With Aunt’s interruption, the atmosphere in the main hall wasn’t as pleasant. Father Qi felt a bit embarrassed and annoyed. The guests were the in-laws, and the things his aunt said were harsh to the ears; naturally, he felt ashamed.
"In-law, don’t mind her. Ever since something happened at her place, and after she had a stroke, she’s been a bit unclear in her actions. Please don’t take it to heart!" Father Qi said.
Father Cheng laughed heartily, "It’s all right, it’s all right, we’re family, it’s nothing." After a pause, he added, "But this drink today has quite a kick. It’s getting to my head; I should head home and lie down for a while. Age is catching up, can’t help it!"
"Leaving already? Stay for dinner; there’s plenty of food left. Let’s have another drink or two," Father Qi suggested.
"No, we’ll go. We live close; we can drink and chat anytime. I can come over, or you can visit me," Father Cheng said. "You should also take a rest."
"Well, all right then!" Father Qi stood up.
"Dad, you go rest. I’ll see my parents out!" Cheng Su said.
"Ah, sure, sure. So, in-law, today I take the liberty!" Father Qi saw them out to the main hall’s door.
Father Cheng exchanged a few polite words.
Cheng Su accompanied her parents out of the courtyard and said, "Dad, Mom, I’ll come home tomorrow for the festival, and then we can talk about Cheng Zhi’s matter properly!"
If he doesn’t study, what does he want to do!
"Alright, no rush, there’s much more to do in your in-laws’ place. Finish up there and then come back," Father Cheng said.
Mother Cheng pulled her aside, looked around to make sure no one else was near, and then whispered, "That Aunt of Taiguo’s, she’s like a thorn. You’re the daughter-in-law and a junior, try not to argue with her. Otherwise, she’ll say you’re unfilial or tell tales to your mother-in-law, making it even harder for you to get along with her. They’re real sisters, you know!"


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