For a split second, ziyi's body trembled, then she slowly turned to look at the direction of the person who wrapped his arm around her shoulder. slowly, her body restored to the original state. She smiled and said, "How can I not miss such a handsome guy?? Is it even possible for Ice not to miss you?? If this beautiful lady is not yours, trust me, I might have chased you for sure." The table was filled with laughter and Mr. John looked happy with Ziyi"s answer.
"You are right darling..I am young and energetic. Even now, there are so many beauties who are chasing me up. But what to do?? My life ended up in this lady's hand. I am so pitiable, you know "
Mrs. John looked at her husband and said, "You are free to divorce me. Even, I am fed up of seeing your face for the past 50years. There are several handsome guys waiting for me as well. Icey, just ignore him. "
Aseem looked at Angela and questioned , "who are they?? Looks like they are quite close to Ziyi"
Angela replied : Oh, they?? They are Mr & Mrs John. They are the owners of this store. They are Ziyi's landlords as well. Like you can see, they are share a close bond with her. Once Mrs. John had fainted in Sheffield and Ziyi helped her back then. From then onwards, they became very close. Later, when Ziyi was looking for a house, they let her stay in their home. Do you guys know Ziyi's house rent?? It's just 300 gbp for the entire house including bills.It's in the prime location and very close to the University also. Mr. John hasn't got any children. So, they treat her like their own and even visit Sheffield every month with an excuse of collecting rent, just to see her. They are really very kind to her.
Seems they are much closer than we thought..By the way, do we get any discount?? AJ asked shamelessly.
Mr. John heard AJ's question and replied, You can eat and drink whatever you want. After all you are our Icey's friends. Angela, my love, it has been a long time since we met. How are you dear??
Angela hugged John and said "Uncle John, I am good. Thank you. I am not gonna ask how are you because you look great. So, asking such a question is stupid of me. Thanks for the sandwiches but please ignore AJ's words. We are going to pay for them. "
John Uncle replied, "Oh come on dear, just few sandwiches doesn't drag me to go bankrupt. Eat happily and have fun. Be careful on your way during the peak walk. Due to yesterday 'S snow, it has become more slippery now.You guys carry on. I need to do some deliveries "
He looked at Ziyi and said, " If possible, tonight you guys can stay here. We can do some barbecue and have some mulled wine as well ". Mrs. John also joined her husband and said " Icey, it has been two months. we really miss you. You all four can stay. We have refurbished the house and got two more rooms. It won't be inconvenient for you "
Ziyi knows that they really treat her like their own. If she was alone, she might have stayed. But since she was with her friends, she couldn't make their decision as she does't know whether AJ & Aseem would agree. So, she said, Aunty, We will see if we can. Let's discuss in the evening. Aseem and AJ are visiting Castleton for the first time. We will see as how things proceed.
Mrs. John didn't force Ziyi because she knows that Ziyi is a very considerate person. She knows this girl for the past 4 years. Very kind, intelligent and organized girl. She is just 23 years old but very matured in her thoughts. She always regretted for not having kids but after meeting Ziyi, she stopped that worry. Ziyi also treated them like a family although she never calls them mum and dad. She is happy the way they are now. So, Mrs. John simply nodded and said, you guys carry on. Today, only Daisy is on her shift. Other three are on leave. I need to help her.
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