In the evening, the guests gradually left.
The entire Liu family gathered together, and the scene of four generations under one roof was particularly heartwarming. Except for the second brother, Liu Xingyi, who was away at university, all the family members were present.
The room was filled with a festive atmosphere, the lights flickered and shone softly on everyone's faces.
Old Man Liu sat at the head of the table, his face full of satisfaction. Looking at his descendants, his heart was filled with emotion.
"Today is Lanlan's first birthday party, it's quite a lively affair!" Old Master Liu said slowly, his tone revealing a hint of pride. "Although our Liu family isn't particularly large, our grandchildren are all quite accomplished."
Everyone nodded in agreement, their faces full of smiles.
Xia Guihua held Lanlan in her arms. The little one was already a bit sleepy, her eyes half-open and half-closed, looking incredibly cute.
Liu Yue and Yu Jingya stood around, gently teasing Lanlan.
The atmosphere was harmonious.
However, Liu Xiaoling, who was standing to the side, seemed a little unhappy. Her second aunt pulled her to her side and whispered, "You brat, you talk back when I say a few words to you! What have you learned from your studies? What's the point of going to school!"
Liu Xiaoling replied helplessly in a low voice, "Mom, can you please stop talking?"
My aunt became more and more agitated as she spoke, and shouted, "You haven't been home for a month, and you won't even let me say anything? You've really grown up!"
The previously harmonious atmosphere inside the house instantly became somewhat tense, and the second uncle couldn't help but shout, "What are you arguing about, woman? If you have something to say, go home and talk about it!"
Grandpa Liu and Fang Shuxiang's faces also darkened, secretly dissatisfied with their second daughter-in-law's increasingly inappropriate behavior.
She ignores what she should be concerned with, but insists on meddling in what she shouldn't.
Her son, Liu Xingju, ran an internet cafe and spent all his time hanging out with a bunch of bad friends, making the cafe a mess, yet she never scolded him. Meanwhile, her daughter, Liu Xiaoling, was in high school, but she was dissatisfied with everything she did.
Second Aunt didn't notice the change in the old man's expression.
Instead, she turned to Grandpa Liu and Fang Shuxiang, complaining, "Dad, Mom, look, Xiaoling doesn't even recognize me as her mother anymore..."
The words implicitly accused He Qunfang of spoiling Liu Xiaoling.
Standing to the side, He Qunfang knew her second sister-in-law's temperament well, so she responded calmly and did not argue with her.
Everyone's attention turned to Liu Xiaoling, who was wearing a light blue dress, and the crystal pendant around her neck shimmered slightly under the light.
Her brows furrowed slightly, and a hint of stubbornness lingered in her eyes.
Looking at Liu Xiaoling, Fang Shuxiang couldn't help but sigh. This child has changed so much. Her beautiful clothes must have been bought by He Qunfang.
Thinking of this, she felt even more guilty towards He Qunfang and regretted her previous favoritism.
“Second son’s wife, stop making a fuss. Xiaoling has grown up and has her own ideas, so don’t always try to control her like this,” Fang Shuxiang said, clearing her throat.
Grandpa Liu nodded and said, "Xiaoling is sensible, so stop picking on her. Focus on managing her third brother first."
When Liu Xingju heard his grandfather mention him, he quickly lowered his head.
Second Aunt didn't expect the two elders to say such things to her, and therefore felt even more wronged. She believed that she was only trying to do what was best for Liu Xiaoling, but the child didn't appreciate it.
She wanted to say something more, but her second uncle glared at her, and she realized the situation and stopped talking.
Liu Xiaoling looked at the two grandparents gratefully and said, "Grandpa and Grandma, thank you. I know Mom is doing this for my own good, but I also have my own pursuits and ideas. I will study hard and not let you down."
Grandpa Liu nodded kindly: "Good children, if you can all be like your second brother and get into university in the future, it will be an honor for our Liu family!"
Grandpa Liu had always felt that his family was small, unlike others who had many children.
When I talk to people, I always feel like I lack confidence.
However, it was only after his second grandson, Liu Xingyi, was admitted to university that he realized that no matter how many children he had, if they were not successful, they were not as good as one who was accomplished.
Now, wherever Grandpa Liu goes, he receives praise and envy from others, who say that his Liu family is thriving.
How could he not be overjoyed?
The Liu family's current situation is entirely due to Liu Feng's return.
The year Liu Feng was born, auspicious snow fell from the sky, and magpies flew in. Looking back now, it was indeed an "auspicious omen"!
Thinking about this...
Fang Shuxiang couldn't help but sigh, "Second son's wife, don't be ungrateful. Our Liu family is where it is today thanks to Xiao Si's help. Xiao Si, Grandma thanks you. I was also foolish back then. If it weren't for your mother protecting you, Grandma might have made a terrible mistake..."
Looking at his grandmother's heartfelt repentance, Liu Feng was also filled with emotion.
Did he ever harbor hatred or resentment?
Perhaps all those past events have gradually faded away with the passage of time, leaving only the appreciation for the good life we have now and the love for our families.
Unbeknownst to him, Liu Feng's state of mind had improved again, and the Xuan Tian Creation Technique was now running much more smoothly.
He smiled slightly, and the lights in the room seemed to brighten a bit more...
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