Reborn in the 80s: The Smart Wife with a Secret Space Chapter 1353: You Said It Yourself

Originally, Xinyan wanted to have the restaurant prepare some semi-finished dishes so they would just need some finishing touches, but He Jinxuan didn’t agree. He said, "It’s just the two of us, it won’t be much trouble. You can just keep me company, I can handle it myself."

Once the two discussed it, the menu was set: Braised Pork {symbolizing good fortune}, Mouth-watering Chicken {symbolizing prosperity}, Eight Treasures Rice {symbolizing rising success}, Orange-flavored Chicken Wings {symbolizing flying high}, Cold Tossed Cabbage {symbolizing wealth}, and finally, the dish taken from the space was Cucumbers made into Silk-cloth Cucumbers {symbolizing abundance}.

Of course, these meanings were explained by Xinyan to He Jinxuan. He Jinxuan was surprised to hear about such interpretations, and his mindset while cooking changed.

With a cherished companion, he cooked more effortlessly.

Xinyan tried hard to participate, and He Jinxuan finally allowed her to help prepare the seasonings, but he wouldn’t let her touch the washing, chopping, or frying of the food.

The two chatted and laughed, and all six dishes were prepared. Jinxuan worried about Xinyan not liking the smell of tea, so he gave her a task.

After Xinyan went back to her room, she made a round of calls to greet the He Family, Han Family, Gu Family, Zhang Family, and Ye Family, then took a short nap. By then, He Jinxuan had finished preparing the New Year’s Eve dinner.

He Jinxuan brought over red wine and orange juice, "Yanyan, since you’re pregnant, you shouldn’t drink alcohol. I’ll pour you a glass of orange juice."

This orange juice was freshly squeezed by He Jinxuan from oranges taken from the space by Xinyan, "Taste it and see if you want me to add some powdered sugar."

Xinyan took a small sip, "No need, the balance of sweet and sour in this juice is just right."

He Jinxuan raised his wine glass, "Yanyan, I toast to you, thank you for staying by my side, thank you for being willing to bear our children. I won’t make verbal promises, anyway, our family’s assets are under your name, if one day I upset you, feel free to do whatever you deem fit."

Xinyan’s lips curved into a smile, "You said it."

He Jinxuan raised his glass, clinking it against Xinyan’s orange juice glass, "Yes, I said it. I’ll finish my wine, you can drink your orange juice at your leisure."

Xinyan understood the meaning behind his words. After all, when she reunited with her dad, Jinxuan worried for a long time, fearing she might want to break up because of the change in her identity. Later, when her mom returned from abroad to establish Da Gu Company, Jinxuan was even more concerned.

He probably never thought that neither she, nor her parents, or even her grandparents looked down on him, but progressed from scrutiny to acceptance instead.

Now they have not only formed a family but are also expecting a baby, and He Jinxuan’s efforts have shown some results. He truly wants to treat her well.

The two exchanged a distant smile, everything was enveloped in warmth.

Since Xinyan is pregnant, He Jinxuan didn’t let her stay up for the New Year vigil. By ten o’clock, he had already wrapped the dumplings to be eaten in the morning and let her wash up and go to sleep.

After tidying up, He Jinxuan set off firecrackers before returning indoors, watching Xinyan sleep peacefully, gently touching her still flat belly, his face full of tenderness.

Early the next day, after breakfast, the two went to their mentor’s house since this year his children couldn’t make it again, and today they had arranged among their group to visit at noon.

Xinyan packed the specially prepared ginseng slices into a box, knowing that gift-giving is inevitable during the New Year, she had Ling Tianze customize gift boxes and bags that indeed looked classy.

They also brought along some rare-to-find Southern fruits.

When they arrived, unexpectedly, Shen Guqing was already there before them, "Senior sister, you’re here so early?"

Shen Guqing jokingly said, "I can’t always be behind on things, otherwise what if the mentor’s wife only favors you all?"

Her words made everyone laugh.

Xinyan handed over the prepared ginseng slices, "Madam, these are self-made ginseng slices, you and the mentor should have one each day."

Mr. Du examined them, "Not bad, the medicinal properties haven’t been lost, and the processing technique is unique."

Mrs. Du glanced at him, not forgetting to tease with a smile, "It’s the New Year, yet you can’t let go of your old habits. I really admire you."