When everyone reunited, the atmosphere was exceptionally harmonious, as if nothing had ever happened before.
Zhao Jianguo, who is usually stern and solemn, showed an unusually kind and approachable side when facing Huo Jinning; Song Mowanli was even more generous and magnanimous, directly selecting many precious items from her dowry to give to Huo Jinning.
Moreover, the Zhao Gao family's attitude towards Huo Jinning became much more sincere.
However, these scenes aroused resentment and jealousy in Zhao Qi's family.
They secretly speculated that the two elderly people clearly favored Zhao Qiuying more, otherwise why would they bestow so many jewels upon her daughter?
Zhao Qi was even more indignant: "Blood is indeed thicker than water!"
The jealousy burning in his eyes was undisguised.
Although it was only fleeting, this subtle change in expression did not escape the keen eyes of the Zhao family elders.
At this moment, the two elders of the Zhao family couldn't help but feel wary.
They suddenly realized that perhaps they had never had a deep understanding or knowledge of Zhao Qi.
I was initially skeptical of Huo Jinning's words, but now it seems they are most likely true.
"Young Master, Young Madam, the young master has finally woken up!"
The nanny happily carried the child out of the room, quickly walked to the second mistress Xu Luobai, and gently handed her the child into her arms.
"Our little baby is awake! Come and see, your little auntie has come to see you." Xu Luobai said softly, looking down at the adorable child in her arms with a smile on her face.
At this moment, little Zhao Mo seemed to understand his mother's words, stretching out his chubby little hands and muttering, "Auntie, hug me."
"Me?" Huo Jinning was somewhat surprised, pointed to herself uncertainly, and asked in confusion.
“Ningning, look, Xiaomo isn’t calling you. He definitely wants his aunt to hug him,” Xu Luobai replied with a gentle smile.
"But, second cousin-in-law, I've never held a baby before. Is it really okay? Will there be any problems?" Huo Jinning was still a little worried and asked nervously.
"Haha, it's okay, Ningning. Xiao Mo is already three years old, no longer a baby. Holding him will definitely be fine," Xu Luobai patiently explained, trying to dispel Huo Jinning's concerns.
"Alright then, little Momo, let your auntie give you a hug." Huo Jinning took a deep breath, then carefully stretched out her arms and slowly picked up the child.
Just as Huo Jinning hugged Xiao Mo, the little guy suddenly pouted and kissed Huo Jinning on the cheek with a smack.
Seeing this, everyone laughed and teased, "Oh my, look how much our little Mo likes his pretty aunt Ningning."
It was as if they were saying that Zhao Mo, this little brat, already knew how to like beautiful women at such a young age.
The atmosphere improved even more after Zhao Mo arrived.
[This little guy is so adorable.]
[In the original book, the second cousin lost the competition for the CEO position and was kicked out of the company by his eldest uncle.]
[After that, my second cousin drowned his sorrows in alcohol every day, and eventually he accidentally fell down the steps and died.]
[My second cousin's wife was raising her child alone when she returned home one night and was assaulted and murdered by a homeless man.]
[This little guy was left unattended and sent to an orphanage.]
[It seems the book only mentioned once that being bullied in the orphanage eventually led to becoming cold, paranoid, and unsociable.]
[I never expected this little guy to be like this.]
Upon hearing of Zhao Mo's fate, Zhao Gao's family couldn't help but sigh and feel a lingering fear.
They never expected that even with only Zhao Mo left as their child, Zhao Qi and Zhao Ziyi would be so heartless as to stand idly by!
If Zhao Mo had been given even a small amount of money, he might not have ended up in such a miserable state!
At this moment, the resentment towards Zhao Qi and Zhao Ziheng had reached its peak.
Everyone secretly vowed that they would not rest until they avenged this grudge!
That family must pay a heavy price!
Just then, the butler came to inform everyone that the meal was ready and they could eat, which temporarily pulled everyone back to reality from their angry thoughts.
[This fish is delicious, but it has bones; it would be better if it didn't.]
[This crab is delicious, and it's quite big. I wish someone could peel it for me.]
[This duck meat is the best.]
[Hehe, they're all delicious.]
[...]
The rule of not speaking while eating is observed, so the only sound at the table is the clinking of bowls and chopsticks, and everyone remains silent.
However, everyone could hear Huo Jinning's inner voice, which made the meal quite lively.
After finishing her meal, when no one was looking, Huo Jinning began to coax her grandfather, "Grandpa, Mom told me you have a lot of top-quality tea hidden here! Can you give it all to me?"
"Okay, Grandpa will get it for you in a bit."
How could Zhao Jianguo not know Huo Jinning's true intentions?
This little guy doesn't actually want tea leaves; he's clearly worried that drinking tea with medicine in it will harm his health. He's so thoughtful.
"Thank you so much, Grandpa! But you must give it to me secretly behind their backs, otherwise they'll definitely be jealous of me, and I'll become the target of everyone's jealousy." Huo Jinning lowered her voice and said softly.
[I'll secretly send some more tea to Grandpa tomorrow.]
[Thinking about it this way, my uncle won't notice.]
[If I'm careful, everything will be fine.]
[I can't just watch something happen to Grandpa; after all, he left me so many precious things.]
"Haha, Ningning is right! Of course, Grandpa will only give it to Ningning, and he won't tell anyone else." Zhao Jianguo's face was filled with genuine joy.
"Grandpa, you must keep your word!" Huo Jinning blinked her bright eyes and looked at Zhao Jianguo expectantly.
"Yes, Grandpa always keeps his word; a promise is a promise!"
Zhao Jianguo nodded solemnly, indicating that he would absolutely not break his promise.
"Grandpa is the best!"
Then, she said to her grandmother with concern, "Grandma, I heard from Mom that you haven't been feeling well and have been taking medicine, but it doesn't seem to be working very well. Why don't you go to the hospital for a full check-up? It just so happens that Brother Zhou Haoran is a very skilled doctor. How about I go with you to see him tomorrow?"
"Good girl, Ningning is so sensible and considerate. Actually, I'm tired of drinking those bitter medicines every day." Song Moli stroked Huo Jinning's hair with affection.
"Then it's settled. We'll go to the hospital together tomorrow."
Huo Jinning was secretly delighted that things went so smoothly.
[If Zhao Qi hadn't tampered with the medicine, my grandmother would have been cured long ago.]
[And that doctor, he's no good either. He has no compassion for patients, only a greedy money-grubber. I need to find out what's wrong with him so I can give the patients an explanation.]
When they returned, Huo Jinning had the most to show for it.
Song Moli kept urging Huo Jinning to come and visit the two elders whenever he had time.
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