Chapter 87: Well, That’s a Good Thing

TL: Etude

Upon hearing Qiu Jinfeng’s words, Lin Wanqiu bashfully lowered her head, her heart brimming with joy: Who wouldn’t want others to praise their husband as capable!

Chen Jianghai just smiled faintly, without saying much.

“You two chat, I’ll go put the clothes away first.”

Chen Jianghai took the bag from Lin Wanqiu’s hands and went into the house first.

Lin Wanqiu stood outside the door chatting with Qiu Jinfeng for a while and then, using cooking as an excuse, she too returned to the house.

Watching Lin Wanqiu’s retreating figure, envy filled Qiu Jinfeng’s eyes, and she muttered softly, “It seems this Chen Jianghai has really turned his life around!”

Once Lin Wanqiu was inside, she busied herself with cooking.

Xue Chunli and their companion didn’t come over today; they had started cooking at their rented place.

Since they didn’t wish to come, Chen Jianghai naturally wouldn’t insist.

After lunch, Chen Jianghai went to the warehouse; there was still plenty of work waiting for him.

He was busy until five in the afternoon, and seeing that it was almost time for dinner, Chen Jianghai then hurried home.

“Jianghai, why are you only coming back now?”

At home, Lin Wanqiu seemed to have lost interest in watching TV, and hurriedly greeted him, saying.

Chen Jianghai replied with a smile, “We agreed on half-past six, and now it’s just the right time.”

“Then quickly change your clothes, they’re all laid out on the bed for you.” Lin Wanqiu pointed inside the room.

Chen Jianghai nodded, washed his face, and changed his clothes.

As the saying goes, clothes make the man just as gold makes the Buddha.

Adorned in a crisp suit, Chen Jianghai not only looked handsome but also more mature, with a subtle air of authority about him.

As for Lin Wanqiu, the change in her was even more apparent.

She could be described as radiant.

It’s important to note that Lin Wanqiu herself was an exceptionally beautiful woman with excellent skin and figure.

Now, dressed in a white dress and wearing a pair of white leather sandals, she resembled a female star from Hong Kong movies, making it hard for Chen Jianghai to take his eyes off her.

Feeling the intensity of Chen Jianghai’s gaze, Lin Wanqiu asked with a touch of embarrassment, “Why… are you staring at me?”

“My wife has become more beautiful, why can’t I take a few more glances? I not only want to look, but I also want to hold you!”

With that, Chen Jianghai stepped forward, opened his arms, and embraced Lin Wanqiu.

Lin Wanqiu struggled slightly at first, but eventually, she gave up, almost melting into Chen Jianghai’s broad embrace.

After snuggling for a while, the breathless Lin Wanqiu quickly pushed Chen Jianghai away, her face flushed as she reminded him, “Jianghai, it’s getting late, don’t make others wait.”

Only then did Chen Jianghai reluctantly let go of Lin Wanqiu, and he also helped to tidy her slightly disheveled hair.

At that moment, he had to admit.

The aesthetic tastes of the 1990s might be a bit outdated, but some clothing styles were indeed classic.

The outfit he had chosen for Lin Wanqiu not only outlined her graceful figure but also highlighted all her youthful vitality.

“Let’s go, it’s time to leave!”

Just as it was the peak time for finishing work and cooking, Chen Jianghai and Lin Wanqiu stepped out, and their neighbors saw them.

“Wow, am I seeing this right? Is that Jianghai? And Wanqiu?”

“You’re not wrong, it’s that couple!”

“Those clothes look so nice! But the young couple looks even better.”

“That dress must be from the new arrivals at the 101 Women’s Clothing counter, not cheap, over a hundred!”

“I reckon Jianghai’s suit must not be cheap either.”

“Hey, clearly without a tie and the top button of the shirt undone, yet he somehow looks spirited and competent, even more impressive than those officials.”

“What officials? They’re just like big stars, right?!”

Mo Xinmei also happened to walk out and, upon seeing the clothes on Lin Wanqiu, her face was filled with envy.

“Wanqiu, what are you going to do?” she inquired.

She had been busy stir-frying some dishes but promptly put aside the half-cooked pan to come over and ask.

Lin Wanqiu had naturally heard everyone’s discussions, and her pretty face blushed with pleasure.

She had a great admiration for Chen Jianghai’s taste in clothing.

The outfit hadn’t seemed particularly special when it was hung up.

But once worn, coupled with a pink belt as wide as a palm, it transformed her appearance dramatically.

Feeling the attention of those around her, Lin Wanqiu said with a smile, “Jianghai’s friend has invited us to dinner, we’re getting ready to go over.”

“What friend? Why all the pomp?” Mo Xinmei asked curiously.

Lin Wanqiu shook her head, “I’m not too clear on that, you’ll have to ask Jianghai.”

“Jianghai, you’re doing quite well now! That outfit must have cost a pretty penny?” Mo Xinmei said, her tone slightly sour.

Chen Jianghai noticed the genuine joy on Lin Wanqiu’s face and felt equally pleased. He cheerfully responded, “It’s all thanks to everyone’s help on normal days. Business has been decent. From now on, if anyone’s appliances break down, just give me a word, and I’ll take care of it without a second thought.”

Distant relatives are not as good as near neighbors.

The relationships between neighbors have always been very delicate and must be handled well.

Chen Jianghai’s attitude undoubtedly satisfied the neighbors, who, aside from envy, had also felt some jealousy. So, amid a chorus of envious and grateful remarks, the two left for Fuchun Restaurant.

Along the way, they naturally garnered numerous envious glances.

Chen Jianghai noticed that Lin Wanqiu, who had been somewhat restrained at the beginning of their walk, had become increasingly confident.

Yes, this was a good thing.

It seemed that in the future, he would have to buy Lin Wanqiu several more beautiful outfits to boost her confidence even more, so that she could be this happy and cheerful every day.

Upon entering Fuchun Restaurant and confirming the private room booked by Boss Jin, Chen Jianghai led Lin Wanqiu over.

At that moment, Li Detian and Boss Jin were engaged in an enthusiastic conversation. Seeing Chen Jianghai arrive, both of them stood up.

“Brother Chen, this must be your wife? Please, have a seat!” Li Detian greeted with a smile.

Boss Jin appraised Lin Wanqiu and exclaimed, “Sister-in-law, you’ve become even more radiant than before!”

Confronted with Boss Jin’s praise, Lin Wanqiu felt a bit awkward and quickly greeted, “Brother Jin, Sister Meifeng…”

She stopped halfway through her greeting, uncertain of what to say upon seeing Li Detian and his wife.

Chen Jianghai then helped out, “Big brother, this is my wife, Lin Wanqiu. What’s your wife’s family name?”

Li Detian quickly caught on and, gesturing to a plump, rosy-cheeked woman beside him, said, “This is my wife, Ren Qing.”

After the introductions, everyone became acquainted.

Once seated, Boss Jin said to Chen Jianghai with a hearty laugh, “I’ve been meaning to treat you to a meal for a while now, sorry for the delay, brother!”

“Big brother, you’re too polite!” Chen Jianghai replied, shaking his head.

Li Detian chimed in, “That’s right, Boss Jin, you’re being too modest! We’re all friends here, such formalities are unnecessary.”

“Exactly, exactly!” Boss Jin’s face was alight with a smile, agreeably saying, “I misspoke, I’ll punish myself with three drinks later!”

Li Detian gave a wry smile, “We haven’t even ordered the dishes, and you’re already thinking about drinking?”

Chen Jianghai then looked around and asked, “Brother Li, didn’t you say there was another friend joining?”

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