nucmednet Chapter 243 A Small Barbecue
Chapter 243 A Small Barbecue
"Grandma, you must help me choose the right ones in the future." Xiao Siyue felt the deep love that Old Lady Xiao had for her, and couldn't help but lean her head in and act coquettishly.
"Okay, okay, Grandma will definitely keep a close eye on things for Yue'er."
As the grandfather and grandson chatted, the carriage quickly left the city and arrived at a village on the outskirts.
This was also today's destination. Xiao Siyue had originally planned to come out for a stroll and check on how things were at the estate.
After getting off the carriage and seeing Grandpa Xiao, Xiao Siyue thought of her grandmother's words.
So he would occasionally turn his attention to Old Master Xiao.
Grandpa Xiao felt a little uncomfortable under Xiao Siyue's gaze: "Yue'er, why are you staring at Grandpa? Is there something on Grandpa?"
"No, Grandpa, I just think you look especially handsome today," Xiao Siyue said with a sweet smile after exchanging a quick glance with Old Lady Xiao.
When Grandpa Xiao heard Xiao Siyue's words, he was a little embarrassed, but the corners of his mouth secretly turned up, clearly showing that he was very happy.
"Yue'er is so naughty. Grandpa is an old man now, how can he still be handsome?"
"How could that be? Even if Grandpa gets old, he'll still be a handsome old man, right, Grandma?"
"Hehe, Yue'er is right," Old Lady Xiao echoed.
Xiao Siyue kept her eyes on Old Master Xiao and saw that after Old Lady Xiao finished speaking, the corners of her mouth widened even more, and upon closer inspection, her eyes became even gentler.
Xiao Siyue screamed inwardly, "I've hit the jackpot! I never expected to get candy from my own grandparents!"
Xiao Siyue always thought that her grandparents were just like ordinary people, with their marriage arranged by their parents and matchmakers. They had no feelings for each other before marriage, but developed kinship in the days that followed.
But I never expected that there was such a relationship between them, and that it is still strong to this day.
"What's going on? I feel like something's off." Xiao Sining nudged Xiao Sibo next to her with her shoulder.
“I think so too.” Xiao Sibo also looked puzzled, feeling as if there was something inexplicable in the air.
Xiao Siyue burst out laughing when she heard this.
My two older brothers are already seventeen or eighteen years old, how come they're still so stupid?
"Yue'er, what are you laughing at?" The two of them turned their attention to her immediately upon hearing the laughter.
"Ahem, no, I just saw two silly birds in that tree over there." Xiao Siyue pointed to a big tree not far away.
"Oh, I see," the two looked over, but there was nothing on the tree; it must have flown away.
"Grandpa and Grandma, let's go inside."
They had arrived at the gate of the manor.
This estate is much larger than their previous one, with several hundred tenant farmers. This time, Xiao Siyue didn't hire anyone from outside to build the paper mill; instead, she directly used the people from the estate.
"Miss, what brings you here?" Someone had already informed Liu Xiaoyu after they arrived.
After Songyue Study opened, Liu Xiaoyu went to the manor.
"Xiaoyu, you've worked hard. Grandma and I came over for a visit."
"Miss, I'm not tired." Liu Xiaoyu enjoys her busy and fulfilling life now; she feels this is the life she wants.
"Greetings, sir and madam." Liu Xiaoyu bowed to the two of them.
"Xiaoyu, get up quickly." Old Mrs. Xiao helped her up. She knew that this was her granddaughter's capable assistant, and Xiao Siyue never treated people like servants.
Moreover, Liu Xiaoyu is talented and acts with grace and poise, which Old Lady Xiao quite likes.
The group strolled around the estate for a while, and the workshop was operating in an orderly manner. With Liu Xiaoyu around, Xiao Siyue felt at ease, so the group went to a small hill behind the estate.
"Grandpa and Grandma, this place is nice, let's stay here." Xiao Siyue looked around and saw that there was a large area of maple trees on this mountain. It was autumn now, and everywhere she looked, red and yellow leaves were falling, which was a beautiful sight.
Unexpectedly, Xiao Siyue felt that coming out today was the right decision, given the unexpected gains she had made.
"Great, this place is nice." Grandpa Xiao was also very happy. It's hard not to feel happy looking at such beautiful scenery.
Xiao Siyue had the barbecue grill set up. Yes, she had planned to take her grandparents camping today.
"Little sister, what do you want four for?" Xiao Sibo asked eagerly. They had barbecued before in Xiaojia Village, but it was always in their own yard. This was the first time they had done it outside, and Xiao Sibo was quite excited.
"Fourth Brother, you and Fifth Brother help me set everything out." Actually, with Lan Yi and the others around, there was no need for them, but seeing the two of them so enthusiastic, Xiao Siyue assigned them the task.
However, when it comes to barbecue, it's definitely more delicious when you make it yourself.
"Okay, let's leave everything to the brothers." The two quickly took the items and started setting them on the table.
"Grandpa, look what else I brought today?" Xiao Siyue took out a jar of wine and placed it in front of Grandpa Xiao.
Grandpa Xiao's eyes lit up instantly. In recent years, because there was no shortage of alcohol at home, he drank every day. However, because he was sick once before and went to see a doctor, the doctor told him to drink less alcohol. So Grandma Xiao had been limiting his intake, and he could only drink a little every few days.
The last time I drank was five days ago, and now I can hardly resist the urge to drink alcohol.
Grandpa Xiao looked at Grandma Xiao expectantly, his meaning all too clear.
"Drink up," Old Mrs. Xiao said irritably. Doesn't this old man know his own health condition? Look at his pathetic state.
"Oh, I'll just have a little." With permission granted, Old Master Xiao immediately opened the wine jar.
The aroma of the wine instantly wafted out, causing Grandpa Xiao to swallow hard and quickly pour himself a glass.
As the wine went down his throat, the old man couldn't help but sigh inwardly, "Comfortable."
Xiao Siyue looked at her grandfather with amusement, wondering why he liked drinking so much.
"Grandpa, wait a bit before you drink." Xiao Siyue quickly stopped him when she saw that Grandpa Xiao was about to drink his second cup.
"Grandpa, let's eat and drink at the same time later." Shi Hai and the others had already started grilling, and it would be ready soon. They should eat some first, as it's not good to drink on an empty stomach.
"Yue'er, here you go." After the barbecue was served, Xiao Sibao gave everyone a skewer.
"Thank you, Fourth Brother. You should have some too." Xiao Siyue took the food and thanked him.
"Mmm." The two brothers quickly started eating.
The group ate and chatted, enjoying themselves immensely.
Everyone enjoyed the barbecue to their heart's content, especially the Xiao brothers, who ate with great relish.
"Coming out with Yue'er today was definitely the right decision; I've been so bored lately." Xiao Sining is also someone who can't sit still.
“From then on, we’ll go out more often when we have time,” Xiao Siyue said.
"Okay, then it's settled."