Chapter 351 The Stubborn Old Man with a Soft Heart and a Sour Face
Shen Baohua returned home and went straight into his study.
His room is filled with antiques and calligraphy, which are his treasures, but he doesn't know what to give his children.
He hasn't spent much time with the children these past few years; at most, he observes their tastes and preferences at the dinner table.
When it came to the actual gift, the old man started to have a problem.
He picked up these treasures and put them down again, but they were always just not quite right.
Just as I was scratching my head, my son called.
"What's wrong?" the old man asked.
"Oh, it's nothing," Shen Zhiye knew his father would make this noise when he called, he was used to it. "I just wanted to let you know that you're coming over for dinner tomorrow, no need to bring a gift."
"That's outrageous." The old man found a chair and sat down.
"Don't mention it. You are our elder. Inviting you to our home for dinner is already giving us face. Why bring a gift? Besides, you don't even know what the children like."
Grandpa Shen remained silent; his son's analysis was correct.
Shen Zhiye chuckled, "Let me tell you, all our children are doing great. They're overjoyed that you're here. If you really want to bring a gift, I can give you some ideas."
Shen Buyu set an alarm to wake up early, wash up, and have breakfast.
The elderly have very regular schedules; they don't stay up late and get up very early.
I had arranged to meet my grandfather at nine o'clock, and it would take some time to get there, so I couldn't be late.
Shen Yanzhou and Shen Yunqi were very cooperative.
After breakfast, the three of them changed into the sibling outfits that Lan Xinyan had bought for them and went out.
In the car, Shen Buyu asked Shen Yanzhou, "Big brother, is Grandpa allergic to dog hair? Does he hate puppies?"
Shen Yanzhou pondered for a moment, "He shouldn't be allergic. Grandpa had a medical check-up in England before, and I've seen his medical records. They didn't emphasize any allergens. As for whether he likes it or not, it's hard to say."
Shen Yunqi drove the car and said, "Don't worry, the house is so big. If you're afraid of getting cold in the yard, just leave Jinbao in my room. Shen Buyu, don't worry so much."
“Silence is just a sign of thoughtful consideration, not a sign of deep-seated thoughts,” Shen Yanzhou said, speaking up for his sister.
Shen Buyu nodded firmly, "That's right, that's right."
Grandpa Shen got up early, practiced his boxing, and then changed his clothes, changing several outfits before he was satisfied.
The butler standing nearby couldn't help but laugh.
"What are you laughing at?" Shen Baohua asked him.
The housekeeper, who is in his fifties and has served Shen Baohua for many years, said, “I have been telling you to get to know your husband and the others more often, but you always refuse to listen. Fortunately, there is Miss Sun who can see through your pretense.”
“I’m too old to join in their fun,” the old man said, staring at himself in the mirror, looking left and right. “Doesn’t this dark blue outfit look too serious?”
"That deep red outfit was great; it was both festive and approachable."
Grandpa Shen eventually listened to advice and changed into a dark red Tang suit.
After tidying up, I sat in the living room to listen to the opera.
However, my eyes kept glancing at the clock, and the closer it got to nine o'clock, the more uneasy I felt.
He straightened his collar and tidied his clothes.
"They're here," the butler said, hurrying in. "Young Master Sun and Miss Sun's car has arrived."
Shen Baohua cleared his throat, picked up the teacup, and remained as steady as a mountain.
"grandfather!"
The voice arrives before the person gets close.
Old Master Shen immediately looked towards the door.
Shen Buyu entered with a smile, followed by his two older brothers. "Good morning, Grandpa."
"Hmm." Old Master Shen put down his teacup. "Let's go."
"Grandpa, is this a new dress? The color is beautiful, and the pattern is exquisite. Is it embroidered with the character '福' (fortune)? It's made with gold thread, so pretty!"
He remained silent for several seconds, then said "good" repeatedly.
Shen Baohua felt relieved, thankful that she hadn't worn the dark blue one. "If you like it, I'll make you one too."
"No need, I have enough clothes, thank you Grandpa." Shen Buyu followed beside Grandpa Shen, her mouth never stopping, constantly trying to find topics to talk about.
After talking for a while, the old man's tension was finally dispelled.
"My eldest brother is amazing. Now Dad hardly goes to the company anymore; he manages everything. My older brother is also great. He has his own business, his own e-sports company. They'll be going to a competition soon."
Shen Baohua nodded. He had always known that his eldest grandson was outstanding; the child had never needed anyone to worry about him since he was a child.
It's... my second grandson, right? He used to climb trees, catch fish, and steal bird eggs when he was little, but now he's doing quite well.
"Not bad," said Grandpa Shen.
Shen Yunqi, who was driving, didn't turn around, but his intuition told him that his grandfather had been talking to the back of his head.
My nose is sore.
His sister is so kind; only she would praise herself so specifically.
Without her, I would never have heard the stubborn old man's praise in my life.
Shen Yanzhou, sitting in the passenger seat, glanced at his younger brother with a gentle smile and patted him on the shoulder while waiting at a red light.
When they arrived at the Shen family villa, Shen Zhiye and Lan Xinyan were already waiting at the door.
"Dad, you're here! You look really smart in that outfit." Shen Zhiye smiled brightly. It was like the sun had risen in the west that his father had come to their house for dinner.
"Dad, you must be tired from the car ride. Come inside and have some tea to rest." Lan Xinyan secretly pinched her husband, who was grinning foolishly.
"Hmm." Shen Baohua stepped inside.
This was his first time visiting his son and daughter-in-law's villa.
"Yanzhou," Old Master Shen called out after sitting down.
“Grandpa, I’m here.” Shen Yanzhou took a step forward.
"Put the box here and open it," he gestured.
I took a mahogany box from home, but it felt heavy, so I didn't give it to my granddaughter. Instead, I gave it to my eldest grandson, who didn't drive.
Shen Yanzhou did as instructed, opened the box, and was first taken aback, then chuckled softly.
Grandpa, just like my sister said, is a stubborn old man with a soft heart but a grumpy face.
“Silent girl.” Shen Baohua picked out a Qing Dynasty kingfisher feather hairpin from among them. “This is for you.”
"Thank you, Grandpa." Shen Buyu took it with both hands, holding it carefully in her hands. "It's so beautiful, thank you, Grandpa!"
Shen Baohua then called to Shen Yanzhou, "This is yours."
A slightly aged, solid gold antique pocket watch.
"Thank you, Grandpa." Shen Yanzhou also cherished the first physical gift her grandfather had given her.
Shen Yunqi cleared his throat, eagerly anticipating his gift.
Then he received a pure gold cricket cage.
He picked up the small cage and looked at his older brother and younger sister's gifts, and realized something was wrong.
My sister's hairpin is something girls do to look pretty.
The elder brother's pocket watch symbolizes composure.
Is his cricket cage... just for fun?
So, in Grandpa's heart, he was the one who didn't do his job properly.
“Brother,” Shen Buyu leaned over to say something to comfort him, but after a long pause, he said, “Yours uses the most materials, so it’s the most expensive based on the current gold price.”
"And your workmanship is exquisite," Shen Yanzhou also came over to coax his younger brother, "It's obviously made by a skilled craftsman and has collectible value."
Shen Yunqi took a deep breath. "Fine, in the end, I misplaced my trust."
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