Back To The 80s: President's Doted Wife Chapter 1614 - 1615: Country Folk Visit the City

November had already arrived, bringing with it a biting chill and a couple of snowfalls to Qing City. The frigid temperatures made one yearn for the warmth of quilts and stoves. Consequently, as they prepared for their journey, everyone, except for Cheng Su who sported only a down jacket, was enveloped in thick cotton coats layered over sweaters.

However, upon disembarking the train, the immediate difference was striking to the two elder gentlemen. Both Father Cheng and Father Qi voiced their surprise, "Why is it so warm here?"

Mother Cheng and the rest of the group remained silent, their thoughts mirroring the elder men's. Considering Qing City was already experiencing snowfall, they couldn't fathom why Guangcheng felt so mild.

"This is the contrast between the North and the South," Cheng Su explained with a chuckle. "Our region experiences rapid and intense cold, and even the snow tends to be the dry kind. Guangcheng, being in the South, has a temperate, humid climate. It rarely snows here during winter." She added with a smile, "Many people say Guangcheng only has two seasons: summer and winter!"

"So, it never gets cold then?" Father Cheng inquired, his curiosity piqued.

"Not exactly. The cold in the South differs from the North; it's a damp sort of chill. When the true winter arrives, particularly with rain, that pervasive dampness penetrates deep into your bones, making it far more severe than the cold up North," Cheng Su elaborated, a smile playing on her lips.

"No way, I don't feel cold at all right now," Mother Cheng remarked, having already shed her cotton coat and settling for just her sweater.

"That's simply because the peak cold season hasn't arrived yet," Cheng Su replied. "You'll understand when the time comes."

She recalled vividly from her past life how the damp cold was a far greater torment than the dry, a truly bone-chilling experience.

A flicker of understanding crossed Mother Cheng's face, followed by a shrewd glance at Cheng Su. "Your explanation sounds like you've experienced it firsthand?"

Cheng Su let out a faint, sheepish sound, but the explanation was simple enough. "I visited here during the winter last year."

The reassurance finally settled over the group.

With a playful flick of her tongue, Cheng Su placed Qi Xiaoqi on her back and took the lead. The others followed, some laden with luggage. As they emerged from the train station, Cheng Yaozu was there to greet them, having arrived to pick them up.

After the initial greetings, Cheng Su inquired about Ying Xiaoya. Cheng Yaozu informed her that Xiaoya was occupied at the office for the day and would join them for dinner that evening.

"If she's too busy and tired, just tell her not to worry about coming," Cheng Su responded. "It's better for her to conserve her energy and be a beautiful bride."

With their wedding just three days away, prioritizing rest was crucial.

Cheng Yaozu's smile widened. "I've already told her the same. She mentioned she'll rest after completing the handover."

He then noticed the parents of the Cheng and Qi families observing the bustling scene of people and vehicles with evident curiosity. Spotting the clothes they carried, he chuckled, "Ah, so you all found it warm the moment you arrived, didn't you?"

"Indeed, we did," came the collective reply.

Cheng Yaozu added, "This isn't even considered particularly warm here. In Hainan, people are still wearing short sleeves right about now!"

Cheng Su turned to her parents with a smile. "Dad, Mom, since you rarely have the chance to visit, let's take some pictures."

This marked the first joint trip for the two sets of elders, and the grandeur of the city made capturing memories a fitting endeavor.

Cheng Yaozu searched through her bag for the camera, capturing a shot of each couple together, followed by individual husband-and-wife portraits, and finally, a large group photograph before leading them away.

"We've used over ten frames just like that; we should be a bit more conservative," Mother Cheng remarked.

"Mom, I intentionally bought several rolls of film. It's perfectly fine, and we can always purchase more if we run out," Cheng Su assured her with a smile.

Cheng Yaozu chimed in, "Auntie, please don't concern yourself with the cost. Take as many pictures as you wish. You've all dedicated most of your lives to hard work. Now is the time to indulge yourselves: travel, enjoy, and collect these photos as mementos. You'll have them to look back on and reminisce in the future."

His words, imbued with education and genuine consideration, instantly brought broad grins to the elders' faces.

As they settled into the spacious car Cheng Yaozu had arranged, another round of surprised exclamations arose. Mother Cheng jokingly declared them genuine country bumpkins entering the city, her hearty and forthright demeanor eliciting continuous laughter from Cheng Yaozu.