Chapter 165: A Happy Day 2

Yu Xiangnian rolled her eyes disdainfully and said, “Six-year-old ginseng is at its best quality. If you don’t know, don’t speak nonsense and embarrass yourself!”

“And stop bringing up Mom and Dad raising Cheng Jingmo all the time. We keep their kindness in our hearts. Even though Cheng Jingmo hasn’t been home all these years, he has been sending money home every month to fulfill his filial duties!”

Cheng Shuanchun’s face turned red and then white. She wanted to say something, but Cheng Shuanzhu quickly pulled her away.

“Shuanchun, we have so many guests today. Don’t cause trouble!”

Everyone’s attention was still on the rare items, fascinated by the novelty.

Third Great-Uncle returned the ginseng to Cheng Huazi and said with satisfaction, “Jianwa has put a lot of thought into this! He brought top-quality items for the family!”

Cheng Jingmo honestly said, “These items weren’t prepared by me. They were all arranged by my parents-in-law. They’re very busy with work and couldn’t come to visit, so they hope Mom and Dad don’t mind.”

He then looked at Cheng Huazi, who waved his hand, “Why would we mind? It’s thousands of kilometers away. We understand.”

This statement also gave Yu Xiangnian a significant boost in face.

She wasn’t coming empty-handed; everything she brought was of the best quality!

Someone asked, “Jianwa, what do your in-laws do?”

Cheng Jingmo replied, “My father-in-law is my superior, and my mother-in-law is a doctor at the military district hospital.”

Even without mentioning specific titles, everyone couldn’t help but express admiration.

They now looked at Yu Xiangnian with more respect and reverence.

No wonder she looked so dignified; she was the daughter of high-ranking officials.

The cook called out from the stove, “Jianwa, come and check how these dishes should be prepared!”

Cheng Jingmo took Yu Xiangnian’s hand and said, “Let’s go take a look.”

He led her away from the center of attention.

Cheng Jingmo wasn’t very good at cooking seafood, and Yu Xiangnian only knew the theory but not the practice.

Thus, Yu Xiangnian was in charge of giving instructions, while Cheng Jingmo and the two cooks handled the actual cooking.

Meanwhile, people were waiting to taste the seafood and chatting.

“Jianwa is really lucky, marrying a wife like a fairy and the daughter of high-ranking officials!”

“Didn’t Third Great-Uncle always say Jianwa had a prosperous destiny? The Cheng family relies on him!”

“Exactly, remember back then…”

An hour later, the seafood was finally ready.

Steamed fish, braised shrimp, and stir-fried squid were added to the table—dishes no one had ever tasted before.

Everyone’s chopsticks were constantly in motion, praising the delicious and fresh taste!

Within minutes, the three dishes were gone.

Cheng Jingmo thought everyone would leave after eating, but to his surprise, no one left. They insisted that he and Yu Xiangnian make a toast.

Wine cups were shoved into their hands!

The wine was homemade and very strong, its aroma noticeable just by holding the cup.

Cheng Jingmo and Yu Xiangnian exchanged a glance. Cheng Jingmo said to everyone, “My wife doesn’t drink, so she’ll toast with water instead.”

He knew he couldn’t avoid drinking today!

Cheng Jingmo and Yu Xiangnian first toasted Cheng Huazi. Cheng Jingmo said, “Dad, I always remember your kindness in raising me. I will repay you.”

Cheng Huazi, pleased with Cheng Jingmo’s attitude, nodded and said, “We’re family, so let’s not speak as if we’re not. Just live well together!”

Cheng Jingmo raised his second cup to Third Great-Uncle. With teary eyes, he said, “Third Great-Uncle, without you, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I will always remember your kindness.”

Third Great-Uncle nodded appreciatively. “It’s your destiny! You are like gold; you shouldn’t be buried in this soil.”

Yu Xiangnian could tell that Third Great-Uncle had done a lot for Cheng Jingmo. She planned to ask him about it later that night.

After toasting these two, Cheng Jingmo and Yu Xiangnian began to toast each table. Cheng Jingmo drank alcohol, while Yu Xiangnian drank plain water.

The cups weren’t large, but Cheng Jingmo’s tolerance for alcohol was low. After one round, he was already starting to wobble.

Knowing that Cheng Jingmo was now successful in the military and had married a well-connected wife, many guests wanted to establish a connection with him. They kept coming back to toast them again. After several more drinks, Cheng Jingmo’s consciousness began to fade. He stared at Yu Xiangnian, occasionally mumbling, “Wife… Nian Nian…”

Usually, Cheng Jingmo’s gaze was restrained and gentle, but now, his eyes were full of love and longing.

When Yu Xiangnian ignored him, he pouted and pitifully held her hand, “Wife…”

The guests watched with amused smiles. Yu Xiangnian felt both amused and embarrassed.

The once fierce wolfdog had become a big, spoiled puppy seeking attention.

At first, Cheng Jingmo would politely refuse more drinks, but soon he started mechanically downing each glass offered.

The banquet ended with Cheng Jingmo drunk and unconscious, carried back to his room by Cheng Shuanzhu.

Normally, banquets ended around four in the afternoon. Today’s lasted until past seven, marking it as the best feast the villagers had ever had.

After today, word spread through the village.

“Jianwa is lucky! His wife is as beautiful as a fairy and the daughter of a high-ranking official.”

It was nine in the evening by the time everything was done.

Yu Xiangnian returned to her room and saw Cheng Jingmo sprawled on the bed, feeling annoyed.

How could he get so drunk? She had so many questions to ask.

He was sound asleep, but she was restless with questions.

In her frustration, Yu Xiangnian sat on his waist and started undressing him, hoping to avoid getting bitten by fleas.

Xiao Jie walked in just as Cheng Jingmo was shirtless, and Yu Xiangnian was undoing his belt.

Xiao Jie stood in shock. “Auntie, what are you doing?”

Without turning her head, Yu Xiangnian replied, “Undressing your uncle for bed.”

After a moment of silence, Xiao Jie said, “Auntie, I’ve made arrangements to sleep with Cheng Shuanzhu starting tonight.”

Yu Xiangnian finally looked up at him, her lips curling into a smile. “Oh! Not bad. Making friends already!”

“I’m old enough not to sleep with you anymore.”

Yu Xiangnian nodded approvingly. “Alright, goodnight then.”

Xiao Jie hesitated, then said, “Auntie, don’t worry. I won’t tell Uncle!” Then he closed the door behind him.

Yu Xiangnian was puzzled for a moment, then understood Xiao Jie’s implication.

Did he think she was some creepy aunt spying on her husband?

Now it was her husband begging her to look!