Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2317 - 2253: Three Rumors

Previously on Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s...

Chiang Xiao identifies the immense value of a bracelet offered by Yang Zhiqi, leading her to question the potential risks and legalities of him gifting such an expensive item. Moved by her sincere concern for his well-being, Yang Zhiqi explains the item's history to reassure her and insists she keep it as a meeting gift. Despite Chiang Xiao’s hesitation and lack of experience with such generosity, Meng Xinian encourages her to accept the gift as Yang Zhiqi leaves the decision final.

At present, the value is around twenty to thirty thousand, but this jade bracelet is undoubtedly worth far more. Is it appropriate to accept such a lavish gift as a mere meeting present?

Raising an eyebrow, Meng Xinian gestured for her to approach him.

Chiang Xiao walked toward him, feeling a bit confused about his intentions.

As she reached him, Meng Xinian cupped her face and asked with a serious expression, "Chiang Xiaoxiao, explain something to me. Why are you treating a twenty or thirty thousand yuan gift like it’s worth hundreds of thousands? Why can't you just accept it?"

Considering she could sell a single painting for thousands of yuan, it didn't make sense for her to be so overwhelmed by thirty thousand.

Uh...

Chiang Xiao’s heart gave a sudden throb before she quickly countered, "I’ve heard that jade, much like gold, holds its value—actually, jade is even more precious. Don't people say that gold has a set price while jade is priceless? I believe if we keep this, its worth will only continue to skyrocket in the future."

Meng Xinian gave a nod of agreement.

"Just take it. At most... you can help him by preparing some ointment. Old Yang suffered a back injury in the past, and it flares up whenever the weather turns windy or rainy."

"Well... Grandpa Chen actually taught me a specific recipe for that, and I happen to have all the necessary ingredients."

"In that case, prepare a few batches for him and bring them along next time you visit."

Chiang Xiao shot a sideways look at Meng Xinian, instantly seeing through his scheme. "You just want an excuse for me to come back again soon, don't you?"

Meng Xinian pulled her into a hug, settling her onto his lap. Resting his chin against her shoulder, he let out a soft laugh. "You put so much effort into creating that green rooftop garden; you can't just walk away from it. You should come stay for a few days every now and then, perhaps on the weekends."

"I've already fertilized the garden, so it will grow perfectly fine even if I'm not here," Chiang Xiao replied. "Don't be lazy; remember to harvest the vegetables occasionally and cook for yourself."

When she mentioned fertilizing, she was actually referring to the layer of Spatial Black Soil she had spread.

Furthermore, those homegrown vegetables were far more nutritious than anything served in the cafeteria.

"I'm not going to cook. I'll just pick them and have Aunt Yang do the cooking. I'll eat over there and wait for you to come back and cook for me."

Chiang Xiao couldn't help but break into laughter.

"You might not realize this, but if it's just for Uncle Yang's ointment, I could actually finish making it tonight."

"You aren't allowed to stay up late tonight. You need to stay with me and sleep."

"Tyrant Meng, that's quite enough!"

Chiang Xiao gave him a sharp pinch. When he talked about sleeping, it wasn't merely rest—it was exhausting. They had been at it for two nights straight; what more could he possibly want?

"I heard that over the last couple of days, a rumor has been circulating around your camp that I’m some kind of tiger-woman, right?" Chiang Xiao suddenly recalled the matter.

Since her arrival, she hadn't visited the cafeteria and rarely ventured out, only taking long walks with Meng Xinian after dinner.

Because of the evening chill, they didn't encounter many people, though they did bump into a few others out for a stroll.

Everyone had been polite, but Chiang Xiao noticed their expressions were somewhat strange, even if they weren't malicious.

It wasn't until Dai Gang pulled her aside this afternoon to whisper the gossip that she realized three different versions of rumors had spread in just a few days.

The first version claimed that on the day she arrived, Meng Xinian had locked the door and scolded her until she cried.

The second suggested that after arriving, she caught Meng Xinian on a blind date and threw such a tantrum that Old Yang had to intervene to mediate.

The third rumor labeled her a tiger-woman, claiming that even the fearsome Tyrant Meng didn't dare raise his voice to her.