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Huo Zhekun was extremely proud that his son could participate in a national-level project, and his pride was evident in his words.

But as a mother, Jiang Lifang was even more worried about her son's marriage.

"Son, you said this project is very important. Will it take a long time?" Jiang Lifang asked. Tian Tian is currently abroad and it's unknown when she will return.

One is in the south, the other in the north, when will they be able to be together?

Huo Yingjie nodded and said, "Yes, barring any unforeseen circumstances, it will probably take three or four years. Sigh... that's too long."

"Yes, we were planning to arrange your engagement during the New Year, and Tian Tian would get married after she turned eighteen," Jiang Lifang said. "Who knew this would happen!"

"Long hair, short wits. Yingjie is incredibly fortunate to participate in such a project; it will be a valuable political asset for him in the future. A real man shouldn't be preoccupied with romance; making achievements is the most important thing." Huo Zhekun's thoughts were more masculine.

“Even if you achieve great things, you still need to carry on the family line,” Jiang Lifang said, displeased. “When you were young, you didn’t have such lofty ambitions. Why are your demands so high when it comes to your son!”

In front of his son, Huo Zhekun felt a little embarrassed and said, "Alright, the transfer order has already come, it's too late to say anything now. Since you're going, do your job well. Make a name for yourself, and then you can get married, wouldn't that be better?"

Jiang Lifang knew that her nagging was useless, but in the end she still encouraged her son to do his job well, but also to eat more and take care of his health.

“Your parents aren’t around, so please take good care of yourself,” Jiang Lifang said. “If you can, please write to us.”

“Okay, Mom!” Huo Yingjie said. This time, the secrecy was very tight, and it was impossible for him to return until the research and development was successful. As for writing letters, that was probably out of the question too.

Taking advantage of his free time over the past two days, Huo Yingjie wrote dozens of letters to his parents, asking them to send them to He Tiantian separately. Then, he bid farewell to his parents, packed his luggage, and headed to Yanjing under the escort of Li Yunzhong and Zhang Aijun.

He Tiantian is also preparing to return to China from the United States.

To avoid unnecessary trouble, He Tiantian had not written to anyone in China, so He Jingyu and Wang Shuping were unaware that their daughter was returning and bringing a very important person with her.

Bai Qiongyu had already made arrangements and went to Paris ahead of time.

Bai Qiongyu has more to consider. France established diplomatic relations with China in the 1960s, and compared with Sino-US relations, Sino-French relations are more harmonious. Therefore, she plans to gradually shift her work focus to France to facilitate her future work and life.

Bai Qiongyu originally wanted to keep Xianglan, but Xianglan refused and insisted on seeing the young master and young mistress.

Grandma Qi was also very busy, as she was returning to her hometown to pay respects to her ancestors, and Qi Shuliang's family of four were going back with her.

Qi Shuliang has handed over the work to trustworthy people and found a third party to supervise it. He has also established some rules so that even if Qi Shuliang is away for several months, nothing will happen to the company.

This trip went relatively smoothly. We flew directly to Paris, stayed there for two days, and then, together with Bai Qiongyu, Xianglan, and two mysterious members of the Bai family, boarded a plane to Yanjing.

Because it was an official event, many people came to greet us after we got off the plane.

While Qi Shuliang and Bai Qiongyu were being received, He Tiantian unexpectedly met Huo Yingjie in Yanjing.

When Huo Yingjun returned home, he saw his cousin Huo Yingjie there and said, "Yingjie, what brings you here?"

"I received a transfer order from the Commission of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defense to come to Yanjing for assembly," Huo Yingjie said. "Weren't you in the United States? Why are you back at this time? Where's Tiantian?"

Huo Yingjie was a little excited and asked a series of questions.

"So many questions, let me answer them one by one, don't rush," Huo Yingjun said with a smile. Seeing his younger brother's impetuous manner, which was typical of a young man, he found it quite amusing.

"Speak quickly," Huo Yingjie urged.

He's gone now, and who knows when he'll be back!

If he could see Tian Tian, ​​it would be a pleasant surprise, and he could arrange some things.

"This time, Tian Tian, ​​Grandma Qi has brought her family back," Huo Yingjun said. "I have good news for you: He Tian Tian has found her grandmother abroad, the head of the Bai family in America!"

Huo Yingjun was stunned. How could Tian Tian, ​​who had gone to America, still be able to find her grandmother?

By the way, didn't Uncle He say that his mother had passed away? How did she end up in America?

"Is she really Sweetie's grandmother?" Huo Yingjie asked, half believing and half doubting. He had no recollection of her at all.

“Yes, once you see her, you’ll completely believe me. Tian Tian looks a lot like her grandmother,” Huo Yingjun said. “They’re at the state guesthouse. If you want to see her, I can take you there.”

"Brother, you're my own brother," Huo Yingjie said with a smile, "I'll see Tian Tian first."

As for my grandmother, well, it would be best if we could reunite.

Now that things are out in the open, it's unlikely to cause any trouble for Tian Tian, ​​Uncle He, or Aunt Wang.

Huo Yingjie arrived at the state guesthouse and, after a thorough search, finally reached He Tiantian's room.

He Tiantian is jet-lagged and is fast asleep.

Upon entering, I saw Bai Qiongyu and Xianglan.

"Handsome, this is..." Bai Qiongyu got to know Huo Yingjun a little along the way and called him by his name.

Huo Yingjun smiled and introduced, "This is my cousin, Huo Yingjie."

"Huo Yingjie?" Bai Qiongyu was taken aback, recalling what her granddaughter had told her about their childhood sweetheart.

Since he was her future grandson-in-law, Bai Qiongyu's eyes held a more scrutinizing gaze.

Bai Qiongyu exuded her full aura as she looked at Huo Yingjie.

Having seen many important figures, Huo Yingjie was completely unconcerned and calmly but solemnly accepted Bai Qiongyu's scrutiny.

Regardless, the other party was He Tiantian's elder, and he had to give them enough respect.

The living room was quiet, and both Xianglan and Huo Yingjun felt the pressure.

However, Xianglan knew that her mistress was testing Huo Yingjie, and she couldn't offer any advice.

Huo Yingjun, standing to the side, felt his head spin; this old lady was indeed extraordinary!

After a long while, Bai Qiongyu smiled slightly and said, "Not bad, a promising young man!"

Huo Yingjie bowed and said, "Thank you for your praise, Grandmother!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Qiongyu frowned. This kid was too good at taking advantage of the situation.

Whether he could become her grandson-in-law remained to be seen, so Bai Qiongyu did not agree and asked, "Xianglan, has Tiantian gotten up yet?"

"I'll go see right away, Miss." Xianglan finally breathed a sigh of relief. To receive praise from her mistress proved that Huo Yingjie was a good young man.

He Tiantian was sleeping soundly, completely unaware that her grandmother and Huo Yingjie had already clashed.

"Sweetie, Sweetie, wake up. Huo Yingjie is here to visit you." Xianglan sat down next to He Tiantian, patted her shoulder, and whispered.

He Tiantian closed her eyes and mumbled, "I must be dreaming!"

Xianglan chuckled, finally seeing the young lady's childlike side. She gently patted her and said, "Young lady, get up. Huo Yingjie has really come. If you don't get up, we won't be able to see him after we leave Yanjing."

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I recommend my friend, Kanluo Tudou, to his masterpiece of Xianxia (fantasy/cultivation). It tells the story of a witch's daily life as she cultivates immortality. After being reborn, the demon tycoon Yu You discovers that the sky has been riddled with holes by a soul from another world. This soul not only steals her opportunities but also her man. Enraged, Yu You embarks on a life of slaying gods and Buddhas alike.

(To be continued.)