Rebirth: She is Ready for a Counterattack! Chapter 396 - 395: A Normal Dilemma (Part 2)

Rural girls typically marry young, and now that Gu Xiaoying is married, it’s about ti for Gu Xiaoqing too.

According to the village customs, she should be asking around the neighbors and finding soone to propose a marriage for her daughter.

But Gu Xiaoqing has a strong opinion of her own, and since she’s still in college, she intends to wait until after graduation before discussing marriage.

So, while this issue hasn’t surfaced in the form of traditional urging to marry, it has gradually beco a mild concern for Li Xuei.

Upon hearing her daughter’s definite response, Li Xuei inexplicably felt a twinge of reluctance.

Could this be the so-called ’married daughter syndro’?

"Shaohan, your uncle is very pleased you ca to visit. You didn’t really need to bring any gifts; your sincerity alone is enough to make happy. But I hope you understand the feelings of a father. I’m not opposed to your relationship, but I do have one condition."

"Old man, why are you being so pretentious?"

Li Xuei was surprised, knowing in advance that Fang Shaohan was coming, but Gu Ruhai hadn’t ntioned any conditions!

Gu Xiaoqing was also taken aback. What’s going on with her father? Why suddenly co up with conditions? Their family has everything now, and Gu Ruhai doesn’t have any specific needs.

Besides, would Fang Shaohan even blink at a substantial bride price? Or is it that Fang Shaohan wouldn’t ’go by the book’?

Liu Ming stayed silent on the sidelines, but he found it amusing, as if it was about ti his boss ran into so trouble, and it pleased him to watch from the sidelines.

However, Fang Shaohan smiled slightly and looked at Gu Ruhai, "Uncle, go ahead, I’ll definitely agree."

"The condition I have isn’t difficult."

"Please, tell ."

"Since it’s a marriage, it’s a matter between two families. I hope the two families can sit down together and properly discuss this matter."

"Of course."

Fang Shaohan promptly agreed.

Gu Ruhai raised his hand, indicating for Fang Shaohan not to rush, and said slowly, "So, I would like to visit your mother personally."

"Huh?"

Li Xuei looked at her husband in puzzlent. What is this about?

Fang Shaohan sensed that this wasn’t just a simple eting with his parents. After all, the two families had so interactions and knew a bit about each other.

Gu Ruhai’s serious intent was to see his grandparents. Otherwise, Li Xuei and Gu Ruhai, being peers with He Cui and Fang Jianguo, wouldn’t use a formal term like ’visit.’

Gu Xiaoqing was also slightly startled. She knew her parents well; their main concern had always been Fang Shaohan’s official background.

It’s understandable, as Gu Ruhai, an ordinary citizen, despite having so money now, is still very wary of dealing with officials.

Historically, ordinary people have always had a fear of officials.

This is why Gu Ruhai’s words today were so shocking, leaving people feeling baffled and astounded.

"Though it’s a bit intrusive, please understand, Shaohan, that as parents, we wish only for our daughter’s happiness."

It was impossible for Gu Ruhai not to feel anxious, but when he thought about the possibility of Gu Xiaoqing being troubled by Fang Shaohan’s family, he felt the need to see for himself.

If the other party didn’t even want to see them, there was no point in reaching out for that ’high branch.’ If his daughter would be unhappy in the marriage, it would be better to cut ties early.

"Dad..."

Gu Xiaoqing wasn’t foolish. Her forrly timid father, who always obeyed his parents, was now willing to go to great lengths for his daughter, and she was deeply moved.

She also knew that under normal circumstances, it would take a hundredfold courage for Gu Ruhai to visit Fang Shaohan’s grandparents. In Gu Ruhai’s mind, it was like a village peasant eting a high-ranking official, an overwhelming pressure.

But, for his daughter, to prevent her from facing hardship after marriage, he was determined to see the other party’s attitude with his own eyes.

"So, Shaohan, how about it?"

Gu Ruhai was stubborn. Once he made up his mind, he wouldn’t back down.

Fang Shaohan felt a bit troubled. Although his grandparents doted on him, he really didn’t know what to expect from his grandfather.

In a high position, no one at ho dared to defy the elder’s decisions; the old man was authority... that was Fang Shaohan’s impression of his grandfather.

Gu Ruhai’s request... it was a bit challenging, but understandable too.

In normal families, when both sides get married, they eventually et up to discuss the wedding arrangents.

Moreover, Fang Shaohan also needed to pass his grandparents’ test.

So, he nodded and replied, "No problem, Uncle and Aunt, I’ll take care of the arrangents. How about that?"

"Of course, we trust you entirely."

Gu Ruhai glanced at his wife and smiled, nodding in agreent.

Seeing that it was already noon, Li Xuei hurriedly called Liu Ming, "It’s getting late; let’s go buy so groceries and cook a nice al."

"Don’t bother, Aunt."

Fang Shaohan stood up and said, "Let’s eat out..."

"What nonsense, no matter how good the food outside is, it’s not as comforting as homade family als. You should sit and chat more with your uncle, I’ll be quick."

Gu Xiaoqing also got up to get dressed.

"Why are you getting up? Stay with your beloved. I have Liu Ming accompanying ; are you worried about your mom being whisked away?"

Li Xuei smiled and had her daughter stay behind, "If you leave, Shaohan might not want to stay!"

The family gathered for a warm al, where both Gu Xiaoqing and Li Xuei showcased their skills, serving aromatic family dishes that left an unforgettable impression.

During the al, they had a little drink. Liu Ming helped his father-in-law Gu Ruhai back to his room to rest, while Fang Shaohan sat for a bit, ready to say goodbye.

"No need to rush. I don’t think your grandparents will easily agree."

Gu Xiaoqing said softly, helping Fang Shaohan tidy his clothes.

Fang Shaohan blinked and replied with a mischievous smile, "While you’re not worried, I am. If I wait too long, what if soone else wins you over? Do you want to be a bachelor for life? That would be tragic."

"Listen to you."

Gu Xiaoqing playfully punched Fang Shaohan’s chest, pouting.

However, she paused, and softly suggested, "Then, how about I visit your grandparents?"

For this, Fang Shaohan’s efforts alone wouldn’t suffice; she needed to gain his family’s acceptance too.

Since Gu Ruhai intended to et the elders, she felt an even stronger need to make herself accepted beforehand.

"Hmm, I’ll have my parents pave the way with grandpa first, then I’ll take you over when he’s in a good mood."

Fang Shaohan gently kissed Gu Xiaoqing’s forehead and whispered.