Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2612 - 2548: A Guarded Visitor

Tomorrow?

Should she head over to check it out?

After all, Tiezhu had tossed that little iron bead—which she'd deceived him into thinking warded off ants—straight into the seaside cottage.

At that moment, she could dash right to the house in no time, separated from D State by just a narrow strip of ocean.

Her analysis showed the Lu Family and Lu Shuangshuang weren't aiming at the Jiang Family primarily, but at Jiang Liu instead, stirring a twinge of unease in her.

Regarding the writings inside the iron box she held, precisely when had Jiang Liu jotted them, and with what emotions and motives?

Truth be told, she yearned to find out as well.

Especially since her own birth mother remained a mystery to her still.

Chiang Xiao slipped the notes back inside the box, left Red Bean within the scent sachet, sealed the iron box lid, and tucked it away into her space.

No dreams haunted her that night, and reflecting on it left her feeling quite content.

Sunday had arrived today. No classes for her, yet soon after rising, washing up, and eating breakfast, knocks sounded at the door.

Right as Chiang Xiao moved to answer, Ding Haijing vaulted over from the neighboring wall.

"Why are you over there?" Chiang Xiao stared in shock.

"You've purchased this side's house anyway, right? You mentioned we couldn't linger at home overnight, but with Commander Meng away and you alone here, how could we rest easy? So, I'll bunk next door temporarily. Shout if trouble arises."

Chiang Xiao could only smile helplessly.

"But renovations are starting over there soon."

"No work happens at night. A simple plank to lie on suits me fine. Weather's warming up—no risk of chills."

Ding Haijing stated it so reasonably, brooking no denial from her.

"Refuse if you like, but phone Officer Meng and ask his opinion."

Chiang Xiao: "..."

How was she supposed to locate Great Officer Meng right now?

Moreover, she could predict that consulting Great Officer Meng would yield his approval anyway.

Ding Haijing's pattern of jumping in first then explaining later proved truly irksome, his self-assurance shining through boldly.

Where on earth had this fellow sprung from?

Why did he constantly leave her feeling a bit helpless?

"Knock, knock, knock."

Door raps grew more insistent.

"I got it." Ding Haijing headed to the entrance as he spoke.

Door swung open, and upon spotting the guest, Ding Haijing's heart clenched abruptly.

Sensing the shift, Chiang Xiao glanced over too, spotting the bearded fellow.

Shock hit her as well.

Hu Xiangyong!

What brought him to her home?

On pure reflex, Ding Haijing sidestepped to shield the doorway from Hu Xiangyong's prying eyes.

Chiang Xiao had no moment to commend Ding Haijing's quick move. The instant he obstructed the sightline, she spun into the living room, grabbed perfume, and doused herself completely.

Not intending to step out, she'd skipped perfume earlier, but now saw her guard had slipped too far.

Hu Xiangyong showing up unannounced at the house was the last thing she foresaw!

Post-spray, she scanned the living room swiftly and whisked away the premium teas she'd been sipping.

Being her private space, she'd kept a couple cans of top-grade tea exposed—far superior to Youqingwei's wares. Yet she absolutely refused to let Hu Xiangyong glimpse them now.

"Who're you here for?" Ding Haijing eyed Hu Xiangyong with deliberate rudeness and edge.

On purpose, no doubt.

Playing gruff to conceal the keen glint in his gaze.

Never crossed paths with this guy before, yet his vibe echoed that incident at the art academy.