Su Ruanruan went to visit the old Madam He.
Last time, she helped her at the Sun Family’s place; both morally and politely, she should visit.
Su Ruanruan drove to the He family’s residence.
The He Residence, in City B, holds a special status.
Green tiles, blue roofs.
Still waters run deep.
In the early years, it was a prince’s mansion.
The housekeeper personally greeted her, smiling, "The old lady has been waiting for Miss Su for quite some time."
She carefully sized up Su Ruanruan.
Finally, she commented, "Even more remarkable than the old lady described."
Su Ruanruan gave a light smile.
She handed the housewarming gifts to the housekeeper and followed her into the inner mansion.
Old Madam He was chatting with Old Master He.
She and Old Master He, a couple with a significant age difference, were very affectionate with each other.
As Su Ruanruan arrived, she welcomed her into the hall.
The old lady said upon seeing her, "Treat this place like your own home; don’t be a stranger."
Su Ruanruan did not decline.
She sat down with the old lady.
Old Madam He told her, "Mrs. Gu came by yesterday, and I discussed some matters with her."
Su Ruanruan was puzzled.
Old Madam He smiled, "Do you think I was just flattering you back in Jiangcheng?"
Su Ruanruan also held affection for her.
She did not engage in hollow pleasantries.
She simply said, "I will show filial respect to you and Old Master He."
The old lady took a sip of tea, saying imposingly, "Once you enter the He family, you’ll be on equal footing with Sun Jingan!"
She joked, "Jingyan will even look up to you."
Su Ruanruan also laughed.
The old lady shared her genuine thoughts, "It wasn’t just because you treated Old Master He’s illness that I took you as my daughter; it mainly was because I felt a bond. Your mother talks to me in a way that suits my temperament too!"
The old lady sighed again, "Jitang doesn’t come home often. In the future, your mother and sister-in-law should come over more often."
The old lady set a date with her.
That day was actually Su Ruanruan’s birthday.
The old lady said, "Let’s have a grand celebration on that day; I’ll have Jitang come back too!"
The two of them talked at length.
Su Ruanruan then visited Old Master He.
Old Master He was in good health, and the old lady was naturally focused on planning the banquet.
The invitations were sent out.
But they were somewhat disguising, mentioning only the adoption of a daughter.
The He family’s residence was festively decorated.
In City B, who among the prominent families didn’t know that Lady Li was adopting a daughter?
A grace-filled occasion.
Naturally, Su Ruanruan consulted with Mrs. Gu.
Mrs. Gu knew etiquette and was highly capable in these matters.
She gently stroked her daughter’s hand, "Rest assured about acknowledging relatives, you don’t need to worry about other things!"
She had inquired before; Old Madam He’s status was prestigious.
When acknowledging relatives, one must maintain dignity.
Mrs. Gu smiled, "Our Gu family also has some background; we won’t let you be looked down upon."
Su Ruanruan also had money.
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Mrs. Gu was also pleased; she said, "Later, I’ll talk to your brother and have him contribute too."
Su Ruanruan was about to speak.
He took off his coat and sat next to his wife.
His hand rested on her hand, softly asking, "What should I contribute to?"
While speaking, he also touched his wife’s swelling belly.
His words were inappropriate, and Chen An’an blushed.
Su Ruanruan pretended to drink tea.
Mrs. Gu scolded her son with a laugh, "Give An’an some dignity; she’s shy!"
He played with his wife’s palm.
Mrs. Gu explained the situation, and Gu Ze said, "We need to plan properly."
He didn’t particularly value this status.
But Gu Ze always cherished his sister.
If Ruanruan received support from the He family, she could have a say in the Sun Family in the future.
Thus, the He family’s acknowledgment of kinship.
Both families were busy.
Su Ruanruan, with Mrs. Gu organizing, also got to enjoy some peace.
She went to work as usual.
After a couple of days, Bao Jingyan brought his whole family over.
They moved into a new villa.
Everyone’s bedrooms were even better than those in Jiangcheng.