novelraw Chapter 313: Has His Sweetheart Returned? (Part 3)
Chapter 313: Has His Sweetheart Returned? (Part 3)
Mrs. Sheng put down the teacup in her hand, stood up slowly, and helped Sheng Jianan adjust his collar: "Do you even dare to ask me how I came? Jianan, tell me, how long has it been since you came home to have a meal with us? I know you’re busy, but you used to come back at least once a week, and now?"
Mrs. Sheng sighed as she spoke: "Earlier, I thought you were unhappy with the marriage arrangement, so you didn’t want to come back. But now you and Yanxi are doing pretty well, aren’t you? Your grandfather is hospitalized, but you still have your father and me at home; is it something we did wrong that upset you?"
Sheng Jianan pulled out a smile, holding Mrs. Sheng’s shoulders: "Since you’ve come all the way personally, I can’t not go back."
Sheng Jianan’s words were somewhat playful, making Mrs. Sheng laugh: "This child, listen to what you’re saying. I just asked Assistant Qiao, you don’t have social engagements today, so come back with Yanxi in the afternoon and I’ll have the kitchen prepare something delicious for you."
"She’s not here, I’ll go back by myself."
"Not here?"
Mrs. Sheng frowned slightly and then sighed again: "Jianan, Mom has been thinking a lot lately. To be honest, I didn’t previously like Yanxi as much. After all, you’re my son. You dislike being arranged, and as a mother, I also don’t want you to be arranged. But we can’t oppose your grandpa. I was upset and took it out on Yanxi. But since you’re married now and seem to be doing fine, I won’t have any further opinions, as long as you’re well."
Mrs. Sheng spoke while observing Sheng Jianan’s expression, and sure enough, after she finished, she could clearly feel a slight relaxation in Sheng Jianan’s demeanor.
In the Sheng Family, Sheng Jianan and Mr. Sheng were the closest, which was related to some events in the past, but there weren’t any deep grudges between mother and son. She always maintained the image of a good mother in the Sheng Family, and Sheng Jianan respected her greatly.
"I said some things I shouldn’t have to Yanxi before. Tell her not to take it to heart. It’s all in the past. I won’t think that way anymore. You two should come back often."
Mrs. Sheng’s tone showed some emotion. Sheng Jianan comforted her to sit down and rarely explained: "I’ll go back today. Yanxi is out traveling with her parents and will be back in a few days."
"So that’s it. That’s fine then. I won’t disturb your work. We have guests coming to the house in the evening, so don’t come back too late."
Sheng Jianan nodded and arranged for someone to escort Mrs. Sheng downstairs.
Nearing the end of the workday, Sheng Jianan finished handling his business, leaned back in the leather seat to rest, and suddenly thought of something, taking out his phone to check the text message records.
There wasn’t a single message about bank card spending, and not just today but seemingly always, Tang Yanqi had never used his card. The few times she did were just to order him meals.
Sheng Jianan frowned slightly, feeling a bit unsettled. The fact that his woman didn’t spend his money, really didn’t sit well with him.
"Hey, big brother..."
The office door suddenly swung open, followed by Gu Han’s loud voice.
Sheng Jianan lifted his gaze at him, then lowered his head again to continue typing the message in his hand.
Gu Han walked over, planted his hands on the desk, and leaned forward: "Hey, big brother, what’s with you? Looking all unsatisfied, is it..."
Gu Han said with a mischievous grin, lifting his eyebrows: "Is it that your wife hasn’t satisfied you?"