Suddenly called out, Zhen Wanwan chuckled twice and said, "Children are most adorable at this age. Speaking of which, I remember Mother said that my cousin is also married. Once we're settled, we'll definitely go and visit her!"
When talking about her daughter, Zhen Xiaozhi's eyes softened considerably: "She's pregnant again, and she'll be giving birth in four months."
"You two must come to the wedding together in a few days!"
Grandma Li chimed in, "Of course we'll go! Just don't mind that we're bringing the whole family!"
A new population increase is always a cause for celebration.
Although Grandma Li used to think that Han Yiyi's marriage was not very honorable, she was still happy for her because Han Yiyi was her own niece.
After re-evaluating everyone, Zhen Xiaozhi's attitude towards Old Lady Li changed significantly.
They didn't continue to ignore them so blatantly, and would occasionally chat with Zhen Wanwan and the others.
Fearing that the Zhou family would be anxious, Zhenfu went out first to deliver a message to them and also to find out where they would be staying that night.
In short, none of the Zhen family members wanted to stay at the Han family's house as guests!
Before Zhen Fuyou left, Zhen Wanwan took a few taels of silver and asked him to stay in a courtyard.
Even if they settle down, they will need time to build houses, and the manor that Zhuyuan gave her also needs to be repaired.
"Madam! What brings you here?"
A middle-aged man's voice came from outside, and within moments Han Lide entered the house.
Zhen Xiaozhi hurriedly got up from her seat and went to Han Lide to help him tidy his clothes.
With a smile, Grandpa Zhen bowed to Han Lide and said, "Lide, it's been a long time!"
Han Lide, with his squinting eyes, was clearly taken aback when he saw Zhen's family, but quickly concealed his emotions.
He put on a welcoming smile: "Brother and sister-in-law! What brings you here! Why didn't you let Xiaozhi tell me? I could have met you at the city gate!"
"No need for such trouble! You're busy with work, how could we trouble you?"
Zhen Xiaozhi said with a smile, "Master, please sit and chat with my elder brother and the others for a while. I will go and tell the kitchen to prepare dinner."
Han Lide looked at his wife with some surprise. Wasn't she always disliked her family?
Why are you smiling so brightly right now?
However, he is a businessman and never shows his emotions openly.
Therefore, the atmosphere at this moment is dozens of times more lively than when Zhen Xiaozhi was there!
Zhen Wanwan watched her uncle, who was skilled in interpersonal communication, and felt full of admiration for him.
No wonder people like that can build a strong and successful business.
Thinking of the treasures in her space, Zhen Wanwan really wanted to discuss a contract with this uncle.
She was in charge of supplying the goods and asked him to help with sales, yet she was still worried that her business would fail!
However, all of this needs to be considered carefully!
Han Lide glanced at Zhen's family members, seemingly casually, and noticed that everyone was dressed respectably, not like poor relatives who had come to leech off them.
"Brother, why don't you stay here tonight? Tomorrow morning you can come with me to the government office to handle your household registration matters."
Grandpa Zhen wanted to stay, but he had to ask Grandma Li first.
"Old woman, look..."
A hint of mockery flashed in Grandma Li's eyes as she stroked Tianbao's chubby wrist.
He glanced at Grandpa Zhen a few times, then smiled and said, "Since your brother-in-law has said so, you can stay!"
Grandpa Zhen frowned and asked in confusion, "I'll stay, what about you?"
“There are too many of us, and this house is probably not enough for us. Wanwan and I, along with the other siblings, will go and stay outside.”
"What are you saying! You've all left, how can I stay behind by myself!" Grandpa Zhen said anxiously.
Han Lide sat to the side without saying a word. If it were just Zhen's family of a few, they could squeeze in and barely fit.
But if Zhen Wanwan, who is getting married, also wants to stay here, then there definitely won't be enough rooms.
"Brother and sister-in-law, there are enough guest rooms, but my niece's family might have to make do with the servants' quarters..."
That's a bit hard to hear!
Who would let a respectable relative stay in a servant's room when they come to visit?
Even though Zhen Wanwan is usually easygoing and kind, she harbors a bit of dissatisfaction.
Isn't this a clear sign that they don't take her seriously?
Old Mrs. Li sneered and refused, "No need! Your house has too high a threshold for Wanwan to cross. Since there's no room, then we won't stay."
Old Mrs. Li's words showed no respect for the Han family. She had always been protective of her own family in Lijia Village, especially of her youngest daughter.
If anyone bullies her, she will confront them without hesitation, even if they are her relatives!
Han Lide's face darkened instantly, and he looked extremely displeased!
I've grown disgusted with this unreasonable sister-in-law all over again.
Zhen Wanwan wisely saved face by saying, "Uncle, I have a lot of things, so I won't stay here. I just asked my second brother to help me rent a courtyard."
"My mom isn't used to staying at other people's houses, so she and the others can stay with me later!"
Is it that you're not used to staying at someone else's house, or that you're not used to staying at the Han family's house?
Han Lide glanced at Zhen Wanwan and was surprised to find that this niece, whom he had never met before, was quite articulate.
"Oh! It was my oversight, sister-in-law, please don't be angry with me."
"My niece is so thoughtful, unlike me, a rough old man, who does things on a whim."
Zhen Wanwan lowered her eyes, thinking to herself that her uncle was quite shrewd.
Seeing Han Lide lower his head, Old Lady Li's resentment subsided a little.
At this moment, Zhenfu returned, holding several candied hawthorns in her hands.
Seeing this, the children surrounded him, and after receiving the candied hawthorns, they went to play in the yard, completely satisfied.
Zhen Wanwan looked at Zhen Fuyou with delight. The other party gave her a look that it was all taken care of, and she knew that the courtyard had been rented.
Looking at the carefree Zhen Fuyu, and remembering that he had done well today and even knew to buy something for the children, Old Lady Li's attitude towards him improved considerably.
"Second brother's back! Your sister said you went to rent a place, did you get it settled?"
Zhen Fu sat down on the stool with a nonchalant air, crossed her legs, and said, "Everything's taken care of! The yard is huge, and I've already had Brother Hanzi and the others move in!"
With Granny Zhang and the others around, there's no need to worry about cleaning.
"That's good!"
Seeing that Zhen's family had a place to stay, Han Lide did not insist that they stay overnight.
Zhen Xiaozhi spent half the day in the backyard, arranging the dinner party and also going to the concubine's room to give her a warning.
Looking at the domineering mistress before her, Hongniang replied timidly and weakly, "I remember everything."
Zhen Xiaozhi glared at her coldly a few times, then squeezed out a few more words: "And your two precious children, remember to keep a close eye on them, don't let them wander off, if I find out..."
"You know what the consequences will be!"
For her, this concubine and her two illegitimate children were a thorn in her heart!
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