Chapter 1573: Always Have a Backup Plan

"Oh, you must know someone who can promote the product! Just put in a little effort and ask around!"

Father Xu said with a face full of smiles, looking prepared to pester her until she gave in.

Xu Xiaoxiao pursed her lips and fell silent.

It was obvious that Father Xu was prepared to latch onto Xu Xiaoxiao.

If Xu Xiaoxiao didn't agree, he would likely go on and on without stopping!

Thinking of that possibility, Xu Xiaoxiao felt a headache coming on.

She had no energy to waste on this family, so she held out her hand to her father and said helplessly, "Then give me the materials."

"Materials?"

"Yes. When you go for a job interview, don't you need a resume? Even if Zixin doesn't have a resume, she should at least have photos, an information form, or something similar."

"Oh, it's just a word from you, what materials could you possibly need?"

Father Xu wanted Xu Xiaoxiao to make things convenient.

Xu Xiaoxiao, however, looked helpless: "I don't have that much power. If you want me to help, give me Xu Zixin's materials."

Xu Zixin had been suppressing her anger for half the day.

Seeing this woman refuse to be flexible no matter what, she said sarcastically, "If I had to do things by the book, why would I even need to come to you?"

"But I only know how to do things by the book."

"You..."

Xu Zixin was about to die of anger; she turned her head and complained to her father: "Dad, look at her, she is clearly making things difficult for me!"

If it were any other time, Father Xu would surely have tried to smooth things over.

And then secretly sided with Xu Zixin.

But today, the situation was different.

Father Xu said politely: "It was my fault for being in a rush and forgetting to bring Zixin's materials. It's my problem, so let's talk about it next time. Xiao Xiao, you should get some rest."

Hearing this, Xu Zixin was extremely displeased.

But after seeing her father give her a suggestive look, she could only swallow her anger.

Finally, she glared fiercely at Xu Xiaoxiao before leaving, unwilling and resentful.

Once they left, Sister Zhang shook her head and sighed: "This family, not only are they thick-skinned, but they're also missing a few screws."

After saying that, Sister Zhang added suspiciously: "It's a miracle you were raised to be such a top student."

"I take after my mother."

"Oh, your mother..."

"Divorced my dad."

Hearing this, Sister Zhang immediately wore a look of realization.

Afterward, she looked at Xu Xiaoxiao with sympathy.

She thought that living in such a family environment was no different from a lamb entering a wolf's den.

How pitiful!

Sister Zhang affectionately patted Xu Xiaoxiao's head and said: "Poor little lamb, I'll make you something delicious tonight."

The little lamb smiled and said nothing.

As for the departing Xu Family, especially Xu Zixin and her mother, they were furious.

They even blamed Father Xu for everything.

Father Xu looked innocent: "Xiao Xiao is a child with a mind of her own. If pushed too hard, she'll just wash her hands of the whole thing."

"Why should she wash her hands of it? You are her father; if she doesn't listen to your requests, it's clearly unfilial!"

Xu Zixin looked resentful, completely forgetting how she usually turned a deaf ear to Father Xu's words.

Cheng Xueli was also so angry that she was practically fuming.

But she still had some sense left; her eyes darted around as she reached a conclusion: "We can't put all our eggs in her basket. Let's prepare the materials, and look into other avenues as well."

Xu Zixin immediately pouted her red lips: "But I came here specifically to take a shortcut!"

Cheng Xueli turned to soothe her daughter: "Mother knows, but this is just having a backup plan, isn't it?"

Father Xu also said: "There are many talent agencies here, and even more opportunities. Try to make your own way first."

"Exactly, if you manage to make a name for yourself, that would be a slap in the face to Xu Xiaoxiao!"

The parents' persuasion worked.

Xu Zixin decided to give it a try.

Of course, slapping Xu Xiaoxiao's face was secondary; what Xu Zixin looked forward to most was catching the eye of Jiang Chenghao!

Seeing her daughter relent, Father Xu also breathed a sigh of relief.

But what Cheng Xueli was thinking about was...

Preparing some beautiful and high-end outfits for her daughter.

Beauty treatments had to be scheduled too!

As soon as she got back, Cheng Xueli started booking appointments with beauticians and arranging time to go shopping.

And this behavior from his wife gave Father Xu a massive headache.

He had originally been in business, but with the recent poor market, he had simply offloaded his failing business.

Coming here with his wife and daughter was also an opportunity to see if there were any development prospects.

Now, he hadn't found any opportunities, and Cheng Xueli was already prepared to spend money like water?

How could that work!

Father Xu good-naturedly discussed it with Cheng Xueli, asking her to take it easy.

Cheng Xueli agreed readily, but as soon as she and Xu Zixin stepped out, they headed straight for a luxury goods store.

Seeing her mother about to enter the shop, Xu Zixin hurriedly pulled her back and asked, "Are you really going in?"

"Of course! Do you see that bag? I couldn't even buy it abroad; I never expected to find it for sale here!"

Cheng Xueli was eager to try.

Xu Zixin reminded her, "If Dad finds out, he won't be happy."

Cheng Xueli gave a soft huff and retorted, "Isn't the money he earns meant for us mother and daughter to spend?"

"But..."

"Oh, it doesn't matter. If your father finds it difficult, then we'll just find a way to make your sister gift it to us!"

Mentioning Xu Xiaoxiao, Xu Zixin said irritably, "She's just a university teacher, how could she be willing to spend that much!"

"But her boyfriend is rich. Gifting a bag is surely a small matter for him!"

Cheng Xueli's words left a bitter taste in Xu Zixin's mouth.

Her red lips moved slightly, and she huffed with resentment, "Once Jiang Chenghao becomes my boyfriend, he will definitely buy all kinds of bags for Mom."

"Oh, I knew you were a filial girl!"

In the end, Cheng Xueli still dragged Xu Zixin in to buy the bag.

However, when it came time to swipe the card, it exceeded the credit limit.

Cheng Xueli's expression turned ugly immediately.

She said to Xu Zixin with great annoyance, "Call your father!"

Xu Zixin did not call, but instead reminded her, "If we call Dad, he will definitely make you return this bag."

Return it?

How could that be!

This was the bag she had been dreaming of!

Cheng Xueli gritted her teeth and said again, "Then you call Xu Xiaoxiao!"

Xu Zixin didn't even think about it before refusing, "I won't. This is a bag Mom wants to buy, you do it!"

Hmm...

Cheng Xueli could indeed make the call.

But if she called, would Xu Xiaoxiao actually help?

That girl was no pushover.

Just as Cheng Xueli was struggling with the dilemma, a voice suddenly came from behind:

"You two, do you know Xu Xiaoxiao?"

Cheng Xueli and her daughter followed the voice and saw a woman with a large belly standing there.

The woman was very young and had a refined air about her.

And... her outfit was certainly not cheap.

She must be a person of status!

Cheng Xueli made her judgment and introduced herself with a warm smile, "Yes, I am Xiao Xiao's mother, and this is Xu Zixin, Xiao Xiao's younger sister."

Mother and younger sister?

Upon hearing their identities, Cai Xiaotang smiled kindly and said, "Hello, Auntie. I am a friend of Xiao Xiao's. My name is Cai Xiaotang."

"Hello!"