Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2257 - 2193: You Should Go See Him Too

"Shouldn't it be exactly like that?" Ah Liu laughed softly. "Naturally, it is also because of how well he treats my dear daughter."

At the start, he had felt a genuine pang of resentment. He had only just reunited with his daughter, yet another man already occupied her heart—a man who might even hold a more significant place than he did.

However, as those memories surfaced and he witnessed firsthand the devotion Meng Xinian showed toward Chiang Xiao, Ah Liu truly wished for their bond to grow even deeper and stronger.

He wouldn't feel any jealousy or bitterness, even if Meng Xinian’s status in Chiang Xiao’s heart surpassed his own.

Better than anyone else, he understood that Meng Xinian was the one who could truly walk beside Chiang Xiao for a lifetime.

While he was determined to labor for Chiang Xiao’s wealth and build up the power necessary to be her pillar of support, it was undeniable that he would not have the same amount of time or opportunities to be at her side as Meng Xinian would in the future.

"I'll likely be leaving the day after tomorrow," Chiang Xiao said with a nod. Though her face was still slightly flushed, she admitted openly, "I want to go see how things are progressing on his end."

"Mhm, just make sure to stay safe during your travels."

"I understand."

Chiang Xiao felt that she was relatively out of harm's way as long as she wasn't at school.

While she stayed home to organize the items Ah Liu needed for his trip to D State, Gao Wei had already arrived at the Youqingwei Teahouse.

Song Xingbai was currently off duty and was not present at the establishment.

Nevertheless, a sense of well-being washed over Gao Wei the moment he crossed the threshold. Even though this specific style of decor wasn't to his personal taste, the atmosphere strangely made even someone like him feel relaxed and comfortable.

A faint, pleasant aroma drifted through the teahouse, though it wasn't overpowering.

Air circulated freely between the front entrance and the rear window. Despite the chilly weather, a finely carved wooden screen had been left open, allowing a soft breeze to flow through and preventing the interior from feeling stagnant.

After he took a seat, a member of the staff quickly arrived with a warm towel so he could clean his hands.

Following this, he was presented with a tea menu that had been crafted with great care.

The upper portion of the menu detailed the various teas, while the lower section listed the available snacks.

Gao Wei found himself craving another taste of Flowing Years, as he had grown quite fond of it.

Still, he felt like exploring other options and eventually settled on a floral tea.

If the quality was good, he planned to bring Du Jinruo here next time. Thinking that she might also enjoy the refreshments, Gao Wei ordered three different types of snacks.

He chose the tea rice cakes, red bean, and honey treats.

When his order arrived, Gao Wei looked at the Purple Sand Teapot, the teacup, and the delicate, translucent bone china plates holding the beautiful snacks. As they were placed one by one on the rustic wooden table before him, he suddenly understood why the prices here were so high.

Damn, every single one of these items is a luxury good.

The owner of this teahouse is certainly loaded.

"Hey," he addressed the staff member, "aren't you supposed to warn me to be careful? These teapots and plates are expensive; what if I break them?"

The staff member paused, appearing momentarily confused by his remark.

She couldn't understand why she would need to say such a thing.

Gao Wei, who had been looking for a reason to find fault, saw her lack of comprehension and his face darkened.

"This is Purple Sand, isn't it? And this is bone china, right? These items are incredibly costly, yet you don't say a word. If a customer breaks them without knowing their value, wouldn't you just use that as an excuse to turn a profit?"

"Sir, I apologize; that was a lapse in our service. I will pass your helpful feedback along to the manager. I appreciate the reminder."

The staff member recovered quickly, hiding her brief moment of panic behind a professional and polite response.