Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2328 - 2264: What Are His Thoughts?

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

Despite the shock of Officer Meng’s departure, Chiang Xiao maintains her composure and refuses to let her emotions spiral. She prepares for a high-stakes meeting with Li Hanzhong, managing her security detail and logistical needs with characteristic rationality. Upon arriving at a secure reception house, she successfully bypasses rigorous security checks, leaving her associates surprised by the extent of her high-level connections.

Word had spread earlier today that the Chief Alliance Officer and his spouse were hosting important guests at this location, meaning the entire area should have been under strict lockdown. How had Chiang Xiao managed to gain entry?

Just who was Chiang Xiao truly...

In the past, her true background remained a mystery to them; they had assumed she was merely the fiancée of Meng Xinian. Upon their arrival, they discovered she was a student of the arts, a celebrated young painter, and the proprietor of a sophisticated teahouse, but their knowledge ended there.

Was there even more to her identity that they were unaware of?

When Chiang Xiao located Li Hanzhong, he was resting in a private room alongside Ying Qiong. While Ying Qiong examined various documents, Li Hanzhong was occupied with reviewing several papers.

Detecting her entrance, Li Hanzhong offered a warm smile and gestured for her to approach.

"Our little princess has arrived."

Since when did Li Hanzhong speak to her with such playful affection?

Chiang Xiao realized instantaneously that the Lingzhi and the tea pillow had achieved the desired effect.

Naturally, she didn’t view this shift as being overly pragmatic.

After all, without the ties of blood or years of companionship, it was rare for someone to suddenly treat another with such extreme kindness and warmth for no reason.

There must be a foundation—something that proves a person is truly worth the association, making the relationship worth nurturing with one's genuine heart.

Is pure affection without a cause even possible? Unless two souls are perfectly in sync, such a thing is unheard of.

Furthermore, what she chose to offer was not restricted to material goods. If she lacked genuine liking for someone, she wouldn't bother giving them anything at all.

Consequently, Chiang Xiao truly valued the goodwill and sense of closeness Li Hanzhong was showing her.

"Uncle, Aunt."

Ying Qiong appeared just as thrilled to see Chiang Xiao.

"Little has come? Come here and let Auntie get a good look at you. I heard you visited Anbu? Xinian didn't bully you, did he?"

Li Hanzhong let out a soft laugh from the side. "How could Xinian ever bully her? He has always cherished her deeply."

"How has your sleep been, Uncle?" Even though Chiang Xiao could see the positive results, she still inquired with genuine concern.

"Good, very good," Li Hanzhong replied immediately with a nodding smile. "That pillow is so fragrant; I drift off to sleep just by smelling it."

Ying Qiong added her praise, "Yes, mine is wonderful as well. The fragrance is subtle, yet I find it lovely, and it helps me fall asleep in no time. I feel completely refreshed upon waking. Truly, a restful night ensures you stay energized throughout the day."

"We have our little princess to thank for that."

"Indeed," Ying Qiong agreed, taking Chiang Xiao’s hand to lead her to a seat. "Little, I brought the one I stitched for you. Be sure to take it home later."

"Thank you, Aunt."

"Look at you, child. It is Aunt who ought to be thanking you."

Following a brief chat, Ying Qiong turned the conversation toward Jiang Shiheng.

"Your father won't be returning to the Jiang Family until tomorrow morning, but rest assured, the Lu Family has sent people there to assist him."

She was already aware that Lu Shuangshuang had reached D State. Though she was temporarily prevented from entering the inn, Lu Shuangshuang had sounded neither irritated nor upset during their phone call; instead, she seemed joyful and full of excitement.

"Sister, I understand that Ah Heng still requires some time. It’s perfectly fine; I have waited all these years, so a few more days are nothing. I am more than happy to wait."

Those were the words Lu Shuangshuang had shared with her over the phone.

Because of this, Ying Qiong felt quite satisfied.

She did not notice, however, that upon hearing her mention the Lu Family, the expressions of both Li Hanzhong and Chiang Xiao shifted slightly.

The Lu Family...

What Chiang Xiao wondered was: what exactly are Father’s true feelings regarding Lu Shuangshuang?