Rebirth: She is Ready for a Counterattack!-Chapter 462 - 461: Harmony

The usual things, as long as you’re a skilled masquerader, you can do them. The truly challenging part is when your own interests are at stake, like when you’re not chosen; what you reveal in those moments is the true reflection of your self-composure.

She couldn’t say it, even if it was Fang Shaonan, he might have a better chance.

In terms of looks, Fang Shaonan inherited his brother’s genes. In terms of scholarship, he studied abroad in the United States. In terms of fighting, he grew up in a military compound.

"You two, why don’t you say something to him."

At this moment, Li Xuemei came out wearing a snow-white dress, pointing at Gu Xiaoqing and Gu Xiaoying, and said, "This year, you must get into a college. If you get in, I won’t bother you, but if you don’t, see if I let you go out!"

Gu Xiaojie, upon hearing this, patted his chest and said, "Don’t worry, Mom, no problem, just you wait and see!"

Li Xuemei was too lazy to bother with the children’s matters any further. She spun around in her dress and smiled, "What do you think, Xiaoqing, does it look good? It’s just that I’m a bit old, embarrassed to go out wearing it."

"It looks great, how are you old! It suits you perfectly!"

Gu Xiaoqing seemed to remember something and took out a small box from her bag, then walked behind her mother.

"Exactly, if you’re going out, you should accessorize with something!"

"What is it?"

Li Xuemei was stunned for a moment.

All they saw was Gu Xiaoqing holding a brilliantly shining diamond necklace, hanging it in front of Li Xuemei’s chest, and smiling, "Of course, it’s this! If you don’t believe me, let Sis have a look and see if it matches."

Gu Xiaoying, while eating fruit, nodded and agreed, "It matches, it really does. Mom, put it on and let Dad see, it will blind his old eyes. Really, went out for a trip, how come you didn’t buy a pearl necklace for yourself."

"Really? Is it true?"

Li Xuemei, surprised and delighted, touched the diamond necklace on her neck and whispered, "It’s not cheap, is it, Xiaoqing?"

"Mom, why do you care about that? Just go show Dad and take a look in the mirror! Quick, quick, quick!"

Saying that, Gu Xiaoqing pushed her mother into the bedroom.

Then, a shout of surprise from Gu Ruhai came from the bedroom, followed by words of praise. Gu Xiaoqing came out with a big smile, then took something else out of her bag.

"Sis, this is for you and brother-in-law."

"What is it? Diamond ring?"

Gu Xiaoying, covering her mouth, touched the expensive-looking diamond ring in front of her and exclaimed, "You, how much did this cost? No, no, no, I can’t take this from you."

"Just put it on. You’re an old couple now, a change of rings can add a little surprise to a marriage, right?"

Gu Xiaoqing handed the pair of diamond rings to Gu Xiaoying.

Gu Xiaoying, with trembling hands, put them on. To be honest, as a mother, she never expected anyone to give her a diamond ring.

Recalling the past, tears began to well up in Gu Xiaoying’s eyes.

No matter what her sister did, her heart was always in the right place.

And her?

She thought her jealousy was too much, always feeling that the family revolved around her sister and that she was of no use.

But can jealousy compare to true affection?

"Sis, you’ve had it tough these past couple of years. I know you’ve been taking care of your in-laws and also worrying about Mom and Dad, it’s been hard on you both ways. This family couldn’t do without you," Gu Xiaoqing sincerely said, holding Gu Xiaoying’s hand. "Look, even your hands are a bit rough, you need to take care of yourself. Women should treat themselves better, and any chores you can pass on to Xiaojie now, he’s a grown man."

"Yeah, Sis, I can handle anything you throw my way."

Gu Xiaojie felt his Sister Xiaoqing was right, never once did he think the family was anything but a family because everyone was here together.

"Boo hoo, sis, sis, I’m sorry, I’m so sorry!" 𝘧𝓇𝑒𝑒𝑤ℯ𝑏𝓃𝘰𝑣ℯ𝘭.𝘤ℴ𝘮

Gu Xiaoying hugged Gu Xiaoqing and cried bitterly; she almost forgot when she last cried with her sister like this, without any barriers.

At this moment, Gu Ruhai and Li Xuemei walked out with a puzzled look and asked, "What’s wrong? Fighting?"

"Oh, Mom, Dad, we siblings are just having a private conversation, why are you eavesdropping?!"

Gu Xiaojie hurriedly ran over to push the elders back into the room.

Li Xuemei also noticed that it didn’t seem like a fight with Gu Xiaoying and felt reassured as she went back in; seeing the family ties mending was what she most looked forward to.

"Sis, how about we team up today? You be the chef and I’ll be your assistant, and let’s make a good meal? Let’s have Mom and Dad invite Liu Ming and the others over for dinner, okay?"

"Alright, but I’m afraid my cooking skills aren’t as good as yours..."

"Sis, what are you talking about? Weren’t you the one who fed us all when we were kids? Your cooking, in my heart, is the second-best in the world!"

"Second best?"

"Of course, Mom’s is the first!"

Pffft~

Gu Xiaoying broke into laughter through her tears and playfully tapped Gu Xiaoqing on the head, "You sweet-talking little girl. Oh right, invite your friend over too, isn’t she lacking in friends here in China?"

"Ye Mingyue?"

"Yeah, she’s a lovely girl, I really like her. But, I suspect she’s just casual with Gu Xiaojie, probably no chance there."

As someone who’s experienced, Gu Xiaoying naturally saw through it.

Gu Xiaoqing, being smart, didn’t even need to see it to know it wasn’t likely.

"Yes, no chance. Ye Mingyue is very accomplished, with high standards... Oh well, let Xiaojie figure it out himself, we can’t interfere."

"Then you wash the vegetables, and I’ll call Liu Ming and let him know."

Gu Xiaoying called Liu Ming, who thought about it and readily agreed, planning to pick up Gu Xiaoying on the way back.

Gu Xiaoqing also called Ye Mingyue to invite her over for a meal.

As soon as Ye Mingyue heard, she cheerfully agreed without hesitation, immediately responding with, ’I’ll be there in ten minutes’!

Gu Xiaojie overheard Gu Xiaoqing, immediately and eagerly asking if Ye Mingyue would also come.

This little guy seemed genuinely interested.

Once confirmed by Gu Xiaoqing, Gu Xiaojie almost wanted to worship at her feet.

As people gradually arrived, the Gu Family became lively again. Ye Mingyue was the first, followed by Liu Ming, although Fang Shaohan also came with Liu Ming.

Ye Mingyue shouted in surprise upon seeing Fang Shaohan, "Fang the Handsome, you came too?"

"Of course, I’m a regular here."

Fang Shaohan replied with a smile, then glanced towards the kitchen, where Gu Xiaoqing was indeed helping out.

Under Ye Mingyue’s surprised gaze, he first paid his respects to Gu Xiaoqing’s parents, then ran skillfully to Gu Xiaoqing and asked, "Is there anything I can help with? Gut the fish, devein the shrimp, or move the hot pot?"