Chapter 317

Chapter 317: Visiting Relatives on New Year’s Day

Mei Fang was determined to develop in Pingshan City for the next four years of university. Despite being a well-known public figure, this was still a significant matter in his life and he needed to inform his parents.

However, Mei Fang had been reluctant to call his mother, Xiang Xiaoxia, recently because she would always scold him whenever they talked on the phone.

“Why did you choose Pingshan University over Shuangdan University? It’s much better.”

“Pingshan has better computer science programs, and it’s more suitable for our company’s future development. Besides, being Pony Ma’s junior at Pingshan University is like having the backing of a large company…”

“What does You Xi think? Is she willing to go?”

“She’s going with me.”

“Back when she could have gone to Qinghua University, she chose to stay with you… You’re only thinking about your own convenience, neglecting her future. Always letting others compromise for you…”

You Xi has already become the lady of C Station; how could that affect her future…

Xiang Xiaoxia thought for a moment after scolding Mei Fang, “Is it because you want Yuan to go to Pingshan University too?”

Mei Fang replied, “Yes, Pingshan University can offer me some privileges, which Shuangdan University cannot.”

This answer made Xiang Xiaoxia’s tone soften. Clearly, he wanted to break up with Yuan but not part ways.

“Does You Xi mind? She doesn’t object?”

“You act like you don’t know them well…”

“Well, as long as you three get along fine.”

Although Xiang Xiaoxia didn’t want her son to drift apart from Xia Yuan, since You Xi was his official girlfriend, she would advise him to fulfill his responsibilities if he resisted.

“By the way, Mom, we plan to buy a house in Pingshan.”

“Pingshan property? Do you have money to burn? Don’t you know how expensive it is there?”

“It’s still affordable now, just 2013.”

“Do you need a loan? Can your company afford it? Don’t cut off your financial chain.”

“You never follow up on my company’s news…”

Xiang Xiaoxia naturally felt proud of her successful son, “Before you buy a house, ask Uncle Xia. Your dad told me he has plenty of real estate in big cities and should be experienced.”

Mei Fang wondered why Yuan hadn’t mentioned this before, “I know, I’ll ask Uncle Xia when the time comes.”

“How is your relationship with him?”

“Not bad… I don’t dare bother him too much.”

“You two broke up amicably. There’s no animosity between you. Don’t overthink things.”

“Okay, I understand…”

“Speaking of which, New Year’s Day is coming soon. Since you don’t need to study, why not come back and visit?”

“We won’t go back… We’re doing well here.”

Just then, Lin You Xi brought a pot of soup to the table. Mei Fang couldn’t help but boast, “You Xi made lamb soup today. It’s delicious!”

“Brat, enjoy yourself! Treasure You Xi properly.”

Xiang Xiaoxia scolded Mei Fang, but hearing You Xi’s virtues, she must have been pleased.

Lin You Xi sat beside Mei Fang and spoke into the phone, “Aunt Xiang, we won’t be coming back for New Year’s. Are you and Uncle Mei and Xiaoya free? If so, come to Jiangcheng. We’ll host you!”

“Hmm… It’s been a while since we last saw you. Meeting once a year isn’t very exciting.”

Xiang Xiaoxia thought for a moment, “Why only invite us? Why not ask your parents to come too?”

“My dad and mom are traveling in Sanya. It’s quite warm there this winter…”

Since Lin Guochuan started taking care of his health after listening to his daughter, he often traveled with his wife Liang Meijuan.

Lin Guochuan and You Xi’s mother enjoyed riding motorcycles in their early days, but after having You Xi, they were busy making a living. Liang Meijuan had an unhappy marriage and rarely went out, so traveling was a new and exciting experience for both of them.

They became addicted to it.

Because You Xi was so understanding and cared for by Mei Fang, they traveled around China for half a year without returning home much.

“Oh, I see… That’s unfortunate.”

As Xiang Xiaoxia and Lin You Xi finished speaking, Xia Yuan jumped into the room.

“Aunt Xiang! Long time no talk!”

Xia Yuan took the phone from Mei Fang and greeted Xiang Xiaoxia, “Aunt Xiang!”

“How have you been?”

“Not bad, just a bit cold at night…”

Xia Yuan winked at Mei Fang, “I heard from inside that Aunt Xiang plans to visit this week for New Year’s?”

“Yes, why?”

“I invited my parents too… Do you mind?”

“Mind… what… hahaha, of course not!”

Xiang Xiaoxia smiled calmly, “We’ve known Teacher Yu and your father for years. You and A Fang have always been close. How could we mind?”

“That’s great. I’ll tell my dad to come directly. I’ll arrange hotel accommodation for you.”

“No need to go through so much trouble. Your place should be enough.”

“It’s too crowded… and it’s cold at home. We’ll go to a resort with hot springs and ski slopes. I’ll arrange everything. Come and relax!”

Xia Yuan warmly welcomed Xiang Xiaoxia, who was still in disbelief after hanging up.

Even if Yuan is close to us, she’s still the ex-girlfriend of my dog son.

How can an ex-girlfriend be so enthusiastic?

She hung up and saw Mei Lijun and Mei Ya looking at her with starry eyes.

“Wife, can we finally go to a high-end hotel for hot springs?”

“I want to ski—no, I want to see Sister You Xi and Sister Yuan!”

“You two are never enthusiastic about anything except eating and playing.”

Mei Lijun shook his coat proudly, “Of course not. Look at my frugal lifestyle. I’m afraid of being criticized for having problems.”

“Now my son makes money without me. Shouldn’t I let him treat me?”

“Usually, sons benefit from their fathers, but you’re the opposite. Aren’t you ashamed?”

“There’s nothing to be ashamed of!”

Mei Lijun had thick skin, “This child was raised by me. His success is closely tied to my guidance. I’m honored and feel no shame in benefiting from it.”

Mei Ya chimed in, “Exactly! Like me, I benefited from my brother. Others write clichéd essays like ‘My Bureau Chief Father,’ but I wrote ‘About My Brother Being the President of C Station’ and won first prize in a school essay contest.”

“I meant to say, your essay title is ridiculous. Teachers usually say titles shouldn’t exceed seven words. But you did benefit from your brother. Remember—”

Mei Ya imitated her father, “Remember, if your brother hadn’t won the lottery, you wouldn’t have been born, right?”

Xiang Xiaoxia hit both Mei Ya and Mei Lijun on the head and smiled helplessly, “You two are truly a pair of unique treasures.”

The previous chapter had some revisions. It is confirmed that they are going to Pingshan.

Pingshan University is a fictional university, currently at the level of a mid-tier 985 institution, with top computer science programs and the highest budget nationwide. The prototype is Shenzhen University.

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