Li Zhiyuan did laugh: "We'll discuss it when it's time; for now, let's focus on getting Jingming's matters sorted. When it's Jingdong's turn, if his wife also demands such a high bride price, we'll have her family sign an agreement too."
After everything was clarified, no one dwelled on it anymore.
Those who wanted to watch TV did so, those who needed to cook did that, and in no time dinner was ready, everyone joyously enjoyed the reunion meal.
On the first day of the lunar new year, Anning, along with several children, paid their respects to the elders and received red envelopes, then stayed cozy at home all day.
Xiao Yuan, however, took Tang Shi back to Shanqian Village.
He had been drifting away from home for several years without returning; however, he consistently sent money to Zhang Erfeng and his spouse. This time, adopting a child prompted him to bring the child home to recognize his family roots.
