Director Sun is both the He Family's neighbor and a leader at the steel factory, so inviting him to witness the event was most appropriate. The remaining individuals are all respected figures in the community.
Director Sun actually did not want to get involved in these family affairs, but since they respected him enough to invite him, he couldn't refuse. Nevertheless, since he was here, he needed to speak up: "Old He, have you thought this through?"
He Sanqiang looked around at everyone in the room: "As trees grow, they branch out; as people age, they form their own families. My wife and I are getting older, and we no longer have the energy to manage this big family. By dividing the family, my wife and I can have a peaceful life, and the children can have more freedom and independence."
Director Sun and the few witnessing neighbors saw that He Sanqiang had said this, so they also made some agreeable comments.
