Officialdom: The beautiful leader took me to the top

Li's mother was a little uncomfortable for a moment, and said with a hint of wariness, "Xiao Li, don't be like this. Xiao Dong's father is fine now, there's no need for him to come here to apologize."

"As for these gifts, they are unnecessary."

"You're about to be discharged, so you should take it."

Clearly, Li's mother did not accept Li Ying's apology.

The husband was in grave danger this time; he almost met with a serious accident. The Li family still has some backbone.

Li Ying said, "Sister-in-law, this is what I should do."

“If you don’t accept these gifts, it means you’re still angry with me.”

Neither Li's mother nor Li's father made a statement.

A line from a Song Dynasty poem stands aside, offering no support.

Li Ying said to herself, "Last time at the Li family, I didn't understand the situation of the two children before rashly expressing my opinion."

"Moreover, his words were harsh and inappropriate, even causing Brother Li to become emotional and be hospitalized."

"After returning, I also conducted a deep self-reflection, considering whether I had done anything wrong."

"In the end, I also realized that Xiaodong is indeed a good kid, and that he and Xiaoci are truly in love."

"What I did back then was indeed a bit too narrow-minded."

"Actually, I didn't mean to humiliate Xiao Dong or look down on the Li family."

"She has had so many boys pursuing her since she was a child, with all sorts of motives."

"As parents, we are all afraid that our children will be deceived, especially our daughters."

"Brother and sister-in-law, you also have daughters. I believe you understand the painstaking efforts of a mother the most!"

Upon hearing Li Ying's words, Li's mother's eyes indeed flickered.

The Li family also has a daughter, and her biggest worry is that her daughter will be deceived, fearing that her daughter will meet an irresponsible man.

Although Mr. Li did not express his opinion, his expression softened.

Li Ying continued, "Xiao Dong's mother called me earlier, hoping I could find out about Xiao Dong and the Li family's situation in China."

"After all, Xiao Ci is inexperienced and has little dating experience."

"So when I visited the Li family that day, it was partly to test them, and partly to put them to the test."

Mr. Li finally spoke, "A test? A trial?"

Li Ying nodded, "That's right, it's a test and a trial."

"If I hadn't acted assertively that day, I wouldn't have been able to put pressure on Li Dong or make the Li family feel my stance."

"Since Li Dong is determined to be with Xiao Ci, he must have already made mental preparations."

“At the time, I thought, if he can’t even handle this little bit of pressure and test, how will he take care of Xiaoci and Niannian in the future?”

"Subsequent facts and results proved that Li Dong was indeed a responsible and good kid."

"What makes me even more gratified is the Li family. The Li family has a virtuous and honest family tradition, and they are kind and upright at heart."

“Especially my eldest brother and sister-in-law, last time at the Li family I was so rude, my words were so sarcastic.”

"If it were anyone else, they would probably have turned on me by now, or even kicked me out."

"But the eldest brother and sister-in-law always kept things in mind and were considerate of Xiao Ci's feelings."

"No matter how angry he was, he never said a hurtful word."

"This clarity and magnanimity is the best foundation of the Li family."

"With parents like these, I believe Li Dong won't be too bad either."

“I was always worried that Xiaosi would suffer if she married into the family, and that she would encounter mean elders and Uncle Liang’s family.”

"But after these two days of contact and observation, I found that the Li family is neither opportunistic and mercenary, nor petty and narrow-minded."

"Remain calm in the face of adversity and treat others with sincerity."

"Even the neighbors speak highly of the Li family!"

One doesn't hit a smiling face, especially since Li Ying's every word was a mix of praise and criticism of the Li family.

Mr. Li's expression softened, while Mrs. Li humbly said, "Xiao Li, you're too kind. Our Li family is just an ordinary family..."

Li Ying interrupted, "No, sister-in-law, I'm telling the truth."

“I was too prejudiced before, and I only knew how to judge others based on my own biases.”

"It's just that I haven't been careful enough about interpersonal relationships in China these past few years while I've been abroad. I've been somewhat inconsiderate in my words and actions and haven't taken the Li family's feelings into account."

With such understanding parents as her elder brother and sister-in-law, how could Xiao Ci possibly suffer any injustice?

"I was indeed judging others by my own petty standards!"

Mr. Li's brows relaxed completely, as if in agreement.

The defensiveness in Li's mother's eyes gradually faded, replaced by a look of being moved by being understood.

The Li family was indeed very satisfied with Xiao Ci as their daughter-in-law, but they had no intention of marrying into a higher social class.

But the facts are undeniable, and the Li family cannot avoid them.

Now that they have gained the approval of Li Ying and Song Ci's mother, it can be considered that the marriage of the two children has been settled.

Li Ying continued, "Later, I also told Xiao Ci's mother about this."

"Xiao Ci's mother felt the same way, expressing her willingness to give both children a chance."

"These tonics today were purchased at Xiaoci's mother's request, and she also asked me to visit her to apologize."

"Xiao Ci's mother also said that she is abroad and cannot come back for the time being."

"If she has the chance in the future, she must personally thank her elder brother and sister-in-law for taking care of Xiao Ci!"

At this point, Li Ying took the opportunity to bring up the gifts she had brought again, "Brother and sister-in-law, these gifts are not expensive, they are just a small token of my appreciation, for you to help improve your health."

"This is also to apologize to the Li family for my previous rudeness and arrogance."

“If you don’t accept it, it means you don’t forgive me.”

"Then I'll have to think of another way and apologize in person another day..."

Hearing Li Ying say this, Li's mother finally softened.

She glanced at her husband, and seeing Mr. Li nod, she stepped forward to take the things. "Xiao Li, time will tell."

"Our two families have just started dealing with each other, and we may not know each other well, so some misunderstandings are understandable."

"As for what kind of family we are, you'll find out as you get to know us better."

"I will accept these things on behalf of the Li family today. Please don't spend any more money on us in the future."

Mr. Li also chimed in, "That's right. As the saying goes, 'No fight, no friendship.' I believe that this incident has given us a better understanding of each other."

"As long as our two children are doing well, we parents will be content."

“From now on, we’re all family. Since Xiao Song’s mother sent you to handle this matter, we’re all in-laws.”

"From now on, we'll look after each other. That's the greatest support we can give our two children!"

"Please also tell Xiao Song's mother that Xiao Song will never be mistreated in our Li family, and we will definitely treat her as our own daughter."

"If Li Dong ever dares to bully Xiao Song in the future, I'll break Li Dong's legs first, without Xiao Song's mother even needing to say anything!"

"In addition, I sincerely hope that I will have the opportunity to talk to Xiao Song's mother in person in the future!"