Zhu Qianying was both amused and exasperated. Could it be that this little guy only realized today that he was a rich young master?

The little guy isn’t stupid. Why did it take him until today to realize this? Perhaps it’s because he never felt a sense of belonging here before.

Thinking of this possibility, Zhu Qianying couldn't help but examine herself, wondering if she had unintentionally conveyed similar messages to her son.

The answer is no.

I suppose the little guy is just too smart and figured something out on his own.

Zhu Qianying dared not think any further. "Really? Then Mommy will have to rely on you for her old age, young master!"

After teasing her with a smile, Zhu Qianying quickly carried the soup into the dining room.

"Absolutely no problem, Mommy, Grandma, and Zizai will all be taken care of!"

Although the little guy is only four years old, it's too early to say who he will take care of in the future. However, it would be a lie to say that any mother wouldn't be moved when she hears that her child will take care of her in the future.

Zhu Qianying was no exception!

"Alright, go wash your hands and face, it's time to eat!" Zhu Qianying forced herself to suppress her emotions and instructed the two children.

"Yes, sir!" the little guy readily agreed, and then, without warning, slapped Young Master Yan on the back with his little hand. "Yes, sir!"

Young Master Yan's lips twitched. One moment he was getting a massage, the next he was being treated like a horse? The change in tone was a bit too fast, wasn't it?

Zhu Qianying found it amusing. Watching Young Master Yan helplessly carry the little guy and run towards the washroom, the wall in her heart softened a little more...

Chef Chen, who hadn't cooked a big meal in a long time, finally had a chance to shine and prepared a very lavish New Year's Eve dinner, filling the large dining table to the brim.

That's not all. Chen Jing also prepared meals for the servants who stayed to take care of the Yan family. Since the Yan family's kitchen was quite large, Uncle Hai had someone temporarily add a table in the kitchen, and the whole family, master and servants, ate their reunion dinner in a lively atmosphere.

The little guy clung to Yan Han for most of the day, which made his grandparents a bit jealous. Just as Yan Han was about to sit down next to Zizai, Old Madam Yan coughed twice and said, "You brat, Zizai is mine tonight!"

Originally, after Zhu Qianying and her daughter settled in the Yan family, the little one suddenly had two more people to cling to, and the time she spent with Yan Bo and his wife suddenly decreased. Now, even her son was coming to steal her away. How could Old Madam Yan not be jealous?

Yan Han thought about the happy times of the day, and then looked at his mother's resentful face. He obediently moved to sit on the other side of Zhu Qianying.

The Yan family hadn't been this lively in many years, and Zizai had never had such a lively New Year's Eve either. Plus, he was genuinely happy today, and seeing such a large table of delicious food, he couldn't help but eat and drink to his heart's content.

Yan Shao sent someone over with wine and drinks. He naturally poured juice for Zizai, but when he got to Zhu Qianying, the servant hesitated for a moment.

Zhu Qianying thought about her sleep over the past two days, which had been terrible, and pointed to the wine bottle, "Pour me some wine!"

Perhaps a little wine will help me sleep better tonight.

With that in mind, she drank quite a bit of alcohol while eating.

This was the first time Yan Shao had seen her drink alcohol in all the time he had known her, or rather, the first time he had noticed her drinking alcohol.

At first, he reminded her, "Ying'er, don't drink too much, this red wine has a strong aftereffect."

Zhu Qianying just smiled at him without explaining anything, but she also didn't seem to want to restrain herself. Later, Yan Shao realized that her alcohol tolerance was much better than he had thought, which was why she drank so recklessly.

After dinner, the servants came to clear the dishes, and Young Master Yan had a car prepared, saying that he would take everyone to Biewan to celebrate the New Year.

Zhu Qianying was slightly taken aback. If she had known he had this plan earlier, she wouldn't have let herself drink so recklessly!

Yan Shao's suggestion was immediately supported by everyone except Chen Jing and Zhu Qianying and her daughter, especially Zizai, whose dark eyes shone like stars.

"Mommy, come on, come on! I've never stayed up all night before!" The little guy tugged at Zhu Qianying's arm, acting cute and charming.

Indeed, during those years in the United States, Zhu Qianying and Chen Jing simplified the various tedious rituals of New Year's Eve and Spring Festival to the bare minimum. After all, a family of three couldn't really have a lively atmosphere even if they wanted to.

It can be said that this is the first Spring Festival of real significance in Zizai's life. Apart from his aunt Zhu Qianyu, almost all of his closest relatives are with him at this time.

On such a special day, even if Zhu Qianying were heartless, she would never spoil her son's fun.

Although she was a little worried that she wouldn't be able to stay up until midnight, she quickly nodded.

"Yes, of course we're going! We're all going to stay up with our young master tonight to celebrate the New Year!"

Overjoyed, the little guy jumped up and darted towards Zhu Qianying like a monkey, but Yan Shao, quick-witted and agile, caught him.

"Baby, let Daddy hug you!"

The little guy probably doesn't realize that besides growing taller, he's also gained a lot of weight lately. His mom is clearly having a hard time holding him, and if he jumps up like this, the two of them might fall over together.

Afraid of embarrassing the little guy, Yan Shao picked him up and whispered in the little guy's ear, "Zizai is growing taller, it will tire Mommy out."

The little one stopped struggling immediately after hearing his words. After taking a few steps, he naturally reached out and wrapped his arms around his neck, looking very affectionate.

The family of six was driven to the Bie Wan that Yan Shao had mentioned. After getting out of the car, Zhu Qianying realized that this was the first time she had ever been to this place.

She must have seen that large lake before, but only a few times, always walking along the tree-lined path on the other side. She never knew that there was such a beautiful white wooden house on this side of the lake.

Yan Shao led Zizai at the front, pushed open the white fence gate, and walked along a winding path paved with cobblestones until they reached the eaves of the wooden house.

Several strings of wind chimes hang from the eaves. The area is sheltered from the wind, and a gentle breeze causes the wind chimes to tinkle softly.

Under the eaves was a long platform made of teak planks. Yan Shao took off his shoes in front of the platform and stepped on it barefoot. The little guy followed his example, bent down to take off his shoes, lay down on the wooden platform, and pushed off with his feet to get on the platform.

Zhu Qianying also walked barefoot onto the platform and saw that against the wall, there were neatly stacked cushions of all sizes. Clearly, this was a good place to enjoy the moon and flowers over the lake.