Old Harden, can you handle having your vision-shifting abilities on all the time?

Xu Xing and Chen Xinyi were seated at the main table, with their second and third uncles and several other senior elders from the village.

During the meal, members of the Xu family kept coming over with wine cups to offer toasts.

"Brother Xu Xing, let me toast you! If you ever need any help in the future, just let me know!"

"Uncle Xu Xing, you are truly the pride of our Xu family! You can drink as much as you like!"

"Xiao Xing, I had a misunderstanding with you before. I'm using this drink to apologize!"

Xu Xing accepted all the drinks offered, one cup after another.

He had an unusually high alcohol tolerance today; he drank several glasses of baijiu without changing color, leaving those who originally wanted to get him drunk speechless.

However, after round after round of toasts, his eyes began to glaze over.

Chen Xinyi sat next to him, looking at his slightly tipsy appearance, and couldn't help but chuckle softly, "If you can't handle it, don't force yourself. I'll drink a few for you?"

"Need not."

Xu Xing waved his hand, picked up his wine glass and clinked it against that of a distant cousin, "I'm happy today, it's okay to have a few more drinks."

Seeing that he insisted, Chen Xinyi stopped trying to dissuade him and simply put a few bites of food on his plate to fill his stomach.

After several rounds of drinks and several dishes, the atmosphere became increasingly lively.

Someone started singing Qinqiang opera. Although their singing wasn't very good, their bold and unrestrained spirit infected everyone present.

People started playing finger-guessing games, and shouts rose and fell, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere.

The banquet lasted until late at night.

Xu Xing was half-drunk and his steps were unsteady.

Chen Xinyi helped him, and led by several familiar relatives, they arrived at Xu Xing's old house in the village.

The old house is a two-story building built by Xu Xing's parents when they were alive. Although Xu Xing settled down in Jingyang County after his parents passed away, he would still come back to this house for a few days every year during the Spring Festival.

So although it's a bit old, it's still quite clean.

Several relatives helped tidy up the bedroom, laid out clean sheets and blankets, and boiled a kettle of water before saying goodbye and leaving.

Xu Xing sat on the edge of the bed and rubbed his temples, feeling a bit dizzy.

Chen Xinyi came over with a glass of warm water and handed it to him: "Drink some water to sober up."

Xu Xing took the water glass, took a sip, then looked up at her, his eyes filled with a hint of drunkenness and tenderness: "Xinyi, thank you for coming back with me today."

Chen Xinyi sat down next to him and leaned on his shoulder: "Don't say thank you, I'm happy to."

Xu Xing reached out and put his arm around her waist, pulling her into his embrace.

The two leaned against each other quietly, listening to the chirping of insects outside the window, enjoying this rare tranquility.

"If your parents were still alive, they would be so happy to see how successful you are now."

Chen Xinyi suddenly said softly.

Xu Xing was silent for a moment, then gave a soft "hmm".

They will see.

He said.

The next morning, sunlight streamed through the windows of the old house, casting warm shadows on the mottled walls.

When Xu Xing woke up, he still felt a slight headache.

He rubbed his temples, glanced at Chen Xinyi who was still fast asleep beside him, and a slight smile appeared on his lips.

Although I was half-drunk last night, I still managed to get everything done.

He quietly got up, washed up, and then went to the yard for some fresh air.

The air in Xujia Village is exceptionally fresh in the early morning.

The distant fields were shrouded in a thin layer of morning mist, while glistening dewdrops clung to the nearby trees.

A few sparrows chirped under the eaves, adding a touch of life to the peaceful morning.

Xu Xing stood in the courtyard, took a deep breath, and felt much more refreshed.

After a while, Chen Xinyi also woke up.

She was wearing a loose T-shirt, her hair was a little messy, and she had a lazy, sleepy look on her face.

"morning."

She walked over to Xu Xing and leaned on his shoulder.

"morning."

Xu Xing put his arm around her waist. "Are you hungry? I'll go get you something to eat."

"Hmm, I'm a little hungry."

Xu Xing turned around and went to his second uncle's house to get some noodles and eggs, and simply cooked two bowls of clear soup noodles.

The two sat on small stools in the yard, each slurping down a bowl of noodles.

After breakfast, Xu Xing took Chen Xinyi to say goodbye to her second and third uncles.

The two elderly people stood at the gate of the courtyard, holding Xu Xing's hand and giving him a long speech.

Xu Xing agreed to each of them.

Just before getting into the car, his second uncle called him back and said in a low voice, "Xiao Xing, if that ingrate dares to cause trouble again, call your uncle anytime."

Although the Xu family wasn't a prominent clan, and most of its members were commoners, they still had plenty of ways to deal with him and ensure he wouldn't dare to cause trouble again.

Xu Xing nodded: "Second Uncle, I'll remember that."

He opened the car door, got into the driver's seat, and Chen Xinyi also got in the car.

The car slowly drove out of Xujia Village and headed towards Chang'an along the road it had come from.

In the rearview mirror, the figures of the second and third uncles grew smaller and smaller until they finally disappeared around the corner at the village entrance.

Xu Xing turned his attention back to driving.

Chen Xinyi leaned back in the passenger seat, turned her head to look at him, and smiled, "How was it? Does it feel different this time you went back?"

Xu Xing thought for a moment and nodded: "It is indeed different now."

"I spent two million to gain the respect of the entire Xu family and regain the face I had lost. I think it was worth it."

Chen Xinyi smiled: "You've finally gotten rid of a mental block. Don't you feel much more relaxed now?"

Xu Xing thought about it seriously for a moment, then nodded: "It is indeed much easier. People have to have some dignity in this world."

I really lost face because of Xu Yanle, but I've gotten it all back now.

He paused, then joked, "So, you're in a great mood and full of energy right now, which is perfect for having a baby, don't you think?"

Chen Xinyi was stunned for a moment, then reacted, her cheeks flushing slightly. She spat out, "Who's afraid of who! I'll take it!"

She paused, then added, "As for Lin Wan... let's make it a fait accompli first. She wouldn't lay a hand on a pregnant woman like me, would she?"

Xu Xing smiled but didn't reply. He simply stepped on the gas, and the car sped away on the highway.

It was not yet noon when they returned to Chang'an.

Instead of taking Chen Xinyi home, Xu Xing drove directly to the InterContinental Hotel where they had stayed before and booked an executive suite.

As soon as the two stepped out of the elevator and swiped their cards to enter, Xu Xing picked Chen Xinyi up in his arms.

"you……"

Chen Xinyi was startled and quickly hugged his neck, "What are you doing!"

What do you think?

Xu Xing lowered his head and kissed her on the lips, then carried her and strode towards the bedroom.

Chen Xinyi pouted, but her body honestly leaned against him, letting him place her on the soft bed.

The two shadows intertwined and merged into one in the light and shadow.

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