From Folly to Fortune：I Rewrite My Life After Rebirth!-Chapter 894 - 890: Unattainable Happiness (First Update)
Mr. Mu stepped into the kitchen. In the center of the kitchen, a table was set with a spread of steaming hot dishes, which were not inferior to those of the Old Mu Family, perhaps even better.
Sitting at the table were the third branch family and the little grandson of the Old Lu Family.
Each of them wore a smile, in stark contrast to the atmosphere at their own home.
"Dad, have a seat here!"
Seeing Mr. Mu, Yu Si Niang wasn’t the least bit surprised. She proactively arranged Mr. Mu’s seat at the head of the table.
In doing so, it was clear who was regarded as the head of the family.
Even Shuang, who was usually lukewarm towards her, had a smile on her face.
From the moment he entered, no one asked why he was spending New Year’s here.
It was, however, the three little kids who widened their eyes in delight and approached Mu Dashan: "Uncle Dashan, Aunt Si, Yuanbao wishes you a Happy New Year!"
Mu Dashan cheerfully handed a red envelope to Yuanbao.
Then came Xiao Han and Little Zhi, both speaking with their cute, childish voices.
The little Xiao Han and Little Zhi had been looking much healthier since the family split.
Especially Little Zhi, with her bright, lively eyes, it was clear she would grow up to be a beauty.
"Heh heh, Happy New Year, Little Zhi, Xiao Han, come over here to greet your grandpa!" Mu Dashan chuckled.
The two little ones, along with Yuanbao, went over to wish Mr. Mu a Happy New Year.
Mr. Mu waved and said, "There’s no need, I... I didn’t bring any red envelopes!"
Mu Dashan shook his head, "Dad, we’re family, what do we need red envelopes for? Mine are just for fun, not much in them."
Mr. Mu felt even more embarrassed.
Yu Si Niang stood up, took out some prepared red envelopes, and handed them to Mr. Mu: "Dad, these are from me, you give them to the kids!"
Mr. Mu was stunned for a moment, then understood Yu Si Niang’s intention.
The red envelopes were never meant for him; they were to save his face because he felt embarrassed.
One wife openly argues in front of him, while another always considers his feelings.
At this moment, Mr. Mu particularly understood who cared more.
He accepted Yu Si Niang’s red envelopes and handed them out to the three children. After receiving them, the kids happily chatted for a bit, then returned to their seats.
"Dad, since it’s rare for you to be here today, let’s have a drink with Yuanfeng, a gathering of three generations."
Mu Dashan poured a little wine into three bowls and proposed a toast to Mr. Mu and Lu Yuanfeng.
Lu Yuanfeng raised his bowl and said, "I toast Uncle Dashan and Grandpa Shuang!"
He then drank more than half a bowl, fitting for a man of the military.
"Then I’ll drink too!" Mu Dashan said.
The atmosphere in the room was unusually warm.
Mr. Mu felt a series of doubts.
Everyone’s attitude towards him today was so kind, he felt a bit out of place.
But in such a warm environment, he was reluctant to disrupt it.
"Let’s eat!" Mu Shuangshuang reminded.
The children who weren’t drinking picked up their chopsticks and happily started picking food.
The egg dumplings on the table were the most popular. Perhaps because of their enticing color, they were the first dish the kids went for.
Yu Si Niang, being a considerate woman, knew not to disturb the three men during the meal, but she tried to make sure the dish went to those who were drinking.
Suddenly, a large spoonful of meat appeared in her bowl, placed there by Mu Shuangshuang.
Ever since Mr. Mu arrived, the atmosphere, though unchanged, was not as relaxed as before.
Especially Yu Si Niang, who became a bit reserved.
Even towards herself, she wasn’t as kind as before.
Mu Shuangshuang understood that it was a form of intimidation, an intimidation of status.
The old man was a senior, and Yu Si Niang unconsciously lowered her status.
Yu Si Niang looked at Mu Shuangshuang and heard her say, "Mom, you are the master of this house, don’t worry about anyone else’s feelings.
Learn to be more proactive, more generous, and you can take back the initiative at any time!"
Upon hearing Mu Shuangshuang’s words, Yu Si Niang suddenly realized.
After adjusting her mood for a moment, she suddenly said to Mr. Mu at the table, "Dad, try this braised elbow, it’s Shuangshuang’s handiwork, very delicious, not greasy at all."
While Yu Si Niang was speaking, Mr. Mu noticed that her entire demeanor had changed.
She looked particularly confident, and even her introduction of a dish was very poised.
Mr. Mu couldn’t describe the feeling, but it was somewhat overwhelming.
Ignoring his inner feelings, Mr. Mu picked up a piece of the elbow, finding it neither greasy nor overly tender.
"It’s really good, Shuang’s cooking..."
Mr. Mu mumbled indistinctly.
Mu Shuangshuang introduced the egg dumplings: "Grandpa, these egg dumplings are my mom’s specialty. Try them, they’re different from dumplings with wheat skin."
In Mr. Mu’s eyes, the egg dumplings were also a novelty.
With a trial mindset, he found himself unable to stop after trying them.
All the dishes from the third branch were like those of a master chef.
Especially the dishes made by Shuang, made Mr. Mu want to eat until his tongue fell out.
In one meal, the three men drank two catties of wine, with Mr. Mu and Mu Dashan drinking the most.
Lu Yuanfeng was holding back, mainly because he was afraid of getting drunk, doing something foolish, and embarrassing Shuangshuang.
After several rounds of drinks, it was already afternoon.
Mu Dashan carried Mr. Mu out of the kitchen, while Yu Si Niang, Mu Shuangshuang, and Lu Yuanfeng tidied up inside.
The little kids, with their firecrackers, called on Da Long and headed to the little creek to the north of the village.
"Dad, you can rest in my room, it’s alright."
Mr. Mu was too unsteady to walk.
Mu Dashan naturally wanted to help Mr. Mu rest at his house.
But the old man refused.
"Old third, your family is truly wonderful... I’m really envious, with such filial and sensible children! And Si, such a virtuous woman.
Unlike our Old Mu Family, where it’s all arguing, arguing, arguing, even during the New Year’s!"
The volume of Mr. Mu’s voice was not low, even Mu Shuangshuang, washing dishes in the kitchen, heard it.
She instantly felt a pang of emotion.
No wonder! Ever since the third branch had that argument with the first branch, Mr. Mu had practically avoided the third branch.
Even when he saw people from the third branch, he was lukewarm.
How could he come over to join the New Year’s celebration today?
It turns out he felt wronged by the Old Mu Family and came here for comfort.
Speaking of which, people in the Old Mu Family have so many little schemes, they can’t even maintain a facade of harmony.
For Mr. Mu, who longed for peace in the Old Mu Family, it was nothing short of a blow, and a significant one at that.
