Chapter 42 - 041 The Xie Family Gather Together
——————-
At over five in the afternoon, in the front yard of the Xie Family
It was such a lively atmosphere that in no time, it was time for dinner; all the food and dishes were fully prepared, without any fuss as it was a casual meal.
By nearly six o’clock, dinner had already begun. Earlier, Eldest Son Xie was seen arriving with Fourth, Fifth carrying their respective wives, and the youngest, having met Xiao Yi, Xiao’er, and Xiao San halfway, both groups returned to the Xie Family Courtyard together.
At this time, the sky was already darkening, and the older gentlemen were all seated at the table. The young children didn’t shy away at all, occasionally walking from the kitchen to the main hall to grab some snacks like small peanut dishes, mingling with the adults’ jests, filling the room with joy.
Seeing so many family members at home and the lively scene, Xiao Yi, Xiao’er, and Xiao San didn’t notice the expressions on their elders’ faces and after putting down their school bags and washing their hands, quickly joined the youth fighting over food.
Eldest Son Xie’s demeanor appeared normal; he had returned home in the morning and was tasked by his mother to pick up his younger brothers and sisters. Managing to bring everyone back before nightfall, he felt he did his best. Moreover, feeling that he had a wife at home to help him, he didn’t slack off and was able to sit comfortably under his father’s gaze.
The youngest was a little aunt, innocent of the elders’ subtle complexities, simply snuggling by their mother, whining for food and drink.