"Youâre such a stubborn child, like a mule! I think you havenât been beaten enough by society yet; youâll regret it one day."
Du Yongmei also knew her second daughterâs stubborn temper and didnât bother to say more.
Fortunately, girls naturally have one more advantage than boys.
Even if they donât have a job and canât make money, thereâs still the option of getting married.
"Dear passengers, weâre approaching the final station, Beijing West Station. Please gather your belongings and prepare to disembark."
"Thank you all for your support and company along the way."
As soon as Du Yongmei finished speaking, the high-speed train began to slow down, soon entering the station.
The three of them traveled lightly this time to Beijing, each carrying just a few changes of clothes.
At 5:06 PM, the train came to a steady halt at the platform.
Xu Wenchengâs family of three followed the crowd, heading towards the exit as directed by the signs in the station.
"Grandma, Grandpa~ weâre here~"
Jiang Xue was sharp-eyed, being the first to spot her grandparents, excitedly jumping and waving at them.
"Mom, Dad~ Sasha! It was a long journey!"
"Lili! Jiang Tao."
Now when Du Yongmei called Jiang Tao, her tone was more cordial and eager.
"Mom, Dad, Sasha, welcome to Beijing. It must have been tiring on the road."
Jiang Tao greeted them with a smile, deciding to let bygones be bygones.
Jiang Tao showed generosity towards Xu Liâs parents and sister.
Not like in novels and dramas where after getting rich, he would constantly show off to his mother-in-law and sister-in-law. It was pointless.
Family harmony is everything.
"Sis, youâre so beautiful, so elegant!"
Not having seen her for over a month, Xu Sha looked at her sister with a face full of surprise.
Xu Li was still the same Xu Li, yet also different.
Before, she rarely spent money and seldom dressed up.
Her entire outfit from head to toe didnât exceed 500 yuan.
Now, the Cartier necklace Du Enan gave her alone was worth over 90,000 yuan.
To welcome her parents today, she even wore the Hermes New Yearâs outfit Jiang Tao had bought her for over 80,000 yuan.
The boots she wore were Bulgariâs latest model, over 20,000 yuan.
Xu Liâs entire ensemble today, including the necklace, bracelet, and watch,
cost about 300,000 to 400,000 yuan in total.
The air of poverty she once projected was gone, replaced by a subtle air of nobility.
The Xu Li from before could only be considered "mature."
This Xu Li, exuding endless charm and confidence, was at her ultimate form.
Xu Wencheng and Du Yongmei also gazed at Xu Li, sensing the significant changes in her.
Seeing their eldest daughter living better and better, they were genuinely happy for her.
Though Du Yongmei was a bit snobbish, her nature wasnât bad.
When Jiang Tao was poor, she looked down on him.
Now seeing Jiang Tao succeed, her attitude towards him naturally changed too.
Previously, every time she talked about her son-in-law, she felt ashamed in front of her neighbors.
Now, her son-in-law had become her pride and a topic of conversation with neighbors!
After the group reunited and exchanged a few words, Jiang Tao led them towards the parking lot.
As they saw the square and imposing Mercedes-Benz G-Class parked there,
the three members of Xu Wenchengâs family were stunned.
Xu Wencheng said, "Huh? Why switch to a G-Class? I remember you drove a GLS home before the new year."
"The GLS had a minor accident and is in for repairs. This car was a gift from a friend."
Jiang Taoâs voice was gentle, but to Xu Wenchengâs family, it sounded like a thunderous roar.
Their gaze towards Jiang Tao was filled with shock, envy, and curiosity.
A car worth millions, given as a giftâwhat kind of friend is that!
In Ping County, buying a 130 square meters house outright costs just over a million yuan.
This is equivalent to giving away two houses for free!
The people one connects with also reflect whether they are thriving or not.
It seems their son-in-law really has made it big now!
Before, Du Yongmei wished her daughter would quickly divorce Jiang Tao.
Now, sheâs started worrying about them divorcing.
"When men get rich, they can change for the worse. We must remind Lili to watch Jiang Tao closely, so no one sneaks into their home."
"Jiang Tao probably isnât that type of person, is he?"
Du Yongmei trusted Jiang Taoâs character but couldnât help feeling worried.
"Letâs go, get in the car. Iâll take you to your place first, and Iâve reserved a welcoming dinner for tonight."
Jiang Tao beckoned them into the car and drove towards Bai Gezhuang New Village.
In the afternoon, they hit the rush hour, taking an hour and a half to return from the train station to the apartment.
After parking downstairs, Jiang Tao and Xu Li led Xu Wenchengâs family up to see the apartment.
"Mom, Dad, this apartment is mine and my husbandâs. Treat it like home and make yourselves comfortable."
"The bedding, daily necessities, and utensils here were all newly bought by my parents-in-law."
"If thereâs anything else you need, just let me know."
Xu Li showed her parents around the apartment after they entered.
"This is great, really great. Having such a big apartment in Beijing is quite an achievement."
Du Yongmei looked at the apartmentâs size, decor, and furnishings, praising it repeatedly.
In Beijing, itâs hard to find an apartment for less than 3 to 5 million yuan. Houses in Ping County canât compare at all!