Chapter 732: Chapter 723: Visiting (Part 2)

At half-past nine in the morning, the two officially set off from home, driving towards the house. Along the way, Shen Yi didn’t say a word, but it was clear she was nervous to death.

Sitting in the passenger seat, her hands were clenched tightly, and her expression was so serious it was like she was facing martyrdom, which made him want to laugh.

Those in the know understood she was going to meet the guy’s family for the first time. Those who didn’t might think she was heading to Syria for battle.

"Don’t be so nervous. You’ve met my mom before, haven’t you? She’s not going to eat you, and she really likes you!" Su Qing said, trying to comfort her upon seeing how nervous she was.

Hearing this, Shen Yi’s face fell, no longer showing any of her corporate boss demeanor, just a helpless young girl.

Regardless of your status, it’s normal to be a bit daunted when meeting the other person’s parents for the first time.

"But I’m still nervous. Last time... we weren’t even together yet, and now it’s different," Shen Yi said, recalling the time she was stuck at home with Wen Nanqing.

"It’s all the same. Since you’ve met her before, what’s there to be nervous about?"

"But... but there’s still your dad, right? I haven’t met him!" Shen Yi said.

She hadn’t met Su Qing’s dad before, only knowing he was a university professor, and at most he had sent over a fishing rod at the end of last year.

"My dad? What he says doesn’t count. Just winning over my mom is fine!" Su Qing responded casually.

Does Old Su’s opinion matter? Not really. Isn’t he just following what my mom wants?

Don’t even mention my mom, ever since I started standing up for myself, Old Su’s status has long been not what it used to be.

The Qing Dynasty is long gone, so why be afraid of the so-called head of the household?

Upon hearing this, Shen Yi burst into laughter, "Is your dad really that... that..."

"Pretty humble, right?"

Shen Yi looked at him and didn’t nod, just smiled, but it was obvious enough.

"Hey, you don’t understand. My household is quite complicated. Simply put, my dad is a wife-obsessed person to the core. Over the years, I’ve hardly ever seen them argue. Or rather, as soon as my mom gets mad, he chickens out."

"Ah~~ Then your dad is a good man. You must be happy growing up in such a harmonious family!"

Upon hearing this, Su Qing chuckled. Harmonious? Yeah, too harmonious, almost stifling me. Luckily, I raised my family status through my own efforts. Otherwise, they may be doing fine up there, but I’d be in trouble down here.

"Yeah, yeah, almost there. Also, let me tell you something: my mom... she’s a bit rebellious. If she mentions internet trends or something like that when chatting with you, don’t be surprised. She’s an old 5G surfer!" Su Qing warned, somewhat exasperated, giving Shen Yi a heads-up.

After all, the two had been together for so long, he really hadn’t talked much with Shen Yi about family matters, especially his family members’ personalities.

Su He was easy to manage, as Shen Yi had at least met her a few times and was familiar with her. But the problematic ones in his family were the old ones upstairs; it’s utterly absurd. Hopefully, his mom would be a bit more normal today.

"Re-rebellious? Your mom? Come on, Auntie?" Shen Yi widened her eyes in disbelief. After all, the word rebellious wouldn’t normally be associated with older people, right?

Seeing this, Su Qing shook his head, "Hey, just a heads-up. But rest assured, your visit today is top priority; my family doesn’t have that many issues, you’ll be fine!"

Upon hearing this, Shen Yi gradually relaxed.

Soon, their car arrived at Jiangming District.

"Hey, hubby, why haven’t they shown up yet? It’s been so long! Go check at the district entrance!" Zhou Hui paced around the living room, equally nervous.

This isn’t a one-sided thing. It’s Shen Yi’s first visit, and she’s nervous. But it’s also the first time his parents are waiting for a daughter-in-law to visit.

"It’s only been just over half an hour, maybe there’s traffic. Let’s wait a bit. Going to the entrance is not necessary!" Su Hongye sighed.

Although he was a bit nervous too, he thought it wouldn’t look good if he went to check.

Zhou Hui knew her husband had a point, so she went to look out from the balcony.

Just then, a sedan appeared at the gate of the district, and Zhou Hui immediately recognized it as the car her son often drove back.

"There they are! Hey, hubby, our son is back. Let’s go down and take a look!" Zhou Hui quickly changed her shoes and dashed out.

Seeing this, Su Hongye could only helplessly follow along.

At the unit gate in the district, the two got out of the car.

"So this is where you live?" Shen Yi said, lifting her dress as she got out.

Though she knew Su Qing lived in this district, she had never actually been inside before!

"Old neighborhood. I suggested buying my mom and dad a new house, but they refused. They said they’re familiar with the old residents here and wouldn’t be comfortable moving elsewhere!" Su Qing said as he picked up some items, leaving Shen Yi to carry a few.

"Isn’t this the Su family boy? Oh my, who’s this girl, she’s so pretty!"

[Auntie Li, who was all about saving face, was shocked by Shen Yi’s looks and thought how nice it would be if this was her daughter-in-law.]

Just then, a voice came from beside them.

"Auntie Li, this is my girlfriend, Xiao Yi. Xiao Yi, this is Auntie Li!" Su Qing introduced.

Hearing this, Shen Yi quickly said in a soft voice, "Hello, Auntie Li!"

Her soft voice made her come across instantly as a good girl.

"Oh, good, good. Little Su has really made something of himself, bringing his girlfriend home now. Your mom was just talking about it the other day, how wonderful!"

[Auntie Li was smiling outwardly, but inside she was green with envy, going sour because her own son, who was already thirty-one, was neither married nor had a girlfriend. Since the New Year, he had been on five blind dates and still no progress!]

Su Qing couldn’t do much about it, though; it’s not something one can help with!

"Auntie Li, how’s Brother Qiang doing lately?" Su Qing asked with a smile.

"Him? Still the same, teaching classes and hardly ever home. If only he were as successful as you, I wouldn’t worry at all. By the way, Little Su, if you know any girls who are single, remember to introduce one to your brother, okay?"

[Auntie Li thought, if I’m going to be envious, might as well try to have you make an introduction. Even if the girl had half the conditions your girlfriend has, she’d be satisfied.]

"Sure, no problem. If I know someone, I’ll certainly keep Brother Qiang in mind!"

[Your answer pleased Auntie Li, earning you a bit of goodwill and giving her a sense of satisfaction.]

Your adept social skills make it easier for you to handle conversations with people smoothly!

Sure enough, it’s often with those whom you don’t meet frequently that these narrative cues are triggered more often. It had been a long time since he encountered someone who triggered these prompts so frequently.

Just then, the sound of footsteps came from the hallway.

"Son~~ Mom’s here!"

Su Qing: -_-|||

Fearing something and having it happen for real. If you’re coming, just come. Why shout?

"Mom, I..."

Before he could finish, he saw his mom dash forward, grabbing Shen Yi’s hand and gently stroking it:

"Xiao Yi, you’re finally here! Oh my, you look so beautiful today, so gorgeously dressed. I really don’t know how my silly boy managed to find such an outstanding girlfriend like you!"

At that moment, Shen Yi began to understand what Su Qing meant when he said his mom was a bit rebellious. She seemed to know even better than most men how to make a girl happy!

"Hello, Auntie, I’m Shen Yi!"

"I know, I know, Auntie knows! We’ve met!"

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