The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 436 - 407: Not Bad, Promising Young Man!_1

Chapter 436: Chapter 407: Not Bad, Promising Young Man!_1

Huo Zhekun was extremely proud that his son could participate in a special project, which was evident in his enthusiastic expression.

But as a mother, Jiang Lifang was even more worried about her son’s lifelong happiness.

"Son, you mentioned that this project is very significant, will it require a long time?" Jiang Lifang asked, since Tiantian was abroad and they had no idea when she would return.

One in Tiannan, and the other in Haibei — when would they be able to be together?

Huo Yingjie nodded and said, "Yes, if everything goes as planned, it could take three or four years. Ah... that’s a long time."

"Exactly, we were thinking of betrothing you two over the New Year and setting a wedding date after that," Jiang Lifang said, "Who knew such a thing would happen!"

"Hair grows long but experience falls short. Yingjie’s ability to participate in such a project is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; it’s political capital for the future. A true man should not think about love all day; making a name for oneself and achieving greatness is what’s most important," Huo Zhekun’s considerations were more traditionally masculine.

"Making a name for oneself is good, but one must also continue the family line," Jiang Lifang disagreed, "You didn’t have such grand ambitions when you were young. How come you set such high expectations for your son now!"

In front of his son, Huo Zhekun felt a bit embarrassed, and said, "Let’s leave it. The orders are already here; it’s too late for anything else. As long as you’re going, do it well. Succeeding there and then getting married wouldn’t that be even better?"

Jiang Lifang knew her nagging was useless, so in the end she still encouraged her son to work hard but also told him to eat more and take care of his health.

"Your parents won’t be by your side, so you have to take good care of yourself," Jiang Lifang said. "If it’s possible, write to us."

"Of course, mom!" said Huo Yingjie. This time the confidentiality was very high, and he wouldn’t be able to return before the project was successful. As for writing letters, he estimated that would also be impossible.

While Huo Yingjie had some time in the next couple of days, he wrote dozens of letters to his parents, asking them to send them separately to He Tiantian. After saying goodbye to them and packing his suitcase, he left for Yanjing under the escort of Li Yunzhong and Zhang Aijun.

He Tiantian in Country M had also started preparing to return home.

To avoid unnecessary trouble, He Tiantian had refrained from writing home, so He Jingyu and Wang Shuping didn’t know that their daughter was coming back, let alone that she was bringing someone important with her.

Bai Qiongyu had already arranged her schedule and went to Paris in advance.

Her considerations were more comprehensive; Country F established diplomatic relations with Country H sixty years ago and compared to China-United States relations, the two countries had a more harmonious relationship, so she planned to gradually shift her focus to France to facilitate future work and life.

Initially, Bai Qiongyu wanted to leave Xianglan behind, but Xianglan insisted on going to meet the young master and young mistress.

Third Grandma Qi was also very busy, as she was returning to her hometown for an ancestral ritual. Qi Shuliang’s family of four was preparing to follow Third Grandma Qi for the visit.

Qi Shuliang had handed over the management of his work to trustworthy people and had engaged a third-party supervision. Additionally, he’d established policies so that even if he was away for several months, the company would still operate smoothly.

The journey this time was smooth; flying directly to Paris, then after a two-day stopover, taking Bai Qiongyu, Xianglan, and two mysterious members of the Bai Family together on a flight to Yanjing.

Because it was an official reception, there were many people who came to greet them upon landing.

While Qi Shuliang and Bai Qiongyu were being received, He Tiantian surprisingly ran into Huo Yingjie in Yanjing.

Upon returning home, Huo Yingjun saw his cousin Huo Yingjie and asked, "Yingjie, what brings you here?"

"I received a directive from the Science and Technology Commission; I’m here in Yanjing for an assembly," Huo Yingjie replied. "Weren’t you in Country M? Why did you come back at this time? And where is Tiantian?"

Huo Yingjie asked a flurry of excited questions.

"So many questions, let me answer them one by one, no need to rush," Huo Yingjun said with a smile, finding his little brother’s impatience rather amusing, like a young man should be.

"Quickly, tell me," Huo Yingjie urged impatiently.

He didn’t know when he would be back this time!

Seeing Tiantian would be an unexpected joy, and he could arrange some things.

"This time, Tiantian, Grandma Qi came back with her family," Huo Yingjun said, "I have good news for you, He Tiantian found her grandmother abroad, the head of the Bai Family in the United States!"

Huo Yingjie was taken aback. Tiantian went on a trip to Country M and she actually found her grandmother?

That’s right, didn’t Uncle He say that her mother had passed away? How did she end up in Country M?

"Is it really Tiantian’s grandmother?" Huo Yingjie asked, half in doubt, how come he had no recollection at all?

"Yes, once you meet her, you will completely believe what I said. Tiantian and her grandmother look very alike," Huo Yingjun said, "They are at the state guesthouse now, if you want to see her, I can take you there."

"Brother, you are my real brother," Huo Yingjie said with a smile, deciding to see Tiantian first.

As for the grandmother, well, it would be best if they could reunite.

Now that he was out in the open, he likely wouldn’t cause any trouble for Tiantian, Uncle He, or Aunt Wang.

Huo Yingjie arrived at the state guesthouse, went through a strict search, and finally reached He Tiantian’s room.

He Tiantian was jet-lagged and fast asleep.

After coming in, what he saw were Bai Qiongyu and Xianglan.

"Yingjun, this is..." Bai Qiongyu had gotten familiar with Huo Yingjun on the way and called him by his name.

Huo Yingjun smiled and introduced, "This is my cousin, Huo Yingjie."

"Huo Yingjie?" Bai Qiongyu was surprised, thinking of the childhood friend her granddaughter had told her about.

Since he was the prospective grandson-in-law, Bai Qiongyu looked at him with more scrutiny.

Bai Qiongyu turned on her imposing aura and looked at Huo Yingjie.

Huo Yingjie, who had seen many important figures, didn’t mind at all. He accepted Bai Qiongyu’s scrutiny with calm dignity yet with due respect.

After all, she was He Tiantian’s elder, and he needed to show her enough respect.

The living room was quiet, and both Xianglan and Huo Yingjun felt the pressure.

However, Xianglan also knew that her mistress was testing Huo Yingjie, so she couldn’t speak up to mediate.

Huo Yingjun next to her felt even more nervous, understanding that this old lady was indeed extraordinary!

After a while, Bai Qiongyu finally smiled slightly and said, "Not bad, a promising young man!"

Huo Yingjie bowed and said, "Thank you for the compliment, grandmother!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Qiongyu frowned; this boy was too good at climbing up the ladder.

Whether he could become her grandson-in-law was still to be seen, so Bai Qiongyu didn’t respond to his thanks, instead saying, "Xianglan, check if Tiantian is up yet?"

"I’ll go check right away, miss," Xianglan finally let out a sigh of relief. The fact that her mistress praised Huo Yingjie proved he was a decent young man.

He Tiantian was sleeping soundly, unaware that her grandmother and Huo Yingjie had already had their encounter.

"Tiantian, Tiantian, wake up, Huo Yingjie has come to see you," Xianglan said, sitting beside He Tiantian, patting her shoulder, and whispering.

He Tiantian, with her eyes closed, mumbled, "I must be dreaming!"

Xianglan couldn’t help but laugh, finally seeing the childish side of the young miss, and gently tapped again, "Miss Xiao Xiao, wake up, Huo Yingjie is really here. If you don’t get up now, you won’t see him once we leave Yanjing."

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