Chapter 117: then translation of chapter title

The next day was Mid-Autumn Festival.

Xu Airu finished breakfast in the morning and then set off for the airport again.

The Xie family gathers for every holiday, celebrating together, so Xie Wenmo also rushed back.

The flight landed at nine today, and Xu Airu went to pick her up.

Tushan Jiu had taken out the seafood early in the morning.

Originally she had thought that before taking it to cook, she would first give the Xie family's elders and youngsters some psychological preparation.

But when those river and seafood items appeared before everyone, Old Master Xie was the first to step forward, curiously asking questions.

He reached out and poked the still-lively big river crab, saying, "Is this the food that ghost power turned into?"

Tushan Jiu was somewhat surprised, "How do you know?"

Old Master Xie picked one up, examined it carefully, and said, "As Shiyu said, you went to great trouble and even had people get it for us, thank you, little Jiu—this is a fine thing; Grandpa will definitely eat a few more later!"

Xie Jingting also stepped forward.

I thought he would be the one least able to accept it, since he is terrified of ghosts to death, and this thing inevitably has the word "ghost" in it.

But he said without any resentment, "Sister-in-law, I said your lollipop was fishy—I bought several batches and never found the same; turns out it's 'specially made.' I love eating pipi shrimp, but I don't know what the one-of-a-kind pipi shrimp in the world tastes like."

Xie Jingzhou: "Sister-in-law, I want two live ones for research, okay?"

Tushan Jiu generously said, "Sure, go catch them yourself."

To be honest, seeing each Xie family member's reaction, Tushan Jiu's heart really warmed.

Xie Shiyu really does resolve all her worries in advance.

Handling any possible family conflicts is also something to consider when marrying.

He seems to have exceeded expectations again.

Tushan Jiu once again thanked her grandfather in her heart.

Who says an arranged childhood engagement isn't the right person? She and Xie Shiyu are quite compatible.

Just as she was thinking of her grandfather, Old Master Xie actually proposed something Tushan Jiu never dared imagine.

Old Master Xie said, "Little Jiu, couldn't you light incense and summon your grandfather? Today is Mid-Autumn Festival; why not call him up so we two can have a drink?"

Tushan Jiu: "?!!!"

Xie Jingzhou and Xie Jingting also stared at Old Master Xie: Is Grandpa's acceptance ability too good?

From ancient times unheard of, unseen—yin and yang separated in-laws still able to sit together drinking and celebrating!

Actually, Old Master Xie saying this, Tushan Jiu knows he is thinking that today, Mid-Autumn Festival, a reunion holiday, she could also stay with family and chat.

But the yin-yang order—her grandfather and others have passed away, they are beings of another world; moreover, the heavy yin qi of the netherworld is unsuitable for long stays with ordinary people.

Tushan Jiu shook her head: "Thank you, Grandpa, I understand your kindness, but I won't summon my grandfather—ultimately yin and yang are separated, it would affect you."

Upon hearing that, Old Master Xie did not insist further, only able to regretfully let it go.

But he also didn't forget to summon Steward Wu, telling him to bring over his few bottles of cherished liquor, and instructed Tushan Jiu later to burn some for his grandfather.

Though we can't drink together, we should let him taste the flavor.

Tushan Jiu didn't correct his use of "burn," smiling and saying, "Then I'll thank you for the wine on behalf of my grandfather—he'll surely be delighted upon receiving it; he likes this sort."

"Hahaha, I like that too—from now on, whenever I find good wine I'll leave a share for your grandfather; good in-laws should interact more!" Old Master Xie laughed heartily.

Tushan Jiu's lip corners also never stayed flat.

When Xie Shiyu came downstairs, seeing her lips curved, he looked very pleased.

He walked over, put his arm around Tushan Jiu's shoulders, and asked softly, "What are you laughing at? You're so happy."

Tushan Jiu glanced at Old Master Xie; they were still looking at the river and seafood.

She turned her head and quickly planted a kiss on Xie Shiyu's face, saying, "Thank you, Xie Shiyu, as a reward."

Xie Shiyu felt the fleeting touch, his gaze dimming slightly.

He chuckled lightly, then lowered his head to her ear and whispered, "Didn't I say rewards aren't given like this? Let's try again later."

Tushan Jiu was happy, also "generous": "Okay, no problem at all!"

Xie Shiyu laughed out loud, pinching her earlobe.

Not long after, Xu Airu and Xie Wenmo also returned.

Xie Wenmo came back bearing gifts for everyone.

For Tushan Jiu he brought a handcrafted custom-made bag, small in size, able to be slung across the back.

He knew Tushan Jiu had a bracelet that could hold things, but sometimes when out she still needed to conceal a bit.

So he thought of this gift.

That bag comes in several colors and styles for customization; he even specially called Xie Shiyu to ask about Tushan Jiu's preferences.

After settling on the color, he also asked Xu Airu's opinion—what style would appeal to them as girls.

Don't ask whether the two generations would have differing tastes.

Because in his mind, his wife will forever be a young girl.

Tushan Jiu also liked it; after thanking Xie Wenmo, she took it upstairs and placed it in the glass compartment of the wardrobe.

Previously, during Mid-Autumn, she had only her grandfather to get by with; she never imagined that in less than two months with the Xie family she would reap so much genuine feeling.

They treat her sincerely, and she naturally repays in kind.

Later I'll ask Xie Shiyu about their tastes; another day I'll go to the office, turn all the netherworld rewards into food, and keep them to nourish them!

Once she passes the civil-service exam in the future, these things will never be lacking!

The reunion dinner was set for evening, but at noon they also prepared lots of delicacies.

The men of the Xie family all went into the kitchen, each making one of their special dishes.

No matter how it tastes, this is the Xie family's tradition—one must know how to cook!

Because after shedding their glamour, family is ultimately what matters most.

A man from the Gu family, no matter how bad, won't be too bad.

And Tushan Jiu was pulled by Xu Airu to try making snow‑skin mooncakes.

The whole family was bustling in the kitchen, the atmosphere warm beyond words.

Old Master Xie still fantasized that, once Xie Shiyu and Tushan Jiu had children, and Xie Jingzhou and Xie Jingting also got married, the house would surely be even livelier.

As soon as that idea came up, his old man's smile grew richer.

But as soon as he turned back, he saw Xie Jingzhou still studying the hairy crab, and his smile faded a bit.

Maybe we shouldn't count this second grandson of his for now.

As long as he doesn't bring home a robot granddaughter‑in‑law, he can accept it.

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PS: dear readers, today I'm only releasing one chapter because I'm taking a day off; I really have something come up that I can't get away from. The platform gives authors a day off each month as an opportunity to request leave—I'm using it today. I'll resume normal updates tomorrow. Love you all. Wish all you little treasures a happy May Day holiday. (Jiujiu has eaten hairy crab for the holiday; you also should eat something delicious for the holiday; take good care of yourself.) See you tomorrow!