Shen Xitong adjusted her skirt and pulled out a small mirror to check her reflection; She coaxed a smile onto her face, and as she walked out, she resumed the poise of a famed genteel lady.
The dinner was at the Shen Family home. Shen Xitong had called her family earlier, saying she was having dinner with friends and wouldn't be returning home. Chu Yunrong didn't ask further. However, Shen Qian actually stepped into the home just before dinner.
Seeing Shen Qian's return surprised everyone. Chu Yunrong, seeing her husband, was overjoyed, "Qian, why didn't you call ahead today?"
Shen Qian smiled warmly, his demeanor still gentle despite his years as a soldier. He was much like Shen Junyu in temperament, though Junyu, beneath his gentle exterior, possessed a hint of a merchant's cunning.
"Father." Fu Hengyi and Shen Qinglan called out together. Shen Qian responded with a smile.
"Uncle Fu." Shen Qian greeted Old Sir Fu respectfully and then turned to greet Old Sir Shen.