There was nothing strange about Ling Jinhua. During the meal, he and Luo Ziling drank two glasses of wine.
While drinking, he asked Luo Ziling what he was doing in Europe.
Luo Ziling also told the truth.
"It is a good choice for you to join the army. You will be promoted quickly, but your mother will not agree." Ling Jinhua took a sip of wine and said with a smile: "You have a good starting point for getting involved now. As long as you don't mess around,
It’s easy to achieve a certain height without making any mistakes.”
"Grandpa, actually I haven't thought about what I want to do in the future!" Luo Ziling said very honestly: "I know that either my grandfather or my mother want me to pursue an official career. But I really have no idea about being an official.
Having too many interests, not being able to speak freely, and not being able to do whatever you want will definitely lead to a boring life. For a person with my temperament, being involved in official circles will definitely be the enemy of the whole people. After all, this is not the prosperous Tang Dynasty."
"Every gain must come with a loss. This is life. You have to get used to the times instead of letting the times change because of you! There is a saying: Only the fittest can survive. You must remember it." Ling Jinhua pursed his lips again.
Finally, he put down the cup and said, "Your grandfather is an example. He likes to live as he pleases, so he who could have had great influence is now like this. I think he will definitely have regrets in his heart, especially your family.
After my wife was forced to separate. But he could no longer change himself and could only place his hope on you. I believe you also know how many things he has done for you. Several times, he came directly to your door and asked me and your grandpa
Make demands. He hopes that you won’t be like him, giving up so many real things in order to live a life of your own free will.”
After a pause, Ling Jinhua said earnestly: "Don't you want to build your own wealthy family? Since you have such an idea, then plan your life well and don't give up halfway! You are the grandson of the Ling family, even if you become an official
, feel free to do whatever you want, as you just said, you can say whatever you want and do whatever you want, as long as you don’t go too far, everyone will still accommodate you."
"My great-grandfather's words reminded me. I think that maybe my mother and I can really change an era. I don't agree with the current social atmosphere where you are good, I am good, and everyone is good. I admire Ma Zhou, Wei Zheng, Wen Yanbo, and Xiao In an era where anyone who dares to scold the emperor can live a good life, I recognize the spirit of Dayu in controlling floods: blocking is worse than sparing. I also appreciate my grandfather’s character." After Luo Ziling finished speaking, he raised his wine to wake up and said to Ling Jinhua: " Thank you, great-grandpa, for your encouragement. I will definitely plan my life well! I am very grateful to my great-grandpa for your guidance. I have a goal in life!"
Seeing that Luo Ziling still expressed this, Ling Jinhua was a little surprised, but in the end he just smiled and said nothing.
When Luo Ziling was impassioned, Ling Ruonan did not interrupt.
Although she was a little anxious and felt that what Luo Ziling said was a bit too "arrogant", she was worried that Luo Ziling's lawlessness would make Ling Jinhua angry, but in the end she did not speak up to stop him. She agreed with what Luo Ziling said, and the personalities of mother and son were actually similar.
Ling Ruonan has always been a person who dares to act and tell the truth. Although her temper has changed a bit as she gets older, she still recognizes those who dare to tell the truth and do things seriously. Most of the people she promotes are
That kind of people.
Her criteria for selecting people are people who are serious about things, dare to do things, and have a sense of responsibility. On this basis, they will be loyal to her.
She believes that those who can't even dare to do anything and dare not tell the truth can only be loyal with their mouths.
Luo Ziling spoke so arrogantly, Ling Jinhua didn't get angry or angry, so she just let it go and didn't intervene to stop Luo Ziling.
Many of Ling Jinhua's words today were very thought-provoking, and Ling Ruonan felt that this was a signal.
A sign that their status in the Ling family has begun to change or improve.
When I left the Ling family's old house, it was already 8:30 pm.
On the way back, Luo Ziling asked Ling Ruonan in confusion: "Mom, my grandfather and great-grandfather's behavior today are a bit unusual. Do you feel this way?"
"Of course I feel it!" Ling Ruonan nodded, "I also wonder why they are so generous and treat us so well today!"
"Is it because you are getting married and they think they should behave well and give you some benefits without damaging their own reputation?"
Ling Ruonan glared at Luo Ziling, but did not deny his statement: "This should be a reason, but it is not the main reason."
"Does my great-grandpa and grandpa both think that you can still represent the Ling family in the future, so they are willing to give you more information and opportunities?" When asked this question, Luo Ziling looked curious. "He no longer treats us as outsiders?
"
"This possibility cannot be ruled out!" Ling Ruonan nodded, "But there is no way to verify this matter."
Luo Ziling asked Ling Ruonan curiously: "What kind of gift do you think my great-grandfather will give you, or what kind of dowry do you think he will give you?"
"I can't guess!" Ling Ruonan smiled bitterly, "The dowry or gift is nothing more than money and things, but your great-grandfather has already said that he will not give me money or things, nor will it be real estate, so it will only be money and things.
It could be something else. But I can’t think of what it could be. I can’t even guess...”
"I can't figure out what kind of thing it is!" Luo Ziling was a little depressed, "Could he announce in public that the Ling family has the same status as his son and daughter, and he will take more care of you in the future? Or give you a Ling
A treasure passed down from our ancestors, to show that you are the direct daughter of the Ling family, and to let everyone know that you are more favored by grandpa?"
"Forget it, let's not guess anymore!" Ling Ruonan sighed softly, "No matter what, your grandfather's expression yesterday and what your great-grandfather said today have shown their favor to us. They
There has been a significant change in my attitude, which I can clearly feel. I hope this is a good thing, otherwise it will be too unacceptable."
"If this is their sincere expression, what do you think the real reason is? Is it because they are disappointed in Ling Zhengping and put some of their hopes on you, the daughter of the Ling family?" Luo Ziling brought the topic back to the original direction,
He hoped Ling Ruonan could analyze more.
"I'll find a chance to have a good chat with my parents. I believe you can feel something when chatting with them." Ling Ruonan sighed again, "During the time when you left Yanjing and went to Europe, Ling Zhengping seemed to
You are more honest. People around your great-grandpa said that Ling Zhengping came to the old house several times and was scolded by your great-grandpa. Just now we also heard Xiao Li say similar words. Yesterday, when Ling Zhengping came over, he was scolded by your great-grandpa again.
He reprimanded. It seems that the old man is not satisfied with Ling Zhengping's actions. It is also possible that he discovered the abilities of our mother and son, so he is willing to see the Luo family become stronger. As long as the stronger Luo family can help the Ling family, rather than threaten it
The Ling family, then they will be happy to see it come to fruition!"
Luo Ziling nodded and agreed with Ling Ruonan's analysis.