Several days later, the engagement ceremony was held as planned.
Many people came, familiar faces bringing their most sincere blessings and congratulations.
Today, Qin Liyun and Gu Hai appeared in formal attire to receive the guests, unable to hide the smiles on their faces.
Their daughter was getting engaged. As her parents, they naturally felt both reluctant and happy.
Lin Xianglan was there as well. Since her youth, she had never again worn makeup or dressed herself up. Though she was no longer young and age showed on her face, she put on makeup once more for this occasion.
It made her look several years younger, even to her own surprise.
She could only sigh that the good days had arrived after her youth had faded away. She had missed too many things. Looking back, the past was like a fleeting flower, those bitter memories replaying as if they had happened yesterday, still deeply etched in her mind.
Fortunately, she had a good son who had found such a beautiful daughter-in-law. Today was their engagement celebration, and as their mother, she had not been this happy in a long time.
Once all the guests had arrived and taken their seats, a fitting melody began to play, and everyone turned their eyes toward the front.
Gu Lianyin appeared in a long, snow-white dress. With only simple styling, no heavy makeup or excessive accessories were needed for her to look breathtakingly beautiful.
Many of the guests sighed that Gu Hai had truly raised a wonderful daughter. How had he managed to have such a beautiful child?
As for today's groom, Lin Yuan wore a black suit. He stood straight and tall, looking mature and handsome.
Lin Yuan held Gu Lianyin's hand as they slowly walked into the hall.
"Dear guests, today is