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Chapter 380: A Joyous Birthday

Before they knew it, it was Aunt Yu's birthday. In addition to the things she bought for her at the market, Song Miqiu also took some good things from the system to send over.

The carriage that had been packed and ready to pick her up had been waiting for a long time. Song Miqiu went to Tian Yumei's room.

"Daughter-in-law, I'll be right back. Is there anything you'd like to eat? I'll bring it to you."

Knowing Aunt Yu Niang's relationship with her family, Tian Yumei quickly expressed her gratitude.

"Mother, please go quickly. I don't want anything to eat. We have everything we need at home."

Seeing that Tian Yumei was sincere, Song Miqiu was finally relieved.

"Then Mother left."

Just as Song Miqiu opened Tian Yumei's room and was about to leave, she saw Yu Huailin standing at the door, which really startled her.

What are you doing here?

Normally, you wouldn't see Yu Huailin at this time; he would have already gone to practice his skills. Why is he so free today?

Yu Huailin had something on his mind, but he just wouldn't say it.

Song Miqiu found him strange, glanced at him a few times, and then walked into the courtyard.

But as soon as Song Miqiu took a few steps, Yu Huailin followed a few steps behind.

At first, Song Miqiu thought he was seeing things, but after taking a few more steps, he was sure that Yu Huailin was following him.

Song Miqiu angrily put down what she was holding and looked directly at Yu Huailin.

"What exactly do you want? Tell me now."

Whenever Song Miqiu lost his temper, Yu Huailin would look aggrieved.

After asking for a while, he finally stammered, "I want to go too."

At first, Song Miqiu couldn't quite understand what he was stammering about, so she asked again before she could understand what he was saying.

Song Miqiu was so angry she just wanted to laugh.

"I thought it was something else. Are you sure you want to go to Yan Yufan's house? Have you made up with him?"

Song Miqiu was merely testing him.

"If you go, I'll go."

Seeing Yu Huailin's resolute expression, Song Miqiu had no choice but to accept it. She knew that Yu Huailin was afraid that if she went, she would stay there.

"I can't stand you, fine, go ahead."

Knowing that Yu Huailin would not compromise when his stubborn temper flared up, Song Miqiu had no choice but to let him go with her, so that she would have company.

Fortunately, the carriage was fast enough, and they arrived at Yan Yufan's house in less than an hour.

Upon hearing that Song Miqiu had arrived, Aunt Yu was overjoyed and said she would personally go to greet him.

As soon as Song Miqiu got off the carriage, Aunt Yu was already waiting at the door.

Aunt Yu happily stepped forward and took Song Miqiu's hand, "You've finally come! I've missed you so much! Now that you're here, don't leave."

Yan Yufan appeared at the gate and immediately took all the things from Song Miqiu's hands.

"Little sister, come in quickly, everyone is waiting for you."

Just as Yan Yufan's family was having a pleasant chat with Song Miqiu, another person emerged from the carriage.

Under everyone's watchful eyes, Yu Huailin slowly stepped down from the carriage and calmly walked in front of everyone.

Yu Huailin didn't say a word, and everyone froze in place, making the atmosphere extremely awkward.

Seeing this, Song Miqiu felt that he should do something.

With a forced smile, she pulled Yu Huailin over and introduced him to everyone in front of Aunt Yu.

"His name is Yu Huailin, he is a friend of mine. Aunt Yu, he is also here to wish you a happy birthday and celebrate your birthday."

Upon hearing Song Miqiu introduce himself as a friend, Yu Huailin began to feel uncomfortable and became restless.

He pretended to be happy as he approached Yan Yufan and hugged him tightly.

"Yan Yufan and I are good brothers, right?"

Everyone was looking at Yan Yufan, waiting for his answer. Besides, Aunt Yu was still there, so it wasn't good to spoil the atmosphere.

Yan Yufan cursed Yu Huailin in his heart, but he still had to obediently smile and answer.

"Yes, Mother."

Only then did Aunt Yu lower her guard against Huailin.

“Since we all know each other, I, Aunt Yu, welcome everyone.”

He held Song Miqiu's hand tightly after speaking, looking at her as if she were his own daughter.

"Let's go."

Song Miqiu was flattered and nodded before entering the courtyard.

As expected, it was a very grand celebration for Aunt Yu's birthday, with all the prominent figures in the city present.

In front of everyone, Aunt Yu generously introduced Song Miqiu's identity.

"This is my Aunt Yu's daughter. I hope you will all help me if I need anything in the future."

Since Aunt Yu had spoken, the people standing below responded with cheers, which could be seen as paving the way for Song Miqiu.

In Song Miqiu's mind, this was a major social disaster. He was so embarrassed he wanted to scratch his toes, but he still had to keep waving his hands to indicate that he was embarrassed.

Fortunately, after speaking, Aunt Yu took Song Miqiu's hand and led her into the house, thus escaping Song Miqiu's misery.

Yu Huailin and Yan Yufan watched as Song Miqiu went into the room, and they quickly followed behind.

Aunt Yu turned around and looked at the two restless boys. She quickly figured out their feelings for Song Miqiu. She looked at her son and then at Yu Huailin, whom she was meeting for the first time.

"You two stay outside and don't come in."

After saying that, he walked inside with an air of dominance, without turning back, and pulled Song Miqiu along.

Upon arriving at the room, Aunt Yu had Song Miqiu sit on the edge of the bed. Just looking at her immediately brought back memories of the past.

"Back when you were born, I watched you grow up little by little. In the blink of an eye, so many years have passed."

Song Miqiu also held Aunt Yu's hand tightly, and Song Miqiu was well aware of Aunt Yu's affection for her.

"Yes, I will come to see you often in the future and talk to you more."

Aunt Yu nodded, her eyes filled with indescribable emotions.

"By the way, let Aunt Yu take a look at you."

At first, Song Miqiu didn't understand what Aunt Yu meant.

Then Aunt Yu spoke again, "Let me see you."

As he spoke, he pointed at Song Miqiu's face.

Having suddenly realized his mistake, Song Miqiu slowly tore off the human skin mask in front of Aunt Yu.

Aunt Yu already knew about this; Song Miqiu was the first person to tell Aunt Yu.

When Aunt Yu saw Song Miqiu's true colors, tears streamed down her face uncontrollably.

She lowered her head and secretly wiped away her tears. "If your mother hadn't been there back then, you wouldn't have to shoulder the burden of the whole family by yourself now. Time is just too cruel."

Seeing this, Song Miqiu quickly comforted Aunt Yu.

“Aunt Yu, I’m fine. I’m working in the palace now, and everyone treats me very well. Everything is fine at home too.”

Despite saying that, Aunt Yu couldn't stop crying. As she cried, she hugged Song Miqiu and kept telling her about the past.

He then recounted how he had survived these past years, how many people had betrayed him, and how many people's true colors he had seen through.

Song Miqiu knew that Aunt Yu usually couldn't find anyone to confide in, so she would just listen quietly from the side, which she considered as her way of showing filial piety.

After Aunt Yu finished speaking her mind, she gradually calmed down.

Seeing Song Miqiu thinking about her son Yan Yufan, she had long wanted to bring the two of them together.