My College Teacher is My Children's Mom-Chapter 713 - Engagement Banquet

Second Treasure and Third Treasure shared the same room.

When Second Treasure returned late after a long evening out with Qin Jiang, she was shocked to find that Third Treasure wasn’t there.

Frightened, she immediately called Third Treasure. The call finally connected after the third try.

"Third Sister, where are you? Why aren’t you back yet? It’s so late."

Third Treasure’s voice betrayed nothing unusual, but her words startled Second Treasure.

"Second Sister, I’m not coming home tonight. I’m with Shao Yang."

Second Treasure’s heart tightened. "Are you serious? Have you thought this through?"

In the eyes of their older siblings, Third Treasure was the obedient, sensible little sister who needed their protection.

"I’ve thought it through," Third Treasure murmured, her tone carrying a barely perceptible shyness.

Second Treasure paused for a moment. "Then take good care of yourself."

"I will," Third Treasure murmured back. "I’ll hang up now, Second Sister."

Second Treasure ended the call, feeling a wave of melancholy. Our little sister has finally grown up!

「...」

She slept soundly until morning.

Second Treasure turned to look at the adjacent bed; it was empty.

She got up, rubbed her head, then took a shower and got dressed.

Her engagement banquet with Qin Jiang was at noon. They weren’t planning a grand affair, just a simple meal with close friends and family.

As the star of the show, I have to make myself look absolutely beautiful!

Just as she was finishing up, Third Treasure returned. "Second Sister, you look so beautiful!"

Second Treasure glanced at her. "Are you alright?"

Third Treasure’s eyes seemed to sparkle, and her cheeks were flushed like peach blossoms. She nodded shyly. "I’m fine!"

Seeing this, Second Treasure didn’t probe any further.

The entire family finished getting ready and then took a car to the designated restaurant, a journey that took nearly an hour.

The restaurant was located on the outskirts of Jingcheng. After a series of winding roads, they finally arrived.

The restaurant was built in an elegant, ancient style, with red lanterns hanging outside. It featured pavilions, verandas, rockeries, and waterside gazebos.

The waitresses, all dressed in cheongsams with delicate makeup, moved with a graceful poise.

Outside, Qin Jiang’s family of three had already been waiting for some time.

Qin Jiang’s mother had her hair in an updo and wore a light blue dress, exuding the air of a cultured woman.

Qin Jiang’s father was in a sharp suit, carrying a dignified and scholarly presence, his eyes reflecting the wisdom of years.

Qin Jiang himself stood tall and straight with a soldier’s commanding aura, a happy smile on his handsome face.

"You’re here! Please, come in, come in."

Qin’s mother came over and took Zhang Yuxi’s hand. "It must have been a long journey for you."

Zhang Yuxi smiled faintly. "It wasn’t far. No trouble at all."

Zhang Yuxi was wearing a red dress today, which complemented her lovely face and stunning presence.

In reality, Qin’s mother was the same age as Zhang Yuxi; she had just married earlier.

Although she took good care of herself, she couldn’t quite compare to Zhang Yuxi.

Despite being peers, Zhang Yuxi looked a good ten years younger, the red dress accentuating her bright, youthful energy.

Looking at her daughter-in-law’s mother up close, Qin’s mother couldn’t help but feel a twinge of envy.

She wondered how her in-laws maintained their youth. The husband, Lin Feng, looked more than a decade younger than her own, and the couple barely seemed older than their son.

Lin Feng and Qin’s father walked inside side by side, their appearances a stark contrast—one could even say one looked old and the other young.

Hearing Qin’s father address Lin Feng as "brother" felt slightly odd.

The restaurant’s interior was not lavish but was exquisitely classical and very pleasant.

"They’re here! They’ve arrived! Wow, they... they look so young..."

"I heard they had quadruplets, and each one is already a young achiever..."

"The girl betrothed to the young officer, that’s her, right? She’s gorgeous. You can tell from her features that she’ll bring her husband good fortune!"

"My, the younger girl behind her is also a stunner. I wonder if she’s available..."

"Mom, I know her. The man next to her is her boyfriend."

"Oh, is that so? Well, the boyfriend isn’t bad either, quite handsome..."

"Of course! He’s the future heir to a top luxury brand... they’ve already made it official!"

"So that means both daughters’ futures are settled. What about the two sons?"

"I haven’t heard anything, so I assume they’re still single!"

"The one walking in front is the eldest son. My friend’s daughter adores him. He’s a scientist, a real talent!"

"I’ve heard of him! He’s working on an incredible project that will be historic if it succeeds!"

"And that one with the brilliant smile is their Fourth Brother. He’s an exceptionally capable coach with countless gold medals..."

Da Bao and Fourth Brother already had a measure of fame in Jingcheng.

After Lin Feng became the richest man, their renown skyrocketed.

Countless wealthy families in Jingcheng with unmarried daughters were desperate to marry them off to the two brothers.

The guests at the banquet with eligible daughters were stirring restlessly.

"That couple has certainly raised their children well. All four are successful in their own right!"

"Exactly. Unlike my kids, every one of them is a handful."

"Yours are still manageable. Look at my good-for-nothing bunch. It makes me angry just thinking about them!"

Amidst the murmurs, Lin Feng’s family took their seats.

Their family sat at one table, and by squeezing in, Qin Jiang’s family of three was able to join them.

It was clear that Qin’s father was a social butterfly. After the dishes were served one after another, he took command of the room.

"Today is my son Qin Jiang’s engagement banquet. Thank you to all our friends and family for coming. I’d like to propose a toast to everyone."

"This is my son’s father-in-law, Lin Feng. This is his mother-in-law, Zhang Yuxi. And this is my future daughter-in-law, Lin Tuantuan."

"Please, eat and drink to your heart’s content. I hope you all have a wonderful time!"

The banquet proceeded with food and drink. Those who could drink had wine, while others toasted with tea.

Qin Jiang took Lin Feng and the others to meet his relatives. On his father’s side, there was only one aunt.

On his mother’s side, there was a younger brother and a distant cousin who had traveled from afar.

The rest were friends of the couple from Jingcheng. It wasn’t until the introductions were made that everyone realized Qin Jiang’s parents knew quite a few influential people.

Qin’s mother was a true daughter of a scholarly Jingcheng family, gentle yet resilient.

Qin’s father came from a long line of decorated military men. His greatest regret was being unable to serve in the military himself due to health issues, but he was gratified that his son had fulfilled that dream for him.

Their marriage was a perfect match of the civil and the martial, and their deep affection for each other over the years was the envy of many.

"This is my good friend of over twenty years, the former head of the First Hospital, Dai Cong. And this is his wife, Qian Shu."

"This is the son of my father’s comrade-in-arms, also a dear friend of mine for many years, Chen Gong. He’s currently a Director."

"And this is a close friend, the CEO of a film company here in Jingcheng..."

After a full round of introductions, Lin Feng had drunk quite a bit but showed no signs of intoxication.

Qin’s father’s friends were shouting that they’d all have another round of drinks together later.

Aside from one of Qin’s mother’s friends, who had become a full-time housewife to focus on her unruly child, the others all lived life on their own terms.

Some had their own clothing brands, cosmetics companies, or chains of beauty salons.

They not only had their own careers but also lived their lives freely and with style.

At their age, most of their children were married. The few who weren’t were independent and not a source of worry.

Times had changed. Their children had their own lives, and they did not interfere.