Chapter 632: A Moment of Foggy-Mindedness
Chapter 632: A Moment of Foggy-Mindedness
Lu Jiaxin attended a dinner hosted by the Guo family alongside Nie Zhan. These days, Wansheng Real Estate ranked 5th in Hong Kong, and Nie Zhan's personal wealth placed him at 12th, firmly within the top tier. His close associates now included the Guo, Bao, and Li families, those superpower clans.
As a saying goes, if it's not your circle, you'll never truly fit in, no matter how hard you try. But when you have the strength, you won't need to put in any effort, and they will invite you in themselves. This was the case for Nie Zhan. Previously, he used to socialize with Hu Zhifeng and his crowd, but now that his business had expanded, he naturally entered the most elite circles.
When they returned home past ten o'clock, the butler informed them that Lu Ping had been accepted into the Northwestern University School of Medicine, which delighted Lu Jiaxin. From Wang Xiaojie, she learned that Lu Ping hadn't slacked off after getting into the medical graduate program at Northwestern; instead, he had continued to study diligently.
Nie Zhan said, "I have a classmate whose uncle is a professor at the Northwestern University School of Business..."
Before he could finish, Lu Jiaxin waved her hand and said, "No need. Your classmate's uncle is a business school professor, but Lu Ping is going to medical school. There's no need to trouble them."
She promised to cover the tuition and living expenses, but nothing more. Taking on too much would only create dependency for the younger generation, which wouldn't be beneficial for their future. However, Lu Ping had put in a lot of effort to secure this offer from Northwestern University, and she was sure he would study hard once he arrived in America.
Nie Zhan changed the subject. "In two weeks, we'll be holding our engagement banquet. Given Dad's current state, we should send someone to bring him over, and while we're at it, we can have him undergo a full-body check-up at the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital."
He felt that Lu Hongjun's recovery was a bit slow, and if he had been at the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital, he would have likely made a full recovery by now. However, Lu Jiaxin disagreed, and he didn't want to force her. He could only blame his father-in-law for hurting Lu Jiaxin so deeply that she still couldn't let go of the past.
This time, Lu Jiaxin didn't refuse. It was fine to visit the hospital on the way and even to go to the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital for rehabilitation after the engagement banquet. However, as soon as his body recovered, he would be sent back; she didn't want to lay eyes on him.
"Will your mother be attending our engagement banquet?"
Although she disliked Nie Manlin and didn't want her there, wanting something and doing it were two different matters. If she didn't invite Nie Zhan, he would be scolded by Old Master Nie and the Nie family, and even the gossip magazines would jump at the chance to create a media frenzy.
Nie Zhan was also uncertain. "I called her and told her about it, and she said she'd see. I've made all the arrangements, so there's no problem with her coming back."
Lu Jiaxin wasn't afraid; she was just annoyed by such people.
The next morning, Lu Jiaxin called Lu Jiaguang.
Wang Xiaojie answered the phone and explained with a laugh, "Your eldest brother and Pingping were called away by your father. I don't know what it's about, but he told us last night before we left."
Lu Jiaxin didn't ask further. "Given Dad's situation, I want to bring him over first and take him to the hospital here for a full-body check-up."
Wang Xiaojie naturally had no objections. "Since Lu Ping has been accepted to Northwestern University, he doesn't have much to do now, so let him accompany San Uncle."
There would undoubtedly be a lot to prepare for studying abroad, but accompanying Lu Hongjun to Hong Kong was more important. The rest could be taken care of after the engagement banquet. If necessary, she and Old Lu would handle it themselves. As for Lu An, who had just started working, a week's leave was acceptable, but two or three weeks would be excessive.
Lu Jiaxin agreed, feeling that it would be good to have her nephew accompany her father, as it would give him someone to talk to. "Then, tell him to get ready. We'll depart the day after tomorrow. He doesn't need to bring much, just the essentials."
"Okay."
Not long after hanging up, Lu Jiaguang and Lu Ping arrived. Upon hearing that Lu Hongjun had been given ten thousand green dollars, and that the money had come from Nie Zhan, Wang Xiaojie's first reaction was that they couldn't accept it.
Lu Jiaguang waved his hand and said, "Pingping and I both refused, but San Uncle insisted and said that if we didn't take it, he would send it over later. This is San Uncle's good intention, so I let Pingping accept it."
Wang Xiaojie was deeply touched by San Uncle's kindness towards their family. "Pingping, your San Uncle has been so good to you. In the future, you must take good care of him and show your filial piety."
Lu Ping smiled and replied, "Mom, you don't need to tell me. I will definitely take good care of San Uncle."
Even without this money, he would still take care of his San Uncle when he returned home. Initially, he had thought that a diploma would be enough, and he could get a job assignment after graduation. If it weren't for his aunt's constant encouragement, he wouldn't be where he is today.
Wang Xiaojie informed him about his upcoming trip to Hong Kong City with Lu Hongjun. "Your aunt said that someone will send the two of you to Yang City, and there will be someone to receive you when you arrive."
"Pingping, make sure you behave well this time, understand?"
Lu Jiaguang felt that she was nagging too much. "Jiaxin has a butler and a maid. What can Lu Ping do? Pingping, don't listen to your mom. Just act as you usually do when you're at your aunt's place."
"Okay."
Wang Xiaojie took the money back to her room to keep it safe. Seeing Lu Jiaguang walk in, she said, "With Jiaxin taking care of the tuition and living expenses, and now with San Uncle's gift of ten thousand green dollars, we don't need to give Pingping any additional money."
Lu Jiaguang said, "If it's not enough later, we can always send him more. It's not safe to keep this money at home. Later, take Pingping to the bank and deposit it into his account."
"Okay."
Lu Jiaguang brought up the topic of Lu Tao again. "I'm thinking of transferring this child to Si Jiu City. What do you think?"
Wang Xiaojie remained silent.
Lu Jiaguang explained, "Our eldest son is studying medicine and will soon be studying abroad. We don't need to worry about his future. Our second son is in the Public Security Bureau, and our third son wants to attend Zhengfa University to become a lawyer. As for our daughter, she wants to be a teacher. None of these four children will be joining our work unit, but Taozi is smart and lively. If we nurture him well, he might even surpass me."
Wang Xiaojie had a nephew who had transferred from the military to the Railway Bureau back in their hometown, and he now had an opportunity for a promotion. She was considering asking her husband to help him out.
After pondering for a while, Wang Xiaojie decided to bring up this matter at a later date. Otherwise, it might seem like Lu Tao was unable to come to Si Jiu City because of her, and her in-laws would surely have objections if they found out. Other family members might be fine, but if San Uncle and Jiaxin were also displeased, it would become a difficult situation.
Upon hearing that he would be going to Hong Kong City, Lu Hongjun was overjoyed and immediately asked his sister-in-law to pack his clothes and other necessities. Shanzi mentioned that Jiaxin lived in a beautiful little villa, and he had always wanted to see it. Now, he would finally have the chance.
After breakfast, Lu Hongjun wanted to go for a stroll in the park. It had been a long time since he had seen his old friends, and he missed them. As he stepped out, he walked on his own while the caregiver pushed the wheelchair beside him. After walking for about five or six minutes, he felt tired and sat down in the wheelchair.
In the park, Lu Hongjun went to the chess area and chatted with a few old men whom he got along with. Regarding his own arrest, he kept silent.
Even the old man who usually didn't get along with Lu Hongjun refrained from saying anything unpleasant. It was clear that Lu Hongjun was not innocent, or else his welfare benefits and pension would not have been revoked. However, he had come out safely, and now he could still come to the park to play chess, while the person who reported him was nowhere to be seen, and his stepmother and two stepsons were also in a miserable state. This showed how formidable his daughter was. If they said anything provocative and he was stimulated enough to be hospitalized again, it would only bring trouble.
While they refrained from saying anything offensive, the old men did not hold back during the chess game. After losing three games in a row, Lu Hongjun became annoyed. "After this surgery, my brain doesn't seem to be working properly anymore."
(End of Chapter)
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