Chapter 480: Providing Travel Expenses

Chapter 480: Providing Travel Expenses

After chatting with Bai Zhi for a while, Lu Shan's mood improved significantly.

When Xie Yun went to the kitchen to serve the dishes, she saw a smile on her daughter's face.

Seeing her daughter in a better mood, Xie Yun, as a mother, naturally felt more relaxed as well.

Now that their son has recovered and has a happy family, all their thoughts are now focused on Lu Shan.

They were really worried about her busy work schedule and excessive worry, which would eventually leave her physically and mentally exhausted.

One day my body will give out.

Xie Yun knew that Lu Shan's improved mood was definitely due to her conversation with Bai Zhi earlier.

They are both doctors, so they have common topics to discuss. Plus, being girls themselves, they might be able to talk about things related to relationships.

Xie Yun watched Bai Zhi carrying the fish out and couldn't help but say, "Xiao Zhi, thank you. You see, chatting with your sister for a while has improved her mood."

"Mom, what's there to regret? We didn't talk much anyway." Bai Zhi smiled brightly, then took the fish out.

Aunt Zhang was cooking dumplings in the pot. Watching Bai Zhi leave, she wore a warm, aunt-like smile. She said to Xie Yun,

"If you ask me, Xiaozhi is truly a lucky star in our family. Since she came, the old chief has been smiling more. Xiaoye's health has also improved, and even the second wife's illness was cured by her. Everything is getting better."

Xie Yun agreed, "Yes, this child is the Lu family's lucky star."

She couldn't imagine what her son would be like now if it weren't for this daughter-in-law.

Whether that life can be saved is another matter.

After Zhang Ma cooked the dumplings, Lu Shan took them out.

Xie Yun was still standing there in a daze when Zhang Ma said...

"Madam, please go and eat."

Hearing Zhang Ma's voice, Xie Yun nodded, "Okay, you eat too."

When Xie Yun arrived at the dining room, everyone was already seated.

"Teacher Xie, please have a seat."

Ye Tiandong politely tried to get up, but Xie Yun quickly said, "Mr. Ye, please sit down, don't get up."

She sat down next to Lu Zheng'an.

“Tian Dong, once your business expands to the South City, you’ll inevitably be coming here often,” said Old Master Lu. “When you come to the South City, you should come home for a meal. We’re family now, so don’t be shy.”

“Alright, Elder Lu.” Ye Tiandong nodded. “I’ll definitely come and bother you often in the future.”

"Everyone, eat up!"

At the dinner table, Wang Shufen and Lu Hai were also very enthusiastic towards Ye Tiandong.

No one has ever seen Wang Shufen be so enthusiastic towards anyone before.

It's clear that she genuinely respects Bai Zhi's relatives.

Ye Tiandong looked at the table full of chicken, duck, fish, and steaming dumplings.

My feelings were mixed, and I was deeply moved.

The level of hospitality the Lu family showed him depended on Bai Zhi's status within the family.

Lu Zheng'an also brought out some wine, but Ye Tiandong only toasted with everyone out of courtesy and didn't drink any more.

He still needs to study the renovation plans himself at night, so he can't drink too much.

The important thing is not to be impolite.

After dinner, since it was still early, Grandpa Lu insisted on playing a game of chess with Ye Tiandong.

Ye Tiandong had no choice but to respectfully comply.

"Alright, then I'll make a fool of myself."

The rest of the family members weren't very interested in playing chess.

However, to show respect for Ye Tiandong, Lu Zheng'an and Lu Hai stood aside and watched the game.

Bai Zhi also watched with great interest.

"Xiao Zhi, come on, let's go inside and sit for a while."

Xie Yun patted Bai Zhi's shoulder lightly and whispered.

Bai Zhi turned around and met Xie Yun's gaze, then replied, "Okay."

She followed Xie Yun to Xie Yun's room.

As far as I can remember, it seemed to be her first time entering her in-laws' room.

Previously, there was basically no need to come to their room.

The room of my parents-in-law is not big and is simply furnished.

A wardrobe and a bookshelf.

It was filled with books.

"Mom, is something wrong?"

There was only one chair by the bookshelf in the room, and Bai Zhi was too embarrassed to sit down, so she stood there, waiting for Xie Yun to speak.

"Something came up." As Xie Yun spoke, she took an envelope out of the drawer.

Upon closer inspection, there was a thick wad of cash inside.

Xie Yun said, "This is the travel money your father and I gave you for your trip."

"Huh?" Why are they giving me travel expenses?

Bai Zhi looked at the things Xie Yun handed her and gave an awkward laugh, "Mom, no need, I have my own money."

"We know you have some, this is just a small token of our appreciation." Xie Yun insisted on putting it in Bai Zhi's hand. "Our daughter-in-law is going out, how can we, as her parents, let her leave empty-handed?"

"It's not much money, but consider it for travel expenses." Xie Yun's eyes softened with affection as she looked at her daughter-in-law, her gaze filled with reluctance and worry. "Be frugal on the road. If you get hungry on the train, buy some food. Don't skimp on it."

She looked at Bai Zhi and said with difficulty, "Actually, we are also quite worried about you going out alone. Logically speaking, if you are going to find Lu Ye, we should accompany you and take you there."

"But my job..."

Xie Yun sighed helplessly, "We had a training session suddenly starting during the winter break. You know, we veteran teachers have to keep learning in order to keep up with the teaching quality."

She said hesitantly, "Your dad is also the head of his unit. There's a lot going on at the end of the year, and it's even harder for him to ask for leave."

The key issue is that Bai Zhi felt awkward having to let her father-in-law take her there alone.

"Mom, look at what you're saying. I'm an adult now. Why am I being so dramatic and needing someone to escort me?"

Bai Zhi laughed and said, "Besides, I've seen the world. I've traveled all over the country with my grandfather. What's a train ride?"

"Don't worry, I'll call you when I get there."

Xie Yun instructed her, "Okay, don't take anything extra. Take the money, and buy whatever you need when we get there."

"Mom, I'll listen to you."

Originally, Zhang Ma had said she wanted to fry some fried dough twists and braise some meat, and asked Bai Zhi to take them to Lu Ye.

Xie Yun stopped them in the end.

She meant that nothing needed to be done.

Let Angelica dahurica go into battle unburdened.

This makes traveling by car safer.

As for food, the troops have no shortage of anything.

The taste of home, I'll eat it when Lu Ye comes back.

Xie Yun insisted on giving him money, so Bai Zhi didn't refuse and put it in her pocket.

Xie Yun gave her some more instructions, and then said that she had to go back to the training class tomorrow morning, and if she had time the day after tomorrow, she would come and take her there.

"Mom, no need to see me off, you should focus on your training."

Xie Yun didn't say anything more, "Let's see the day after tomorrow."

The game between Ye Tiandong and Old Master Lu ended with Old Master Lu narrowly winning.

"Nephew, your chess skills are quite good." Old Master Lu seemed dissatisfied with his victory. He said seriously, "Next time, you must not let me win. Going all out is the only way to respect your opponent."

Ye Tiandong wiped the sweat from his forehead and smiled wryly, "Old Lu, look at what you're saying, I'm already drenched in sweat, how can I let you have my way?"

"You're a master at chess," Ye Tiandong said, giving him a thumbs up. "I'll have to practice more and improve my skills. I'll definitely beat you next time."