Ye Tingjun was still in a daze, but he was a man who had experienced great things, so he asked, "Wait a minute, where did you get so much capital? Although Grandpa has some savings over the years, it's not enough, is it?"
Ye Yifan laughed, but it was unclear whether he was laughing at his father or at his own pitiful state.
He looked at Ye Tingjun and said, "That's because you don't understand me. Don't worry, it's all clean money from legitimate sources. I've also donated a lot to impoverished mountain areas. I don't lack money. I started earning money a long time ago. After all, I don't have much to rely on, and my grandfather raised me to be independent early on."
Ye Tingjun's mind was in turmoil. He had never realized it before, but now he knew that he was too unfamiliar with this son. He thought his eldest son was just studying and working, leading a normal life, but he didn't know that he had already started making money, let alone that he had such great abilities.
He looked at Ye Yifan: "Xiao Fan, what have you been through all these years?"
Ye Yifan smiled: "I have been through too much, but I have survived all the hardships. I am fine now, so Father, you don't need to worry about me."
These words were spoken with anger, and of course, they truly meant it, because what was the point of saying anything to them now? There was no need.
Ye Jianxiao said to Ye Tingjun, "You came here secretly today, didn't you? You think you're doing this for the good of the whole family? You never get to the point."
He sighed again and continued, "Xiao He isn't a bad person, but she's simple-minded. Fang Lanlan is no pushover either. If you want peace in your family, if you want your eldest son to acknowledge you, and if you want Xiao Zhou to stay on the right path, then you need to focus more on your family. I'll say it again, keep a close eye on Fang Lanlan. She's not as simple as she seems. I raised Xiao Fan. She's a lot like her uncle; they're both upright people, not liars. Over the years, Xiao Fan has never told me a lie. A person's character doesn't change overnight. If those things from when she was little weren't lies by Xiao Fan, then it proves that Fang Lanlan started scheming at such a young age. Now Xiao Zhou is the same age as Kai Kai. Look at Xiao Zhou; all he does is listen to Fang Lanlan. Does he have any opinions of his own? Look at how Kai Kai's older and younger brothers get along with her. Eldest son, your brother is gone, and you're my only son. Can you please not make me die with regrets?"
These words silenced Ye Tingjun, because his younger brother held a special place in his heart. When they were young, Ye Tingjun and his younger brother Ye Tingxuan were very close. The two brothers were two years apart, but they did everything together. He understood his brother's character: quiet and upright.
While at work, my younger brother did surveying work. During one mission, he lost his life trying to save two teammates who had fallen into a well.
His father rarely mentioned his younger brother; it was a sore spot for them. But now that his father could say this, Ye Tingjun had his own answer. He believed in his brother, he believed in his father, and naturally, he also believed in Ye Yifan.
Also, Ye Yizhou is the same age as Hua Kai, but there is a huge difference between them. Speaking of which, Ye Yizhou has always been like a child. Fang Lanlan often says that the family is well-off and Ye Yizhou doesn't have so many burdens. Everyone protects him and wants him to always be a happy child. But is this really for Ye Yizhou's good?
He walked up to Ye Yifan and put his hand on her shoulder: "Yifan, Dad was wrong before. From now on, Dad promises you that he will believe every word you say. But some things cannot be changed by me alone all at once."
These words surprised Ye Yifan, because his father used to only make excuses or put him in a difficult position, but never said anything like this. Trust was very important to Ye Yifan. When Fang Lanlan framed him when he was a child, he really hoped that his parents would trust him, but they didn't. This belated trust made him feel less upset.
Hua Kai knew that Ye Yifan actually longed for her parents' love, but after being disappointed too many times, she eventually gave up on asking for it. Now, Ye Tingjun's words were useful to Ye Yifan.
She was somewhat relieved at this moment, at least everything was developing in a positive direction.
Ye Jianxiao said to Ye Yifan, "Xiaofan, we can't deny your father a chance. Let's see how he behaves in the future and whether he's worth your forgiveness."
Ye Yifan was silent for a while before saying to Ye Tingjun, "Dad, I've said everything I need to say. I also have my bottom line, so I won't say anything more."
What was it that she wanted Ye Tingjun to send Fang Lanlan away and go home?
On one hand, it's impossible; on the other hand, it's unnecessary. And many things are beyond our control. All we can do is hope for possible repairs in the future. Truly loving each other? Truly without any gaps? That's too difficult.
Ye Tingjun took a deep breath and said to Ye Yifan, "Dad knows. It seems superfluous to say anything now, but Yifan, Dad cares about you."
Ye Yifan smiled somewhat reluctantly: "I hope so."
Ye Jianxiao coughed a few times, still a little out of breath, and said, "Hey, what's going on? The Fang family was clearly in the wrong, but in the end, it was our Ye family that was punished. I don't know what sins I've committed."
Hua Kai patted Ye Jianxiao's back to help him catch his breath: "Grandpa, don't be angry. If you get angry, we'll all worry about you. Besides, Yi Fan isn't as lonely as before. He still has us."
Ye Jianxiao nodded: "Thanks to you all, Xiao Fan is really lucky. He's been very happy to know your family. Every time he comes back and talks about your family, he's always very happy. He's never been this happy before."
Hua Kai said, "Grandpa, some people experience sweetness first and then bitterness, while others experience bitterness first and then sweetness. I believe that Yi Fan's life will be sweet from now on."
Upon hearing this, Ye Jianxiao finally became happy: "Grandpa likes to hear you talk."
Ye Tingjun felt powerless at this moment. The obvious estrangement between his own father and son made him feel uneasy. He also thought that if he had sent Fang Lanlan back back then, how could he have become so estranged from his father? And Ye Yifan and Ye Yizhou, the two brothers, should be as close to him as he was to his younger brother back then.
He said to Ye Yifan, "Xiaofan, you two try to persuade Grandpa not to be angry. I'm going back now. If you need anything and it's inconvenient to talk to your mother, just talk to me alone."
Ye Yifan nodded: "I understand, Dad."
Ye Jianxiao looked at Ye Tingjun and said, "I don't want to be angry with you anymore. It's been too many years. I've already been angry when I needed to be. You don't need to worry about me anymore."
Hua Kai smiled as she listened to the old man's words. It was clear from his words that the old man was still worried about his son and afraid that his son would feel guilty and upset.
Ye Tingjun wasn't stupid; he naturally understood what his father meant. He scratched his head and smiled, "Dad, thank you for teaching Xiao Fan so well. I'll go back now."
Ye Jianxiao waved his hand: "Hurry up and leave, looking at you is giving me a headache."
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