Chapter 382 Do you have no sense of shame?
The next day, at the Vanstar Hotel, in the top-tier private room.
Si Mingshan arranged an extremely grand family banquet to entertain the Sheng family and take the opportunity to strengthen their relationship.
Everyone was present except for Madam Si and Lin's mother.
Si Nuan, who was absent last night, also arrived late.
The moment she entered, the atmosphere in the entire private room changed.
She possessed an innate nobility, her face only lightly powdered, her beautiful yet aloof face making one want to look at her more.
Qingning looked at the newly arrived second young lady of the Si family and couldn't help but admire her beauty.
But her beauty is completely different from that of Sister Nian and Sister Weiwei.
She has an icy coldness; her gaze carries a chill that can freeze you in place.
"Why are you so late?"
Si Mingshan's tone carried a hint of complaint, but more than anything, it reflected his deep concern for his daughter.
"Sit down quickly."
Once everyone had arrived, Si Mingshan cleared his throat and got straight to the point.
"Old Sheng, since we're all here today, let's discuss the wedding date for our children."
With a smile on his face, Sheng Chengjun slowly picked up his teacup and took a sip.
"Xiao Li is three months old now."
"Preparing for the wedding will take at least three months, and then it will be six months. My twin pregnancy will make her too big, and I'm worried she'll get tired."
He put down his teacup and turned his gaze to Sheng Tingxiao, his expression questioning.
"How about we hold the wedding after the baby is born?"
“I don’t want her to be so pregnant when she does the ceremony either,” Sheng Tingxiao replied in a deep voice.
He turned his head, his gaze falling on Si Li, his eyes softening.
"Is the end of next year okay?"
"Okay." Si Li nodded obediently, agreeing to do whatever he said.
With the wedding date set, Si Mingshan brought up another topic.
"Lili just got home. This year, let's stay in Ancheng for the New Year."
"That won't do!" Sheng Chengjun said almost immediately, his attitude firm and leaving no room for argument.
“Lili is now my Sheng family’s daughter-in-law. How can a new bride spend her first New Year at her parents’ home?”
He made the final decision.
"She has to come back with us tomorrow."
As soon as he said that, all eyes at the table turned to him.
The atmosphere froze instantly.
I don't know who it was before who forbade this "daughter-in-law" from entering the Sheng family.
"This old man is actually trying to snatch someone right in front of you," Sheng Weiwei whispered to Bai Yu beside her.
"But we can't leave tomorrow!" Si Mingshan was anxious. He had finally found his daughter and wanted to spend more time building up his relationship with her.
"There are still more than ten days until the Chinese New Year, so we should stay for at least another week!"
Sheng Chengjun remained calm and simply took out his phone and slapped it in front of him.
"Famous mountains, see for yourself."
He swiped the screen and opened a weather forecast page.
"A strong cold front will hit Ancheng the day after tomorrow, bringing strong winds and heavy rain that will last for ten days."
He looked up, his reasoning sound.
“Xiao Li is pregnant now, and her body is precious. Can she withstand the deadly damp and cold weather in Ancheng? Unlike our Haicheng, where the weather is sunny and mild, it’s the perfect place to nurture a baby.”
"If we can't leave tomorrow, fine, our whole family will just stay here and celebrate the New Year at your Si's house!"
Sheng Chengjun's combination of moves was well-reasoned and well-founded, even including a powerful weapon like weather forecasts.
This thorough preparation caught Si Mingshan completely off guard.
"How shameless." Sheng Weiwei couldn't help but mutter under her breath.
Bai Yu subtly pinched the soft flesh on her waist, signaling with his eyes: Be careful, don't get caught in the crossfire.
Is there a cold wave?
Si Mingshan picked up his phone with some skepticism and scrolled through it. As soon as he saw it, his expression changed.
But he remained stubborn and forced a smile.
"It's not that serious. News outlets these days tend to exaggerate. This cold air will weaken in three days at most."
"Cough." Sheng Chengjun coughed heavily, his sharp eyes sweeping over the faces of his three daughters one by one.
This is sending a signal.
Qingning was the first to receive the message and immediately said, "I definitely can't spend the New Year here. I still have to work. My boss only approved four days of leave for me."
The ball was passed to Sheng Weiwei's feet.
She tossed her hair and smiled politely, "Pregnant women really can't get cold. It's a real hassle if they catch a cold, and they can't just take any medicine. The weather in Haicheng is nice; it's not cold at all in winter. It's very comfortable."
Finally, it was Gu Xingnian's turn, and she reluctantly stepped up.
"I think it's fine whether it's Ancheng or Haicheng, as long as my sister-in-law is happy. Let my brother decide."
Wow, that was a brilliant pass!
All eyes were once again focused on Sheng Tingxiao.
Just as he was about to speak, Si Li, who was beside him, suddenly tugged at his clothes gently under the table.
She raised her face, her voice soft but clear.
"I haven't had much of an appetite lately."
"I'm just... craving my mom's sweet and sour pork ribs, and her beef cubes too."
She used the simplest and most basic reason—a love of food—to instantly resolve her husband's dilemma of being caught in the middle.
Upon hearing this, Madam Sheng's eyes lit up, and she quickly chimed in.
"Oh my goodness, wanting to eat this is easy enough! When we get back, Mom will make it for you every day!"
Sheng Chengjun nodded in satisfaction, feeling extremely pleased with himself; his goal had been achieved.
"Then it's settled! Ha, come on, Mingshan, let's have a drink!"
Seeing that his father, Si Mingshan, still looked rather grim, Si Li quickly added another sentence.
"Dad, after the New Year, Tingxiao and I will come back to see you and Grandma right away."
"well."
Hearing his daughter's words, Si Mingshan's expression finally softened, and he picked up his wine glass.
Everyone had their own ulterior motives while eating the meal.
Si Nuan, who was in the corner, didn't say a word from beginning to end.
She simply sat quietly, watching the lively "snatching" drama unfold, but her heart was filled with sorrow.
If... if we could have found Sili sooner.
So, if she and Li Zhengyang hadn't separated five years ago, would they still be together?
The following morning, the Sheng family returned to Haicheng together on Fu Beichen's private jet.
When I got back, it was already past nine o'clock at night.
Butler Yang stood at the door to greet them and quickly said, "Madam Huo has arrived. She's been waiting for an hour."
Sheng Chengjun and the others quickly entered the house.
"Madam, what brings you here? Quickly, bring Madam some hot tea and pastries."
Madam Sheng spoke first.
Old Madam Huo stood up and said cheerfully,
"Having heard of the great joy in the Sheng family, I congratulate the Sheng family on marrying such a wonderful daughter-in-law. I have come to offer my congratulations."
At the old lady's glance, the butler quickly presented the congratulatory gift, a priceless jade pendant.
"This is a gift I'm giving to Mrs. Sheng."
Sheng Chengjun spoke up, "Madam Huo, you're too kind. Xiao Li, come over here quickly and thank Madam Huo."
Sheng Tingxiao led Si Li over, saying, "Thank you, Madam Huo."
"She's so beautiful, and she's pregnant with twins. The Sheng family is truly blessed with double happiness." Old Madam Huo was so envious she was practically drooling.
Sheng Tingxiao replied, "Madam Huo, you flatter me. She's a little tired after getting off the plane. I'll take her back to her room to rest first."
"Alright, go ahead." Old Madam Huo nodded.
Sheng Tingxiao picked her up in his arms and carried her upstairs to his room.
This was the second time Si Li had entered this room.
"I never imagined that you were a stranger when you first barged into this room."
"The second time, you became Mrs. Sheng." Sheng Tingxiao carefully placed her on the bed. "Aren't you happy?"
Si Li glanced at him and chuckled, "I have a feeling that someone is more smug."
"How about I take one off and let you savor the memory?"
Sheng Tingxiao reached out and brushed her hair aside, already starting to take off his clothes.
"Stop fooling around."
...
Si Li was so excited watching that his face instantly turned red.
Sheng Tingxiao embraced her with his burning body and lowered his head to kiss her...
...
The atmosphere in the downstairs living room was harmonious.
Sheng Chengjun was chatting with Madam Huo when Qingning finished her phone call and tiptoed into the room.
"Dad, I'm going back to my room first."
Her clear and sweet voice stood out particularly well in the lively living room.
Startled, Madam Huo jumped up from the sofa, her teacup wobbling in her hand.
Her eyes widened, her face filled with disbelief.
"Qingning, you're back, and... you can talk now?"
Qingning recognized the old lady as Madam Huo and quickly went over, bowing politely.
"Hello, Madam Huo."
"Oh my, sweetie, that's a really nice voice."
Madam Huo excitedly grabbed her hand, looked her up and down, and joy overflowed from the corners of her eyes and brows.
Seeing this, Madam Sheng smiled and explained from the side.
“Qingning was in a car accident a few years ago and suffered some trauma, which is why she has a speech impediment. She wasn’t born mute.”
"Well, it got better a few days ago."
Old Madam Huo was happier than anyone else, patting Qingning's hand.
"This is wonderful, such great news!"
"If Shen Yuan knew, that kid would be ecstatic."
When her grandson was mentioned, she changed the subject and began to complain.
"That brat, I wonder where he's gone off to? He calls me every few days, but I never see him, and it's almost New Year's!"
She suddenly looked at Qingning, her eyes full of expectation.
"Qingning, could you ask him to go home?"
Madam Huo placed all her hopes on Qingning.
Qingning was stunned for a moment.
"Okay, I'll try to contact him and ask him to come home for the New Year."
She agreed verbally, but she knew very well in her heart that with his disfigured appearance, how could he possibly appear in front of his family?
"Madam Huo, does Young Master Huo have a cousin named Huo Xin?" Qingning asked casually.
"Don't even mention it, that brat is even more infuriating!"
Upon hearing this, Madam Huo's anger intensified.
“He’s been abroad for over two years and hasn’t come home. He says he’s doing some kind of adventure, but I think he’s just having too much fun. He doesn’t care about me, his old woman, at all!”
Qingning nodded thoughtfully.
The puzzle in my mind has finally been pieced together.
Therefore, Huo Shenyuan borrowed his cousin Huo Xin's identity to return to Huo's Group as the acting president and handle company affairs.
The old lady was completely unaware of this.
The current Huo Xin is not the real Huo Xin, so he still doesn't dare to go home.
"Qingning, it's so good that you can speak."
Old Madam Huo held her hand tightly, looking at her with a joyful expression.
"I've made up my mind. I'll have Shen Yuan come to the Sheng family to propose marriage before the new year. Are you willing to marry him?"
Sheng Chengjun's expression immediately changed, and he promptly refused.
"Madam, Qingning is still young..."
"I do."
Qingning interrupted her father.
"I am willing to marry Mr. Huo."
She spoke decisively and without the slightest hesitation.
She will never let him go again.
Absolutely not.
However, now that he is "Huo Xin," she has no way to stand openly beside him.
After the New Year, once her abilities are restored, the first thing she will do is help him restore his appearance.
She and he would never be separated again.
"That's wonderful!"
Madam Huo immediately turned around and gave instructions to the butler behind her.
"Go and prepare for the engagement right away. As soon as that brat comes back, we'll come and propose marriage!"
"Yes, Madam."
The butler, standing to the side, answered respectfully.
After chatting for a while longer, Sheng Chengjun finally saw off the satisfied Madam Huo.
He turned around, intending to have a good chat with Qingning.
There was no one in the whole house.
Why does this girl always seem to be going out at night lately?
Little did they know, Qingning had gone to find Huo Shenyuan.
At this moment, Huo Shenyuan was staying in the presidential suite of Fanxing. He had been entertaining clients every day for the past few days and had drunk quite a bit of alcohol today.
He lay on the large bed fully clothed, his eyes closed, his tie thrown on the floor.
He appeared to be asleep, but his mind was constantly on her.
Suddenly, he felt a small hand supporting his head, and he smelled that familiar, light fragrance.
That girl is back.
She sneaked into his room again; she's really getting more and more reckless.
He didn't open his eyes, wanting to see what she was up to.
Suddenly, he felt a soft touch on his lips, and then a sweet liquid rushed into his mouth.
She actually fed him honey water with her mouth?
She actually...
Huo Shenyuan's heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly opened his eyes, startling Qing Ning.
He shoved her away forcefully. "Li Qingning, how dare you kiss another man behind my brother's back?"
"Don't you have any shame?"
"Get out of here and don't come to work anymore."
Qingning got up from the ground, mustered her courage, and called out with red eyes, "Shen Yuan."
Huo Shenyuan: ...
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