Chapter 199: Chapter 199: The Unpredictability of Life Is No Surprise

When Zhu Zicheng arrived at the Wang Family with Wang Zhaodi and Zhu Zheng, the Wangs were just about to start dinner.

“Grandma, Grandpa, we’re here to see you…” Zhu Zheng, full of childlike innocence, charged ahead and happily threw himself into Liu Yulan’s arms.

Liu Yulan smiled, lovingly patted the little one’s head, and handed him a piece of meat to his mouth.

The little foodie puffed up his cheeks and ate happily, then turned to Wang Pandi, “Auntie, sister.”

Yang Qingwen was being held by Wang Pandi. Upon seeing Zhu Zheng, she obviously recognized him, drooling, clapping her hands, and giving a joyful smile, “Brother… hehe…”

Wang Miaomiao was dumbfounded. How had she not known that in this year-plus absence, her family and Wang Zhaodi’s had grown so close?

“Dad, Mom, Miaomiao, Jia Bao, Pandi, Gangzi, oh, Mr. Jiang, everyone is here. Zhengzheng, quickly greet them, that’s your little aunt and uncle, and Uncle Jiang.”

Zhu Zicheng, with his usual affable familiarity, always greeted people with a smile. Whether his sincerity was partial could be debated, but you don’t hit someone offering a warm face.

Zhu Zheng blinked his big eyes at Wang Miaomiao and Wang Jia Bao and obediently greeted them, “Little aunt, uncle, Uncle Jiang, hello. Uncle, hello…” He even remembered to call out to Yang Zhigang, whom he had just missed, proving to be a clever and well-behaved child.

Wang Miaomiao couldn’t understand why their relations were now harmonious. In truth, this sweet-talking little guy had a lot to do with it.

After Wang Miaomiao and Wang Jia Bao joined the military, the house suddenly became quiet.

At that time, Zhu Zheng was just starting to babble, being fun and playful. Zhu Zicheng wanted to strengthen ties here, so he often brought Wang Zhaodi and Zhu Zheng over to visit them.

People have to grow, and after having children, Wang Zhaodi gradually became more gentle.

She wouldn’t cause trouble or talk much, just quietly did her tasks. Plus, with Zhu Zheng as a lovely buffer between the two families, even if Liu Yulan wanted to stay stern, she couldn’t, and slowly the relationship improved, though they never raised their voices again.

Seeing the little guy with his red lips and white teeth, lively and adorable, looking very likable, Wang Miaomiao couldn’t help but want to tease him, pulling him over, “Oh, who is this cute little friend?”

“I am Zhengzheng, little aunt hasn’t seen Zhengzheng before, and it’s Zhengzheng’s first time seeing little aunt.” Zhu Zheng, having finished chewing, spoke while his eyes kept glancing at the dishes on the table, adorably so.

He spoke clearly and intelligently, “Is that so, then how old is Zhengzheng this year? Do you like eating eggs?” Wang Miaomiao held him in her arms, grabbed a bowl, took a braised egg and placed it in the bowl, handing him chopsticks, letting him eat by himself.

Over there, Wang Miaomiao and Zhu Zheng talked back and forth, while here Wang Baoxing also invited Zhu Zicheng to sit at the table.

“I heard that Jia Bao and Miaomiao returned, so we came to see.” Zhu Zicheng didn’t stand on ceremony and sat down, declaring his intent.

“You came at the right time. I just asked Zhu Xiong to give you a message. Didn’t you see him? The day after tomorrow, your sister Miaomiao and Xiao Jiang are getting engaged. Remember to come early.” Zhu Xiong is Wu Min’s husband, Zhu Zicheng’s cousin.

“Is that so? Congratulations to my sister and Mr. Jiang.” Zhu Zicheng was both surprised and unsurprised. So this is how it is…

Mr. Jiang isn’t just anyone, my sister-in-law is really capable.

Anyway, he was truly happy. Having relatives who thrive means he could always benefit from their success, so he quickly offered congratulations, adding an explanation, “We just went to Shanghuang Village first and didn’t find you at your old home, so we came here. Maybe we took a wrong turn and missed him.”

The Wang couple always alternated living between their old home in Shanghuang Village and the factory.

Jiang Yan stood up and poured wine for Zhu Zicheng, saying with a smile, “It’s fine to call me Xiao Jiang, brother-in-law. We’re all family, calling me Mr. Jiang is too formal.”

Actually, Yang Zhigang is older than Zhu Zicheng, but it’s a matter of seniority since he married Wang Zhaodi.

“Alright, alright, Xiao Jiang. Whoa, that’s enough, enough.” Zhu Zicheng responded with a laugh, seeing Jiang Yan about to fill the wine glass completely, he quickly stopped him.

Wang Zhaodi was momentarily stunned hearing Wang Baoxing’s words, glancing at the sister and that man, who once captured the dreams and broke the hearts of many girls around Shanghuang Village, still talking and laughing with her son.

Indeed, they ended up together.

Back then, she could see something going on between them. Turns out she was right.

Oh… pity for her cousin Zhang Hongfang, her life ruined over an impossible man.

Zhang Hongfang married a divorced man and became a stepmother to two kids. Over the years, she had a daughter herself. As long as she doesn’t act out, her life wouldn’t be bad at all, but alas…

Wang Zhaodi thought about so much but didn’t say a word.

Wang Miaomiao sensed her gaze, looked up at her, and Wang Zhaodi gave her a smile, appearing to be a gentle and obedient woman.

But Wang Miaomiao knew she was not. In the future, she would dominate in business and become a powerful woman, not someone timid and silent.

She had just grown more mature and composed, putting on a facade.

However, Wang Miaomiao didn’t expose her, responding with a calm smile.

Whatever she would be now or in the future was irrelevant as long as Wang Zhaodi got along well with their parents and didn’t stir up trouble.

This meal was probably the most complete and harmonious gathering the Wang Family had in recent years.

That’s why, in his joy, Wang Baoxing once again drank too much, much to the annoyance of Liu Yulan who both served him and scolded him. The three sons-in-law and one son looked at each other but didn’t dare to pour more wine, obediently finishing their meals, ending the dinner.

In those days, without streetlights, walking at night wasn’t easy. Fortunately, tonight’s moonlight was quite good, suggesting tomorrow would be another sunny day.

Zhu Zicheng leisurely rode his bike, carrying Zhu Zheng and Wang Zhaodi home, with Zhu Zheng holding a flashlight to light the way for his father, excitedly taking on this playful task.

Zhu Zicheng, having drunk a bit too much, slurred, “Zhaodi, I really didn’t expect Miaomiao and Xiao Jiang to get together, your sister is really fortunate.”

Wang Zhaodi just let out a faint “hmm,” her tone remarkably flat, not seeming eager to discuss the topic.

However, Zhu Zicheng didn’t notice, babbling all the way, while Wang Zhaodi listened without expression, her thoughts her own.

Meanwhile, Wang Miaomiao and Liu Yulan, as they cleaned the dishes, also discussed Wang Zhaodi.

Liu Yulan spoke of events from the past year, ending with a sigh, “I don’t know what she’s thinking. Every time she comes it’s very quiet. I can’t just chase her away, she’s your father’s daughter after all. Zhengzheng really is adorable, and the more I see him, the more I like him. Oh well, as long as she behaves, let her be.”

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