The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 774 - 743: Return to the Capital, Stop _1

Chapter 774: Chapter 743: Return to the Capital, Stop _1

After going back and forth for no more than ten days, He Tiantian didn’t want Grandma Wang to have to make the trip again, especially since she was getting on in years.

"Okay, then this afternoon Brother Yingjie can take you over," He Tiantian said, starting to pack up.

In the afternoon, Huo Yingjie took Grandma Wang to the lakeside house where she could chat with Third Grandma Qi, do some embroidery, a much more comfortable company than these youngsters.

He Tiantian told Huo Yingjie to buy some more fresh meat when he came back; she wanted to make more meat dishes for her father-in-law and mother-in-law to store in the refrigerator, so they wouldn’t have to eat something random after coming back from a busy day at work.

After packing, she made a big bowl of braised pork, braised ribs, white-cut chicken, and so on.

They only needed to be heated a little before eating.

Seeing how thoughtfully their daughter-in-law had arranged everything, the couple were very touched.

Even their own daughters might not be as filial as He Tiantian.

The next morning, He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie, along with the children and two security personnel, boarded the train together.

Secretary Guo was the one who gave them a lift.

Even though the jeep was old and worn, it was still a vehicle!

With Zhang Aijun and Yun Feng helping along the way, the journey went smoothly.

They went straight to the Huo Family Old Mansion upon arriving in Yanjing.

The Old Madam Huo had received their telegram and had been waiting at home for them.

Although curious about their visit, she didn’t ask.

It was up to the younger generation to share if they wanted to; if not, so be it.

She was old and couldn’t manage so many things anymore.

After settling the kids in and asking Old Madam Huo to help watch them, He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie went to find Lao Lian in the afternoon.

"Master Yingjie, you’ve come so quickly!" Lao Lian greeted them warmly, considering it an honor to be able to assist him.

Huo Yingjie smiled and replied, "Uncle Lian, there’s no need for any trouble! After you finish work, could you take us to see some houses?"

Lian Cheng chuckled and said, "I’m afraid that won’t be possible today. Those people don’t live in those houses, and I need to make an appointment with each one. Will tomorrow work?"

"Yeah, sure," Huo Yingjie said, "then we’ll trouble you, Uncle Lian."

"It’s no trouble at all, just a small matter," Lian Cheng replied. "Let’s meet tomorrow morning at eight o’clock in Maoer Alley and head straight there to have a look."

"Alright!" Huo Yingjie nodded, "Then we won’t disturb Uncle Lian at work anymore."

As it was working hours, Huo Yingjie and He Tiantian didn’t stay in Lao Lian’s office for too long.

"Then Master Yingjie, Madam, please take care," Lian Cheng said warmly as he saw them off.

The staff members below were quite curious to see Director Lian’s cordial attitude.

But it was the leader’s business, and they dared not pry.

He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie, finding it was still early, headed straight for the Overseas Chinese Store to select more goods to send back to Nan City.

In the evening, when she returned home, it was just in time for the family dinner.

Song Chunli was very amiable towards He Tiantian. Seeing people around her getting rich, she was envious but lacked a suitable project to pursue.

"Tiantian, Yingjie, come in and have dinner. We were just talking about you," Song Chunli said with a smile, pulling He Tiantian into the dining room.

Although He Tiantian was somewhat uncomfortable with Song Chunli’s enthusiasm, Song Chunli was an elder, so she had no choice but to endure it.

"Mom, Dad, time to eat," Huo Ruimin said with a mouth full of food, eating with a spoon all by herself.

Ever since the two children could hold a spoon steadily and wanted to eat by themselves, He Tiantian allowed them to do so. Although some food would still fall onto the table, the children learned to eat on their own without needing an adult to feed them.

But, the prerequisite was to chop the food into very small pieces.

"Alright," He Tiantian said with a smile, "I’m sorry for the delay on the road, making everyone wait for so long."

"You arrived just in time, we were about to start eating too!" Zhao Huanhuan said with a laugh, seeing how affectionate the grandmother was towards He Tiantian, she guessed the grandmother’s intentions.

However, Zhao Huanhuan didn’t find it bothersome since the grandmother was doing it for their branch of the family’s sake.

"Let’s all sit down," Old Madam Huo said, "Today, let’s not adhere to the rule of ’no talking at the dinner table and no speaking in bed.’ It’s rare for us to be so happy!"

Such treatment was only available during the New Year’s dinner!

Hearing what the grandmother said, everyone relaxed and began to eat while whispering to each other, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

After dinner, Song Chunli wanted to chat with He Tiantian, but she was stopped by Old Madam Huo.

"Okay, you young couple go upstairs with the kids. Taking the train is tiring, we can talk about other things later," Old Madam Huo said kindly, not wanting her daughter-in-law to be too eager and scare He Tiantian away.

"Then thank you, great-grandma," He Tiantian said as she held her child and thanked everyone.

Huo Yingjie carried Huo Ruihua, and the couple went upstairs together.

It was only after Huo Yingjie and He Tiantian left that Old Madam Huo spoke in a low voice, "Take it easy, that matter can’t be settled in a day or two. What’s the rush?"

Seeing what the grandmother said, Song Chunli laughed sheepishly, explaining, "Mom, I’m just anxious! Look at the Wu family, the Zheng family, and the Zhang family, which one doesn’t have someone doing business outside? Our family only has a fixed salary, and we’re being outdone by them."

"Don’t worry, everything will be solved in time," Old Madam Huo was aware of the situation, "The reason Tiantian hasn’t opened a store in Yanjing right away must be due to some concerns. When she’s ready, she will definitely tell us."

"We’re all family, what concerns could there be!" Song Chunli was displeased. She remembered a wife from the Wu family who flaunted in front of her last month a pair of shoes that cost more than two thousand yuan, the latest model bought from abroad, and she felt stifled at heart.

Those who used to be inferior to her were now looking more glamorous than her.

A pair of shoes, two thousand yuan—that was ten months of her salary!

To have that kind of money, relying on a fixed salary meant she could only be envious of others.

Originally, she wanted to start her own business, but her father-in-law and mother-in-law wouldn’t allow it, so she had to place her hopes on He Tiantian.

"Even blood brothers settle accounts, even if we open a shop, we need to clarify things. We cannot let money cause a rift later," Old Madam Huo said, "Even though we are family, we can’t take advantage of others."

"I’m not taking advantage, I will invest money, and I will also contribute effort!" Song Chunli said, somewhat dissatisfied with what the grandmother was implying.

"It’s good that you think this way," Old Madam Huo said, "Don’t go asking about it, I will inquire privately for you. We don’t want you to be too eager and cause misunderstandings with Tiantian. Furthermore, He Tiantian’s grandmother will be coming to visit in a few days, and she will likely come to our house, so everyone should be mindful."

"I’ll keep that in mind, Mom," Song Chunli said, grateful for her mother-in-law taking initiative, which would be more effective than her own words as an aunt.

Song Chunli listened to Old Madam Huo because she knew that the old master and the old madam valued the main branch of the family and would covertly support them, which is why she was reassured.