Mrs. Liu Huang had no reason to refuse when Shu Qin spoke like this; the guests indicating they would prepare their own dinner meant she didn't have to worry about a shortage of food at home. Otherwise, her family would have had to tighten their belts and make do for a while. She was so pleased that she repeatedly agreed, "Yes, yes, no problem, this little matter is nothing to worry about!"
Upon hearing Shu Qin's words, Old Man Liu wanted to say there was no need to be so distant and that it was fine to eat at his place. However, considering the situation at home, he ultimately kept his mouth shut and let his daughter-in-law decide.
