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From the rucksack, Qi Youxuan pulled out a packet of sunflower seeds, a bag of broad beans, and a bag of popcorn. “Grandpa, Grandma, have some of these.”

“Good boy! Youxuan is five this year right?” Yu Qianying was very pleased—her eyes crinkled as she smiled.

“That’s correct. He’ll be attending elementary school next year,” Guan Liya replied.

Yu Qianying looked around and only saw the few of them. She asked, “Chengyue is not coming?”

“She…” Guan Liya smiled awkwardly and told the truth, “No matter what, Song Yu and Jian Yi had a past together. I was worried that having them today would make things uncomfortable.”

Yu Qianying was uncertain if the words were sincere or Guan Liya was hinting at something else. “There’s nothing to be awkward about. When we were bankrupt, Jian Yi helped us a lot. It’s fate that we’re becoming relatives now.”

“Haha!” Guan Liya laughed dryly and did not comment any further.

Yu Qianying turned her attention back to Qi Youxuan.

After a while, Grandfather Qi and Grandmother Qi arrived. Trailing behind them was Qi Zhongliang and Xia Wenna.

Song Donglin and Yu Qianying were very respectful toward the two Qi family elders.

As everyone took their seats, Xia Wenna ended up beside Yu Qianying.

Hesitation crossed Xia Wenna’s face but she whispered, “Qianying, if we became family, you can rest assured. Our family, along with Chengzhi, will never do anything that might harm your family again.”

Yu Qianying did not catch the operative word, ‘again’.

They were childhood friends who drifted apart after the Song family bankruptcy incident. To say that there were no friendly sentiments between them was a lie.

Hence, because of their close relationship, the fallout hit Yu Qianying twice as hard.

The words from Xia Wenna’s mouth were apologetic. It was not easy for someone of her stature to say such things. It had been many years since the incident. Yu Qianying thought of their shared past and friendship, and now with this joining of their families, it was hard for her to be angry.

She made the first move after a moment of hesitation. She took Xia Wenna’s hand.

Xia Wenna’s eyes teared up and held onto Yu Qiangying’s hand. “Qianying… Does this mean you forgive me?”

Yu Qianying let out a sigh. “We’re soon to become family. There’s nothing to forgive. It’s not like we can avoid each other in the future.”

Grandmother Qi spotted Xia Wenna’s expression and nodded wisely. “Alright, alright. Today is a day of happiness, not a place for tears. Have we ordered the dishes?”

“Dynasty has a meal package for engagements. We’ve already ordered it,” Qi Chengzhi answered.

Grandmother Qi had a satisfied look on her face. She smiled heartily. “Fate ties us together again after many twists and turns. We’re meant to be in-laws! Because of that undeserving grandchild of mine, we overlooked Song Yu. I already gave him a good scolding. Song Yu was such a good granddaughter-in-law and we lost our chance. I thought, which lucky house will get to have Song Yu as their in-law?”

“Who knew, it was my eldest grandson who lived up to my expectations and brought Song Yu back into the family!” Grandmother Qi exclaimed ecstatically.

Yu Qianying was at a loss as to how she should respond to Grandmother Qi’s enthusiasm when the door opened.

“Grandpa, Grandma, sorry we’re late,” Qi Chengyue greeted in a lively tone.