Rong Sheng is back.

For the first time ever, Rong Yan actually apologized to him and admitted her mistake.

Furthermore, Rong Yan has publicly apologized online for what happened today.

She also apologized to Qiao Chu and Qiao Nuan, as well as to the bodyguards and staff.

Rong Sheng was quite surprised!

He felt somewhat comforted that his daughter had come to this realization.

...

After dinner, Rong Sheng went to the study, and Rong Yan followed him.

This was the first time she had a calm and composed conversation.

"Dad, I know I was wrong. I will never do anything reckless again. I will definitely abide by my duty and not cause trouble. I swear."

Rong Sheng frowned slightly. "Yan Yan, you should go abroad to further your studies. Take advantage of your youth and learn more."

“I miss you all and want to stay by your side. In Haicheng, I will humbly learn from you. Dad, I really won't cause you any more trouble, I promise you. This competition is very important to me, and I want to win and prove my strength.”

Rong Sheng sighed softly and fell into deep thought.

Rong Yan has advanced, which is a good thing.

It is indeed an opportunity.

"Can you do what you say? Can you promise not to let me down?"

"Dad, keep the bodyguards with me. I'll prove you wrong. I was too willful, selfish, and barbaric before. I'm so sorry!"

Rong Sheng was quite surprised that his daughter had become a different person and much more obedient. She finally lowered her head and stopped being a prickly hedgehog.

If his daughter is sincere in correcting her mistakes, he hopes she will keep her word and give her a chance.

"You can continue to participate in the competition, but let me make this clear: if you cause any more trouble, I will definitely send you abroad immediately."

“I understand, and I will definitely listen. If I make a mistake again, I am willing to be punished and go abroad.”

Rong Sheng nodded, looked at his daughter, and said meaningfully, "Yan Yan, don't be too outstanding. Be more low-key, and you'll avoid a lot of trouble. You should also be humble and willing to learn. A person's abilities are limited. Dad is getting old and can't protect you forever. You have to be truly sensible!"

Rong Yan nodded earnestly, "I know, I've finally come to my senses, and I won't be as stubborn as before."

"Alright, stay in Haicheng and focus on preparing for the competition. There are so many judges; they won't target just you. I believe all judges have professional ethics."

"Um!"

Does your face hurt?

She pursed her lips, bit them, and nodded.

Rong Sheng: "I'll have your mom boil two eggs and then she can apply a good compress to your bruises later. I'm sorry, Dad can't control his temper when he's angry!"

Suddenly, Rong Yan felt like crying.

She never expected her father to apologize to her.

"I won't be angry with Dad. I know you're doing this for my own good."

“You are my daughter, of course I want the best for you and want to protect you. But, Dad’s abilities are limited. Sometimes, I hope you will be sensible. Sometimes, I also have to bow down to others. I am not arrogant. There are people who will not give me face. I also have times when I feel helpless.”

"Dad, I understand."

"Don't dwell on unpleasant things. Learn to forget them and let them go, and you will be happy."

Rong Yan nodded seriously again.

...

Yang Lijuan went to boil eggs and also applied a face mask to her daughter's face.

Rong Yan's awareness made her very happy.

No matter how ignorant she is, or how unaware she is of the times, no one can save her.

If you want revenge, you must lie low and wait for the right opportunity before making your move; you cannot act rashly.

Otherwise, you'll definitely lose and gain nothing.

******

Qiao Nuan has decided that she will not be traveling abroad.

She was going to visit Ye Huai on set.

He doesn't get holidays.

There were still announcements on Lunar New Year's Eve, and the only day off was New Year's Day, which was spent in the local area where the film crew was located.

Because we had to rush to film the next day.

...

On Lunar New Year's Eve, the Jiang and Qiao families gathered together for a meal.

This time, it was Qiao Garden's turn to be bustling with activity.

Cheng Ling had a few days of annual leave, and she had already gone back to her hometown, so Xiao Liu was also able to rest.

Jiang Zhi and Qiao Chu invited him to Qiao Garden for New Year's Eve dinner.

Diecuixuan also took a New Year's holiday, and Jiang Zhi and Qiao Chu invited Luo Luo and her daughter to Qiao Garden for New Year's Eve dinner.

Everyone made dumplings together and also helped prepare the New Year's Eve dinner.

...

In the morning, all the couplets at the Jiang family's house were put up, and the servants were given their annual leave.

Both the Jiang and Qiao families also displayed many fresh flowers, adding to the festive atmosphere.

In the afternoon, Jiang Zhi and Xiao Liu took ladders and hung red lanterns, pasted couplets, and decorated the flower beds in Qiao Garden.

Qiao Chu and Qiao Nuan were directing them from the side.

Jiang Chi and Qiao Yijue were playing chess in the living room.

The two of them would occasionally argue about taking back moves.

However, the anger subsided quickly.

The two senior colleagues also started discussing new things.

Jiang Chi: "Recently, I've learned how to watch videos and even shoot them. Have you seen the video I sent you? What do you think?"

Jiang Yan ate nuts on the side, smiling slyly.

Her father insisted that she teach him, and it took her a long time to teach him and Uncle Du before they finally learned it.

Qiao Yijue also had Qiao Nuan and Li Wanyue teach him, and he even had a sparring session with Jiang Chi.

"Not bad, it's better than the videos I made before."

"When our great-grandchild is born, we'll take lots of pictures to document it. When we have free time, we can look at them and have a good laugh."

Qiao Yijue nodded in agreement!

Soon, the two veterans stopped playing chess and huddled together to watch videos.

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