Rebirth 1983: Building My Business Empire
Chapter 419 - Chapter 419 Chapter 408 Lu Hongjun Sends Money

Chapter 419: Chapter 408: Lu Hongjun Sends Money Chapter 419: Chapter 408: Lu Hongjun Sends Money Tang Sufen had only known before that the relatives who took Lu Jiaxin to Hong Kong were rich, but she had no idea that Lu Jiaxin was also a skilled businesswoman. Had she known, she definitely would have established a good relationship with her.

Although she was annoyed, she felt that there was plenty of time ahead, and this thought lifted her spirits again.

Lu Hongjun saw her mood shifting like the weather and could easily guess what she was thinking, “What Ding Jing did back then, she still hates me for it. Even if she comes to see me, it’s because she doesn’t want to be the subject of gossip. Now that her mother’s grave has been moved to Hong Kong, she won’t come back. You shouldn’t think about those impossibilities; it’s not going to happen.”

Tang Sufen couldn’t help but retort, “You’re her father, she can’t ignore anything serious that happens to you in the future.”

Lu Hongjun had already come to terms with his situation as he said, “She said that if I ever get sick in the future, she’ll cover my medical expenses and hire someone to take care of me.”

If there are no relatives to keep an eye out, the hired caregivers won’t necessarily provide attentive care. He had been worried about this before, but now that Shanzi had been legally adopted by him, if Tang Sufen doesn’t take good care of him in the future, he will just move in with Shanzi. After all, Jiaxin will take care of all expenses, so it won’t be a burden to Shanzi, and living together Shanzi and Da Mai wouldn’t mind having him around.

Tang Sufen realized why Lu Hongjun wasn’t afraid of getting divorced. Lu Jiaxin had promised to take care of him in his old age, and with her wealth, she wouldn’t go back on her word; and having Lu Shan around would allow him the pleasure of doting on his grandchild. If they really got divorced, Lu Hongjun would definitely have Lu Shan’s family move in.

She had been certain that Lu Hongjun couldn’t live without her, but reality told her that the one who was afraid of divorce was her, not Lu Hongjun. Upon this realization, she felt short of breath. In her mind, she started to plan to be more frugal and to save more money instead of spending as before.

Seeing her silent, Lu Hongjun felt satisfied.

The next day, Lu Hongjun went to the family compound to find Shanzi, and as soon as they met, he handed him a stack of money.

Seeing Lu Shan declining, Lu Hongjun said, “This is my savings; Grandma Tang doesn’t know about it. Your noodle shop needs renovating and you have to purchase equipment, which will certainly require a good amount of money. There’s a total of three thousand eight hundred yuan here, and if it’s not enough, I’ll figure out a way.”

Lu Shan still pushed the money back to Lu Hongjun, saying, “Grandpa, my parents have already agreed to lend me money, and I’ll pay them back once the noodle shop makes a profit.”

Having heard what Lu Jiaxin had said, Second Sister-in-law Lu felt it was better to keep the accounts clear to avoid disputes over money. Of course, she maintained an appearance of fairness, but if her son faced difficulties, she had to support him.

Lu Hongjun was pleased with his grandson’s gesture, but once the money was taken out, there was no way he could take it back, “Shanzi, you’re my grandson. If I have money on hand, I can’t let you borrow from others. Just take it, or I’ll be upset.”

Worried that Shanzi might refuse again, Da Mai quickly chimed in, “Grandpa, thank you, we’ll pay you back once our noodle shop makes money.”

Lu Hongjun waved his hand and said, “Why pay back? I have my pension. Just save the money you earn, as long as your life is prosperous, that’s what will make me happy.”

Everything he had left would eventually go to Gou Sheng and Gou Dan, as these two children were to carry on his legacy. He used to regret giving most of his things to Jiaxin, but after Big Uncle Lu’s talk, he stopped regretting it. After all, without Jiaxin, Shanzi wouldn’t have become his grandson.

Lu Hongjun came this time not only to give money but also to assign a task, “I’ve already found someone, and since the noodle shop is getting renovated, take this opportunity to transfer your household registration over here.”

He was a resident of the Forty-nine City, and now that Shanzi was his grandson, it was only right for his household registration to follow. Of course, it would still require some smoothing over, as it wouldn’t be easy otherwise.

The couple was overjoyed. Da Mai said, “It’s perfect, Grandpa and Great Grandpa are returning the day after tomorrow, and we can let Sanzi go back with Great Grandpa.”

Lu Hongjun didn’t mind this arrangement and said smiling, “You don’t need to change how you address me, call me as you always have.”

Lu Shan didn’t agree, saying, “I need to arrange things at the noodle shop before going back.”

Lu Hongjun felt this was not a real issue at all, and said, “Leave the noodle shop’s renovation to your dad. He knows a bit about carpentry; he was the one who took care of the old shop’s renovation.”

Lu Shan hesitated somewhat.

Lu Hongjun laughed and swore, “What’s there to hesitate about? Just because you were adopted, does it mean you’re not their son anymore? When they get old, you’ll still have to be dutiful.”

Hearing this, Lu Shan agreed to go and ask later.

After having lunch at Shanzi’s place, Lu Hongjun left to return home. Once he had gone, Da Mai, puzzled, said, “Shanzi, Grandpa thinks of us in everything, why then is he so harsh with Auntie?”

Lu Shan also realized he was very considerate but still hesitated before saying, “It must be because that woman is too cunning, and Third Grandpa got taken in by her. Now he has come to his senses, a pity Auntie is unwilling to forgive him.”

Da Mai snorted coldly, “Auntie was almost killed by that mother and daughter, and he still protected them. If it were me, I wouldn’t forgive him either.”

Lu Shan sighed, “Maizi, as for the matter between Grandpa and Auntie, we as the younger generation shouldn’t say much, let alone meddle.”

“I understand.”

Lu Shan went to Xiushui Street to find Lu Jiazong and Second Sister-in-law Lu, to tell them he was going back to transfer his household registration, “Dad, Mom, Grandpa gave me three thousand eight hundred yuan, I have enough for the renovation and opening of the shop now. But since I need to go back, the renovation work will be delayed.”

Second Sister-in-law Lu was very pleased, Lu Hongjun giving such a big sum of money to his son meant that the things he had stashed away would also go to his son and grandson in the future. With Lu Jiaxin’s previous admonishments in mind, she didn’t let any word slip in front of Shanzi, “Leave the shop renovation to your dad; he has experience with this.”

Lu Jiazong also took the task upon himself. Money was something he couldn’t give any more of, but helping his eldest son with labor was still no problem. If Lu Yun, that little bastard, was to begrudge even this, he would be directly sent away to fend for themselves.

Lu Ping had already been admitted to graduate school, and come September, he would be starting his studies, so this time Big Uncle Lu was going back to his hometown to see him off as he’d taken leave from work.

Lu Jiaguang bought sit-down tickets for all four of them, and they were seated together. After they sat down, Big Uncle Lu said, “Shanzi, I heard from your dad that Third Grandpa has given you money to set up a shop?”

“Yes, I didn’t want it, but Third Grandpa insisted on giving it to me.”

This time, Big Uncle Lu’s attitude was different, “Whatever Third Grandpa gives you, you take. If you don’t, it’ll just benefit the Huang family. That woman married your Third Grandpa for his money and his house.”

“Alright.”

Big Uncle Lu continued, “In the future, when you see your aunt, speak some good words about Third Grandpa in front of her. They are blood father and daughter; it shouldn’t have become like this–it makes us a joke to others.”

Shanzi refused, “Grandpa, as a younger family member, it’s not right for me to get involved in Auntie and Third Grandpa’s business. But don’t worry, Da Mai and I will take good care of Third Grandpa in his old age.”

Lu Ping stood by Shanzi’s side, “Grandpa, if big brother really goes to make peace, that would only upset Auntie. If it happens too often, Auntie would get reluctant to even see him.”

Hearing this, Big Uncle Lu said no more.

Lu Shan gave Lu Ping a grateful look. It was still Ping who was smart–his remark had dispelled Grandpa’s idea.