When they entered the hotel, the owner was taking pictures. This was a flagship case for his company, after all.

The owner smiled and said, "Come, come! A family of six! Let's take a family portrait, shall we?"

The quadruplets, however, were not so obedient. Seeing the balloons and toys, they were so excited they didn't know which way was up. As soon as they were placed on the high platform, the Fourth Quad scampered off. The Eldest Quad followed closely behind, and the two began to chase each other, leaving the Second and Third Quads looking at each other in bewilderment.

Eventually, each of the babies came over with a toy to have their picture taken. This only lasted for about ten seconds before they all ran off to play again.

Soon, the guests began to arrive one after another.

The first to arrive was Yu Zheng and his family.

Outside the hotel were two huge promotional posters. Once in the lobby, a sign directed guests for the first birthday banquet to the fifteenth floor. Upon arriving on the fifteenth floor, further signs pointed the way. The entire walk showcased the opulence of the five-star hotel.

People in a joyous mood are naturally energized. Lin Feng came over with a smile. "Brother, Sister-in-law, Aunt, and Chuan Chuan!"

Chuan Chuan had already started school; because of his special circumstances, he was now in a preschool class. Yu Zheng was in high spirits. As Chuan Chuan improved, he too had undergone a significant transformation. He had also signed a few big deals this year, so business was booming. Otherwise, how could he have found the time to attend a first birthday party?

Yu Zheng sized up Lin Feng. "You brat, you've gotten even more handsome!"

Lin Feng laughed. "Not nearly as handsome as you, Brother. All your gray hairs are gone."

Yu Zheng chuckled. "I dyed my hair, but it's true, a lot fewer of them have grown back."

Chuan Chuan spotted the balloons and toys inside and tugged on Sun Rou's sleeve, gesturing for her to look. Sun Rou understood what her son wanted. "You two chat. I'll take Chuan Chuan inside first."

The two brothers stood by the entrance. Yu Zheng lit a cigarette and joked with a laugh, "A five-star hotel, not bad at all!"

"I heard you bought a seaside villa? How about letting your brother come and stay for a few days?"

"That's only if you can make it. A busy man like yourself has to find the time first."

"How am I as busy as you? You're the one taking care of the kids and raking in the cash!"

Suddenly, Yu Zheng asked with a grin, "Tell me, if you two had another pregnancy, do you think it would be quadruplets again?"

Lin Feng took a deep breath. "Another pregnancy? Forget it. These four are more than enough for me to handle."

Yu Zheng laughed. "One-year-olds are quite a handful. The old folks have a saying: kids are well-behaved for three years and mischievous for nine. It gets better after that."

"Are you two having another child?"

"Nope. Raising Chuan Chuan is enough for us."

"Then why would you think I'd have another one, Brother?"

"You're rich. Raising ten or so wouldn't be a problem for you."

While the two were bantering, Lin Jiajun and Wang Lu arrived. He had a loud voice and called out, "I could hear you guys from a mile away! What are you talking about that's so fun?"

Wang Lu was very close to her due date, which was in the next few days. She waddled over, her large belly swaying from side to side. He hadn't seen her for several months, and she had put on a lot of weight, looking almost puffy.

I don't remember her being this heavy when she was pregnant with Xiao Wen, Lin Feng thought.

Yu Zheng put out his cigarette. "We were just talking about you becoming a father again. We're happy for you."

"Says the guy who can't have a second child," Lin Jiajun shot back with a roll of his eyes. He pointed at Lin Feng. "Director Lin here got it all in one go. Second, third... he's got them all."

Wang Lu, looking tired, said, "I'm going inside to sit down. You guys talk."

Lin Jiajun helped her along, then turned his head to say, "We'll talk later."

Yu Zheng remarked with a sigh, "Jiajun has changed a lot. He knows how to dote on his wife and child now. He's become a real family man. I was worried he'd get arrogant."

Just as they were talking about Lin Jiajun, Lin Daan and Lin Dahu arrived with their wives. After exchanging pleasantries at the entrance, they went inside laughing.

Next to arrive were Jiang Anmin and Su Qiqi. During Lin Feng's last visit, Jiang Anmin had stopped by his house to talk about his marriage to Su Qiqi. The two had originally planned to get married after graduation. But now, with Jiang Anmin graduated, he was focused on running the store with Lin Jiajun. Their business was booming. He had made some money and had already bought a car and a house for their marriage, which was planned for the following year.

"Director Lin," Jiang Anmin said, walking over with a smile. "I haven't seen you in a few months. You've gotten even more handsome."

Lin Feng chuckled. "Does everyone who sees me make the same joke?"

"It's no joke. You really have gotten more handsome," Jiang Anmin said, not sounding like he was kidding at all.

Lin Feng replied politely, "No matter how handsome I get, could I ever be more handsome than you?"

"See? Now you're the one making fun of me."

Su Qiqi smiled. "You two chat. I'll go inside first."

Jiang Anmin offered a cigarette.

Lin Feng shook his head. "I don't smoke."

Yu Zheng accepted one with a smile. "Thanks."

"Director Lin calls you Big Brother. I'm the same age as him, and we're classmates and friends," Jiang Anmin said to Yu Zheng. "If you don't mind, I'd like to call you Big Brother, too."

"What are you saying? That's too formal between us."

Just then, Chen Miaomiao and her father, Chen Jianguo, arrived.

Chen Jianguo quickly pulled out a pack of cigarettes. "And these two gentlemen are...?"

Lin Feng made the introductions. "This is my aunt's son, Yu Zheng. And this is my classmate and business partner, Jiang Anmin."

Chen Jianguo smiled warmly. "A pleasure to meet you both. I'm Chen Jianguo, Lin Jie's father."

Everyone present had been out in the working world for some time, tempered by society. Chen Jianguo carried himself with an air that suggested he was either very wealthy or held a high position. Ever since his son had been accepted into Jingcheng University, the smile had never left his face. He was joyful and proud, and he looked at his son with a whole new level of admiration.

Chen Jianguo had been to this hotel before and knew how expensive it was. After chatting with Lin Feng and the others for a moment, he went inside.

"That man is quite capable," Yu Zheng commented.

Jiang Anmin clapped his hands. "I knew he looked familiar! He started a company, and it's not a small one either. He was even on the local news."

This was news to Lin Feng.

Yu Zheng simply grunted in acknowledgment.

Then, Meng Liang's parents arrived. Meng Liang introduced his parents with ease, though they seemed a bit reserved. It seemed to be a custom for men to offer cigarettes upon meeting.

Lin Feng waved his hand. "Sorry, Uncle, I don't smoke."

Meng Liang resembled his mother, and the couple looked like honest, decent people. Meng Liang's father quickly offered cigarettes to Yu Zheng and Jiang Anmin, who in turn offered him one of theirs.

Lin Feng smiled. "Quick, go on inside. Chen Miaomiao just arrived a moment ago."

At that moment, Zhou Cuilan came over. "Lin Jie's teacher and other classmates will be arriving later. You might not know some of them."

Lin Feng started walking toward the hall. "In that case, I'll head in to check on the kids."

Upon entering the banquet hall, both Jiang Anmin and Yu Zheng looked astonished.

Yu Zheng looked around. "This place is beautifully decorated."

Jiang Anmin nodded. "Seeing this makes me want to have kids, too."

The four quadruplets and Chuan Chuan were playing on the stage while Zhang Yuxi and Sun Rou watched over them. Anyone looking at the babies would never believe they were only one year old. They looked more like they were a year and a half old, walking steadily and speaking with surprising clarity. Each one was as adorable as a little doll.

It was only then that Zhang Fuyong and Zhao Lizhen finally arrived.

"Dad, Mom."

Zhao Lizhen couldn't help but scold her husband. "That buffoon, your father, booked the wrong flight! We could have been here last night."

Zhang Fuyong felt wronged. "I just got a little confused..." He spotted his grandsons and muttered, "I'm not arguing with you," before walking off.

When Zhao Lizhen saw her grandsons on the stage, she also hurried over. "Yu Xi!"

"Mom, what took you so long?"

The topic annoyed Zhao Lizhen, but today was her grandsons' first birthday banquet, so she held her tongue. "We'll talk about it later. Quick, let me hold my little grandsons!"

Zhao Lizhen spotted Second Quad and rushed over. "Second Quad, do you remember Grandma? I'm your Grandma."

Second Quad looked up; of course she remembered Zhao Lizhen. She smiled sweetly. "Grandma!" Her voice was soft and incredibly pleasant. Her smile was so precious it could melt your heart, making you want to protect her at all costs.

"Come, let Grandma hold you, okay?"

Seeing that Zhang Yuxi was right there, Second Quad toddled over and gave Zhao Lizhen a hug all on her own. Zhao Lizhen was overwhelmed with love for her, hardly knowing how to express her fondness.

"Yu Xi, Second Quad resembles you the most, even down to her personality," she said. "You were just as well-behaved when you were little, so endearing. Oh, our Second Quad is getting more and more beautiful. Who braided her hair? It's so pretty."

Second Quad grabbed her little braid, her expression full of pride. "Daddy! Daddy did it!"

"Really? Then Second Quad's daddy is very talented to dress our little girl up so beautifully."

Second Quad nodded vigorously. "Daddy is su-per good!"

Seeing her siblings playing, Second Quad squirmed, indicating that she wanted to go down. Zhao Lizhen set her down and immediately spotted the quietest of the bunch, Third Quad. While the other babies were chasing each other and playing rough, the quiet Third Quad seemed particularly well-behaved. She was sitting by herself, playing with a balloon.

"Third Quad, come, let Grandma hold you, okay?"

Third Quad was naturally more laid-back. With delicate features that promised she'd be a great beauty one day, she tilted her head and said, "Hold me!"

Delighted, Zhao Lizhen picked her up. "Come, let Grandma have a look. Our Third Quad has gotten even prettier! You'll definitely be more beautiful than your mom when you grow up!"

Third Quad's delicate features, combined with her calm temperament, made her very likable.

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