Bit by bit, the belongings were loaded onto the car, but none of the relatives were willing to leave first. Su Huai had no choice but to take the initiative, suggesting that they gather at the hotel the next day for a meal. Only then did they bid farewell, family by family.
Returning to the home, which quieted down... well, it wasn't actually that quiet.
The relatives had left, but the neighbors were all around.
Su Huai maintained a smiling face and kept company until after 9 p.m., finally feeling relaxed.
However, once the matter of his changed appearance was glossed over, other issues were not worth mentioning.
Before going to bed, he video-called Gu Jiuyue and recounted the family's reaction, making her giggle repeatedly. His first day back home ended perfectly.
The next day was spent at the largest hotel in the city, hosting the gathering.