Abstinence Pei, don't be too sweet when chasing your wife

Chapter 530 A Phone Call Urging Marriage

As the taillights of the delivery truck disappeared at the end of the country road, Gu Fanxing's phone suddenly rang, and the words "Aunt Pei" appeared on the screen.

She turned to look at Pei Luonan: "Could Auntie's call be to ask when we can go back?"

Pei Luonan smiled and ruffled her hair: "Go ahead and accept it. My mom has been talking about letting you try some of the new dishes she learned last week. She's probably urging us to come home for the weekend."

Gu Fanxing took a deep breath and pressed the answer button. As soon as she said "Hello, Auntie," Pei's mother's hearty laughter came from the other end of the phone: "Xingxing, your uncle, grandma, and I are having tea in the yard. Why don't you two come back to the old house for dinner on Saturday? I'll have the kitchen prepare your favorite squirrel mandarin fish and crab roe tofu in advance."

"Thank you, Auntie. We'll go back on Saturday after we finish work." Gu Fanxing quickly agreed, feeling relieved—thankfully, it wasn't anything urgent.

After hanging up the phone, Pei Luonan raised an eyebrow at her: "Did my mom promise you delicious food again? She always uses food to 'buy' you, she cares more about you than her own son."

Gu Fanxing smiled and nodded, reaching out to take his arm: "Who can blame me when Auntie's cooking is so delicious? It's even better than the restaurants in the county town. By the way, should we bring back some local specialties from the ruins when we go back on Saturday? Jiu'er said last time that the kiwis grown by the farmers down the mountain are ripe and especially sweet. Should we bring some for Grandma to try?"

“I’ll listen to you,” Pei Luonan said, holding her hand. “Tomorrow I’ll have Du Fei go down the mountain to buy a box, and then pick out a few good ones to pack into gift boxes. The old lady will definitely be happy to see that.”

Saturday arrived in the blink of an eye, and Pei Luonan drove Gu Fanxing to the Pei family's old residence.

As soon as the car turned into the familiar tree-lined road, we saw Pei's mother standing outside the gate, looking around.

"The stars are here! Come in quickly, it's windy outside."

Pei's mother quickly stepped forward, took Gu Fanxing's hand, and walked into the villa, completely leaving Pei Luonan behind.

Gu Fanxing was pulled by her and couldn't help but turn around to look at Pei Luonan, her eyes full of smiles—every time she came to the Pei family, she could feel the warmth of being treated as family.

On the stone table in the courtyard sat freshly brewed Longjing tea. Grandma Pei was sitting in a wicker chair basking in the sun, while Father Pei was pruning potted plants beside her. Seeing Gu Fanxing, Grandma Pei smiled and waved, "Xingxing, come and sit down. I specially asked the kitchen to warm up some osmanthus cake for you, the same flavor you like."

Gu Fanxing quickly thanked her and sat down next to Grandma Pei.

Grandma Pei held her hand, her eyes full of affection: "Has Xingxing lost weight again recently? Is the work of the archaeological team very tiring? Next time, I'll ask Luo Nan to bring you more supplements. Don't always think about work; your health is the most important thing."

"Grandma, I'm not tired. Luo Nan has been taking good care of me."

Pei Luonan walked over, picked up a piece of osmanthus cake and held it to her lips: "Try it quickly, my mom specially asked the kitchen to steam it this morning, it's still warm."

Gu Fanxing opened her mouth and took a bite. The sweet and glutinous osmanthus flavor spread in her mouth, warming her heart.

At lunchtime, the table was laden with Gu Fanxing's favorite dishes, and Pei's mother kept piling food onto her plate, soon making it a small mountain. "Xingxing, eat more,"

"Mother Pei said with a smile."

“Look at Luo Nan, he used to be picky about food at home, but since he’s been with you, he’s even started eating vegetables, which he hates the most.”

Pei Luonan shook his head helplessly: "Mom, when have I ever been picky? It's clearly because your cooking is getting better and better."

"Still being stubborn!" Mr. Pei put down his chopsticks, his eyes filled with amusement. "Xingxing, Luo Nan has always been stubborn, but he's truly sincere towards you, we can all see that. If you think he's alright, don't keep him in the 'probationary period' any longer, it's time to upgrade him to a proper boyfriend, right?"

Gu Fanxing's cheeks flushed instantly, and she almost dropped her chopsticks on the table.

She subconsciously looked at Pei Luonan, only to see him looking at her with a half-smile, his eyes full of expectation.

Grandma Pei chimed in, "Yes, Xingxing, Luo Nan is definitely a good person. You two have been together for so long and have such a good relationship, why don't you settle down on your marriage soon? We're looking forward to holding our great-grandchild."

"Grandma, Mom and Dad, don't scare Xingxing."

Pei Luonan held Gu Fanxing's hand, feeling a warm strength in his fingertips. "As for the marriage, Xingxing and I have our own plans, so don't worry."

"How can we not be anxious!" Mother Pei put down her bowl, her tone urgent. "You're already in your mid-twenties, and Xingxing is of marriageable age. If we keep delaying, we elders will start to worry. Xingxing, if you think there's anything wrong with Luonan, just tell us, and we'll help you teach him a lesson!"

Looking at the expectant eyes of the Pei family, Gu Fanxing felt both warm and flustered.

She knew that the Pei family genuinely liked her and hoped that she and Pei Luonan could have a good outcome, but marriage was a big deal, and she wasn't ready yet. However, seeing the Pei family's eager gaze, she couldn't refuse directly, so she could only whisper, "Auntie, Grandma, Luonan and I will think it over carefully and won't keep you waiting too long."

Upon hearing this, the Pei family all laughed.

Grandma Pei said with satisfaction, "That's right. Young people should think things through before acting, but they shouldn't let happiness slip away. Luo Nan, you'd better seize this opportunity. If you dare to bully Xingxing, we'll be the first to punish you!"

"Grandma, don't worry, I will definitely not bully Xingxing, I will only take good care of her."

Pei Luonan gripped Gu Fanxing's hand tightly, his eyes filled with seriousness.

When Gu Fanxing accompanied Grandma Pei for a walk in the yard, Grandma Pei held her hand and whispered something.

“Xingxing, although Luonan can be a bit careless at times, we can all see how much he cares for you. The most important thing in marriage is mutual tolerance and support. I think you and Luonan are a match made in heaven.”

Gu Fanxing looked down at the stone path beneath her feet, her heart filled with emotion.

She knew that Grandma Pei was genuinely thinking of her best interests, and she also understood how good Pei Luonan was to her.

In fact, ever since she was reborn, Pei Luonan has been by her side, helping her take revenge and supporting her archaeological career. He has long become an indispensable part of her life.

"Grandma, I know Luo Nan is good to me."

Gu Fanxing said softly.

“I just feel that now is not the right time. The archaeological team’s work is not finished yet, and the research on the ‘Qingning Kiln’ has just begun. I want to wait until these things are settled before considering marriage.”

"Silly child, where is the end of work?"

Grandma Pei said with a smile.

"Relationships and work don't conflict. You can prepare for the wedding while doing your own work."

Gu Fanxing nodded, her thoughts gradually becoming clearer.

Perhaps she really doesn't need to wait until everything is over before starting a new life.

With Pei Luonan by her side, she believed she could balance her work and relationship.

As they left the Pei family's old house, Pei's mother was still telling Gu Fanxing, "Xingxing, come back next time you have time. I'll make sweet and sour pork ribs for you."

"Okay, thank you, Auntie." Gu Fanxing replied with a smile, her heart filled with warmth.

As the car drove away from the old house, Gu Fanxing leaned against Pei Luonan's chest: "Luonan, I'm sorry, I didn't agree immediately when Grandma and Uncle and Aunt were urging me to get married."

Pei Luonan lowered his head and gently kissed her forehead, his eyes filled with tenderness: "Silly girl, I know you need time, and I can wait. As long as you're by my side, I'm not afraid of anything."

Gu Fanxing looked up at Pei Luonan, her eyes full of seriousness: "Luonan, it's not that I don't want to marry you, it's just that I want to wait until the 'Qingning Kiln' special exhibition ends and the archaeological team's work is finished, then we can think about it properly, okay?"

Pei Luonan grasped her hand and nodded vigorously: "Okay, I'll do whatever you say. No matter how long it takes, I'll stay with you."

As the car drove through the night, Gu Fanxing leaned against Pei Luonan's chest, watching the lights flash by outside the window, her heart filled with happiness.

She knew that many challenges awaited her in the future, but as long as Pei Luonan was by her side, she had the courage to face everything.