Chapter 409: Lu Hongjun Gives Money
Chapter 409: Lu Hongjun Gives Money
Tang Sufeng used to only know that Lu Jiaxin's relatives in Gangcheng were wealthy, but she didn't realize that Lu Jiaxin was also adept at business. If she had known, she would have definitely cultivated a better relationship with her.
Although she felt annoyed, Tang Sufeng believed that there would be plenty of opportunities in the future, and this thought improved her mood.
Seeing the fluctuations in her expression, Lu Hongjun could guess what she was thinking: "Because of what Ding Jing did in the past, she still hates me even now. If she comes to see me, it's only to avoid giving people a handle to gossip about her. Now that her mother's grave has been moved to Gangcheng, she won't be coming back here. Don't think about things that are impossible."
Tang Sufeng couldn't help but argue, "You're her father. If anything happens in the future, she can't just ignore it."
Lu Hongjun had already thought things through and said, "She told me that if I ever get sick, she will take care of the medical expenses and also hire someone to look after me."
Without family supervision, the hired caregiver might not take good care of him. He had worried about this before, but now Shanzi had been formally adopted as his grandson. If Tang Sufeng didn't take good care of him in the future, he would move in with Shanzi. After all, Jiaxin would take care of all the expenses, and it wouldn't add any burden to Shanzi. Living together, Shanzi, Da Mai, and their children wouldn't discriminate against him either.
Tang Sufeng now understood why Lu Hongjun wasn't afraid of divorce. Lu Jiaxin had promised to take care of him in his old age, and being so wealthy, she wouldn't go back on her word. As for Lu Shan, he could give him the joy of playing with his grandchildren. If they really got divorced, Lu Hongjun would definitely have Lu Shan's family move in with him.
In the past, she had been certain that Lu Hongjun couldn't do without her, but reality had shown her that it was she who dared not initiate a divorce. Thinking of this, she felt a sense of breathlessness. She started to calculate that she couldn't spend as freely as before and needed to save more money.
Seeing that she didn't say anything, Lu Hongjun was satisfied.
The next day at noon, Lu Hongjun went to the compound to find Shanzi. As soon as he saw him, he handed over a stack of money.
Seeing that Lu Shan tried to refuse, Lu Hongjun said, "This is my secret stash that your Tang grandmother doesn't know about. Your noodle shop needs renovation and equipment. You must need a lot of money. There's a total of 3,800 yuan here. If it's not enough, I'll figure out a way to get more."
Lu Shan still tried to push the money back to Lu Hongjun and said, "Grandfather, my parents have already agreed to lend me money. I'll pay them back once the noodle shop starts making money."
After Lu Jiaxin's words, Lu Er Sao felt that it was better to keep the accounts clear to avoid future disputes over money. Of course, she would remain impartial on the surface, but if her son encountered any difficulties, she would definitely help him.
Seeing Lu Shan's reaction, Lu Hongjun was delighted. However, now that he had taken the money out, he couldn't take it back: "Shanzi, you are my grandson. Since I have money, how can I let you borrow from others? Take it, or I'll be angry."
Worried that Lu Shan would refuse again, Da Mai quickly spoke up, "Grandfather, thank you. We will return this money to you once our noodle shop starts making a profit."
Lu Hongjun waved his hand and said, "No need to return it. I have my pension. You just save the money you earn, and I'll be happy as long as you live a prosperous life."
He intended to give the rest of what he had to Gou Sheng and Gou Dan as well. After all, these two children were carrying on his family line. Previously, he had regretted giving most of his belongings to Jiaxin, but after Lu Da Bo's words, he no longer felt that way. After all, without Jiaxin, Shanzi wouldn't have become his legal grandson.
This time, Lu Hongjun had come not only to give money but also to ask him to take care of something: "I've already found someone. Since your noodle shop needs renovation, take this opportunity to transfer your household registration over here."
Since he was a registered citizen of Si Jiu City, and now Shanzi was legally his grandson, the household registration would naturally follow him.
Of course, some arrangements still needed to be made, or things would become difficult.
The couple was overjoyed, and Da Mai said, "Since Grandpa and Great-Grandfather are returning the day after tomorrow, let's have Sanzi go back with Great-Grandfather."
Lu Hongjun didn't mind. Smiling, he said, "You don't have to change the way you address me. Just call me the same way you used to."
Lu Shan didn't agree. "I need to get the noodle shop in order before I can go back," he said.
Lu Hongjun didn't think it was a big deal. "Leave the renovation of the noodle shop to your father. He knows a bit of carpentry and oversaw the renovation of the old shop," he said.
Lu Shan hesitated.
Lu Hongjun laughed and scolded him. "What's there to hesitate about? Just because you've been adopted, does that mean you're no longer their son? When they get old, you'll still need to be filial to them," he said.
Upon hearing this, Lu Shan agreed to go and ask later.
Lu Hongjun stayed for lunch with Shanzi before returning home. After they left, Da Mai asked in confusion, "Shanzi, Grandpa always considers our best interests. Why does he treat your aunt that way?"
Lu Shan also found him thoughtful. Hesitating for a moment, he said, "I think that woman was too cunning, and Third Grandfather was bewitched by her. Now he's come to his senses, but unfortunately, Auntie isn't willing to forgive him."
Da Mai coldly hmphed. "Auntie almost got killed by that mother-daughter pair, and he still shielded them. If I were her, I wouldn't forgive him either," she said.
Lu Shan sighed. "Well, as their descendants, we shouldn't say too much about Grandpa and Auntie's situation, nor can we do anything about it," he said.
"I know," Da Mai replied.
Lu Shan went to Xiushui Street to find Lu Jiazhong and Lu Er Sao to tell them about his plan to return home to transfer his household registration. "Dad, Mom, Grandpa gave me 3,800 yuan. I have enough money for the renovation and to open the shop. But I have to go back, so the renovation will be delayed," he said.
Lu Er Sao was delighted. Lu Hongjun giving such a large sum of money to their son indicated that he would also give their son and grandson the possessions he had hidden away in the future. With Lu Jiaxin's previous instructions, she didn't let on anything in front of Lu Shan. "Leave the shop renovation to your father. He has experience in this," she said.
Lu Jiazhong also took on all the tasks. While it wasn't appropriate to give him money, helping out their eldest son was no problem. If Lu Yun, that rabbit's offspring, were to quibble over this, they would be sent away to fend for themselves.
Lu Ping had already been accepted into graduate school and would be starting in September, so Lu Dabai's return to his hometown was at his request.
Lu JiaGuang bought four seated tickets for them, ensuring they sat together. Once they were seated, Lu Dabai said, "Shanzi, I heard from your father that your Third Grandfather gave you money for the shop?"
"Yes, I didn't want it, but Third Grandfather insisted," Lu Shan replied.
Lu Dabai's attitude was different this time. "Take whatever your Third Grandfather gives you. If you don't, you'll only be letting the Huang family take advantage. That woman married him for his money and house," he said.
"Okay," Lu Shan agreed.
Lu Dabai continued, "In the future, when you see your aunt, speak well of your Third Grandfather in front of her. They are father and daughter, and they shouldn't be at odds like this. It will only become a source of ridicule," he said.
Lu Shan refused, "Grandpa, regarding Auntie and Third Grandfather's situation, I, as a junior, shouldn't interfere. However, you can rest assured that Da Mai and I will take good care of Third Grandfather in his old age."
Lu Ping sided with Lu Shan. "Grandpa, if Big Brother really goes to mediate, he will only be causing trouble for Auntie. If he does it too often, Auntie won't even want to see him," he said.
Upon hearing this, Lu Dabai didn't bring it up again.
Lu Shan shot a grateful glance at Lu Ping. Pingdi was indeed clever, as he had managed to dissuade Grandpa with a single sentence.
(End of Chapter)
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