Rebirth: He refused to Divorce Again

Chapter 2009: Chapter 2007: Forced Melons Are Not Sweet

We have to say, this child really has a lot of thoughts.

But this seems to have nothing to do with her not calling her family, right?

Although the topic was already discussed earlier, it’s not good to ask again. Gu Qiaoqiao thought for a moment but felt a bit worried, "Xiao Yu, but eventually they’ll find out, and by then, some of them will surely ask for your help."

Qin Xiaoyu blinked mischievously, "Sister-in-law, by then I’ll already have graduated, and we might be far apart, being together would be challenging. Even if we are together, it’ll depend on whether they’re worth helping."

Gu Qiaoqiao nodded secretly, indeed, Qin Xiaoyu is truly Qin Yize’s sister; they’re similar in some ways.

Qin Xiaoyu has grown up with her own ideas, and sometimes children at this age aren’t easily persuaded.

Upon further reflection, Gu Qiaoqiao felt that Qin Xiaoyu’s approach wasn’t wrong.

If Qin Xiaoyu were a high-profile person, it would be fine, but with her personality, knowing her family situation would surely bring a lot of troubles. It’s rather nice as it is now.

At least she’s enjoying a quiet and free college life.

So, Gu Qiaoqiao didn’t ask anymore, chatted about some family matters, and instructed her to come home immediately for the winter break, promising Qin Xiaoyu, Gu Qiaoqiao drove away from the university campus.

Returning home, when the office was closed, he retrieved the two amulets and handed them to Gu Qiaoqiao, without explaining how he obtained them.

Gu Qiaoqiao thought about it and didn’t ask either, then placed the two amulets in the space.

Earlier, mentioned Qin Xiaoyu’s matter to take note, asked him to look into someone named Qi Fangxiu.

Qin Yize expressed serious concern about this issue.

Gu Qiaoqiao watched his expression and said, laughing, "You don’t need to be so nervous, maybe it’s just a regular classmate, and when investigating this matter, absolutely don’t let Xiaoyu know."

Qin Xiaoyu would definitely be unhappy if she found out.

Qin Yize understood this logic too, and when investigating someone, he wouldn’t let the person or acquaintances know.

Qin Yize went to work, and Gu Qiaoqiao called Shen Manru, informing her that Qin Xiaoyu was doing well recently—busy at school with investments, exams, and planning the holiday—and then assured Shen Manru that Xiao Yu promised to come home immediately for winter break.

Over there, Shen Manru huffed, "That little girl, she thinks her wings are now strong enough to fly anywhere? Does she plan not to come back for winter break?"

Gu Qiaoqiao thought to herself, for Qin Xiaoyu, she could go anywhere during winter break.

Of course, she couldn’t say this out loud and instead smiled, "Mom, since Xiao Yu promised to return for the break, let’s wait a few days; after all, it’s only a week’s time."

Over there, Shen Manru sighed and said helplessly, "Alright, I understand. By the way, I bought a few things for Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei; I’ll go to the courtyard tonight."

"Let my dad come too, we’ll have dinner at the courtyard tonight."

Afterwards, Gu Qiaoqiao added, "I’ll be home in the afternoon and won’t go anywhere."

Shen Manru was pleased, "Then I’ll call your dad."

After finishing speaking, she hung up the phone.

At the Qin Family’s Courtyard, Uncle Wang’s wife, Auntie Wang, is responsible for the daily meals.

After all, for the Qin Family’s Courtyard, it’s where Old Grand Master Qin and Xiao Yuan almost always stay, but Gu Qiaoqiao and pay attention are only here intermittently, sometimes not returning the whole week.

Depending on these two for cooking for the Old Master would mean waiting to drink northwest wind.

Therefore, daily meals are Auntie Wang’s responsibility, Gu Qiaoqiao went to the kitchen and discussed what to prepare for dinner with Auntie Wang.

Then she called Qin Yize, asking him to take a detour to the old residence after work and bring Grandma Qin over, so she could stay here for a few days, as they would celebrate the New Year together anyway.

Life sometimes is full of dangers, yet sometimes it’s as calm as still water.

Upon learning Chang Qing had three days off, Gu Qiaoqiao called him and asked him out for a meal.

Yet, Chang Qing said he hadn’t seen Uncle Gu and Aunt Gu for a long time and missed them, so he wanted to go to Gu Garden.

Gu Qiaoqiao decided to buy groceries and also went to her family home.

Every time Gu Qiaoqiao went to Gu Garden, she brought Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei, and sometimes she left the kids at Gu Garden for several days.

Anyway, for Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei, Gu Garden, the Qin Family’s Courtyard, and the Qin Family Old Residence are all home to them.

Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei call Chang Qing their second uncle.

Little Uncle is Gu Zishu, younger than Chang Qing.

So, in terms of ranking, Chang Qing is their second uncle. Actually, Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei aren’t very familiar with this second uncle, but they can’t resist being sweet talkers. Their mom had them call this handsome younger uncle their second uncle, so, of course, they’re happy.

At this moment, Chang Qing had long shed the youthful naivety, growing into a young researcher capable of independently managing a research project.

His path is similar to his previous life, with not much change, though this time it’s better.

Not because Chang Qing still harbors other thoughts, but because he’s genuinely passionate about research work, thus still remaining single.

Lian Yuhong really has some suitable matches in mind.

She smiled warmly at Chang Qing, "Chang Qing, Aunt has a few good girls who would be perfect matches for you. During these days off, why don’t you meet them?"

Chang Qing blushed instantly, stammering, "Aunt, I...I don’t have time. Although I’m on leave these days, there are other things I need to do, and I’ll soon be returning to work."

"Even if you return to work, you can’t stay single forever. You should date; Aunt here is your home, Chang Qing. As long as you find the right girl, Aunt will help you marry her."

Chang Qing was blushing but was inwardly grateful.

The youthful crush was buried deeply in the corner long ago.

He knows, for Gu Qiaoqiao, he is just considered a brother like Zishu, and he can’t ruin this rare familial bond.

Besides, things in life should bring mutual joy, which can’t be forced; Chang Qing recently realized this when a female colleague confessed her feelings to him, but he honestly only saw her as a colleague, never having any other thoughts.

Moreover, there’s truly no feeling at all.

Even though the girl is indeed quite nice.

The old saying goes, "A forced melon is never sweet," probably expressing this concept. Not liking someone just means not liking them, which is not related to that person’s character or their feelings, purely a matter of freedom of emotions akin to an energy sphere.

This can’t be changed by human will, nor can it be controlled by people.