At the dinner table, Wang Shuyi kept putting food into the two children's bowls, piling them up like a small mountain. How could their stomachs be so big to eat?
Before leaving, Song's mother packed a lot of dried fruits and white cakes for them to take away, and said to herself in a dull tone: "Fortunately, Tuantuan and Yuanyuan are still growing strong."
Wang Jianguo turned around and walked in. "The eldest girl has never returned empty-handed. Tuantuan and Yuanyuan are the grandchildren of the Zhu family after all. No one can let them go hungry."
Wang Shuning doesn't have many relatives. His grandparents and grandparents have all passed away. On the third day of the Chinese New Year, he only needs to visit his two uncles' homes to wish them a happy new year.
"Carry the things carefully and be sweet-mouthed. If your uncle and second uncle give you red envelopes, accept them and don't refuse them." Song's mother repeatedly reminded him.
Wang Shuning hesitated to speak. He was already twenty years old. It was okay for him to accept New Year's money from his family, but he would feel embarrassed to accept it from outsiders.
Zhang Xiuzhen stood by with her head down, feeling ashamed. When she went to her relatives' houses to pay New Year's greetings, the other party would give red envelopes. If she didn't have children, she would not have let her sister-in-law go.
Wang Shuning carried some things and went with Wang Jianjun to visit his two uncles to wish them a happy new year.
The three families do not live in the same compound, and it takes about ten minutes to ride a bike to get there.
Wang Shuning sat on the back seat of the bicycle and held on to Wang Jianjun's clothes tightly, afraid of falling off.
"Happy New Year, Uncle and Aunt."
"Hello, cousin and sister-in-law."
As soon as I entered the door, I saw four people standing in the living room. Wang Shuning followed Wang Jianjun and called for help.
"Here they are." Wang Shuning's aunt quickly reached out to take the things in their hands.
Then ask the two to sit down and have some water and snacks.
Only during the Chinese New Year when people pay New Year’s greetings will snacks such as melon seeds, peanuts, and fruit candies be placed on the table in the living room.
"When did Xiao Ning come back? He didn't even come to play at Uncle's house."
Wang Shuning smiled and replied, "I've been back for a few days. It was cold at home so I didn't go out."
Wang Jianjun helped, "Shunning is used to staying on the island and can't stand the temperature at home. He doesn't leave the house and has gained weight."
The aunt praised: "It's good to gain some weight these days."
They chatted for about half an hour, and a red paper bag was stuffed into Wang Shuning's pocket. After they had exchanged pleasantries, they left.
On the bicycle, Wang Jianjun spoke with his breath white, "Little sister, how much New Year's money did Auntie give you?"
Wang Shuning reached into his pocket, took out the red paper package, opened it, and replied, "50 cents."
Wang Jianjun nodded, "Not bad, not much loss."
Wang Shuning's eyes curved, saying that with New Year's greetings like this, there would not be much loss or gain, as people also paid based on the gifts.
If the gift they gave today was small, they probably wouldn’t have given so much.
After visiting the two families and meeting more than a dozen people, the topic of conversation was all about Wang Shuning. He was the first one in the Wang family who could become a teacher.
If they were in Beijing, they would be even more enthusiastic.
Since they didn't leave meals at other people's homes, the two of them went home to have lunch. This kind of semi-forced communication and greetings was really tiring.
On the fourth day of the Chinese New Year, Song's mother, who was planning to go out to play, was completely stunned when she saw the four members of the Liao family coming to her house carrying things.
"Aunt Song, Happy New Year." He Cimian smiled brightly at the Wang family.
Wang Jianguo responded woodenly: "Happy New Year."
This person is not a relative, why would he come to pay New Year’s greetings?
Wang Shuning looked at the four members of the Liao family who were invited in in disbelief. Is there no way to escape?
"Happy New Year, Xiaoning. You're getting prettier and prettier as you get older." Liao's mother praised.
Wang Shuning barely raised the corner of his mouth and responded, "Well... that's it."
When guests came, Song's mother and her family had no choice but to stay at home and entertain them.
When Song's mother saw that Liao's father and Liao Tingju actually gave her white wine and tea, she didn't dare to accept them and quickly refused.
Liao's mother waved her hand and said, "They were all gifts from relatives and friends. They are not expensive things."
Mother Song winked at her daughter-in-law and said, "No one in the family drinks alcohol, and tea leaves are not used much. You can take it back and drink it yourself."
Although Song's mother hopes that her younger daughter can give Liao Tingming a try, they are not even boyfriend and girlfriend now, so how can she accept such an expensive gift from the man?
Zhang Xiuzhen opened the kettle and poured tea.
Wang Shuning looked at Liao's mother and said in a deep breath, "Aunt Liao, Liao Tingming and I are not familiar with each other. I just came back to bring him something. You don't have to be so polite."
Liao's mother paused when she reached for the cup.
Seeing that her mother-in-law and father-in-law didn't know how to start the conversation, He Cimian offered help: "It's mainly because many relatives send cigarettes and alcohol over during the holidays. There are too many at home and we can't finish them in a short time, so we just brought two bottles over."
Father Liao said, "We hit it off the last time we watched a movie. Brother Wang, I think we must have known each other in our previous life. There's always a sense of familiarity."
Liao's mother agreed, "I think so too, sister. We can't push away the fate given by God. In the future, our two families must visit each other more and build up our relationship."
Mother Song looked at her youngest daughter.
Wang Shuning pursed her lips and looked away, with a hint of displeasure between her brows.
The four people from the Liao family only sat for a while and then left.
Zhang Xiuzhen looked at the gifts on the table without saying a word. At this moment, she could only pretend to be mute. She didn't dare to express her opinion on her sister-in-law's marriage.
Mother Song stared at Wang Shuning and said, "It seems that the Liao family is very satisfied with you. This should be Liao Tingming's intention."
Wang Jianguo asked her: "The gift is very heavy, what are you going to do?"
Wang Shuning looked at Wang Jianjun and said, "Brother, come with me to Liao's house tomorrow, put the things quietly inside the door and leave."
Song's mother sighed, "It's right not to accept the things. You should think about it again. It's not easy to find a husband who is easy to talk to and generous like this. Think about your sister."
Wang Shuning also knew that it was hard to find a good in-law, but she had no interest in Liao Tingming and had no intention of falling in love now.
When the Liao family saw the things, they felt very disappointed.
He Cimian glanced at the three people who were depressed and anxious. "This girl is different from ordinary people. We acted too hastily and probably made her unhappy."
In fact, He Cimian was already certain in her heart that this marriage would not be possible. She had put all her attitude and financial resources on the line, but the girl was unmoved. It was certain that she had no interest in her brother-in-law at all.
But you can't say this in front of your parents-in-law, otherwise you will have to hold your breath.
On the sixth day of the New Year, Liao's mother went to the south city compound specially to have a chance encounter with Song's mother, but in the end their relationship did not go any further. The Wang family was too sensible.
Later on, Song's mother pointed out directly that her younger daughter had a stubborn personality, was away from home all year round, and lived far away from home, so the family could not interfere in her finding a partner. If Liao Tingming could find the right person, the family would definitely have no objection.
When Liao's mother returned home and told her what happened, Liao's father took out a pen and paper and wrote a letter to Liao Tingming, explaining the situation clearly and saying that the family had done their best and he still had to chase his wife on his own.
At night, Zhang Xiuzhen lay on the bed and talked to Wang Jianjun.
"My sister has high standards, so it may be difficult to find a partner."
Wang Jianjun's eyelids were glued together, and he felt a little sleepy. He muttered, "I haven't tried that white wine yet, so I wonder how it tastes?"
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