A reborn mother longs for her daughter's happiness.

Chapter 234 The Official Announcement of Love: From a World for Two to Family Joy

"Ugh, that training intensity today really wore those guys out, but the results were pretty good." Liu Qicheng hummed a little tune as he opened the door, plopped down on the sofa, and casually sent Yang Xuexue a message: "Baby, I'm done training today, miss you." After sending the message, he leaned back on the sofa, a smile unconsciously creeping onto his face, his mind filled with Yang Xuexue's image. Suddenly, he sat up abruptly, slapping his forehead. "Oh no, I haven't told my family about this big thing yet!"

Liu Qicheng's first target was his eldest sister, Li Shiqing, and her husband, Zhang Chen. This couple was famously loving and were also the family's "intelligence center." Liu Qicheng dialed his sister's number, and as soon as the call connected, Li Shiqing's loud voice came through: "Oh, my busy little brother, what made you think of calling your sister?"

Liu Qicheng chuckled, deliberately keeping her in suspense: "Sis, I have something to tell you, but don't get too excited." Li Shiqing immediately perked up: "You little rascal, stop beating around the bush, just tell me, did your team win the championship?"

Liu Qicheng couldn't help but laugh out loud: "No, it's more important than that. I...I have a girlfriend!"

There was a brief silence on the other end of the phone, followed by Li Shiqing's high-pitched scream: "What? You have a girlfriend? Really? Tell me, who is this girl? Where did you meet her?"

Liu Qicheng was amused by her reaction and quickly said, "Sis, don't get excited, let me tell you slowly. Her name is Yang Xuexue. We were high school classmates, and we recently got in touch again, and then we started dating."

Li Shiqing was so excited that she started nagging on the phone: "Oh my, I knew it! My brother is so outstanding, how could he possibly be single all this time? What does that girl do for a living? Is she nice? You have to treat her well and not bully her."

Liu Qicheng listened and nodded, smiling as he said, "Sister, don't worry, Xuexue owns a bakery. She's very gentle and kind, and she treats me very well."

Just then, Zhang Chen's voice came through the phone: "Hey bro, congratulations! When are you bringing him back so we can meet him?"

Liu Qicheng replied with a smile: "Brother-in-law, I definitely have to meet her. I'll bring her home for dinner when we find a suitable time."

Li Shiqing snatched the phone again: "You'd better hurry up, I can't wait to see what my future sister-in-law looks like."

Liu Qicheng smiled helplessly: "Okay, sis, I know."

Having settled things with his eldest sister, Liu Qicheng decided to strike while the iron was hot and call his second sister, Liu Yixin. Liu Yixin and Fu Yu were a classic case of a bickering but loving couple, always arguing yet also incredibly sweet. When the call connected, Liu Yixin's lazy voice came through: "Hey, little brother, what's up?"

Liu Qicheng used the same trick again: "Second sister, I have something to tell you, but don't be scared."

Liu Yixin scoffed, "What earth-shattering things could you possibly have done? Hurry up and tell me, stop dawdling."

Liu Qicheng took a deep breath: "I have a girlfriend."

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, then Liu Yixin suddenly burst into laughter: "Hahahaha, you're kidding me, you have a girlfriend? You know today isn't April Fool's Day, right?"

Liu Qicheng was both amused and exasperated: "Second sister, I'm serious. I really have a girlfriend. Her name is Yang Xuexue."

Liu Yixin was still skeptical: "Really? You didn't just find someone to impersonate me to fool Mom and Dad, did you?"

Liu Qicheng rolled his eyes helplessly: "Second sister, do I have to be so dramatic? Xuexue really is my girlfriend, and we have a great relationship."

Liu Yixin finally believed it and quickly said, "Wow, you've kept it well hidden. Tell me, what does this girl look like?"

Liu Qicheng patiently explained Yang Xuexue's situation again. After listening, Liu Yixin nodded in satisfaction: "Hmm, that sounds pretty good. But you have to be careful not to let love cloud your judgment. You still need to face the necessary tests."

Liu Qicheng couldn't help but complain: "Second sister, can you not be so rational? This is a relationship, not a business deal."

Liu Yixin said with a smile, "I'm doing this for your own good, you don't understand. By the way, bring it back so your brother-in-law and I can take a look, we'll help you check it out."

Liu Qicheng agreed and hung up the phone.

Finally, Liu Qicheng had to face his parents. He was still a little nervous, after all, this was a life-changing event. That evening, the family sat around the dining table for dinner. Liu Qicheng cleared his throat and said, "Dad, Mom, I have something to tell you."

Li Yuan and Liu Xuan both looked up at him. Li Yuan smiled and asked, "What's wrong, son? Is there something wrong at work?"

Liu Qicheng shook his head, mustered his courage, and said, "I have a girlfriend."

Li Yuan was taken aback at first, then a delighted smile spread across her face: "Really? That's wonderful, son! Tell me quickly, what kind of person is this girl?"

Liu Xuan smiled and said, "Not bad, son, you've finally figured it out."

Liu Qicheng explained Yang Xuexue's situation in detail. Li Yuan listened and nodded repeatedly: "She sounds like a nice girl. Bring her over when you have time so your parents can meet her."

Liu Qicheng nodded quickly: "Okay, Mom, I understand."

Liu Xuan put down his chopsticks and said seriously, "Son, it's a good thing to be in a relationship, but you also have to remember to be responsible for the girl."

Liu Qicheng nodded solemnly: "Dad, don't worry, I will definitely treat Xuexue well."

From that day on, Liu Qicheng's life became more fulfilling and sweet. He eagerly anticipated the day he would introduce Yang Xuexue to his family, imagining the harmonious interactions she would have with them. Yang Xuexue, too, according to Liu Qicheng's descriptions, was filled with curiosity and anticipation for this loving family.

The afternoon sun shone warmly on the bakery counter. Yang Xuexue was humming a cheerful tune as she carefully decorated a strawberry cake when her phone suddenly rang. Looking at the caller ID, she saw it was her mother.

"Hey, Mom! What made you think of calling me today?" Yang Xuexue said with a smile, adding the last cream flower to the cake as she spoke.

On the other end of the phone, Yang's mother's voice was full of affection: "What, can't I call my darling daughter if there's nothing wrong? Mom just wants to ask if you've been busy lately? Have you eaten yet?"

Yang Xuexue carefully placed the cake into the display case and replied with a smile, "Mom, I'm not busy. I just finished making a cake. I've already eaten, so don't worry about me." She hesitated for a moment before deciding to speak up, "Mom, I have something to tell you."

"Oh, judging from your tone, what's going on? It sounds so mysterious." Mrs. Yang's curiosity was immediately piqued.

Yang Xuexue took a deep breath and said in one go, "Mom, I...I have a boyfriend!"

There was a brief silence on the other end of the phone, followed by a burst of laughter: "Haha, I knew it! My darling is so outstanding, how could no one be pursuing him? Tell Mom, who is this young man?"

Yang Xuexue leaned against the counter, her face flushed with happiness: "His name is Liu Qicheng. He's my high school classmate. We hadn't been in touch for a while, but we ran into each other again recently, and we gradually got together."

"A high school classmate? That sounds like quite a coincidence. What does this young man do for a living?" Mrs. Yang asked.

"He's a football club coach, so sunny and responsible, and he's incredibly kind to me," Yang Xuexue said, unable to stop praising Liu Qicheng.

Mrs. Yang chuckled and teased, "Oh, judging from your tone, you're completely smitten. What's he like as a person?"

"Mom, he's a really good person, very upright and kind, and also very ambitious. Don't worry, I have excellent taste," Yang Xuexue said confidently.

Mrs. Yang laughed: "Okay, as long as you like him. Remember to bring him home when you have time, so I can give my opinion."

"Okay, Mom, I'll definitely bring him back when we find a suitable time. Please don't be too serious, or you'll scare him," Yang Xuexue said half-jokingly.

"What would I do to him? Don't worry, Mom just wants to see which young man stole my darling's heart." Mrs. Yang laughed heartily.

After hanging up the phone, Yang Xuexue looked at the exquisite cakes displayed in the shop, imagining the scene of going home with Liu Qicheng to meet his parents in the future, and a smile couldn't help but appear on her lips. Sharing the news of their relationship filled her with a sweet feeling, like a freshly baked cake, overflowing with joy.