Jiang Tian said naturally, "There are no fixed standards. I won't limit myself. When I meet the person I want, those standards will become obsolete."

Cheng Yanzheng didn't speak; his ideas differed from Jiang Tian's.

In his view, he must be within a fixed framework to find a satisfactory partner.

If you simply follow your heart, love may blossom, but it may not necessarily bear fruit.

There are too many problems that people face when living together.

"I can tell you already have fixed criteria for choosing a partner."

Jiang Tian noticed the disapproval in his eyes and smiled at him.

Cheng Yanzheng did not deny it, and frankly said: "When I want to find someone to live with, I must have a few basic selection principles. If two unsuitable people get together blindly because of love, then neither of them is likely to have a good life."

He was very rational.

He believes that marriage requires more than just love; feelings are merely embellishments. A sense of responsibility, self-control, and self-discipline are the essential elements for a lasting marriage.

Since he's going to marry the person he's chosen, he won't choose divorce unless absolutely necessary.

Therefore, he must choose a marriage partner within a certain framework.

He hates any instability in life.

Jiang Tian smiled: "Then I wish you all the best in finding a satisfactory person."

Cheng Yanzheng nodded seriously.

He'll make a good choice once this marriage ends.

………………

Jiang Tian finished her big project, which gave her more free time.

Once Luo Nianzhen learned that her daughter-in-law wasn't so busy, she started frequently inviting Jiang Tian out shopping.

Cheng Yanzheng would be called upon from time to time to be their driver.

He sometimes admired Jiang Tian's ability to adapt to changing circumstances. She got along very well with his mother, and Luo Nianzhen liked her very much.

That day, Cheng Yanzheng received his mother's order to drive and pick up his mother and daughter-in-law. But as soon as he arrived, Luo Nianzhen couldn't wait to get into the car and said to him, "Hurry up, hurry up, to the airport, Yaohong is back!"

Luo Nianzhen's tone was filled with obvious joy; she was completely immersed in happiness.

Upon hearing this name, Cheng Yanzheng's expression darkened slightly.

Jiang Tian followed and sat in the passenger seat. She looked at him with a helpless expression, clearly not understanding the situation yet.

"Drive faster! Otherwise we'll be late!"

Luo Nianzhen became very anxious when she saw that her son was not moving for a long time.

Cheng Yanzheng and Jiang Tian exchanged a glance and started the car.

"Yan Zheng, Tian Tian, ​​hurry up."

Upon arriving at the airport, Luo Nianzhen rushed to pick up the person, abandoning even her ladylike demeanor.

Cheng Yanzheng glanced at his mother's back, then looked down at Jiang Tian. After a few seconds of silence, he said, "I'll explain when we get home."

Jiang Tian nodded: "Okay."

Not long after, Luo Nianzhen came out with a tall, handsome young man.

The young man was well-dressed, had a scholarly air about him, and a smile on his lips, giving him a friendly appearance.

Luo Nianzhen held Gao Yaohong's hand, her eyes filled with a gratified smile.

Once the four of them had reunited, the young man greeted Cheng Yanzheng with a smile: "Big Brother."

He turned to Jiang Tian and said, "Sister-in-law, hello, I'm Gao Yaohong."

Luo Nianzhen seemed much happier than before: "Tian Tian, ​​this must be your first time meeting Yao Hong. He was studying abroad and hadn't been back for a long time. We didn't expect him to give us such a surprise, coming back without even saying goodbye."

"I wanted to celebrate my dad's 60th birthday with my family, so I made some adjustments and squeezed out a few days off."

Gao Yaohong has a gentle face and speaks slowly and deliberately, giving people a pleasant and welcoming impression.

To outsiders, he was an extremely polite young man.

Mr. Cheng is going to hold a big birthday banquet this year. Jiang Tian and Cheng Yanzheng have already been notified and are making preparations in advance.

"With your thoughtfulness, your father will be overjoyed. Let's go back. Yan Zheng is here to pick me up, so I'll have him take me directly to the airport. Yan Zheng, you drive, let's go back to the old house together and have a family reunion dinner."

Luo Nianzhen gave the order with a smile.

Cheng Yanzheng shook his head: "I still have work to do. I just called the driver and asked him to take you back."

Luo Nianzhen was very unhappy: "No matter how busy you are, you have to make time. Is there anything more important than family reunion?"

"Mom, why don't we let my eldest brother take care of things? He's running a company on his own now, and it must be quite tiring."

Gao Yaohong tried to plead for Cheng Yanzheng.

Unexpectedly, Luo Nianzhen became even more unhappy.

Her eyes were slightly red: "Yan Zheng, all Mom wants is for us to get together for a family dinner, is that so difficult?"

The airport was crowded, and a few people stood there motionless, as if in a standoff.

Cheng Yanzheng's face became completely expressionless.

He didn't say a word, and Luo Nianzhen became stubborn, insisting that her eldest son bow his head.

Just then, Jiang Tian smiled and said, "Mom, didn't I tell you? Cheng Yanzheng and I are going on a date today. We've booked a candlelight dinner in advance. Why don't you let your eldest son off the hook and lend him to me?"

Hearing her daughter-in-law's words, Luo Nianzhen's expression softened, but she still shook her head: "You two spend every day together, you have plenty of time to date. Yaohong hasn't been home for years, this is his first time back today. Since you are his elder brother and sister-in-law, it's necessary for you to fulfill your family obligations and have a reunion dinner together. Is that so difficult?"

Jiang Tian's smile faded slightly, and she didn't say anything more.

Luo Nianzhen was determined to have the whole family eat together, making it clear that no one could persuade her otherwise, and no amount of talking would make a difference.

In the midst of the silence, Cheng Yanzheng finally spoke: "Then let's go."

With just four words, Luo Nianzhen's expression immediately returned to its previous gentleness: "Okay, okay, I'll call the housekeeper later and ask him to find a chef to make more good dishes."

She then turned to Gao Yaohong and said, "Mom remembers your tastes, so don't worry, I'll make sure you have all your favorite dishes."

Gao Yaohong's eyes also lit up with a smile: "Then I'll thank you in advance. I've been abroad for the past few years, and I've always dreamed of eating home-cooked meals. This time, my wish has finally come true."

"Are conditions abroad that harsh? Last time your father and I visited you, you didn't say anything, but this time you finally let it slip..."

"No, actually the food abroad is alright, but I prefer the sugar pancakes you made for me. I wonder if I'll be able to eat them now that I'm back?"

"No problem, Mom will make it for you when we get home!"

Luo Nianzhen and Gao Yaohong walked towards the airport exit with smiles on their faces, chatting as if no one else was around, displaying a deep mother-son bond.

Cheng Yanzheng and Jiang Tian were left behind, while Gao Yaohong's suitcase was left there.

With a stern face, Cheng Yanzheng reached out and grabbed Gao Yaohong's suitcase, saying to Jiang Tian, ​​"Let's catch up."