Ji Jiaying, Xue Qiandai, and Huo Yunchao returned to Yosemite.
Although the two communities are just across the road, it signifies a brand new beginning. Ji Jiaying chose her daughter, choosing to make up for the twenty-two years she missed.
It was late at night. Xue Qiandai had settled her mother in, but she hadn't gone to sleep yet. She went to the underground wine cellar and opened a bottle of rare wine.
Huo Yunchao then accompanied her.
Two stemmed glasses clink together, the red liquid inside exuding an enticing, rich aroma, inviting the drinker to savor it.
“Dai Dai,” Huo Yunchao said, “Actually, to find out the truth, all we need to do is a paternity test.”
"No, no! I am Xue Jingnian's daughter, and no one can change that fact." Xue Qiandai pressed her slightly thick lips to the cup, taking a large gulp, choking and tears welling up in her eyes. "A paternity test? Twenty years of affection wasted? My father, the former richest man, the smartest man in the world, how could he possibly raise the wrong daughter? I am Xue Jingnian's daughter."
Huo Yunchao thought for a moment, smiled, held the back of her head, pressed it against his forehead, and said, "Yes, no matter whose daughter you are, you are my woman, my little princess and fairy."
What sweet words! Half of Xue Qiandai's melancholy dissipated. Her eyes were like rippling waves, charming and alluring. "Brother Chao, I don't want to go upstairs today. I just want to sleep in the wine cellar."
The wine cellar should be well-ventilated and kept dry, but it's still chilly in the capital in early March. Huo Yunchao couldn't bear to go against her wishes. "Alright, whatever you say. I've never slept in a wine cellar before."
"The wine cellar is a bit cold; drinking more wine will keep you warm." Xue Qiandai took a sip, pressed it to his lips, and fed it to him. "Here, this is a treat for you."
With fine wine in his stomach and such a beautiful woman before him, Huo Yunchao swallowed, his heart burning with desire. He pulled her close, his arm around her waist, and asked, "Your birthday is coming soon, what gift would you like?"
She swirled her wine glass, shaking her head adorably. "I just want my family to be together," she said, snuggling into his arms. A moment later, she fell asleep.
*
On April 3rd, Xue Qiandai's birthday, she visited Xue Jingnian, who was still in prison, with her mother.
Xue Qiandai stepped out, leaving the space to her parents.
Upon first seeing Ji Jiaying, Xue Jingnian was stunned, a little dazed, and incredulous. After a long while, his facial muscles changed, and he managed a not-too-bad smile. Holding the phone, he murmured as if in a dream, "Jiaying, long time no see."
It has been more than 20 years since then.
Ji Jiaying's expression remained calm and composed. "Jingnian, it's been twenty years."
Xue Jingnian smiled bitterly and sweetly, "Time has been kind to the beauty, but I am already old and gray. If we meet again, I will not even recognize you."
Ji Jiaying reached out her hand tremblingly and touched Xue Jingnian's fingertips. "I... I'm back, back to Xiaoqiandai's side. We'll wait for you to come out together."
"Little Money Bag" was originally a nickname Xue Jingnian gave to Xue Qiandai, simply because the name was ordinary and easy to raise.
Xue Jingnian smiled and said, "Okay."
*
Xue Qiandai's birthday party was held at Xianghu Bay.
Ji Jiaying personally made delicious desserts, while Jian Yan, having just learned how, made Chaoshan cuisine. Upon learning that Jian Yan had taken in Dai Dai, Ji Jiaying felt even more grateful to the little girl and insisted on giving her a jade bracelet.
The birthday party was attended by his closest friends: Jin Xiangyu, Lan Shan, and You Duoduo from the coffee shop; Gu Fan and Zhang Duo from Huo Yunchao's side; and Qin Shu, who came uninvited.
Zhao Jiening had come through this on her own. She learned about the changes in her family from her brother. Being a woman of strong principles, Miss Zhao didn't react excessively to her stepmother's departure; she simply spent more time with her father. Seeing her once vigorous and successful businessman gradually become increasingly dejected and silent, she felt quite concerned.
The two-tiered cake was brought out, and everyone sang "Happy Birthday" and shouted, "Birthday boy/girl, blow out the candles and make a wish!"
Wearing the crown from the cake shop, Xue Qiandai glanced at Huo Yunchao, then at Ji Jiaying, before closing her eyes and making a sincere wish.
May your winters be warm, and may your springs be mild;
May you have light in the darkness and an umbrella in the rain;
May time slow down, and may old friends not part;
May someone stand with you at dusk, and ask with a smile if your porridge is warm;
May your night be filled with stars, and may you say goodnight to those you cherish.
A gentle joy, a quiet love, a profound understanding.
He has been away for half his life, but he has returned still a youth.
I wish to spend this life hand in hand with you, to live up to the Buddha's name and to be true to you.
Next, everyone started giving gifts.
Jin Xiangyu gave Guan Guerlain Little Black Dress lipstick as a gift and also performed a stand-up comedy routine.
"A rebellious retro red, a treasure of red lips, super A and super cool. At first glance it looks high-end, and upon closer inspection it's high-fashion. An undeniable sense of sophistication, this fairy is expensive. Life without this shade might not be perfect. Dai Dai is the perfect match for you."
Xue Qiandai accepted with a smile. "Sister Yu, your eloquence is amazing. You are undoubtedly the number one salesperson in Lightyear."
Lan Shan presented him with a coffee cup, which he had made himself. Since there were coffee beans and a coffee machine at Xianghu Bay, he also performed a hand-ground coffee demonstration.
"A woman should be like fine coffee, growing more fragrant with age. Happy birthday, Dai Dai."
I held the coffee to my nose and inhaled gently. "Thanks, barista. What's that saying again? Men should be like good coffee, strong and passionate. So, whether you're a man or a woman, just be like coffee."
The crowd burst into laughter again.
Youduoduo gave me a brooch; he didn't have many creative icons, but it was the most expensive.
It's time for the natural-looking couple.
Jian Yan's gift was a handmade black dress, heavily embellished and bling-bling, with a deep V-neck in the front and an open back, perfectly matching Xue Qiandai's temperament and flamboyant personality.
Qin Shu, always eager for drama, suggested that Dai Dai change into the new clothes on the spot.
Change it if you want, who's afraid of who?
Xue Qiandai went upstairs and came down a moment later, dazzling everyone's eyes.
Incredibly sexy, super cool and commanding.
Qin Shu glanced at Huo Yunchao's murderous look with ill intent, then presented him with a classic vinyl record, muttering to himself, "It'll make things easier when you're doing something."
Xue Qiandai smiled and took the papers, twirling them between her fingers. There were two. Based on her understanding of Qin Shu, she knew there must be a pornographic film hidden inside. This guy claimed to be Huo Meiren's mentor, and he still had such a perverse sense of humor.
Never forgetting to protect her husband, Dai Dai immediately retaliated, whispering in Qin Shu's ear: "Go for it, Senior Brother Qin! It's fine if you can't beat him at coding, but you can't fall behind in something like this. My best friend's happiness depends entirely on you."
Qin Shu: "..."
You spread rumors, you slander, you defame my majesty! I'll give you a good scolding and a glare.
Huo Meiren was relaxed and composed, and Dai Dai's girlfriend-like strength was at its peak, so he didn't even need to lift a finger.
Receiving the gifts took more than twenty minutes. Just as it was time to cut the cake, more guests arrived outside.
Jian Yan went to open the door and found Rong Xiao and Zhao Jiequn. Zhao Jiequn was a little awkward, but standing side by side with Rong Xiao, they looked quite pleasing to the eye.
The young men on the road are as beautiful as jade, and they are always together.
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