Doctor: Picking Up Attributes in the Hospital-Chapter 437 - 370: Meeting Xu Man Ni’s Parents! So Nervous! (Part 2)
Xu Man Ni smiled and said.
"Okay."
Zhao Heng nodded. Since Xu Man Ni said so, that’s how it would be.
"Should I bring something?"
Zhao Heng was a bit unsure and asked again. In his hometown, when visiting the in-laws for the first time, traditionally one brings gifts. Strictly speaking, it’s usually ham, cigarettes, alcohol, sugar, tea, and even a bag of rice. This represents the expectation of a life filled with modest comforts after marriage, full of the warmth and fragrance of everyday life.
"No need, we’re just meeting, it’s not like we’re getting engaged."
Xu Man Ni said with a smile.
Next, Zhao Heng and Xu Man Ni went to her home together, and half an hour later, the car stopped in a villa district.
Zhao Heng took a look at the villa district. Although this villa was on the outskirts of the city, it was likely worth tens of millions.
Xu Man Ni casually took Zhao Heng’s arm, and they entered the house together.
As soon as they entered, a girl rushed over and hugged Xu Man Ni, happily shouting, "Man Ni sis."
This sudden hug caught Zhao Heng off guard.
"Is this the brother-in-law?"
After hugging Xu Man Ni, the girl glanced at Zhao Heng and said.
"He is the brother-in-law, not some ’young brother-in-law’."
Xu Man Ni gave the girl a playful look and said.
"This is my younger cousin, Xu Hongdou."
Xu Man Ni briefly introduced her to Zhao Heng.
Zhao Heng nodded and carefully looked at Xu Man Ni’s cousin, Xu Hongdou.
Admittedly, as Xu Man Ni said, Xu Hongdou was indeed a great beauty. Her eyes were clear, her face was oval-shaped, and her skin was very fair. She had two dimples on her cheeks, and her tall figure and graceful movements exuded a classical charm.
Moreover, Xu Hongdou had a unique aura, a touch of ethereal beauty without feeling cold, with a warm undertone; a natural allure that subtly emerged between her painted eyes and red lips, yet her pure essence did not invite any disrespect.
This girl had both the enchanting look and ethereal quality of a lotus flower. She was beautiful but not vulgar and not aloof. Overall, she’s truly one-of-a-kind.
She’s a beauty of the understated type, unlike Xu Man Ni who is of the more strikingly beautiful type; it’s hard to compare the two styles.
Speaking of which, the Xu family’s genes seem to be exceptional. Xu Man Ni is a great beauty, and her cousin Xu Hongdou is also a great beauty.
"You finally decided to come back from Dali?"
Xu Man Ni teased Xu Hongdou with a smile.
"I always have to come back eventually."
Xu Hongdou affectionately linked arms with Xu Man Ni and said warmly. It was evident that their relationship was indeed very close, like real sisters with no difference.
Upon entering the living room, Zhao Heng immediately noticed a stylishly dressed handsome old man sitting on the sofa. Next to him sat a woman who looked very poised. These two should be Xu Man Ni’s parents.
Zhao Heng walked over and politely greeted, "Hello, Uncle and Aunt."
Hearing Zhao Heng’s words, the old gentleman only nodded reservedly, while the poised lady appraised Zhao Heng carefully and then nodded in satisfaction.
"Sit down, Zhao."
The mother kindly said to Zhao Heng.
It’s often said that a son-in-law is half a son, and mothers-in-law tend to look more favorably upon sons-in-law. Fathers-in-law, on the other hand, often find it hard to be too friendly at first; after all, it’s like their "cabbage" has been taken away.
Seeing the father still reservedly holding back, the mother nudged him, and the father reluctantly said two words, "Have some tea."
Zhao Heng saw a set of natural clay tea set placed on the coffee table, looking very rustic and authentic.
"Uncle, this should be Dali Bai clay pottery, which is perfect for brewing Pu’er tea."
Zhao Heng said after looking at the clay tea set.
Before coming over, he naturally did his homework. Xu’s parents had just returned from Dali, and the most famous thing in Dali would definitely be Bai clay pottery.
"Do you have a study of tea wares?"
Upon hearing Zhao Heng’s words, Xu’s father’s expression slightly softened. Not many young people are willing to drink tea and understand it; being able to name such a niche tea ware shows some knowledge of tea.
"If I’m not mistaken, Uncle, this should be a wood-fired Bai clay hand-held pot, which is the most meditative and classically beautiful among this series of tea wares."
Zhao Heng recalled the Dali Bai clay pottery tea wares he had briefly studied earlier.
"Yes, that’s the one. It’s the most meditative. I just love this feeling."
Apparently hit on the mark by Zhao Heng, Xu’s father said excitedly.
When it comes to the meditation aspect, he had no one else to discuss it with in the family, so he could only appreciate it by himself.
Women often love clothes, bags, and makeup products. Talking about tea with them felt like playing music to cows (ineffectual and pointless).
Now, the future son-in-law could easily identify such a niche tea ware, indicating a genuine study of tea culture. Thinking that there would be another man in the family in the future who understands tea, Xu’s father’s expression softened considerably.
"Zhao, I bought several sets of this clay from Dali. Take a set with you later, and some Pu’er tea."
Perhaps this rare feeling of appreciation in the family pleased Xu’s father, who said happily to Zhao Heng.
"Thank you, Uncle."
Zhao Heng immediately nodded. He knew that giving presents is a way for elders to express themselves; whatever they give you, accepting it is a sign of favor.
"Zhao, I heard you work at the Eastern Hospital as a doctor? Which department? At your age, you should still be a resident doctor, right?"
Xu’s father asked again.
The couple’s return was so sudden that Xu Man Ni only had time to tell her parents that Zhao Heng worked at the Eastern Hospital and hadn’t had a chance to elaborate; it was meant as a surprise.
"In the Anesthesia Center, currently acting as deputy director."
Zhao Heng said humbly.
"Huh? Deputy director? Zhao, you’re not even thirty yet, and you’re a deputy director?"
Xu’s father was taken aback, thinking he had misheard. Knowing that his daughter and brother, Xu Wenqiang, both worked at the Eastern Hospital, he naturally had some understanding of the hospital’s workings. Achieving the deputy director position typically required being in one’s late thirties at least.
Could it be that his daughter had found someone who was all talk?
With that thought, Xu’s father stood up, went to the side, took out his phone, and called his old brother Xu Wenqiang.
Five minutes later, Xu’s father returned, sat down, and gave Zhao Heng a peculiar look.
"Zhao, you really are a deputy director."
Originally, after hearing from his daughter that the future son-in-law’s family background was ordinary, he thought his family had some advantages in this regard.
But, after hearing from his old brother Xu Wenqiang, who is the head of the surgery department at Eastern Hospital, he realized that a deputy director at 25 years old in Eastern Hospital might be unique in the nation, and his daughter was lucky to have found him.
"Yes, Uncle."
Zhao Heng nodded.
"Look at what you’re asking, Zhao wouldn’t lie to you."
The mother gave Xu’s father a look and said.
Youthful, dashing, with a clean appearance and excellent demeanor, who had already risen to deputy director at Eastern Hospital—such a good son-in-law couldn’t be found even with a lantern.
Initially, since her daughter Xu Man Ni was already thirty, she had some worries about her daughter’s marriage. But now, seeing things for herself, there’s no need to worry at all.
Although it’s a tad late, her daughter found the best.
Sitting on the side, Xu Hongdou heard this conversation and stared at Zhao Heng in wide-eyed amazement.
This brother-in-law turned out to be a deputy director at a center in Eastern Hospital?
She had never seen such a young deputy director at a hospital. In her impression, doctors at the deputy director level should be at least in their forties, with some balding traits.
This guy doesn’t even have to be bald and can be this capable?
It’s not logical!
As for Xu Man Ni, she was all smiles now, realizing that love and marriage should naturally receive parental blessings. It seemed she had worried for nothing.
