I run a hotel in Huangshan

Chapter 31 Returning Home
"Mom, don't I have you with me? Besides, Siqing didn't go to Huangshan just for Han Qingyue. Their travel agency did a live broadcast in Huangshan and even organized a meet-up event in Huangshan, which was quite successful. This guy has millions of fans. If you're really angry, I'll help you beat him up when he comes back!"

Although Lu Sicheng is strict with his subordinates and is known as the expressionless boss behind the company's back, he is very filial to his parents and has a gentle attitude.

Gao Huifang was amused by him. "You kid, you only know how to coax me. You've spoiled your precious little brother since he was a child, how could you bear to hit him?"

"Sicheng is reluctant to let go, just like you are! He has a sharp tongue but a soft heart!" Lu Wentao, who had been eating silently, interrupted.

Gao Huifang rolled her eyes at her husband, picked up her chopsticks, and continued eating. Lu Sicheng flatteringly placed a piece of fish in his mother's bowl. The initially oppressive atmosphere at the table eased considerably.

"Sicheng, when your brother is free, ask him to bring that girl home for dinner. I remember you said that the girl's family is also in Beijing, but she is temporarily going to Huangshan to manage the branch there. I saw her on the news. She looks good, very kind, responsible, and capable. There are not many young people like her nowadays." Lu Wentao praised.

"Dad, you forgot to mention the most important advantage. She is very beautiful. Your son is obsessed with looks. He won't like anyone who is not a beautiful woman!" Lu Sicheng added.

"What's wrong with being pretty? Isn't Jiaqi pretty?" Although she had read the news about Han Qingyue, she had already made a preconceived notion about her friend's daughter, Luo Jiaqi. She had watched her grow up and had always liked her. Gao Huifang couldn't accept her son being with another girl for a moment.

"Luo Jiaqi is quite pretty, but compared to Han Qingyue, she lacks some temperament and ability. That young lady is probably best at shopping for clothes and doing manicures." Lu Sicheng said fearlessly.

"You two work together really well! Are you trying to piss me off?"

The father and son's back-and-forth was a chorus, irritating Gao Huifang. However, she was only being stubborn; her heart was already wavering. She was curious about what kind of girl could have her younger son be so captivated by her, her older son speak well of her, and even her usually staid and picky husband accept her.

She is not stubborn. If there is a girl who is better than Luo Jiaqi and her son likes her, she doesn't necessarily have to choose Luo Jiaqi.

At the Qingxin Hotel, Lu Siqing was about to go shopping with Han Qingyue when her phone screen lit up and she received a message from Lu Sicheng: "I'm having dinner with my parents tonight and I've put in some good words for you. I think Mom has been shaken and will probably like Han Qingyue. How are you going to thank me?"

Although Lu Siqing wasn't there, he could imagine the situation and couldn't help but burst out laughing. He replied, "Remember, I'll treat you to a meal when you come to Huangshan. That's very considerate, brother!"

"Why? From your tone, are you planning to stay in Huangshan permanently?" Lu Sicheng heard the clue.

"I have to help Qingyue during this period. After the guests from the disaster area leave, I have to go to the mountains to do live broadcasts and guide tourists. I'm too busy and can't go back for the time being." Lu Siqing replied.

"What's wrong? Why are you laughing so happily?" Han Qingyue asked curiously when she saw his smiling face.

"Nothing, good news. Keep it secret for now." Lu Siqing pretended to be mysterious. They couldn't tell Han Qingyue about this secret between the two brothers.

Han Qingyue never gossiped, nor was she the type to dig deep into things. Seeing that he didn't want to talk, she didn't ask any more questions.

They went to the supermarket and bought some local specialties. Han Qingyue thought the hotel guests would be returning home in a couple of days, so she decided to give them some local specialties. Furthermore, she felt it would show her sincerity if she personally selected them. So, as soon as dinner was over, she dragged Lu Siqing out.

After buying the local specialties, they returned home at night.

Han Qingyue turned on the light in the living room and saw Hotpot sleeping on the sofa.

Lu Siqing took a look at it and said, "This dog is quite well behaved and not clingy. It's completely different from its owner."

Han Qingyue smiled and said, "Since you think hotpot is well-behaved, you should learn from it, don't be clingy, and go back to the hotel early." After saying that, Han Qingyue was about to close the door and send the guests away.

"Han Qingyue, you're just killing the donkey after it's done its work..."

"What's wrong with killing the donkey after it has done its job? I've done my job, so I'll kill the donkey!" Han Qingyue said as she pushed Lu Siqing out the door and closed it with a bang.

Lu Siqing didn't dare to resist and had to get in the car and leave.

The next day, Lu Siqing invited everyone to the "Qingxin Family" group, offering a free one-day trip to Huangshan, departing the next morning and returning to the hotel in the afternoon. Those interested could sign up in the group, and many people signed up.

Han Qingyue was surprised and touched by his action. She felt a little regretful for her bad attitude towards him the night before.

The next morning, Lu Siqing and two tour guides from the club each led a team of people to the tour. Han Qingyue had to prepare for a party that evening and did not go with them.

As the floodwaters receded and the silt removal work was completed, people from the disaster area would be able to return home. Han Qingyue arranged for the catering department to hold a banquet in the banquet hall to welcome them back.

The people in the disaster area celebrated that day with great joy and a sense of sadness. Many cried at the evening banquet. A dozen days, neither too long nor too short, have seen them transition from initial panic and depression to today's overflowing confidence and hope. From gloomy skies to vibrant sunshine, they've experienced so much together. True friendship in times of adversity is most moving. The kindness of Han Qingyue and Qingxin Hotel has left a deep impression on each of them.

"Mr. Han, when my small restaurant is ready, you and Mr. Lu can come over and I'll cook you some farm-style dishes. My cooking skills aren't as good as the chefs in our hotel, but it could be a change of pace for Mr. Han."

"Qingyue, the child said yesterday that the cake my sister sent was the best cake she had ever eaten. When my sister's birthday comes, she will also send her a gift."

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At the banquet, the villagers who were originally not good at speaking expressed their gratitude to Han Qingyue, Lu Siqing and Qingxin Hotel.

Han Qingyue said that the "Qingxin Family" WeChat group will not be disbanded, and everyone can tell the group at any time if they have any difficulties after returning.

After seeing off the affected people, the hotel reopened to the public.

That evening, Han Qingyue walked out of the hotel lobby with Lu Siqing, holding a hot pot.

"Siqing!" Behind them came a woman's excited and sharp voice.

Lu Siqing looked over in the direction of the voice, his face filled with surprise and a bit of impatience.

When the woman approached, Lu Siqing asked unhappily, "Why are you here?"

"I came here to play with you! I heard from my aunt that you have been here, so I came to find you. Can you accompany me to climb the mountain tomorrow?" The woman was obviously acting coquettishly.

(End of this chapter)