Ling Ruonan felt a bit uneasy after mentioning this matter.
She originally thought her grandfather would be very excited, and she was prepared for Ling Jinhua to get angry.
Unexpectedly, Ling Jinhua had no reaction at all and remained very calm.
While Ling Ruonan let out a sigh of relief, she also found it quite unbelievable.
Has grandfather’s attitude changed that much?
While Ling Ruonan was lost in thought, Ling Jinhua continued, "Nannan, you’re about to get married, and although your grandfather is old and not very mobile, I must come and have a celebratory drink at your wedding. You must save me a seat then. I want to see you in your wedding dress with my own eyes. This day is twenty years late, but I must personally witness it... Haha, attending my granddaughter’s wedding is one of life’s happy occasions. I hope to take part in more weddings of the younger generation in the future."
"Grandfather, the main reason I came today was to ask if you’d be willing to attend my wedding!" Ling Ruonan’s eyes were slightly red as she spoke, her voice choked with emotion, "I’m so grateful that you and Dad are willing to attend my wedding!"
Today’s unexpectedly good behavior from Ling Mingrui and Ling Jinhua made Luo Ziling feel a bit unreal.
Ling Ruonan felt the same way; she not only found it unbelievable but also deeply moved.
"Silly girl, you’re my granddaughter, your father’s daughter. How could we not attend your wedding?" Ling Jinhua rarely showed a kind expression. He touched Ling Ruonan’s head and gestured before speaking gently, "Just last night, I dreamed of when you were so young. Back then, you clung to your grandfather all day, pulling at my beard, refusing to kiss your grandfather’s face, saying the beard was prickly. Your grandmother was also around then, and she doted on you the most."
Ling Jinhua’s emotional words instantly triggered Ling Ruonan’s tears.
Her tears rolled down uncontrollably, she wanted to speak but couldn’t find the words.
When she was little, her grandfather and grandmother indeed loved her dearly.
Especially her grandmother, she was the most doted on among all the grandchildren.
Sadly, her grandmother passed away many years ago.
Ling Jinhua looked at Ling Ruonan with a full face of nostalgia, his voice still as gentle as before: "Time flies so fast, soon you’ll be a grandmother, and my life is almost over. Although my life has been turbulent, witnessing countless historical moments, there are also many regrets. But now, I have come to terms with it. Life is like this; you bring nothing when you’re born and take nothing when you die. When you close your eyes, there’s nothing left; all riches become transient. I only wish our Ling Family descendants can live harmoniously and not fight amongst each other. Also, I hope to see the Ling Family as a five-generation family."
Seeing Ling Jinhua’s pure gaze as he spoke, Luo Ziling wanted to tell him that the Ling Family is already five generations.
Chen Xiaoyi gave birth to a daughter, Ling Ruonan has become a grandmother, Ling Jinhua’s granddaughter already has a granddaughter, and there are five generations now.
In the current era, having five generations in one household is quite remarkable. Even families with four generations are not common!
Ling Jinhua continued, "Nannan, you must remember this: whether it’s your father or your grandfather, we hope you live a happy life. Back then, wanting you to marry into the Yang Family was mainly for family interests, but another important reason was recognizing Yang Yunfeng’s good character. Why not choose Yang Yunlin? It’s because his character wasn’t suitable. Yang Yunfeng is excellent in all aspects, with no bad traits; he treats you well and has always liked you. We thought you would be happy marrying him. But we didn’t realize your stubbornness; once you made up your mind, you wouldn’t change your decision..."
Ling Ruonan was already sobbing uncontrollably. Ling Jinhua’s words sounded like he was delivering his last wishes.
"Grandfather, I don’t blame you!" She took the tissue Luo Ziling handed her, wiped her eyes hard, and said chokingly, "I know there could have been a better way, but I acted impulsively, refusing to heed your advice, so things turned out this way."
"I don’t mind the past, just think I wronged you, my granddaughter, wasting your youth. You spent twenty unhappy years, with the family scattered across, and now finally reunited after much difficulty, yet facing so many issues." Ling Jinhua patted Ling Ruonan’s arm, smiling as he said, "Your parents have given you a dowry, and grandfather will certainly give you a generous gift, otherwise, it wouldn’t be appropriate!"
Luo Ziling couldn’t wait for Ling Jinhua to say this, so he couldn’t help but ask, "Great Grandfather, what wedding gift will you give my parents? You wouldn’t give the old house to my mom, would you?"
"Your grandparents gave them a house, so I can’t do the same. I won’t give the old house." Ling Jinhua wasn’t surprised by Luo Ziling’s joking remark, he laughed cheerfully and continued, "You don’t lack money, so I won’t give that either."
"Then what will Great Grandfather give?" Luo Ziling asked curiously.
Ling Jinhua patted Ling Ruonan’s arm and said seriously, "Actually, Nannan can ask me directly for something."
"Grandfather, I don’t lack anything now." Ling Ruonan shook her head, "Just having grandfather attend our wedding is the best gift, I have no other requests."
"I’ll announce it at the wedding!" Ling Jinhua didn’t heed Luo Ziling’s curiosity, he teased, "There should be many important people present that day, wouldn’t it be livelier to announce in front of everyone?"
"Great Grandfather, with what you just said, I will be curious enough to not sleep well every day!" Luo Ziling laughed, "I’m sure my mom is just as curious, you make us feel uneasy!"
"Alright, let’s not talk about it now!" Ling Jinhua signaled for Luo Ziling to help him up, "It’s meal time, we should eat!"
"Ling’er, help Great Grandfather up together, let’s go eat!" Ling Ruonan gave Luo Ziling a hint.
Luo Ziling understood, and without asking further, helped Ling Ruonan support Ling Jinhua.
The evening dishes were quite good. Ling Jinhua used six dishes and one soup to entertain Luo Ziling and Ling Ruonan.
Usually providing four dishes and one soup for guests, adding two extra dishes was quite rare.
Despite feeling grateful for the affection Ling Jinhua showed today, Ling Ruonan remained puzzled, unable to understand why Ling Jinhua suddenly changed his attitude. She also feared they might face adverse situations afterward, thus she felt a bit uneasy.