Wealthy Beauty in the 60s-Chapter 454 - 456: They Are Not Suitable

After hearing from Gao Jiaxing, Yu Shijie also reined in his thoughts. Originally, he only thought that Yang Xuehua was quite pleasing to the eye, but now he couldn’t help but feel a bit of sympathy for her.

In the evening, Gao Jiaxing’s family had a joyful reunion.

Xia Lin and Fang Yuan were also sweet and affectionate, while Yang Xuehua was alone, and Yu Shijie was alone as well. Their rooms were right next to Gao Jiaxing’s, one to the left and one to the right, so they could hear the laughter of the family next door, which made both of them somewhat envious inside.

They had been separated for so long that when Gao Jiaxing and Xia Xiao saw each other again, they had so much to say and poured out their hearts to each other.

Although Gao Jiaxing sent a letter home almost every month and had even received news from home, knowing that Old Lady Gao had passed away, no correspondence could match a face-to-face meeting. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

The couple chatted well into the night, and when it was quiet and the children were asleep, Gao Jiaxing reached over to touch Xia Xiao and decided to get up to arrange the children properly before lifting Xia Xiao from the bed.

Xia Xiao was a little sleepy and mumbled, "Brother Gao, what’s wrong?"

All the way there, Gao Jiaxing and Xia Xiao had looked after the children, and Xia Lin and Fang Yuan were together, leaving only Yu Shijie and Yang Xuehua alone. It wasn’t Xia Xiao’s intention, but sometimes she was so distracted by a few mischievous boys that she couldn’t take care of Yang Xuehua.

But Yu Shijie, knowing what was happening in Yang Xuehua’s life, felt some compassion for her and took care of her in his way.

Yang Xuehua treated Yu Shijie with respect but kept her distance, following Xia Xiao and Feiyang and Feiyue and Feiyi.

Seeing Yang Xuehua alone yet strong and beautiful, Yu Shijie inexplicably thought of the phrase "elegant beauty." He had thought he could let go of someone who didn’t suit him, especially since they had only met once and hadn’t spent much time together.

But now, Yu Shijie found himself preoccupied, his eyes unconsciously drawn to Yang Xuehua’s direction, and once he started looking, he found it hard to look away.

In fact, compared to Xia Xiao and Xia Lin, Yang Xuehua wasn’t as pretty as the sisters, but she wasn’t far off either. Most importantly, Yang Xuehua had that sort of elegant beauty that wouldn’t be overshadowed even when standing with Xia Xiao and Xia Lin; she wouldn’t be made to look like a mere background.

Looking at Yang Xuehua, Yu Shijie wanted to know more about her. Not wanting to ask Xia Xiao, he naturally turned to Gao Jiaxing.

Besides, Yu Shijie wasn’t just anybody; if he jeopardized his future because of this, who knew whether Mr. Yu would hold his wife and him accountable.

Therefore, Gao Jiaxing didn’t think there was any hope and that it was better not to begin. But the more he refrained from telling Yu Shijie, the more Yu Shijie couldn’t stop thinking about it.

Thanks to the military uniforms Gao Jiaxing and Yu Shijie wore, their journey was smooth. Yang Xuehua wanted to take a look at her house, and Xia Xiao deliberately steered them in that direction.

As they passed Yang Xuehua’s house, they saw it sealed up. Yang Xuehua was somewhat surprised; the seal meant it was uninhabited, right? So, her family’s belongings were likely still there.

A smile appeared on Yang Xuehua’s face as she told Xia Xiao, "This used to be my house."

Xia Xiao nodded, and everyone took a clear look at the seal on the door, while Yu Shijie gave it an extra glance or two.

Xia Xiao thought that Yang Xuehua’s family wouldn’t be coming back, but they couldn’t be too far away. However, Xia Xiao wasn’t too concerned about that, thinking that when Yang Xuehua went to university, she could search there.

"Sister Xuehua, is there any other entrance to your house? Do you want to go back and take a look?" Xia Xiao asked.

Yang Xuehua shook her head, "No, I won’t go in. Just looking is enough."

Xia Xiao nodded, and they quickly moved on as they were just passing by.

Finally, they arrived at the military academy’s gates, and Gao Jiaxing asked, "Do you want to take a look at our school?"

Xia Xiao shook her head, "Not now, there will be other opportunities."

The military academy wasn’t easily accessible like other schools. Xia Xiao preferred to wait until she could visit as a college student and a family member.

Gao Jiaxing looked at Xia Xiao, surprised at her refusal, but after seeing Yang Xuehua’s slight understanding, he didn’t insist. He would still be there for several years and would have other chances.

Gao Jiaxing didn’t know what the authorities currently intended regarding identities and their arrangements, but many people had been rehabilitated and had their homes returned.

This made Gao Jiaxing think of his godfather Li Qinghong and god-sister Li Qiaoting, who might be returning to the city soon.

Time for Xia Xiao and the others to leave came quickly, and everyone felt it passed too swiftly.

Before leaving, Yu Shijie didn’t say anything to Yang Xuehua. Their relationship was like ships passing in the night, and while there was mutual admiration, it was a shame they were not a match.

At the moment of farewell, both Yang Xuehua and Yu Shijie felt some regret, being grown-ups and not young anymore. Although there was an attraction, they wouldn’t act impulsively.

Gao Jiaxing and Xia Xiao had very little time alone, except when the children were asleep at night. Otherwise, they were surrounded by little "light bulbs" that followed them like shadows.

However, Gao Jiaxing was very happy. Although the family reunion was brief, those few days were joyful, a welcome change from just yearning over photographs.

The separation was reluctant, yet they managed to face it with a more relaxed attitude.

When leaving, Xia Xiao didn’t go to see Ning Hui, although Ning Hui had given her the address. Xia Xiao felt there would be many more opportunities to meet, so she, along with Yang Xuehua and Xia Lin and Fang Yuan, returned to the county town.

After splitting up in the county town, Xia Lin and Fang Yuan headed home, while Xia Xiao and Yang Xuehua returned to the production team with the children.

Back home, Zheng Xianghong and Gao Guoqiang finally relaxed. Although they had left together with Yang Xuehua, Xia Lin and Fang Yuan, and Ning Hui, they were still somewhat anxious and worried. Seeing Xia Xiao and her grandchildren return brought full smiles to their faces.