The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 429 - 400 Awaiting Investigation!_1

Chapter 429: Chapter 400 Awaiting Investigation!_1

Such a good stepmother, and you don’t know how to honor and flatter her, but instead you find ways to make her life difficult?

What can one tolerate and what cannot be tolerated!

It’s just that He Tiantian’s appearance hastened the event by a little.

"So that’s how it is." He Tiantian nodded, finally understanding, "Could my grandma be in danger?"

Qi Shuliang nodded, approving of He Tiantian. The first thing she thought of was not her grandmother’s company or wealth, but her grandmother’s safety. Being blood related really does make a difference.

"Don’t underestimate your grandma; she’s the heir of the Bai Family, quite formidable. Those people can’t hurt her." Qi Shuliang said, "These days, you might notice some people around you for protection. Don’t be alarmed, they are sent by your grandmother. She probably worries that if those people can’t deal with her, they might come after you."

Upon hearing this, He Tiantian couldn’t help but give a wry smile, "Ah, what is destined to come will eventually come."

"Exactly," said Qi Shuliang, "no matter what, you must face difficulties head-on. Only after enduring the storm can you see the rainbow. If you have time, you might want to visit your grandmother."

He Tiantian nodded and said, "I understand now, Uncle Qi, thank you for clearing up my confusion."

Qi Shuliang smiled and shrugged it off, and suddenly remembered something that had been troubling him these past few days. "Tiantian, I have a favor to ask of you."

He Tiantian, who was about to take her leave, sat down again and immediately asked, "Uncle Qi, just tell me what it is. If I can help, I definitely won’t refuse."

"Thank you in advance," Qi Shuliang smiled, "As you know, next month we will start our journey back home, and mother will not come to Country M with me. But as you also know, we’ve only recently reunited. My mother is getting on in years, and I can’t let go of my business just yet, and on top of that, the domestic environment is not suitable for my business, so... so I want to ask you to convince my mother to come back to Country M with me, so I can be more filial to her."

Qi Shuliang had discussed this matter with his mother several times before, but she had not relented and did not want to stay in Country M.

Third Grandma Qi always said she wanted to return to her roots. If her son cared enough, or if the political environment in the country allowed, he could go visit her.

When He Tiantian heard that this was the matter Qi Shuliang was referring to, she couldn’t outright refuse, so she nodded and said, "I’ll do my best."

However, He Tiantian also knew the reason why Third Grandma Qi was unwilling to follow her son to the United States was partly due to the old idea of returning to one’s roots, and on the other hand, now that her son was living well and had his own family, what remained was her greatest debt to Old Man Qi.

She wanted to spend her last few years accompanying Old Man Qi.

But this topic seemed a bit sensitive.

He Tiantian certainly couldn’t tell Qi Shuliang that his mother and his uncle had feelings for each other...

"Regardless of the outcome, I thank you," said Qi Shuliang, "I really appreciate it."

"No need to thank me, Uncle Qi, but I know that once grandma makes up her mind, she won’t change it," He Tiantian said, describing a smart, kind, and stubborn old lady.

Third Grandma Qi’s current thought was to leave this world without regrets, owing nothing to anyone.

"Alas!" Qi Shuliang sighed, "I understand my mother better than anyone. The reason I asked you to try to convince her again was also to comfort myself."

"Hehe," He Tiantian chuckled, as long as Qi Shuliang was aware, that was good enough.

On the weekend, Bai Qiongyu brought Xianglan to visit the Qi Family.

He Tiantian didn’t ask about the evident matter, and Bai Qiongyu didn’t say much either, engaging in some interesting topics just like before, both domestic and international.

Bai Qiongyu was also preparing for her trip back to her home country and asked, "Sister Qi, what do we need to prepare for our trip back to the country?"

Third Grandma Qi chuckled, explaining, "Just bring some clothes and the things you’re used to. As for anything else you should be mindful of, you’d better consult Huo Yingjun, who is an official. He is more cautious."

Bai Qiongyu nodded and said, "Alright, thank you. I’ll arrange to meet Mr. Huo when the time comes."

"Just speak directly to him and don’t be shy," Third Grandma Qi said with a laugh, looking quite confident.

Bai Qiongyu didn’t dare to be careless with officials but was somewhat curious about Third Grandma Qi’s attitude. She asked, "Do the Qi Family and the Huo Family have a good relationship? Are they very reliable?"

Third Grandma Qi chuckled, "It’s not that the Qi Family and the Huo Family have a good relationship, but the He Family and the Huo Family do. Your little granddaughter and the Huo Family’s second young master, Huo Yingjie, have been childhood sweethearts, and they will get engaged by the end of this year."

"Ah?" Bai Qiongyu was taken aback, "Tiantian is so young, and she’s getting engaged? I heard that things have changed back home, and some old customs have changed. Why would Tiantian get engaged so young?"

Bai Qiongyu had done a lot of research to understand her son and granddaughter and had looked at some materials.

Third Grandma Qi chuckled, "In our country, arranged marriages are opposed, and freedom in love is advocated. Tiantian and Huo Yingjie have grown up together and developed affection for each other. The adults in both families are happy to see it happen. When Tiantian was helping with the rural construction in the countryside, she stayed at my place, and that Huo Yingjie would come to visit her. He is a fine young man and pretty devoted."

Concerned about her only granddaughter, Bai Qiongyu had to be cautious about whether Huo Yingjie could become her grandson-in-law, which remained to be seen.

However, Bai Qiongyu was somewhat inclined to trust Third Grandma Qi’s judgment; Huo Yingjie seemed to be a fine young man.

Seeing Bai Qiongyu with a lot on her mind, Third Grandma Qi laughed, "Hehe, he’s a good lad. I like him a lot. You’ll be happy when you meet him. It’s just that his job is rather secretive, so we don’t easily get to see him."

"Why?" Bai Qiongyu asked, "Is Huo Yingjie very busy?"

"Not only busy, but his work is also highly confidential," Third Grandma Qi said, "So don’t be disappointed or upset even if you don’t get to see him."

Bai Qiongyu was startled, then asked, "What kind of job? Is he a spy?"

"No, he works in weapons research and isn’t allowed to come out at will," explained Third Grandma Qi, "Please understand!"

"Oh!" Bai Qiongyu nodded, at least he was a highly intelligent person. As for emotional intelligence? That remained to be verified!

He Tiantian brought in some pastries and flower tea, overhearing the conversation about Huo Yingjie between Third Grandma Qi and her grandmother. A touch of shyness appeared on her face.

Feeling embarrassed, she quickly left after setting down the treats.

"Ha ha ha!" Third Grandma Qi said, "She’s all shy."

This scene reminded Bai Qiongyu of her own youth, the blossoming of first love, and she smiled and said softly, "Yes, to be young is wonderful."

"Indeed, it’s a waste to be young and not a bit frivolous," Third Grandma Qi said, "I know you’re uncertain about Huo Yingjie, but there will always be a chance in the future. Don’t let this trouble you."

"Sister Qi is right," Bai Qiongyu chuckled, was this what concern felt like?

Her heart unwittingly clung to her granddaughter, He Tiantian.

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Completed work by Miao Mi Ai Chi Tang, "The Blissful Life of a Deposed Concubine," the road to power from a deposed concubine to a Commandery Princess, the different path of a cannon fodder female supporting character’s counterattack.