Chapter 135 Mother?

It was evening.

The Lin family villa was brightly lit.

A handwritten "longevity" character is pasted on the living room wall.

The air was filled with the aroma of food.

Birthday celebrant Lin Yaocheng was wearing a comfortable dark wool sweater.

He sat on the sofa in the main seat, looking relaxed.

Although it was said that it wouldn't be a grand affair,

This kind of simple and warm family atmosphere

Like a warm current, it soothed a frozen corner in his heart.

The sense of loss from not being valued by her mother seemed to have been temporarily lessened.

The word "mother" slipped from Lin Yaocheng's lips, bringing a touch of bitterness.

From childhood to adulthood, my mother's gaze has always followed me.

The older brother is even better at flattering and ingratiating himself.

When my eldest brother got first place in the exam, my mother would happily hug him and call him her precious darling.

I specially boiled red eggs;

Even a single cough from my eldest brother would make my mother extremely anxious.

And towards him... he was always indifferent.

His mother couldn't remember his birthday either.

In previous years, he always had to ask three or four times.

Only then would my mother bring my eldest brother's family to the Lin family villa for a meal.

They also had to belittle his family to his face.

The feeling of being deliberately ignored is like a tiny thorn.

It has been deeply rooted in his heart for decades.

The less his mother loved him, the more pathologically he craved her love.

They even sacrifice the dignity of their families in exchange for it.

Even so, his mother has never looked at him properly all these years.

It was just so that my older brother would have money to spend.

That's why I had no choice but to visit the Lin family.

Every time they come, it's like a routine ransacking.

Give some benefits to your elder brother, Lin Yaowu.

It could be a "loan" of several million that seems to be borrowed but never repaid.

Or it could be a pretext to demand shares of the Lin Group.

In previous years, for that tiny, vague sense of being looked at with respect,

He acquiesced to everything and endured it.

Sacrificing the interests and dignity of his wife and children

To gain that humble and pitiful attention.

But things are different now.

His beloved Weiwei is getting married.

The Lin Group is my daughter's foundation and support for the future.

He can no longer be as cowardly and muddle-headed as he was in the past.

Let my mother take my eldest brother's family.

They clung to the Lin Group like greedy leeches, sucking its blood.

They are encroaching on what rightfully belongs to his daughter.

So for my birthday this year,

He deliberately did not invite his mother and eldest brother.

All I want is to have a quiet dinner with my dearest wife and children.

I've celebrated my birthday.

"Dad, why haven't my sister and brother-in-law come back yet?"

Lin Yanlin nestled on the sofa, idly pressing the TV remote.

Lin Yaocheng glanced at the wall clock.

"Weiwei just called me and said there's some traffic on the way and she'll be a little late."

Lin Yanlin pouted.

"Going to work is such a hassle. Even getting home for a meal can be a hassle because of traffic. It's much more comfortable at home."

Lin Yao glared at him, feeling a real headache coming on looking at his irresponsible son.

"You brat, all you think about is playing. I'll let you have your fun for a few more days."

Go to the company next Monday to report for duty and become your sister's assistant.

"Coincidentally, Qin Simiao returned to Ancheng, and the position became available."

"Oh? It's your birthday today, can we not talk about this?"

I just got back to China, and I haven't had enough fun yet.

"There's no room for discussion on this."

Looking at his son's unwilling expression, and remembering that it was his son's birthday, Lin Yaocheng...

His tone softened a bit.

"Go there and learn from your sister properly, don't cause her any trouble."

at the same time,

On another main road in the city.

A valuable extended-length business van,

They are heading towards the Lin family villa.

Inside the car, Lin Yaowu's family and Mrs. Xie Shuanghua were sitting in comfortable leather seats.

Lin Yaowu, his face filled with dissatisfaction and calculation, stirred up trouble.

"Mom, look at him, the second son has really grown up now."

They completely ignore us; it's such a big event as their 50th birthday.

They didn't even bother to call you; they clearly had no intention of inviting us.

Xie Shuanghua kept a straight face.

She wouldn't have come if it weren't for her youngest son being wealthy.

Unfortunately, her most beloved eldest son and his family...

They all relied on their youngest son for financial support to make a living.

"Big brother, stop talking. Today is your brother's birthday. Let's have a good meal."

"The matter of investing in the Lin Group still requires your brother's approval."

Lin Yaowu scoffed.

"Mom, if you just say the word, would he dare to disagree?"

"Mom, I think he's been corrupted by that Su Qing."

She must have been the one instigating this behind the scenes; she has absolutely no respect for you.

This wife is really something..."

Xie Shuanghua already disliked Su Qing, and upon hearing this, she lost all reason.

They didn't care that there were other people in the car.

"This is outrageous! He's really forgotten his mother after marrying a wife."

When we get there, I'm going to have a good talk with the second brother.

Look at how his wife instigated him; he doesn't even understand basic filial piety.

A hint of smugness flashed in Lin Yaowu's eyes.

They immediately changed their tune, starting to elevate the price while belittling the weak.

"Ah, our Yan'er is truly capable."

They have good judgment; they were able to find someone as young and promising as Mr. Gu.

He's also the boyfriend of the general manager of the Gu Group.

This truly brings honor and glory to our Lin family.

"President Gu, our Lin family will be in great need of your support in the future."

"It's truly an incredible stroke of luck for our Lin family to find you, Yan'er."

Listening to her father's praise, Lin Yan proudly raised her chin.

She held Gu Xuan's arm even tighter.

Gu Xuan enjoyed the flattery and smiled arrogantly.

He patted Lin Yan's hand, feeling even more relaxed.

"Uncle, don't worry."

Gu Xuan spoke in a flippant tone, as if bestowing a tremendous favor.

Inside the Lin family villa,

Lin Yaocheng listened to his son's complaints, his gaze occasionally drifting towards the door.

Hearing the sound of a car and footsteps outside the door, a smile spread across his face.

Thinking it was Lin Wei and Gu Jingcheng, he got up to greet them.

When the door was pushed open with a loud bang,

Lin Yaocheng was stunned.

Mother Xie Shuanghua was surrounded by her elder brother Lin Yaowu's family.

She looked at him with an arrogant expression.

And there's also Gu Xuan, the scumbag who deeply hurt his daughter.

Lin Yaocheng's smile froze instantly!

Seeing Gu Xuan being intimately linked with Lin Yan,

He felt a rush of blood to his head.

"Why are you here?"

Lin Yaocheng stood blocking the doorway, showing no intention of moving aside.

Xie Shuanghua had a stern face.

He glanced critically at the simple furnishings inside the room.

A cold snort escaped from his nose.

"Second brother, you have a huge Lin Group, how can your birthday celebration be so simple?"

"Weiwei is such an unfilial child."

Lin Yaowu pushed past Lin Yaocheng and swaggered in with his wife and daughter.

Gu Xuan entered like a proud peacock, with an air of condescension.

The group walked directly to the main sofa area in the living room.

They sat down without any hesitation, as if they were the owners of the place.

Su Qing watched, clenching her fists, angry but unable to speak out.

She understood her husband's tendency to blindly obey his parents.

If she clashes with Xie Shuanghua, she will be the one who suffers.

She pulled Lin Yanlin to the side.

She was hoping that her daughter and son-in-law would come back soon.

My husband dotes on our daughter the most, and he will never disobey Weiwei.

As soon as Xie Shuanghua sat down, she began to interrogate him.

"Second brother, you're really getting more and more out of line."

On such an important day as his 50th birthday, how could he not invite his mother and brother?

Have you forgotten all about filial piety?

Did your wife instigate it?