Chapter 22 Don't judge a gentleman by your own petty standards.
The next day, Yan Yizhou returned home.
Yan Sui was immediately struck by the gentle and refined older brother when they first met.
The Yan family members are all good-looking, but Yan Yizhou seems to have inherited the best features of both Yan Shunzhong and Tian Xiangjuan.
Her looks would be top-notch even in the entertainment industry.
The only problem is that her dark circles are quite prominent; it's obvious she's been staying up late for a long time.
"Hello Sui Sui, I am Yan Yizhou, your older brother."
Yan Sui smiled and shook his hand. "Hello, big brother. I'm Yan Sui. Auntie didn't say she gave birth to a national treasure."
Yan Yizhou's face stiffened, and he gave an awkward laugh.
"I've been working on a project lately, and I've been staying up all night."
The old lady gave him a reproachful look, her words seemingly scolding, yet filled with affection:
"No matter how busy you are with work, you have to take care of your health. Your health is..."
"The foundation of revolution!" Yan Yizhou replied with a smile. "I remember Grandma's words. You look much better than before."
The old lady's changes were the most obvious.
She has kidney disease and is very weak.
Previously, she spoke weakly, had a pale complexion, and even walked unsteadily.
Now I can yell louder when I scold people, and my complexion is much rosier.
The old lady held his hand and said, "After Sui Sui came back, I ate and slept well, so of course my health improved."
Yan Sui linked arms with hers, her head resting on her shoulder.
"Wow, I'm so useful! I'm going to stay with Grandma from now on."
Although Yan Yizhou didn't know Yan Sui, he did know the Yan family.
If Yan Sui weren't good, they wouldn't like her so much.
He firmly believed that as long as You Min was willing to understand Yan Sui, she would definitely let go of her prejudice against her.
Yan Yizhou rarely comes back, and he inevitably gets pressured by the elders to get married again.
He and You Min were classmates in college, but they started dating after graduation and starting work.
Our stable romantic relationship has lasted for three years.
He's a very methodical person; he plans to save enough for a down payment on a house in the second half of the year before proposing to You Min.
After hearing his plan, Tian Xiangjuan was very satisfied.
"As long as you have a plan, ask Minmin when you have time. If she agrees, the two families can sit down and have a meal together."
You Min's parents are both teachers, and she has an older sister; her family relationships are simple.
Although Tian Xiangjuan had not met You Min yet, Yan Yizhou had mentioned some things to her, and this girl's conditions were definitely impeccable.
Yan Yizhou nodded. "We'll see."
You Min blocked his WeChat and phone number.
He is not someone who enjoys the silent treatment; he prefers to resolve issues through active communication rather than passive-aggressive tactics.
But You Min is the complete opposite of him; she blocks him whenever there's a conflict, and this isn't the first time.
At this moment, Yan Junming presented a plate of cherry tomatoes as if presenting a treasure.
"Brother, you should try it."
Yan Yizhou gave him a puzzled look. "You need something from me?"
Yan Junming: "...Am I that kind of person?"
"Who are you."
Yan Junming's fair face flushed red. "This is an insult to my character. I won't give it to you."
Yan Yizhou smiled and brought the cherry tomatoes back. "Alright, alright, thank you, okay? You went to the supermarket to buy them yourself?"
Yan Junming was very pleased with himself. "You'll know once you try it."
Yan Yizhou casually picked one up and popped it into his mouth; he didn't really like cherry tomatoes.
But as soon as he took a bite of this cherry tomato, he felt a surge of energy, and all his fatigue vanished.
Yan Junming was waiting for his evaluation, but he was only focused on eating, and soon the plate was empty.
"Big brother, you've finished eating!"
Yan Yizhou snapped out of his daze and saw that there were only a few cherry tomatoes left on the plate, and his face turned red with embarrassment.
"Your cherry tomatoes are delicious. Where did you buy them?"
Tian Xiangjuan laughed and said, "Sui Sui planted those few withered seedlings in the yard, and she actually managed to revive them. I still find it amazing."
Yan Yizhou looked astonished. "We built a greenhouse at home?"
"No, it was planted on the rooftop," Yan Sui said casually.
Yan Yizhou looked dazed. In this weather, how could anything be grown on the rooftop?
Yan Junming burst into laughter at his surprised expression.
"Brother, there will be strawberries in a few days, but it's a pity you're not home, so I'm afraid we won't be able to eat them."
Yan Sui tapped his head. "I'll have someone run an errand to deliver it to my brother later."
Yan Yizhou quickly replied, "There's no need for that trouble."
Yan Sui waved her hand, "We're all family, what's the trouble?"
Yan Sui didn't go out today because Yan Yizhou went home.
Little did she know that Fu Yansheng, who hadn't left the house for days, had been sitting by the fishpond for a long time.
His figure stood alone, as if isolated from the world.
The water was calm, and still no fish took the bait.
This time, he sat here for an unusually long time.
The crimson sunset was divided into several sections by rows of poplar trees, and its quiet departure heralded the arrival of night.
He caught the last glimpse of the sunset before getting up and leaving.
Back at the courtyard house, Qujiang came over.
High salaries mean heavy responsibilities.
Fu Yansheng was not at the company, so his workload was particularly heavy.
I only had time to drive to Changqing Village after I finished dealing with company matters.
Regardless of thunder or snow, he has to come every day.
Upon seeing Fu Yansheng, he couldn't help but start complaining: "Second Master, Old Master Xu actually agreed to write a piece of calligraphy for us! Guess what? It was Yan Sui who asked for it for us! I knew she had ulterior motives; she's always up to something. I think she's just a toad trying to eat swan meat!"
"Second Master, you mustn't be fooled! I've seen plenty of women like her. She's just after you and coveting the wealth and status of the Fu family!"
After a long silence, Fu Yansheng finally spoke: "That calligraphy, she asked for it for me?"
Qu Jiang: "..." Is this the point?
So, after all that I've said, you only listened to this one sentence?
Fu Yansheng's expression remained unchanged, calm and composed.
But Qu Jiang could still sense a hint of pleasure on his face.
Qujiang: "?"
Fu Yansheng glanced at him indifferently, "Assistant Qu, don't judge a gentleman by your own petty standards."
Qu Jiang was shocked and almost swore.
Am I a villain?
Whose country are you on?
"But she clearly has ill intentions..."
Fu Yansheng: "Assistant Qu is really tired, so he's going to the Philippines for a vacation."
Qu Jiang said quietly, "Should we go on vacation or grow bananas?"
After a moment's consideration, Fu Yansheng said, "Growing bananas is fine too; it'll help the company expand its business."
Qu Jiang held his breath, thinking, "What a tyrant!"
I implore Heaven to discern the loyal from the treacherous!
Fu Yansheng raised a slight brow at the corner of his narrow eyes. "Does Assistant Qu have anything else to say?"
Qu Jiang pondered for a moment, then said, "I think you need Dr. Zhan."
Get your brain checked.
Fu Yansheng flatly refused: "No need."
Qu Jiang: "Second Master, I think you need it."
Fu Yansheng raised her eyes and looked at him coldly.
"I don't care what you think, I care what I think."
Qu Jiang chuckled, "You've even learned to use the internet now, keeping up with the times."
"Any objections?"
Qujiang: "I wouldn't dare."
A moment later, he quietly reminded him, "Second Master, you and Miss Yan Sui have already broken off your engagement. Even a good horse doesn't turn back to eat the grass it already grazed."
Fu Hesheng glanced at him and said, "You're overthinking it."
The decision to dissolve the engagement with the Yan family was made after careful consideration, and there is no question of regret.
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