Before he died, my grandfather forced me to marry the richest man in the capital.

Fireworks burst forth rhythmically, one after another, like golden flowers just beginning to bloom in the night sky. They open one second and wither the next, their beauty fleeting, yet that beauty is etched deeply into our hearts.

Then, several fireworks lit up the sky, displaying the message: "May Guoguo be happy and joyful forever."

A simple blessing, recorded in the air in a second, vanishes in an instant.

The fireworks continued, with dazzling and colorful displays taking turns to vie for attention.

"This is beautiful, this is beautiful too, brother, did you buy this?" Han Guoguo was overjoyed, pointing to a firework in the sky with one hand.

Han Yue had already lit all the fireworks, clapped his hands, lit a cigarette, and stood at a distance without approaching his sister. "Your Su Yu bought these."

"Our Su Yu has good taste. Go ahead and smoke, it's fine. You can stand over there with my brother and smoke."

These words were spoken to Su Yu, who also had a strong smoking habit. It would be difficult to get him to quit completely all at once, as long as he didn't smoke in the room, it would be fine, since it's not good for the child.

After glancing at Guoguo's stomach, Su Yu decided to refuse, "I won't smoke."

Han's mother, wearing winter pajamas, urged, "It's almost time. It's quite cold. You and Su Yu should go home early."

This is Guoguo's first year back from abroad, but she can't spend the New Year at the Han family home. Her father is reluctant, but there's nothing he can do. He has to accept the fact that his daughter is married. He takes out a red envelope from his pocket and hands it to her, "Guoguo, here, this is a red envelope prepared by your mother and father. Please accept it."

There were four red envelopes in total. I secretly counted them in my mind: one was for my father, one for my mother, one for her, and one for Su Yu.

One less.

Han Guoguo handed the red envelope to Su Yu, who held her hand and said softly, "Keep it hidden."

Then Guoguo waved the red envelope in her hand, making a clear gesture, and reached out to her brother who was smoking alone in the distance, gesturing for a red envelope. She spread her hand out, palm up, and said, "Brother, Happy New Year, give me a red envelope."

Seeing this, Han Yue smiled, took a deep drag on his cigarette, and said, "It's in my drawer. Go get it yourself."

"Oh dear, I can't walk anymore, brother, can you help me carry this?" Han Guoguo, the drama queen, pretended to be very tired.

Han Yue was too embarrassed to watch the exaggerated acting. He stubbed out his cigarette, threw it on the ground, stomped on it, and walked straight into the living room and upstairs. Su Yu could sense that Han Yue actually doted on his younger sister, and Guo Guo also knew that Han Yue doted on her, which was why Guo Guo acted this way.

A moment later, Han Yue handed Guo Guo two cute red envelopes, saying, "Take these. It's your first year here, so you should at least give her a little something."

The red envelopes were custom-made, with cute animated emoticons on them. The two red envelopes had different covers, one saying "Get Rich Quick" and the other "Get Beautiful Quick." The font was the kind that was ruthless and extremely cool. Guoguo loved them and held them to study them.

Han Yue knows her too well.

"It's about time you left. Stop thinking you're all alone. At least take some responsibility for what's in your belly." These were Han Yue's words.

She then playfully blew a kiss to Han Yue, saying, "Okay, thank you, brother, love you."

Han Yue pretended not to see it, glanced at Han Guoguo with disdain, and waved his hand to signal Su Yu to take her away quickly. It was already very late, and she was pregnant. Didn't she have any sense of propriety?

The three of them did not leave after Su Yu and Guo Guo's car started moving. Instead, they stood in the yard in unison, their eyes fixed on the receding car, each with a complex expression on their face.

Han Yue was the first to leave. He casually carried a chair back to the living room and said to his parents, who were still standing blankly in the yard, "Go to sleep early. Guoguo and Su Yu will be spending the New Year at the Han family home next year."

Han's mother sighed, turned around and went briskly into the living room. Her son never lied. If he said that, it must have been discussed between Guoguo and Su Yu. Next year, it won't be just the two of them, but three.

Han's father's mood improved, and the gloom in his heart gradually dissipated. He picked up a chair and said, "Guoguo really said that. Su Yu is a sensible child."

Han's mother defended Su Yu, saying, "This child is quite sensible; you're the one who keeps nitpicking."

Han Yue didn't participate in the couple's theoretical debate, because there was only one outcome; he still needed to go upstairs to video chat with the young woman.

Upon entering the room, Han Yue closed the door, took out his phone from his pocket, and sent two red envelopes to Xi Xi, one containing 1314 yuan and the other 5200 yuan.

The fact that the red envelope was received instantly meant the girl was waiting for a call. Sure enough, a video call came in the next second. He swiped the screen and asked, "Xiao Xi, didn't you go out?"

On the other end of the camera, Lan Yunxi, wearing red pajamas, paused on one spot, turned her phone around in front of the screen, and then picked it up to ask, "Brother Yue, is it pretty?"

Having been together for so long, this was the first time Han Yue had ever seen the little girl in a red dress. She usually wore light colors. But the little girl had fair skin, so she looked good in anything. "It looks good. Did Auntie buy it for you?"

"How did you know? Mom bought them. Mom bought red ones for me and my brother, and Dad bought red ones for everyone. He said there are many good things happening this year, and we need red to match."

"Yue-ge, should I ask Mom to buy you a red pajama set too?"

Han Yue hurriedly refused, waving his hand. He found it hard to imagine himself wearing red pajamas and figured he wouldn't be able to sleep that night. "No need, Xiao Xi, I have plenty of pajamas. Sister Lu bought several for me and Guo Guo a few days ago. I'll buy more next time."

It was cold, so it was warmer to wear pajamas. Han Yue was also wearing dark blue pajamas, which made him look mature and composed.

The topic of Guoguo was steered away from the conversation, and Lan Yunxi stopped talking about buying red pajamas for Han Yue. "Okay, did Sister Guoguo go to the Su family for the New Year? Then it's just you, Auntie, and Uncle left in the villa, right?"

There are still four people left in the Lan family, while the Han family only has three left. This big house is a bit deserted. Lan Yunxi silently counts the number of people in her mind.

Sister, it's really lively at brother-in-law's place. We just finished a video call, and even your brother is at the Ji residence. There are so many people there.

In comparison, the Han family home does indeed appear much quieter.

Han Yue missed Lan Yunxi; it had been so long since they last met. He reached out and couldn't help but touch the little girl's lips on the screen as she opened and closed them. "Yeah, Guoguo just left."

Lan Yunxi rested her chin on her hand, blinked, her eyelashes fluttering, and said, "Leaving so late? Isn't Guoguo pregnant?"

If they hadn't urged her, Guoguo could have stayed a little longer. Actually, Han Yue knew what Guoguo was thinking. "Yeah, she lost track of time playing. Is Xiaoxi coming to the capital during winter break?"

He really missed her; if she didn't come, he would have to go to her himself.

"Come on over, I definitely have to come and wish you a Happy New Year! The exact time hasn't been decided yet, but I'll send you a message. Yue-ge, have you been missing me?"

Han Yue responded calmly, a smile playing on his lips. Indeed, those people were all in pairs. "Hmm."

"Okay, I got it. Go to sleep early, and remember to dream about me."

Okay, goodnight.

"Good night."

After hanging up the phone, Han Yue leaned back against the headboard and fell into deep thought. There was still at least a year left, which wasn't a long time.

at the same time.

Han Guoguo and Su Yu arrived at the Su family home. Su Xue and Lu Jinnan's family came out of the Su family villa, also holding red envelopes in their hands.

Seeing them return, Su Xue skipped over, her voice even different at the end, "Brother, you're back, hmm, you know what I mean."

Su Xue gestured to her brother with her eyes, signaling that it was time for him to make a move. Lu Jinnan also reached out, but Su Yu slapped his hand away with great force, causing Lu Jinnan to grimace in pain.

Lu Jinnan objected, "Brother, I'm the new son-in-law, I should at least give something in return. Fine, it's okay if you don't give anything, but you can't leave out your nephew and niece, give them double."

This includes Guoguo's share as well. Guoguo smiled and had reason to suspect that the couple had deliberately waited for them here.

The purpose was to rob them along the way.

Su Yu and Guo Guo had anticipated this on their way back. They went to a supermarket to buy red envelopes, exchanged them for cash, and stuffed them with the auspicious number 888, with the main message being "get rich all the way."

The couple each received one, but they gave them to each other separately. The reason was that the couple was very shrewd; if they only gave one, they would definitely be called stingy, so they simply gave them an extra one. Besides, it was for good luck, so they were willing to do it.

Sure enough, when Guoguo brought out two red envelopes, Lu Jinnan didn't care about the amount inside. New Year's red envelopes are all about good luck. He smiled and was very satisfied. "Yueyue, quickly thank your aunt."

"Thank you, Auntie."

Han Guoguo pinched Little Strawberry's cheek, and in a childish voice, replied, "Your new clothes are so pretty, all pink! Did Mommy buy them for you?"

"grandmother."

"Oh, Grandma bought these? They're so pretty! How about your aunt buys you a few more in a few days?"

"Okay." Having new clothes made Little Strawberry happy, and she kissed Han Guoguo on the cheek.

Su Yu couldn't help but pat his niece's head, "You're the smartest of them all, I wonder who you take after."

Su Xue, full of enthusiasm, raised her hand and said, "It's like me! This intelligence must come from me!"

Guoguo and Su Yu didn't respond to this, intending to ignore it, because they really couldn't respond. Su Yu urged, "It's a bit windy outside, you should take the child home quickly and make sure he's well covered up." As he spoke, he even helped Lu Jinnan adjust the swaddle blanket, showing his genuine concern.

Still worried, I reminded him again, "From now on, sleep here when it's so late, don't wander off." The child is exhausted from all this.

Actually, Su Xue was also reluctant to leave home for the first time during the Spring Festival. She wanted to go home and spend more time with her father and mother, but she had to go to the Lu family. Lu Jinnan was an only child, and once they left, only the Lu couple were left at home, which was very quiet and desolate.

Normally, Lu's mother treats Su Xue like her own daughter, even better than her own daughter. Su Xue can't bear to leave them alone, so she has to go back home no matter how late it is.

Fortunately, this family now has Guoguo and her brother, and her father and mother won't be lonely.

Su Xue was wearing a long white down jacket that reached her ankles, while Lu Jinnan was wearing a short orange down jacket and jeans.

He helped Su Xue sit in the back seat, then placed the child on Su Xue's lap. This usually unreliable man was quite attentive in this regard.

As he started the car and drove away, Lu Jinnan stretched his hand out the window and waved goodbye to them.

Only after Lu Jinnan and Su Xue left did Su Yu rub Guoguo's hands, asking, "Are you cold?"

"I'm not cold, it's alright. But you can still rub me a bit to warm me up. Lu Jinnan's clothes are too flashy. Ours are more comfortable. You in black, me in beige, a perfect match."

There was no way around it; Lu Jinnan just liked this flamboyant color. In his opinion, it was a symbol of youth and being young.