Wan Xiaozhen concealed the disgust in her eyes and followed Wang Xiahe and Yu Defu to greet Yu Yao and Lu Ze.
Lu Ze handed the gift to Yu Defu: "Father-in-law, this is a birthday present for you."
Wang Xiahe saw a hint of satisfaction flash in Lu Ze's eyes and finally understood why her girl was so persistent.
Such a young, handsome, and promising man—it would be a shame not to snatch him.
Yu Defu accepted the gifts without even looking at them and handed them to Wang Xiahe. "Here, Xiahe, let me introduce you. This is my adopted daughter, Yu Yao, and this is her husband, Lu Ze, the youngest regimental-level officer in the island's military unit."
Wang Xiahe greeted the two with a smile: "Indeed, the man is handsome and the woman is beautiful. It's hot, come in and sit down."
The moment Yu Yao saw Wang Xiahe, she understood why Yu Defu was willing to abandon everything in Qin Province to come to the island with her.
Besides the objective reason that it was common knowledge that Han Yufeng had cheated on him, it was also because Wang Xiahe was clearly a wealthy man, and more importantly, he was fertile.
Compared to the slender Han Yufeng, Wang Xiahe appeared more plump, the kind of plumpness that comes from a well-off family, with a round face, large breasts, and a big butt, looking like the kind of woman that rural matchmakers describe as very fertile.
The more determined Yu Defu was to have a son to inherit the "throne," the stronger his resolve to marry into the family was.
Wang Xiahe specially arranged for the two to sit at the table in the main room, and said to Lu Ze and Yu Yao in a friendly manner, "You must be tired from your journey. As soon as my Xiao Zhen heard that you were coming, she specially made Qingbuliang (a type of sweet soup). You must try her cooking."
He then sent Wan Xiaozhen inside to serve the herbal dessert.
"Commander Lu, I specially added mint and coconut to it. Try it and see how it tastes." Wan Xiaozhen served Lu Ze first, and then served Yu Yao.
She stood beside Lu Ze, looking at him expectantly, and deliberately showed off her injured fingers.
Unfortunately, it was all in vain; Lu Ze never even glanced at her.
Yu Yao glanced at her own herbal soup, then at the bowl in front of Lu Ze, and raised an eyebrow.
The difference in ingredients between the two bowls is obvious.
Wang Xiahe noticed that Wan Xiaozhen was unhappy and, fearing it would affect the important matter later, tried to smooth things over for her: "Men have big appetites, eat more. Yu Yao, you drink first, there's more if you're not full."
In terms of attitude, Yu Yao couldn't find a single fault with Wang Xiahe.
She smiled at Wang Xiahe, "It's alright."
Just when Wang Xiahe thought she was so easy to deal with, Yu Yao turned to Lu Ze next to her and said, "Your bowl looks pretty good."
Lu Ze affectionately exchanged the two's refreshing desserts, and then said to Wan Xiaozhen, who was standing to the side, "Is there any more coconut meat? My wife likes to eat it, could you please get some more?"
Lu Ze was used to giving orders, and his words carried a sense of pressure. People who were not familiar with him would subconsciously obey when suddenly given such instructions, and would easily follow his lead.
"Also, I'll be right there." Wan Xiaozhen only realized this after she entered the kitchen.
She's not a waitress, why should she be so obedient and serve Yu Yao?
Wan Xiaozhen felt wronged that Lu Ze had given away the herbal soup she had been making since yesterday afternoon to Yu Yao so easily.
She injured her hand while making this, and it was only with the help of others that she finally completed her hard work. But now Lu Ze not only doesn't care, he also tells her to get coconuts for Yu Yao.
It makes me angry just thinking about it.
Wan Xiaozhen threw the enamel tray she was holding with a loud clanging sound.
What's so great about Yu Yao? Why does Lu Ze care so much about her? I hate her so much.
"You silly girl, haven't I told you before, a small act of impatience can ruin a big plan?" Wang Xiahe entered the kitchen with a look of exasperation on her face. "I've spoiled you. You can't even keep your temper down over such a small thing. For the rest of the time, just stay quiet and I'll take care of the rest."
With most of the guests arriving, Wang Xiahe began to call people to serve the dishes.
The banquet was specially divided into men's and women's tables. Yu Yao and Lu Ze were separated, one was arranged in the main hall and the other in the front yard.
Wang Xiahe sat next to Yu Yao, holding a bottle of wine in her hand. "Yu girl, you haven't been on the island for long, and you haven't tried our special lychee wine yet. This was brewed by your dad. Here, let me pour you some."
Upon hearing that she was particularly sensitive to alcohol, Yu Yao quickly covered the glass in front of her and politely declined.
"Auntie, my dad may have forgotten to tell you that I am allergic to alcohol and cannot drink any kind of alcohol."
Wang Xiahe was a little embarrassed. "Is that so? Your dad didn't mention it. I thought you could drink."
Sitting next to Yu Yao, Granny Wang pursed her lips and said, "Young lady, really? This is the first time I've ever heard of someone being allergic to alcohol. If your elders offer you a drink, just have a little."
Yu Yao ignored her. "Aunt Wang, it's my dad's birthday today. You wouldn't want me to spend it at the clinic, would you?"
Wang Xiahe was a little embarrassed, so she put down the lychee wine and called to everyone, "How could that be? If you don't want to drink, then don't drink. Eat your food."
Since Yu Yao wouldn't give her any face, Wang Xiahe had to think of another way.
It must be said that Wang Xiahe was quite willing to spend a lot of money to achieve their goals.
This table of dishes includes meat, fish, and chicken; it's rare to see such a lavish spread except during the Lunar New Year.
Yu Yao ate heartily, but Wang Xiahe and Granny Wang were very worried.
With darkness falling, it would be too late if we didn't come up with a solution soon.
Wang Xiahe gritted her teeth and made Granny Wang squat in the corner of the outhouse where miscellaneous items were stored. When Yu Yao came out of the outhouse, she would use a sleeping potion to knock her unconscious.
Yu Yao doesn't drink alcohol, but she can't just not go to the bathroom, especially after eating so much.
As dusk approached, Yu Yao tentatively said she wanted to go back, but the Wang family kept her there with various excuses.
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