Ye Chuanying turned to Xiao Xingshi: "Xingshi, my daughter Jingyu has been without a mother since she was a child, and you are not by her side. She lacks love! You have to understand her on this point."
Xiao Xingshi picked up the tureen again, and the tea soup was no longer hot at this time. Xiao Xingshi drank more than half of the cup in one gulp, and then turned to Ye Chuanying: "Mom, she did lack maternal love and care when she was a child. But that was already twenty years
It happened many years ago, and I have always been tolerant of her nonsense over the years. But she cannot remain ignorant and act recklessly. Last time, we agreed that if within two years, Xiao Zheng could
After making achievements in poverty alleviation in Ningxia and returning home safely, we can agree to their marriage. But now she doesn't keep her promise at all. She didn't even say anything to us, and directly registered her marriage with Xiao Zheng! You said
, is this something that can be forgiven?”
"Xingshi, you are right." Ye Chuanying looked at his son, "Jingyu did something wrong in this matter. But if Xiao Zheng can complete the poverty alleviation task and return within two years, he will marry Jingyu
.The result is still the same." Xiao Xingshi looked at his mother, shook his head and said: "Mom, you should also know very well that Xiao Jingyu cannot marry Xiao Zheng!"
Ye Chuanying was stunned for a moment, and she stared at her son: "Xingshi, you mean that you promised Xiao Zheng and Jingyu that they could get married if they succeeded in alleviating poverty. Isn't that true?" Xiao Xingshi said: "Mom, you can't say that either.
First of all, I don’t think Xiao Zheng’s poverty alleviation can be successful! The Liupan Mountain area in Ninggan has been poor since ancient times. This is a deep-rooted thing. It is not only a geographical factor, but also a problem of people’s hearts. To put it bluntly, it is also fate. Just rely on him as a small cadre.
, can it be changed? Can the root of poverty be uprooted?!"
Although Xiao Xingshi said this, the shocking impression of when she first met Xiao Zheng appeared in Ye Chuanying's mind. It was so similar, he looked so much like the person who haunted her more than half a century ago.
Oh! If Xiao Zheng is really that person's descendant, what can't he do to alleviate poverty? Even if he manages the territory, stabilizes Tibetan areas, and recovers isolated islands, as long as the country gives him a mission, what can't he do? Old Mrs. Ye Chuanying,
The biggest regret in this life is not being with that person. If Xiao Zheng was really the descendant of that person, how great it would be! All the dreams and regrets that I have never realized can be realized and made up for by Jingyu.
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In this strong expectation and imagination, Ye Chuanying actually spoke for Xiao Zheng. She said to her son: "Xingshi, you are the leader of the army, you must be broad-minded and tolerant! This child Xiao Zheng,
I think he is a simple man and cares about the people. If you want to do something, he may succeed!"
Xiao Xingshi felt very uncomfortable when he heard that his old mother was actually looking at Xiao Zheng. He said: "Mom, how can you speak for Xiao Zheng? Xiao Zheng and Jingyu can't be together. Have you forgotten the Sima family?
, don’t you know how much Sima Zhongtian hopes that our two families will become in-laws?" Ye Chuanying was stunned. Of course she knew this, but in her heart, Ye Chuanying did not want to force her beloved granddaughter: "This matter,
The family's wishes are indeed very important, but it depends on fate."
"Mom, fate cannot be eaten as food." Xiao Xingshi said, "You are no longer a family member. When you are not a family member, you don't know how expensive firewood and rice are! Our Xiao family was originally a big family in the river that no one could shake. Everyone eats and uses it.
Of course, there is no need to worry, and the future is bright for development; but since the beginning of the new century, the situation is undergoing earth-shaking changes, with the rise of upstarts, and the country is paying special attention to it. We, the Xiao family, cannot sit still and wait for death. We must find a new way to do it.
There is no way 'the waves behind push the waves ahead, and the waves ahead die on the beach'! Our Xiao family's current industry has no advantages. Xinghai and Xingyun have mentioned it to me many times! Alliance with the Sima family is the best way.
The Sima family has extended its presence in many high-tech and high-value-added fields, which is exactly what our Xiao family lacks! Otherwise, when the opportunity passes, our Xiao family may not be able to securely be the leader in the river, and may even be ranked second.
Third, the fourth position cannot be maintained. In this world, only at the top of the food chain can we not listen to others' orders and be cannibalized. Otherwise, in the future, our entire family will have no choice but to bow down, listen to other families' orders, and deliver blood to other families.
Yes. Mom, is this what you want to see?"
These words made Ye Chuanying hesitate. In fact, during the years when Ye Chuanying was in charge of the family, that is, when the second round of reform and opening up was advancing in the 1990s, the Xiao family seized the opportunity and rose up strongly.
She came out on top. Unexpectedly, within a few years after she handed over the position of head of the family to her son Xiao Xingshi, the family would actually face a decline. After hearing this, Mrs. Ye also knew how difficult it was for her son to be the head of the family. She said: "But, Jing
Yu may not necessarily listen to you."
Xiao Xingshi said: "Whether she listens to me or not, she belongs to the family! She can't be so willful and selfish, only caring about herself and not caring about the interests of the family. Mom, I came back specially today because it was the Sima family who followed me.
I contacted them and expressed their dissatisfaction. However, their desire to marry our family is still very strong. They still hope that Jingyu can come to the Sima family. It can be seen how much Sima Yue cares about Jingyu and how much he feels sorry for Jingyu?
When Yu joins the Sima family, as long as he accepts it psychologically, he will definitely be happy."
Ye Chuanying was very conflicted, but she also felt that under this situation, Sima Yue still wanted to be with Xiao Jingyu, which showed that he really cared about her.
Seeing that Ye Chuanying's attitude seemed to have changed, Xiao Xingshi added: "Mom, I respect you very much. So, I came back to report this matter to you today. When you handed over the position of head of the family to me,
In front of the clan members, I said, 'The head of the family is the master of the family. Once the head of the family decides on the family affairs, he will be the one to decide.' This matter is related to the fate of the family, Mom, do you remember it?"
Of course, Ye Chuanying has not forgotten it. At that time, she wanted to give up the position of the head of the family to her son, so she naturally wanted to maintain the authority of the new head of the family. She did say those words. Ye Chuanying said: "I am not an old fool, of course I still remember it. Moreover, I am now
I think so too." Xiao Xingshi's face showed joy: "Thank you, mother. The matter regarding Jingyu will be decided by me. At first, Jingyu promised to wait until Xiao Zheng came back to aid Ning.
She has to decide whether to get married or not. Now that she has broken the rules, she must be dealt with within the family, otherwise who will abide by the family rules in the future?"
Ye Chuanying's face showed pity, but she couldn't object to Xiao Xingshi's intention. After all, standing in the position of the head of the family is different from an ordinary father. Ye Chuanying said: "Okay, you go and deal with it.
." Xiao Xingshi said: "Thank you, mom."
Xiao Zheng, Xiao Jingyu, Li Haiyan and others finished their work at the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection, resolved the crisis, and were in a happy mood. They planned to have dinner by the West Lake and then return home. This government is naturally Jingzhou! Li Haiyan
He said to the housekeeper Weng Benchu: "Mr. Weng, our driver has arrived in Hangzhou. After dinner later, we will go back in our own car."
Weng Benchu looked at Xiao Zheng. Xiao Zheng nodded and said, "Mr. Weng, your mission has been completed. You can rest. We will use official cars for the rest of the way." Weng Benchu nodded and said, "Okay. I'm just in time.
There are also new tasks. I will take my leave now." Li Haiyan said: "Mr. Weng, won't we have dinner together?" Weng Benchu said: "I won't eat. Secretary Xiao, if you need anything, call me." Xiao Zheng smiled and said, "You
You've already done me a favor, so I won't trouble you anymore." Weng Benchu smiled and said, "I believe we will see you soon."
After saying that, Weng Benchu walked out. On one end was Weng Benchu's tall figure walking towards the outside of the hotel, on the other side was the sparkling water outside the floor-to-ceiling window, and in the middle was Xiao Zheng, Xiao Jingyu and Li Haiyan watched him leave. Xiao Jingyu felt a little strange in his heart
, who is this Mr. Weng? What is his relationship with Xiao Zheng?
She was about to ask when her cell phone rang. When Xiao Jingyu saw it, it turned out to be her father. Xiao Jingyu frowned, wondering whether he should answer it. Xiao Zheng noticed the change in her expression and asked, "Who is it?"
Your phone number?" Xiao Jingyu showed the phone to Xiao Zheng.
Xiao Zheng said: "Jingyu, please answer the call. Your father is calling. We have nothing to hide." Xiao Jingyu looked at Xiao Zheng and then at Li Haiyan. Li Haiyan also nodded to her to express support, and Xiao Jingyu looked again
Looking at Xiao Zheng, he answered the phone and calmly called him: "Father."
Perhaps Xiao Xingshi had already gotten the news about her marriage to Xiao Zheng, and came here to ask questions. Therefore, Xiao Jingyu was mentally prepared to accept his father's questioning or curse. However, to Xiao Jingyu's surprise, Xiao Jingyu
Xingshi did not curse, but looked quite gentle and said, "Jingyu, have you and Xiao Zheng registered for marriage today?" This question made it sound like she was someone who had little relationship with Xiao Xingshi.
However, no matter what Xiao Xingshi's attitude was, it seemed that he had really learned about it, and Xiao Jingyu no longer concealed it, but directly admitted: "Yes, father."
Xiao Xingshi said: "Then come home. This is a big event, we must celebrate it." Xiao Jingyu was greatly surprised and couldn't help asking: "Father, don't you blame us?" "Weird!" Xiao Xingshi said in his tone
It got worse, but then it eased, "It's strange, but you are still my daughter! You didn't tell us, so you got the marriage certificate. We were very angry. But, it doesn't matter if we are angry, we can't keep our daughter when she is older. This is also reality! Come back.
Well, now that you have received the certificate, you still have to drink a glass of water and wine. Your grandma and I are waiting for you at home!"
Xiao Jingyu's eyes suddenly turned red. He did not expect that his father did not get angry, nor did he say that he would completely sever ties with her, but asked her to go home for dinner. Perhaps his father was soft-hearted after all when his daughter chose to leave and rebelled.
, are you still reluctant to let go? Or maybe, after all, there is grandma behind my father, and maybe grandma has convinced my father.