Chapter 565: Good Deeds Bring Good Rewards

Xinyan didn’t think too far ahead; she just didn’t want to be watched like a monkey at school.

Although everyone meant no harm, it was quite depressing.

She thought about taking a few days off to stay with her master, but unexpectedly, Professor Tao called her.

She naturally understood Jiang Peiqin was saying this for her good: "Yes, since I’ve accepted it, I will definitely perform well. I can’t bring shame to the school, and I must not disappoint Professor Tao’s good intentions."

The two of them chatted as they entered the dormitory and tidied up. Only then did Xinyan leave the dormitory.

She didn’t intentionally tell the people in the dormitory about her matter. She had kept a low profile before, but Qiao Shanmei would still harm people. That person is selfish; if she knew Professor Tao recommended her to the Investment Bureau, many people would feel it’s unfair.

Actually, this time it wasn’t that Professor Tao specifically fought for Xinyan. The Investment Bureau knew Xinyan had translated several books, and indirectly learned that her spoken English was quite good, so they specially mentioned her name.

Xinyan returned to the small courtyard. Granny Zhang noticed she brought a lot of things back: "Yanyan, why did you bring back so many books?"

Xinyan didn’t want Granny Zhang to worry about her: "Granny Zhang, there’s a UK inspection team from the Investment Bureau that needs me to go over to do on-site translation, so I won’t be going to school during this period. I brought the books back to use conveniently at night."

Granny Zhang felt a surge of pride upon hearing Xinyan was going to translate for foreigners: "Yanyan is really impressive."

Helping Xinyan take the books to her room, the food was ready as well: "Yanyan, your aunt came by today and brought along a chicken and some kilos of yarn."

Xinyan was somewhat puzzled: "Did my aunt come over for something?"

Granny Zhang smiled happily: "She came to talk about your Second Brother Chaohu getting engaged. She happened to be passing by today; she said the yarn was prepared long ago, enough for you to knit a pair of woolen pants. But she didn’t have time lately; last time she saw me and knew I could knit, so she brought the yarn."

Hearing that Second Brother Han Chaoxu was going to get engaged, she felt quite happy. If it wasn’t for Second Brother being delayed by a task last time, the engagement wouldn’t have been postponed until now.

As for the chicken Granny Zhang mentioned that her aunt brought, it must be related to the affairs happening at school that Dad told Uncle about.

Granny Zhang opened the small clay pot: "Your aunt said this chicken was bought from a farmer during her business trip to the countryside. I stewed half of it today, so eat more later."

Knowing that her aunt cared about her, she felt very touched.

Thinking that after returning to the Capital, she had only been back to the old house a few times, and recalling the kindness of her uncle, aunt, and three brothers toward her, she felt a bit guilty.

She understood that whether it’s family love or romantic love, it requires mutual giving. Thinking about all the good things she had in her space, she planned to give something to honor her uncle and aunt, and naturally couldn’t forget her brothers.

The weather had gotten really cold, and Xinyan thought of something: "Granny Zhang, it’s gotten cold, and we should use the small boiler. Let’s light it up after dinner."

Granny Zhang smacked her forehead: "Oh, my memory! Jinxuan sent a lot of coal and briquettes over; they’ve all been stored in the side room. If he hadn’t been busy, he wanted to help me light the boiler before leaving."

Xinyan knew he’s been very busy these days: "Yes, he’s been very busy lately. Originally, my dad said he’d send some over after a few days; since he already sent them, I’ll call my dad when I go out later."

Thinking about the fabric, cotton, and shoes she had prepared in her space for Granny Zhang, she planned to go out and bring those back as well.

She hadn’t prepared ready-made clothes, as she wanted Granny Zhang to have something to do, which could also help pass the time.

While eating, they chatted about some family matters, and Granny Zhang mentioned receiving a letter from the old home. Someone asked her to buy bedding in the Capital for their son’s wedding.

Xinyan thought that Granny Zhang wanted to go back for a little while in spring. It’s important to maintain neighborhood relationships, and this wasn’t a difficult task: "Sure, when I have a day off, I’ll accompany you to the department store."

Granny Zhang waved her hand: "You focus on your work. I’ll ask Grandma Tong to go with me."

Xinyan laughed; it’s good, having Grandma Tong accompany her, she herself would be at ease. Perhaps the two old friends would enjoy shopping even more: "Alright, then bringing extra money to perhaps buy something suitable."

Granny Zhang sighed: "Who would have thought I’d be living in the Capital at my age, it’s all thanks to you, Yanyan."

Xinyan looked at Granny Zhang with a smile: "It’s because you’ve done good, accumulating blessings for yourself."

After saying that, they both laughed.