Chapter 44: Home for the New Year!

Early the next morning, Jiang Wen personally acted as driver and took Lin Mo to the airport.

The drinking party last night was so enjoyable that the two of them kept talking until midnight.

At parting, Jiang Wen sincerely tried to keep Lin Mo: "Hey little brother, why not stay a couple more days? We still haven't finished chatting!"

Lin Mo smiled and shook his head, explaining, "Big brother, I have to go back to take care of some matters, and besides, the New Year is near, I need to go home for the reunion."

Jiang Wen, hearing that, nodded in understanding, patted Lin Mo's shoulder, and said generously, "Alright, little brother, next time you come to Yanjing, remember to call me in advance, and we'll have a few more good drinks!"

Lin Mo, hearing that, was pleased: "That's a must. Big brother, when you come to Mo Du for fun, remember to look for me, and we'll continue our chat elsewhere!"

"Haha, no problem!"

Jiang Wen laughed heartily in agreement, and the two happily said goodbye in front of the airport, promising to meet again next time.

After getting back to Mo Du.

Lin Mo and Re Ba spent another two days together.

Only then did they prepare to fly back home.

His mother had called a few days earlier, asking when he would return.

Since Charlotte's Trouble was released, Lin Mo has also gained considerable fame online.

So, his parents also learned about it.

Of course.

It was mainly his relatives who told his dad and mom.

His cousin Song Wanwan was the first to realize that she was the director of Charlotte's Trouble.

At first, she was clueless.

If she hadn't seen the photos circulating on Weibo,

she really wouldn't have believed it.

Later, she called Lin Mo again, and after confirming, the girl was absolutely thrilled.

How could Lin Mo not know the girl's intentions?

It was nothing more than wanting him to get an autograph from her idol for her later.

She is in the second year of high school this year.

Girls at this stage,

have plenty of idol‑worshippers.

It was mentioned before.

Lin Mo's hometown is over in Chuan Province.

The wine city Lu Zhou, a small city.

Though it's called a small city, it's actually quite famous.

After all, Lu Zhou Laojiao, 1573, everyone must have heard of it.

He also has a fellow female star from the same hometown.

The flight is direct.

When he arrived at his doorstep, it was already 5:30 p. m.

When he steps out, he doesn't need to wear a hat or mask like other celebrities.

Although.

During this period, his name has been quite popular online.

But few people actually know him.

After all, he's a director.

Who watches a movie and pays excessive attention to the director!

He just got home and opened the door.

Good fellow!

The whole setup startled him.

All the relatives at home had arrived.

His second uncle, third uncle, plus his maternal uncle, eldest aunt, second aunt, youngest aunt, and great‑aunt…

"Oh my, the great director of our family is back!" the elder uncle clapped his hands and was the first to shout.

Alright.

Lin Mo usually feels his skin is already thick enough, but this homecoming completely flustered him.

Lin Mo and his eldest uncle and the others exchanged greetings one by one.

"Brother~!"

The younger cousins swarmed around, especially Song Wanwan, whose eager attentiveness made her want to carry Lin Mo's luggage on her own.

Lin Mo smiled and teased her, "When did our Wanwan become so sensible?"

The aunt, laughing nearby, teased, "Isn't it just that she wants you to get a few idol autographs for her!"

"Ah, Mom~"

Song Wanwan, seeing her little thought exposed, flushed instantly and shyly hid behind her aunt.

The other younger cousins, seeing this, also crowded over, wanting Lin Mo to help get autographs.

Second uncle, seeing this, quickly shooed them away: "If you want autographs, you'll have to wait a bit; haven't you seen that your brother just got back!"

The second uncle's stern look made the little ones scatter in an instant.

His second uncle is usually a rather stern person.

The kids at home are all rather afraid of him.

Lin Mo saw the big gold chain on his second uncle's neck, which was especially conspicuous, so he teased, "Whoa, Second Uncle, you haven't skimped this year, that big gold chain!"

Second Uncle waved his hand, "Small money, small money, you're not the one earning more!"

"Second Uncle, you're being modest!"

"Uncle, your belly's gotten a lot bigger than last year!"

"Aunt, you've been feeding Uncle quite well!"

Lin Mo chatted a few more words with Uncle and Aunt, making everyone burst into laughter.

As for his father.

He rarely spoke, just sat there, Hehe watching him.

Mother had glanced at him earlier, then ran to the kitchen to stir‑fry.

The kitchen was extremely lively.

Outside they were chatting, inside they were chatting too.

Look at this.

After Lin Mo talked with his second uncle for a while, he went to the kitchen.

"Mom, I can smell your cooking from the living room, it's fragrant!" Lin Mo wrapped his arm around Mother's shoulder.

"Your nose is the sharpest!"

Mother said Hehe.

"Mo Mo, you look much more mature than last year, and also more handsome!" Aunt laughed.

"Mo Mo, do you have a girlfriend yet? When will you bring her over for us to see!"

"Exactly, exactly!"

"Your mother has been nagging about wanting a daughter‑in‑law for ages!"

Lin Mo was bombarded with the rapid questions, scratched his head, and quickly found an excuse to slip away.

Evening.

The whole family was very lively.

This only happens during New Year or festivals; the house is this bustling then.

This year.

Lin Mo hadn't learned anything else.

But his skill at drinking had improved a lot.

In the past, among this big family, his drinking capacity was the worst.

Oh, wait, his father's drinking capacity was even worse.

But…

His father didn't like drinking; he liked smoking a bit.

After this round after that round.

Soon he had made Second Uncle, Third Uncle, Uncle, and Aunt's faces all turn red.

Lin Mo felt a secret satisfaction inside.

Finally he got his revenge!

Especially against Uncle.

In previous years he'd forced him to drink a lot; this year he finally stood his ground.

Eating and drinking, they didn't finish until midnight.

Uncle was already drunk; now he was snoring loudly in the guest room.

After the relatives left.

Lin Mo finally had time to chat with his father and mother.

He only came back once this year.

Before, they were poor and couldn't afford to buy things for the elders.

But this year was different.

He bought Mother a gold necklace.

He knew Mother's taste well; she liked shiny gold things.

As for his father.

He bought him a watch and a leather strap.

The two elders were naturally Hehe.

Mother said it was wasteful money, but the smile on her face could not be hidden.

Father looked at the watch and couldn't put it down.