Chapter 300: Chapter 300

Tomorrow? Going back to Wutong? Wan Chuchu was taken aback.

She had also planned to visit Wutong during this winter vacation. She hadn’t been able to return for Bai Zhixi’s anniversary in the summer because she was teaching in a rural area, but she had definitely intended to go back this winter break. She just hadn’t expected Old Sir Zhong to go as well.

Good, Grandpa should indeed go and visit Grandma and Mom.

Wan Chuchu said, "Okay, I’ll go back with you. Is there still time to buy tickets tomorrow?"

It was the peak of the Spring Festival travel rush.

Old Sir Zhong said, "I’ve already bought the plane tickets. I just came to let you know."

Wan Chuchu: "...So you’re just here to notify me? What if I wasn’t planning on going back?"

Old Sir Zhong gave her a look as if she were a fool and couldn’t be bothered to reply.

Wan Chuchu took a deep breath and said, "I’ll give An Gang a call to see if he’s going home. If he is going home for the New Year, we can go together."

An Gang didn’t return home for the New Year last year and stayed in Beijing with her. He should be going back this year, but how was An Lian doing? An Gang certainly wouldn’t have it as easy as they did purchasing tickets.

Crouched in the corner, Li Shan said, "An Gang’s ticket has also been bought. He’ll be leaving with us tomorrow."

Wan Chuchu was almost speechless, "...Whose idea was this?"

The flight was tomorrow morning, so Wan Chuchu packed up her things and returned to the villa area with Old Sir Zhong.

On the way, Wan Chuchu called Jiang Kechu and told him there was no need to visit the old house tonight, to save him the trouble.

Jiang Kechu asked if she wanted to buy some gifts for the family back home. Wan Chuchu thought about it and asked him to come to the villa area afterwards to pick her up. Although there were no relatives left in Wutong County, there were many who had helped her and her mother in the past.

People like An Lian, the neighbors from the Glass Factory Family Quarters, the couple at Wu Family Noodle House, and her cousin Dabai, among others.

It was rare for her to go back, so she should at least visit these people and express her gratitude.

When Jiang Kechu came to pick up Wan Chuchu, Old Sir Zhong spoke to him amicably, telling him to not worry and focus on his work.

Last time he was here, Old Sir Zhong hadn’t met Jiang Kechu. Knowing that Old Sir Zhong was satisfied with his actions, Jiang Kechu wiped away non-existent sweat as he left. Thankfully, he was not like the rest of his family; otherwise, Old Sir Zhong might have had second thoughts about his relationship with Wan Chuchu.

Unaware of what Jiang Kechu was thinking, Wan Chuchu teased him with a smile, "Uncle Jiang, are you feeling hot? It’s the coldest time of the year now."

Jiang Kechu smiled and ruffled her hair, asking, "Is there anything specific you want to buy?"

Wan Chuchu pulled out a list and waved it, "I’m someone who plans ahead."

So, the two of them went to the nearest and largest shopping mall. Neither of them was the type to dawdle, and within an hour, they had quickly purchased everything they needed.

After shopping, Jiang Kechu drove Wan Chuchu back. There was going to be a family reunion dinner at home that evening, and with Xiao Bai and Yan Hui both returning, it wouldn’t be appropriate for Wan Chuchu to eat outside.

"Be careful on your way home. When you see old acquaintances, don’t get too emotional. When you visit your mom, send her my regards on my behalf, and next time I’ll accompany you to offer incense to your mom..." Jiang Kechu meticulously instructed Wan Chuchu.

Chuchu giggled and responded to each comment, also reminding Jiang Kechu to wait for her return.

During dinner, Chuchu learned that Yan Hui would also be going to Wutong with them.

Yan Hui said, "Since I have nothing much to do, it’s a good opportunity to take a look at Wutong."

Chuchu: "... How can you say you’ve got nothing to do when you have such a huge conglomerate, with so many subsidiaries and employees waiting to be fed? You’re taking leadership too easy."

Yan Hui chuckled, "Being a leader is easy if you delegate well and use people wisely. I’ll teach you in the future, so you can make money effortlessly."

Chuchu pointed at Xiao Bai and said, "Xiao Bai will help me become rich."

Engrossed in gaming, Xiao Bai replied casually, "Hmm, as long as you keep coming up with brilliant innovations, I’ll help you make a fortune."

Chuchu immediately lifted her chin proudly toward Yan Hui, who couldn’t help but laugh, thinking: As long as you’re willing, I can make you rich anytime.

The next morning, Mrs. Zhu prepared breakfast early for them and meticulously packed some snacks, reminding them to pay attention to everything during their trip.

Xiao Bai went out to pick up An Gang, and then the group of six set off for the airport grandly.

They timed their journey perfectly. After arriving at the airport, they passed through security via the VIP lane and boarded the plane without delay. Chuchu initially thought they had special privileges, but once onboard, she realized everyone was in first class, which naturally comes with VIP treatment.

Li Shan naturally sat with Old Sir Zhong, and Chuchu had thought she’d definitely sit with Xiao Bai, but Xiao Bai insisted on sitting with An Gang instead.

He whispered to Chuchu, "An Gang is talented. Watch how I talk him into joining our company in two hours." Then he took a seat next to An Gang.

Chuchu had no choice but to sit with Yan Hui.

She wasn’t a fool and had sensed Yan Hui’s special feelings for her. Usually, Chuchu always kept her distance from him.

Now, they would be stuck in cramped airplane quarters for two hours, which gave Chuchu a bit of a headache just thinking about it.

Yan Hui played the perfect gentleman, taking care of Chuchu so comfortably that another woman might have been overjoyed, but Chuchu felt somewhat awkward. To avoid awkwardness, Chuchu took the initiative to start a conversation.

"Mr. Yan, didn’t your company recently suffer from unfair competition by a rival? How’s it going now? Is Zheng Yun still causing trouble?"

Yan Hui smiled, "Zheng Yun is actually enjoying her days, bringing quite a few clients to her new company, but she might feel the pressure next year."

Chuchu asked curiously, "What do you mean? What did you do?" She naturally relished the thought of Zheng Yun’s misfortune.

Yan Hui replied, "Nothing much, just that our product had a small defect. Next March, I will make this defect known to the public."

Chuchu was shocked, "Isn’t that like airing your own dirty laundry, causing harm to yourself as well as the enemy? It’ll hit Zheng Yun hard, won’t your company be impacted?"

Yan Hui confidently and elegantly said, "Smart! Our company won’t be affected because we’re launching a new product next March that will fix that defect."

Chuchu broke into a sweat, thinking how Yan Hui was sneakily flattering her, even though she hadn’t guessed anything at all.

"Mr. Yan, you’re not so young anymore, how come you never took a fancy to Zheng Yun? She’s quite good-looking and competent at work. I especially admire her eloquence and adaptability. If you accepted Zheng Yun, she would definitely be an excellent wife and partner." Chuchu joked.