Chapter 2022: Chapter 2020: Everything Turned Upside Down

Then Gu Qiaoqiao sat beside Sima Xiaowen, carefully sensing, but unfortunately, even if there was a life force, it was really too weak.

Gu Qiaoqiao quickly asked, "Does Chu Chengfeng know?"

While peeling an apple for Gu Qiaoqiao, Sima Xiaowen laughed and said, "It’s still uncertain, so I haven’t told him yet. Otherwise, with his big mouth, it would be known to everyone soon, and if it’s not true, wouldn’t that be awkward?"

Gu Qiaoqiao remembered the wolf-like look in Chu Chengfeng’s eyes whenever he saw Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei, and nodded in agreement, "Sister Xiaowen, I really think there’s a possibility."

The two shared a knowing smile.

"By the way, Sister Xiaowen, how are Mrs. Leng and the others now?"

After last year’s disaster, the elders of the Phoenix Clan, under Chu Chengfeng’s leadership, began to re-plan and buy that piece of land. Although the usage period is limited, it’s not a problem for them.

Next comes the reconstruction there.

Of course, the collapsed houses need to be restored, and as for those without owners anymore, they are flattened. The building’s green bricks, left over after the flood, are of excellent quality, resistant to both fire and water.

So there’s no need to feel sorry about it. The newly-produced red bricks from the brick kilns can’t compare at all. Other building materials are transported from outside the mountains; many hands make light work. With strong financial support and some incredible means, the Phoenix Clan’s Divine Land now looks brand new.

By last year, just before winter arrived, construction was completed. Of course, to prevent irrelevant people from wandering into the Phoenix Clan’s land casually, they set up a barrier.

People were quite curious about building houses in the mountains, but as time passed, the topic gradually faded.

After all, it’s just some wealthy people building some leisure villas in the mountains, nothing rare. To the villagers at the foot of the mountain, they are more drawn to the bustling life and sparkling neon lights of big cities.

Some people sigh, saying wealthy people are different; they strive to move to the city, yet city dwellers insist on retreating to the woods.

Some argue back, a few years ago, wild vegetables were eaten by these rural folks, and now it’s reversed; wild vegetables from the countryside sold in the city are priced higher than typical produce.

Many things have turned upside down.

To young people, this elicits envy, while older folks are puzzled, but regardless, the Phoenix Clan’s Divine Land has regained its former peace and harmony.

The Divine Land Hall is perfectly preserved, with a separate barrier set up. In case someone accidentally breaks in, they mustn’t see this hall.

For the Phoenix Clan, setting up these barriers is easy, so it’s remained calm. However, since then, Gu Qiaoqiao hasn’t visited the Phoenix Clan Divine Land, but she often hears news about it from Chu Chengfeng and Sima Xiaowen.

Just like the little uncle, Mrs. Leng and the others are not accustomed to using highly convenient mobile phones.

Although very convenient and specially customized for mystic sect members, Elder Sima and Mrs. Leng are not fond of what seems to be a phone-controlled lifestyle.

They feel that having a phone brings a kind of tie; you must always carry it with you. Although convenient, even in the legendary cultivation world, transmission devices can’t compare to phones, yet this small thing can still tether one’s thoughts.

It’s not quite suitable for them.

Gu Junbai probably thinks the same way; they prefer a carefree life.

After all, when they need peace, a phone can sometimes disrupt by ringing at the wrong moment.

That’s why their contact with Gu Qiaoqiao is minimal, and Gu Qiaoqiao doesn’t call them casually. When she wants news, Chu Chengfeng and Sima Xiaowen can tell her.

Sima Xiaowen handed the peeled apple to Gu Qiaoqiao and then said, "They are all doing well, you don’t need to worry."

Gu Qiaoqiao nodded and didn’t continue asking. The uncertain mood she had when she arrived had now settled down.

Sister Xiaowen is fine; this is just a pre-pregnancy reaction. In Gu Qiaoqiao’s view, it’s basically pregnancy, but since Sister Xiaowen is not ordinary, her reactions differ from others and can’t be detected at the hospital.

In a month, the results should come out.

Then Gu Qiaoqiao thought of a question, "Sister Xiaowen, are you going to the Top Grade Beef Noodle Restaurant these days?"

"No, I feel particularly lazy these days, don’t want to go there. For years, I haven’t felt this way, so I plan to rest for a few days."

Knowing Sima Xiaowen isn’t going to the Top Grade Beef Noodle Restaurant, there’s no need to mention Xiao Yu’s matter.

After all, Qin Xiaoyu told her to keep it confidential, and she can’t tell anyone—it’s the basic principle.

Gu Qiaoqiao and Sima Xiaowen began chatting about different topics.

Originally, Gu Qiaoqiao intended to cook lunch for Sima Xiaowen, Sister Xiaowen is good in every way except for not liking kitchen work. However, unexpectedly, as Gu Qiaoqiao just started picking vegetables, Chu Chengfeng came home.

Noon is actually the busiest time at the Top Grade Beef Noodle Restaurant, but this guy can’t stop worrying about his wife, so he comes home every noon or brings Sister Xiaowen her favorite food in an insulated box, or cooks for her himself.

At this moment, he’s holding an insulated box, and seeing Gu Qiaoqiao here, he is very pleased, "Sis-in-law, Sister Xiaowen loves your sweet and sour ribs. I’ll assist; how about we make that for lunch?"

Before Gu Qiaoqiao could reply, the lazy Sima Xiaowen perked up and nodded along, "I have prepared ribs in the fridge; I really want to eat them."

Upon hearing his wife’s words, Chu Chengfeng tenderly looked at Gu Qiaoqiao.

Gu Qiaoqiao felt speechless.

Alright, at this moment, Sima Xiaowen is a would-be mother; she gets to decide. Besides, making these dishes doesn’t require Chu Chengfeng’s help, and he’s rather a hindrance, so Gu Qiaoqiao shooed him out to talk with Sister Xiaowen since Sister Xiaowen has been home alone these days.

Quickly, Gu Qiaoqiao made the sweet and sour ribs and stir-fried two greens, while Chu Chengfeng also opened the food he brought.

The portion is quite large, enough for three people, with both meat and vegetables, light and heavy.

This nutrition should be adequate.

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