In the reception room, an elderly man was sitting on a chair, sipping tea and gazing at the decorations.

At that moment, the door was pushed open. Xiao Tian entered, and immediately recognized the old man.

"Mr. Zhong??"

Seeing the elderly man, Xiao Tian’s face lit up with joy, and he hurriedly ran a few steps to his side. Clearly, he was very familiar with this man.

"Young master, since you left last time, it’s been over a year, hasn’t it?"

Mr. Zhong smiled kindly at Xiao Tian and patted his shoulder, a hint of longing in his voice.

Mr. Zhong was not actually part of the Zhong Family. He was an orphan brought back by Xiao Tian’s great-grandfather many years ago, nameless and without a surname. He was later named "Zhong Yi."

Having grown up, Mr. Zhong loyally served the Zhong Family. Now over fifty, he is the head steward, beloved by all family members. Even Zhong Aiguo addresses him respectfully as Mr. Zhong.

Mr. Zhong watched Xiao Tian grow up since he was a child, taking care of him during his early years, which forged a close relationship between the two.

Hurriedly, Xiao Tian picked up the teapot next to him and filled Mr. Zhong’s cup, stepping aside and saying, "Mr. Zhong, why are you here?"

"You’ve been away for so long, young master. Aren’t you planning to go home and have a look?"

"Yes, I was just about to go back." Xiao Tian replied.

According to Xiao Tian’s plan, he was supposed to return home in the next few days to take a look.

"Hmm." Mr. Zhong nodded, "There’s a grand feast at home tonight, and the family wants you to return as soon as possible. That’s the Patriarch’s wish too, even though he doesn’t say it, he misses you deeply."

At this point, Mr. Zhong couldn’t help but sigh, a touch of melancholy in his voice, "When you lost contact a while back, the family was in turmoil. Your mother fell seriously ill..."

"What?"

Upon hearing that Xiao Nianqing was seriously ill, Xiao Tian’s expression changed abruptly. He became extremely anxious and asked worriedly, "How’s my mom? Is she alright?"

During Xiao Tian’s childhood, the family struggles forced Xiao Nianqing to hide and escape with Xiao Tian, creating a deep bond between mother and son. Xiao Nianqing has always been a major concern in Xiao Tian’s mind.

"Fortunately," Mr. Zhong said, "after knowing you were safe, along with some treatment, she’s almost recovered."

"That’s good, please tell my parents that I’ll definitely go back tonight."

Having delivered the message, as a steward of a large family, Mr. Zhong’s time was limited, so he left immediately.

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In the afternoon, as the sun set, everything around was bathed in gold, with beautiful red clouds gracing the sky.

Meanwhile, Lin Bingxuan was in her room, changing into several outfits, unable to make up her mind.

Because she heard that Xiao Tian was planning to take her home this time.

Isn’t this the legendary meeting of the family? Lin Bingxuan suddenly became nervous.

Lin Bingxuan began thinking like a typical woman, because once she met the family, the next step would be marriage! At this thought, Lin Bingxuan’s face blushed beautifully, and she felt a bit excited inside.

She was thirty years old, well past the age for marriage proposals! Therefore, to make a good impression on the mother-in-law, Lin Bingxuan kept changing outfits, even though she was naturally beautiful and had a perfect figure, she still felt dissatisfied.

After another half hour of hesitation, Lin Bingxuan finally wore a white dress chosen by Xiao Tian.

Sitting in the car, Lin Bingxuan continuously checked herself with a small mirror, "Do you see anything wrong with me?"

Xiao Tian turned around, furrowing his brow, "Oh no."

Seeing this, Lin Bingxuan was startled, anxiously looking herself over and hurriedly asked, "What’s wrong? Did something rip? Or is my makeup smudged??"

"Hehe." Xiao Tian chuckled mischievously, "Nothing’s wrong!"

"You! You’re so mean!" Unbelievably, Xiao Tian was teasing her, and Lin Bingxuan was so annoyed she punched him a few times.

The driver, glancing at Lin Bingxuan’s delicate demeanor through the rearview mirror, noticed her simple makeup highlighting her clear beauty, a natural elegance not comparable to mass-produced celebrities.

The driver was full of admiration, secretly sighing. It seems indeed that a beauty pairs with a hero!

Dozens of minutes later, the car drove into a restricted internal passage where outsiders were not allowed. Every few meters, there was a guard post, with tall red walls concealing everything inside, enveloping it all in mystery.

Lin Bingxuan stared at all this in amazement, utterly shocked inside.

Though she had been with Xiao Tian for quite a while, she knew very little about his true identity, only that he had an extraordinary background.

Finally, the car stopped before a magnificent gate. Two stone lions at the entrance appeared to be roaring, and the prominent "Zhong" character on top was especially noticeable.

Normally fearless, Lin Bingxuan felt a bit nervous arriving at Xiao Tian’s family home, standing hesitantly at the entrance.

Xiao Tian smiled gently, holding Lin Bingxuan’s hand, he strode directly into the courtyard.

"Young master!"

Xiao Tian’s feats had spread throughout Huaxia, becoming a legend in the Huaxia Army. Seeing Xiao Tian return, numerous servants rushed up, respectfully greeting him.

Xiao Tian nodded with a smile, leading Lin Bingxuan directly to the main hall of the Zhong Family. Like a shy wife, Lin Bingxuan hung her head as Xiao Tian led her, her face slightly flushed.

At that moment, the Zhong Family’s main hall was decked with lanterns, the table adorned with fine wines and pastries, and the entire room filled with elegant music from a band specially invited from abroad.

Today was undoubtedly a day worth celebrating for the Zhong Family. Xiao Tian’s repeated extraordinary achievements and miraculous survival brought great prestige to the Zhong Family!

While the family enjoyed a moment of harmony, Zhong Aiguo kept glancing at his phone, wondering why Xiao Tian hadn’t returned yet.

Just then, everyone sensed a commotion outside the courtyard. Zhong Aiguo turned to look back.

He saw that familiar silhouette push open the door amidst the crowd and directly announced,

"I’m back!"

Upon hearing this, the room fell into immediate silence. Watching Xiao Tian walk straight into the hall under everyone’s gaze, step by step toward the center of the crowd, Zhong Aiguo’s face brimmed with a smile.

The most emotional reaction came from Xiao Nianqing, who was standing to the side. Seeing her long-awaited son finally before her, Xiao Nianqing’s eyes reddened, and she rushed over.

"Xiao... Xiao Tian!" Xiao Nianqing’s eyes reddened, grasping Xiao Tian’s hand, stroking his hair, her gaze filled with motherly love.