"Fou brought snacks again?"
Yan Li was happy to see Qin Zifu return and got up. Her daughter-in-law called her "Mom" in a soft and sweet voice, which sounded much better than when her son called her.
"Yes, I chose the same kinds you and Dad liked last time."
Look how thoughtful they are! They can observe what their children like to eat after just one meal.
"Your dad went out with friends today too. Make sure he eats when he gets back."
"Dad went fishing again?"
"No, there was some kind of gathering today, just drinking."
"That's put it so simply and bluntly."
"That's exactly right, we went because we wanted to drink."
"Okay, there are some fruits and vegetables in the car, grown by my grandpa. I'll have someone bring them in later."
It was too much trouble for Qin Zifu to carry, so she didn't take it earlier.
"Okay, I'll have the butler go in a bit."
When are we leaving?
"You can leave now; your aunt will be there too."
"It feels like it's been ages since I last saw my aunt; she's going to nag me again."
Thinking about it, I visited my grandfather before I went abroad. I should go back and see him sometime; I'm so busy these days. If I have to work every day, I'll have even less time to visit him.
"She couldn't bear to scold you. Your aunt is a really good person; we get along well."
Except when I'm competing with her for jewelry and antiques.
Yan Li and Jin Zhu didn't have much contact before, it was just because Qi Jingchen and Gu Di'an were on good terms. Now that they are in-laws, the family is naturally closer.
Qin Zifu followed Yan Li out, and Qin Zifu went around to sit behind the driver.
Let's drive.
"yes"
The driver, wearing white gloves, slowly started the car.
"Mom, what's the activity today?"
"A small gathering; a lady had just bought a piece of land in the suburbs and was planning to open a bed and breakfast, so she invited us to come and visit."
"B&B?"
"Yes, I've heard the scenery is beautiful, the air is fresh, it's a natural oxygen bar, and they're planning to open a high-end guesthouse there."
"Oh, that's not bad."
Many people who live in the city or are busy with work every day like to spend a few days in the suburbs during holidays, as it is not far away and is comfortable.
The two chatted all the way, and after getting on the highway, the car gradually sped up. Yan Li talked a lot about Qi Jingchen's childhood, such as being punished by his grandfather for jumping into the family pond to catch fish when he was young, skipping classes in junior high school, and getting his parents called in for fighting in high school.
"Haha, I never expected him to be like this, Qi Jingchen. Did you or Dad go to invite the parents?"
"Of course I went. Grandpa and Dad are very strict with him, and they beat him when he came back."
"Beat them up? I can't believe it."
"Of course! Boys are naughty when they're young, so it's normal for them to get a beating, isn't it?"
Qi Jingchen would also have his parents called in and get beaten up; she thought he was always high and mighty.
"He's just putting on an act now. Otherwise, how could he manage such a large company like Qi's, always with such a long face? A few years ago, many old shareholders and veteran employees didn't respect him."
"Why shouldn't they accept it? No matter how young he is, the company still belongs to the Qi family. Whether they accept it or not, it won't change that fact."
"But what about the minority shareholders? Every shareholder feels like the company belongs to them."
"He must have had a tough few years, right?"
"Yes, it's tough, but the sooner you get involved in the group's affairs, the smoother things will go later. It's not that we're heartless."
"I understand, my brother is the same way."
Taking over a company in your twenties is definitely different from taking over in your thirties. By their thirties, they had already established themselves in the company.
"They are all good kids. They come from well-off families, yet they haven't gone astray. They've even managed to support the family business and take it to new heights—that's no easy feat."
"It's always best to be guided by family elders."
"A family needs both strict and lenient members, but the strict person shouldn't be indiscriminate, and the lenient person shouldn't spoil the child without principles. Only in this way can the child grow up well."
"It seems there's knowledge to be gained everywhere."
"Managing a small family well is an art, and raising successors in a large family is even more so. There's so much to learn. For a family to prosper and endure, it's not enough to just have some money."
Yan Li has seen many families that have risen to prominence in recent years. They are indeed wealthy, but you can tell whether a family has any real foundation just by looking at the children they raise.
"You've nurtured Qi Jingchen to be outstanding. I think if I were in his position, I probably couldn't do it."
Her personality is more like her mother's; she can study medicine so diligently that she forgets to eat and sleep, but negotiation and business dealings are her weaknesses, and she doesn't like many social engagements.
Fortunately, the Gu family and the Qi family don't need her to do these things.
"You don't need to do all that. Just enjoy doing what you love every day."
Thank you, Mom.
She never found the relationship between her mother-in-law and daughter-in-law difficult; on the contrary, they treated her very well.
"There's no need to thank me. Look at the mountain over there; we'll be there soon."
Following the direction Yan Li pointed, they saw many stargazing rooms.
"It looks pretty good."
Qin Zifu opened the car window a little and took a deep breath. The air was fresh, with the scent of grass and flowers, and it felt like it had just rained.
Fu: My mom and I arrived. There are many stargazing rooms where you can see the stars.
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My dearest husband: Where would you like to watch the stars?
fu: I probably won't stay that late.
Dear husband: Have fun there. If you need anything, just tell Mom and send me the address so we can go together sometime.
Fu: Okay, have a good lunch later!
I sent him an address
My dear husband: Okay, you be a good boy/girl too.
Qi Jingchen didn't have time to eat at the moment. Several people were standing in his office, all trembling.
After replying to the message, he slammed his phone down on the table, startling everyone.
Qin Zifu soon saw the entrance to the guesthouse, where several cars were already parked in the courtyard.
Qin Zifu opened the door and got out of the car.
Yan Li was sitting in the main seat, which is behind the passenger seat, and opened the door to get out of the car.
"Aunt Li, you've finally arrived! I've been waiting for you for so long!"
A woman in a white dress helped Yan Li out of the car.
She rushed over as soon as she saw Yan Li's car arrive.
"Manyu, you're back from abroad?"
"Yes, you're back. I missed you so much these past few years abroad."
The woman linked arms with Yan Li, looking quite familiar with her.
Qin Zifu walked over from the side. The woman was stunned for a moment when she saw her, but the pause was fleeting. She held onto Yan Li's hand and did not let go.
Yan Li let go of Yao Manyu's hand and brought Qin Zifu over.
"Fufu, let me introduce you. This is Manyu, the daughter of the Yao family."
Qin Zifu nodded.
"Hello"
"Manyu, this is Jingchen's wife."
The woman's face paled slightly when she heard the name Jingchen's wife.
"Jingchen is already married?"
"Yes, they've already got their marriage certificate and are getting married soon. Since you're abroad, you don't know much about the situation back home."
In fact, Yao Manyu knew that this was just an act, otherwise she wouldn't be in such a hurry to come back.
After thinking for a moment, he couldn't help but clench his teeth, but a smile appeared on his face.
Where is your mother?
"Oh, Aunt Li, my mom's over there. There are lots of people there. I'll take you there."
He said he wanted to keep holding onto Yan Li.
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