Chapter 2287

Inside the Ruyi Space, time flowed differently. One day outside equaled a month within. During this period, the Azure Sovereign Qingdi had taught Zhu Yanyi many things. If not for the tradition of returning to her natal home on the third day after the wedding, she would have stayed in the space for several more months.

However, she could continue her studies after returning from her visit.

According to the customs of Four Towns, the return visit usually happened on the second day, with the full moon celebration on the third. That was for urgent cases. Since Zhu Yanyi and Yan Aohan had chosen a traditional wedding, they did not rush. They kept the third-day return visit and scheduled the full moon celebration for one month later.

Naturally, one must bring gifts for the return visit. Yan Aohan had prepared these long ago.

At 9:30 AM, the auspicious time for the return visit, Zhu Yanyi and Yan Aohan arrived at the Zhu family home. Zhu Yanli and others were already waiting. The Xie family and the Qi family were also present, waiting to leave only after Zhu Yanyi’s return.

The return banquet was held at Yan Aohan’s hotel, and they were driven there directly.

"Actually, we plan to return to Four Towns by the end of the year. Grandpa and Grandma could come with us," Zhu Yanyi said.

Xie Zhong looked at Zhu Yanyi. "It is only September. There are nearly three months until the New Year. I am not used to living in the capital every day."

Qi Qiao’er also spoke up. "We should go back. Besides, everyone here is busy. If we stay, you will worry about us."

"Is the banquet in Four Towns also around the New Year?" Qi Jizong asked.

Zhu Shun’yo nodded. "We have discussed it. We chose the sixth day of the first lunar month. We will return a month early, in the twelfth lunar month, to prepare. We need to write invitations. Even though it is not the main day, it will be busy for several days."

"Will Ani come back too?" Xie Chengyu asked.

"Yes, she will," Zhu Yanyi nodded. "Unless there are special circumstances, I plan to return together. If there are special patients, we will handle them separately."

Zhu Yanyi did not hide her thoughts. This was her original plan. If nothing happened, she would return in the twelfth lunar month.

"I really want to go back with Sister Ani," Xie Guiyun said. The children had started school. Although it was primary school, they could not take long leaves. They had taken two weeks off for Zhu Yanyi’s wedding and would need to make up lessons upon return.

"It is fine. I will return soon," Zhu Yanyi said, patting Xie Guiyun’s head.

"In my opinion, Uncle and Aunt taking the cousins back is enough. Grandpa, Grandma, and the older uncles and aunts should stay. We can all return together later," Yan Aohan said with a smile.

"Yes," Zhu Xinfu agreed. "Shun’yo’s wife and I plan to live in Four Towns. We can travel together. We are old companions. It is better to have someone to talk to."

"Exactly. Parents, Uncle, Aunt, you rarely come to the capital. We will only stay for two more months before going back. If you stay, you can keep my parents-in-law company," Xie Xinlian urged Xie Zhong and the others. "Let A-Jing and the others go back. You have little to do at home. At most, it is Tianyun and Guiyun. With Uncle Cheng and his wife there, there is no need to worry. Besides, Tianyun and Guiyun are in school now. Uncle Cheng and his wife are there in the evenings."

Xie Zhong pondered. His daughter’s words made sense. He was tempted.

"How about staying for two more months and then going back?" Qi Qiao’er suggested, also tempted.

Xie Zhong looked at Qi Jizong. He had no problem staying, but what about Qi Jizong?

"Uncle can just call A-Di and the others. You are not disappearing. You are just guests in the capital," Zhu Shun’yo said. "Staying with your niece for a while is not a big deal. We are family. Why be so particular?"

Qi Jizong thought for a moment. "That works. To be honest, I have never been to the capital since retiring. I can take a good look around here."

"Then it is decided. I will go back and tidy up the rooms," Xie Xinlian said.

"It is decided," Xie Zhong agreed readily.

"I say, the in-laws should live with us. We old bones can talk. We cannot talk to the young people," Zhu Xinfu said with a smile.

Xie Zhong’s eyes lit up. "The in-law is right. How about we stay at the in-laws’ place?"

"Sure," Zhu Xinfu laughed immediately. "The in-laws and the brother-in-law’s family can come over. We have three rooms. We old couple only use one. With your two families, the rooms will be full. It will be lively for us."

"Agreed," Xie Zhong said with a smile.

"Shouldn’t they stay at our house?" Zhu Shun’yo asked slowly.

"Go away. You are just a child. Stop making noise," Zhu Xinfu said with disdain.

"Dad, I am over fifty. I am at the age of knowing destiny. How can I be a child?" Zhu Shun’yo protested unhappily.

"In my heart, you are always a child," Zhu Xinfu declared domineeringly.

Well, in the hearts of the older generation, everyone present was probably a child. As long as the elders were happy, being called children was fine.

Zhu Shun’yo felt a bit helpless but did not mind.

Zhu Yanyi just held Yan Aohan’s hand, watching the scene with a smile, as if she were not the main character of the return banquet.

Cheng Baokun sighed nearby. "Actually, if I were not still working, I would want to stay."

"It will be soon. You can retire in a few years," Zhu Shun’yo said, pouring a glass of wine for Cheng Baokun.

"Brother Cheng Chen, I have a girlfriend. Do you not have one?" Zhu Zhibin pulled Cheng Chen to talk. "Look, my second sister is married and has a little Northwest. You are still a single soldier. Be careful not to become unsold goods."

Cheng Chen was not angry. He smiled and replied, "You do not know. This is called being a single noble."

"Noble your head," Chen Ailian threw a chicken bone at him. "Your brother is married now. I am relieved. From now on, I will watch you. I will arrange blind dates for you."