that Wang Xiumei seemed quite intentional, suspecting that Gao Jiazhi and Zheng Xianghong looked down on her, leaving her feeling resentful. Thus, she got along with the folks at the Gao mansion as if she was their own daughter, and often flaunted her affection with Gao Jianhua, ah, just like a newly married couple.

The entire production team admired Gao Jianhua and shared stories of his love affair with Wang Xiumei. Xia Xiao, however, saw it as nothing but pretense.

That year was another fruitful harvest; Gao Guoqiang was promoted to an official at the county agriculture office and also served as the captain of Guangming Production Team. His responsibilities extended beyond just the Guangming team; he had to run around to other teams as well.

Therefore, things related to Guangming Production Team were gradually handed over to Gao Jiazhi, in a clear move to prepare him to take over.

Gao Jiaxing, being in high school, became even busier. His visits to Red Star Production Team lessened, and whenever Xia Xiao visited the Gao family, she would always see Gao Jiaxing studying or doing homework.

Seeing such diligence and the scholarly demeanor in Gao Jiaxing all of a sudden, Xia Xiao felt a bit of unease.

With Gao Jiaxing’s new-found diligence, it was as if Xia Xiao was watching a poor student evolve into a top scholar, or a problematic youth suddenly turning over a new leaf—definitely a cause for celebration.

That year, Xia Xiao was sixteen, but to others, she appeared nineteen, and she was just about 1.6 meters tall.

As she grew up, so did her list of suitors, which troubled Xia Xiao a lot. Moreover, many women in the village were keen to set her up, including Liu Haiguo from the Red Star Production Team.

"Xia Xiao, Liu Haiguo is here," Dong Meihua announced as she entered the dorm room.

Xia Xiao groaned while Feng Ying said, "Although Liu Haiguo is not so good-looking, he’s still a production team captain, and who knows, maybe he’ll be an official someday."

Given Gao Guoqiang had recently been promoted, becoming a production team captain had promising prospects.

But Xia Xiao never had any interest in Liu Haiguo, and her first impression wasn’t good either. Plus, he didn’t even meet her lowest standards in terms of looks, making it impossible for Xia Xiao to consider him.

If it were merely about the status of a production team captain’s wife, she’d rather pursue Li Zhenchuan. So Xia Xiao was really troubled by Liu Haiguo’s pursuit.

She was indifferent towards him initially, but now she was downright annoyed.

He frequented the Guangming Production Team, and even when she visited the Gao family, he would find a way to meet with the father and son there. Even some overly enthusiastic villagers would tell Liu Haiguo wherever Xia Xiao went, frustrating her greatly.

"Just say I’m not here," Xia Xiao said, diving into her bed, not at all wanting to face Liu Haiguo.

Her refusals were clear, but Liu Haiguo’s pursuit had become persistently annoying, making further rejections pointless.

"Liu Haiguo, you should go back; Xia Xiao will not see you," Feng Ying told him at the door of the Youth Point.

Liu Haiguo, holding a bouquet of wildflowers, handed it to Feng Ying, "Educated Youth Feng, I won’t come inside, but could you give these to Educated Youth Xia for me? I truly wish to be involved with Xia Xiao, and I’m sure she will see my sincerity."

Ignoring how the girls in the dorm were laughing, Xia Xiao continued to play dead, as if she hadn’t heard.

Shortly afterward, Feng Ying came back with the bouquet of wildflowers. "Xia Xiao, Liu Haiguo has left. He brings you flowers every three days; even though Red Star Production Team and Guangming Production Team are next to each other, they’re not exactly close. This surely shows enough sincerity."

"I don’t want them," Xia Xiao said discontentedly. "Sister Feng Ying, I’ve refused Liu Haiguo many times; could you please not accept his gifts?"

Xia Xiao was indeed very unhappy. Ever since she let Yang Xuehua get close to Secretary Li, Feng Ying had been upset, and now with Liu Haiguo pursuing her, Feng Ying had been speaking in his favor, even delivering things from him, which really displeased Xia Xiao.

"Xia Xiao, keep pretending. Out of everyone in the dorm, you have the most suitors. You dislike this one, and that one; you are just teasing a bunch of men, and that approach is not right," said Feng Ying.

Xia Xiao abruptly sat up from the bed and retorted,

"I’ve already said I’ll consider it in ten years, at least not in these coming years. I won’t be dating. Sister Feng Ying, if you’re really fond of Liu Haiguo, then go ahead with him. Don’t use me as an excuse. And since when have I been teasing these men? I’ve rejected them. We see each other all the time since the production team is only so big. You can’t expect me to stay indoors all day, not to mention I still have to work daily. You’re just making this about Secretary Li’s issue; are you that upset? If it means so much, why don’t you pursue him yourself? No one would stop you. You clearly know I don’t like Liu Haiguo, and I’ve made it clear, yet you deliberately accept his gifts to annoy me. Sister Feng Ying, you’ve gone too far."

"Feng Ying, what you said was too much. You shouldn’t have spoken to Xia Xiao like that, nor should you be delivering things on behalf of Liu Haiguo," asserted Yang Xuehua.

Feng Ying immediately glared at Yang Xuehua with annoyance, "You’re almost the secretary’s wife, and you’ve become so high and mighty, haven’t you? Xia Xiao is still your matchmaker, naturally siding with her."

"What are you talking about? My relationship with the secretary is completely proper. Feng Ying, if you keep slandering, I might have to talk to the captain," Yang Xuehua retorted, visibly flushed and agitated.

Now, Feng Ying was more unbearable than the previous Dong Meihua, weird and prickly all over. Xia Xiao was speechless. She should just pursue it herself. Resenting them made no difference, and why should she even help her chase after Secretary Li?

Predictably, the few roommates had a big fight; Xia Xiao and Yang Xuehua completely fell out with Feng Ying.

After that episode, Xia Xiao became even more reclusive, keeping to herself.

Apart from working, once she was off duty or had been to the restroom, she would immediately stay inside the dorm—not even stepping out for meals, which Yang Xuehua helped with.

Previously, Sun Yuhua had been the most aloof in the dorm, but now Xia Xiao surpassed even Sun Yuhua in being distant. It was unavoidable; some people think you’re giving them a chance if you’re nice. Xia Xiao was no longer as easy-going as before.

"Xia Xiao, with your situation, finding a partner would solve it," said Yang Xuehua.

Xia Xiao shook her head, "Finding a partner should not be done carelessly."

"I think both Gu Weiguo and Gao Jiaxing are good choices. You can consider it," Yang Xuehua suggested. "Gu Weiguo is from the same city as you, appears well-mannered and well-cultured, and matches you well. As for Gao Jiaxing, he also excels in the production team, and you two have always been close and got along well. Being together wouldn’t be a bad idea."