Chapter 819: Chapter 819: Strength Speaks Chapter 819: Chapter 819: Strength Speaks Knowing that the Xiao Family would feel uncomfortable staying in her main house, Luo Qiao had them stay in the secondary courtyard, calling Rong Daniang to have several rooms cleaned out for them.
It just so happened that Xiao Ya was to be married from the secondary courtyard on the ninth day.
Once Xiao Ya entered the courtyard, she said, “Qiaoqiao, I actually really like this kind of courtyard too. It’s so pleasant to enjoy the flowers in spring, avoid the heat in summer, reap the harvest in autumn, and walk on snow in winter. Just thinking about it makes one feel great.”
Following her, Luo Xuyuan looked at the yearning on Xiao Ya’s face and said softly, “If you like it, we could buy a courtyard like this too.”
Hearing Luo Xuyuan’s words, Xiao Ya immediately waved her hands: “No, no, no, I was just saying. A courtyard like this must cost a lot of money. Don’t take it seriously.”
Luo Qiao, however, said, “Second Brother, if you have some spare cash, investing in a few properties isn’t a bad idea. House prices have been rising lately.”
Hearing his sister’s words, Luo Xuyuan kept the thought in mind. Since both Xiao Ya and his sister liked this kind of house, he should have enough money to buy two such courtyards.
The Xiao Family hadn’t expected Luo Qiao to live in such a large courtyard and, from their conversation just now, it seemed that the house belonged to Luo Qiao herself.
But that wasn’t the most important thing. What really mattered was the son-in-law’s tone; it seemed like it wouldn’t be a big issue for him to buy such a house. Could this money be from the Luo family’s father’s embezzlement? Otherwise, why speak of it so lightly? They started to worry a bit.
When Luo Qiao turned around, she saw the curious looks Mr. and Mrs. Xiao gave each other and knew what they were thinking. It was not a secret; her second brother was indeed capable.
So, she spoke up, “My second brother has started a company with a friend, and it’s doing quite well. So, if my sister-in-law likes this kind of house, my brother has the ability to satisfy her.”
At this point, Mr. and Mrs. Xiao also realized they might have misunderstood and said a bit sheepishly, “It’s good to be down-to-earth, really down-to-earth.”
Xiao Ya also understood why Luo Qiao had said what she did, “Mom, Dad, what are you thinking? Qiaoqiao can afford this house because she has been writing novels, having published five books by now.
Not only has Xuyuan started a company with friends, but he also often designs products for machinery factories, and they pay him design fees or sales dividends.
How about that, isn’t your daughter also particularly discerning? Aren’t my brother and I amazing?”
Seeing their daughter’s proud expression, Mr. and Mrs. Xiao laughed and said, “Yes, very impressive indeed.”
Rong Daniang came out of the house, all smiles: “Come in, please, sit down inside.”
Luo Qiao stepped forward, “Thank you for your hard work, Daniang.”
Rong Daniang smiled, “It’s no trouble at all, this is what I should do.”
Luo Qiao chuckled and added, “The rest of the guests won’t arrive until the day after tomorrow, we only need two rooms today, thank you and Elder Rong for looking after us these next few days.”
Rong Daniang smiled broadly, “It’s perfect, our courtyard has become lively. You first take them to check the rooms, I’ve got food simmering on the stove, come and eat once you’re settled.”
Luo Qiao nodded and led the others to the rooms, “Uncle, Auntie, you’ll be staying here these days. When relatives and friends from our family arrive the day after tomorrow, I will take you to meet them. If there’s anything you need, just say so, and please don’t be shy.”
As they were settling in, Rong Daniang served up the meal.
After eating, since they couldn’t meet again before the wedding, Luo Xuyuan, when departing, gave Xiao Ya a myriad of instructions, amusing Mr. and Mrs. Xiao and completely reassuring them.
Their daughter was always laid-back and sometimes a bit forgetful, and her husband must know this about her, which was why he was so insistent with his admonitions.
After Luo Xuyuan left, Luo Qiao said, “Uncle, Auntie, you must be tired from these last few days. Rest for a while, you can take a walk nearby this afternoon, and let’s have a good tour of Capital City tomorrow.”
Xiao Ya took her parents into their room, while Luo Qiao turned back to her own room to change into a different set of clothes, grabbed her backpack, and after greeting Rong Daniang, went out of the courtyard.