CHAPTER 738: CHAPTER 738: I’M GOING BACK TO MY COUNTRY

She had her fill of rice, feeling quite full, and I must say, it’s been a while, but Meng Siyu’s cooking skills have improved a lot, especially this green pepper pork stir-fry, the taste is really good. Mixing the sauce from the stir-fry with the rice, she could eat two more bowls.

Country Y.

"What?"

Xiang Yazhi looked at Lian Qingqing in shock and disbelief, asking, "What did you just tell me, Qingqing?"

"I’m returning to Huaxia." Lian Qingqing repeated.

Xiang Yazhi couldn’t help but question herself, feeling as if she hadn’t heard correctly. She said, "Qingqing, you argued with your dad in order to study abroad, and now, it’s only been over two years, you haven’t even graduated yet, why do you want to return now?"

Originally, because of the plan to study abroad, the relationship between Lian Qingqing and her father, Lian He, became very cold. Now, knowing she hasn’t graduated yet, to suddenly say she wants to return, even Xiang Yazhi felt it was rather impulsive.

"Mom, I’ve more or less completed my studies here, and there’s no issue with my final thesis." Lian Qingqing had given her decision to return a lot of thought, and with her current situation, graduating early would be hard, but with some effort, it wasn’t impossible.

Anyway, academics is secondary, stabilizing Dad, winning his and Grandpa’s favor is what’s most important.

Without the identity of the Lian family’s daughter, she would be nothing.

"No, Qingqing, you only need to finish next year, if you graduate early now, wouldn’t all the previous efforts be wasted?" Xiang Yazhi felt that Lian Qingqing speaking all of a sudden about returning and graduating early was too rushed.

"Mom." Lian Qingqing interrupted her, looking at her with complexity. Once, she felt her mother was very supportive of her, always backing her first, even if sometimes opposed, but eventually agreeing.

She never thought she might not be the daughter of the Lian family.

Lian Qingqing lowered her eyes and sat beside Xiang Yazhi, hooking her arm, and said, "Mom, as long as I can graduate, even if it’s early, what does it matter? Mom, I want to go home. I want to come back and be with you. Don’t you miss me?"

"And Grandpa and Dad too, I haven’t been back for so long. Weren’t you always afraid Tang Yue might replace my place? Now that I’m returning, why are you reluctant?"

"Qingqing."

Xiang Yazhi was powerless against this coquettish tone used by Lian Qingqing, expressing her difficulty, "My agreement won’t do, it’s your dad who needs to agree. If he knows that you’re returning early, he might get angry."

"Dad loves me the most, he said he was angry before, but when I had my competition, didn’t he come as well?" Lian Qingqing mischievously blinked, flipping her long hair, and glanced aside, "Mom, you seem to be getting more beautiful. There are many stores in Country Y with really pretty clothes, should we go take a look together?"

If it were before, Xiang Yazhi dragging her shopping and buying clothes was always Xiang Yazhi pleasing Lian Qingqing. If Lian Qingqing said she didn’t want to go, Xiang Yazhi would go alone, and when she returned, she would bring something back for Lian Qingqing.

But knowing she’s not actually a child of the Lian family, Lian Qingqing was also willing to please Xiang Yazhi actively, suggesting to go shopping together.

"Okay."

Xiang Yazhi was instantly persuaded.

Lian Qingqing pleasing Xiang Yazhi was indeed very easy; catering to her tastes, after a whole day of shopping and spending quite a bit of money, it made Xiang Yazhi feel very comfortable.

Still, a daughter’s care is the sweetest.

Xiang Yazhi thought happily, asking, "Qingqing, what do you want to buy? I’ll buy it for you."

"Mom, I don’t want anything. As long as you and dad are happy together, I’ll be relieved," Lian Qingqing smiled faintly.

Xiang Yazhi was even more delighted by this, saying, "Don’t worry, although your dad and I had some tensions due to... that matter, from now on, we will be fine."

After appeasing Xiang Yazhi, Lian Qingqing began preparing for her return to Huaxia.

After a long night’s conversation with Lian He, he finally agreed to Lian Qingqing’s return, and the procedures at her school were also completed very quickly. This was partly due to her uncle Shen Jing’s help, otherwise, as a student from Huaxia, it wouldn’t have been so smooth.

The day of her return to Huaxia was quickly set. After preparing everything, Lian Qingqing was ready to say goodbye to Xie Ziyue.

"Brother Zi Yue." Lian Qingqing wore a checkered trench coat, which accentuated her slender and tall figure, her wavy long hair, and radiant smile, very much attracting attention.

Xie Ziyue, dressed in beige casual wear, often had a faint smile on his lips. His tall stature, even in front of Westerners, didn’t make him appear short. His demeanor gentle as jade, like a graceful aristocrat walking straight out of a painting.

"Qingqing." Xie Ziyue stopped in front of Lian Qingqing, his voice clear, his smile comforting like a spring breeze.

"Brother Zi Yue, I’m going back to Huaxia," Lian Qingqing stood in front of Xie Ziyue, shy and hesitant.

Xie Ziyue was somewhat surprised, asking, "Aren’t you graduating next year?"

"My grandfather isn’t very well back home, and besides, I want to graduate early and spend more time with them," Lian Qingqing put on a filial appearance, regretfully saying, "Brother Zi Yue, after returning, I won’t be able to accompany you hiking every weekend."

"That’s just right, I’m returning as well." Xie Ziyue shrugged, saying, "My mom has been unwell recently, so, I’m also finishing my studies early."

"What a coincidence." Lian Qingqing smiled, her eyes curving, even seeming to twinkle.

It must be said, Lian Qingqing’s appearance was very captivating, her beauty outshining Xiang Yazhi by several times, especially since Lian Qingqing was adept at disguising herself, always presenting herself as a filial, wealthy, knowledgeable, and courteous lady.

"It is indeed." Xie Ziyue nodded, his gaze resting on Lian Qingqing’s beautiful face.

Lian Qingqing hesitated, tilting her head to ask, "Brother Zi Yue, can I, in the future, visit you in Jin City?"

"Of course." Xie Ziyue said, "Whenever you want to visit Jin City, you’re always welcome to come and see me."

"Brother Zi Yue could also come visit Sea City. There are many specialties in Sea City, including seafood, all kinds of seafood, including your favorite oysters, freshly fished out of the sea, particularly fresh." Lian Qingqing enthusiastically recommended.

While clearly expressing anticipation for Xie Ziyue to visit Sea City, Lian Qingqing didn’t outright say it. Speaking of these foods, some scenic spots, even the hope in her eyes seemed to say ’hurry up and say you’ll come’.