Chapter 1825: Chapter 1338: Can’t I Go? (4)

"Dad! No matter what mistakes Lu Lu made, she’s still your daughter, my sister. As family, we can’t treat her like strangers..."

Feng Wei’s words were interrupted once again by Old Feng: "What’s wrong with me saying a few words about that ungrateful child? She’s reckless, acts without thinking, and follows her whims. If I’d known she’d turn out like this, I wouldn’t have had your mom give birth to her!"

"The fact that Lu Lu keeps making mistakes is ultimately because we didn’t teach her well."

After listening to Feng Wei, Old Feng looked at him quietly for a moment, then waved him away: "Enough, you go out. I need a moment alone."

"Dad, all the things Lu Lu did are in the past. There’s really no need to bring them up every time we mention her!"

Walking to the study door, Feng Wei turned back to look at Old Feng: "This way, you’ll be less angry, which isn’t bad for your health."

Old Feng didn’t respond. His eyelids drooped, lost in thought.

The next day, a little after eleven in the morning.

The hotel where Kang Li set up the banquet was not randomly chosen. Well, to be precise, it wasn’t chosen at all; it was directly set at her own grand hotel.

Why say this?

Because Kang Li hadn’t forgotten her promise to the old lady, the grandmother of her body, to restore the grandeur of the Yu family restaurant at an opportune time.

And with the advent of reform and opening-up, the moment when the Yu family’s restaurants in North City and several other major cities returned to Kang Li, she began planning renovations to showcase the Yu family’s menu and heritage in grand hotel format.

After all, one must keep up with the times!

Under Kang Li’s meticulous management, the hotel rebuilt from Yu family restaurant happily entered the ranks of the first batch of five-star hotels nationwide and holds an extremely good reputation.

"Godfather... Why are you here?"

At the hotel entrance, Kang Guo’an and Min Rui were accompanying Kang Li to welcome guests when suddenly a jeep drove over and slowly stopped. Seeing the people getting out were Luo Yanqing and Director Song, Kang Li was somewhat surprised, but her smile instantly brightened.

"It’s Rui Rui’s big day today, how could Yanqing and I not attend?"

Director Song’s eyes were full of smiles. He lightly patted Min Rui’s shoulder: "Well done, you’ve made your parents proud!"

Standing next to Kang Li, Min Rui just smiled.

"Godfather, you go in and sit. We still need to stay here to continue welcoming guests."

As Kang Li said this, she glanced at Kang Guo’an. The next moment, Kang Guo’an led Director Song into the main hall.

"Dad."

Min Rui called out to Luo Yanqing.

"Hmm."

Luo Yanqing responded, then said, "Very impressive!"

Kang Li laughed and said, "Your father is praising you!"

Min Rui was a bit embarrassed: "My dad praised me the day the scores came out."

"Happy, aren’t you?"

Kang Li asked.

Min Rui understood the intent of Kang Li’s words and nodded, "Hmm."

Being praised by his father, he was naturally happy.

At this moment, Kang Li turned her gaze to Luo Yanqing: "Why don’t you go inside and rest?"

"No need."

Luo Yanqing shook his head and said, "As a father, I should stay here with you to welcome guests."

Kang Li: "It doesn’t interfere with your job, does it?"

Luo Yanqing: "It’s fine."

"Grandpa Xi, you’re here, please come in!"

Seeing Old Master Xi with his spouse and Xi Guobang and his wife, as well as Xi Jingyu and Xi Chenyu getting out of a small car, Kang Li quickly went up to greet them.

"We didn’t come late, did we?"

Old Master Xi asked with a smile.

"Not late, not late."

Kang Li replied with a smile, seeing Kang Guo’an approach. Without waiting for her to speak, Kang Guo’an quickly walked over with a smile, leading Old Master Xi’s group to the banquet hall on the second floor.

Since many guests had already arrived, the eldest brother Kang and his wife, as well as Kang Guosheng (second brother Kang) and his wife, were all upstairs helping Kang Li greet the guests.

"Come on in!"

"Congratulations!"

Xiao Jin arrived with his daughter Xiao Tong and younger son Xiao Xuan, alongside Father Xiao and Mrs. Xiao.

Min Rui called out, "Uncle Xiao," and then, Jiang Yilin led Xiao Jin’s group to the banquet hall on the second floor.

Just now, Jiang Yihong, Jiang Yilin, Jiang Yikai, and Jiang Yihao had come downstairs to help lead guests to the second floor.

Speaking of which, there are several banquet halls on the second floor, all quite spacious, able to host many banquet tables.

Originally, Kang Li planned the banquet to celebrate for Min Rui, inviting only those with close relations and Min Rui’s various subject teachers to gather. Unexpectedly, many people came to congratulate upon hearing the news.

Fortunately, the hotel is their own, with a well-prepared kitchen, so there’s no need to worry about a shortage of banquet settings due to excessive guests.

"Congratulations!"

This was Old Feng’s voice, arriving with not only Feng Wei but also Fang Su.

Kang Li greeted them naturally, smiling at the three.

Though surprised that the Feng family would come today, since they’ve shown up, there’s no reason to turn them away. Besides, ultimately, the Feng family is Min Rui’s maternal family, and Kang Li isn’t narrow-minded enough to snub them when they come to congratulate.

After the introduction to Min Rui, although his expression was indifferent, he greeted Old Feng and the others politely.

He didn’t call Old Feng grandfather, nor did he address Feng Wei as uncle, similarly, he didn’t call Fang Su grandmother, just offered a simple greeting with "Hello" and "Thank you."

"Not happy?"

After Jiang Yihao led the trio including Old Feng away, Kang Li noticed Min Rui’s stiff face as he stood by her silently, and couldn’t help but ask.

"No."

Min Rui shook his head.

Luo Yanqing said nothing, but his gaze was fixed on Min Rui.

Kang Li: "Guests are guests, and regardless of who they are, they have a certain blood relation with you. Moreover, they came to congratulate us, so you can’t show unhappiness, understand?"

"Hmm."

Min Rui nodded lightly.

"I’m glad you realize that."

Kang Li’s eyes revealed relief, she said: "Once you start working, it represents you merging into society and dealing with all sorts of people. And you may have to interact with them. Having emotional reactions to trivial matters and showing dislike might impact your work."

Luo Yanqing: "Listening to your mom is the best way."

Min Rui: "I’m listening."

"Oh dear! We’re late!"

Wu Yue’s family arrived by taxi, and upon seeing Kang Li, Wu Yue looked apologetic. Smiling, she said: "It’s all because of Xiao Ran’s dad being asked by a neighbor to help with something just as we were heading out. The time got tight after he finished!"

Kang Li told her with a smile: "Not late at all!"

"Good to know we’re not late."

Wu Yue smiled, offering congratulations to both Kang Li and Luo Yanqing along with her spouse. Upon seeing Min Rui, Wu Yue said: "The young man is impressive!"

Min Rui responded with a smile: "Thank you!"

"Why say thank you? You’re genuinely impressive; Auntie’s praise is sincere!"

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