Dong Bijun’s fiftieth birthday
Let alone the invitation in person, Xiao Zheng had never even heard Lin Huayin mention this matter. The reason why he responded to Lin Xiaozhu in this way was purely because he was afraid that Lin Xiaozhu and Dong Bijun would have conflicts because of him.
He understood Lin Xiaozhu's personality and knew what a virtuous and virtuous mother Dong Bijun was in her heart. As a brother-in-law, Xiao Zheng really doesn't want to and can't be this bad guy.
"Are you always so calm when you lie?"
Suddenly, Lin Huayin's rather cold question rang in his ears. Turning his head slightly, a helpless smile appeared on his face: "You must know about this, right?"
Lin Huayin nodded lightly.
"It's her birthday in two days. Why didn't you tell me in advance?" Xiao Zheng said with a subtle expression. "No matter what, she is the elder after all."
"I said. Will you go?" Lin Huayin asked. A look of confusion flashed across his eyes.
"Why don't you go?" Xiao Zheng said with a smile. "How can such a big scene and such an important occasion be without me?"
"She didn't invite you." Lin Huayin's eyes darkened and he said in a very cold tone. "She just sent me an invitation."
"Hi. It's not like she doesn't know our relationship. Besides, for such an important occasion, you should always need a male companion, right?" Xiao Zheng waved his hand, trying to lighten the atmosphere. "Is it possible that if you go, I can still stay at home?"
"I don't plan to go either." Lin Huayin said expressionlessly.
"This is not good." Xiao Zheng frowned slightly and persuaded. "I heard from Xiaozhu just now that this is a birthday party organized by your father. Big bosses from all over the country will attend. I guess even oligarchs like Lu Dashan are participating. As the daughter of the Lin family, it seems too stingy for you not to go. It doesn't make sense."
Lin Huayin turned her cold eyes slightly and looked at Xiao Zhengdao: "You haven't had enough last time?"
When Xiao Zheng heard this, his expression was slightly startled, then he shook his head and smiled: "What's this? I've suffered a lot in my life, and this is just a drop in the bucket. In addition, I just promised Xiaozhu. If I don't go , she will not forgive me as a brother-in-law."
Xiao Zheng was afraid that if the conversation continued, it would arouse Lin Huayin's anger again. He simply drove home without giving her a chance to speak.
Along the way, absolute silence was maintained in the carriage. Not only was Lin Huayin silent, but Xiao Zheng, who was always talkative, was uncharacteristically afraid to say anything. I'm afraid that Lin Huayin's explosive bag will be released soon.
Although Xiao Zheng is not a person who takes too much heat, he has never been a coward who has a warm face but a cold butt. But sometimes, if there are some things that can be stabilized by being patient, he doesn't mind being a doormat.
Of course, the most important thing is that Xiao Zheng is always worried that Dong Bijun's existence will become the fuse for the Lin sisters' relationship to break up. This time, if an irreconcilable conflict arises because of a birthday party. Xiao Zheng couldn't take the blame, and he didn't want to be the sinner.
After returning home, the two of them, who were in beautiful moods after a day of shopping, kept silent in a tacit understanding. Take a shower, take a shower, work on the documents. The atmosphere was oppressive and suffocating. But both of them, who were silent, knew that as long as they continued on, conflicts and ups and downs like this were inevitable. Even more.
When the two of them were lying quietly on the bed, Xiao Zheng shamelessly went to grab Lin Huayin's palm, but the other party quickly broke away. He seemed to be in quite a bad mood.
Xiao Zheng smiled bitterly, not daring to push the envelope further. He just changed his sleeping position and said softly: "Go to sleep."
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Ever since Dong Bijun drove away Ye Yuhua and accompanied Lin Chaotian to work hard to become a big country, her position as the first lady has been secure and no one can shake it. It is precisely because of this that Lin Xiaozhu can grow up healthily in an environment without negative energy. Even every time I meet Ye Yuhua, I would call her aunt affectionately. In the eyes of outsiders, the Lin family is harmonious and friendly, and does not scheming and vying for power like other wealthy families. But only those who really know the inside story know that Dong Bijun can never trust Ye Yuhua, who has been living in seclusion in the mountains for more than 20 years. And every year he goes up the mountain to pay New Year greetings. One is to pray for the Lin family's safety, and the other is to warn Ye Yuhua. As long as I, Mr. Dong Bi, are here, the Lin family will never have a place for you, Ye Yuhua, to stand.
Xiao Zheng was initially deceived by Dong Bijun's gentle and virtuous attitude, thinking that she had impressed Lin Chaotian with Lin Xiaozhu's reputation as a good wife and loving mother. But actually? Just like what many big shots said to him: The woman who can defeat Ye Yuhua, the Queen of Yanjing, will be a simple woman? Can a woman who has been by Mr. Lin's side for more than twenty years be a good man and a woman of faith
Xiao Zheng didn't want to have any dispute with this woman, firstly for Lin Xiaozhu's sake, and secondly, for Lin Huayin's sake.
Of course, if you get to the bottom of it, he doesn't care what Lin Chaotian thinks of him, nor does he care whether he can get his approval in the future. As for Mr. Dong Bi, he didn't care even more. But he definitely didn't want the Lin sisters' deep relationship to be destroyed and collapse overnight.
And Mr. Dong Bi is the most critical link.
Only by coaxing her well can you save the situation and control it as much as possible.
The so-called coaxing means accommodating, it means putting a hot face on a cold butt, it means being a grandson in front of her, not hitting back or scolding her back.
Anyway, they don't see each other every day. The positive brother Azheng believes that he will not become psychologically distorted by being teased and humiliated so many times.
In the past two days, in addition to going to work and handling some urgent documents, Xiao Zheng spent more time selecting gifts. After all, it is the birthday banquet of the First Lady of Yanjing, and the person giving the gift must be either rich or noble, so the gift must be both thoughtful and valuable. Only in this way can you stand out and show your sincerity. If not, people will inevitably think that he is a country boy, has no vision and no sense of taste, and is reluctant to spend money.
On the night of the birthday banquet, Xiao Zheng and Lin Huayin first went home to pick up gifts, and then started to change clothes. Lin's painting sound was simple. He just put on a decent evening dress and paired it with some expensive but low-profile jewelry, and the task was completed. On the contrary, Xiao Zheng, who should be more happy, was in trouble.
"The temperature is not low now. Wearing a suit and leather shoes does look formal, but it is a bit hot, and I am afraid that others will laugh at me. I am a countryman who has never attended a high-society banquet. I should wear less clothes, and it will not look like I don't respect this rich and famous person. It’s a big party. It’s such a headache.” Xiao Zheng stood in front of the mirror and kept changing his clothes, trying to perfect himself.
"Is it important?" Lin Huayin, who was pulled aside by Xiao Zheng to offer advice, asked coldly. "Who cares about you?"
When Xiao Zheng heard this, his face darkened slightly, and then he grinned as if he had changed his face and said, "That's it! It's dignified yet elegant, and the tie at the collar has a hint of mischief. It matches my temperament very well."
After that, he slowly turned around, raised his arm and smiled at Lin Huayin: "Old Lin, let's go? It's time for a luxurious feast!"
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