Chapter 370: Brother Ci’s Birthday, Don’t Be Cowardly with Sister (Update 1)

Cao Dayong was hospitalized after suffering a stroke and was diagnosed with advanced cancer, with not much time left.

The power of "Cao Ji" naturally fell into Yu Shangmei's hands.

Cao Dayong had been in the hospital for half a month. Except for the first few times, she refused to visit him afterwards, using the excuse of being busy.

Just one step away from death, Cao Dayong, lying on the hospital bed, suddenly thought of his first wife who had passed away long ago. As the saying goes, there is no harm without comparison, the coldness and ruthlessness of his current wife makes him even more grateful for the deep love of his first wife.

As a result, Jiang Da, his "son", also changed from being hateful to being filial and kind.

Some things cannot stand scrutiny. Once you think about them, you will find out how wrong you are.

Cao Dayong regretted it.

He once had a harmonious family and a deep affection between father and son. Even after his wife passed away, the relationship between him and Jiang Da was not affected, but instead grew stronger.

When did it change?

Cao Dayong knew it very well, but he just didn't want to admit it.

Now that I am about to die, I feel calm about it.

His life's work is "Cao Ji", which must not fall into the hands of outsiders!

So he called a lawyer and drew up a will, which clearly stated in black and white that Jiang Da would inherit "Cao Ji"!

The reason why Jiang Da was so filial and stayed by his master's bedside was simply because he had promised his master's wife that he would be by his master's bedside to see him off to the end of his life, and not let him die alone. That was all.

As for the inheritance rights, to be honest, he never thought about it from beginning to end.

But the more he didn't want it, the more Cao Dayong insisted on giving it to him.

Only at the last moment of life can one see clearly the good and evil in people's hearts, but it is too late.

After Cao Dayong's death, his lawyer produced the will. Yu Shangmei and her son were dissatisfied and filed a lawsuit, refusing to recognize the legality of the will on the grounds that Cao Dayong was not conscious.

Due to the inheritance dispute, Cao Ji’s turnover plummeted and its reputation was also affected.

The first instance court ruled that the will was invalid, but there was no blood relationship between Jiang Da and Cao Dayong. "Adoption" was just a folk term and was not protected by law. Jiang Da did not have the right of inheritance.

As the legal wife, Yu Shangmei inherited all of Cao Dayong's inheritance.

Jiang Da did not appeal and left City F that day.

He had nowhere to go and could only return to the Jiang family.

After Qiu Shufen found out, she first blamed Jiang Da for being cowardly and not being able to keep the duck that was right in his mouth, and losing such a large inheritance in vain.

Then he cursed Yu Shangmei, saying that she had a black heart and a rotten liver and would not die a good death.

Jiang Da, who had no job, could only stay at home. After a long time, his mother and brothers began to dislike him.

It was not until he married Han Yunru that the relationship between mother and son was completely ruptured and he was kicked out of the house by Qiu Shufen.

"Ahem...that's about it."

Jiang Xiaodi pouted and ran over, caressing Jiang Da's back with his soft palm: "Daddy, you are so pitiful..."

Jiang Da was very pleased.

The next second, he continued, "So much money is gone just like that."

Old father: “?” Is this a money issue? !

Jiang Xiaodi was still trying to calm him down: "But it doesn't matter, it's gone anyway... although it's still a bit of a pity..."

Jiang Da: “…”

"Why have I never heard you say this before?" Han Yunru asked.

"It's all in the past. There's nothing much to say."

But looking at Jiang Da's expression, it was clear that he couldn't let go.

"Why did the three fat guys come to see you?"

Jiang Da pursed his lips slightly.

He left in a hurry that year and didn't have time to say goodbye to his fellow apprentices, but later he asked an acquaintance to inquire about them and learned that they all continued to stay in Cao Ji. Sanpang'er, Fuman and others who had apprenticed for more than three years were promoted to chefs of branches. Jiang Da was both relieved and disappointed.

At this point, we completely cut off contact with City F. We never expected that one day Sanpang'er and the others would come to us on their own initiative, and their words were full of instigation.

Jiang Da: "I guess they haven't been very happy with their work these years..."

Jiang Da knew exactly what kind of person Yu Shangmei was.

Suspicious, greedy, cruel and ruthless, and good at superficial work.

It was incredible that she could tolerate Cao Sanpang and his old friends staying in Cao's for so many years and only started to make trouble now.

Han Yunru: "Then what are you going to do?"

Jiang Da spread his hands and said, "It has nothing to do with me anyway."

Even if Kim Jong-un and his gang want to use him as a leader, it depends on whether he agrees or not.

Jiang Fuyue seemed to be meeting his biological father for the first time. Perhaps the outside world had underestimated his honesty.

At least, the act of bringing those uncles back to the villa was very scheming.

Han Yunru nodded: "That's right. Our family is living a good life now, so we don't covet those extra incomes."

Sanpang'er and others also gathered in the room to discuss what to do next.

"...Xiaodouzi, why don't you speak?"

Cao Dou seemed to react: "What did you say?"

"Forget it, forget it, you little brat is just lazy."

Cao Dou curled his lips in a corner where his fellow brothers couldn't see him.

He didn't think that the eldest brother who already lived in the villa would wade into this muddy water. Just wait and see...

Sure enough, when they woke up the next day, Jiang Da had already gone out to open the shop.

After washing up, they hurried to the store, but before they could say anything, they were drafted into the army.

Han Yunru suddenly felt that it was a good idea for them to do this. They had free labor available, so why not use it?

That day, Jiang Fuyue did not go to the store because she had to attend Yi Ci's birthday party.

As early as two days ago, the boy had reminded her several times, both explicitly and implicitly, that she must come.

When signing up, Jiang Fuyue agreed and didn't want to go back on her word, but she was a little troubled about what gift to give.

Fortunately, this problem was quickly resolved.

Also invited from Class 3 were Wan Xiutong, Liu Bowen, and Lin Qiao. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, these three people were not very familiar with Yi Ci, but they got along well with Jiang Fuyue.

"What the hell! Brother Ci actually invited me to his birthday party?!" Liu Bowen was so shocked that he almost jumped up when he received the invitation.

Wan Xiutong also looked incredulous: Baba invited her? A birthday party?

Lin Qiao was quick to react, flicking her fingers twice while holding the invitation. "I've heard that Yi Xiaoba's family is extremely wealthy and lives in a manor-style mansion. This time, I can finally see some of his wealth."

Wan Xiutong: "What's the benefit?"

Lin Qiao glanced at Jiang Fuyue, who was concentrating on the test and remained unmoved, and asked meaningfully, "What do you think?"

On that day, Jiang Fuyue met the three of them at the school gate as agreed, and then they took a taxi to Yi's house together.

When we arrived, it was already two o'clock in the afternoon.

The butler and bodyguards came forward to open the car door for the few people. After looking at the invitation, they politely welcomed them in.

Wan Xiutong: "It really is a manor villa... So big, so beautiful..."

Compared with the zoned villa communities like Yutian Huafu, Yizhai should be called an independent manor building. Compared with the former's craftsmanship, it has a bit more natural wildness and is closer to the original ecology.

For example, the fountain directly draws mountain spring water and connects to the underground drainage system to ensure the continuous flow of living water.

For example, the garden behind it is actually at the foot of a mountain, which is directly fenced off. Occasionally, you can see wild animals there.

Liu Bowen and Lin Qiao both came from well-off families, but they were also dazzled by what they saw.

"How much does this cost?" He swallowed.

"This area seems to be a reserved development zone?" The implication is that no amount of money will help, because without the land, how can one build such a manor?

Apart from the four people, some others had already arrived and were gathering in groups of three or four on the lawn, chatting or eating.

Although most of them are of the same age, seeing that they are all dressed up, it is conceivable that this birthday party is definitely not as Yi Ci described before, "just a simple celebration."

Wan Xiutong glanced down at her dress, then looked at several girls of her age not far away, all wearing evening gowns and delicate makeup. She suddenly became nervous: "Am I... wearing this wrong?"

Lin Qiao also looked hesitant. She hadn't known about this kind of party beforehand, and had assumed it would just be a few classmates getting together to eat cake, blow out candles, and play games.

If I had known she would have worn an evening gown too.

Liu Bowen covered his face. Others were wearing suits and bow ties, while he was wearing a sweatshirt and sneakers. It was simply...

I'm going to die!

Moreover, when he looked around, there were few familiar faces from No. 1 Middle School, and he suddenly felt a little at a loss.

At a certain moment, the three of them turned their eyes to Jiang Fuyue at the same time, wanting to see her reaction.

After all, this girl didn't even wear a skirt, just a simple T-shirt and jeans.

Jiang Fuyue quickly caught the gazes of the three people and looked back calmly: "Why are you all looking at me?"

As he said this, he put his hands in his pockets and walked inside.

Your Sister Yue is still your Sister Yue.

That detached figure and calm, leisurely steps were like a reassurance, and the three of them immediately felt at ease...

What are you afraid of?

Follow me, hold your head high, and never be afraid!

First update, 3,000 words.

There will be two or three updates at the same time, but they will be late, so I don’t recommend waiting.

(End of this chapter)