A pond full of blooming flowers, an ultimate addiction.

On the afternoon of November 5th, Jiang Yang arrived early to pick up Jiang Yi and take him back to the old house.

"I'll bring my wheelchair from last time too."

Jiang Yi has been carried by Chi Ruiche for the past two days, even when they arrived at the company, he was carried into the office.

Chi Ruiche always walked forward with her head held high and chest out, completely oblivious to the stares of those around her. She, on the other hand, unconsciously looked down at the ground each time.

"Miss, the wheelchair was donated to the welfare home a couple of days ago," Aunt Wang said, helping to pack the luggage.

"So sudden?" Jiang Yi was surprised.

"Yes, young master ordered it."

Aunt Wang's hands didn't stop moving. "When the young master brought you back, the gardener said that a wheelchair was an unlucky omen. I'm sure the young master took that to heart, and then he asked me to donate it."

"Chi Ruiche? Aunt Wang, are you sure Chi Ruiche told you after hearing that? We're just overthinking it."

Jiang Yang stared at Aunt Wang, repeatedly imagining what kind of expression Chi Ruiche would have.

"It must be a very short interval," Aunt Wang nodded with absolute certainty.

"Everything's packed. Let's go. Grandpa and the others are waiting for you to come home for dinner."

Jiang Yang thought of helping her up, but considering that both of her feet were injured, he had no choice but to pick her up.

"elder brother?"

Jiang exclaimed in surprise, her face showing astonishment, "I'm not in so much pain anymore, I can still walk a few steps."

"By the time you get to the elevator door, it will be dark."

Jiang Yang casually weighed it in his hand, "Consider it a preview. I'll be the one to carry you on your wedding day."

Jiang Yi lowered his head somewhat embarrassedly. He felt ashamed that such a big person was being hugged all the time.

"I came to pick you up, but I didn't see Xiao Che. Did you secretly hide and cry after you left?"

Jiang Yang looked around but didn't see Chi Ruiche, so he couldn't help but tease him.

“Che has something to do tonight, and besides, you always come to pick me up, so he’s very reassured.” Jiang Yi patted his shoulder maturely, lowering his voice.

Jiang Yi was afraid that her grandfather and the others would worry, so she asked Jiang Yang to put her down before entering the room, and then slowly moved to the sofa herself.

Cui Xiuling quickly noticed Jiang Yi's unusual behavior. "Yi Yi, sit down quickly. These are all gifts that Xiao Che's parents have carefully prepared."

Jiang Yi's heart, which had been pounding in his chest, finally settled down the moment he sat down. He had been walking on tiptoe, and if he wasn't careful, his foot would stomp hard on the ground, causing him to break out in a cold sweat from the pain, but he didn't dare to utter a sound.

"Your grandfather wants to make a big deal out of this engagement banquet, but your brother just got married, and it's not good for a family to have two weddings in one year. Your grandfather thinks we should wait until after the New Year, which isn't too long."

"But next year is the 25th anniversary of your aunt's death."

Cui Xiuling explained the story to Jiang Yi bit by bit, hoping she could understand the inside tale.

“Xiao Che is not a child anymore. Your Grandpa Chi and the others said they felt sorry for you, so this engagement banquet will be a family banquet, but the usual things will not be missing.”

Cui Xiuling opened several beautifully packaged gift boxes that were placed on the coffee table.

"Mom, I know what you're saying. It's really heartwarming." Jiang Yi leaned on Cui Xiuling's shoulder, acting coquettishly.

Cui Xiuling's hand also paused, "My Xiao Yi has grown up and become sensible."

A strange emotion flickered in his eyes.

The gift box was opened, revealing a complete set of jewelry, featuring a full diamond design. The main stone is a solid-color ruby, paired with a ring encircled by a full circle of diamonds, each a 0.5-carat single-sided diamond, and tassel earrings.

“These were specially made by your Aunt Chi. These are gold bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and rings, it’s traditional. You can just keep them in the safe.”

"Mom, how did Aunt Chi and the others know the ring size I was wearing?" Jiang Yi picked it up and examined it; the ring size fit perfectly.

Cui Xiuling smiled without saying a word, but quickly opened a larger box.

"These are clothes that Xiao Che brought over. This set is for you to wear tomorrow, and these are the accessories to match your outfit."

"Mom, you still haven't told me?"

Cui Xiuling pinched her pouty cheeks and laughed even harder, "Silly girl, just ask Xiao Che. Xiao Che told us the size of these high heels."

池家

The wheelchair creaked as it glided across the floor, and Chi Ruiche's steps came to a stop at the end of the corridor.

"Uncle Three."

Chi Ruiche nodded slightly, his tone indifferent.

The person in the wheelchair raised their head, a slight smile playing on their lips. "Long time no see, Xiao Che."

Chi Jinghui is about fifty years old. Wrinkles have appeared on his forehead and his temples are streaked with silver. Although he is middle-aged, his face, weathered by time, is still handsome.

"Third brother, you're finally back! I didn't see you last time I went there." Second Uncle Chi Jing'an walked towards us, his voice full of joy.

"How could I miss my only nephew's engagement party?" Chi Jinghui's voice was like an old guitar, slightly hoarse.

Chi Ruiche hadn't seen his third uncle for a long time. Since the car accident, he had been living alone in the suburbs and rarely appeared. The last time they met was probably on Xiao Yi's birthday.

"Xiao Che has a lot of influence; he was able to get you to come."

Chi Jing'an, who had gained a little weight, put his hands on his hips and laughed even more heartily. "Since we're here, let's stay a few more days and have a good get-together."

"The old man has instructed me that I can only leave after the New Year, so I can't leave anytime soon."

Chi Jinghui smiled faintly, like the spring sunshine, warm and steady, "Xiao Che, happy engagement."

"Thank you, Third Uncle."

Chi Jinghui watched Chi Ruiche's departing figure, his smile frozen, as he let his second uncle push him away.