Chapter 171: Chapter 171

The matters that happened earlier with the big family, the broken relationship can’t be repaired in this lifetime.

But thinking about Tian Chuying’s behavior in the past two years, and how He Cuifen’s character changed from a villain to a minor role.

Tian Xiang: "Let Dad go over and say something."

Hu Honglian nodded, "We can invite them, but I’m afraid those people might get carried away and take advantage of you and Cheng’an in the future."

It’s really hard for Tian Xiang to say anything about this because labels can change.

Tian Xiang: "Let’s take it one step at a time."

If something like that happens, just deal with it harshly, after all, I’m the heroine now.

In the evening, Tian Weibing sent an invitation to the neighbors and returned with two strips of cured fish, saying Tian Shuyang asked someone to bring it back for them to try.

Hu Honglian took a look and found that the fish was well marinated.

Next door, the couple of the big family looked at the invitation in their hands excitedly.

It’s been two years, and there’s finally a slight thaw in the relationship.

He Cuifen asked her husband, "For such a big event, we definitely need to give something. What should we buy?"

Tian Weijun: "Try to get an industrial coupon and buy something big."

After all, it’s the Meng Family. If we’re adding to the bridal dowry, we need to provide something good, or it won’t be enough.

As Tian Weijun spoke, he went to see his younger son Tian Shuyi.

It’s winter break now, and both his son and daughter are home for vacation.

Tian Shuyi nodded, having no objections.

After all, the chance to go to college was essentially given by the other family, and now it’s only right to give something big when the cousin is getting married.

But industrial coupons are hard to come by.

Having received approval, Tian Weijun was pleased and went to ask for his daughter’s opinion.

Tian Chuying: "No need. Just send a quilt, a set of bed sheets and covers, and two pillows. Typically, between relatives like us, we reciprocate what others give, and there’s no need to send something valuable that invites overthinking."

"What’s there to overthink?" He Cuifen was a bit confused, "Sending valuable gifts just shows we value this kinship relationship!"

Tian Chuying looked at her naive mother, "Mom, do you think a mere invitation can make past events disappear? Once something is gone, it’s gone, and trying to regain it is harder than reaching the sky.

Second Uncle came over today just to avoid being asked by those around him, drawing attention and not wanting to be distracted by these things on a joyous day. Your overly good gift will be too obvious, making Second Aunt wonder if there’s anything our family needs help with from their side, creating an awkward situation.

When others see it, they can’t help but speculate if our two families have restored our relationship. If asked in front of Second Aunt, she won’t be happy. You all know how much Second Aunt dotes on Sister Xiangxiang, and the past events between the two families are a thorn in her heart, forever unremovable.

So, don’t think of sending a big gift to further repair the relationship between the two families; it will only make them resist."

Listening to their daughter’s detailed analysis, the couple fell silent, realizing it made a lot of sense.

He Cuifen: "Then what should we do now? Just send bedsheets and a quilt, and it’ll be fine?"

Tian Chuying nodded, "Instead of deliberately sending a big gift, it’s better to help more in everyday life, slowly making amends."

The big family members were silent.

After a while, Tian Weijun sighed, "Let’s listen to Chuying, choose the best quilt and sheets."

On the 29th, Tian Haiyun’s family returned from the county.

They took the morning bus and arrived by noon.

The family had a reunion meal.

In the afternoon, Tian Xiang went to the post office to call Meng Cheng’an about the wedding.

Everything on all sides was almost ready. Tian Xiang had gone to see the Military and Political Institute’s house a few days ago, and the old man had it cleaned, so they just needed to decorate it when they returned.

The first wedding banquet would be held here, and after Tian Xiang returned home, they would go to Beijing to host the banquet there, where they would need to stay a few days.

The couple’s wedding was set for the eighth day of the new year, and the Meng Family had already planned to return in the morning of the sixth day.

After hanging up the phone, Tian Xiang returned home and informed her family of the situation.

Hu Honglian nodded, acknowledging.

The next day marked the year’s end.

This year, Tian Xiang once again spent it in front of the TV, meeting Zhuang Ermei and Chen Yong on the second day, and staying home for the following days, only visiting her grandmother’s place to connect with relatives.

On the morning of the sixth day, Tian Xiang was awakened early by Hu Honglian.

Today, the Meng Family members were arriving, and they might come over, so she had to quickly clean up, even though their house was small and old, it had to be neat and tidy for a good impression.

Tian Xiang checked the time; it was just past six.

Their flight wasn’t until after ten, so there was no rush.

Yawning, Tian Xiang got out of bed, grabbed her toothbrush and cup, and headed outside to wash up, only to see Meng Cheng’an stepping through the yard gate.

Wasn’t it supposed to be a ten o’clock flight? Was she hallucinating!

Tian Xiang chuckled, ignored him, and went to wash up.

But soon she felt something was off and turned her head to see Meng Cheng’an already in front of her, holding two bags of luggage.

Tian Xiang widened her eyes, "Why so early? Wasn’t it a ten o’clock flight?"

She glanced at the gate but saw no one else, so she asked, "Did you come back alone first?"

Meng Cheng’an: "Yes."

Tian Xiang: "What train did you take?"

She didn’t recall any train arriving around that time!

Meng Cheng’an: "There’s a new one added this year, leaves after ten at night, and arrives after five in the morning, with increased speed."

Tian Xiang asked with concern, "Why didn’t you take the plane with Grandpa and them? Did you even sleep last night?"

He must have missed her so much to come early.

Meng Cheng’an: "I got a sleeper berth and slept."

At this point, Hu Honglian and Tian Weibing came out too.

They were startled to see Meng Cheng’an.

Wasn’t it supposed to be after ten; how come he arrived early?

Upon learning that Meng Cheng’an came alone, the couple discreetly sighed in relief.

It seemed the son-in-law was too eager, missing their daughter a lot.

Hu Honglian took Meng Cheng’an’s bag, welcomed him inside, and quickly went to make dumplings and prepare a hot meal for him.

After breakfast, Tian Xiang initially wanted to send Meng Cheng’an back to the Military and Political Institute to rest, but he refused to leave, insisting on staying.

"Once Grandpa and the others arrive, they’ll come over for a visit first, so I’ll wait here and leave with them."

Tian Xiang: "Aren’t you tired?"

This guy couldn’t sleep on the train at all.

Meng Cheng’an’s gaze was firm, "I’m not tired."

Tian Xiang: "Let me tell you, on the wedding day, you can’t show up with two dark circles; you need to look your best to bring me face."

Meng Cheng’an: "Don’t worry."

He’s the most handsome groom even with dark circles.

Tian Xiang puckered her lips.