Chapter 456

The trio stepped through the threshold.

Luna White's fingers trembled slightly, her heart pounding like a drum. Meeting her in-laws for the first time—who wouldn't be nervous?

Andrew Smith carried their luggage in one hand while firmly gripping her icy fingers with the other. "Don't worry, I'm here," he murmured, his deep voice steady and resolute. "If they give you trouble, we leave immediately."

She squeezed his hand in return, drawing warmth from his touch.

"Dad! Andrew brought his wife home!" Andrew Gao's booming announcement startled everyone in the living room.

Luna lifted her gaze to a room full of people.

The familiar face of Wei Shufen came into view, her smile so artificial it stung. Beside her sat an elderly man with sharp eyes and graying temples. The old man's expression softened with relief when he saw them.

"Mom, Dad, we're back," Andrew said, never letting go of Luna's hand.

An Cheng gave a slight nod. "Good to have you home."

"Let me see—were you hurt anywhere?" The elder scrutinized his son, exhaling in relief when he found him unharmed.

"Dad, this is Luna White, my wife." Andrew's voice was firm. "We're legally married, with the entire battalion as witnesses."

Only then did An Cheng study Luna properly. The delicate-looking young woman before him had stood beside his son through gunfire—such courage deserved respect.

"The journey must have been tiring," he said simply, his tone conveying acceptance.

Wei Shufen beamed and beckoned. "Come, sit by me. When we first met, I never imagined you'd be so brave. You and Andrew are truly meant to be."

Her affectionate demeanor made it seem as though past conflicts had never existed.

Andrew guided Luna to the opposite sofa without hesitation.

"Second Brother!" Andrew Xiang suddenly slammed the table and stood. "Mom invited her over—is this how you respond? Dr. White, don't you know basic manners when elders call for you?"

"Third Brother." Andrew's gaze turned icy. "This is our family matter. I decide who deserves respect."

"You—" Andrew Xiang's face flushed with anger. "Don't think your achievements make you untouchable! Have you forgotten how Mom packed your gear before every mission? This is how you repay her?"

Like a protective hen, he shielded Wei Shufen—the only mother he'd ever known.