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The whole trip would only take ten days, and He Tiantian didn't want Grandma Wang to have to travel back and forth, since she was getting on in years.

“Okay, then I’ll have Yingjie take you there this afternoon,” He Tiantian said, starting to pack her luggage.

In the afternoon, Huo Yingjie took Grandma Wang to the lakeside courtyard, where she chatted and embroidered with Grandma Qi. It was much more comfortable for her than being with the younger generation.

He Tiantian instructed Huo Yingjie to buy more fresh meat for the family when he returned. She wanted to cook more meat dishes for her parents-in-law and put them in the refrigerator so that they wouldn't have to eat something casually when they got home from work.

After packing everything up, I made a big bowl of braised pork, braised spare ribs, poached chicken, and other dishes for my mother-in-law.

It can be eaten after being heated slightly.

The couple were deeply moved by their daughter-in-law's thoughtful arrangements.

Even if you have a biological daughter, she wouldn't be as filial as He Tiantian.

The next morning, He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie, along with their child and two bodyguards, boarded the train together.

It was given to me by Secretary Guo.

Even if a Jeep is old and worn out, it's still a car!

With Zhang Aijun and Yunfeng helping to look after them, the journey went smoothly.

Upon arriving in Yanjing, we went directly to the Huo family's old residence.

When Madam Huo received their telegram, she was already waiting at home.

Although they were curious about their arrival, they did not ask.

If the younger generation wants to talk, they can; if they don't want to, then so be it.

She's too old to care about so many things.

After settling the children in, we asked Old Madam Huo to look after them. He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie will go to see Old Lian in the afternoon.

"Young Master Yingjie, you've arrived so quickly!" Old Lian was very hospitable, welcoming Huo Yingjie. It was his honor to be able to help the young master.

Huo Yingjie smiled and said, "Uncle Lian, don't bother! After you get off work later, could you take us to see the house?"

Liancheng smiled and said, "I'm afraid it won't work today. Those people don't live in those houses. I have to make appointments with each one individually. How about tomorrow?"

"Okay, then I'll have to trouble Uncle Lian." Huo Yingjie said, "Then I'll leave it to you."

“It’s nothing, no trouble at all,” Liancheng said. “Let’s meet at Mao’er Hutong at eight o’clock tomorrow morning and go straight to that house.”

"Okay!" Huo Yingjie nodded. "Then we won't disturb Uncle Lian's work."

It's working hours now, so Huo Yingjie and He Tiantian shouldn't stay in Lao Lian's office any longer.

"Young Master Yingjie, Madam, please take care." Liancheng warmly saw them off.

The staff below were very curious to see that Director Lian was so nice.

However, they dared not inquire about the affairs of their superiors.

Seeing that it was still early, He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie went straight to the Overseas Chinese Store to buy more goods to send back to Nanshi.

When I got home that evening, it was just in time for dinner at home.

Song Chunli found He Tiantian to be very kind. She was envious of the people around her who had become rich, but she didn't have a suitable project.

"Tian Tian, ​​Ying Jie, come in and eat quickly. We've been talking about you two," Song Chunli said with a smile, pulling He Tian Tian into the dining room.

Although He Tiantian was not used to Song Chunli's enthusiasm, Song Chunli was an elder, so she could only endure it.

"Mom, Dad, time to eat." Huo Ruimin, wearing a bib, picked up a spoon and ate by herself.

He Tiantian let the two children eat on their own as soon as they could hold a spoon and wanted to feed themselves. Although some food would still be left behind, the children learned to eat by themselves and didn't need to be fed by adults.

However, the prerequisite is that the food must be chopped into very small pieces.

"Okay," He Tiantian said with a smile. "I'm sorry for the delay on the way. I've kept everyone waiting."

"You've come at the perfect time! We were just about to have dinner!" Zhao Huanhuan said with a smile. Seeing how warmly her mother-in-law treated He Tiantian, she guessed what her mother-in-law was thinking.

However, Zhao Huanhuan didn't find it annoying because her mother-in-law was doing this for the good of their family.

"Please sit down," said Madam Huo. "Let's not observe the rules of not speaking while eating or sleeping today. It's rare to be this happy!"

This kind of treatment is only available during the Chinese New Year!

Hearing her mother-in-law say that, everyone relaxed and began to eat while talking quietly, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

After dinner, Song Chunli tried to talk to He Tiantian, but was stopped by Old Madam Huo.

"Alright, you two should take the child upstairs. The train journey must be tiring. We can talk about it later," said Madam Huo kindly, not wanting her eldest daughter-in-law to be too eager and frighten He Tiantian.

"Thank you very much, Grandma." He Tiantian hugged her child and thanked everyone.

Huo Yingjie carried Huo Ruihua, and the couple went upstairs together.

After Huo Yingjie and He Tiantian left, Old Madam Huo said in a low voice, "Take it easy. That matter can't be settled in a day or two. Why are you in such a hurry?"

When Song Chunli heard her mother-in-law say this, she smiled awkwardly and explained, "Mom, I'm just anxious! Look at the Wu family, the Zheng family, and the Zhang family, which one of them doesn't have someone doing business outside? Our family only has a small fixed salary, and we're already being outdone by them."

"Don't worry, things will always be resolved." Old Madam Huo knew a bit about the situation. "The reason why Tian Tian hasn't opened a shop in Yanjing right now must be because she has some concerns. She will definitely tell you when she's ready."

“We’re all family, what’s there to worry about!” Song Chunli was displeased. She thought of Wu’s wife, whom she worked with, who had shown off a pair of shoes that cost over two thousand yuan last month. They were the latest model bought from abroad, and she felt annoyed.

Those who were once inferior to her are now all more glamorous than her.

A pair of shoes cost two thousand yuan, which is ten months' salary for her!

With so much money, if you're only relying on a fixed salary, you can only be envious of others.

She originally wanted to start her own business, but her parents-in-law wouldn't allow it, so she could only pin her hopes on He Tiantian.

“Even close brothers should keep clear accounts. Even if we open a shop, we should make things clear so that we don’t fall out over money,” said Madam Huo. “Although we are family, we can’t take advantage of each other.”

“I didn’t get any advantage. I paid for it and I also put in the effort!” Song Chunli said, somewhat dissatisfied with her mother-in-law’s statement.

"It's good that you think that way," said Madam Huo. "Don't ask about this yourself. I'll inquire about it for you privately. It's better if you're too eager and Tian Tian misunderstands. Besides, Tian Tian's grandmother is coming to our house in a few days, so please be careful."

"I've got it, Mom," Song Chunli said. It was best if her mother-in-law said something when she left; it was more useful than what her aunt could say.

Song Chunli listens to Madam Huo so much because she knows that the old man and the old lady value the eldest son's family and will openly or secretly favor the eldest son's family, which is why she feels so at ease.