Sunlight streamed through the hospital window, illuminating Pei Yunduo's face. Her complexion was much better than when she was first admitted. During this time, she had been forced to stay in bed, unable to move freely, which was undoubtedly torture for the usually lively and active Pei Yunduo. She counted down the days until her discharge, longing to step out of the ward again and experience the outside world.
Finally, the doctor announced that she could be discharged. Pei Yunduo was overjoyed; she almost wanted to jump out of bed and run out of the hospital immediately. But considering her physical condition, she obediently followed the nurse's instructions, slowly packed her things, and prepared to leave.
Xia Liang was waiting in the hospital lobby early, a long-lost smile on her face. Seeing Pei Yunduo being wheeled out of the ward by a nurse, a tear welled up in her eyes. "Yunduo, you can finally go home," Xia Liang said, her voice choked with emotion.
Pei Yunduo was overwhelmed with emotion upon seeing her grandmother. "Grandma, I missed you so much. The hospital bed is so hard, I can hardly stand it anymore," she said playfully.
Xia Liang gently stroked Pei Yunduo's hair, her eyes full of affection. "Alright, now you can go home and move around however you want. But you still need to listen to the doctor and recover slowly."
Pei Yunduo nodded, knowing that her grandmother's words stemmed from concern for her. "I understand, Grandma. I will be a good girl."
The Gu family's car was already waiting at the hospital entrance. Xia Liang carefully helped Pei Yunduo into the car, and then the group slowly drove away from the hospital. Pei Yunduo leaned against the car window, looking at the familiar streets outside, her heart filled with emotion. She had never cherished the feeling of freedom as much as she did now.
Back home, Pei Yunduo was put to rest in a spacious and bright room. Xia Liang had specially prepared many of her favorite books and games to ensure she wouldn't get bored during her recovery.
Pei Yunduo lay in bed, a book in her hand, but her mind was already wandering out the window. She longed to recover quickly, return to school, and play with her friends. At the same time, she realized that this experience had helped her grow a lot, and she had learned to cherish every moment of life more.
Xia Liang would visit Pei Yunduo in her room every day, chat with her, and tell her stories about her family. Pei Yunduo listened with great interest, showing great interest in her family's history and culture. Xia Liang felt a deep sense of satisfaction watching her granddaughter recover day by day.
The news of Pei Yunduo's discharge from the hospital and return home caused a small wave of joy in the Gu family. Gu Yuanzhi, Pei Yunduo's mother, knew that many relatives, friends, and business partners had visited her during her daughter's hospitalization to express their concern and support. To express her gratitude for this kindness, Gu Yuanzhi decided to host a banquet and invite all those who had given them support and help.
Gu Yuanzhi stood in the spacious living room, a guest list in her hand, her brows slightly furrowed. She wanted to ensure that everyone who had lent a helping hand during her daughter's difficult time was invited. She knew that these relationships were not just based on business interests, but also on deep human kindness.
“Mom, you really don’t need to go to so much trouble.” Pei Yunduo’s voice came from the stairs. She had just come downstairs and her steps were still a little slow, but her face had regained its usual vitality.
Gu Yuanzhi looked up at her daughter, a gentle smile on her face. "Yun Duo, you don't understand. These people stood by us when we needed help the most, and we can't forget their kindness."
Pei Yunduo nodded, understanding her mother's good intentions. "Alright then, I can help too. At least, I can write the invitation cards."
Gu Yuanzhi smiled and nodded; she knew her daughter's intentions. "Okay, then you write the invitation cards, and I'll take care of the rest of the banquet arrangements."
Over the next few days, the entire Gu family was busy. Gu Yuanzhi personally oversaw every detail of the banquet, from the menu to the venue setup; she did everything herself. Pei Yunduo sat at her desk, carefully writing the invitation cards, her handwriting still trembling slightly, but every stroke was filled with gratitude.
On the day of the banquet, the Gu family mansion was decorated warmly and elegantly. The garden was filled with flowers, and the living room was set with delicate snacks and drinks. Guests arrived one after another; they were all people that Gu Yuanzhi and Pei Yunduo wanted to thank.
Xia Liang also attended the banquet, wearing an elegant cheongsam that exuded extraordinary charm. Looking at the busy Gu Yuanzhi and the gradually recovering Pei Yunduo, she felt a surge of pride and gratitude.
As the banquet began, Gu Yuanzhi stood before everyone and delivered a brief but sincere speech. "Today, we gather here not only to celebrate Pei Yunduo's recovery, but also to thank every friend who has given us support and help during this difficult time. Without you, we could not have overcome this challenge so quickly."
The guests responded with enthusiastic applause. Many of them had personally visited Pei Yunduo in the hospital or offered assistance in other ways. They felt the Gu family's sincerity and gratitude, and were also gratified to have been able to contribute.
Pei Yunduo sat beside Xia Liang, tears welling in her eyes. She knew that her rapid recovery was inseparable from the care and help of these people. She stood up and bowed deeply to everyone present, expressing her sincerest gratitude.
The banquet proceeded in a warm and joyful atmosphere. Although Pei Yunduo was not as lively as before, she was completely relaxed. She chatted with each guest, thanking them for their care and blessings.
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