Yan Jiecheng's Leisurely Life in Siheyuan

Chapter 94 Meeting (Part 1)

Since it's the first day my father-in-law and his wife are here, the meal should definitely be plentiful.

On his way back, Yan Jiecheng made a point of buying a lot of good food and wine.

After returning home, Yan Jie went to the kitchen and started cooking.

The mother-in-law couldn't bear to let Yan Jiecheng cook, and insisted on doing it herself.

However, Yan Jiecheng did not allow it, after all, the elderly couple had traveled all day and deserved a good rest.

Yan Jiecheng timed it perfectly, and just as all the dishes were cooked, Fu Linlin returned home.

After the family sat down, Yan Jiecheng first filled the wine glass in front of his father-in-law and said.

"Dad, you've had a long journey. Let me toast you."

The father-in-law happily drank the toast offered by his son-in-law, Yan Jiecheng.

After a few rounds of drinks, the father-in-law inquired about Yan Jiecheng's recent situation.

Yan Jiecheng did not hide anything and immediately told everyone that he had been suspended from his job and was staying at home.

To prevent his parents from worrying, Yan Jiecheng also told them that he would be able to go back to work at the end of the month.

After listening to Yan Jiecheng's account, his father-in-law spoke earnestly.

“Jiecheng, you must have your own reasons for climbing to this position at such a young age. I don’t understand them, but you have a family to support now, so you should consider your family in everything you do.”

"Don't worry, Dad. You know your son-in-law well enough. He's always been a reliable person. Otherwise, you wouldn't have let Linlin marry me, would you?"

The father-in-law and son-in-law chatted and drank together, creating a very pleasant atmosphere.

At this moment, the mother-in-law, who was feeding Xixi, interrupted the two and said.

“Jiecheng, now that we’re in Beijing, it wouldn’t be right if we didn’t meet with your parents. You need to arrange this as soon as possible.”

That's true. No matter what the relationship is between me and my parents, it's only natural that I should meet them as their in-laws.

Yan Jiecheng nodded and agreed.

"Mom, why don't we not cook at home this day off? I'll invite them and we can go to that restaurant at the end of the alley together. That way we can save ourselves the trouble."

Upon hearing that they were going to a restaurant, the mother-in-law hesitated for a moment before speaking.

"Go to a restaurant? Restaurants are never as comfortable as eating at home, and besides, how much would that cost?"

Before Yan Jiecheng could speak, his father-in-law frowned and said.

"Alright, your skills aren't good enough for a proper meal. Let's listen to Jie Cheng."

With the father-in-law's final decision, the mother-in-law had no choice but to nod in agreement.

The next day, Yan Jiecheng, along with his father-in-law and mother-in-law, thoroughly explored the area around Nanluoguxiang.

After they finished their stroll and the sun had set, Yan Jiecheng took the elderly couple home and then went to his parents' house in the courtyard.

When Yan Jiecheng told his father-in-law and mother-in-law that they wanted to formally meet his parents,

Yan's mother immediately started muttering to herself.

"Hmph, we didn't even meet before the wedding, what's the point of seeing each other now?"

"Jiecheng, are his parents here just to visit, or do they plan to stay here permanently?"

"By the way, Jiecheng, you've been suspended from work for so long, when are you going back to work?"

Although it was only Yan's mother asking the question, judging from the expression on Yan's father's face, he was clearly also looking forward to Yan Jiecheng's answer.

Judging from the situation, if Yan Jiecheng didn't answer, he would obviously not be able to achieve his goal today, so he had no choice but to speak.

“Linlin and I are both working, and Xixi needs someone to take care of her. I went to great lengths to invite Linlin’s parents to come and help, so they won’t be going back for the time being.” “As for when I will start work? I haven’t decided yet, and even if I do, I won’t tell you.”

"You two can't keep your mouths shut. If I tell you something, it won't be long before the whole courtyard knows. You'd better keep quiet."

At this point, Yan Jiecheng pointed to Jiefang beside him, and the two Jie brothers said.

"The day after tomorrow afternoon, at the state-run restaurant at the entrance of the alley, Jiefang, Jiekuang, and Jiedi will all go together."

At this point, Yan Jiecheng specifically looked at the two brothers and gave them instructions.

"You two better watch yourselves then, don't act like you haven't eaten meat in eight hundred years, you hear me?"

Upon hearing that they could also come along, the two brothers' eyes lit up, and they immediately nodded in agreement.

Seeing this, Yan Jiecheng then looked at Yan's parents and said.

"Dad, Mom, is there anything else you want to say? Any questions you want to ask? Let's say it now, so we don't cause any more trouble later?"

Yan's parents were already used to Yan Jiecheng's attitude.

Upon hearing Yan Jiecheng's words, Yan's father quickly gave Yan's mother a meaningful look.

After receiving the signal, Yan's mother immediately spoke again in perfect unison.

"Jiecheng, why go to a restaurant? Our in-laws are coming over, so we'll eat at our house. You buy the food and drinks, and Mom will cook. Do you think we'll embarrass you?"

Yan Jiecheng knew his mother very well.

He just needs to do what his mother says.

If a third of the food and drinks are served, that would be considered a great favor from Yan's mother to her eldest son.

Yan Jiecheng couldn't help but roll his eyes and said.

"Dad, Mom, please don't think about the food and drinks. Let's just go to a restaurant. That way, I can save myself some trouble."

After Yan Jiecheng finished speaking, he ignored the ugly expressions on his parents' faces and got up to leave.

At this moment, Jie Di tugged at Yan Jiecheng's clothes and said coquettishly.

"Brother, I haven't seen my niece for several days. Can you take me back with you?"

Yan Jiecheng was very fond of this younger sister. Upon hearing this, he patted Jie Di's head and said with a doting expression.

"Why are you being so formal with your older brother? You can go to his house whenever you want."

"Perfect timing! My brother bought a roast goose while shopping today. It's a rare treat, not something you see every day. Let's go to your house and have a taste."

When Jie Di heard that there would be roast goose to eat, her little face lit up with excitement. She held onto Yan Jiecheng's clothes even tighter, as if afraid that Yan Jiecheng would leave her behind.

Upon hearing this, Jiefang and Jie Kuang, who were standing to the side, immediately spoke up excitedly.

"Big brother, we haven't seen Xixi for several days either. Why don't we go with her?"

Looking at the expressions on the two brothers' faces, Yan Jiecheng refused without hesitation.

"No way, you two should just stay home and not hang around in front of me. It gives me a headache."

To be fair, Yan Jiecheng was really good to the two brothers at first.

Even though he was far away in Miyun, he would always remind his childhood friend Qian Jin to give the two brothers some pocket money every month.

Even so, these two brothers still went astray.

How could Yan Jiecheng not be angry? And why would he want to have anything to do with the two of them anymore?
After Yan Jiecheng finished speaking, he took Jie Di's small hand and walked towards the door.

The two brothers were smart enough not to bother Yan Jiecheng any further after seeing the look of disgust on his face.

(End of this chapter)