Reborn as a Superpower Girl in the 80s
Chapter 291: Family Recognition Banquet, Discovering Clues

Chapter 291: Chapter 291: Family Recognition Banquet, Discovering Clues

Aisiss of course heard the commotion outside while she was in the kitchen, and she couldn’t help thinking to herself that having lived here for so long, why she hadn’t had such luck.

In her heart, she felt that the Yuan Family still looked down on her and her mother. Now seeing Song Huizhen and Tiong Shulan coming in, her previous enthusiasm was gone, and she merely greeted them politely before busying herself with her own tasks again.

Tiong Shulan was still too delighted to notice, but Song Huizhen did, and her disdain for Sister Chen’s daughter grew stronger in her heart, thinking that the girl was too sly and calculating.

Yuan Jianing took Luo Qiao for a stroll around the courtyard, introducing her as her younger sister to everyone they encountered, piquing the curiosity of the people who had seen Luo Qiao display her skills before, and some even proactively greeted them.

By noon, the Yuan household became lively. The guests who were invited only then realized that the celebration was for the Yuan Family recognizing a granddaughter. They nodded and accepted with hearty laughter when asked to act as witnesses.

Yuan Jiaming had also picked up the Old Couple Yang. They were supposed to come over that afternoon as Luo Qiao had called the day before and they were preparing at home when Yuan Jiaming arrived. Only then did they learn that Yuan’s second Wife wanted to acknowledge Luo Qiao as her goddaughter.

As they entered, Luo Qiao was just coming downstairs with Yuan Jianing. After a brief moment of surprise, she smiled and approached them.

Old Master Yuan also came over and said, "Brother Yang, Sister-in-law, please come and sit."

After everyone was seated and exchanged a few pleasantries with the people in the courtyard, introductions were made, and Luo Qiao and Jianing sat with the group, enjoying a delightful conversation.

When the official ceremony started, Luo Qiao received several large red envelopes. Tiong Shulan also gave Luo Qiao a jade pendant carved from fine Hetian Jade.

Tiong Shulan had already prepared a meeting gift, and just now had Luo Weihan prepare two large red envelopes as well. Fortunately, they had their room here, and many things were stored on this side.

Luo Qiao felt it was all right to accept the red envelopes, but the jade pendant felt too hot to handle. However, Tiong Shulan insisted on giving it to her, and Old Master Yuan chimed in, "Accept it, this is their goodwill."

So, Luo Qiao expressed her thanks and only then accepted the gift. Everyone happily feasted at the recognition banquet and by that afternoon, everyone in the courtyard knew that Uncle Yuan’s second Wife had recognized a goddaughter.

After lunch, when the few old men in the courtyard had left, Auntie Chen took Aisiss to clean up in the kitchen.

Only then did the Old Couple Yang begin to inquire about Luo Qiao’s situation. From an unknown motive, Song Huizhen chose to sit opposite the kitchen door, enabling her to see every move inside the kitchen.

Luo Qiao recounted her story in detail, including the incident that had happened at school.

Having listened, Master Yuan said, "Well done, if we are righteous, we need not fear a crooked shadow. In the future, if you have any unresolvable issues, just call us directly. As long as we are in the right, rest assured we will not let you be wronged."

Old Master Yang also expressed his reassurance: "It will be better once you’re in university. Then we can meet more often. Hearing what you’ve said, we feel at ease now."

Song Huizhen noticed that Aisiss was always clinging to the kitchen door to eavesdrop on the conversation outside, irritation flashing through her eyes. Her actions and expressions were caught by Yuan Weizhou.

Yuan Weizhou, under the pretext of using the bathroom, sat next to Song Huizhen and asked, "What’s the matter?"

Song Huizhen then whispered everything to Yuan Weizhou, who also looked towards the kitchen nonchalantly several times and saw that Aisiss had cracked the kitchen door open a bit.

But she was pulled back by Auntie Chen, who then closed the door, causing Yuan Weizhou’s expression to grow serious.

Families like theirs cannot afford any lapses, as a moment of inattention can allow others to take advantage, and having someone in the family with an outside interest would be like a ticking time bomb.

Having lived through that extraordinary period, they had cultivated a habit of being cautious in all matters.

The conversation went on until after four in the afternoon. Since no one had rested after lunch, when the Old Couple Yang wanted to leave, Luo Qiao said she would accompany them to properly send them home and also familiarize herself with their place.

The Yuan Family knew she had to take the night train back to Ji City and had classes the next day. Although reluctant to see her go, they understood the priority. Tiong Shulan, a bit unwilling, had her son prepare some items for Luo Qiao to take with her.

She reminded her to call back if anything came up and even wrote down both her and her husband’s work phone numbers, including her son Yuan Jiawei’s number as well.

She also made plans with Luo Qiao to visit again during the New Year’s holiday before finally letting her go.

Yuan Jiayi drove the Old Couple Yang and Luo Qiao to their destination. Once there, he spoke up, "Luo Qiao, let your Fourth Brother accompany you inside. Afterwards, I’ll send you back to the Luo Family before leaving."

Luo Qiao smiled and said, "Fourth Brother, didn’t Jia Ning say you had plans with friends today?"

Yuan Jiayi replied, "After I drop you off at the Luo Family, it won’t be too late to meet up with them."