The 70s Novel: The Supporting Character Just Wants to Lie Down-Chapter 204: Deeply Worried

Liu Yulan pointed at the jars and said, "This visit was rather rushed, so I couldn’t bring much. There are just these three kinds of pickled vegetables. Next year during harvest season, I’ll make more and send them over."

"That’s great, I’ll gladly accept them. Thank you, in-laws." Mr. Jiang didn’t refuse, as relationships between relatives are maintained by mutual exchanges.

Liu Yulan carefully placed the lid back on and said to Jiang Yan, "Xiao Jiang, let’s move these things to the kitchen. The smell here is too strong and it’s bothering everyone."

"Sure... Let’s move..." Before Jiang Yan could finish, a startled cry interrupted him. Hearing the voice, he frowned in disdain.

"Oh no, where is this sour smell coming from? Hui Lan, quickly open all the windows to get rid of it." As soon as Zheng Zhen entered, she pinched her nose and complained loudly.

"Ah? Oh..." Although Jiang Huilan responded, she didn’t move.

Because of Zheng Zhen’s words, the originally lively living room fell silent. Everyone’s eyes turned towards her.

"Mom..." Jiang Yan quietly called out, holding the pickle jar, and then with a slightly assertive stance, said, "There’s no sour smell in the house. These are pickled vegetables my mother-in-law brought specifically for Grandpa, he really likes them. If you don’t, please endure it."

Zheng Zhen listened, her expression became a mixture of emotions, somewhat contorted.

Seeing Zheng Zhen, Liu Yulan actually felt some anxiety and disappointment, but after hearing her little son-in-law’s words, her mood inexplicably improved. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

"Oh, is this the in-law? I am Miao Miao’s mother, and this is Miao Miao’s father. You didn’t come to the engagement last time. We all felt quite regretful. This time, it’s nice to finally meet you, what a pleasure..." Liu Yulan stepped forward with a cheerful smile and introduced herself.

As she spoke, she still held the jar of pickled radishes in her hand, and as she approached Zheng Zhen, the smell rushed towards her.

Originally, Zheng Zhen had partially covered her nose but now covered it completely, her disdainful expression was clearly visible to everyone.

The Jiang Family’s faces became unpleasant.

Liu Yulan naturally noticed too, and when she reached out to shake Zheng Zhen’s hand, Zheng Zhen stepped back.

Liu Yulan awkwardly retracted her hand and chuckled, "Look at me, I forgot you don’t like this smell. Xiao Jiang, let’s quickly put away the jars so they don’t contaminate the air inside."

Liu Yulan seemed casual in her demeanor, but her words carried a hint of self-mockery, although who exactly was being mocked... that’s up to individual interpretation.

"Okay, Mom, follow me. Dad, why don’t you lend a hand to your son-in-law?" Jiang Yan’s eyes flashed with a smile as he casually called his father-in-law to assist.

"Sure, no problem." Wang Baoxing smiled cluelessly, seemingly oblivious to the subtle exchanges in their conversation, and picked up the last jar of pickled vegetables along with the dried goods.

"Dad, save some for me too." Wang Miaomiao stepped forward to take a large bag from her father’s hand, carrying it as she followed the others.

Jiang Yan intentionally led the Wang Family away, after all, it’s not appropriate for in-laws to witness the scene when his father would scold his mother.

The four went to the storage room, put down the items, and then, "Dad, Mom, let me take you out for a walk. It’s still early for lunch... There’s a small park outside, and a sports field nearby, quite lively."

"Okay..." Liu Yulan and Wang Baoxing exchanged a glance without objection.

They didn’t leave through the front door, they went out through the back, crossed two villas, and reached the destination.

At this time, the small park was quite lively, with people playing chess, teasing birds, and laughing and playing.

"Xiao Jiang, you’re back... Who are these?" Being from the same community, they naturally knew each other well.

"Grandpa Liu, Grandpa Wang. These are my father-in-law, mother-in-law, and fiancée. Miao Miao, hurry and greet them." Jiang Yan introduced.

"Hello Grandpa Liu, Hello Grandpa Wang." Wang Miaomiao greeted them one by one, her complexion rosy, her gaze direct.

"Good, good. Xiao Jiang, you’ve got a great fiancée, such good taste..."

"Xiao Jiang, now your grandfather should be relieved, he’s been waiting for this day for a long time, hasn’t he?"

"Right, right, Old Master Jiang must be delighted now."

"Yes, my grandfather is happy."

They walked along, enjoying the scenery and exchanging greetings, almost frozen with smiling faces.

"Let’s go back." Wang Miaomiao looked at the time, pulled Jiang Yan’s sleeve.

Jiang Yan smiled, "Okay, Dad and Mom, let’s go back and wait for lunch."

The four returned to the Jiang Family, the atmosphere at home was normal, as if the earlier awkwardness never occurred.

"In-law Grandpa, we’re back. My son-in-law took us around the small park, the scenery there is really nice..." Liu Yulan entered and started chatting with Mr. Jiang without any awkwardness.

Mr. Jiang naturally joined in, "Oh? You went to the small park, huh? The scenery there is indeed nice. But the wind outside is strong, why didn’t you wear scarves and hats when going out... Miao Miao, you didn’t get cold, did you?" After speaking, he glanced at his grandson, complaining about his lack of care.

Jiang Yan received the indication from Mr. Jiang, and seeing his little wife without a hint of color on her face, couldn’t help but feel annoyed.

"Grandpa, it was my oversight, it won’t happen again next time." His attitude of admitting mistakes was exceptionally sincere, making Liu Yulan and Wang Baoxing even more satisfied.

Wang Miaomiao felt warm inside due to Mr. Jiang’s care, "Grandpa, I’m fine."

"Mm, a girl’s constitution isn’t as robust as a boy’s, you should take care of yourself, understand?" Mr. Jiang spoke gently, showing true kindness.

Seeing him, Wang Miaomiao couldn’t help but remember Grandma Jiang who was equally kind to her, and not being able to be filial to her became the first regret of her life, so she decided to be more filial to Mr. Jiang in the future, to avoid leaving regrets.

As they chatted, the atmosphere was harmonious, and Wang Miaomiao glanced secretly at Zheng Zhen sitting nearby, maintaining a reserved smile, somewhat incredulous.

She wondered what they had said earlier that managed to tame Zheng Zhen so effectively.

The subsequent lunch also ended peacefully, without any trouble, making both host and guests happy.

Zheng Zhen kept her smile throughout, even though it seemed fake, as long as she didn’t cause trouble, both the Jiang Family and Wang Family were satisfied.

Yes, the Wang Family was satisfied too.

Liu Yulan and Wang Baoxing naturally sensed Zheng Zhen’s disapproval of them, but the marriage was already settled, and they couldn’t possibly give up Jiang Yan as a good son-in-law because of Zheng Zhen’s attitude.

Although there’s still some worry in their hearts, seeing that the men of the Jiang Family could manage her, they felt a lot more assured.