Xu Chengyi said that the Ming family would arrive at his home half an hour later, and the three people in the family suddenly became chaotic.
Li Zijuan tidied the house quickly and neatly. While working, she asked, "Didn't we agree to meet tomorrow morning to discuss the bride price? Why are they here so late at night?"
Xu Cheng was mopping the floor. "Ming Rui said that he and his parents would come to the job in person. Girl, have you changed your clothes? Go down and buy things quickly. They will be here soon."
Li Zijuan took the mop from his hand and pushed him, "We're almost engaged. What kind of engagement can we make at this time? Oh, let's not talk about it for now. Come on, go shopping. The girl needs to dress up well. It's her first time. When meeting the man’s parents, do you want her to be naked?”
Xu Cheng nodded, "Oh oh oh, yes, I'll go, I'll go."
The three of them worked hard and finally got everything done before the Ming family came.
Hearing the knock on the door, Xu Cheng went to open the door and welcomed the six people into the living room. Xu Zhiyi stood next to Li Zijuan and greeted the guests with a smile.
A little reserved.
Except for Octavia, the other five people saw Xu Zhiyi in person for the first time. When they saw her, their eyes lit up, and they quickly recovered as before. Under Xu Cheng's greeting, they sat down one by one.
Octavia socialized among the elders, Xu Zhiyi and Li Zijuan poured water for the guests, Octavia's peripheral vision never left her.
It's just October in Acropolis, and the temperature difference between morning and evening is huge. It's so hot at noon that you can wear a summer skirt, but at night you have to wear a thin shirt.
Xu Zhiyi wore a long dress with sleeves, dark gray, without any decoration, just a plain skirt, which highlighted her skin color. Her skin was already white, and the clothes made her skin texture more delicate.
This is a new dress she bought in Hangzhou. It has a good texture and drape.
The clothes are loose and fit, not tight or loose, unintentionally showing off her perfect figure.
The skirt had a small V-neck, and she pulled up her hair to reveal her beautiful collarbones, slender neck, and a small piece of skin on her chest, which was just right.
The hem of the skirt is just above the knee, and half of the calf is exposed. It is fair and well-proportioned, and under the light, it is as delicate and moist as jade.
His sharp eyes fell on her thin and white ankles, thinking that if she put a delicate anklet on it, it would look very nice.
Xu Zhiyi surprised him tonight, exuding the sex appeal of a mature woman.
Beautiful and subtle, fresh and not immature.
It's very feminine.
Li Zijuan invited the guests to drink water. Seeing Xu Zhiyi take some time off, Mingrui stood up, stood next to her, lightly hugged her shoulders, hugged her and took a step forward, smiled at her and said, "Zhiyi, let me introduce you." , this is my mother."
Xu Zhiyi smiled awkwardly and lowered his head slightly, "Hello, aunt."
Then, Octavia introduced the visitors one by one to her.
Everyone's eyes fell on this beautiful pair. Director Chen praised: "A pair of golden boys and girls, so talented and beautiful, they are really a perfect match."
Everyone echoed and said festive words.
The Xu family's old-fashioned 321 sofa can only seat six people. Octavia and his parents sit on the three-person sofa in the middle, Zhou Feng and his wife sit on the two-person sofa, and Director Chen sits on the single sofa.
Xu Cheng and Li Zijuan moved two chairs from the dining table and sat next to the single sofa. Xu Zhiyi took a small stool and sat on Li Zijuan's head.
The small living room was packed to the brim.
Octavia took advantage of this opportunity to get up, grabbed a small stool and sat down directly next to Xu Zhiyi.
Xu Zhiyi lowered his head in embarrassment and smiled shyly, feeling pleased with himself.
Ming Huaiyuan and Zhou Lan glanced at them, looked at each other, and pursed their lips without leaving any trace, understanding tacitly.
It is said that when a girl grows up, she cannot help her mother, but when a son marries a wife, he forgets his mother too.
No, as soon as they met, he got close to his wife.
I really can't see it.
Director Chen acted as a matchmaker and directly explained his intention. Zhou Feng took the opportunity to apologize, saying that the Ming family did not bring Mingrui to the door to formally make the appointment, which was a breach of etiquette. Relatives and friends said that it was no good and had to make up for it, otherwise the Ming family would be laughed at by others. It happened to be two The children have all returned to the Acropolis, so I will make up for this etiquette tonight.
Zhou Feng said: "In-laws, the betrothal gift must be paid. The betrothal gift shows everyone the attitude of the Ming family towards the marriage, just like the betrothal gift shows the attitude of the in-laws. We all follow the rules and do it for the two children happily." Finish this happy event."
Director Chen answered: "That's right, gifts come and go. The Ming family is so sincere, so Vice Principal Xu just accepts it. I've seen the gift list. They are all items given according to the number of gifts. Cash is a bonus. Don't have any. concern."
When Xu Cheng heard that they were all items, he hesitated and looked at Li Zijuan.
Mingrui said: "Teacher, you and your wife must accept it. It's very rude of me to come to visit you so late. If you don't even accept the betrothal gift I gave Zhiyi, how can I change from a student to a teacher and my wife?" Son-in-law, please accept it, I want to officially become the son-in-law of the Xu family."
Everyone quickly agreed: "That's right, Octavia will be gossiped about if he doesn't show his courtesy."
How can this happen?
Xu Cheng didn't allow others to talk about his good son-in-law. When he thought that the betrothal gift was indeed what the man should give, it was also in line with the rules to hire a replacement now, so he said:
"Octus just came back. He didn't have any rest. He came to hire people all night long. He was very sincere, so I didn't refuse. We accepted the betrothal gift that Mingrui gave to Zhiyi."
The visitor looked happy.
Zhou Feng handed the gift book to Xu Cheng, "We are in a hurry, so I will send the gift book to my in-laws tonight, and then hand over the physical items. Okay, it's getting late, let's say goodbye first, and see you tomorrow morning."
After saying that, everyone stood up. Xu Cheng put the gift book on the coffee table, then stood up, and the family of three sent the guests downstairs.
The corridor could barely accommodate two people walking side by side, and the elders were in front, either in pairs or alone, talking as they went downstairs.
Octavia naturally walked at the back alongside Xu Zhiyi.
The orange lights in the old corridor flicker on and off.
He looked at her, raised the corners of his mouth, and said in a low voice, "Zhiyi looks beautiful tonight."
Hearing the compliment, Xu Zhiyi glanced at him shyly, her eyes moved, she held her right hand with her left hand and put it on her abdomen, pursed her lips and said nothing.
Suddenly, Octavia's big hand stretched out in front of her, blocking her way.
Xu Zhiyi was slightly stunned and raised his head: "?"
Mingrui smiled at her, "Zhiyi wants to hold my hand, doesn't he? Let me hold it for you."
Xu Zhiyi blushed even more and said angrily in a low voice, "It's nothing!"
Mingrui chuckled and took her left hand, "I wanted to hold Zhiyi's hand. I thought about it as soon as I got off the plane, and finally I did."
Xu Zhiyi only felt numb, but did not break free. She let him pull her, her head lowered, and the smile on her lips became thicker.
"Zhiyi's hands are very soft."
Xu Zhiyi's breath tightened.
The two dragged their steps, walking slower and slower, and when they reached the second floor, Mingrui tightened his hands and softly called "Zhiyi".
Xu Zhiyi blushed and looked up at him.
"Um?"
Mingrui looked directly into her beautiful and clear peach blossom eyes, the smile on the corner of his mouth was a bit expectant, "Zhiyi, call me Brother Mingrui."
Xu Zhiyi was shocked and looked at him. His lips moved several times but he didn't open his mouth.
At the corner from the second floor to the first floor, you can hear the polite words of the elders at the door of the building, like the sound of a loudspeaker.
"Zhiyi, call Brother Shengrui. I want to hear you. If you don't call me, I won't let you go."
As soon as they reached the downstairs and walked a few steps further to see the elder, Xu Zhiyi wanted to break free from his hand, but was held tightly by him.
The polite words of the elders at the door of the building stopped, and Zhou Lan's voice came: "Octavia, it's too late, hurry up!"
Octavia took Xu Zhiyi's soft little hand and said, "Just come."
After saying that, he pulled her to continue walking.
Xu Zhiyi was anxious, grabbed him, and shouted sweetly, obediently and aggrievedly.
"Brother Octavia."
