novelraw Chapter 474 - 448: It’s So Nice to Have Him
Chapter 474 - 448: It’s So Nice to Have Him
Yu Minglang isn’t heartless, he also wants to develop his own HR.
But some things really can’t be forced.
Even if Wang Yafei never touches a computer again, it won’t affect his life, but until he figures it out himself, Yu Minglang won’t let anyone persuade him.
Some people are happy, some sad; some achieve growth, while others feel their dreams shattered. A unique immersive experience gives everyone different feelings.
Qian didn’t know whether the relationship between the teacher and Mr. Liu would ease due to Liu Li’s growth, but when Yu Minglang recounted the interactions between Liu Li and Mr. Liu in the reality show to Mr. Liu, Qian was certain she saw emotion in her teacher’s eyes.
Watching the teacher walk towards that father and son, as the family of three stood together again, Qian was very moved.
"Xiaoqiang."
"Hmm?"
"You did a good thing this time."
Yu Minglang said proudly, "Of course! If you ever have difficulties in the future, don’t shoulder them alone, just charge forward boldly. If there’s something you can’t solve, I’m here!"
Those four words, "I’m here," were the sweetest words Qian had ever heard.
They lifted her spirits and gave her a strong sense of support. It felt so good to have someone stand by her side, not feeling lonely at all.
When Mr. Liu came over, Mr. Liu was summarizing his son’s performance with an arm around his shoulder.
Liu Li’s eyes were still red, and his relationship with his dad had grown significantly.
Seeing his mother come over, he quickly sat up straight, not daring to let Mr. Liu restrain him.
"How old are you to still be crying?" Mr. Liu asked.
"The wind in the mountains is strong..." Liu Li said embarrassedly.
"The kid performed especially well this time, don’t scold him." Mr. Liu defended his son.
After saying it, he regretted it, knowing this old lady’s temper was fierce. Speaking to her like this usually got him a beating.
Mr. Liu was on edge, expecting to be slapped, but only heard her awkwardly ask.
"Old Liu, did you really pull the grenade pin back then?"
"Uh, it was all scripted." Actually, at that time, Mr. Liu knew it was fake, but seeing his son desperately trying to save him, he couldn’t help but get into character.
When pulling it, he really wanted his son to leave, blaming Yu Minglang for his too realistic acting.
"Nonsense, you can’t even distinguish between scenarios and reality. I’m impressed, living this long without any intelligence."
Mr. Liu laughed awkwardly, stubbornly trying to find some ground, "It’s all because that little rascal Minglang hit too hard. I suspect he took out all his usual grudges against me here. That punch to my stomach really hurt."
It’s no wonder the kid thought it was real; even he felt the person in front of him was a real villain.
"No worries, when Yu Gangdan pretends to be a villain and targets you out of personal vendetta, just wait. I’ll give his little cannon, Chen Xiaoqian, extra homework, and we’ll get revenge together."
Mr. Liu was shocked by what Mr. Liu said. How could the old lady be so... gentle today?
Mr. Liu was truly moved by Mr. Liu’s actions today. Actually, when he had his son participate in this immersive experience, Mr. Liu had already started to let go of his hatred. Hearing from Yu Minglang that Mr. Liu did such things for his son, watching him educate his son brought tears to his eyes.
She always blamed him for not educating their son well, but now thinking back, the death of their elder son wasn’t his fault; she was just too sad to get past it and forcibly found something to hate, as if putting all the mistakes on Mr. Liu could lessen her guilt over her elder son.
But just now, Wang Yafei’s actions made Mr. Liu seem like herself.
Wang Yafei’s way of wanting to hate but not being able to, only venting on Chen Xiaoqian, isn’t that the same as her attitude towards old Liu?
She realized that, blinded by her own situation, seeing herself in Wang Yafei made her feel she’d been somewhat unfair to Mr. Liu.
But stubborn for a lifetime, it was impossible for Mr. Liu to immediately lower her pride and extend an olive branch to Mr. Liu. She could only soften a little.
Mr. Liu sensed her softening, his heart was excited, thinking there was hope for reconciliation!
Seeing this, Liu Li looked at his dad, then at his mom, suddenly struck with inspiration.
"Mom, I’m sick."
"What illness?" Mr. Liu immediately got nervous and asked.
Hearing what his son said, Mr. Liu immediately understood, nodding repeatedly.
"Yes, yes, Xiao Li is sick. Well, Qian said he has mania. This illness requires a father’s company, and of course, a mother’s company too. We have to often be together as a family."
Mr. Liu was also someone who would seize an opportunity promptly.
Previously, he didn’t dare bring this up to Mr. Liu, but as soon as Mr. Liu softened a bit, he knew to cooperate with his son to fight for a chance.
"Xiao Cannon said... mania needs parents’ company?" Mr. Liu immediately noticed the issue.
Chen Xiaoqian has treated mania before, so it’s unlikely for her to make such a basic error—something that only fools laymen.
Moreover, Liu Li is her own son. Although she often criticized, calling him manic was just a vent of anger. She knew in her heart whether he was actually ill.
"Yes, yes, it requires company, a family of three, not one less. Xiao Liu, I know you have some complaints against me, and you don’t want to see me, but isn’t this for the child’s sake?" Mr. Liu for the first time thought, having an illness was also a good thing, using the kid as leverage against Xiao Liu, perfect!
"Mom, my illness is severe, who knows when I might go crazy. I really can’t do without dad and mom. Mom, can’t you let dad come back occasionally to stay a night?"
"Stay?"
"I won’t stay in your room, I’ll stay in Xiao Li’s room, right son? I won’t be a burden, I know how to make scrambled eggs."
"You use half a pot of oil for scrambled eggs, spare my pan please. Also, Xiao Li’s room has a single bed, how could you possibly sleep there?"
Upon hearing these words, Mr. Liu’s face darkened, guess it won’t work after all, she still disliked him.
"Sell our old apartment and buy another one. I can’t forget Shuang, living there brings back painful memories. You’re also not convenient with those old dorm buildings, so let’s change to a bigger house, not too far from the school. It needs three bedrooms, as I need a study to work. Cover any extra costs."
Upon hearing this, Mr. Liu was stunned. This is...
Liu Li was stunned too.
The father and son both had synchronized expressions.
They originally thought convincing Mr. Liu would be a tough task, but she’s saying to change houses and is even agreeing for old Liu to come back more often?
"What are you looking at! I haven’t agreed to reconcile yet! I’m just giving you a chance now, what happens depends on your performance. I’m still mad at you, this is all, this is all for the child’s sake, right?!" Mr. Liu, seeing their reactions, felt embarrassed and followed Mr. Liu’s way, pushing it all onto the child.