Jian Yixue sensed the presence beside her, turned her head, and saw her parents, whose expressions were full of sadness.

Jian Yixue sighed softly, knowing without a doubt why, and then comforted her, "Mom and Dad, it's all in the past, so don't be sad. Besides, if it weren't for these experiences, we wouldn't have this family reunion today, wouldn't you say?"

Upon hearing this, Dongfang Tinglan wiped away her tears. "Yes, Mom knows. It's just that I can't help but feel sad whenever I think about the suffering you've endured."

Jian Yixue gently patted Dongfang Tinglan's shoulder to comfort her.

Jian Yixue understood that at this point, no matter how much she said, it wouldn't be as effective as her parents seeing it for themselves.

Just then, the door to the house suddenly opened.

Everyone looked up, and Aunt Qiu happened to be looking over as well.

When she saw what was happening before her, she couldn't believe it. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she walked out shakily.

"Madam? Is it really you?"

Before Dongfang Tinglan could even hold back her tears, they welled up in her eyes. Seeing Aunt Qiu with her white hair, she felt incredibly sad.

Seeing her like this, Dongfang Tinglan could easily guess what she had been through.

“It’s me, A-Qiu.”

Dongfang Tinglan stepped forward, and the two, master and servant, embraced tightly, weeping bitterly.

"Madam, you're still alive! That's wonderful!"

"Ah Qiu, you've suffered so much these past years." Dongfang Tinglan's voice was hoarse from crying.

She had heard about A Qiu's situation from Jian Yixue before, but it was nothing compared to what she had seen with her own eyes.

Especially Ah Qiu's white hair.

Aunt Qiu said, "Ah Qiu is not suffering. As long as I can see Madam return safely, everything Ah Qiu does is worth it."

For a moment, Dongfang Tinglan was overwhelmed with gratitude and could not find the words to express her feelings.

Gong Beize and Jian Yixue stood aside watching this scene, unable to describe their feelings.

In short, the hardships have finally come to an end.

After a while, the two finally let go of each other.

Dongfang Tinglan looked at Aunt Qiu's white hair, reached out to touch it, but then withdrew her hand.

Aunt Qiu looked at Dongfang Tinglan in front of her, who was as easygoing as she had been back then, and said with a smile.

"Madam is as beautiful as ever."

Upon hearing this, Dongfang Tinglan couldn't help but shed tears.

Of course, the fact that the two are about the same age but now look like they are from two different generations makes Dongfang Tinglan feel even more guilty.

Seeing this, Jian Yixue said, "Aunt Qiu, Mom, let's go inside first, otherwise the villagers will think something has happened to us."

Upon hearing this, Dongfang Tinglan nodded and quickly said, "A Qiu, let's go inside and talk."

"Alright, alright. Everyone, please come in with me."

Then, the group followed the two into the house.

*

"Sister Zhao, go buy more meat and fish, we have important guests today," Aunt Qiu called out as soon as she entered the house.

"Alright, Qiu-mei."

Then Jian Yixue saw a slightly plump, smiling middle-aged woman walk out of the kitchen.

Then, a group of people entered the living room.

It was at this moment that Aunt Qiu noticed Jian Yixue's protruding belly and exclaimed in surprise, "Xiaoxue's belly is much bigger than when Madam was."

Jian Yixue smiled and looked down at her stomach. Just as she was about to speak, Dongfang Tinglan spoke up happily first.

"Yes, twins are much bigger than single births."

Aunt Qiu, "Twins?"

Jian Yixue smiled and nodded.

Aunt Qiu immediately understood, "Twins are good, they'll have a companion from birth, but Xiaoxue might suffer a bit."

Upon hearing this, Dongfang Tinglan looked at Jian Yixue with the same concern.

Jian Yixue, however, disagreed, her maternal instincts shining upon her.

She rubbed her stomach and said, "I'm fine, as long as they're alright, that's all that matters."

...

Inside the ring-making workshop.

After a busy day, Ye Mohan held the ring tightly in his hand, his eyes filled with joy and appreciation.

The thought of personally putting it on Xue'er was so sweet it was almost sickening.

The young man beside him looked at the stunned Ye Mohan and knew without thinking what Ye Mohan was thinking. He couldn't help but clear his throat and say, "President Ye is indeed very talented. To be able to complete such a good production on your first attempt is truly remarkable."

It's worth noting that even for him, it took several days to complete the first time he made it.

Upon hearing this, Ye Mohan rolled her eyes at him, her gaze seemingly saying, "Are we on the same level?"

The young man immediately understood, but he didn't say anything, since he really wasn't going to visit them.

Suddenly, a cell phone rang.

Ye Mohan carefully placed the ring into the gift box, then took out his phone and frowned.

"Big brother, what's wrong?"

Chu Yi said, "The military court has sentenced Jackal to death tomorrow. Do you want to come?"

Ye Mohan's eyes turned cold as he said, "Okay, give me the address."

...

countryside.

After everyone finished eating, Jian Yixue prepared to take Dongfang Tinglan and Gong Beize out for a walk.

As the group walked along the country lane, they attracted the attention of the villagers.

Every villager she passed would greet Jian Yixue warmly.

"Xiaoxue, you're back."

"Hmm, Aunt Li, you've come back from doing farm work?"

"Yes, removing the weeds will help the crops grow better. Oh, look at your belly, you're probably almost full term."

Jian Yixue touched her belly and said with a smile, "Not yet, only six or seven months, it will be full term in about two more months. It's just that twins are making my belly a little more noticeable."

"Twins, huh? No wonder! It must be quite tough."

"It's not hard work. As long as they can stay healthy, it's all worth it."

Aunt Li nodded, "Yes, as long as the child is healthy, that's all that matters. Xiaoxue has grown up so much. I remember when we first met, she was just a little girl of five or six years old, and now she's about to become a mother."

By the way, did you go back to see the village chief? While you were gone, I noticed he didn't seem to smile much.

Jian Yixue said, "Not yet. I just got back at noon and haven't had a chance to go yet."

Aunt Li nodded and said, "Xiaoxue, I still want to say something: the village chief doesn't have any relatives. If you have the ability, come back and visit him more often."

"Yes, yes, I will, Aunt Li."

"Then I'll head back first. You two can continue shopping."

Jian Yixue nodded. After Aunt Li left, Dongfang Tinglan asked curiously, "Is the village chief she mentioned the village chief who took care of you when you grew up?"

Jian Yixue: "Yes, that's right."

Dongfang Tinglan said, "Then your father and I should first pay a visit to the village chief. It was understandable that we didn't know him before, but now that we're here, we can't be impolite."