Chapter 461

In Yongcheng, adopting a godparent is also called "recognizing a godfather or godmother", and the godfather or godmother is called "qiyeqima".

This simple word "契" carries a heavy meaning. It is the symbol of the contract, and godparents, in a sense, are "relatives formed by contract."

This contract is not just a clause written on paper, but an agreement between the two parties deep in their hearts. It is a solemn commitment of emotion and responsibility.

From then on, the two families treated each other as close and formal relatives, with the godparents protecting their godchildren and the godchildren repaying their godparents.

As for the recognition ceremony, the scale can be large or small, depending mainly on the economic strength and willingness of both parties.

Pan's father and mother got what they wanted and adopted such an outstanding goddaughter. They were naturally overjoyed and wanted to hold a lively recognition party.

According to convention, Su Miao's recognition of the Pan family and Little Fatty's recognition of the Su family are two independent events, and the ceremonies cannot be held together.

Holding them separately makes them appear more solemn. If they are held together, people will inevitably feel that it is not grand enough and loses respect for the important event of family recognition.

Qigong gave them two similar dates. Three days after returning, it was the day when Su Miao went to the Pan family to pay her respects to her godparents.

Because most of the relatives and friends of the Pan and Su families were in Ning County, the recognition ceremony was completed in Ning County.

Su Yuanzheng and Su Miao packed their simple luggage and returned in Pan's father's car the next day.

The recognition of relatives must be completed under the witness of many important relatives and friends, so that everyone can share the joy together and it is also convenient for the Pan family to introduce this outstanding goddaughter to everyone.

The Pan family currently lives in a three-bedroom, one-living-room apartment. Although it is comfortable to live in on weekdays, it would be too crowded if they invited all the relatives and friends who came to attend the ceremony to their home.

Mr. and Mrs. Pan were particular about details. They thought that since they were going to hold a wedding, they had to do it beautifully, so they simply waved their hands and booked a spacious and grand venue at the most luxurious state-owned hotel in the county.

Wow, for a family reunion ceremony, they ordered 12 tables of delicious food. This is enough to show how much they value Su Miao.

On the one hand, everyone was giving face to the Pan family, after all, the Pan family had a wide network of contacts in Ning County; on the other hand, they had heard that the goddaughter they were going to adopt was the top scorer in this year's college entrance examination, and they were all curious and wanted to see this talented and beautiful girl with their own eyes.

That morning, after everything was packed up, Su Yuanzheng brought Su Miao and came with gifts prepared for Pan's father and mother.

As soon as the two stepped into the designated venue, a lively atmosphere hit them.

Pan's father and mother had been waiting at the door for a long time. The moment they saw Su Miao, their faces were filled with smiles.

"Miao Miao, you are finally here!" Mother Pan walked up quickly and held Su Miao's hand. Father Pan also smiled and nodded, greeting Su Yuanzheng warmly.

Su Miao looked around and saw that many guests had already come to the restaurant. They were gathered in groups of three or five, laughing and talking, and the restaurant was very lively.

When the relatives saw Su Miao, they all looked at him with curiosity and admiration, and whispered to each other about this young top scorer in the college entrance examination.

Su Miao and Su Yuan were enthusiastically led to the main table, where the chubby boy was chatting with an old lady with gray hair and a kind face.

"This is our Pan family's new daughter. She is so beautiful and promising!" said the old lady with loving eyes.

"Miao Miao, this is grandma." Mother Pan introduced to Su Miao.

Su Miao bent down slightly and said softly, "Hello, Grandma Pan!"

"Okay, okay! Sit down and let me take a good look."

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When the time was almost up and the guests arrived, the ceremony officially began.

The person who presided over the recognition ceremony was a relative of the Pan family, who now worked in the Propaganda Department and was very good at speaking. After a long opening speech, Su Miao offered tea to Pan's father and mother and changed his words.

Pan's father and mother sat on chairs. Su Miao respectfully held up two cups of tea, walked in front of them, then knelt on the mat and said, "Godfather, Godmother, please have some tea!"

The sound was clear and loud, echoing throughout the hotel.

Pan's father and mother took the tea, their faces filled with happy smiles. They took out the red envelope they had prepared long ago from their pockets, handed it to Su Miao, and said:

"Miao Miao, from now on you will be the daughter of our Pan family."

Su Miao took the red envelope and was deeply moved. From this moment on, he had another pair of godparents who loved him so much.

Then, Su Miao, the goddaughter, gave gifts to the two. According to tradition, younger generations do not need to give overly expensive gifts. They only need to give practical and thoughtful items such as clothes, shoes and hats.

Su Miao originally thought that it would be great if it could be tailored according to Pan's father and mother's body shapes, but time was too tight and there was no time at all.

So after she came back from Qigong, she went straight to Sibo's place, wanting to pick out some handmade fine clothing, which was always better than buying anything in the mall.

Following his suggestion, two sets of clothing made of excellent materials and exquisite workmanship were carefully selected.

Afterwards, he asked Uncle Si to work overtime and carefully modify the clothes according to Pan's father and mother's body shape.

Pan's father and mother were also very surprised after receiving it. They didn't expect that Su Miao would be so thoughtful to pick such good clothes for them in such a limited time.

Mother Pan gently stroked the exquisite fabric, her eyes full of love: "Miao Miao! I really love the pattern and style of this skirt. I will keep it and wear it on the day of your graduation banquet!"

Mr. Pan also nodded continuously and praised Su Miao for his efforts.

Then, Pan’s relatives came forward one after another to offer their blessings.

Only then did Su Miao deeply realize the Pan family's strong network of connections in Ning County. No wonder Pan's father and mother always said that Little Fatty was wasting resources by not making progress in the past.

Pan's father introduced her to people from government departments, state-owned enterprises, and public institutions one by one. He had people from almost every unit.

Not only those from Ning County, but also many from Yongcheng and other cities have held positions there. Among them, there are many who have achieved success in their careers and have run big businesses, such as Xiaopang's uncle.

The fat boy's uncle laughed heartily: "Oh! When Miaomiao was in junior high school, she won the first place in the city's competition. I was the one who awarded her the prize. I never thought that she would become my niece.

Come on, come on! A little gift from your uncle. Keep up the good work! Create more brilliance! Hahahaha!"

Su Miao received another super thick red envelope, grinning from ear to ear, and said sweetly, "Thank you, Uncle Pan!"

In the peace and bustle, Su Miao felt the warmth from this new family, and this family affection grew deeper over the years.