Red Bean Lives in the Republic of China - Chapter 35.2

Chapter 35.2

After her son left, Mrs. He calmed down and thought about what happened at the birthday party tonight. Regardless of whether the call was from Miss Yu or not, just by looking at her son’s reaction, she knew that her son did have some feelings for Miss Yu.

Tonight, his son was nearly plotted against again. Her husband was shocked and angry and determined that this was a hidden danger. In order to prevent future troubles, he kept blaming his son for not wanting to have a girlfriend. And because this matter was repeatedly linked to Mingyi, even the eldest son seemed to have become suspicious of the second son.

Reflecting on it, Miss Yu at the birthday party was definitely a much-needed relief for the He family.

First off, her son had clearly developed some feelings for the girl. As a mom, while she wished for her son to tie the knot soon, she didn’t want him rushing into marriage just to get by. If they didn’t click down the line, it could ruin her son’s life.

Secondly, it wasn’t only Zhujun who noticed her second brother with Miss Yu; Lanzhi saw them too. Given Lanzhi’s nature, she would surely spill the beans to her brother later. This would be the perfect way to inform the eldest brother that the second brother didn’t have any unnecessary thoughts about his sister-in-law.

These thoughts raced through her mind, and a spark of joy slowly lit up her eyes. She turned to her husband and casually said, “Master was just a bit angry earlier. I forgot to mention something. There’s a Miss Yu from St John’s at the birthday party tonight. The second son seems to have feelings for her. Zhujun and Lanzhi both saw them together.”

Duan Mingyi still had some tears in her eyes, but after hearing this, her gaze shifted slightly.

“Miss Yu?” He Mengmei exclaimed, surprised. “Why didn’t the second brother tell us himself? Who is this Miss Yu?”

“Oh, she is a student at St John’s Education Department. I heard that she has excellent grades. Moreover, she is good-looking and has a generous personality. The second son pretended not to know Miss Yu in front of me but turned around and chatted with Miss Yu alone in the small living room. Later he personally sent Miss Yu to the garden. Doesn’t the master know the second son? He is smart in other aspects, but he has never been in love. I am afraid he is also confused in his heart. I think he has an idea but doesn’t know it yet.”

Hearing his wife’s words, He Mengmei’s expression softened a bit. “Where is Miss Yu’s residence?”

Mrs. He smiled and replied, “I’ve already inquired about it. Before her father passed away, he was the owner of Rongsheng Fur Shop. After her father passed away, there are only her widowed mother and brother at home. The last time Zhujun went to her house to deliver an invitation, she had a very good impression of Mrs. Yu. As for her brother, I heard that he is a sergeant in the International Settlement Police Department. Zhujun also said that when the birthday banquet was over, it was Miss Yu’s brother who came to pick up his sister in person. It can be seen that this family cherishes their daughter very much.”

He Mengmei held his pipe in his mouth and hummed. “Family background is secondary. There are many nobles from humble families, and there are always prodigals from wealthy families. The most important thing is good character. You have only met her once, so you can’t tell for sure. I will meet the second brother tomorrow morning and ask him. If it is convenient, please invite Miss Yu to our house for a good meal, and then we can take a closer look at her.”

Mrs. He smiled and said, “I think so too. The news about the second son and the eldest son’s wife is spreading everywhere. The master is upset, and the children are having a hard time. Since the second son has found someone he likes, why delay any further? It’s better to settle down as soon as possible – just in time to shut up those people outside. The second son is about to turn 24 and can get married. Although Miss Yu is studying, getting married won’t delay anything. At most, they can have children two years later.”

He Mengmei couldn’t help laughing and said, “Madam is too anxious. The servant just said that the person who called the second son was named Yu. Could it be this Miss Yu? It’s so late, and I don’t know what it is.” As he said this, there was a hint of surprise in his brow, and it was obvious that he did not approve of this approach.

Mrs. He said, “I don’t think it’s Miss Yu. They just talked in private for so long. Why did they have to wait until they got home tonight to talk over the phone? Miss Yu doesn’t seem confused. Doesn’t she know that doing so will cause gossip? Maybe it’s another friend with the surname Yu. I was just laughing at the second brother for losing his temper. He went downstairs to answer the phone as soon as he heard that it was someone with the surname Yu. It shows how much he cares about Miss Yu.”

He Mengmei: “Let the servant who just answered the phone come in.”

He Ningzheng’s face had become much happier by this time, and he continued with a smile. “Now that Madam has mentioned this, I am even more curious. I was busy entertaining guests at the birthday banquet just now, and I didn’t pay attention to the students of St John’s. I don’t know what this Miss Yu looks like.”

Duan Mingyi moved her body and smiled. “Ms Yu is very good at talking and is very popular in school. My fourth sister liked Miss Yu the first time she met her and praised her in front of me more than once.”

Mrs. He glanced at Duan Mingyi out of the corner of her eye. Before she could say anything, she saw the servant come in, so she asked hurriedly, “Who was the one who called just now? A gentleman or a lady?”

“It’s a gentleman. He just said it’s related to Inspector Wang Peter, and he wanted to talk to the second young master,” the servant replied.

Mrs. He secretly breathed a sigh of relief, and a smile returned to her face. “I said it would never be Miss Yu.”

He Mengmei nodded and said, “Ask the second brother tomorrow morning about this matter. Since he has a girlfriend, he should formally inform his family.”

As he was speaking, a servant came in and said, “The second young master is back.”

“So soon?” Mrs. He was surprised. “Then we don’t have to wait until tomorrow morning. Ask the second master to come at that time to meet us. We have something to ask from him.”

End of chapter 35

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