Chu Yan chuckled softly, his voice coaxing, "Alright, I won't tease you anymore. Get up, Mom and the others have made breakfast."

Upon hearing the word "breakfast," Ye Nian'an jerked her head out from under the covers, her voice tinged with panic: "What time is it? Did I get up too late?"

Good heavens! Her father-in-law just got back, and she, as the daughter-in-law, slept until noon on the very first day. That's just too much!

"Not too late, not too late, just right."

The smile in Chu Yan's eyes deepened.

Ye Nian'an refused to believe it and hurriedly tried to get up.

"You go out and deal with this first, I need to change my clothes!"

Ye Nian'an pushed against his firm chest, her tone carrying an unquestionable command.

"Yes, my dear wife."

Chu Yan raised an eyebrow, obediently stood up, and considerately placed her clothes on the bedside table: "I'll wait for you outside."

After the door clicked shut, Ye Nian'an immediately jumped out of bed, and with a thought, she disappeared from her spot and entered the space.

He had the space prepared with spiritual spring water, and then he soaked in the bathtub filled with ethereal mist.

The warm spring water instantly enveloped her, and a comforting warmth quickly flowed through her limbs and bones, washing away all the soreness and fatigue left over from last night.

In just a few minutes, she felt herself back to her peak condition, full of energy!

"Thank goodness for this precious space!"

Ye Nian'an sighed contentedly.

Otherwise, let alone dealing with ten kids, just dealing with Chu Yan, this energetic man, would break her!

After quickly washing up, she changed into a new lotus-colored cotton-padded jacket, looked in the mirror, and confirmed that her complexion was rosy and that there was no sign of "overwork" before she left the space satisfied.

Before leaving, I still felt a little guilty, so I pulled my cashmere scarf up a bit to try and cover my neck.

However, man proposes, God disposes.

As soon as she opened the door, she looked up and bumped right into Chi Xinyao and Chu Zhenyuan, who were carrying a basin of hot water and were about to enter the room.

"Niannian, are you awake? Mom has made you some hot water to wash your face."

Chi Xinyao smiled kindly, but her eyes inadvertently swept over her neck.

On her fair skin, several clear red marks, like ripe strawberries, could not be concealed.

Chi Xinyao's cheeks flushed almost imperceptibly, and she quickly looked away, handing over the basin in her hand.

Then, subconsciously, he pulled his scarf up to cover himself.

This father and son are really a handful.

When they get going, they're even hungrier than wolves.

Fortunately, Chi Xinyao was mindful of her role as a mother-in-law and didn't dare to stay up too late.

Otherwise, it would be incredibly embarrassing.

Chu Zhenyuan, standing to the side, was even more embarrassed. This commander, who was decisive on the battlefield and could command thousands of troops without changing his expression, was now like a young boy, with the tips of his ears turning red.

He turned around abruptly, his back to Ye Nian'an, coughed twice, and said in a stiff voice, "Um... I'll go check on the children!"

After saying that, he fled as if he were running away.

Wow, young people really are young people.

They have so much energy!

Chu Zhenyuan couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

Time waits for no one.

I have to admit I'm getting old.

Ye Nian'an: "..."

She wished she could disappear into a crack in the ground right now!

This is a massive social disaster!

It's all that bastard Chu Yan's fault! Is he a dog? How could he bite so hard!

At dinner time, Song Yan and Xu Yao also arrived carrying large and small bags of gifts.

"Brother Yan, congratulations."

"Brother Yan, welcome back."

Chu Yan nodded and patted his two good brothers on the shoulders: "When I was away, you guys helped my family a lot. Thank you."

"I, Chu Yan, will remember this kindness."

Song Yan quickly said, "Brother Yan, we're all brothers, let's not talk about this."

"Yeah, Brother Yan, if you're being so formal, I'll get angry. Besides... someone will soon no longer be a brother of the opposite sex, but a brother of our own, right?"

Xu Yao winked at Song Yan.

Chu Yan raised an eyebrow in surprise and looked at Song Yan.

Song Yan met Chu Yan's gaze without flinching, her expression resolute: "Brother Yan, I will be good to Xin'er."

Each word was spoken slowly and deliberately, as if making the most important vow of this life.

Chu Yan patted Song Yan's arm: "I believe you will. If you and Xin'er can really get together, I, as your older brother, will be the most at ease."

No one loves Chu Xin'er more than Song Yan.

No one would cherish Chu Xin'er more than Song Yan and give her happiness.

They are a match made in heaven.

What are you talking about?

Chu Xin'er walked over at this moment.

Upon seeing Song Yan, her face flushed slightly: "Brother Song Yan, you're here."

Song Yan handed over a beautifully packaged box, her eyes filled with tenderness: "Xin'er, this is a gift for you."

Chu Xin'er exclaimed in surprise, "Brother Song Yan, thank you!"

"Waaaaah... Xin'er, is Song Yan the only one you see? Xu Yao is here too."

Xu Yao wished he could be as aggrieved as Lin Daiyu, the little wife, and was just short of crying with a handkerchief in hand.

In return, Song Yan kicked Xu Yao hard, making him wince in pain.

Chu Xin'er beamed: "I haven't forgotten, I haven't forgotten, Brother Xu Yao~ It's almost time to eat, it's cold outside, everyone come inside."

"kindness!"

The atmosphere at the dinner table was lively and cheerful.

The men drank their wine and chatted about their lives.

The women gathered around the children, chatting about everyday things.

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