Top-tier celebrity's nightly pampering, the abstinent doctor loses control and spoils her.

The May Day holiday was filled with the bright sunshine of spring.

Mr. Song and Mrs. Qu also arranged to return to China, marking the first formal meeting between the two families.

Leng Qinghua took this very seriously and had Lu Chen reserve the largest private room at a high-end Chinese restaurant in City A well in advance.

He even personally oversaw the menu to ensure it was presentable without being overly extravagant.

The day before the meeting, Lu Er was unusually nervous.

Although Song Jingmo's parents had met him when they returned to China last time, that visit was more like a private one.

This time, however, it was a formal meeting between the two families, which had a completely different meaning.

I rummaged through drawers and tried on outfit after outfit, but none of them felt quite dignified.

Song Jingmo remained calm, watching Lu Er pace back and forth in the dressing room like a restless little deer, and couldn't help but pull Lu Er over.

He pulled her into his arms and kissed her: "Don't be nervous, you've already met my parents, they like you very much."

"That's different..."

Lu Er muttered, "This is a formal meeting between the two families, and my brother and sister-in-law are both here, as is your sister."

"Don't worry, I'm here."

Song Jingmo's voice always had a strange, comforting power. "Relax."

Early on May Day, Lu Er was dragged out of bed by Song Jingmo, who tidied her up and the two set off early to pick her up from the airport.

The international arrivals area of ​​the airport was bustling with people.

"Dad, Mom, Nanzhi, you must be tired from your journey."

Song Jingmo stepped forward and took the luggage cart.

"Hello, Uncle and Auntie, hello, Sister Nanzhi."

Lu Er quickly greeted them with a bright smile, looking very well-behaved.

"Ner'er, it's great to see you again. You look so healthy."

Qu's mother smiled and took Lu Er's hand, looking her over carefully with undisguised affection in her eyes. "You look even more energetic than in the last video."

Mr. Song smiled and nodded to Lu Er, saying, "Thank you for coming to pick us up."

Song Nanzhi's voice carried the liveliness unique to young girls: "Hello, sister-in-law!"

Lu Er: "..."

Qu's mother gave Nanzhi a slap: "You child, you can't be silly later."

Song Nanzhi stuck out her tongue: "I know, I promise I'll behave well and be a delicate doll later, and not hold my brother back."

The group got into the car and drove to the agreed-upon restaurant.

In the private room of the restaurant, Leng Qinghua had already arrived with Lu Chen and Luo Bingbing.

Seeing Song Jingmo lead his parents and sister in, Leng Qinghua stood up from the main seat, a polite and reserved smile on her face, and went to greet them.

"You must be tired from your journey. Welcome back home."

Leng Qinghua's voice was not loud, but carried the warmth and tact befitting a hostess: "This must be Nanzhi, right? She's grown so much, she's so beautiful."

Lu Chen and Luo Bingbing also politely greeted them from the side.

"You're too kind."

Mr. Song responded with a smile, his attitude humble, "We should be thanking you for your hospitality. Over the years, Jingmo has received a lot of your help in City A."

Qu's mother also grasped Leng Qinghua's hand, her tone sincere: "Yes, Sister Qinghua, when we were in school, Jingmo often bothered your family, and later he and Er'er..."

"Our two children wouldn't be where they are today without your understanding and support. We remember it all and are truly grateful."

Leng Qinghua's smile widened: "It's all the children's own destiny. Please sit down. You must be tired from your journey. Have some tea first."

The two families took their seats as host and guest.

The atmosphere eased as Qu's mother and Leng Qinghua chatted. Luo Bingbing had a cheerful personality, and everyone chatted easily.

Lu Chen chatted with Song's father about macroeconomic and scientific research topics, and they got along quite well.

Lu Er and Song Jingmo sat to the side, watching the parents on both sides chatting happily, and the weight that had been hanging over their hearts finally lifted.

The dishes on the table were exquisite and delicious.

Qu's mother put down her spoon and looked at Leng Qinghua: "Sister Qinghua, as parents, we are away from home all year round, so it is inevitable that we will not be able to spend enough time with and take good care of our children."

"We are very relieved that Jingmo and Er'er are together. They love each other, and that's more important than anything else. We sincerely hope that they can be happy together."

Leng Qinghua wiped her mouth with a tissue: "Xiao Er was a bit impulsive, and then she went into the entertainment industry. Luckily, she's settled down now. Jing Mo is steady and responsible, so I don't have any worries with him watching over her."

Mr. Song said calmly, "Xiao Er is a good child. He's smart, thoughtful, and sentimental. As his elders, we support all their decisions."

After dinner, Song Jingmo drove his parents and sister home.

Lu Er then followed Leng Qinghua, Lu Chen, and Luo Bingbing back to the old house.

As Lu Chen drove, he glanced at his younger brother, who still had a smile on his face, in the rearview mirror and couldn't help but tease him, "Wow, you actually managed to snag Song Jingmo."

"Not only did their parents not beat you up with a broom, but they're also so pleased with you. You little brat, did Dr. Song cast a spell on you?"

Lu Er raised her chin and snorted, "What do you mean by 'I tricked you into it'? Bro, get this straight, Song Jingmo liked me back in high school."

"He's had a crush on me for so long, and I was the one who almost got tricked!"

Luo Bingbing laughed and replied, "Yes, yes, our Xiao Er is very charming. But Jing Mo is really a good kid; he makes you feel at ease just by looking at him."

"From now on, live a good life with Jingmo."

Leng Qinghua's voice softened considerably, "For a family like his, it's incredibly difficult for his parents to agree to you two being together. You should cherish this relationship and be sensible."

"Although you're no longer in the entertainment industry, you still run an entertainment company, so there will inevitably be all sorts of messy things going on. Try to keep a low profile in the future."

"Don't be like before, constantly making headlines over trivial matters and giving people something to talk about. A steady and methodical approach is better for both of you and for both of your families."

Lu Er felt a warmth in her heart and nodded earnestly, "I understand, Mom, I'll be careful."

While driving, Lu Chen asked, "By the way, have you and Jingmo considered marriage?"

This question caused a moment of silence in the car.

Lu Er was stunned for a moment, and before she could answer, Leng Qinghua spoke up: "As long as two people truly love each other, whether or not they have that piece of paper is not important."

"Jingmo's parents' background makes many things sensitive. If you get married, it could be used against you by people with ulterior motives, which wouldn't be good for them."

Song Jingmo's parents hold important positions and have sensitive identities, so the simpler and more low-key their family relationships are, the better.

If she and Song Jingmo were to register their marriage abroad and become legal spouses, and this were to be discovered by the media or by people with ulterior motives, it might affect the jobs of Song's parents.

Lu Er: "My aunt asked me and Jingmo privately if we wanted to go abroad to get our marriage certificate."

Luo Bingbing asked curiously, "Then you guys..."

I didn't agree.

Lu Er smiled and said, "I told my aunt that my mom hadn't agreed yet, so it was a bit too early to get a marriage certificate."

"And like Mom just said, getting a marriage certificate will have some impact on Uncle and Auntie, and Song Jingmo and I don't need that piece of paper to prove anything."

Lu Chen's eyes held a hint of approval and pride.

My younger brother has really grown up and is now more thoughtful about things.