CHAPTER 384: GRANDMA WATCHES "LUSHAN LOVE", EPISODE 1

"What about Sister Hua Jun?" Jia Wenxiu’s eyes narrowed, and she hesitated before asking, "And mom, what did you say earlier about my nephew being four years old? Didn’t my brother just get married? How can my nephew already be four?"

Ye Binyi’s temper flared, and she said, "That’s the reason he had to get married. Otherwise, your brother, being a soldier who values discipline, wouldn’t have gotten married under such circumstances. His good reputation, especially in the military, was all ruined by that woman. What will people say about your brother in the future, getting a girl pregnant at such a young age? How will they view our family, being tricked by a country woman?"

Jia Wenxiu gently patted her back, trying to calm her down, "Since my brother is willing to marry her, he must care about his wife. Mom, we can’t let my nephew suffer. My nephew is innocent."

"I know." Ye Binyi replied, very satisfied with what Jia Wenxiu said. No matter what, you can’t take it out on the child. That child is her lovely grandson, innocent and so adorable. The blame lies with his unrestrained mother.

"Yanyan is back." Aunt Zhang went up to take off Meng Shuyan’s backpack.

"Yanyan, come here." Seeing her handsome and cute grandson, Ye Binyi’s anger dissipated, and she hugged the little guy who came close.

"Grandma," Meng Shuyan called out, his dark eyes curiously observing Jia Wenxiu. In the little boy’s mind, there was no impression of this person.

Ye Binyi introduced him, "This is your dad’s younger sister. You should call her Aunt."

"Hello, Yanyan." Jia Wenxiu gave a sweet smile. She was pretty, with a slightly round and petite face, fair skin, and dimples when she smiled. After speaking, she took out a small jar of beef jerky from the bag she brought. Inside were braised beef pieces, emitting a delicious aroma.

Beef jerky was something Meng Shuyan liked to eat. Jia Wenxiu held out a piece to his mouth, and after glancing at his grandma and seeing her nod, he took a bite, feeling a bit awkward, "Thank you, Aunt." He chewed and chewed.

"This kid is so good, not at all like a typical four-year-old." Jia Wenxiu patted his curly hair and said to Ye Binyi, "I didn’t know my nephew was here, otherwise I would have bought more things. My nephew is too cute! He looks just like my brother when he was young!"

"Yanyan speaks better than other four-year-olds," Ye Binyi smiled gently, "We have everything at home; you don’t need to buy these things. From now on, just eat at home."

"It’s fine, mom. I also worked part-time jobs during school and saved quite a bit of pocket money."

Meng Shuyan’s eyes continued to watch Jia Wenxiu. He was different from other children. Even though his aunt treated him well and gave him beef jerky, he’d had better things at his mom’s, so it wasn’t surprising. But even though his aunt was smiling, he felt something was off; that smile was different from the one his grandma gave him.

He quietly chewed the beef jerky, listening to their conversation, and suddenly asked with childlike curiosity, "Grandma, is my mom at home?" As he spoke, he looked up at the floor above.

Recently, Tian Sangsang had been going out more and more. Ye Binyi patiently replied, "Your mom went out and hasn’t come back yet."

"Where did my sister-in-law go?" Jia Wenxiu found it easy to call her sister-in-law and asked in puzzlement.

With the child there, Ye Binyi had to be careful with her words. She gave a fake smile, "She goes out every day, all mysterious-like. I have no idea what she’s doing."

"Oh, doesn’t sister-in-law work?"

Ye Binyi sarcastically tugged at the corner of her mouth, "She stays home to look after Yanyan. With her limited education, it’s not like she can find a good job. It’s all about doing some improper work."

"It’s no big deal, mom. Nowadays, you can attend night school, right? When I was in East Sea, I met many people who were attending night school, and they were doing quite well. Maybe sister-in-law can go for that; it would help her find a lighter job in the future. In a family like ours, if you don’t have a good education, you’ll surely be looked down upon." Jia Wenxiu spoke methodically, "Besides, we’re not trying to show off; we just can’t afford to be looked down on."

Every word pierced Ye Binyi’s heart. She came from a scholarly family and valued reputation above all. The daughter-in-law she wanted didn’t need to be beautiful but must have an air of education, be dignified, and have a good lineage and education. Tian Sangsang was inadequate in every way.

Ye Binyi said, "You’re indeed knowledgeable. If she had the desire, she’d learn it herself."

Jia Wenxiu, of course, caught Ye Binyi’s unspoken words, feeling a sense of triumph inside.

Ye Binyi suggested, "By the way, since you’re back, you should visit your uncle. I’m off today, so I’ll take Yanyan out to play later."

"Sure," Jia Wenxiu gladly nodded.

After visiting Uncle’s house and meeting Father Jiang and other relatives, Ye Binyi intended to go out with Jia Wenxiu, taking the opportunity to shop for her daughter and bringing her grandson along.

As they reached the door, she suddenly exclaimed in excitement, "We can go see a movie. Do you remember Zhao Chun? He’s about your age and made a movie that’s very famous now, called ’Lushan Love.’ I hadn’t had time to see it, so let’s go today."

Jia Wenxiu was taken aback, a bit incredulous, "Mom, you haven’t seen that movie?"

"Not yet," Ye Binyi shook her head, "So today we’ll go watch it."

Jia Wenxiu suddenly seemed pensive, "Everyone at our school has seen it and says it’s very trendy. I’ve met Zhao Chun a few times; his school was next to mine."

"That’s quite a coincidence. Wenxiu, what do you think of Zhao Chun? I haven’t seen him in many years, but recently when I saw him, he looked spirited, polite, and gutsy. He’s talented, indeed."

Jia Wenxiu understood what Ye Binyi meant and instantly blushed. She reluctantly hooked her arm around Ye Binyi’s and acted coy, "Mom, don’t try to set me up with someone. He’s not my type. I want to decide on my own for my partner."

It’s rare to find someone she knows, and if she doesn’t like him, there’s nothing you can do. Ye Binyi said, "You aren’t young anymore. It’s time to find someone to date, and if things work out, you can get married later. What kind of person do you like? Tell mom, and I’ll keep an eye out for you."

"Mom~" Jia Wenxiu lowered her head in greater embarrassment, "Actually, I’ve already found someone."

"What?!" Ye Binyi was surprised.

"Don’t worry, mom; he’s a decent person. Though he’s from the countryside, he’s self-reliant, very ambitious, and different from some rural folks."

Ye Binyi worriedly furrowed her brows.

Jia Wenxiu continued, "I know you want me to find someone from around here, but a man doesn’t have to rely on his family, right? Without a family, he relies on himself. He’s really impressive, can write novels and screenplays, and is a talent where we are."