Lian Shouxin and Wu Lang hadn’t said anything yet, Xiao Qi already walked over to Lian Manman, grinning and congratulating her, extending his hand asking for celebration money.

Lian Manman was a bit shy at the moment, but seeing Xiao Qi like this, she promptly pretended to glare at him.

"No celebration money, but a flick to the head is available." Lian Manman said, and then flicked Xiao Qi.

Of course, she didn’t really exert any force. Xiao Qi still jumped up with an "ouch", protecting his head with one hand, while claiming it hurt.

"Dad, Mom, Brother, look, my sister hit me." Even then, he wasn’t forgetting to complain.

The whole family just laughed; although Xiao Qi now always acts mature outside, only when at home can he not help but show his childishness.

"Your sister was shy, yet you teased her. If she doesn’t hit you, who would?" Lady Zhang said with a laugh.

Seeing no one in the family supported him, the grievance on Xiao Qi’s face instantly vanished without a trace, and he cozied up next to Lian Manman, grinning as he looked at her.

A girl discussing a good marriage is certainly a grand occasion. But at the same time, it means the girl is about to get married and leave home. Though the exact day isn’t set yet, everyone in the family, including Xiao Qi, knows that day is definitely not far away.

Amidst the joy, they’re starting to feel a bit reluctant.

The maids served the tea for sobering up and some fresh fruits, and as the family drank tea, they started chatting about family matters. The topic always revolved around Wu Lang and Lian Manman’s marriage.

"Just now, Wu Lang told me he wants to settle his matter promptly, so that it wouldn’t delay Manman and Sixth Master." Lian Shouxin said softly to Lady Zhang.

Lian Manman, chatting with Xiao Qi nearby, caught a few words and easily guessed what Lian Shouxin was talking about.

"Dad, Mom, Brother, this shouldn’t be done hastily." Lian Manman quickly said, "My brother’s marriage is a lifelong matter, not just for him, but for our whole family as well."

Frankly, if Lian Manman marries poorly, she’d be the only one aggrieved. But if Wu Lang marries an unsuitable wife, it wouldn’t just trouble Wu Lang; it would significantly affect the entire Lian Family. Therefore, Wu Lang’s matter cannot be treated lightly.

"Let me state upfront, don’t rush my brother’s matter just to save time for me. Not a bit of haste is allowed. We must choose a good sister-in-law in due time, as we previously planned. Otherwise, I’ll be the first one to disagree." Lian Manman said with a purposely stern face.

"It can’t be rushed, don’t worry." Lian Shouxin and Lady Zhang both replied with a laugh.

At this moment, Wu Lang couldn’t say anything more.

"...Sixth Master is older than Manman, and from his perspective, he also wants to get married sooner." Lady Zhang said, "We say we should wait until Wu Lang’s matter is settled, stating it’s the custom, but actually, that’s just the saying... There are only a few of us in the family; once your sister gets married, if Wu Lang hasn’t brought in someone new, and Manman leaves, ah, just thinking about it makes me feel uneasy..."

Lady Zhang was speaking her true thoughts at this moment.

"Moreover, it’s not right for Sixth Master to rush. Manman’s wedding must be done properly. The dowry and such needs time to prepare!" Lady Zhang added.

"Definitely." Lian Shouxin nodded in agreement.

"Yes." Wu Lang also agreed.

Within these one or two years, handling Wu Lang’s marriage and Lian Manman’s wedding means a busy period for the family. However, the family welcomes the upcoming busy times with pleasure.

In the evening, after having dinner together, the family sat in Lady Zhang’s room for a while chatting idly before retiring to their respective rooms. Lian Manman and Xiao Qi were the first to leave, with Wu Lang staying behind to talk with Lian Shouxin and Lady Zhang for a bit longer before leaving.

When Lian Manman’s room was already dark for sleep, the light still shone in Lian Shouxin and Lady Zhang’s room. 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

The couple was already in bed, chatting quietly with the lights on.

"Manman’s dowry shouldn’t be thin, it has to be substantial. Wu Lang is right; our current situation owes much to Manman. Sixth Master is also an honorary benefactor to our family, so a generous dowry is rightful." Lian Shouxin said.

Evidently, Wu Lang had already discussed this matter with them.

"Absolutely." Lady Zhang replied, "Even without this, Manman’s dowry must be prepared thickly. Sixth Master is top-notch, beyond any critique. How Wu Lang and Xiao Qi will turn out in the future is uncertain, but our current standing is a notch below the Shen Family. If our daughter’s dowry is rich, she’ll enter her new home with confidence."