Lin Changzheng noticed the shock on Xue Jingru and Xia Weiguo's faces, and said with a kind smile, "You don't need to be so nervous. Song Zhi and I are retired. Just treat us as ordinary people."
"Alright, Xia Weiguo, hurry up and make tea for the two former leaders!"
Xue Jingru claimed not to be nervous, but her hands trembled severely.
Xia Xue also appeared uneasy. As a former captain of the Dark Squad, Xia Xue had heard of the legendary deeds of these two elders.
She truly couldn't believe that the two revered senior figures admired by the masses were Lin Feng's grandparents.
"Xia Xue, you don't need to be so formal. Your grandmother and I saw your photos and information before coming. We are very pleased with you as our granddaughter-in-law."
Lin Changzheng sat on the sofa, his back straight and his voice full of vigor, exuding the demeanor of a former leader.
"Yes, extremely pleased. It is a blessing to our Lin family that Xiao Feng can find such a good wife."
Song Zhi beckoned Xia Xue closer, signaling her to come nearer.
How could Xia Xue dare to be negligent at the invitation of this old lady? After all, Song Zhi was once the beloved mother figure in the eyes of countless people.
Even though the era that belonged to Lin Changzheng and his generation had ended, many still affectionately called Song Zhi Grandma Song.
This was the influence of a generation.
"Grandma, what exactly is going on? Lin Feng never mentioned it to me!"
Xia Xue stood before Song Zhi, allowing her to affectionately stroke her small hands. She truly felt overwhelmed and uneasy.
"Mr. Lin, why don't we chat while we eat?"
Xia Weiguo also seemed very flustered, not knowing what to do.
"That's fine, we'll chat while we eat. We're family now, no need to be so formal."
Lin Changzheng stood up, appearing like a neighborly old grandpa, giving off a gentle and approachable feeling, without any airs.
"Little Xia, actually, our two families have a deep connection. It's truly heaven's will that Lin Feng and Xia Xue got together!"
Lin Changzheng said with emotion after sitting down.
"Elder Lin, my father used to be your bodyguard. My father often mentioned you to us."
Xia Weiguo said with a smile.
"That's right, you are very much like your father. The first time I saw you, I was reminded of him."
"It's a pity that medical care was not very good in those years, and your father passed away early."
Lin Changzheng became somewhat melancholic when he mentioned Xia Weiguo's father, as if returning to his own era.
"Elder Lin, you don't need to be too sad. In fact, my father was very happy when he passed away. He said the most glorious thing in his life was serving as your bodyguard."
"He is the pride of our family."
Xia Weiguo secretly wiped away a tear. Mentioning his father, Xia Weiguo's heart was filled with mixed emotions.
"You old man, why bring up unhappy things? Don't forget why we came here,"
Song Zhi gave Lin Changzheng a playful glare.
Lin Changzheng laughed heartily, "You old woman, no need to remind me. Lin Feng is my grandson, and I am his grandfather. There's nothing that can't be said."
"Even if Lin Zhongtian doesn't come to acknowledge this son, I must acknowledge my grandson!"
Lin Changzheng was very forthright and got straight to the point without any beating around the bush. "Lin Feng, your grandmother and I have only just learned of your existence. I put your father under house arrest when we came."
"The Lin family owes you, there's no doubt about that."
"But if you're going to hate anyone, it should be your father, not your grandparents. You cannot disown us!"
Lin Changzheng gazed at Lin Feng. These words of absolving himself of responsibility made him seem quite wronged.
However, if Lin Changzheng had come with humble apologies and emotional pleas, Lin Feng wouldn't have known how to respond.
But Lin Changzheng's direct and forthright attitude made Lin Feng can't help but smile, and his complex emotions gradually calmed down.
"Old sir, you should eat something first. Let me calm down. Suddenly having grandparents, I'm a bit overwhelmed."
Lin Feng scooped a bowl of rice for Lin Changzheng.
"Alright, then you continue to take your time. I'll talk to my granddaughter-in-law, not you."
Lin Changzheng chuckled and looked at the uneasy Xia Xue.
"Little Xue, you haven't had your wedding with our Lin Feng yet, have you? This boy tricked you into his hands but didn't even hold a wedding or give you a proper title!"
"This boy takes after his father. His father is just like that. I'm sorry you've been wronged."
Lin Changzheng's words, instead of helping, caused Lin Feng to nearly spit out the tea he had just taken.
Was this old man here to acknowledge his grandson or to belittle him?
"Grandpa Lin, Lin Feng hasn't wronged me. He has his difficulties, and I'm already very satisfied. The wedding will be made up for later."
Xia Xue replied with a forced smile, also startled by the old man's blunt nature.
"Yes, my daughter has not been wronged. My husband and I truly didn't expect that young Lin was your grandson."
"If we had known our family had climbed so high, my husband and I would have visited you long ago!"
Xue Jingru said humbly.
"Jingru, there's no such thing as 'climbing high.' My wife and I are just ordinary old people, and our Lin family is also an ordinary family. We're not as unapproachable as you think."
"It's just that in this society, everyone likes to compare, everyone likes to compete for superiority. But where are there so many noble families? If you trace back the family tree, everyone originated from humble beginnings."
As Lin Changzheng spoke, he suddenly asked, "Little Xia, does your family have any wine?"
"Ah? Yes, there's wine!"
Xia Weiguo hadn't expected Lin Changzheng's abrupt shift in topic and didn't react immediately.
"Then how about we have a couple of drinks?"
Lin Changzheng said a bit sheepishly.
"Okay, I'll go get the wine."
Xia Weiguo quickly brought out the good wine, which Lin Feng had asked someone to bring last time.
"Not bad, this is special supply liquor from the military. It seems my Lin Feng is quite attentive to you as a father-in-law. Even I, this old man, can't usually get to drink it."
Lin Changzheng took a sip and said with an unexpected smile.
"Military special supply liquor?"
"I haven't heard Little Lin mention it. I just thought it tasted good and asked him to get me more. I had no idea this wine had such a background!"
Xia Weiguo was startled. If Lin Changzheng hadn't mentioned it, he would have continued drinking it as ordinary wine.
"Old sir, don't exaggerate. If you want to drink it, I'll have someone send you some another day."
Lin Feng said with a dry laugh, feeling as if Lin Changzheng was there to stir up trouble.