Reborn in the 80s: The Smart Wife with a Secret Space Chapter 1167: Airport Pickup

The moment they exited the airport, Ling Wenhao, also there to pick someone up, came into view.

Xinyan turned to Jiang Peiqin, a playful glint in her eyes. "So, this is where you were waiting."

Despite her inner joy, Jiang Peiqin's concern for Ling Wenhao's health persisted. "Why did you rush over here? Weren't you supposed to be resting for a while longer?"

Ling Wenhao's gaze was filled with tender affection. "I drove, so it wasn't tiring at all. Don't worry."

Xinyan had no intention of taking the school-arranged bus back with her classmates, so she informed the team leader and the accompanying teacher.

Noticing that Jiang Peiqin and Ling Wenhao were finishing their conversation, she approached to greet him. "Brother Ling, it's been a while."

She deliberately avoided asking about his recovery to ensure his mood remained unclouded.

Ling Wenhao acknowledged Xinyan with a nod. "Thank you for looking after Peiqin for me."

Xinyan waved dismissively and smiled. "Brother Ling, I really don't dare to take credit for that."

It was He Jinxuan, standing nearby, who inquired, "How is your recovery coming along?"

Ling Wenhao offered a slight smile. "Quite well. Thank you so much for your help last time."

He Jinxuan glanced at Xinyan. "We're all friends, it's only right; no need for such politeness."

Xinyan and Jiang Peiqin exchanged a knowing look; it was clear the two men were unaware of the full story.

Observing Jiang Peiqin's questioning expression, Ling Wenhao elaborated, "When the accident occurred, Brother He happened to be in the area on business. He was the one who subdued those individuals, arranged for an escort to the hospital, and handled everything before departing."

Both Jiang Peiqin and Xinyan were genuinely unaware of these events.

Xinyan surmised that He Jinxuan's intervention likely stemmed from her friendship with Jiang Peiqin, though she also believed He Jinxuan wouldn't simply stand by if anyone else were in trouble.

However, the gratitude radiating from Jiang Peiqin was unmistakable. "I truly cannot thank you enough. I won't offer any more empty pleasantries—once Wenhao has fully recovered, we will treat you to a meal."

He Jinxuan accepted with a smile, making no refusal.

After a few more moments of casual conversation, they finally parted ways.

He Jinxuan loaded Xinyan's suitcase into the car, then turned back, his face alight with adoration. Seeing that no one nearby was paying them particular attention, he leaned in and whispered, "I've been waiting an eternity for you to return."

Xinyan smiled and inquired, "Did you miss me?"

At this, He Jinxuan's heart quickened its pace.

Usually reserved with tender words, he now replied, quite uncharacteristically, "Yes, I did. I missed you terribly."

As he spoke, he moved forward slightly, a hint of shyness in his demeanor, and opened the front passenger door. "Get in. Let's head home."

Xinyan responded with great enthusiasm, "Okay, let's go home."

He Jinxuan started the engine. "My parents had intended to come pick you up as well, but circumstances shifted."

Waving goodbye to Jiang Peiqin and the others who were also preparing to depart, Xinyan replied, "I was only gone for a few days. Whether they came or not doesn't matter; we'll see each other tonight regardless."

As the car pulled away from the airport, the couple engaged in conversation, catching up on the recent events.

Upon arriving at the Gu Family's ancestral home, the elder couple, along with Han Chaojun, were already waiting at the gate.

Xinyan opened her car door and stepped out. "Grandpa, Grandma, I'm back."

Clapping her hands, she reached for Han Chaojun, who was in her grandfather's arms. "Little Junjun, your sister is home. Did you miss me?"

The little boy blinked his large eyes at Xinyan and, with a smile, extended his tiny hands towards her.

Old Madam Gu observed the scene with a warm smile. "This little one is quite perceptive. The moment your grandpa mentioned you were returning, he refused to stay indoors."

Xinyan chuckled as she affectionately ruffled her little brother. "Our Junjun is truly a smart boy."

It was likely due to Gu Wanqing's constant consumption of ingredients from the mystical space during her pregnancy that the boy's constitution, appearance, and intelligence far surpassed those of children his age.

While carrying the luggage from the car, He Jinxuan advised, "It's quite hot; you should all go inside where it's cooler."

At that moment, the household staff responsible for cooking and cleaning, alerted by the arrival, emerged to assist with bringing the luggage into the house.

As they stepped inside, the telephone in the living room began to ring.

Old Madam Gu walked towards it with a smile. "That must be your parents calling."

The moment the receiver was lifted, a voice emanated from the other end. "Mom, has my young lady returned home yet?"

Old Madam Gu’s countenance broke into a wide smile. "She just arrived, so rest assured. Return early tonight. I’ve already instructed your father to inform your Big Brother and Chunxue’s families, along with Aunt Zhang. We’re preparing a welcome-back dinner for Yanyan tonight."

Upon hearing that his young lady was home, Han Jingchen’s heart finally found peace. "Then I will trouble you with all the arrangements, Mom. Mom, I cannot speak with Yanyan at this moment; I must enter a meeting room. I will hang up now."

Just as Xinyan reached for the phone, intending to exchange a few words with him, all she heard was the distinct sound of a call being disconnected.

Old Madam Gu chuckled, "He likely slipped away to make that call."

She had barely placed the receiver down when the phone rang once more. Old Madam Gu smiled knowingly. "This must be your mother calling."

She answered the call with a pleasant expression, but as soon as the words from the other side reached her ears, her demeanor shifted dramatically.