Rebirth: She is Ready for a Counterattack!-Chapter 346 - 345: Sis, You Have to Be Happy!

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The next morning was Gu Xiaoying’s day to return home.

Gu Xiaoqing drove the car, bringing Gu Xiaojie along to pick up Gu Xiaoying and Liu Ming, as it was customary for the younger brother to bring them back.

However, since Gu Xiaojie was young and couldn’t drive, Gu Xiaoqing stepped in.

Gu Xiaoqing was even quieter, having not slept well the previous night.

There were faint dark circles under her eyes, and her head ached intermittently; she knew it was discomfort resulting from overthinking.

She wondered if Fang Shaonan might have lost control and confronted Fang Shaohan after returning home; if these two brothers really ended up fighting because of her, Gu Xiaoqing would feel guilty.

This wasn’t what she had wanted.

But now was not the time for her to overthink; her sister’s return banquet was still waiting for everyone, the whole family was waiting.

Seeing Gu Xiaoying and Liu Ming, Gu Xiaoqing finally felt a lot better, smiling.

Gu Xiaoying clearly looked like a blissful and shy newlywed bride in her red dress, red shoes, instantly recognizable as a bride.

Beside her, Liu Ming was dressed in a suit, looking spirited and frequently grinning foolishly at Gu Xiaoying, impulsively wrapping his arm around her waist; such unconscious intimacy suggested their harmonious wedding night.

Upon meeting his little brother-in-law, Liu Ming promptly took out red envelopes, one for each.

Especially for Gu Xiaoqing, who was eyeing them intently like a hawk.

"Sister, brother-in-law, hurry and get in the car. We’re going home."

Liu Ming was amused by the term "brother-in-law," feeling fortunate for his foresight; this sister-in-law was not one to offend.

Returning to Gu Ruhai’s villa, a roomful of people were waiting.

As soon as Liu Ming and Gu Xiaoying entered, Li Xuemei eagerly pulled them over to meet the family.

Uncles Li Weimin and Li Weiqiang, along with grandma and grandpa, and the younger cousin Li Jianhui were all smiling warmly at Gu Xiaoying and Liu Ming.

Gu Xiaoying and Liu Ming greeted and paid respects to each person, receiving one red envelope after another.

Only then did everyone sit down to chat about ordinary matters.

Today, since the villagers had all left, only close relatives remained for the return visit; consequently, Gu Ruhai and Li Xuemei didn’t plan to dine out, opting instead for a meal at home, where the family could sit down together properly.

Liu Ming needed time to familiarize himself with the family, especially with the Li Family, and this sitting down to chat was the opportunity to strengthen relationships.

Gu Xiaoqing accompanied Li Xuemei to the kitchen.

The cheerful atmosphere at home made Gu Xiaoqing feel suffocated.

She kept her head down, tidying up the vegetables, fish, and other ingredients.

As a mother, Li Xuemei sensitively noticed Gu Xiaoqing’s unhappiness.

Picking and washing greens, Li Xuemei tentatively asked, "Xiaoqing, what’s wrong? Why do you look unhappy about your sister’s wedding?"

Being familiar with her own child, Li Xuemei knew Gu Xiaoqing typically seemed carefree but was actually a child with a lot on her mind.

"Mom, you’re overthinking. How could I be unhappy about my sister’s wedding? I’m really happy that my sister found her happiness and someone who will take good care of her in the future. I just slept poorly last night, it’s a bit out of habit, so I’m tired, and it’s got nothing to do with you all." Gu Xiaoqing arranged the cooked meat artfully on the plate.

Li Xuemei said nothing further; her child had grown up and developed personal thoughts, leaving her, as the mother, the last to know her child’s inner feelings.

However, Gu Xiaoqing was a reliable child, so Li Xuemei didn’t think much of it.

The meal quickly took shape, a table full of dishes; Gu Xiaoqing’s culinary skills were undoubtedly excellent, producing dishes that were visually appealing, aromatic, and delicious, given she hadn’t showcased her skills in a while.

Everyone sat down at the table.

Each person had their cup filled with either liquor or drinks; the liquor was for the men, and the drinks for the women.

After a round of toasts and blessings, it was Gu Xiaoqing’s turn.

Liu Ming and Gu Xiaoying came forward with their glasses to Gu Xiaoqing.

Gu Xiaoqing picked up an empty glass, intentionally pouring herself a full cup of liquor, clinking glasses with Liu Ming.

"Brother-in-law, my sister is a good person, a good woman, kind, hardworking, and beautiful. I hope you can take good care of her in the future and not let her down. If I ever find out you mistreat my sister or bully her, I won’t let you get away with it."

Gu Xiaoqing gazed upon Liu Ming, warning her brother-in-law; Liu Ming was undoubtedly a good man, but Gu Xiaoqing feared a repeat of past experiences, urgently needing to caution him.

Liu Ming smiled awkwardly, saying, "Sister-in-law, rest assured, I am one hundred percent good to your sister. In our household, your sister calls the shots; if I ever treat her poorly, you won’t need to step in, I’ll deal with myself."

With sincere words of assurance, Liu Ming held Gu Xiaoying’s hand, promising Gu Xiaoqing.

Gu Xiaoqing drank a cup of liquor in one go.

"Alright, sister, you must be happy. Have a nephew soon so mom and dad can enjoy the joy of a third generation." Patting Gu Xiaoying on the shoulder, Gu Xiaoqing joked with a smile.

Gu Xiaoying’s face turned red instantly, scolding Gu Xiaoqing with a glare, snatching the liquor from her hand, "You girl, why are you copying others and drinking liquor? You know your drinking capacity, getting drunk means causing a scene, yet you still drink."

Gu Xiaoqing laughed, pouring herself another glass, leaning on Liu Ming’s shoulder, saying, "Liu Ming, brother-in-law, welcome to our Gu Family. For your happy life together, isn’t this glass from your sister-in-law worth having?"

Without a word, Liu Ming drank it.

His sister-in-law said it that way; whether it meant facing a mountain of blades or a sea of flames, Liu Ming could only drink up.

Gu Xiaoqing also drank it in one go.

Onto the third glass.

Gu Xiaoying wanted to stop her but was pushed away by Gu Xiaoqing, "Sister, brother-in-law, wishing you a long happy marriage, longevity, and a house full of children and grandchildren."

With a tilt of her head, she drank the third glass of liquor.

Liu Ming could only brave it and drink down his glass as well.

Seeing Gu Xiaoqing’s condition, Li Xuemei realized the signs of drunkenness were showing, fearing her daughter might embarrass herself here, she quickly went over and supported Gu Xiaoqing, saying, "Alright, go toast others, I’ll take Xiaoqing back to the room to rest for a bit. Don’t worry about her, she’s doing this out of happiness for you."

Gu Xiaoying felt a bit concerned but there were so many people waiting for them, she couldn’t just leave.

She could only allow Li Xuemei to help Gu Xiaoqing back.