Gene Fusion System: Crime Hunter

"Yang Mei's parents invited me to dinner at their house this weekend. What kind of gift do you think I should prepare that's appropriate?"

When it comes to social customs, Wu Yan naturally understands better, so Luo Fei directly asked for her opinion.

Upon hearing this, Wu Yan's expression immediately became serious.

"It's your first time visiting her parent's home, so you can't be careless... Let's do this. I'll call your second aunt tomorrow and have her help us figure it out. By the way, do you know what Yang Mei's parents like?"

"I think she mentioned before that her dad likes tea and her mom is into health and beauty."

Luo Fei then added, "But Mom, let's not buy anything too expensive. Our family's situation—they probably already know, so there's no need to put on airs unnecessarily. As long as the thought counts."

"Don't worry about that, Mom has it under control."

After saying that, Wu Yan reminded him, "Remember to speak sweetly when you're at someone else's house. If you perform well, only then will they feel comfortable entrusting their daughter to you. Got it?"

"Yes, Mom, I understand!"

The mother and son chatted for a while before resting.

The next day, Luo Fei said goodbye to Wu Yan before heading out for his date with Yang Mei.

Wu Yan also called Wu Xiaohui to join her for shopping, planning to pick out a meeting gift for Yang Mei's parents.

When she heard it was for Luo Fei's future in-laws, Wu Xiaohui was very attentive.

The two of them visited several stores selling high-end gifts before finally getting everything ready.

When Luo Fei returned in the evening, Wu Yan pointed to the several high-end gift boxes on the coffee table.

"You mentioned Yang Mei's dad likes tea, so I bought two boxes of Biluochun and also got him a bottle of wine."

"The rest is for Yang Mei's mom—bird's nest and ejiao. I asked the store staff, and they said these items are good for beauty and wellness and are most suitable for female elders. Remember to bring them tomorrow."

"Okay, Mom."

"Did Yang Mei say whether you're going over at noon or in the afternoon tomorrow?"

"Noon."

"Then in the afternoon, you and Yang Mei see if you have time, we can go to your second aunt's house for a meal. Your uncle and the others will also be there."

Luo Fei sat down next to her and asked, "Why is Second Aunt inviting us? Is there something going on?"

"Zhenzhen just finished her college entrance exams a few days ago, and your second aunt was so happy she thought we should all gather for a meal."

"Ah, I see. I'll tell her tomorrow; it should be fine."

Turning to the side, he looked at Luo Hao and Luo Xiaoxiao, "Now that the college entrance exams are over, you two have your final exams coming up too, right?"

Luo Xiaoxiao nodded, "Yes, the teacher said it's probably around the tenth of next month."

"Then make sure you study well during this period, especially you, Luo Hao. You'll be in the second year of high school next semester, so pay attention."

After expressing concern for his siblings' studies, Luo Fei returned to his room.

Another peaceful night's sleep.

The next morning after breakfast, Wu Yan repeatedly reminded him of everything.

Around nine o'clock, Luo Fei left carrying the gifts Wu Yan had prepared.

Yang Mei had already left early to pick him up, and from a distance, she saw him standing by the roadside with all the packages.

She pulled the car over and watched him get in with bags in both hands, feeling a pang of regret.

"Just bringing a little something as a gesture is enough. Why did you buy so much? No way, where did you buy them? Let's go return them!"

Because her parents are in business, they often send gifts to business friends or receive reciprocal gifts from others. Yang Mei is quite familiar with this sort of thing.

Just by looking at the logos on those packaging bags, she knew each item was not cheap. Those items added up, at least cost tens of thousands.

Given her family's financial situation, that amount wouldn't be significant, but for Luo Fei, who comes from a regular family, she didn't want him burdened by unnecessary expenses because of her.

So she immediately urged him to return the items.

Luo Fei understood that she was trying to save him money.

Actually, when Wu Yan mentioned last night that she spent around eleven thousand dollars on these items, it was quite a pinch for Luo Fei as well.

But Wu Yan explained her reasoning afterward.

"Considering Yang Mei's family condition, even if you doubled these items, they might not pay any attention."

"I didn't buy these to make them think highly of our family. It's more to show that we do value Yang Mei."

"Plus, when Yang Mei first visited our home, she brought quite a few gifts, including a gold bracelet for me. If you don't reciprocate, how would Yang Mei feel?"

After hearing her explanation, Luo Fei wholeheartedly agreed.

Feeling both moved and determined, he shook his head repeatedly, "We can't return them. This is my mom's thoughtful selection, and returning them would waste her good intentions."

"But... can we keep a couple and return the rest?"

"No, Yang Mei. I know you want to save me money, but I can afford this much, so don't worry... Besides, it's my first time visiting your home; I have to leave a good impression on your parents, right?"

"Luo Fei, don't worry too much. My parents adore me, and since you're the person I like, they'll naturally like you unconditionally without you having to do anything..."

"If they like me, then I must behave well, at least to ensure they believe I'm capable of giving you a good life in the future. Isn't that the right mindset?"

"Alright, you win. We won't return them this time, but next time you don't buy such expensive things, or I'll be really upset."