Zhang Yuxi waited nervously. Soon, a taxi stopped at the hotel entrance. The door opened, and Zhao Lizhen and the others stepped out of the car.

Upon seeing her mother, Zhang Yuxi's eyes reddened and tears instantly streamed down her face. From a few meters away, Zhao Lizhen saw her daughter, dressed in a white evening gown, carrying an elegant and aloof demeanor.

"Mom!"

"Yuxi!"

Zhao Lizhen walked over and took a close look at her daughter. She noticed her daughter's complexion was rosy and she seemed a bit chubbier. Zhao Lizhen finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Not bad, you look very good..." As soon as she finished speaking, Zhao Lizhen's tears fell like rain, but her face was filled with a joyous smile.

Zhang Fuyong stood behind Zhao Lizhen, looking somewhat awkward as he saw his daughter. He didn't know how to face her. At that moment, Zhang Yuxi was the first to speak.

"Dad, you've come!"

Hearing the word "Dad," Zhang Fuyong let go of all his pretenses. His eyes reddened slightly as he nodded. "Yes, I'm here!"

He had also glanced at his daughter, noticing that she had gained weight and seemed to be doing very well. With that realization, all the guilt and unease from the last two years dissipated.

Zhang Yuxi turned to greet An Lan's parents. "Uncle, Auntie, welcome!"

An Lan's mother walked over and teased Zhao Lizhen with a smile. "Alright, stop crying. You're like a little girl, and today is a happy occasion."

Zhao Lizhen snorted defensively. "These are tears of joy."

An Lan's mother laughed and kept nodding. "Yes, yes. As long as you're happy, that's what matters."

They entered the hotel lobby, where an extremely eye-catching poster of quadruplets was displayed. It read in large letters: "Tuan Tuan, Yuan Yuan, Ping Ping, An An, Happy Six-Month Birthday!"

On the poster, the quadruplets looked utterly adorable. Their sweet smiles instantly captured everyone's hearts.

Before Zhao Lizhen and the others could even react, An Lan's mother had already rushed to the poster, exclaiming with envy, "Wow, these babies are just too adorable! I'd love to have grandchildren like these..."

An Lan's mother's expression was one of profound envy. After all, her best friend had become a grandmother, while her own daughter didn't even have a boyfriend yet. The thought was infuriating.

"These babies are so cute," she continued. "Their parents must be very good-looking. Genetics are important, after all."

Hearing this, Zhang Yuxi smiled. They don't know yet that the quadruplets on the poster are actually my babies.

Zhang Yuxi led the group toward the banquet hall. As soon as they entered, they were greeted by a scene straight out of a fairy tale. The entire hall was decorated with countless flowers and colorful ribbons, creating a fairytale world filled with romantic and warm colors. In the center stood a giant cake topped with a huge, sparkling red gem, surrounded by a circular arch made of pink roses.

"The decorations are beautiful!" Zhao Lizhen couldn't help but praise, then she asked Zhang Yuxi, "Where are my son-in-law and grandchildren? Let me meet them quickly."

Zhang Fuyong didn't speak, but his expression was also filled with anticipation.

Zhang Yuxi had already spotted Lin Feng and the babies. "Actually, you've already seen the babies."

An Lan covered her mouth and chuckled. They still didn't understand what she meant as Zhang Yuxi led them toward a young, handsome man. The man was changing a baby's diaper, his expression incredibly tender. His movements were very skilled, a clear sign that he did this often.

This dad is so handsome! And so young! everyone thought.

"Honey!" Zhang Yuxi called out suddenly.

Zhao Lizhen and Zhang Fuyong were startled. Even An Lan's parents were taken aback.

Lin Feng, carrying the Second Baby, looked at the four people behind Zhang Yuxi. He could tell at a glance who her parents were. Zhang Fuyong was tall, with an upright posture, a square face, and an air of authority. Zhao Lizhen had a gentle appearance and an elegant demeanor. She was so well-maintained that she looked to be only in her thirties, her every gesture carrying a touch of nobility.

No wonder she's so beautiful!

The other couple, of course, had to be An Lan's parents. An Lan's father was plump and had a very amiable look. An Lan's mother was tall and striking, bearing a resemblance to An Lan.

"Let me introduce everyone," Zhang Yuxi said. "This is my husband, Lin Feng!"

After the introduction, Lin Feng came forward, smiling as he called out, "Mom, Dad." He said it naturally, without a hint of pretense.

Zhao Lizhen nodded. "Hello!"

Zhang Fuyong, however, kept a straight face and just grunted in acknowledgment.

"These are Uncle An and Auntie An."

Lin Feng greeted them as well. An Lan's parents thought Lin Feng was quite agreeable. Apart from looking a little young, he seemed like a great guy.

Zhao Lizhen's gaze fell on the Second Baby in Lin Feng's arms, and a loving smile spread across her face. "My darling grandson, come, let Grandma hold you!"

Lin Feng handed the Second Baby to Zhao Lizhen. The Second Baby was quite bold and didn't mind being held by anyone. Zhao Lizhen held him, her face alight with excitement as she looked at his chubby cheeks.

"Old man, come over and see our adorable grandson," she called out to her husband. "Aww, he's smiling so sweetly. He's not shy at all."

To see her grandchild, she had gone to great lengths—first asking An Lan for help, then mediating the conflict between her daughter and husband. It was all so she could finally hold her grandchild!

Zhang Fuyong rubbed his palms together. "Let me hold him…"

Zhao Lizhen turned away, refusing. "No! I haven't held him long enough yet!"

Seeing Zhao Lizhen's possessiveness, Zhang Fuyong grew anxious. "Come on, let me hold him!" he pleaded. "I'm his grandpa, too!"

Zhao Lizhen gave him a sly smile. "Grandpa can't hold him. He just had a cigarette."

"I did not!" Zhang Fuyong protested. "You're talking nonsense!"

Seeing this, An Lan's parents could only look on with envy. The more they watched, the more frustrated they felt. An Lan's mother shot her daughter a fierce glare. "When are you going to let me hold my grandchild?"

Just as An Lan was about to smirk, she was silenced by her father's low growl. "You're laughing? You still have the nerve to laugh? All day long, all you do is hang around in bars! Why don't you bring a husband home, too?"

An Lan's mood soured instantly.

Seeing An Lan looking crestfallen, Zhang Yuxi quickly intervened to change the subject. "Dad, come over here. The other babies are over here!"

At this, Zhang Fuyong's eyes lit up, and he headed toward the crib.

"HOLY CRAP!" he cried out.

Zhao Lizhen's face darkened. "Watch your language!"

With trembling lips, Zhang Fuyong beckoned to her. "Quick, come over…"

Zhao Lizhen walked over, still holding the Second Baby. When she saw three more babies lying in the crib, she was so shocked she almost dropped him. Her mouth fell open in utter disbelief.

An Lan's parents also walked over curiously. An Lan had a bad feeling and tried to slip away to avoid the impending storm. But it was too late; her mother called out to her.

"Where are you going?"

"To the restroom…"

"You haven't even given me a grandchild, and you think you have the right to go to the restroom?"

An Lan froze on the spot, utterly dismayed.

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