Overnight Hit: Vicious Stepmother and Genius Son
Chapter 589 - 585: Are You Missing Me?

Chapter 589: Chapter 585: Are You Missing Me?

That afternoon, after Xiao Chen got home from school, he took his grandfather’s phone and called Ye Zhenzhen.

"Mom, New Year’s Day is almost here. What gift do you want for the New Year? I’ll give it to you when you get home."

Speaking of New Year’s gifts, Ye Zhenzhen remembered that she had promised to buy a gift for the little guy, but she never found the time to go.

"I don’t seem to lack anything. I just want Xiao Chen to be healthy and happy. Can that be done?"

Song Yuchen burst into laughter on the other end of the line, "Of course, that can be done. Your wish is too simple; I will definitely make it come true."

"Then I’ll thank you in advance."

Suddenly, Song Yuchen asked very seriously, "Um... Mom, are Uncle Xiao Yi and Sister Shanshan really in love?"

At the moment, he was sitting on the couch with his grandfather and Grandfather Xiao from next door.

As Xiao Chen asked this question, Father Xiao stared straight at the phone in the little guy’s hand, waiting nervously and expectantly for the reply on the other end.

"It’s true. It seems you really care about Uncle Xiao Yi. If you have anything you want to say to him, I can pass the message for you."

Father Xiao took a deep breath and then exhaled quickly. He exchanged a glance with Song Wenbai, holding back from speaking, and decided simply to wait until Song Yuchen finished the call.

Song Yuchen chuckled, "Nothing much, just that it’s getting colder recently. You, Uncle Xiao Yi, and Sister Shanshan need to keep warm and wear more clothes, okay!"

"Alright, Xiao Chen should do the same. Be good at home, and once I’m done with the drama crew here, I’ll come home and bring the New Year’s gift I promised you."

After exchanging a few more words, the mother and son ended the call.

Song Wenbai took his phone back from Xiao Chen and sent him to the study to play with grandma.

Once the little guy toddled off, Father Xiao finally said, "I think this matter is almost certain."

"The children are grown up now; we can’t control them anymore. You didn’t let him go acting before, and now you have to confirm his relationship like this; what is this for?

But, this has something to do with me too. I should apologize to you and Xiao Yi. When Xiao Yi comes back, I will apologize to him too."

Father Xiao already knew clearly the situation between Xiao Yi and Bai Lingshan, including the whole story, which he had related to Father Xiao.

Father Xiao glared at him without much enthusiasm, "Enough from you. Just don’t bother with the old man from the Lu Family anymore. Wasn’t it just that he helped you abroad once? And you already repaid that favor.

Look at the mess now..."

Without saying much more, Father Xiao knew very well that, although Song Wenbai was not great at doing business, he was very upright when it came to personal relationships.

Song Wenbai raised his tone, "If I bother with that old thing again, Xinlan probably won’t let me set foot in the Song family home ever again."

Unable to help it, Father Xiao laughed out, "It’s a good thing you married a good wife."

Song Wenbai nodded, "Yes, having a good wife is indeed very important."

Changing the subject, he continued to ask, "Professor Xiao is also due to return soon, aren’t you planning to let your son drift outside forever?"

Father Xiao huffed, "When I kicked him out, I didn’t say he couldn’t ever come back. If he wants to return, he can return. If not, so be it..."

Song Wenbai, seeing through his pretense, advised, "Still, contact Professor Xiao. The New Year is approaching; at the very least, let the boy bring his girlfriend home once. It’s been so many years; if things remain this tense, I’m afraid you’ll never hold your grandchild..."

These words hit Father Xiao right in the heart; he paused for a moment, "I... will see what can be done."

His son’s temper tantrum was one thing; however, if he really had a grandson, he would very much like to hold him...

Therefore, Xiao Yi received a call from Professor Xiao that very night.

When he saw the caller ID, Xiao Yi was somewhat incredulous. Once he confirmed that it indeed was his mother, Xiao Tianai, he answered the call;

"Son..."

Listening to the familiar voice, Xiao Yi couldn’t hide his excitement.

However, he had guessed the reason. Getting a call from home at this time must be about the romance he had made public today; otherwise, given the way he had stormed out years ago, they would certainly not have reached out to him first.

"Mom, what’s up?"

However, the next second, the response Xiao Yi got was, "Son, I heard that Zhenzhen is in the same film crew with you recently. I will be going to Ancheng in a couple of days. Can you help me set up a meeting with her then? I don’t have her number..."

Xiao Yi: ...

After several years without contact, when they finally did, it was to ask him to get in touch with... Ye Zhenzhen.

"Okay, is there anything else?" he asked again.

"No, that’s all."

After hanging up the phone, Father Xiao looked eagerly at his wife, "I asked you to call him to inquire about his love life, why did you ask about Zhenzhen?"

Xiao Tianai glanced at him, "You’re so capable, why didn’t you call?"

Father Xiao: ...

"I know my own son. Even if I ask him now, he won’t say anything, so why bother asking? Wait until we meet in a couple of days. Whatever you want to know, I will let you know."

Father Xiao: "Are you really going to Ancheng?"

"You’re not going? Xinlan and the old man from the Song family are definitely going. I heard that there’s a resort in the East Suburb that’s perfect for fishing..."

"I’m going!"

*

On Friday evening, Ye Zhenzhen wrapped up work early, planning to go to the mall to pick out a New Year’s gift for Xiao Chen.

Monday next week was New Year’s Day, and the film crew would have a day off. She planned to return to Jiangcheng to spend the holiday with her child.

She had just finished work when the little guy called her, saying he wanted to come to Ancheng to see her, but because it was going to rain in Ancheng for the next two days, she didn’t let the child come over.

The main reason was because she was too busy with filming and with the weather as it was, even if the little guy came, he wouldn’t have much fun. It might as well wait until she would back in Jiangcheng.

Buying gifts that the little guy liked was not hard—his favorite toys and limited-edition LEGO puzzles. Moreover, Ye Zhenzhen went to the children’s clothing store and bought two stylish outfits for the little guy.

Just as she walked out of the children’s clothing store, Ye Zhenzhen received a call from Song Jinze.

"Finished work?"

Ye Zhenzhen replied with a smile, "Yes, I’ve finished. I just picked out some New Year’s gifts for Xiao Chen."

"Some?"

The man’s voice was low and exuded a hint of pleasure as he continued to ask, "Among these ’some,’ is there one for me?"

Ye Zhenzhen turned her head to glance at Xiao Li, who was following behind her holding shopping bags, and then responded, "Not yet."

Then she heard the man on the other end of the phone let out a light sigh, "Even though I’m a bit hurt, I could still hear a glimmer of hope in Mrs. Song’s words."

Ye Zhenzhen’s eyes curved up teasingly, "Then, let me take the opportunity to interview Mr. Song on behalf of Mrs. Song. May I ask what kind of New Year’s gift Mr. Song would like to receive?"

"Whatever Mrs. Song gives, it would be fine."

The image of the purple tie she bought last time popped into Ye Zhenzhen’s mind, and she suddenly burst into laughter.

On the phone, Song Jinze was also infected by her laughter, "Are you missing me?"

"..."

The smile in Ye Zhenzhen’s eyes paused for a moment. Recalling the man’s words from a few days ago about awards, the smile on her face bloomed again, "Congratulations, President Song, your answer is correct, unfortunately, there’s no reward."

"Why is there no reward?"

"Because my reward is also a kiss, but unfortunately, President Song is not here, you’ve missed the moment~"

"Oh, is that so?"

Ye Zhenzhen nodded with conviction, "It is."

"Well, then when you turn around..."