Jiang Rou felt unhappy when she heard his words.
But the thought of having to ask him for money made her suppress her discomfort and explain earnestly:
"I just went out to see a friend."
"Do you know who I saw today? I actually saw Jiang Ning having coffee with a foreigner. That family of theirs really knows how to scheme." She successfully steered the conversation towards Jiang Ning.
Lin Tao felt uneasy whenever he thought of Jiang Ning standing with the mayor, laughing heartily.
He also heard that the company Lin Chen and his partners started had received many preferential policies from the government, and many large projects came to them seeking cooperation.
At this rate, their family is going to become the richest family in the capital.
"Hmph, they've had it too easy lately. Now that I'm back, I won't let them have it so easy anymore."
He has secretly sent people to investigate, and he'll find an opportunity to sabotage them.
Jiang Rou took the opportunity to ask for money.
“My friend needs money to smooth things over. As long as his career goes smoothly, we’ll make a fortune.”
Lin Tao understood that Jiang Rou was different this time. Since she asked for money, he would give her all the money he had made from selling flour recently.
As long as her backing is secure, he can work with peace of mind and boldness from now on.
When Jiang Rou heard that he was willing to give her 20,000 yuan, she immediately smiled and went over to hug him.
Lin Tao remembered Yu Xiaofeng's request for him to have a child during the Spring Festival, so he reached out his hand towards her clothes.
At this moment, everyone was sitting together eating dinner in the courtyard at No. 88.
Because they were going to the suburbs the next day and would be back late, Jiang Ning informed everyone to see who was free to pick up and drop off the children.
Wang Xiufen replied, "Don't worry, with so many people, someone will definitely pick you up and drop you off. Just go without worry."
Lin Chen also said:
"I have time. If not, I'll call home."
Jiang Ning was still a little worried and instructed the children:
"You can only go with us if a family member comes to pick you up. Don't talk to strangers."
Jiaojiao and Tongtong obediently agreed.
Seeing how well-behaved they were, Jiang Ning took out the small cakes from the refrigerator.
Jiaojiao's eyes lit up immediately, and she ran to the kitchen to get two small spoons.
Jiang Ning brought back a lot of bread and cakes, which she then distributed to Wang Xiufen and the others.
Yang Lu also liked to eat it, but she didn't dare to eat too much; she only ate a very small piece.
It was the first time Ji Min had ever eaten cake. It was sweet and soft, and she loved it.
Jiang Ning decided to buy it several times a month and bring it back for them to eat.
Sweet foods are the best way to lift one's spirits.
While eating cake, Yang Lu also shared her own experiences.
It turns out that she submitted her resignation when she went to work today, and she won't need to go to work starting tomorrow.
She was supposed to stay for a month, but since she was pregnant, no one said anything, and she would receive her last month's salary.
Jiang Ning was happy for her and also expressed her envy.
Yang Lu chimed in, "Sister-in-law, haven't you ever considered having another child?"
Jiang Ning smiled gently: "I don't mind, but it's a pity that the family planning policy doesn't allow it! You guys are at a disadvantage. Back then, I bought two gold locks for my baby, but now we can only have one."
Yang Lu pouted: "That's right. I heard that if your first child is a girl, you can have a second child. I'm hoping to have a daughter."
Jiang Ning poured cold water on her enthusiasm: "I've looked into it. This policy only applies to rural areas; urban residents don't benefit from it."
Yang Lu slapped her thigh, thinking to herself, "Oh no!"
She was a resident of Beijing, and after getting married, she had Gao Baoliang register his household in Beijing as well.
He owns a house, and his wife has a Beijing residency permit, so he got his residency permit without much effort.
Lin Chen's household registration was also obtained through a relative's registration.
In this respect, Luo Guangming and Lin Qiao did not have such a smooth experience.
They haven't bought a house here yet, and their family relationship with Lin Chen isn't as close as that of a married couple, so they can only wait in line.
However, it should be able to fall back into the habit in about two years.
Wang Xiufen's situation is similar; she's applying and waiting for her turn to get it done.
Everyone chatted and laughed until after nine o'clock, when the courtyard gradually quieted down.
Lin Chen then helped Jiang Ning pack her things, fearing that she might have to stay in the suburbs and it would be best to bring some clothes.
"Okay, just take a handbag, don't take too much."
Jiang Ning had just settled the child, washed her face, and sat down at the dressing table to apply lotion to her face.
She is naturally beautiful, with fair and radiant skin, but she has not neglected skincare.
She applies face cream and body lotion almost every night.
Her body remained delicate and tender, making Lin Chen unable to resist her every time.
Knowing that Lin Chen was upset while packing, she wrapped her slender arm around his neck and comforted him:
"It's just work. I even brought Wang Meizhu with me. You're not jealous, are you?"
I was jealous once before, and I was really demanding of her. I didn't expect that the jealousy hadn't subsided yet.
Lin Chen zipped up the bag, placed it in the corner, and wrapped his large arm around her slender waist, his eyes deep and unfathomable.
“I’m not that stingy, I’m just a little worried about your safety. Also, I was a bit saddened to hear about Yang Lu’s resignation today. If you’re willing to not work, I believe I can still support you. And if you want to work hard, I will fully support you.”
Jiang Ning knew Lin Chen's thoughts all too well.
In his past life, he didn't make her work, but his biggest problem was that he was too easily swayed, which is why Lin Tao tricked him time and time again.
Throughout her life, she hoped to accumulate wealth quickly through her own efforts.
Take this crisis for example. If he didn't have money, he wouldn't have been able to buy that Crown and turn things around so quickly.
Especially in a place like the capital, where officialdom is paramount, without money, there is simply no way to contend with power.
Jiang Rou has made a strong comeback this time, and even opened a KTV across from her company. She doesn't believe anyone who says she's not targeting her.
She must strengthen herself to fight against it.
“Ah Chen, don’t worry about me. Mei Zhu is quite skilled. She will protect me if anything happens. Besides, Ross is a foreigner. Anyone who dares to touch him would be provoking international conflict. Nobody would dare to do that.”
Lin Chen had no choice but to force himself to relax and stop worrying about these unnecessary things.
That night, he took her again, this time forcefully.
The next morning, Ross's car was parked in front of the courtyard house.
Jiang Ning took a paper bag containing a bag of freshly steamed buns, waved goodbye to Lin Chen, and got into the car.
Lin Chen got into the driver's seat and, in broken English, said to Ross:
"I'm entrusting my wife to you."
Ross gestured with both hands, "Don't worry, I'll bring her back safe and sound."
He probably didn't expect that Jiang Ning would be unharmed, while he himself would be injured when he returned.
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