As I stepped into their resting area, Fu Jia and Aunt Fu immediately stood up. Both of them walked toward me with stiff smiles that didn't reach their eyes.
"Aiyo, Long'er," Aunt Fu said with an awkward laugh as her hand stretched toward the fish I was holding. "You didn't have to come yourself. A good daughter-in-law like you is truly rare."
Fu Jia nodded quickly beside her. "Yes, yes. Sister-in-law is really generous. We knew you wouldn't forget family."
Their fingers were already trying to drag the two fish from my hands.
I didn't let go.
I just stood there, watching them quietly.
Aunt Fu continued sweetly, "You are truly worthy of our son. Look at how thoughtful you are, still thinking about us even after everything."
Behind them, Fu Fong sat up straighter, pretending to stay calm, but the pride on his face was obvious, as if everything happening was only natural.
Then suddenly—
"Pah!"
A loud spit hit the ground.
