Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2357 - 2293: You Still Remember Everyone, Right?

Previously on Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s...
Old Master Jiang leads Jiang Shiheng back into the family estate, performing traditional rituals to ward off misfortune and celebrate his long-awaited return. The emotional reunion is marked by a meeting with his Eighth Great Aunt and the patriarch’s announcement of a grand celebration for the neighborhood. To honor the occasion, red envelopes are distributed to the massive crowd of spectators on Jiang Shiheng’s behalf. This display of immense generosity and favor sparks intense speculation among the public regarding the future of the Jiang family’s succession.

"I am grateful to you, Sixth Young Master Jiang!"

"The Sixth Young Master possesses a kind heart!"

"Sixth Young Master is truly a remarkable man!"

In an instant, the air was filled with the loud cheers and praises of the crowd directed toward the Sixth Young Master.

It appeared that the Sixth Young Master had not suffered in poverty during his years away; instead, he had managed to accumulate a significant fortune. It was clear that the Sixth Young Master was a man of genuine talent!

Standing near the entrance, two servants of the Jiang Family exchanged a meaningful look. Without a word, one of them pivoted and hurried back inside.

Meanwhile, within the Jiang Family’s main hall, the Elders had taken their seats while the members of the younger generation stood dutifully beside their parents.

The room was packed with people.

Observing the hall overflowing with Jiang family members, Cheng Cheng felt a throbbing sensation in his temples.

He was soon to be considered half a member of the Jiang family himself.

To be honest, were it not for the sake of his adoptive father and Little, he would have no desire to belong to a family like this, regardless of their immense wealth.

The sheer number of people and the underlying complexity made him dread how exhausting the social interactions would be.

Just the thought of Chiang Xiao was already beginning to make him feel weary.

However, Cheng Cheng felt his tension ease slightly when he considered Chiang Xiao’s unique temperament.

Why should he fret over such a large crowd?

That girl, Chiang Xiao, would undoubtedly sort all of them into three distinct categories on her own.

The first group would consist of those who were genuinely kind to her and her adoptive father.

The second group would be those who merely put on a facade of kindness.

The third group would be those who treated them poorly.

Chiang Xiao would surely only bother with the people in that first group, which would effectively filter out more than half of the room.

Indeed, more than half.

Had it not been for the fact that over half of the Jiang Family was cold-hearted toward Jiang Shiheng, he never would have endured such a tragic past.

In a massive clan driven by conflicting interests, finding even a small circle of people who could offer sincere honesty was a blessing.

Therefore, there was no reason to fear the assembly; Chiang Xiao would ignore the majority of them, meaning there was no obligation to be overly courteous.

With these thoughts, Cheng Cheng regained his focus.

He and Sun Han stood off to one side, positioned near Chen Baoshen and Chen Yiping.

They could not afford to drop their guard for a single second, as the person responsible for harming the Sixth Young Master years ago was likely standing right there in the hall.

"Xiao Sixth, you have finally returned to your home after twenty long years. Today, you must let everyone see you clearly, and you must reacquaint yourself with your kin. Everyone is waiting for you to address them properly once more."

Old Master Jiang had only just managed to steady his racing emotions.

He occupied the seat of honor, with his various brothers and two sisters seated on the surrounding sofas.

One individual was pressing a handkerchief against his mouth, letting out a soft cough every now and then.

This man had not been present at the gates to welcome Jiang Shiheng earlier.

He was the Third Master Jiang, the Old Master’s third brother. Having been confined to his bed by illness for many years, he could not withstand the drafty outdoors, which was why he had waited inside the hall for Jiang Shiheng’s arrival.

Jiang Shiheng recognized him immediately.

He was struck by the fact that although the Third Master had been sickly twenty years ago, and remained unwell now, he was still clinging to life.

The Second Master Jiang had passed away from his ailments long ago.

With the Second Master gone, the Old Master’s attention naturally turned toward the Third Master Jiang, and his gaze followed.

Jiang Shiheng moved forward a step and greeted him: "Third Uncle."

"Ah, ah... Xiao Sixth, you have finally come home... cough, cough." Third Master could only get those few words out before he began to lose his breath.

The elderly woman standing behind him moved quickly to pat his back, helping him stabilize his breathing.

Jiang Shiheng acknowledged her as well: "Third Aunt."

"Yes, yes, Xiao Sixth still remembers me."

Jiang Shiheng then shifted his gaze toward Fourth Master Jiang, who had already spoken with him at the front gate.

Noticing Jiang Shiheng’s look, Fourth Master Jiang remarked: "I say, Xiao Sixth, perhaps you should check in with that group over there. You still recognize them, don't you?"