I Became a Medical Genius in the 80s

Chapter 363 - 362: Saving Face

"Second Sister, did I offend you?" Tian Ying said coldly.She was somewhat afraid of this second sister, who never considered her words and actions. She would speak out against her in front of everyone, and it was so cutting that she couldn’t even refute it. Therefore, she wouldn’t easily provoke this second sister.

Tian Qiu continued to rest her chin on her hand and leisurely asked back, "Did Sitiang offend you?"

Tian Ying was left speechless, feeling a bit displeased. Since when did Tian Qiu and the rural-descended granddaughter Beisitian become so close? Even her second sister, who always looked down on others, was speaking for her. This made Tian Ying dislike Beisitian even more.

Although Tian Qiu was overall better-looking than her, they had grown up together with different styles, so Tian Ying didn’t think much of it.

But Beisitian was also fair-skinned and delicate, much more refined than her, which made her unhappy, especially those big double eyelids—so annoying to look at!

Tian Ying had always been hung up on her single eyelids. In fact, she had hidden double eyelids, which made makeup difficult to apply. If she had double eyelids, she would look even prettier!

Tian Ying’s mind wandered off somewhere, and she fell silent.

Seeing that she no longer provoked Beisitian, Tian Qiu didn’t say anything further.

Tian Lei greatly admired his second sister. She could silence even their fourth aunt, let alone Tian Ying, who was no match, period!

Tian Jun walked in from the other side and sat at the head of the small table. As soon as he sat down, even Tian Qiu behaved herself, and Tian Ying didn’t dare to speak carelessly.

"It’s the first time for Tian Ying and Tian Zhi to meet Sitiang, right? Have you greeted her?" Tian Jun asked Tian Ying and Tian Zhi.

Tian Qiu glanced playfully at Tian Ying, who said unchangedly, "Yes, we have." She acted as if she didn’t see Tian Qiu’s mocking look.

Tian Zhi nodded as well; he had already called her cousin when they first sat down.

"Alright, let’s wait for the meal," Tian Jun said, glancing at Beisitian, who was sitting there with downcast eyes and lightly rubbing her cup, as if deep in thought. He didn’t say anything more.

When everyone was gathered, Tian Heming cheerfully said, "This week’s family dinner is different from usual; our family is welcoming a new member, whom none of you have met. Even the younger ones, Xiaoying and Xiao Zhi, haven’t met her. Come, Beibei, come over to your grandpa."

Tian Heming treated Beisitian like any younger family member.

Beisitian got up and went over to Tian Heming. Tian Qinghui wanted to stand up but restrained himself. Giving up his seat to his niece would be inappropriate and raise others’ suspicions.

"I personally recognized Sitiang. From now on, in this family, she can come and go freely like the other children. If anyone has an objection, they can take it up with this old man," Tian Heming bluntly declared Beisitian’s status, preventing the aunts from having other thoughts.

Tian Ying poked the small dish in front of her with her chopsticks, all the while sneering internally. So, Beisitian was like Lin Daiyu, merely a guest relying on them Tian family.

Even in a big and prosperous family, there are still troubles; some impoverished relatives are bound to cling on. Beisitian likely capitalized on being the daughter of Mei Jun’s sister, who knows how she showcased herself or sought pity in front of the grandparents to gain their favor.

Tian Ying held significant disdain for Beisitian, showing indifference on her face.

Su Lan, being sociable and having received a gift from Beisitian, was the first to smile and say, "Such a beautiful niece like Sitiang, we’re all very welcoming."

Gao Ya, as the eldest daughter-in-law, was even better at handling matters. She took out a red envelope and handed it to Beisitian with a smile, "Meeting Sitiang for the first time, this is a little token from your eldest aunt."

Although Beisitian was in her twenties, she felt odd receiving red envelopes. Seeing this, Dong Fengzhen said, "Beibei, just accept it. It’s a gesture from your aunts."

Understanding that not accepting would be impolite, Beisitian took it and thanked her.

Tian Qinghui’s mouth slightly curved upward upon seeing this, having secretly instructed his wife to put more money inside.

Gao Ya was sharp; her husband rarely gave such explicit instructions for such matters, and though not explained, she added an extra hundred. While others might have given two hundred, hers contained three hundred.

Three hundred for a red envelope was indeed quite substantial!

Second Aunt Feng Yue, like her husband, loved to show off, but unlike him, who always acted lavishly for face, she was good at saving. Despite agreeing to give two hundred due to Beisitian’s beauty, she felt it was unnecessary for a mere niece, so her envelope contained only one hundred.

After all, no one could see it. Even if Beisitian opened it and found out, she couldn’t come over and question it, could she?

Third Aunt Su Lan had already given a gold bracelet, which was also quite valuable, so she didn’t need to give anything further.

Lei Yehong had been reprimanded by the elderly lady and kicked out. She didn’t dare to cause more trouble that day, so although unhappy, she still gave a red envelope with only fifty yuan inside.

Fifth Aunt Shao Jia Min was gentle and kind. Knowing her husband didn’t make it last time, their red envelope was lacking. Thus, apart from her own, she also included Tian Qingyao’s inside, totaling five hundred yuan.

Having just met Beisitian for the first time, she couldn’t say if she liked her or not, but she thoroughly observed decorum. She wouldn’t allow anyone to say anything inappropriate about the fifth family, not like the second or fourth family, who had their private little schemes.

The old lady’s eyes were sharp; she understood everything, including Lei Yehong’s demeanor over the years, but she never voiced it.

Beisitian received a round of red envelopes, feeling even more embarrassed. She knew some might lack sincerity, but since everyone upheld decorum, she couldn’t embarrass Lei Yehong publicly.

Fortunately, she had prepared extra talismanic water, so she wasn’t worried about not having enough.

"Thank you, uncles and aunts. Sitiang doesn’t have much else to give, but I have prepared some homemade medicine to strengthen the body and replenish energy for you."

Sitting at the small table, Tian Ying couldn’t help but roll her eyes. Was this niece shameless? Even if she had just bought some malt milk or honey, it would have been more respectable than giving homemade medicine—what was that all about?

Tian Ying absolutely wouldn’t drink it, not knowing what kind of negative effects the medicine might have!

Tian Qiu and Tian Lei helped to bring up the small jars, and seeing this, Tian Zhi also joined in to help.

Each small jar was handed to the uncles and aunts, with some looking curious and others indifferent. Lei Yehong didn’t even touch it, simply instructing Tian Lei to place it on the table without giving it another glance.