After returning from the cemetery, Zhang Zhenye and the other three helped out at home.

If the Zhang family was this busy, the other four families were even busier. Although the bride's family didn't have any events planned, since she was marrying into the Zhang family, secrets couldn't stay hidden forever, so guests from the Tang and Qin families came in droves. They also had to prepare gifts for their future son-in-law. They were simply overwhelmed with work.

The other families who had attended the banquet or dined at the Zhang family's home were heartbroken. Why hadn't their daughters been chosen?

The news of the four sons of the leader getting engaged tomorrow has caused quite a stir in Beijing.

Those with daughters in their families are all lamenting that there aren't any suitable girls, and they all think they should at least go and offer their congratulations, but there's been no sign of anything happening in the leader's family.

This is another cancellation. Regardless of who was thinking, everyone felt a bit disappointed.

The Yang family from the compound, which consisted of several of Yang Yongjian's comrades-in-arms, came over. Their son had already severed ties with the family, and all the relatives were back in their hometown. Besides, it was just an engagement, and they hadn't made it public.

"Old Yang, that's impressive. You've become in-laws with Xingguo now. I told that old man a long time ago that he looks down on us."

"Old Xu, your daughter is older than Zhenye and his family, does that mean they'll agree to it?"

"What's wrong with being three years older? There's an old saying that a woman three years older than a man is like a golden brick."

Yang Yongjian listened to his old comrades bickering, but he also knew that the three of them were genuinely envious of him.

But this is something you can't truly envy. People have their eyes on Teresa Teng.

"Old Yang, what do you think about us going there tomorrow?"

"Madam said she wouldn't do it, and I guess it wouldn't be convenient for her to go."

"Yes, they don't welcome us."

Zhang Hongmei didn't take a nap at noon because Zhao Changlong, He Chuanyong, and Kong Mingde came over.

"What's going on, uncles?"

“Girl, that’s not right of you. We only found out about Zhenye and his wife’s engagement from other people’s mouths.” Zhao Changlong sat down and began to scold Zhang Hongmei.

"Uncle Zhao, we won't have a wedding ceremony. It's just a formality, a meal for the whole family."

"Why don't we do it? This is a major event in the children's lives."

Zhang Hongmei smiled and shook her head, "It wouldn't have a good influence. Besides, it would be too tiring to hold a big event. This is fine as it is."

"Girl, haven't you taken a fancy to any of the daughters from our Zhao family?"

The other two also looked at Zhang Hongmei, eager to know the answer. It was always Zhao Changlong who stepped in when the three of them needed to.

"My three uncles, to be honest, I like all three of your daughters quite a bit, but they're not quite right to be my daughters-in-law. Our relationship doesn't need to be one of in-laws."

In truth, all three of them knew that their daughters weren't particularly outstanding. But they couldn't bear to leave it unasked.

"Alright, it's fate, we can't force it." Zhao Changlong sighed.

Gu Chuanming came over, looked at the three of them with disdain, and said, "What? You three have ideas too?"

“Grandpa, what you’re saying isn’t right. Why can’t we have our own thoughts? We’ve watched those four children grow up. They’re so outstanding. It’s normal to have our own thoughts, isn’t it?” Zhao Changlong said bluntly.

"Haha, my child is excellent. The girls from your three families are also good, but they are still a little lacking."

"You're just showing off. Let's leave it at that. The children aren't meant to be. My little girl is heartbroken." He Chuanyong gave a bitter smile. After hearing the news yesterday, the women in his family were all anxious. They had originally planned to wait until Zhenye and the others came back before discussing the matter, but it was too late.

"Hehe, I don't think so. What about Xiao Wu and the other two? My family is raising girls, maybe they'll find their match someday," Kong Mingde said with a smile.

The other two thought the same way, and the matter was considered closed.

"Grandpa, all three of our families will come tomorrow too."

"Come on, do you think you'll go hungry?"

When Zhenye and the other three came in and greeted the three, Zhao Changlong was very envious. In the end, he sighed and didn't say anything in front of the children. It was already a done deal, and it was too late to say anything now.

After seeing the three of them off, it was already four o'clock in the afternoon. Everything at home was ready. We were just waiting for tomorrow to be the actual day.

Zhang Shouyi arrived home at six o'clock today. Knowing everything was arranged, he realized how fortunate he was; his wife had taken care of everything at home. He didn't have to worry about a thing. For over twenty years of marriage, he had taken it all for granted.

Lying in bed that night, I thought, "Honey, a lot of people came to see me today and wanted to come over tomorrow, but I turned them all down."

"Yes, Zhao Changlong and the other two came today, but Grandpa agreed that they could come tomorrow."

"Yes, thank you for your hard work."

Zhang Hongmei smiled indifferently, "That's my son, it's what I should do."

Zhang Shouyi felt terrible. His wife was being so cold to him. No matter how many ideas he had, it would be no use.

At four o'clock the next day, Zhang Shouyi got up and went to the training room to practice with his sons.

After six o'clock, Zhang Shouyi stood in front of his sons and said, "From today onwards, you four are adults. You have your own responsibilities, so you should be more mature."

"Yes!" the four answered in unison.

The family ate breakfast. Xiao Wu's assigned task by Zhang Hongmei was to stay put.

"Mom, don't worry, when have I ever been naughty? Honestly, this is humiliating me."

Zhang Hongmei smiled and rubbed his head.

At eight o'clock, Er Ya and the others arrived, including Cheng Guangxu and his two companions.

“Hongmei, we’ve already taken leave. In another year, you should hurry up and find Ping’an a wife. I’m still waiting to become a father-in-law.”

"Hehe, okay, just wait and see."

With the children all here, the house is now bustling with activity.

Liu Jingze arrived with Liu Jingxiang and his family of four.

Now everyone's there. The children all gathered around Zhenye and his three friends.

Zhiyuan stood beside Zhang Weiyu and asked, "Third Brother, you won't only be nice to my sister-in-law from now on, but not to me anymore, will you?"

"How could that be? You're my younger brother, how could I treat you badly? You're too scheming."

"Third brother, how can it not be enough? Ever since I found out you were getting married, I've been feeling uneasy."

The adults overheard their conversation and burst into laughter. "If Zhiyuan were a girl, even Weiyu wouldn't be able to get rid of him."

“Yes, if we had a girl in our family, why would we need to look for one in someone else’s?” Zhang Xingguo sighed. There wasn’t a single daughter among their twenty-four sons.

Liu Aimin rolled his eyes. "You're never satisfied!"