My mother loved designer brands, and Hong Kong was more materially abundant than Beijing at that time; so she was ahead of many women in terms of style, design, and overall look.

But Mom wasn't in that category. Her clothes and appearance... well, how should I describe them?

If I had to describe it, it would be that it is both casual and comfortable, yet dignified and appropriate. It is a very ordinary outfit, but it gives people a feeling of "perfect match".

At Chen Mengxiao's age and with her limited experience, she didn't know that this was what was called fashion sense.

A person with good taste in clothing can choose clothes that suit their own characteristics, forming a distinctive personality and unique charm.

Yu Li didn't understand it at first, but the fat guy did.

Under his training, not only Yu Li, but even Chen Mengqi, at a young age, mastered the skills of dressing.

Therefore, even in this respect, the two are evenly matched.

A heated argument brought Chen Mengxiao back to her senses.

Alas, the situation is not optimistic.

Yu Li's mother and great-aunt had a fight. Soon, they'll come out and scold her, right?

Chen Mengxiao saw a mirror on the table, so she made a few expressions in front of it.

He first made a wronged expression, the kind where he frowned, squinted, and covered his upper lip with his lower lip, giving the impression of an underbite.

After thinking about it, I realized it was too stupid, so I put on a smile, with a clear yet foolish look in my eyes;

I still felt it was too silly, so I finally made an awkward but polite smile in front of the mirror before I was finally satisfied.

The expected scene of Yu Li suddenly pulling open the door, coming out to yell at him, and even throwing things to kick them both out did not occur.

The room quickly fell silent again.

Sitting on the sofa, Chen Mengxiao looked at the picture frames on the wall with a bored expression.

People in Hong Kong believe in feng shui and value these things.

For example, picture frames shouldn't be placed randomly in the living room.

The husband and wife's photo should be placed in the northwest corner of the living room, symbolizing the husband's respect for his wife.

Displaying a baby's 100-day photos and first birthday photos in the living room signifies a prosperous and large family.

A family photo of several generations is the most important. A lively atmosphere and harmonious family life bring warmth to the whole home…

The way the photos are arranged in Dad's house follows these rules, so it seems that Yu Li's mother also cares about these things.

A black and white old photograph caught Chen Mengxiao's attention.

It was Dad, Yu Li's Mom, and also Grandpa and Grandma, my eldest aunt, second aunt, third aunt...

This is a family photo taken in front of Tiananmen Square.

They were all very young then, especially Dad, who looked no older than him, yet he was already married.

After looking at this photo, a photo of a chubby baby wrapped in swaddling clothes next to it successfully caught his attention.

This must be the younger sister, no, the older sister Chen Mengqi.

Her little face was round and chubby, with two big, bright eyes, like an adorable porcelain doll.

Another picture shows my dad cooking. I can't tell what dish he's making, but there are small, gilded characters in the lower left corner of the photo that read: "Souvenir from the Guest House".

Just as Chen Mengxiao was carefully examining the photos on the wall, the door to the inner room opened.

Yu Li stood at the door, watching his retreating figure with a complicated expression.

Behind her, Yu Wanlin still had tears streaming down her face, looking utterly ashamed.

Just now, Yu Li questioned her, "You are clearly my closest and dearest person, but why are you taking their side, Aunt?"

One sentence left her speechless.

After a long pause, Yu Wanlin finally explained with a lack of confidence, "This, well, let's just say it's for the sake of the child."

Yu Li's eyes were red, but she didn't shed a tear. She just whispered, "The phrase 'for the child' makes so many failed marriages continue to endure..."

Yu Wanlin became anxious: "Has your marriage failed?"

"Am I not a failure? My husband has had children with other women!"

"He...he's not outside, he's with Lou Xiao'e..."

At this moment, Yu Li really wanted to strangle Lou Xiao'e with her own hands. It was precisely because she was Lou Xiao'e that she was even angrier!

Why couldn't Fatty choose anyone? Like Chen Yan! Cough cough, Yu Li had always secretly wondered if it was possible that Chen Yan was adopted and was meant to be Fatty's child bride?

For example, Qin Jingru, or if all else fails, Zhang Hongying, or even Shen Xuemei...

Anyone else would be fine? Why did it have to be Lou Xiao'e of all people!

What's even more outrageous is that Lou Xiao'e actually gave birth to a son!

Yu Li was already no match for her, completely outclassed by Lou Xiao'e; now that Lou Xiao'e has given birth to a son for the fat man, wouldn't Yu Li be utterly defeated?

Knowing she was in the wrong, Yu Wanlin wiped away her tears and said to her, "I know you're angry, angry that I let someone's sweet talk fool you, and angry that I sided with outsiders..."

Normally, Yu Li would have already comforted her with trepidation.

But at this moment, she really couldn't do it! Her own aunt advised her to be magnanimous, to swallow her anger, to acknowledge the child, and even more so, to live peacefully with Lou Xiao'e!

How could she be so magnanimous?

Seeing that Yu Li ignored her, Yu Wanlin knew her niece was truly angry, so she continued, "I don't know how many years I'll have left. In my life, I've enjoyed happiness and suffered hardship, and I have no regrets. The only thing I can't let go of now is you and Yu Qian. As long as you're both doing well, even if I close my eyes in peace when I go back..."

This time, Yu Li finally hugged her tightly.

She knew that Yu Wanlin would be leaving after this matter was settled.

Moreover, given her aunt's personality, she would always feel indebted to her and ashamed to face her, and she probably would never come to the capital again until her death.

This meeting might be the last.

"..."

Yu Li and Chen Mengxiao looked at each other through the door.

A ray of sunlight streamed through the window, making even the dust motes dancing in the air clearly visible.

Separated by just one door, it's as if half is sunlight and the other half is shadow.

Their boundaries collide at this moment.

The sunlight vanished instantly, and Chen Mengxiao quickly put on an awkward yet polite smile, calling out softly, "Mom."

Yu Li believed that this was indeed the fat man's child, and even his smile was just as cheeky as his; what a "little rascal"!

Why do you call me "Mom"?

Chen Mengxiao lowered her head and said weakly, "Mommy told me to call you that."

"Mommy? Lou Xiao'e? What else did she say to you?"

My goodness, Yu Li's mother has such a powerful aura!

Chen Mengxiao seemed to see his grandmother's angry face.

Lou Xiao'e's mother, Tan Yali, is now the chairperson of the company. She manages the family business, and her power and authority are growing daily.

He sits there, exuding an aura of authority without even trying to be angry.