Chapter 1171: Joy Brings Vitality

His change in expression was naturally fully seen by his own mother.

Granny Zhang, seasoned and wise, sensed something and a smile of joy appeared on her face.

If it’s really as she guessed, that would be wonderful.

Ever since the previous matchmaking didn’t work out, her son became very resistant to the idea, saying he would just live with her from then on.

No matter how she tried to persuade him, he wouldn’t listen.

She originally thought of waiting until Xinyan was less busy to have her help with persuasion, but now it seemed she needed to change her strategy.

Though every child and grandchild has their own fortunes, she was getting older by the day, always hoping her son would find his own happiness. That way, she could rest in peace whenever her time came.

The mother and son did not return home after leaving the hospital but went directly to the Gu Family’s old house.

Old Madam Gu looked at Granny Zhang being helped in: "Old sister, what happened to you?"

Granny Zhang said awkwardly, "I’m getting useless, just sprained my ankle by going out."

Xinyan heard the commotion outside and came out, walking over in a few quick steps: "Let me take a look."

Granny Zhang, not wanting her to worry, said, "It’s alright, I met your senior sister at the hospital, she helped treat it. Luckily, it’s not serious, just needs a few days’ rest."

In her state, she didn’t intend to come over but was afraid Xinyan would worry if they didn’t.

Fortunately, her son borrowed a car from work, so they came together.

After Xinyan checked, she confirmed it was just a ligament strain and felt relieved.

He Jinxuan returned at this time, holding his little brother-in-law: "Granny Zhang, Uncle Shanzi, you came over?"

Zhang Yueshan saw Han Chaojun in his arms, smiled, and reached out: "Come, let Uncle Shanzi hold you."

Zhang Yueshan’s demeanor made Granny Zhang more certain about her thoughts.

Little Junjun wasn’t shy around strangers. When someone invited him, he immediately abandoned his future brother-in-law and reached for Uncle Shanzi.

He Jinxuan patted his little bottom: "You little rascal."

Immediately, everyone there laughed.

Xinyan helped Granny Zhang inside to sit down, and Granny Zhang smiled and asked, "How was your trip abroad?"

Xinyan nodded with a smile, "A lot of thoughts, naturally quite rewarding, saw the gaps, and am filled with confidence."

Though Granny Zhang didn’t quite understand exactly what Xinyan meant, she understood that the trip broadened Xinyan’s horizons: "Good, having confidence and aspirations is good."

Mr. Gu and Old Madam Gu exchanged smiles, their faces full of appreciation.

Mr. Gu spoke up: "Reading ten thousand books is not as useful as traveling ten thousand miles. Going out to see new things broadens the mind and knowledge, and can inspire creativity."

Before long, the conversation turned to Xinyan’s wedding.

Granny Zhang looked at He Jinxuan, who was still busy with his little brother-in-law: "Jinxuan, have you arranged everything in your new house?"

He Jinxuan smiled at Granny Zhang: "Everything is ready. I even had the ladies from the family compound come and take a look."

As he said this, he kept glancing at Xinyan. He thought about how after they got married, she would spend weekends at the family compound, so he had to make sure she lived comfortably, thus he put a lot of thought into the house, aiming to satisfy Xinyan.

Xinyan looked up and met He Jinxuan’s gaze, knowing what he wanted to hear: "Then I’ll go check it out tomorrow and see if it’s as good as you say?"

He Jinxuan’s eyes were full of tenderness: "I’ve been looking forward to your visit. If you’re not satisfied with anything, there’s still time for me to have it changed."

Xinyan couldn’t help but smile a little. This guy truly had improved. It’s true that joy makes people more spirited, just look at him becoming more talkative.

While they were chatting, they heard the voice of the eldest aunt outside: "Uncle Gu, Aunt Gu, we’re here to disturb you again."

Old Madam Gu heard the commotion and quickly got up to welcome them: "What are you talking about? I couldn’t be happier to have you here. It’s better when this yard is bustling."

Su Aihong replied with a smile: "Then I’ll visit more often when I have time, you won’t find me bothersome then."

Su Aihong also knew that the main branch of the Gu family only had Xinyan’s branch left, and those other close branches mostly moved abroad years ago. So the yard had indeed been a bit quiet lately.

At that moment, Yuan Yikai came in, accompanying the pregnant Sun Zhenling. Sun Zhenling smiled and called to Old Madam Gu: "Grandma Gu, I’m here."

Old Madam Gu looked at her belly with a smile: "Oh, it’s showing now. Have you been having morning sickness lately?"

Sun Zhenling glanced at Xinyan, who was standing not far away: "Apart from some occasional nausea in the morning, nothing much during the day, thanks to the plum candy my sister made."

Old Madam Gu then remembered the second son of the Han family and turned to Su Aihong: "By the way, isn’t your second daughter-in-law about to give birth?"

Su Aihong responded with a hearty laugh: "Not yet, it’ll be late October. She called earlier to say she’s on the way, should be here soon."

Just then, Han Chunxue came in with her second son and his wife: "Aunt Gu, we’re here."

Old Madam Gu’s smile never faded: "Look, how well-matched this couple is. By the way, have their job matters been settled?"

Han Chunxue glanced at her son: "Zhenjun is working at the post and telecommunications bureau, delivering shipments to various branches. It’s tiring, but at least it’s a stable job."

Then she looked at her second daughter-in-law: "Jiewen’s health isn’t the best, I don’t want her to be too tired, still looking around."

Old Madam Gu looked at He Jiewen standing beside Han Chunxue and opened with a smile: "A few days ago, I met an old friend who’s now in management at a cinema. She mentioned to me that the new cinema is hiring, would you be interested?"

Han Chunxue heard this and thought a cinema would be great, being a ticket seller would be wonderful: "Aunt Gu, is what you said true?"

Beside her, Su Aihong gave her a pat on the back: "How are you talking? Would Aunt Gu lie to you?"

Han Chunxue quickly waved her hands: "I’m just too excited. Sister-in-law, you don’t know how hard it is to find work now."

It’s not that Big Brother and Second Brother wouldn’t help, it’s just that she didn’t want to trouble them. So many people were watching them right now.