Close Cousins Making Up For Lost Time

Wang Ruyan followed suit, her features mirroring her sister's but with a touch more sternness. "We appreciate you taking us in."

The introductions completed, a comfortable silence fell upon the group. Xia Bingling and the two aunts engaged in polite conversation, inquiring about the journey and exchanging pleasantries.

Wang Yaqi and Wang Ruyan took the lead, peppering Xia Bingling with questions about the Xia Family and their well-being.

Xia Bingling, ever the gracious hostess, answered their inquiries politely, subtly praising her "guest," Wang Li, for his helpfulness and pleasant disposition.

"We're very glad Li found a comfortable place here," Wang Yaqi remarked, her eyes twinkling. "It seems he's been a great help to you, Madam Xia."

"That is correct," Xia Bingling declared, her eyes twinkling. "Considering that he will be the future son-in-law of my family, I'd say I'm quite pleased with his conduct."