Chapter 765 Respecting Her Wishes
Shen Min was not a particularly outgoing person to begin with. When she first arrived in Longcheng, she went straight to a prestigious boarding school to repeat her studies, so she definitely wouldn't feel any sense of belonging to anything here.
The differences between the north and south, and the various cognitive barriers that exist between her and her classmates at the elite school, coupled with her own personality, clearly mean that she will not take the initiative to make friends.
Shen Ci patted her head: "It's okay, you don't need to force yourself to do things that make you uncomfortable. Just focus on your studies now, and you'll make your own friends in the future."
"I see."
"Are you hungry? Let me take you to get something to eat. What do you want?"
Shen Min shook her head: "No need, sis. I'll just eat at the cafeteria later. After I eat, I can do a couple of practice questions before bed."
She didn't lose her sense of propriety because of her aunt and sister Aci's help. She kept reminding herself that her aunt and sister Aci had already done enough for her, and she could manage the rest on her own.
Aunt and Sister Aci no longer need to devote extra energy to her.
"Alright." Shen Ci didn't press her, nodding but reminding her, "Have you been in contact with your family lately?"
"I called yesterday, don't worry, I know what to do."
Before Shen Ci could say anything more, Shen Min opened the car door and got out, turning around to wave at her sister: "Sister, you can go back now, drive carefully."
Shen Ci didn't leave immediately. Instead, he watched Shen Min's slender figure enter the school before driving away.
*
"Guojin Night Harbor", Jiang Yuanliang's home.
Jiang Yuanmao and Wen Shuyi brought a bunch of ingredients to the door. They were happy to learn that Yuanliang and Shen Jingjing were officially together, so they thought they would cook a meal for the two of them at home.
But the main purpose was to entertain Shen Jingjing.
“I originally suggested we go out to eat, to a nicer restaurant that would be more formal. But your sister-in-law said she feels more comfortable at home, and since you always go to other people’s places to eat and drink for free, this time it’s our turn. Your sister-in-law’s cooking skills are just average, but they’re still edible.”
Upon hearing the last sentence, Wen Shuyi glared at her husband in annoyance: "I've been eating this for half my life and it hasn't poisoned you to death."
Turning to Jiang Yuanliang, she smiled and said, "Don't listen to your brother's nonsense. He just thinks it's easier to go out, but eating at home is different. It shows that your brother and I value you. I'll also take this opportunity to apologize to Jingjing. Looking back, I realize that hiding my identity to see her was not a good thing."
Jiang Yuanliang was touched by what he heard. He knew that his relationship with Jingjing would inevitably attract a lot of criticism, but fortunately, he had people at home who supported him.
"Brother and sister-in-law, your acceptance of us being together is a huge support for Jingjing and me."
Jiang Yuanmao looked at his younger brother and sighed, "Of course we support her, because your sister-in-law and I know you. You wouldn't joke about something like this. Since you've decided to choose her, you must have thought it through carefully."
“You’re not young anymore, you’re almost forty and you’re only just starting to understand things. It’s a bit late, but it’s not too late.”
Wen Shuyi also said, "You are the chairman of Jiangdong Group. How could you not even be able to make your own marriage decisions? Don't worry, we will help you with Dad's side. There may be difficulties, but as long as you persist, with Dad's personality, he will eventually agree."
Jiang Yuanliang let out a soft breath: "I hope so."
Just then, Jiang Yuanmao noticed a small, dark yellow glass bottle on the table by the window. He recognized it immediately. After Wen Shuyi went into the kitchen, he went over and picked it up: "Yuanliang, did you eat this?"
Jiang Yuanliang remained calm upon seeing this and nodded in agreement: "Didn't my sister-in-law say it works very well? I'll try it."
These are male health supplements that Wen Shuyi brought back from abroad. He initially gave them to Jiang Yuanmao, and seeing that they were effective, he brought two more boxes for Jiang Yuanliang.
Jiang Yuanliang didn't open it at first, thinking that there was no point in eating it.
But after he got together with Jingjing, he took out this stuff. After eating it for less than half a month, aside from other things, his mental state improved. He was less easily tired and sleepy.
It is indeed effective.
But as for other effects, he hasn't had a chance to try them yet.
"Then you..."
Jiang Yuanliang shook his head: "Not yet."
"Will she have a child for you?" Jiang Yuanmao asked.
He knew this question was impolite to Shen Jingjing, but since it was just the two of them, Jiang Yuanmao asked it anyway.
“She’s reached an age where I don’t want her to have any more children,” Jiang Yuanliang said seriously. “It’s too harmful to her health, and I don’t really want any more children.”
Besides, Jingjing already has three children, all of whom are excellent. She has no need or obligation to have another child for herself.
He wasn't with her to have children.
Jiang Yuanmao didn't press for further advice or explanation. Instead, he changed the subject and asked, "What about the wedding? Are there any plans?"
"Not yet. Of course, I would like to say the sooner the better, but I still want to respect Jingjing's wishes regarding the wedding and marriage registration."
He wasn't in a rush, but their age difference was a real issue, and he wanted to live with Jingjing as soon as possible.
"Alright, that's a matter for later. Right now, let's think about how to bring her to Dad and get him to accept her."
“Whether Dad accepts it or not won’t change anything.” Jiang Yuanliang said firmly, “Being with Jingjing was a huge decision for both of us, and I will not give up on her because of anyone’s opposition.”
Upon hearing this, Jiang Yuanmao looked at his younger brother and smiled: "I never dreamed that you would have such a day. You seem to have changed completely when she is mentioned. You are not the same as usual. Do you realize it yourself?"
Jiang Yuanliang smiled and nodded noncommittally: "Indeed."
Jiang Yuanliang wouldn't say anything too cheesy or sweet, but he knew best the warm feeling that filled his heart whenever he thought of Shen Jingjing.
At seven o'clock, Shen Jingjing arrived at the appointment on time.
Upon learning that it was Jiang Yuanliang's elder brother and sister-in-law who had specially invited her, Shen Jingjing even went home to change her clothes to show her respect.
The door opened, and Jiang Yuanliang smiled knowingly as he looked at Shen Jingjing, who was dressed up so elaborately, "You're even dressed up so formally for dinner at home."
Shen Jingjing was a little nervous, her face slightly flushed: "We can't be too casual, after all..."
She wanted to say, "After all, it's the first time I've met your older brother and sister-in-law," but then she realized that she had met them before.
"Jingjing's here? Why aren't you coming in?"
Wen Shuyi called out from inside, and Jiang Yuanliang took Shen Jingjing's hand and pulled her into the house: "Let me introduce you, this is your elder brother and sister-in-law, you should have met them before."
Both of them were older than Shen Jingjing, so Shen Jingjing immediately addressed them as "elder brother" and "elder sister-in-law".
(End of this chapter)
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