This seems illogical!
He knew a little about overseas countries. Although it wasn't as exaggerated as the legends, and many Chinese people who went there didn't fare particularly well, it wasn't to the point of being destitute, was it?
He also knew about the Chi family. He heard that the Chi family had overseas connections, and Old Master Chi's children seemed to be abroad.
Since this young man went abroad, he should have family to look after him!
And looking at Chi Yiyuan, this young man, although still young, looked like a shrewd person. He certainly wouldn't have a hard time making a good living abroad.
But this wasn't the main point he cared about. His main concern now was why Su Xiaocao wasn't at home.
Su Xiaocao was a girl who didn't have much of a life outside of school and home. She basically went from school to home.
By this time, she should have returned from school.
"Auntie, where's Xiaocao? Hasn't school finished yet? Should I go pick her up?" Su Dan Xiaoshuo
Gu Chengxuan asked Liang Xiu.
Liang Xiu and the others only then reacted. They had actually overlooked Gu Chengxuan.
He had kindly sent two children back and even picked up Old Master Chi. How could they have left him aside?
"Xiaocao went out and said she'd be back very late. You brought Xiaotian and the others back just now, right? Thank you so much. Stay for dinner at our house tonight. Chi Yiyuan is back too."
Liang Xiu smiled sincerely and invited him to stay with genuine warmth.
However, when Gu Chengxuan heard that Su Xiaocao wasn't home and would be back very late, he lost the inclination.
He had come to the Su family with only one purpose: Su Xiaocao.
He was indeed attracted to Su Xiaocao. For the first time in many years, his heart had been stirred by a girl.
He hadn't expected that this girl wouldn't fancy him.
This made him feel very frustrated.
Given his character, appearance, and family background, as long as a girl didn't already have someone in her heart, it shouldn't be too difficult to win her over.
He said somewhat dejectedly, "No, Auntie. Since Xiaocao isn't here, I'll come another day."
Although he had visited the Su family a few times, he wasn't very familiar with them. Tonight was clearly a family reunion for the Su family, and it would be awkward for him to stay.
Liang Xiu had a good impression of this young man but wasn't familiar with him, so she didn't insist when her invitation failed.
"Alright, I'll tell Xiaocao you came to look for her."
After a few more words, Gu Chengxuan left.
Liang Xiu saw him off and watched him get into his car, shaking her head slightly.
Such a good young man, why didn't Xiaocao fancy him? She always avoided him.
Perhaps she should talk to Xiaocao about this. It wasn't impossible for them to be together.
Work and other things could probably be resolved.
After thinking about this, Liang Xiu remembered Su Sangong.
Strange, why hadn't Sangong returned yet?
Should she call and ask if Sangong was coming back today?
As Liang Xiu thought about it, she called Su Xiaoqi to invite Du Tonghe and his wife over.
Since Chi Yiyuan was back, they should all gather together.
If the Shen Zizhen family didn't live so far away, she would definitely invite them over for a gathering too.
As for Chi Yiyuan, after changing his clothes and freshening up, he looked much more energetic than before.
Except for the initial period when Chi Yiyuan was truly down on his luck, he managed to get by after finding a part-time job.
The reason he appeared destitute to outsiders this time was partly due to the long flight. After getting off the plane, Chi Yiyuan rushed to find Su Xiaotian without taking the time to tidy his appearance.
After meeting Su Xiaotian, his girl had also manhandled his already not-so-good clothes.
This was like adding insult to injury.
Seeing Chi Yiyuan neat and tidy, Su Xiaotian felt much better.
It was only then that Su Xiaotian remembered that she had forgotten to ask along the way why Chi Yiyuan had suddenly returned.
Wasn't he going to study in Germany?
"Brother Yiyuan, why did you suddenly come back? Did you get your graduation certificate?"
Hearing his girl ask this, Chi Yiyuan's face lit up with a smile.
"Not yet. I plan to complete the four-year curriculum in two years, and then I can come back."
Chi Yiyuan said this with ample confidence.
In one year, he had already completed two years of coursework. With the remaining time, as long as he worked hard, returning in two years was not a dream.
"I came back this time because I found a part-time job, and I returned with the company's person in charge."
Su Xiaotian felt a little dejected when she heard that Chi Yiyuan was only returning temporarily.
When Chi Yiyuan was not around, it was one thing. Now that he was back, she realized how much she had missed him during the past year.
But why did he have to leave again after finally returning?
However, Su Xiaotian couldn't bring herself to tell Chi Yiyuan not to go back.
Since he was already studying abroad, he definitely had to get his graduation certificate.
Su Xiaotian knew very well how valuable overseas study experience was.
If nothing else, just look at Teacher Huo Sinian.
The whole family was very happy to hear Chi Yiyuan working so hard.
Only Chi Ge couldn't help but frown.
But because there were so many people, he didn't show anything.
Even with old friends he was close to, Chi Ge didn't want them to know about his family's petty affairs.
Family shame should not be aired.
He, Chi Ge, had been strong his whole life and couldn't afford to lose face.
Because Su Xiaotian was back from school, the Su family had prepared a lot of delicious food.
When Chi Yiyuan returned, Liang Xiu specifically prepared a few dishes that Chi Yiyuan liked.
The table was filled with an abundance of food.
Looking at this familiar scene, Chi Yiyuan's eyes couldn't help but feel a sting.
He hadn't experienced such a strong family atmosphere for a very long time.
The Su family wasn't complete today. The four brothers from Xiaoliu to Xiaojiu, along with Su Xiaotian, were present. The others were not.
Su Xiaocao also hadn't returned.
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Just as the Su family was bustling with activity, Gu Chengxuan, who was driving aimlessly around the streets, suddenly spotted the person he had been thinking about.
He quickly pulled his car over to the side, intending to get out and find her.
To his surprise, he saw a man walk up to Su Xiaocao, hand her an ice cream, and then show her the popcorn he was holding.
The man's back was to Gu Chengxuan, so Gu Chengxuan couldn't see him clearly.
However, he clearly saw the shy and bashful expression on Su Xiaocao's face.
Even from a distance, he felt as if he could see the light in Su Xiaocao's eyes.
He looked up and realized they were at the entrance of a cinema.
The entrance of the cinema was bustling with young men and women.
These two were also here to watch a movie!
In an instant, Gu Chengxuan felt that all his persistence and dedication over the past while had become a joke.
She already had someone in her heart.
He suddenly understood why he couldn't catch Su Xiaocao's eye.
Su Xiaocao had rejected him because she had a better option.
But who was this man? Was he from the capital too?