Si Fu took a deep breath and revealed a loving smile. "You're welcome." No one had it worse than him, giving red envelopes to his foster daughter was one thing, but having to give them to two unfamiliar children as well! But it should be almost over now.

However, he heard Si Nian say, "Dad, just give me Yoyo's. She's too young to hold onto the money; she might drop it. I'll hold onto it for her, and she'll thank you when she's older."

"Oh, by the way, these are my real younger brothers, Xiaofeng and Xiaoyu," she pointed out, introducing the envious Lin Feng and Lin Yu.

Lin Feng and Lin Yu were surprised. "We have them too?"

Si Fu was speechless. "Uh, Stone, come over here."

Stone was shocked. "I have them too?"

Si Fu stammered, "I have something to do."

With that, he quickly led his wife and daughter away from the gate of Si's house. If they stayed any longer, he really wouldn't be able to come up with a single cent.

Si Nian caught up with them with a smile. "Mom, Dad, come over often in the future to play. The kids really like you."

Si Fu stumbled and almost tripped. Everyone was satisfied and turned their gaze away, giving the Si family a rating: "Although the people aren't great, they're quite generous with money."

Si Fu felt like his body had been emptied. When everyone had dispersed, Si Nian finally couldn't help but laugh.

Fu Qianqian narrowed her eyes and said angrily, "You're using me."

Si Nian replied, "You're just realizing that now?"

Fu Qianqian: "..."

Even though it felt satisfying to see the Si family embarrassed, why did she feel so unhappy at the moment? Fu Qianqian glared at Si Nian hatefully. "Hmph! I won't hold it against you today since you're getting married. I bought you some things, but of course, it was my parents who told me to buy them, not because I wanted to. They said you gave me all the cooking duties, which was pitiful, and it's inconvenient to buy clothes in the countryside. So they asked me to buy you two sets of new clothes and some skincare products, all sent from Hong Kong. Hmph! Consider yourself lucky."

Si Nian knew that Fu Qianqian was typical of those who were harsh on the outside but soft-hearted inside. The relationship between the Fu family and her was just average; there was no way they would be willing to spend so much money on her. This woman was someone who, if you were kind to her by three points, she would demand ten points in return, yet she wouldn't admit it.

Well, she didn't want to feel embarrassed either. "Yes, yes, I'm lucky. Thank you for sending so many things over from so far away."

"It's not like I wanted to send them. It was all my parents."

"Yes, yes, thank you. Please thank Uncle and Aunt for me."

Fu Qianqian snorted again. "Let's go eat. The second round should start soon," Si Nian reminded.

Fu Qianqian, who was busy eating, immediately straightened up and felt a bit embarrassed. Yu Dong stood up, "Let's go, I'll take you."

Si Nian glanced at him and said, "Thank you for your hospitality."

Yu Dong grinned, showing his big white teeth. "No, it's not a bother at all."

Fu Qianqian was naturally an easygoing person. After a few drinks, she started chatting with everyone at the table. They learned some things about Si Nian's past from her, and when they heard that she was the top student at the Military District compound, everyone was amazed and began to like Si Nian more and more. Such an outstanding girl, marrying into their village without any disdain, and even managing the Zhou family so well, where else could they find such a good girl?

Fu Qianqian got drunk and was assisted by Yu Dong to rest. She kept clamoring to go home, saying if she didn't, her father would break her legs. So Yu Dong borrowed Zhou Yueshen's motorcycle, saying he would take her back.

Si Nian knew that the Fu family was strict, and they wouldn't let their daughter stay out overnight. Yu Dong was also easy-going and familiar with the city, so she asked him to help with sending her back.

The lively banquet lasted until late at night. When the sky darkened, everyone except the drinkers and some kitchen helpers had gone home. With many guests today, the ground was dirty with candy wrappers and melon seed shells everywhere. The tables were also messy. Si Nian had already prepared herself mentally for this chaos, especially with so many kids around. However, she was relatively relaxed today, as she had been resting all along.

It turned out she had become the most sober one now. Just as she went out to get a broom, she saw Zhou Zedong, his back slightly bent, sweeping the floor. It was dark, and he was quiet, almost invisible. It was late, and all the other kids were already asleep, yet he was still sweeping. Tomorrow he had school.

Si Nian felt a mixture of emotions, somewhat bitter. Zhou Zedong seemed to notice her gaze and stopped, looking up at her. Seeing Si Nian staring at him, he immediately stood up straight, nervous.

"Mom, do you need something?"

Shaking her head, Si Nian approached. "Let me do it, you should go to bed. You have school tomorrow."

He was busy all day. Zhou Zedong shook his head quickly. "I'm not tired. I'll do it. You, you go rest."

With that, he turned away and sped up his sweeping. Si Nian sighed.

Zhou Yueshen returned to the room reeking of alcohol, and Si Nian could smell the strong scent as soon as she came out of the bathroom after washing up. She was met with the man's dark eyes, his expression calm, not like someone who was drunk. Yet his gaze was intense, as if it had hooks in it. Her eyelids twitched, and she tied the straps of her pajamas into a bow at her chest. She had just changed into her pajamas, her makeup still on. Today, for the wedding, she had applied red lipstick, making her lips vibrant and enticing. Her petite nose was slightly upturned, and her eyelashes curled, fluttering as she blinked. The silk pajamas clung lightly to her skin, accentuating her fair neck. She still wore the pure white pearl necklace around her neck, its pearls pressing against her skin. Her hair was loosely coiled, somewhat messy yet elegant, exuding a delicate allure amidst the chaos.

Zhou Yueshen silently watched her for a few seconds. Si Nian tied the bow, meeting his gaze. Pausing, she asked, "Do you want some sobering soup?" She had seen upstairs how this man single-handedly outdrank several tables of people.

Zhou Yueshen shook his head. Rubbing his temples with his fingertips, he showed signs of weariness. Seeing her raise her hand to remove the pearl flower from her head, he gently helped her take it off, massaging her tense scalp. His hand then moved to the back of her head, pressing against her neck as he lowered his head to kiss her neck. His hair was short and coarse, pricking against her tender neck, both painful and ticklish.

"Si Nian." His name paused him, and he only lifted his lips from her neck after a gentle suckle, looking at her. "What's wrong?"

Si Nian stared at him. "Shower," she said.

Zhou Yueshen's voice was deep. "Okay." He kissed her neck again before looking at the marks left behind and straightening up.