The group chatted casually for a while longer, and when it was almost time, they went downstairs to have dinner.
The dozen or so people below were already chatting and laughing, sitting at the table ready to eat.
Because there were many people, the Shen family's large dining room had two tables.
One seat was prepared for the older generation, and the other was for the younger generation.
Here, Old Master Shen sits at the head of the table, with Old Madam Shen to his right, while Shen Beizong, the current head of the Shen family, sits to his left.
Sitting next to Madam Shen was Shen Beirong, and next to Shen Beizong was Luo Peilan, and so on, according to their birth order.
Gu Nanyan sat directly opposite Old Master Shen, with Shen Bei'an sitting to her right.
As for the younger generation, without a doubt, Shen Juanqing is in the head position, and the order of seniority follows the same pattern.
Such monthly family gatherings are meant to strengthen family bonds, but the Shen family has strict rules, so the custom of not speaking while eating or sleeping still applies.
After dinner, the elders sipped tea and chatted about current events, while the younger generation gathered together to play "Flying Flower Order," their laughter filling the air.
Shen Beian didn't know why, even though everyone said that the Shen family had strict discipline, Shen Beian felt right at home here, nestled next to Old Madam Shen, listening to his brothers, sisters-in-law and other family members chatting.
Every now and then, the sounds of frustration and laughter from the younger generation could be heard from over there.
Gu Nanyan was playing a game of chess with Old Master Shen. Old Master Shen was playing black pieces, and Gu Nanyan was playing white pieces.
Madam Shen had a habit of drinking some herbal water after meals, and Shen Beian, who was beside her, also drank some.
Unbeknownst to him, of the small blue-and-white porcelain cup of water that Old Madam Shen had mistakenly taken, he had only drunk half a cup, while the rest was consumed by Shen Bei'an.
Shen Beian licked his lips. This misidentified water was really good, making one want to drink one cup after another, and he wanted the butler to get another bottle.
The sound was initially very soft, but when the butler brought over the new bottle of misidentified water, Old Madam Shen was surprised. "When did An'er become so fond of this misidentified water?"
Shen Beian blinked. "I just think this misidentified water is pretty good. I wonder who made it?" Although Shen Beian was a bit of a slacker, he was still quite interested in these kinds of things as a foodie.
Biluo Xiaozhu's wine cellar also contains some fruit wines that he made himself.
This is a misconception that the water has not yet been tested.
"I wonder if we are qualified to taste a cup of this excellent water that you, my little brother, can say you've found? There's nothing wrong with it." Shen Beirong approached from somewhere.
It's easy to mistakenly believe that the water has a low alcohol content.
But doing it well is not an easy task.
Shen Beirong's husband was naturally by her side as well.
Shen Beizong and the others also asked the old lady for a cup.
Madam Shen lightly patted her fan. "You lot, anyone who didn't know better would think I'm missing you. Steward Zhao, go and get a few more bottles, let these little rascals and those other mischievous ones who can't even keep their eyes open have a taste." She gave the order.
The younger generation was playing a game of "flying flowers" when they heard Shen Beirong's voice, and they couldn't help but look over. Upon hearing the old lady's words, the younger ones rushed into the arms of their older brothers and sisters.
"Grandma~" The youngest, Chen Juanchan, came over and hugged Madam Shen's arm. "No, Grandma, it's just that I saw Uncle drinking so enthusiastically~"
Everyone knows that Shen Bei'an is the best at enjoying life.
"You're lucky to have this water. It was brewed by Xuejie from the Zhongli family and was just delivered a few days ago."
The eldest daughter-in-law of the Zhongli family paused in her drinking.
This is... the second female lead...
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