Chapter 136: Chapter 136: Judging People and Acting Accordingly

Sun Xiuli was momentarily stunned when her son interrupted her but was stopped by a warning look from him as she was about to say something.

Sun Xiuli closed her mouth; she could disregard Liu Yufeng, but she wouldn’t defy Liu Jian Country’s intentions.

“Yulan, Baoxing, congratulations.” Liu Yufeng’s face had darkened due to Sun Xiuli’s words but improved somewhat due to his son’s actions, and quickly he extended well wishes to his sister and brother-in-law before Sun Xiuli could speak again.

Liu Yuxiang and Wen Jing followed suit in offering their congratulations, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

Though Sun Xiuli understood her son’s signal not to continue speaking unpleasant words, she wouldn’t miss any opportunity to gain an advantage.

“Guodong, Hua An, quickly greet them.” Sun Xiuli took Zhang Huaan, her two-year-old grandson from Liu Hongxia’s arms, and also took Liu Guodong’s hand, signaling them to greet the elders.

“Auntie, uncle…” The children had been taught on their way here, so they greeted the elders smoothly.

“Ah, ah, good children…” Liu Yulan smiled genuinely, enjoying the presence of her brother’s children, despite her differences with Sun Xiuli. After all, they are the bloodline of the Liu Family, especially the little ones separated by a generation – they’re incredibly cute, and the adults, no matter their grudges, wouldn’t take it out on the children, “wait a moment, Auntie will give you some candy to eat.”

Liu Yulan hadn’t expected their whole family to visit, so she hadn’t prepared envelopes, quickly wrapped two, grabbed handfuls of candy, and gave one to each child.

It’s customary for children visiting for the first time to receive envelopes.

Sun Xiuli was quite satisfied, took the envelopes from the children and handed them to her daughter-in-law Wei Xiaoling and her daughter Liu Hongxia, unapologetically.

Wei Xiaoling and Liu Hongxia were embarrassed by their mother’s actions, awkwardly smiled, and thanked Liu Yulan.

Liu Yulan smiled, not minding at all; she had no other demands from Sun Xiuli, only hoped she would quietly enjoy her meal today and not create any trouble.

Today is her daughter’s big day, if she dares to make a scene, don’t blame Liu Yulan for not giving her face.

“Alright, they’ve gone quite far, let’s hurry and catch up.” Wang Baoxing smiled foolishly, glad that Liu family relatives could come, regardless of the reason; he felt very happy, as it indicated that his wife’s maternal family recognized him.

Wang Baoxing pushed the bicycle, “Who would like to ride while carrying the two kids? It can save some energy.”

Zhang Qiu stepped forward and took the bicycle, “I’ll ride it, and bring Hong Xia and Hua An, Guodong can sit on the front bar.”

Having come all the way from Red Star Town to Shang Huang Village, carrying children, they were indeed tired, so saving energy was welcomed.

Liu Yulan locked the door and the group followed the crowd towards Yangliu Village.

At the Yang Family in Yangliu Village, Lao Zhao with others had already arranged the festive banquet merrily.

The Liu Family occupied almost an entire table, fortunately, Yang Zhigang had prepared enough tables, preventing any situation of guests arriving with nowhere to sit.

Sun Xiuli gazed at the liquor and meat on the table, pouting moodily, she quietly muttered to Liu Yufeng, “I didn’t expect your sister to have done quite well over the years, even riding a bicycle, and last time she bought a sewing machine too. Looks like the dowry for marrying off her daughter adds up to quite a lot, and she found a wealthy family for her son-in-law too. Humph… you, don’t be foolish again, they don’t need your support at all.” She had secretly asked her daughter, Liu Yulan was generous with the envelopes too.

Liu Yufeng was indifferent about this, sincerely happy for his sister; she was finally out of her struggle.

“Second Uncle, what does my cousin-in-law do? He seems quite well-liked…” Ever since arriving at the Wang Family, and seeing the car Yang Zhigang drove in with at the entrance of the Yang Family, Liu Jian Country had been paying attention; seeing two more cars parked outside, he became more curious about this cousin-in-law.

In these times, bicycles are rare to see, yet there were no less than ten here, cars even rarer, with three present.

Judging by how some guests dressed at those tables, they must have notable backgrounds.

This cousin-in-law seems extraordinary…

Liu Yuxiang, who often looked down on this big nephew, had an excellent skill for adjusting his attitude based on impressions.

He thought for a moment and smiled, “My niece’s husband was previously in the army, apparently did quite well, after transferring back locally, became the team leader at the town’s armed department, and was promoted last year, now a manager at the steel factory. How come your dad didn’t tell you? Nowadays your aunt and uncle are official employees at the steel factory, even have company housing, life is pretty good…”

He wanted to make clear, their family wasn’t anything special, and isn’t someone everyone wishes to take advantage of.

Liu Jian Country felt annoyed, he didn’t know, this cousin-in-law turned out to be quite capable; he quickly assessed and laughed, “I really didn’t know, dad, why didn’t you tell us earlier? We didn’t even invite aunt and uncle to dinner during the New Year, it’s really too impolite.”

On that day, he wasn’t home, visiting the in-laws instead, but returned to hear his mother’s complaints, originally not thinking much of it, now he felt regret.

Being someone who would seize opportunities, for anyone capable, he held the belief of avoiding offense, fostering good relations if possible, even if not possible, not crossing them unnecessarily. You never know when you might need them or your matters fall into their hands.

He previously assumed the Wang Family were ordinary farmers scraping by, occasionally visiting to mooch like destitute relatives. If that’s the case, no issue if his mother drove them away.

Now, seeing the cars outside, he thought maintaining connections could be beneficial.

But isn’t his thinking somewhat presumptuous…?

After all, this world doesn’t revolve around him. Daring to assume how things will be done according to his wishes? Does he think others have no temper or he’s overestimating himself?

Yang Zhigang and Wang Pandi started going around the tables to offer toasts. Upon reaching their table, Liu Jian Country raised his glass and said, “Congratulations to my cousin-in-law and cousin on their wedding. Next New Year we’re hosting, and you both must come…”

Did he think saying this would erase past issues?

“Hehe, thank you.” Yang Zhigang chuckled, concerning the matters of next year, he preferred to deal with them then. Now, being married, everything should prioritize his wife’s wishes.

After completing each table’s toasts, there were heartfelt blessings and perfunctory platitudes. Yang Zhigang didn’t mind, knowing long-awaited happiness was finally within reach – a warm home with his wife, children, and a bright future.

After the banquet, Liu Family bid farewell with deeply complex feelings.

On the journey back, Liu Jian Country instructed Sun Xiuli to treat the Wang Family more courteously in future encounters, to which Sun Xiuli remained silent for a long time without response.

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