Chapter 344: Is She Made Of Paper Or Clay?
Lu Qiaoge curled her lips, feeling quite satisfied in her heart.
My capabilities are my own, but your attitude must be right.
However, in this regard, Qin Hengzhi had always done very well.
Whether at the Bai Family or the Qin Family, he always took care of her emotions.
This man appeared truly aloof on the outside, especially his gaze, which made him seem very unapproachable.
But once you truly entered his heart, you would discover that he was very gentle, thoughtful in his actions, and although very smart, he gave unlimited indulgence to some of her behaviors, without the habit of prying relentlessly, and without the current male mindset that if you’re dating me, your future is tied to mine, I need to plan for you, you have to listen to me, or instill ideas of filial piety to his parents and taking care of the family.
Of course, if he were like that, they wouldn’t have made it to today.
Qin Hengzhi gave her unlimited space and indulgence, so naturally she wouldn’t be stingy either.
She said very seriously: “Don’t mind it, it’s really no big deal.”
Qin Hengzhi’s expression grew even softer, and he said in a low voice: “When you set off for Guangcheng, I’ll first return to Jiangcheng, handle official business, and then follow the special train transporting products from the three northern provinces to Guangcheng, which includes Zhen Xi’s handicrafts order.”
Lu Qiaoge hadn’t expected Qin Hengzhi to travel with the special train.
Thinking about it carefully, having him there would save a lot of trouble.
Especially for the handicrafts and instant noodles, these were the new products she wanted to promote.
The two arrived home at three o’clock in the afternoon.
Grandma Qin was organizing flower pots in the courtyard, her face not looking too good.
There were many flowers on the flower stands in the courtyard.
Roses were the most numerous, in several colors, and they were blooming vibrantly.
Some were potted landscapes placed individually on wooden flower stands, and there was one pot of orchid, though it wasn’t blooming.
The flower pot in Grandma Qin’s hands was a monarch orchid.
Seeing that the flower stand area was a bit messy, Qin Hengzhi casually started organizing it.
Lu Qiaoge, however, looked at that yellowish monarch orchid and suddenly remembered that people in this era really liked monarch orchids, and after the reforms, they were hyped up to sky-high prices.
Many people wanted to get rich, but ended up losing everything.
It was only then that the mythologized monarch orchid returned to normal.
Lu Qiaoge asked: “Grandma Qin, is this a monarch orchid?”
Seeing Lu Qiaoge, Grandma Qin had already regained her gentle expression, but upon hearing the question, she still said heartbrokenly: “Yes, it was about to bloom, but it suddenly wilted. I really only suit hardy flowers; I can’t keep such a delicate monarch orchid alive.”
Lu Qiaoge said: “The temperature dropped a bit last night; maybe it got frostbitten. With good sunshine these past couple of days, it might recover.”
Grandma Qin came to a sudden realization and smiled: “Right, it did feel a bit cold last night. Then we’ll wait and see.”
Then she asked Lu Qiaoge with a beaming smile: “Where did you two go playing today?”
She was going to the Cao Family soon to find Cao Jing, and Lu Qiaoge had no intention of hiding it from the Qin Family members.
So she followed Grandma Qin’s topic and mentioned the news provided by Zhen Xi, telling her that she and Qin Hengzhi had gone to Sub-district 5 to check files, where they found that Cao Jing of the Cao Family and Second Aunt Lu Yun had once been at the same health clinic, so she planned to go to the Cao Family shortly to ask Cao Jing about Second Aunt.
Grandma Qin had thought Lu Qiaoge was going to tell her about the places they played and the food they ate, but it turned out to be this.
Stunned for a moment, Grandma Qin quickly came back to her senses and said: “Cao Jing won’t be back until after five in the evening.”
At this point, Grandma Qin paused, then continued: “But you two should be psychologically prepared. That… Cao Jing never mentions her time in the military. We once found it strange too. Her mother said she saw a doctor, something called postwar psychological trauma, and she stayed in the hospital for several years. The Cao Family members may not agree to you asking Cao Jing.”
Grandma Qin thought for a moment and added: “There are many people with postwar issues, and this is the first time I’ve seen someone like her, but it doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist; it’s just not widely known. How about this: I’ll go with you in the evening.”
Lu Qiaoge said: “We found her name in the files this morning; it’s just a casual ask. If she knows, great; if not, no big deal.”
Grandma Qin frowned: “This isn’t a small matter. If that person really is your Second Aunt, then…”
Grandma Qin didn’t say the rest.
Because if it really was true, the issues involved would be significant.
Figuring this out would actually be quite troublesome too.
Lu Qiaoge didn’t say more, and Grandma Qin didn’t press, also because this was when Qin Ruixue arrived.
Her work unit was a school; she could paint and was an art teacher at a high school.
Schools now had no pressure from the college entrance examination and were relatively relaxed.
Everyone noticed her as she walked over.
Qin Hengzhi had swept the ground clean and originally wanted Lu Qiaoge to go rest, but based on his understanding of Qin Ruixue, she would definitely seize the opportunity to start attacking.
Grandma Qin acted quickly, pulling Qin Ruixue outward and saying: “Perfect timing that you’re back. Come on, let’s go buy vegetables.”
Qin Hengzhi: “…”
Actually, there was no need to pay her any mind; pretending not to see her was best.
He didn’t move, and neither did Lu Qiaoge.
It wouldn’t be polite to enter the living room without greeting at this point; it would seem like avoiding the plague.
Moreover, if they really got married and really moved to Beidu, could they avoid this person every single day?
Besides, why avoid her?
That wasn’t Lu Qiaoge’s style.
Qin Hengzhi saw Lu Qiaoge’s eyes sparkling.
For some reason, he suddenly laughed.
Hmm, he had realized a truth: many times, he didn’t need to speak up or counterattack for her; just letting Qiao Ge play was fine.
Indulgence was actually a form of support too.
As expected, much like several people had thought, once Qin Ruixue was dragged out by Grandma, she immediately flipped her face, her expression darkening, and she shook off Grandma Qin’s hand. Standing at the main door, she said in a sarcastic tone: “Grandma, what are you doing? I haven’t even entered the main door or opened my mouth, and you’re already chasing me away? Are you really afraid I’d hurt your precious future granddaughter-in-law? What’s this, is this little girl made of paper or molded from clay, so fragile she can’t be spoken to, looked at, or touched?”
Grandma Qin angrily scolded: “You brat, what kind of talk is that?”
She hurriedly looked at Lu Qiaoge; the little girl was only nineteen years old, and facing such accusations, she might inevitably be scared or feel aggrieved.
Unexpectedly, Lu Qiaoge’s expression didn’t change.
Her eyes shone brightly, her lips curved in a half-smile.
Good, not aggrieved, so she could relax.
Otherwise, if the parents found out, their hearts would ache so much.
Qin Ruixue unleashed a torrent of words without giving Grandma Qin a chance to scold her; perhaps used to being swatted, she stood a bit away from Grandma Qin.
Her unkind gaze fell on Lu Qiaoge, but before she could open her mouth, Lu Qiaoge smiled brightly and greeted her proactively: “Eldest Sister Qin.”
Qin Ruixue was stunned for a moment.
Normally, shouldn’t Lu Qiaoge’s reaction be to shrink back behind her younger brother in panic?
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