After returning, Lin Wan and Lijuan started preparing the meal for the gathering, while Han Yi made some calls whenever he had free time from morning till afternoon.

He invited them over for dinner at his place in the evening.

When a few familiar friends heard that You Pei was dating someone, they were incredibly surprised. When they found out it was Han Yi’s half-sister, they were even more shocked. Who would have thought that after all the twists and turns, they would become a couple?

When You Pei arrived, Liao Ye jokingly teased him for a while. Actually, they had only mentioned this casually last night, without knowing much about it. Now, being teased by a few people, it seemed like there was really something going on.

"I say, you should have come to your senses earlier. Look how great things are now. You guys are practically family now. You better treat Lijuan well in the future." Cousin and her husband came over today as well. Watching You Pei wanting to date Hu Lijuan, they chuckled and said.

Nearby were Gu Lin’s family, Minister Shen’s family with Sister-in-law Jiang, and Liao Ye’s couple. Originally, Mei Lang Jun and the Tao Family could have come over, but the two had driven back to the Capital City yesterday. It’s their first year of marriage, and since the old man passed away in the first year, they needed to go back and light incense. Mei Shuping considered asking Han Yi to come back, but Han Yi was unwilling to return. However, Mei Shuping didn’t pressure him; he just told them to come back for a few days with the kids if they had time.

Han Yi nodded in agreement and hung up.

.... The house suddenly had so many people, if it weren’t for the large enough living room, even just the kids couldn’t fit.

They all got along well. Whenever they could gather, they’d meet either at this house or that house, chatting and eating together. They couldn’t keep away from each other anyway.

But they really hadn’t been to Brother Junzi’s place. After he married Sister Tao Jia, they got an apartment, bought some furniture, home appliances, and moved in. They didn’t even have a wedding.

Over the years, the various families tried introducing partners to You Pei, especially Liao Ye’s wife and Sister-in-law Jiang.

But nothing ever worked out. Now that You Pei had this idea, they were happy.

But Han Yi had some opinions on this matter. During dinner, Han Yi kept urging You Pei to drink, not sure what was said, but You Pei kept making promises.

After dinner, a few people kept pushing for Lijuan to see You Pei off, creating opportunities for the two. You Pei drank a bit, so he couldn’t drive, but Hu Lijuan could.

Seeing this, Lin Wan quickly handed the movie tickets bought in the morning to You Pei, saying she was originally going to see it with Han Yi, but worried that Dingding would misbehave at the cinema, and with the tickets about to expire, it would be perfect to give them to them.

Hu Lijuan thought it was truly because she didn’t have time, but she couldn’t hide it from You Pei; everyone knew what was up. She didn’t make excuses and graciously accepted them, even thanking Lin Wan gratefully.

"Ah, these two are quite nice. I see You Pei is quite keen." After the two left, Liao Ye said with a chuckle, slapping his thigh.

"He said he’s let go of the past and wants to find the right person now. Yesterday was truly thanks to Aunt Yun, otherwise who would have thought of them together?" Lin Wan said with a smile.

"Indeed, it’s unexpected. But your sister looks really nice, so competent! She’s beautiful and has a good job." Sister-in-law Jiang kept praising Hu Lijuan.

Though it’s her first time meeting her, going up and down these past two days, she’s somewhat familiar. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

"Xiao Wan, Han Yi’s sister is a lawyer, right? If they do end up together, she might have to go to the Capital City. As a lawyer, she can certainly open her own firm." Gu Lin, who has a better understanding of this field, said.

"That’s far off; they only just met yesterday." Shen Xin laughed, speaking to Gu Lin, thinking they were a bit too anxious.

Lin Wan also thought it was too early; after all, they had just started interacting. She’s happy about it, but if they ultimately don’t see eye to eye, there won’t be any pressure.

This matter mainly relies on the couple’s destiny.

......

On the twenty-eighth and twenty-ninth of the month, until the thirtieth morning, You Pei drove to pick up Lijuan in the morning and dropped her off in the evening. They constantly went on dates, watched movies, strolled through malls, and met familiar friends.

After a few days, the two became closer and dared to hold hands without hesitation.

After Aunt Yun shared this with the You Family in the Capital City, everyone wanted to meet Hu Lijuan. Aunt Yun praised Hu Lijuan over the phone to the You Family, describing her as a lawyer, beautiful, well-read, and capable of managing a household. Plus, she had good family background; her parents were public servants, and her brother was You Pei’s colleague with a strong bond, while her younger brother was doing business in Shanghai with trendy high-tech products, even saying that future computers at home wouldn’t need to be bought.

These words were heard by Lin Wan from Mom’s side. Lin Wan always thought someone with Aunt Yun’s educational background wouldn’t be like those middle-aged women, discussing family affairs day and night. She thought she’d be more elegant, indifferent to worldly matters.

Regardless, the You Family wanted to meet Hu Lijuan, and upon hearing the good things said about Lijuan’s future partner, the parents in S City and Uncle Hu wanted to meet her too.

Their parents were eager for them to meet, so the two decided to first visit S City. After meeting Lijuan’s parents, she would follow him to the Capital City to meet his parents. If both families had no objections, then the families could sit together to discuss the children’s marriage arrangements.