Chapter 172: When She Glanced Over At Yan Beicheng, She Discovered That He Still Had A Solemn Expression.

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Lin Chu frowned and closed the box. She proceeded to put it back into the bag and returned it to Dai Huimin. This is too expensive.

No, no, this is nothing! Compared to what I owed you, this is nothing! Dai Huimin hurriedly shook her head with an expression that looked as though she was about to bawl.

She knew that Lin Chu hated it when people cried and so she held it in. I owe you so much more. Compared to what I owe you this is truly nothing. I never raised you properly as you were growing up, and Ive felt any responsibility toward you. I see youve grown up well, but not due to any of my efforts Ive never done anything for you.

The old principal knew that she was looking for Lin Chu, hence she looked for her as well and told her everything that Lin Chu had gone through. Dai Huimin always had the feeling that Lin Chu had a good life, and according to the old principal that treated her so well, she must never have suffered since she was a child. At least it would be better than if she were to live with her. Thus, she felt a slight pain from losing her daughter alongside a pang of guilt, but it was not particularly severe.

Once she heard the old principals stories, she knew what she had done was wrong. Later on, it was not even because of Huang Changxian blocking her, it was because she could not bring herself to as she was ashamed to face her. The guilt in her heart was hard to swallow, and she constantly held onto it, deepening her sorrow further.

She also did not allow Xu Jiaojiao to disturb Lin Chu anymore, and even had a quarrel with Xu Jiaojiao about it. At that point, she even had the urge to strike Xu Jiaojiao.

She felt that since she could no longer do much for Lin Chu, and she had wronged her in the past, then the least she could do now was not cause her any trouble and make her angry.

This was up until Xu Jiaojiao saw the news of Lin Chu and Yan Beicheng getting married. She felt that since she had never done anything for Lin Chu, she proceeded to take out her savings and went to the mall to pick out the pair of dragon and phoenix bracelets in hopes that Lin Chu would accept them, and hoping that she would fulfill a small part of her meager duties.

Youre married now, and I cant do anything for you. Ive thought about it, and I had no idea what to give you. I then thought about my hometown and this custom. Im not capable, and not as great as the Yan Family. I also dont know any powerful people, have no connections and dont have a lot of money. But, I still wanted to do my best. This bracelet is all that I can offer you. I cant do much, but what I can do, Ill do my best for you. Lin Chu, I beg you please accept this. Just let Let me do these small things for you, even just a little bit!

Lin Chu felt tears well up in her eyes, and her heart got tender from her words. Actually, as long as you wish me well, thats enough for me. If you wanted to gift something to me, they dont need to be this much. I understand your intentions, and Ive received it. You should leave this pair of bracelets for Xu Jiaojiao. When she gets married, shell need it as well.

Are you Are you unwilling to accept them? Dai Huimin asked in an upset tone.

No, please dont misunderstand. Ive really received your kind intentions, and I know youre not scheming anything. I also know that you really want to do these things for me. I get it, and its not that Im rejecting your kind intentions. On the contrary, Ive accepted them. However, I know your familys financial circumstances and so I believe this bracelet should be kept until they are more of use to you. Lin Chu explained softly.

Seeing that Lin Chu was not rejecting it and had explained everything to her in a soft manner, Dai Huimin believed her.

However, she still insisted on giving her the bracelet. Our familys financial situation is not that bad now, really.

Me and your uncle I mean my husband, weve opened up a small restaurant. Its not big and were currently renting the ground floor of a residence next to the street. Hes a cook and is quite skilled, but hes unable to constantly work under someone. So, we took out our savings and opened our own shop years ago. He serves normal stir-fry dishes, pork ribs with rice and dumplings. Theyre not expensive things, so the revenue is not high. The business is going well though, those that work nearby as well as primary school students would spend more than ten Yuan per day to eat until theyre full.

Coincidentally, theres a block just next to our restaurant where a paralyzed old lady lives at. She needs someone to help her defecate and urinate, and nothing more. I go over twice a day to help her go to the toilet, and once shes done, I put her back into bed. I was given one thousand and five hundred Yuan per month.

All of this together gives me a few thousand Yuan a month. Dai Huimin brightened up as she thought of it. So, dont worry about Jiaojiaos, Ill have enough to afford hers as well.

Dai Huimin then carefully handed the bag back to Lin Chu, but did not dare put it in her hands. She was afraid she would be unhappy, so she let go of it and let the bag fall to the ground.

Although the gold bracelet was protected by a box, it was still very valuable for Dai Huimin as it was her first time buying such expensive things.

Dai Huimins expression was timid and nervous, and the hand she used to carry the bag trembled constantly. She looked at Lin Chu with a desperate expression across her face.

Lin Chu had always been someone that could be coaxed, not coerced. However, as she looked at Dai Huimins appearance, she did not have the heart to say any harsh words. Despite this, she did not dare accept it either her heart was truly conflicted.

Dai Huimins gaze trembled as her eyes expressed her sorrow. She lowered her head, unable to speak, and slowly picked the bag back up and held it in her arms. One could see her frustrated expression as she was obviously disappointed but unable to show it in front of Lin Chu. It would make anyone feel uncomfortable.

Lin Chu frowned slightly and asked, You havent eaten right?

Dai Huimin was stunned and froze, her lips trembled as she looked up but was unable to speak. Then, she slowly shook her head.

Lin Chu gave it a thought and continued, Have a meal with me.

Dai Huimin did not know whether it was so that Lin Chu could have a talk with her and set it straight that she should never bother her again or whether it because she had opened up a little toward her.

Being able to have a meal with Lin Chu still made her happy, and the corner of her eyes sparkled with tears even though she was too excited to say a word. She nodded, as she was simultaneously cried and laughed.

When Lin Chu saw this scene, she did not know how to feel. She could not say that she had gotten closer with Dai Huimin and had felt the blood connection since she still felt like a stranger toward Dai Huimin and was not able to reveal too many emotions.

Watching Dai Huimin tip-toe around her made her heart go soft and she became quite apologetic.

Even though she said she would treat Dai Huimin as a stranger, in truth she knew was kinder toward a stranger than toward Dai Huimin.

Lin Chu then began to doubt herself about whether she had treated her with the right attitude.

She saw how Dai Huimin felt so uneasy and was quite afraid of her. She wanted to approach her but did not have the courage to.

Lin Chu heaved a sigh and said, Follow me.

Dai Huimin happily agreed and gave her a quick nod, then quickly rubbed off her tears and carefully trailed after Lin Chu. It was as if she were a servant, and she acted as if she was even lower than Aunt Zhuang.

Lin Chu noticed this and slowed down so that she was walking beside Dai Huimin.

Dai Huimin slowed down as well and maintained her distance behind Lin Chus back.

Lin Chu,

Lin Chu turned around and glanced at her but said nothing. She walked toward Shao Huai and saw Shao Huai hesitating so she said, Were just getting a meal nearby. You can go back first. Ill explain to Beicheng.

Shao Huai glanced at Dai Huimin once more, as if he was not at ease. In the end, he obeyed Lin Chus wishes and nodded before driving away.

Lin Chu brought Dai Huimin to a nearby restaurant. On their way there she gave Yan Beicheng a call.

Shao Huai had informed Yan Beicheng beforehand, so when Lin Chu called, Yan Beicheng was not surprised.

Lin Chu told him that she had met up with Dai Huimin and wanted to bring her out for a meal. Yan Beicheng did not object and just asked, Do you want me to accompany you?

Lin Chu thought about it and smiled. Thatll be great, if youre not busy then come over.

Lin Chu had brought Dai Huimin into the restaurant at that moment and told Yan Beicheng the name of it.

She thought about it again and felt that Yan Beicheng did not really fit in sitting in the big dining area with them. Yan Beicheng was way too eye-catching, hence she asked the waiter whether there was a private room.

There was one available, and even though there was an extra 15% surcharge for it, Lin Chu did not mind and went ahead and grabbed it.

She then told Yan Beicheng the name of the private room so he could directly enter later on.

Once they entered, Lin Chu ordered several dishes. It was not a lot, just enough for the three of them.

The waiter had just left when Yan Beicheng arrived.

Originally, when facing Lin Chu, Dai Huimin would get nervous as she had never seen Lin Chu when she was growing up. Even if they were connected by blood, she was still a stranger to her. Furthermore, Dai Huimin had an indescribable feeling that Lin Chus temperament and grandeur made one unable to resist looking up to her. So, when she was with her, she would always be on edge.

Lin Chu herself was not aware of this, it was just that she had been around Yan Beicheng for such a long time that she had inevitably been influenced by his grandeur aura. Even her habits and nuanced movements were like Yan Beichengs now.

Moreover, she was always with Yan Beicheng, or Chu Zhaoyang and the others, and her aura had inevitably been influenced by them. An average person would find Chu Zhaoyang and the others intimidating, but Lin Chu had grown used to them. Even her attitude toward them was casual now, so over time, her temperament naturally grew similar to theirs.

Jiang Changdai and Lu Weining were constantly looking down on Lin Chus origin, but they had never taken a closer and serious look at Lin Chu. Otherwise, they would have discovered that both of them could not compare to Lin Chu now!

When Yan Beicheng arrived and sat next out Lin Chu, the aura they gave out was completely unbeatable. It made Dai Huimin unbearably nervous. Initially, she could not even speak out due to excitement, but now she was practically speechless because she was so tense.

When Lin Chu saw this, she could not bear it and said to her, Dont be nervous, he doesnt bite.

Dai Huimin decided to boldly raise her head since Lin Chu had said this in a nice tone. However, when she glanced over at Yan Beicheng, she discovered that he still wore a solemn expression. The courage she had just gained immediately shriveled back down, and she then embarrassedly smacked her lips and drooped her shoulders again.

As the waiter placed the dishes on the table, Lin Chu thought of Xu Jiaojiao and asked, You guys are you okay lately?

Dai Huimin suddenly raised her head back up, barely having the time to conceal her expression of pleasant surprise that was written all over her face before trying her best to conceal it.

Nevertheless, she kept looking at Lin Chu instead of Yan Beicheng. Even if she felt immensely pressured, at least she was able to speak out now.

Great, were doing just fine! Dai Huimin nodded her head excitedly as if she were pounding on garlic. Despite this, both her hands were still placed under the table on top of her knees, clenching onto it as she continuously twisted her fingers.

It was rare for her to chat with Lin Chu in a peaceful manner, so Dai Huimin was pleasantly surprised and cherished the moment. She also refused to give in to her nervousness and continued talking, Didnt I tell you just now that weve opened up a small restaurant? Although weve invested quite a lot of our savings, judging by our income since opening, the investment is very worthwhile. Your uncles quite good at cooking. If you dont dont mind, you could could come by our place for a meal. Let him cook you up some great dishes for you to try. He has several hand-made dishes and theyre all delicious.

I Im quite good at cooking as well, even though they dont look as good as his. The dishes he makes are restaurant-style food, while the food I make is mostly home-style food. If youre willing, I I could cook some for you. The more Dai Huimin spoke, the more she trembled.

Lin Chu was not opposed to the idea, yet she did not agree to it either.

Just the fact that she did not bluntly reject her was enough to make Dai Huimin happy. Her heart grew warmer and she felt a little bit of hope forming as her eyes reddened as well.

Although, when she suddenly thought about Lin Cus identity now, she was not so sure anymore.

She mumbled, I know that youre probably used to eating great food, and probably probably not used to the meals we make

Lin Chu hesitated for a while, but replied, Not really, we eat the same as you. We dont eat such expensive meals all the time.

Dai Huimin felt hopeful, and her tear-filled eyes grew brighter. Our small restaurant was opened with a conscience in mind, so the ingredients are all fresh. Even the cooking oil we use is decent peanut oil, not that cooking oil that has been used and discarded, and not even that genetically modified oil. You can eat them with ease.

Dai Huimin smiled embarrassedly. Our lives are getting better each day, and Jiaojiao found a job as well. I heard it was Lin or some sort of company, Ive never heard of it but she said the companys not bad. The welfare benefits are okay as well. Ive asked her to do well and be more down-to-earth, and not beg for a promotion. As long as the requirements are met, then the treatment wont be so bad.

Dai Huimin saw that Lin Chu did not have an annoyed expression on her face and sneaked a glance at Yan Beicheng. Yan Beicheng had an expressionless face, and even his eyebrows were not raised in the slightest.

He took some Thai style sweet and spicy shrimp and peeled it, then placed it on Lin Chus plate. He saw Lin Chus bowl of fresh vegetable soup that was half empty and scooped more for her until it was filled.

Dai Huimin had carefully observed them since the beginning of the meal. Yan Beicheng was not just eating his share, he was constantly making sure that Lin Chu was eating well. He gave her food based on what dishes she like the most, and on what was missing from her plates.

She noticed that the whole time, Lin Chu barely picked up anything with her chopsticks, she just ate what was placed in front of her.

Dai Huimin suddenly felt that Yan Beicheng was not as intimidating as he seemed. Even if Yan Beichengs public identity was such, he was still a normal person. No other men would even be as considerate as he was to spoil their wife as much as he did.

Even youngsters who were madly in love did not act this way.

Seeing Lin Chu living well, she felt comforted and silently felt that Lin Chu was truly blessed.

When she looked at Lin Chu and Yan Beicheng, Dai Huimin thought of Xu Jiaojiao and said, Jiaojiao had also recently gotten herself a boyfriend. That child had always had a lot of self-love. When she was in school she had never dated, nor did she date when she got to college. I actually felt that it wouldve been great for her if she dated in college. She refused to, and as shes a child with her own ideals I didnt want to pry. But recently, shes had lots of pretty clothes and bags. Shes constantly bringing back stuff, such as skin care items, and buying me and her dad a lot of things.

As she continued, Dai Huimin was afraid that people would hear her and tilted forward. Yesterday I heard something when she was sneakily having a phone call at home. The door was closed so I couldnt hear her clearly, but you could vaguely hear that shes in love now, and the things that she brought back these past few days had been gifted to her by her boyfriend. It seems like hes in the same company as her and is her superior. He also seems young and promising so thats good.

Lin Chus gaze dropped slightly. She heart hesitated on whether or not she should let her know. However, upon looking at Dai Huimin being so happy, she did not have the heart to dissapoint her.

Dai Huimin glanced at Yan Beicheng once more, and quietly moved to Lin Chus side and whispered, Seeing Jiaojiao with such a capable boyfriend, Im happy as well. I know that this way, youll have more confidence in our family since I know that youre not lacking anything yourself.

Dai Huimin then curled her fingers and shifted more. But I still wanted to give you more, like

Like a mother would do for her daughter.

Lin Chu looked at Dai Huimin with conflicted feelings. Perhaps Dai Huimin was not very intelligent, but she was able to tell with certainty that up until this moment, Dai Huimin did not harbor any ill intentions toward her.

She was truly looking forward to Xu Jiaojiao living a good life. As she listened to her, she knew she was proud of Xu Jiaojiao. Even if she knew that it was unnecessary, Dai Huiming wished that her household would get better, and that they would be able to support Lin Chu if anything were to happen.

Perhaps Dai Huimin was selfish when she was younger and did not dare to take responsibility. After decades, she had suffered so much and been deceived to the point where it was no longer easy to have a conscience and be kind.

Lin Chu may be unable to get closer to her, but she did not want to be excessively harsh toward her either.

She turned her head to look at Yan Beicheng, and Yan Beicheng nodded at her as if he understood what her gaze meant.

Whatever she decided to do, he would support her.

This was also the reason why she agreed to Yan Beicheng coming over. If he were there, she would have a clearer view and regardless of what she decided, her heart would be firm about it.

Lin Chu looked at Dai Huimin and said, Ive seen Xu Jiaojiaos boyfriend before.

Really? Dai Huimin asked in astonishment. She moved her body even closer to Lin Chu and excitedly wanted to grab onto her hand. However, her hands only stretched a bit before she promptly retracted them.

Dai Huimin nervously and awkwardly withdrew her hands back and held them firmly together as if she wanted to restrain herself so that she would not stretch them out again.

Lin Chu began to squint as she listened to Dai Huimin ask her, Then Whats her boyfriend like? You know more than us, and youre surely a better judge of character than Jiaojiao. She just got out of college, so Im worried that shes too naive and would be deceived by others. When you look at that boy, does he look like he has a serious and steady character?

It seemed that Dai Huimin had thought about what had happened to her in the past, and was now careful when it came to these kinds of matters.

Lin Chu began to bite her lips as she continued, I actually know that man.

What a coincidence! Then do tell me whats he like in person. Dai Huimin said in surprise, but upon seeing Lin Chus expression she immediately asked in a nervous tone. Hes not great, is he? If hes not, you need to tell me the truth, so that Jiaojiao wont be caught in an unfavorable situation.

Hes married and is Lin Maos chairmans son-in-law. His wife is called Lin Yuwen, and theyre the family that adopted me. Lin Yuwens my adoptive sister. Lin Chu continued, Lin Yuwen is unable to give birth, so I feel that Cheng Ziming isnt with Xu Jiaojiao because he likes her. Im afraid he has other intentions.

He He wants Jiaojiao to give birth to his child, and secretly raise it outside? Dai Huiming felt the blood drain from her body as a chill ran down her spine.

Dai Huimin shared the same idea as Lin Chu, but Lin Chu did not outwardly agree. She only objectively stated Cheng Zimings situation. Cheng Zimings currently the CEO of Lin Mao, and Xu Jiaojiao works in Lin Mao, so its impossible that she didnt know that Cheng Ziming is the son-in-law of the Lin Family. Her relationship with Cheng Ziming was obviously a voluntary matter. I dont know if she plans on waiting for Cheng Ziming to get a divorce to be with her, or if shes just willing to be Cheng Zimings mistress and give birth to a child for him.

I think that both of these ideas are terrible. Cheng Zimings now counting on the Lin Family as well, so its unlikely that he will get a divorce. Even if he did, would he actually be able to get together with Xu Jiaojiao? Cheng Zimings quite good-looking, and because of his connection to the Lin Family, hes loaded, alongside being the CEO of Lin Mao; these traits could attract a lot of womens interests. Because Xu Jiaojiao is clear about Cheng Zimings situation, even if I were to tell her these things, it wont really matter as she wouldve already known about it. Even if I talk to her, she wouldnt actually listen to me.

Since youve asked about it today, Ive broken it down into pieces to explain it to you. From here on, youll need to go back and think about how to proceed on the matter. Lin Chu said.

This matter would still depend on Xu Jiaojiaos parents. If her parents felt that it did not matter, then Lin Chu would have nothing more to say. If Dai Huimin did not approve of it, then it would be up to her to solve it as well. Regardless of what method she used, she had to make Xu Jiaojiao and Cheng Ziming break up.

Xu Jiaojiao was currently only looking to gain something from her mother, so she probably would not listen to all the excess chatter.

I definitely wont let her be the mistress of someone elses husband! Let alone let her give birth to an illegitimate child willy-nilly. Dai Huiming immediately exclaimed. She was absolutely decisive about it. Ive experienced it before, so how can I let my daughter go through it! I Ill go back and make it clear to her today, I wont allow her to be with Cheng Ziming!

As she spoke, Dai Huimin clenched her fist tightly and resentfully slapped her leg. That child How could that child have no self-love! Is there no other man out there? She just had to find one that has a family! She What is she thinking!

Dont beat yourself up too much, shes only been in Lin Mao for a few months. Her relationship with Cheng Ziming is probably not that serious yet so you still have time. Lin Chu comforted her.

Dai Huimin absent-mindedly nodded and heaved a heavy sigh. Im not asking her to marry someone rich, a man that will treat her well is good enough. Look at her father, hes not a man with great ability but hes honest and responsible, and he treats me well. He knew of my past but did not abandon me. Even when he learned your identity, he told me that when our family condition is better, well go and get you and live a good life together. Ive suffered before, so I understand that a reliable man is good enough, theres no need for riches or honor or any trials and tribulations. Mutual support toward one another is all we need.

Now our family is not considered rich by any means, but its much better than before. Jiaojiao does not lack food and clothing, theres no need for her to go and look for somebodys rich husband. That child that child infuriates me! Ive told her before that when she looks for a man, his sense of responsibility should come first. What sense of responsibility is there in a man who is willing to have a mistress behind his wifes back?

According to Lin Chu, Cheng Ziming also became the CEO of Lin Mao because of his wife. He had obtained so much from his wife, yet he ended up betraying her. How good of a person could he possibly be!

It was a rare moment where Lin Chu agreed to what Dai Huimin said.

Once they finished their lunch and were getting ready to leave, Dai Huimin gripped the handle of the paper bag uneasily and said, When I go back, Ill confront Jiaojiao and make her break up.

Lin Chu nodded and said nothing more.

Dai Huimin lowered her head and looked at the paper bag she was holding onto that contained the gold bracelet. She opened her mouth and wanted to give them to Lin Chu but was afraid that the latter would reject her again.

Regardless of everything, this was still something she had bought with kind intentions. The reason she gave it so late was because one of her three-year fixed-term passbooks had recently matured, and if she had taken it out sooner she would have lost all the interest. She endured it until last week and once the interest was added she quickly transferred it into her card and quickly went to the mall.

She was afraid that she would lose it as it contained fifty thousand Yuan and she had never carried that much money before. Hence, she intentionally placed it inside of her tight waist purse that she hid inside her clothes. Once she picked the bracelet, she took the card out from under her shirt.

The bracelet cost her four thousand and eight hundred Yuan Dai Huimin had never spent so much money whole life. However, when she was buying it, she did not regret it at all as it was for Lin Chu. It was her wedding gift, and her heart was filled with blessings and joy.

When she was buying it, she was filled with happiness and did not have the time to consider the issue of whether or not Lin Chu would accept it.

So at this moment, when she knew that Lin Chu would not accept it, she felt an indescribable pain in her heart. Her heart felt like it had been gripped by an invisible hand and was about to burst from its grasp.

The hand she used to hold the bag trembled, and she It was just a little piece of herself, she just wanted Lin Chu to accept it.

Lin Chu saw this and sighed to herself. She opened her hand spread and stretched it toward Dai Huimin. Isnt this for me?

Dai Huimin first noticed Lin Chus soft and fair palm, which was thin and not all rough, very much unlike hers.

Then she heard what Lin Chu said. Dai Huimin actually thought she had heard incorrectly. She lifted her head and looked at Lin Chus soft face as tears almost started streaming down her face.

Yes! Yes, it is! Dai Huimin said hurriedly, afraid that Lin Chu would regret her actions. She quickly handed the bag over to Lin Chu.

Both her hands were now empty, but she felt contented.

She wiped her palms a couple of times on her trousers and felt bewildered, as though she had no clue where to place them.

You You keep it. Wait Wait and Ill get you a prettier one. Dai Huimin said as she simultaneously laughed and cried.

This is enough. Lin Chu said as she squinted. Actually, why dont you just save up money and next time you want to buy something, just donate it to the orphanage, or

Right! Yes! Dai Huimin nodded hurriedly, she felt that whatever Lin Chu said would be in the right. Youre right, Im very thankful toward the old principal. Ill go back and tell Jiaojiaos father that once weve earned enough, well donate more to the orphanage!

As she walked out of the restaurant, Lin Chu thought of something and asked, Are you going home or going back to the restaurant? Ill ask someone to send you over.

No need, no need. Dai Huimin waved her hands as she paused before continuing, I wanted to go to Lin Mao and have a look.

Lin Chu immediately understood that Dai Huimin wanted to go and verify things for herself.

Thus, she nodded and said nothing else as she let Yan Beicheng send her back to the company.

Dai Huimin was not familiar with Lin Maos whereabouts, so resolutely called a cab and told the driver that she wanted to go to Lin Mao.

The driver was unfamiliar as well, so he took out his phone and searched for it to find out where it was.

When they arrived at Lin Maos main entrance, Dai Huimin took some change out of her pocket and gave it to the driver.

Once she got off the car, she waited by Lin Maos entrance. After giving it some thought, she felt that she was a bit eye-catching. She looked around and entered a snack shop nearby before peering through the glass door.

After a while, she saw Xu Jiaojiao and a handsome young man walking over. They were about to enter Lin Maos main entrance.

Dai Huimin hurriedly opened the shops door with the intention to go look for Xu Jiaojiao, but at that exact moment, two young ladies passed by her.

Dai Huimin heard them chat as they walked. Xu Jiaojiao came back with President Cheng again, both of them are not even trying to avoid arousing suspicion now.

Dai Huimins heart skipped a beat when she heard the word President Cheng. She was afraid that this was the Cheng Ziming that Lin Chu had mentioned earlier.

Theyre not afraid now, the Chairmans out on a business trip and Lin Yuwens in the United States getting treatment. Theres no one else here watching over Cheng Ziming. The person wearing a blue blouse said as she sneered, However, these two are quite ridiculous with their fooling around. Theres no one in the whole company who is unaware of their games. Imagine! Going out at noon every day but still pretending to talk about business

Dont even mention that, a lot of people in the company were fooled by them in the beginning. I almost believed it as well. The other person that was wearing a dress said, If I hadnt gone to a friends house the other day and stumbled upon them by pure coincidence, I would have been none the wiser. I didnt expect Cheng Ziming to rent a house in my friends small neighborhood just for his love affairs. That was when I saw him and Xu Jiaojiao embracing each other. It was quite intimate.

Tell me, are they unafraid that the gossip spreading throughout the company will never reach the ears of the Chairman and Lin Yuwen? The lady wearing the blue blouse asked, Even if theyre careful in the company, it will no doubt be seen by others, right? Didnt you run into them before? Cheng Ziming was relying on the Lin Family to raise his status, its as if he got married and are living with the brides family 1. If Lin Yuwen were to get angry and divorce him, hell have nothing.

The lady in dress was a little older, so she poked the girl that was wearing the blue blouses head and continued, Either youre young or thinking too shallow. What is Lin Yuwens situation now? Shes infertile, and if she divorces Cheng Ziming, it wont be easy for her to find another suitor. What man will be willing to marry someone that cant extend his bloodline? Those that would be willing to do so would be no different from Cheng Ziming they wont have good intentions and will only be after the Lin Familys money. Since theyve already been unfortunate enough to have Cheng Ziming, theyd never accept another man thats similar to Cheng Ziming, right? Moreover, our President Cheng, if nothing else, his face is pleasing to the eye.

Additionally, if someone were to disclose this matter to Lin Yuwen, do you think that the informant would meet a great ending? Didnt you notice? Now the companys slowly fallen under Cheng Zimings control. Lin Yuwen is not around, and the Chairmans getting old and often doesnt know what to do. We dont know what will happen in the future, so who knows if Lin Mao will actually become Cheng Zimings in the future. These are their familys affairs, so who in their right mind would be willing to go and put themselves in danger for matters unrelated to them? Disclosing it would not be beneficial to them anyway, and theyre not going to gain anything. So, everyones just watching the drama unfold, but no one will actually go and disclose the matter.

Dai Huimin listened from the side and felt chills in her heart. She was stunned and had no clue what to do.

Listening to Lin Chu explain the matter was one thing, but in reality, she had hoped that it might have been a fluke, and that she might have been wrong about things.

Now that she had personally seen it and clarified the matter, she knew that it was the truth. Her daughter was actually fooling around with someones husband, and it was also well-known by everyone. Dai Huimin made a mistake when she was younger, and she did not want Xu Jiaojiao to suffer the same fate.

She felt that the mistake she had committed when she was young was because she was naive and ignorant. Moreover, she was not educated and had never seen the real world, so she was easily deceived.

Xu Jiaojiao was different, even when the family was in difficulty, they had worked hard to make sure she attended school, gained knowledge and gotten educated. She had graduated and was a university student, so she should know better. How could she have done such a thing?

This was an immoral thing!

Dai Huimin almost called Xu Jiaojiao and asked her to come down right at that moment.

However, she held it in. She did not care about saving money anymore and even stopped a cab before going back to the small restaurant.

It was not lunch or dinner time, so the restaurant was not busy. Her current husband, Xu Dongguo was a diligent person. After serving the customers at noon, he would clean up the entire restaurant by himself.

When Dai Huimin came back, she started to hum and haw to him about Xu Jiaojiaos dilemma.

I panicked and didnt know how to handle it, so I just quickly come back to discuss with you. Dai Huimin dragged a stool and sat down as her face had turned pale.

Xu Dongguo did not hesitate. He immediately closed the restaurant and stopped the business for the evening. The freshly picked vegetables were put in the refrigerator as he brought Dai Huimin home.

In the evening, when Xu Jiaojiao was about to get off work, he instructed Dai Huimin to call Xu Jiaojiao and ask what time she would be returning home.

Xu Jiaojiao replied, Mom, I have to work overtime tonight, theres no need for you guys to care about me.

Xu Dongguo immediately grabbed the phone over and yelled, What overtime!? I guess youre busy fooling around with someones husband, right? Dont assume that we dont know, you have to come back immediately!

Lin Chu did not ask how Dai Huimin decided to handle Xu Jiaojiaos matter. She had her hands full dealing with her own wedding.

The wedding was scheduled for March next year, and Old Master Yan had flipped over the Yellow Calendar 1 for several days and finally decided on a day suitable for the two to get married, change residency, break ground, and receive the feudal estate.

Yan Beicheng ensured that Sheng Yue was left empty early that day. Not just the hall, but the entirety of Sheng Yue would not be open for business. The wedding would be held at noon in Sheng Yue, and then they would express their appreciation on the Red Roof in the evening.

On Saturday, an appointment was made to view a house.

Thus, Lin Chu and Yan Beicheng woke up early. Since they would already be visiting the area, Yan Huaian called Chu Zhaoyang and the rest over for a house-warming together.

They did not plan to keep the matter of moving houses a secret from Aunt Zhuang, but Lin Chu still instructed Aunt Zhuang not to bring up the topic when she was chit-chatting with others or risk letting Lu Zhenghang find out about it.

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