"Okay, go ahead, dinner is ready. Wash up and then come to eat."
Tang Zelin's voice drew out the three children who had been doing homework in the western room.
The first to come out was Lu Tong, who at nine years old seemed a tad taller than the last time Tang Zelin saw him, though he wasn't sure if it was just his imagination.
Following him was the slightly shy Xiaopang today and Xiao'ai, who still clutched her dinosaur and wasn't too talkative.
However, today Xiao'ai did politely greet Tang Zelin with a "Little Uncle" when she saw him.
Tang Zelin was very pleased. He went over and ruffled each child's hair before lifting Xiao'ai up high in the air, filling the room with her giggling laughter.
The children's laughter made the whole house suddenly lit up, filled with joy.
The family of five sat down together and enjoyed a cheerful meal.