Chapter 122 A Gift
Li Zhengkai was taken aback and looked at Liu Yong with a severe expression, questioning the truth behind his statement, "Xiao Liu, are you telling me the truth, or did you deliberately lie to your second uncle and second aunt?"
Liu Yong replied without hesitation, "Uncle, I am telling you the truth, without any exaggeration."
Li Changle realized that the situation had to be addressed directly. So, she said, "Mom, Dad, Liu Yong owns an ocean transportation company in Huahai City, worth at least 600-700 million yuan. Buying a house is not a problem for him."
The living room was suddenly silent, and the second uncle and aunt were in disbelief.
After the initial shock wore off, Li Zhengkai and Meng Chunli were overjoyed. While they never judged Liu Yong by his financial status, the fact that he had wealth was a pleasant surprise.
Meng Chunli then offered Liu Yong an apple, but he declined, stating that he would instead prepare it himself. He then presented his gifts, including two bottles of Moutai and a pack of Chinese cigarettes for the uncle, a pair of leather shoes and a belt for the aunt, a set of cosmetics suitable for middle-aged and older people, and a Hermes bag.
Although Li Zhengkai didn't know the brands of the shoes and belts, he recognized the quality of the alcohol and cigarettes. He became happy and appreciative of Liu Yong's generosity.
Meng Chunli received her gifts with great delight, and although she found the cosmetics more suitable for someone older, she was still pleased with the gesture.
Li Changle then complimented her mother's beauty, saying that she still looked young, to which Meng Chunli replied with a smile, "You're the only one who says that."
After realizing the net worth of Liu Yong, Meng Chunli's second uncle and second aunt were finally recovering from their extreme shock.
They were ashamed of what they had just said but could not apologize to their junior. Li Changle saw their discomfort and said generously,
"Second Uncle, Second Aunt, the past is over, we won't take it to heart. Second Uncle likes to drink, we still have some in the car. Wait, I'll get two bottles for you."
Upon hearing this, Meng Chunli's second aunt and second uncle felt slightly relieved. The second aunt looked at Meng Chunli enviously, thought she had given birth to such a beautiful daughter, and found this wealthy son-in-law.
Suddenly, the second aunt recognized the Hermès bag Liu Yong was carrying. She had seen it in a luxury store in Huahai City a few months ago and was taken aback by its price of 580,000 yuan.
She couldn't help but take a second look at the bag and was full of awe towards Liu Yong.
Realizing the awkwardness of their behavior, the second aunt and second uncle felt embarrassed and lowered their heads, not daring to speak.
Meng Chunli was happy that her daughter's life was going so well and that she found such a good son-in-law.
"Oh, by the way, my daughter had a blind date two or three months ago. The man is also called Liu Yong, the Xiao Liu before me. This girl, she has been in love with Xiao Liu, and has been hiding it from us, said she didn't have a boyfriend."
Both Liu Yong and Meng Chunli were surprised to hear this.
Liu Yong smiled and said, "Auntie, I'm sorry, I didn't tell you earlier."
Meng Chunli laughed, saying, "It's alright, as long as you treat my daughter well."
Li Zhengkai joined the conversation, "Xiao Liu, the wine you bought is so good. Let's open a bottle tonight and have a good drink."
Liu Yong was happy to hear this, "Yes, no problem."
"Second brother, you also stay to have dinner together, we haven't sat down to eat together for a long time," Li Zhengkai said, extending an invitation to his second brother.
The second uncle quickly agreed, "Sure, it's been a while."
Meng Chunli headed out to buy groceries, leaving Li Zhengkai and his guests to engage in small talk.
Liu Yong and Li Changle felt a bit reserved around the older couple, so they retired to Li Changle's boudoir to chat.
Liu Yong scanned the room with his eyes, admiring the pink decor and neatness.
Li Changle blushed at the attention, "I haven't lived here for a long time, it's a little messy, don't mind."
"It's not messy at all, it's neat and tidy, and many things are pink, full of the atmosphere of a girl's boudoir," Liu Yong reassured her.
As he familiarized himself with his girlfriend's surroundings, Li Changle reminisced about her college and middle school days, sharing some interesting anecdotes with Liu Yong.
Later that evening, Meng Chunli prepared a grand feast for dinner, and everyone sat around the table, enjoying the delicious meal.
Li Zhengkai popped open a bottle of wine and shared it with Liu Yong and the second uncle.
After just two glasses, Li Zhengkai began to feel a bit drunk, and Li Changle quickly intervened,
"Dad, you should stop drinking now."
After dinner, Liu Yong noticed that it was getting late, and his driver had arrived, so he prepared to leave. Li Changle insisted on accompanying him downstairs, "I'll go with you."
Her parents, uncle, and aunt followed suit, making Liu Yong proud and happy.
He glanced at the impressive Cullinan parked outside and bid farewell, "Uncle, Auntie, go back."
Li Changle urged him to text her upon arriving at his hotel, "Brother Yong, give me information when you arrive at the hotel."
Liu Yong nodded, "Okay, I will."
As he climbed into the front passenger seat, the hired driver was taken aback when he realized he would be driving a Cullinan that day,
"My God, such a good car appeared in our small county."
Meanwhile, the second uncle and aunt were in disbelief, recognizing the expensive car and realizing their eldest family member had utterly transformed.
They thought to themselves in unison that Lele had not been lying after all,
"the eldest family has turned around completely since then; her boyfriend really has a net worth of billions."
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