This is also because after many years, the Xu family finally has a real family reunion this year, and they can sit together and have a good reunion dinner.

In previous years, Grandma Xu would worry when the Chinese New Year came: Grandpa Xu, Uncle Xu, and even Xu Hengkai all had to run around to visit the grassroots and conduct inspections. Xu Aoxue and Xu Hengze had to stick to their posts, and she didn't even see them or get a phone call from them. The other granddaughters were also workaholics, and nothing could stop their passion for work. It was normal for them not to be home during the Chinese New Year.

This year, they are all back, a rare gathering! Even their daughter Xu Jia has successfully reincarnated back to her parents' side. This cannot be told to outsiders, but it is something we need to be grateful for and celebrate the most.

Grandpa Xu and Grandma Xu were so happy that their faces were flushed and they looked full of energy. They walked briskly and felt ten years younger.

Uncle Xu, who usually has a serious face and is more reserved than Grandpa Xu, rarely smiles. He speaks to everyone in a friendly and gentle manner, showing that he is also a warm person.

The two families had the New Year's Eve dinner together. Director Shen and Xu Zhen brought their son and daughter-in-law, and brought prepared meals and snacks to the Xu Mansion.

Eldest cousin Xu Aoxue returned home before the New Year's Eve dinner, and she brought someone with her. Meng Tao and Shen Yu knew him. He was the pretty boy adjutant they saw when they went to Province Y last year. He was handsome and had an elegant temperament. Meng Tao secretly told Shen Yu that he looked like a pretty little fox when he smiled, which made Shen Yu jealous.

At that time, Meng Tao intuitively felt that there was something different between this little fox adjutant and her cousin. Sure enough, when she saw him again this time, his identity and status had changed.

The eldest cousin introduced to her family: "This is Su Xiangyang, my marriage partner!"

Meng Tao was amazed: They are a perfect match! A cool queen and a cute little boy, she is a fan of this couple! It is obvious that the Xu family has known about Su Xiangyang for a long time and has investigated him, because Grandpa Xu, Grandma Xu, Uncle Xu, and Aunt Xu were very calm and did not say anything extra. They just welcomed Su Xiangyang warmly and gently.

During the meal, Grandma Xu and the eldest aunt took care of Su Xiangyang seemingly casually but appropriately and meticulously. From their expressions and actions, it can be seen that they are very satisfied with Su Xiangyang.

My eldest daughter is 35 years old. She had claimed before that she would never get married. But now, her dream has come true and she is finally getting married. After Shen Yu and Xu Hengkai, another big problem has been solved. How can I not be happy? !

With a good start, the three who were still clamoring not to get married no longer had to worry. Take your time, there was no rush. There was hope ahead! The New Year's Eve at the Xu Mansion was spent in a peaceful, festive, and joyful reunion.

From the first to the third day of the Chinese New Year, Shen Yu and Meng Tao stayed at home and did not go anywhere, but Director Shen and Xu Zhen had to go to Xu's house early and come back late every day to help with socializing. There were many guests coming to Xu's house to pay New Year's greetings, and Meng Tao was about to reach her due date and was not suitable for a too lively atmosphere, so Shen Yu had to accompany her, so the young couple could have some quiet time and live a sweet and comfortable life for two.

Someone also came to the Shen residence to pay New Year's greetings. Shen Yu told Uncle Gao and Aunt Gao that they didn't need to open the door to receive them, and just said that no one was at home and that they had all gone to the Xu residence.

Other close relatives and friends naturally knew Meng Tao's situation, so they only greeted her over the phone and did not visit her.

On the fourth day of the New Year, Director Shen and Xu Zhen also rested at home and did not go to Xu's house. They were tired from all the socializing all day.

Meng Zhehan took some time to come over and have a meal. He sighed that it was still better here, he was relaxed and the food was delicious. He complained that he could hardly stay at home.

In previous years, the old man was in poor health and did not like crowds, so the number of visitors was limited and few people came to pay New Year's greetings. This year, the old man was in good health and energetic, and in a good mood. He actually opened the door to everyone who came, and the house was full of guests every day. He was very casual. He met the guests, shook hands, chatted for a while, and left when he felt tired. He didn't need to care about the rest.

As the eldest grandson, Meng Zhehan followed his father to entertain guests every day. He dreamed of banquets and teahouses at night, which made him depressed.

Meng Tao took out a plate of his favorite fresh blackberries and gave it to him as a comfort.

Meng Zhehan's eyes suddenly lit up: "I haven't eaten this for a long time. I thought it wasn't available in winter."

"Yes, but it's not easy to mail, and we couldn't finish it, so we made it into jam," said Meng Tao.

"Can't you just store it in the refrigerator? It'll be a waste if it's made into jam."

Meng Zhehan likes sweet fruits, but doesn’t like jam or canned fruit. He is so picky.

Meng Zhehan looked at him speechlessly, scooped a spoonful of blackberries and put it into his mouth: "Are you obsessed with money? You want to sell such a small fruit for money."

"To raise a son."

"If you don't have money, I will take care of my eldest nephew."

"Don't worry about it. Your own son will be waiting for you to raise him in the future."

Meng Tao was eating melon seeds and watching the two bickering. When she heard this, she suddenly remembered and asked, "Brother, did you go on a blind date? How was it? Was it a good match?"

Meng Zhehan: “…”

The fruit in my mouth no longer tasted sweet: "Are you my sister? My brother is in such a difficult situation, and you are still adding insult to injury."

Shen Yu: "We are concerned about you. If you think it's suitable, let us take a look and give us some advice."

"Thank you, no thanks."

"So did you go or not?"

After Meng Tao asked, Shen Yu followed up, "Today is the fourth day of the New Year. In two days, he will go back to D Province to work - I guess he has seen it, and people look down on him."

"I didn't agree to a blind date at all!"

Meng Zhehan laughed angrily: "Are you two too boring to make fun of me? I tell you, I am also a person with ideals in love."

"just in case……"

"There is no such possibility, because I understand that I don't trust their judgment."

“…”

It was so decisive that there was no way to gossip about it. Meng Tao felt a little regretful.

It’s all because of this era. There are no mobile phones or the Internet, and there are very few entertainment options. In the past, when friends and colleagues discussed blind dates, Meng Tao was not interested at all. But now she has been reduced to taking the initiative to inquire about it. It’s just as Meng Zhehan said, she is bored.

On the fifth day of the New Year, cousin Xu Aoxue and Su Xiangyang came to the Shen residence. They sat down and talked for a while, had some tea and snacks, and then the two left. They only had a few days of vacation, and they had to return to Y Province in the afternoon.

The eldest cousin gave another large suitcase full of top-quality jade, and told Shen Yu and Meng Tao the information she had recently obtained about several jade mines abroad.

The couple also prepared some gifts for their cousin to take away.

On the ninth day of the Lunar New Year, Meng Tao followed Shen Yu and her parents-in-law to the Xu Mansion for a banquet, and Xu Hengkai and Gu Yingying were officially engaged.

(End of this chapter)