CHAPTER 660: CHAPTER 660: YOU TWO NEED TO LEARN SOME SELF-CONTROL...

Grandpa Bai raises his glass, drinking with Old Mr. Li.

"Old Li, although this wine is great, you shouldn’t drink too much. It’s my precious stash, each sip counts."

Old Mr. Li looks speechless: "Old Mr. Bai, you’re still so stingy. I’ve got plenty of good wine, I’ll send you a couple of bottles later."

"You said it yourself, no need to delay, I’ll have the butler fetch it later today."

Granny Bai: "Eat, let’s eat first."

Whenever they get together, they’re always bickering, Granny Bai has gotten used to it.

If the two of them don’t argue, she feels something’s off.

The two old men start cooking the vegetables, ignoring each other.

Granny Bai shakes her head helplessly; these two are over a hundred years old combined, yet still act like children.

Nan Qiao enjoys the beef roll she’s dipped, wrapped in sauce, delicious and satisfying.

Li Yehan whispers: "Have some vegetables."

With Li Yehan’s reminder, Nan Qiao looks at the leafy greens.

Even though she doesn’t want to eat, she has to.

No choice but to eat them for balanced nutrition.

Bai Jingting munches on the delicious mutton roll as if chewing on wax.

His gaze, inconspicuous, drifts towards Li Yehan and Nan Qiao.

Li Yehan got punched, his lip was injured, how did he explain it to Nan Qiao?

If his sister finds out he was punched, will she have an issue with him? Will she still adore her big brother as before?

Bai Jingting eats tastelessly, Bai Zhenyang notices he’s preoccupied.

At the dining table, he doesn’t ask in front of everyone.

Could it be that his beloved son has found someone special?

Bai Zhenyang’s eyes light up, this is good news!

The possibility delighted Bai Zhenyang immensely, prompting him to drink another glass.

...

Old Mr. Li returns home with Uncle Fu, from a lively atmosphere to a quiet house, his mood shifts tremendously, making him sigh.

"Sir, why don’t you stay at the Bai Family for a few days?"

Old Mr. Li waves off the suggestion.

"I’m not going to add to the noise, this old man won’t trouble anyone. Have you found Ah Mao?"

"Ah Mao has returned, you’ll hear from him soon."

Old Mr. Li leans against the sofa: "How about Tianyi’s family of four?"

"Cheng Yan’s company isn’t doing smoothly, after Zhao Xun left the technical team can’t resolve the issues and tech Zhao Xun left behind."

The technology doesn’t match or align, which makes it very difficult for Li Tianyi, doesn’t it?

Old Mr. Li ponders, he has technical experts who can assist Li Tianyi.

Should he go and see?

Uncle Fu perceives Old Mr. Li’s thoughts and smiles: "Sir, if you want to help the second young master, you can. In Jing City, he’s alone, if you extend a hand now, he surely will appreciate your efforts and it’s a great chance to strengthen father-son ties."

"Tomorrow, I’ll go pay a visit and talk things over with Tianyi."

Old Mr. Li doubts Li Tianyi, but without concrete evidence, as a father, he can’t watch Li Tianyi step into a dead end.

More than anything, Old Mr. Li hopes the family can enjoy harmony, just like the Bai Family.

...

Li Tianyi, amidst overwhelming stress, is also filled with self-doubt.

Mei Tian Sha Zi appears gaunt, holding a glass of red wine, looking utterly defeated, as if she’s lost everything.

Li Chengyan and Li Ning sit eating, exchanging glances, unable to stomach their food.

The familial atmosphere is dense, resembling a sky full of dark clouds, stifling.

At this moment, Li Chengyan speaks.

"Mom and Dad, tomorrow, I’ll go seek help from Brother Han."

"No, you won’t." Li Tianyi and Mei Tian Sha Zi shout in unison.

Li Chengyan: "Mom, Dad, we can’t just sit and watch the product’s delay without acting. As long as there’s a glimmer of hope, I can’t watch the company fall."

Li Tianyi: "Don’t worry, I’m handling this. It won’t be a problem."

Mei Tian Sha Zi: "I’ve contacted other people; there will surely be someone to handle Zhao Xun’s mess."

Li Ning stays silent, unable to contribute.

Since returning to Hua Country, everything has been unfavorable.

She clearly senses Mei Tian Sha Zi and Li Tianyi’s fall from heaven to earth, utterly defeated.

"Mom, Dad, why don’t we go see Grandpa? With Grandpa, we can surely get through this crisis." Li Ning proposes.

Li Tianyi’s expression darkens: "No, finding your Grandpa now would only make him think we’re incompetent."

He refuses to let Old Mr. Li think he is useless!

Li Tianyi’s pride forbids him to bow his head!

Mei Tian Sha Zi realizes Li Tianyi’s stubbornness, unable to push him into a decision.

Things have reached this point, they can only take it step by step now.

Once again, the familial atmosphere falls to freezing point.

At this moment, a voice comes from outside.

"Are you eating?"

The whole family of Li Tianyi looks over, seeing Old Mr. Li and Uncle Fu entering together.

Li Tianyi and Mei Tian Sha Zi have one thought—why didn’t the butler inform them immediately?

If they were plotting something, wouldn’t they have been caught?

Suddenly, Li Tianyi and Mei Tian Sha Zi have an idea—the butler might’ve been bought off?

Could he be Old Mr. Li’s spy?

Old Mr. Li senses the nuances through their expressions.

Having experienced much, Old Mr. Li calmly states: "I heard from the butler you’re eating, so I didn’t let him announce my arrival. Tianyi, you won’t be upset I’m here unannounced, will you?"

Li Tianyi: "Of course not, Dad. We’re all delighted you could come."

Mei Tian Sha Zi: "Chengyan and Ningning were just saying they’d find time to visit you."

Li Chengyan: "Grandpa, have you eaten yet? If not, sit down and join us, I’ll have the kitchen make your favorite pork congee with preserved egg."

Li Ning: "Grandpa, is your leg still in pain? Let me massage it for you."

Old Mr. Li laughs heartily: "You’re all so considerate, sit down. I’ve eaten, my leg isn’t hurting."

Old Mr. Li sits down and gets to the point: "I’m here to ask if you’ve found a technician. If not, I can recommend a couple of them. I know talent in this area; they might be able to help you."

Li Tianyi’s expression freezes, he pours Old Mr. Li some hot tea, his attitude solicitous.

"Dad, it’s my fault, making you come all the way for my issues."

"Tianyi, what nonsense are you talking about? We’re family, we should support each other. I’m your father; if you’re in trouble and I don’t help, who will?"

Li Chengyan excitedly says: "Grandpa, thank you! We indeed need help."

With Li Chengyan’s acceptance, Li Tianyi can’t object, so things are settled.

Old Mr. Li’s aim achieved, his mood improves, with only a few words, he leaves to prepare.

After sending off Old Mr. Li.

Li Chengyan wears a beaming smile: "That’s great, Dad, I..."

Before finishing, Li Chengyan receives a slap, making him dizzy and see stars.

"Dad, why did you hit me?"