Chapter 92 Return (Part 1)

  In the earphones, it's familiar Chinese, but the song is unfamiliar. Perhaps, even this city where the plane is about to land, is also familiar yet unfamiliar.

  Gu Huanli sat in the first-class cabin, staring out of the window with wide eyes, greedily like a child. Yes, although many times she was calm and even cold like an adult, after all, she was just a high school girl who wasn't yet fifteen years old.

  Abuqak city to Beijing, as far apart as the horizon and the corner of the sea. Whether it's her hometown or home, for a young girl who left home to study abroad, it's like the sweetest dream, only used for fantasy.

  Even if it's getting off a plane, even if it's taking a bus up the mountain, even if it's standing in front of the old Gu house, she still can't believe her eyes - has she really come back?

  She's back, isn't she?

  Brother really allowed her to come back, right?

  All of this wasn't her shattered dream for the one thousand eight hundred and thirty-sixth time. She truly stood here, breathing, with a beating heart. The sound by her ear was the unforgettable insect chirping from her childhood, and in front of her eyes was such an unfamiliar green - a lush green that filled her entire field of vision.

  It's strange, why in her memory, the most profound thing is a pair of cold iron gates?

  The old mansion in front of me is a simple and solemn villa. The milky white outer wall, the green pond, the fragrant camphor tree, the snow pine, the purple wisteria, the jade orchid, the Chinese cinnamon, the silver osmanthus... The branches of the trees are bent down to the outside of the wall by the lush flowers, and the roses on the ground are sun-kissed in the scorching sun, looking like a fiery red flame. The main building is high and overlooking, located in the center of a hill, surrounded by a lush lawn with dense flowers and trees. In front of the house, a creek with a thousand turns is rising with the tide, without any trace of artificial work.

  After wandering in loneliness and desolation for so long, being able to enjoy a little warmth of home is simply the best. Gu Huanli felt as if she had entered heaven. She wanted to cry, but didn't dare to. Brother, I hate weak people. So, she wouldn't cry, nor would she be overwhelmed with joy. Because she understood that if she couldn't prove herself to be excellent even without studying abroad, there was always some university waiting for her, whether it's Ivy League or Oxford and Cambridge.

  "Miss, welcome back." He Muyang stood at the door of the living room on the second floor, very respectful. Behind him, the waxed oak floor was shining brightly, with clear stripes. The stone-gray ceiling had various patterns carved on it. The walls were covered with paintings, and the furniture in the house had slender legs and silk cushions.

  Gu Huanli nodded slightly and smiled gently, "Mr. He, it's been a long time." She knew she couldn't ask, not even with her eyes.

  "The young master is inspecting projects in the south. According to the latest notice from his special assistant, it is expected that he will return to Beijing in three days."

  "It's good, I know." Not disappointing, yes, as Gu Huanli, she wouldn't be disappointed. Really, she wasn't. Because at least she had returned, hadn't she? Setting foot on this familiar land, returning to the old Gu residence, all of this was already a huge happiness for her.

  He Muyang directed the servants to move Gu Huanli's luggage to her dedicated dressing room and instructed the maid to serve Gu Huanli in washing and changing. When everything was settled, Gu Huanli sat in the living room, calmly sipping the seasonal Longjing tea, He Muyang then conveyed Gu Tianxi's instructions.

  "Miss, these are the universities that young master has chosen for you. Each has its own strengths, so please consider carefully." He Yuyang handed her three sets of materials, "The college entrance examination will be held in June, and young master has already arranged for private tutors to teach each subject in rotation."

  Stroking the folder, although her brother is not around, she can still feel his kindness. As for her studies, no matter how strict her brother's requirements are, she doesn't think it's a chore. Because during the most tiring, bitter and difficult times, she has been through them all, what could be more unbearable than the helplessness and confusion when she first arrived in a foreign land? At that time, she was not even ten years old.

  If it weren't for Cassidy, if it weren't for Pastor Ye, the community's brothers and sisters, as well as lovely friends, then she would definitely be repeating the past with no friends, no social life, only studying and family tutors.

  Although there are many community and school activities that require her participation, the places she goes to most often are still libraries, followed by museums and concert halls. Apart from studying hard, apart from skipping grades, apart from winning countless trophies and medals, she doesn't know how to repay her brother, repay that brother who calls her every day.

  Although her brother sends her a new mobile phone every year, that exclusive number has only received calls from one person. She would only reveal her genuine smile at the moment when the ringtone sounded.

  "Can you arrange a driver for me?" Gu Huanli asked He Muyang softly, "Since brother allows me to choose, can I go to these three schools separately without delaying my studies?"

  He Muyang nodded, "The new minivan you ordered for the young lady has been delivered, and the driver is on standby at all times. When the lady wants to go out, just let the maid notify the butler."

  "Great. What classes do you have today?"

  "The young master has seen the young lady's grades in America and hopes that she will first take a comprehensive ability test before arranging specific courses."

  Gu Huanli lowered her head and glanced at the antique watch. "I'll rest for two hours, we can start after 2 pm."

  "Yes." He Mu Yang picked up the bell on the table and gently shook it a few times.

  The maid pushed open the door and said softly, "Miss, lunch is ready."

  "Alright." Gu Huanli stood up and left the living room with a thick stack of documents.

  He Mu Yang walked into his private room and dialed a number on the phone. "Assistant Jiang? The young lady has arrived safely."

  "Yes, Miss hopes to visit these three universities."

  "Understood, I will pass it on."

  "Yes. I understand."

  Hang up the phone and then pick it up again to dial through.

  "Is Ms. Xi Yue there? I am He Muyang. Please send the autumn clothing and accessories catalog by tomorrow at 10:00 AM. Goodbye."

  "Manager Zhang, driver and bodyguard will be in position before 3 pm. Alright, goodbye."

  "Principal Feng, please fax the mock exam papers to 5171 before 1 pm this afternoon. Goodbye."

  "Dr. Mu, tomorrow at 8 am, the miss needs to have a comprehensive physical examination, also please arrange for the nutritionist to prepare the latest menu according to the test results. Goodbye."

  ……

  One by one, everything was in order. Until the notebook in his hand was completely finished item by item, He Muyang let out a long sigh. Only then did he have time to exclaim: Miss... you're finally back.

  Tears of gratitude? How could that be possible? As Gu Tian Xi's exclusive attendant, I had long since merged the Ye family's habits into my bones. I adjusted my tie in front of the mirror and continued working.

  In the bedroom upstairs, Gu Huanli let out a soft sigh.

  Actually, she could start answering the questions immediately. However, neither her enthusiasm nor her desire to show off should or can appear on her. Everything must be light and casual. This is the survival rule that her brother taught her. Just like estrangement has become her instinct.

  The room belonged to her, with a warm and elegant tone, adorned with exquisite furniture. It was neither gaudy nor overly luxurious, compared to the living room downstairs, it could be said that it was not luxurious enough, but elegant in abundance. This was the room in her memory, yet completely different.

  Perhaps it was because of her brother's recent return home that a wave of unprecedented gratitude arose. Gu Huan Lian remembered his meticulous care and no longer dwelled on the slight disappointment and despair in her heart.

  Her limbs stretched out, lying lazily on the bed with an inexplicable tranquility. The soft down comforter beneath her transmitted a gentle warmth that soothed some of her fatigue, but Gu Huanlin couldn't sleep no matter what.

  After all, the biological clock still needs some time to fully adjust.

  Her blood is boiling.

  Sat up, but unexpectedly saw a thin, slightly old booklet beside the pillow. On the yellowed cover page was printed "THE WANDERING FINN AND OTHER POEMS". It turned out to be Yeh Ts'ieh's 1889 published poetry collection?

  "Brother, thank you." Gu Huanli held the book tightly against her chest, even her fingertips trembling slightly.

  The breeze brings the faint scent of flowers and grass, the tranquility of late spring, letting her gradually immerse herself in the poet's hazy and beautiful realm, reminiscing, longing.

  In the afternoon, she completed two mock exam papers. Not many, just the subjects of Chinese and History that Gu Huanlin was least good at. At least, these were the subjects that everyone thought she should be bad at. After all, in America, she studied English and American history, and at most, added European history. Whether it was homework or research reports, Gu Huanlin had never chosen a project related to Chinese or Chinese history.

  So, when Principal Feng had the test papers graded and faxed to Shanghai. The miss who received the fax, as well as Special Assistant Jiang who signed for it, were both shocked, but they were shocked for different reasons.

  "President, the big sister's test paper has been faxed over."

  "How's the result?" Gu Tianxi asked without lifting his head while reviewing the documents in his hand.

  "There's only language and history." Jiang Te pushed his glasses up, saying frankly, "At least from my perspective, I would have thought that the young lady was always in the country, going to school, reading books."

  "She was interested in those things since she was a kid. It's not too bad, nor is it strange."

  He looked down at the results and still handed over the test paper, asking his superior to review it personally. After all, that person was not someone he could evaluate.

  It wasn't until he had signed all the documents in front of him that Gu Tianxi picked up Gu Huanlin's test paper. Although he was now studying civil engineering, if one really wanted to discuss it, his science subjects were absolutely stronger than his liberal arts subjects. But this didn't prevent him from evaluating someone's handwriting or composition.

  He is very proud.

  Then, there was anger.

  His sister was willing to find time to study on her own in the midst of busy studies, proving that she still had remaining physical and mental strength. Of course, this perseverance and determination are still worthy of praise. However, he didn't like his sister making private decisions or even being out of his control for a second. Because, this would make him wonder how long she had planned and prepared for the matter of returning to their home country.

  "There aren't many Chinese people in Abu Quaq." Jiang Te's voice remained as calm as water, sensing his superior's displeasure. "Although it's safe and there isn't much racial discrimination, Big Sister is still different from them after all."

  "A person who takes care of the family doesn't need such a weak emotion." Gu Tianxi put down the test paper and walked to the construction drawing hanging on the wall, "This time, the cooperation with Luo's family in Hangzhou is an opportunity for our affiliated construction company and chain restaurants to enter Europe, I don't want any mistakes to occur."

  "Yes. The supervisory side, we have invited the British LifuzDvidnndlilnd to take charge. The construction side will be carried out by TylrWdr Building Company under TylrWimey, which was just acquired. This is the latest geological survey report." Jiang Tezhu took out a thick file from the folder and handed it to Gu Tianxi, "Another legally effective survey report has been sent to the person in charge of the Luoshi Group's Greater China region."

  "What's the progress on Shanghao Ran's acquisition of the tech company?"