Hearing the name, Chi Yu paused in his actions, frowned slightly, and looked up at Jiang Shu. "Why do you want to go there?"
"There's Lake Atitlán there. Your mom wants to go and have a look," Chi Weiguo took over the conversation.
Chi Yu knew about Lake Atitlán. It was surrounded by three active volcanoes.
There were also many traditional villages around the lake. Tourists could experience the local culture there and participate in activities like kayaking and hiking.
However, it was the rainy season at this time of the year.
The experience of traveling there would be greatly reduced. Moreover, compared to this place, Chi Yu would rather his parents go to some well - known tourist destinations.
"If you want to see a lake, you can choose Switzerland. It might rain a lot if you go to Guatemala this season. How about changing to Switzerland? I'll book the tickets for you," Chi Yu said.
As soon as he finished speaking, a strange look flashed across Jiang Shu's eyes. Just as she was about to speak, Chi Weiguo's voice came first.
"We don't need you to book the tickets. We've already made all the preparations. Your mom wants to go there, so I'll take her."
Chi Weiguo's attitude was very firm, and the atmosphere suddenly became a bit tense.
Seeing this, Jiang Zhirou tugged at Chi Yu's衣角 and then said, "I heard the natural scenery there is quite nice. After Aunt Jiang and Uncle Chi get there, they can also go to Tikal National Park. It's one of the most famous Mayan ruins in Guatemala, and there are also many wild animals. I've never been there. Aunt Jiang, take a lot of photos when you go there and let me have a look."
Jiang Zhirou's words instantly eased the atmosphere at the table.
A faint smile appeared on Jiang Shu's face. She nodded repeatedly at Jiang Zhirou. "Sure, sure. I'll send you the photos as soon as I take them."
"Okay." Jiang Zhirou looked at Jiang Shu with a bright smile. "Aunt Jiang is the best."
"By the way," she suddenly remembered something and took out her phone from her pocket. "Aunt Jiang, I don't even have your contact information yet. Let me add you."
When Jiang Zhirou held out her phone in front of Jiang Shu, Chi Weiguo's expression changed.
Jiang Shu picked up her phone and scanned Jiang Zhirou's phone screen, then put down her phone.
"Alright, let's eat quickly. The food will get cold soon."
...
"Remember to send me a message when you reach your destination," Chi Yu and Jiang Zhirou walked into the yard. His gaze fell on Chi Weiguo and Jiang Shu as he reminded them worriedly.
"Got it, got it. Why are you so chatty now?" Jiang Shu joked deliberately.
Jiang Zhirou beside her waved her phone and said to Jiang Shu with a smile.
"Aunt Jiang, don't forget to send me the photos."
Jiang Shu nodded lovingly.
"Sure, I'll definitely send them. I won't forget."
As soon as she finished speaking, Chi Yu took Jiang Zhirou's hand and greeted the two elders.
"Then we'll go back first. You two should rest early."
"Drive slowly," Jiang Shu waved her hand.
The old couple stood outside the courtyard gate, watching the car gradually drive away. The smile on Jiang Shu's face slowly faded.
"I haven't seen Qingmian for a long time. She's changed so much," Jiang Shu said with a complex expression on her face. Her eyes were fixed on the direction where the car had disappeared.
Hearing this, Chi Weiguo beside her put his arm around the woman's shoulder and said something ambiguous.
"We're not sure if it's just a big change or something else."
As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Shu withdrew her gaze, sighed, and said, "Let's go inside."
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The black Maybach was driving through the bustling night in the imperial capital.
The bright lights outside the window flashed by continuously. Before one could even see them clearly, they were left behind by the speeding car.
Chi Yu held the steering wheel with both hands. During a red - light stop, he turned his head to look at the woman in the passenger seat.
"You're different today," Chi Yu's gaze was inquisitive.
There was not a trace of panic on Jiang Zhirou's face. She met Chi Yu's gaze. "How am I different?"
Before Chi Yu could speak, her voice rang out again.
"Do you mean I'm too proactive and confident?"
"Except for the ability to earn money, I don't think I'm inferior to you in any other aspect. Of course, I have no reason to feel inferior."
If Chi Yu had heard these words before, he would definitely have thought that the person in front of him had changed. But after getting along with her for this period of time, he knew that 'Qingmian' was gradually growing.
Moreover, she was like this when she was a child. She was just找回 the child - self.
Just as Chi Yu was thinking, a sudden and urgent honk interrupted his thoughts. The red light in front had turned green. He tightened his grip on the steering wheel, stepped on the accelerator, and the car rushed out instantly.
Jiang Zhirou's voice rang out again in his ear.
"Moreover, I added Aunt Jiang's contact information for your sake."
Chi Yu was puzzled. "Huh?"
"Aren't you worried about Aunt Jiang and Uncle Chi's trip? Although you didn't say it, I could tell right away when you asked them to change the route just now. You can't call Aunt Jiang all the time after they go out. If I add her WeChat, I can send her messages anytime and know their situation."
"Nowadays, the phone is like an organ of a person. Who would go without using the phone for a long time? I added her WeChat just to ensure their safety."
Jiang Zhirou's reasons were well - founded.
Hearing this, a warm feeling welled up in Chi Yu's heart.
He knew his woman better than anyone else.
She didn't like socializing, so she didn't have many friends. But now, she had actively added his mother's contact information because of him.
You know, Chi Weiguo's attitude towards her wasn't very friendly before.
Thinking of this, Chi Yu felt a bit self - reproachful.
He held the steering wheel with one hand and gently ruffled Jiang Zhirou's hair with the other. "My baby has really gone to a lot of trouble."
"I have to think about how to repay you."
"You don't need to think. Just transfer money to me," Jiang Zhirou said directly without hesitation.
Hearing this, Chi Yu was stunned for a moment and then withdrew his hand. "Are you really short of money now?"
"I'm not really short of money, but it's always better to have some. After all, no one would嫌 too much money," Jiang Zhirou said seriously, and she really thought so.
No one would嫌 money too little.
If she hadn't been taken away when she was a child, with her ability, even as a student, she would definitely have earned a lot of money.
It was a pity that after all these years, she was as poor as could be.
Thinking of Chen Qingmian working part - time in the coffee shop before, she felt heartache.
She should have just asked Chen Yu'an for money. Anyway, it was he who sent Chen Qingmian to Mexico back then. Whether out of responsibility or guilt, he should have compensated Chen Qingmian with a large sum of money.
It was a pity that these two siblings were both stubborn. One didn't want it, and the other didn't know how to just give it.