Jiang Xiaoli cleared her throat. "My grandfather was very saddened when he learned of Grandpa An's passing. Grandpa An was determined to return to China and left nothing behind. He wants to ask you for something that would be very meaningful to both him and Grandpa An as a keepsake. I wonder if you could agree to that?"

Ahn So-won looked conflicted. "Soo-ri, I'm so sorry, my father didn't leave behind many belongings. Besides some books, there were only a few watches and personal items. I want to keep these things as a memento."

Jiang Xiaoli said, "Grandma An, what my grandfather wants is an English version of the Encyclopedia Britannica. We can pay for it."

Hearing that she only wanted a book, Ahn So-won breathed a sigh of relief, "If it's just a book..."

She hesitated for a moment, then stood up and said, "Xiao Li, come with me."

They returned to the house where Mr. An's photo had been hanging.

An Su-won opened a box and called to Jiang Xiao-li, "Xiao-li, do you know which book your grandfather wants? These books are all in English, and my English isn't very good."

Jiang Xiaoli accurately found the thick-covered Encyclopedia Britannica among more than a dozen books.

"Grandma An, this is the book."

Ahn So-won took the book, flipped through it, and said, "These annotations in so many different notebooks are probably the shared memories of my father and your grandfather."

Jiang Xiaoli touched her nose guiltily, and stood to the side just smiling without saying a word.

After flipping through the book, An Suyuan handed it to Jiang Xiaoli, saying, "Xiaoli, this book is for you. I hope you will keep it safe."

She took the book and bowed deeply to Ahn So-won.

"Grandma An, I thank you on behalf of my grandfather."

Back in the main room, she took out a check from the bank that she had just opened and handed it to Ahn So-won.

"Grandma An, this is a small token of my grandfather's appreciation for you."

Before Ahn So-won could react, a piece of paper was shoved into her hand. She looked closely and was startled, quickly pushing the check back.

"Xiao Li, what are you doing? This is so much money! No, no, you have to take it back right now!"

Jiang Xiaoli stuffed the check back into her hand. "Grandma An, our family is quite well-off. My grandfather has mentioned more than once that Grandpa An has helped him a lot. This is just a small token of our appreciation."

Grandma An, actually I did some research on you before coming here. This money would be good for your retirement.

Ahn So-won sighed, "That's true. My family's affairs have been around for a while now. You can find out with just a little inquiry. But, Little Pear, 1 million is too much. I really can't accept it!"

Jiang Xiaoli advised, "Grandma An, please don't take what I'm about to say to heart. Your uncles and aunts aren't in very good financial situations. You'll have to rely on yourself for your later years. Having some money on hand will give you peace of mind, won't it?"

"this……"

Ahn So-won was well aware of these truths. Not only did her two sons not respect her, but they would also bring their children over from time to time to ask her for pocket money. The same was true for her daughter; her sick child was a bottomless pit that could never be filled.

She patted Jiang Xiaoli's hand, "Xiaoli, I..."

Jiang Xiaoli understood her inner struggle. "Grandma An, please accept this money without worry. Since it's still early, how about I go with you to the bank to deposit the money?"

Just before the bank closed, Ahn So-won's account received an extra million won.

Looking at the numbers on her bankbook, she still felt it was somewhat unreal.

Jiang Xiaoli took her home. "Grandma An, this is my phone number. Please feel free to call me if you need any help."

Ahn So-won smiled and accepted the business card, "Okay, okay, I understand!"

Just as she was about to turn and leave, she couldn't help but add, "Grandma An, what I'm about to say might be hard to hear, but I still suggest that you don't tell your three children about this money. It's most important that you eat well, drink well, and stay healthy."

Ahn So-won's expression stiffened for a moment, then she sighed, "Don't worry, Xiao-ri, I'm old enough to understand."

After saying goodbye and leaving, Jiang Xiaoli sat in the driver's seat and carefully tore open the thick cover of the Encyclopedia Britannica. She breathed a sigh of relief when she saw a corner of the drawings peeking out inside.

This CNC machine tool blueprint, which had lost its value in my previous life, can finally be put to use.

Before coming to find Ahn So-won, she thought of many ways to communicate with her. She thought of telling her the truth about the secrets hidden in the book, but in the end she chose to make up a lie.

She admitted that what she was doing was somewhat unethical, but it was the simplest solution to the problem.

Ahn So-won's two sons and one daughter are all in dire need of money. It's not that she doesn't want to give them money, but if she tells them the truth, human greed might cause things to spiral out of her control.

She carefully took out the complete set of drawings and put them into a file bag, then drove to the hotel where Xiao Jincheng was staying.

Xiao Jincheng smiled and welcomed her in, "Little Pear, what brings you here at this hour?"

Jiang Xiaoli handed him the file bag containing the blueprints, saying, "I've come to give you a surprise."

Xiao Jincheng took out the blueprints. He couldn't understand the English markings on them, but he could tell that they were industrial design blueprints.

He asked incredulously, "Little Pear, where did you get this?"

Jiang Xiaoli smiled mischievously, "I bought it, of course. It's a complete set of design drawings for a high-end CNC machine tool from Great Britain, 1 million. Can you reimburse me?"

Xiao Jincheng was overjoyed and excitedly paced around the hotel room twice.

"Hahaha! Great! Great! I'll reimburse you! I'll definitely reimburse you! Now let's see who the First Machine Tool Factory sells this land to!"

Jiang Xiaoli looked at him with a smile, "Uncle Xiao, why don't you take the first drawing to talk to them tomorrow?"

Xiao Jincheng patted her shoulder with a laugh, "Haha, that's right, let them have a taste of success first!"

Xiao Jincheng was more cautious than Jiang Xiaoli. He took her to make a copy of the entire set of drawings, keeping only the first two pages of the copy.

"Little Pear, you have a safe at home. Take the original and the remaining copies home and keep them safe. I don't feel comfortable leaving them in a hotel."

Jiang Xiaoli nodded, "Okay, it's definitely safer to leave it with me."

Xiao Jincheng was beaming with joy, "Little Pear, you're truly my lucky star!"

She smiled and replied, "Uncle Xiao, that's all I can do. The rest is up to you."

"You've given me such a wonderful surprise, I'll definitely handle things well. Just wait at home for my good news!"

After having dinner with Xiao Jincheng at the hotel, Jiang Xiaoli drove home.

As soon as the elevator arrived, Zong Jiayu pushed open the door and said, "Little Pear, you're back."

Jiang Xiaoli was in a very good mood. She hugged his neck and kissed him on the lips. "Yes, you're back."