Chapter 31 - 16: The Calculations of the Aunt and Uncle
"Second Aunt..." Sang Wan was caught between a laugh and not wanting to laugh, her face stiff as she hesitated. It wouldn't be appropriate to forcefully shake free of her grip like Shi Fengju did earlier, so she allowed herself to be led into the room.
Sang Wan glanced towards Shi Fengju, her eyes full of pleading and bitter smiles. Shi Fengju, with great foresight, had managed to evade Sang Pingliang's affection. Their gazes met, and the corners of his lips curled up, almost wanting to laugh, as he imperceptibly nodded towards her.
"Please, please, have a seat, have a seat!" Sang Pingliang and his wife eagerly welcomed Shi Fengju and Sang Wan into the room, chattering with laughter but completely ignoring Sang Hong. Fortunately, Sang Hong was used to their behavior and quietly followed behind.
"Brother-in-law and Sister Wan, please have some tea!" As everyone took their seats, Sang Yan shyly approached with a tray holding two cups of tea.
Upon seeing this, Liu Ya quickly took half a step forward, took the tea cups, and presented them to Shi Fengju and Sang Wan.
Sang Wan's eyes swept over the scene and noticed that her older brother was sitting on a small stool in the corner, leaning against the wall. She couldn't help but feel furious. Her second uncle and aunt could do whatever they wanted, but how could they treat her, Sang Wan, like this!
"Take it to Uncle, I'm not thirsty. Hurry up and invite Uncle to come and sit!" Sang Wan said softly, glancing at Liu Ya.
"Yes, Madam!" Liu Ya crisply acknowledged and turned to walk towards Sang Hong.
Sang Pingliang and Mrs. Li exchanged glances, only then remembering that Sang Hong was there as well!
"How could you be so careless? How could you forget about your cousin? Hurry up and pour some tea for him!" Sang Pingliang glared at his daughter before turning to Sang Hong with a smile, "Come, come, nephew, sit over here! We're all familiar with each other, no need to let your second uncle take care of you! Come, come!"
"No need, no need!" Sang Hong hurriedly stood up, waving his hands frantically. Hearing Sang Pingliang's friendly yet accusatory remarks, Sang Hong felt a bit guilty, as if he had genuinely acted too distant and hurt his dear second uncle's feelings!