Chapter 6

Liang Siyue leaned closer to the screen, "Your grandson ... ... "

The decision to allow Liang Siyue to accompany us was precisely based on this consideration—Zheng Ma and Liang Siyue seemed to have much to discuss, and bringing them along would spare him a great deal of trouble

During the meal, Liang Siyue and Zheng Ma continued the conversation from the car.

Liang Siyue's daily study life is quite ordinary, but recently, the most noteworthy event might be that her part-time job was cut in half by the agency.

While still in a daze, Chi Qiao happily ran over and said, "Xiao Yue, Xiao Yue, have you received the message?"

Liang Siyue was indeed trying to control her volume, but Zheng Ma seemed quite indifferent, and Liu Yubai was even more unconcerned. The waiter stood at a moderate distance, showing no reaction whatsoever.

Indeed, once the two of them got into the car, they fell silent, and the music from the radio became the background music for their conversation

After a short while, the waiter pushed a dining cart over, on which was a birthday cake adorned with burning candles

The waiter left her side to serve Mother Zheng

The tone is somewhat arrogant

Could you please leave a precise statement before you go

Zheng Ma has taken care of him since he was young, and Liu Yubai respects her dedication and appreciates her loyalty. However, at times, he is also displeased with her excessive concern, which crosses the line and intrudes too much into his personal life

The waiter, wearing a standard smile, welcomed the three individuals to their seats, gentlemanly pulling out a chair for her, and smilingly inquired: "Madam, do you need me to help you hang up your coat?"

Zheng Ma changed into a new outfit for her birthday, wearing a sweater underneath a freshly pressed wool coat. Her hair was meticulously styled without a single stray hair, and she topped it off with a deep blue cloche hat, making her look vibrant and spirited

Liu Yubai parked the car by the roadside at the entrance of the community

The car was still some distance away from the Liu residence, and Mother Zheng instructed Liu Yubai to stop there, saying that he could walk the rest of the way back, considering it a way to digest his food

The waiter brought the menu, and Mother Zheng ordered some snacks again

She has always been like this when she feels wronged yet has to bow her head

"No need," Liang Siyue immediately pressed the button of her collar and said, feigning calmness

Liang Siyue felt a rush of warmth, and her face involuntarily flushed. As she raised her hand to pick up the glass of water, her eyes met Liu Yubai's gaze, prompting her to quickly look away, feeling even more embarrassed.

Liang Siyue had doubts earlier; the Liu family only consumes fresh food, and Zheng Ma eats with the Liu family at every meal. Who did she pack these items for, along with the leftovers from before? She clearly lives in the Liu family home, and her family is not in the same city.

The carriage fell silent all at once

The sweater she is wearing has a snag on the shoulder, but since it was hand-knitted by her grandmother, she couldn't bear to throw it away. She twisted some yarn herself, and it fits quite well for wearing at home. It is also for convenience that she didn't change before going out

After finishing the discussion about Zheng Ma, she inquired about Liang Siyue's recent situation

The Liang family home is not very far from the Liu residence, and Liang Guozhi specifically rented it for the convenience of his work

Liang Siyue smiled and said to talk about it next time

Liu Yubai smiled and said, "Your birthday is important, and it is not worth wasting this time on outsiders"

Liu Yubai across the table seemed to have a poor appetite, having cut less than a third of the steak. At this moment, he put down his knife and fork and suddenly asked Zheng Ma: "Are you full? Would you like to order a bit more?"

Looking around, it seemed that the people in the store did not sit as upright and solemnly as she did

Liang Siyue quickly said, "I will take a car back by myself, it's not far."

"... it was not intentional," she explained softly. However, she suspected that Liu Yubai would not believe her

Liang Siyue : `` ... ... ''

When leaving the house, she thought that simply delivering a fruit basket to Mother Zheng would suffice to return home, so she did not put much effort into her preparations. Moreover, even if she had known in advance, she would not have been able to find a single piece of clothing in her wardrobe that would be suitable for the current occasion.

Liuyubai Ding is a reservation-only Western restaurant

However, when she looked up, he was clearly gazing at the candle on the dining table, where the flame flickered gently.

The gaze shifted from bright to dim, akin to a star extinguishing; this process is truly evocative

On the way back, Mother Zheng opened the window, saying she wanted to get some fresh air. She was very happy today, enjoyed her meal, and her face was flushed.

The other party said: "The employee who was previously responsible for you has been dismissed. The deductions from everyone's salaries are currently being calculated and pursued. Once approved, the finance department will reimburse each individual accordingly. Miss Liang, please pay attention to your account balance. If you do not receive anything within seven working days, please contact me again."

However, Zheng's mother pleaded, saying that having more people would make it livelier, and she, feeling soft-hearted, ultimately agreed

However, Mother Zheng stopped her and turned to Liu Yubai with a smile, asking: "Could you see off Miss Liang?"

In fact, Liu Yubai has also seen that photo, and the phrase "blessed" can be considered a rather euphemistic evaluation. However, when Liang Siyue said it, the sincerity in his tone was such that even he almost believed it himself

Liang Siyue smiled and said, "One learns wisdom from setbacks."

Being taken advantage of and still able to laugh, how foolish

Liu Yubai took a moment, biting on a cigarette, and gazed at her thoughtfully

Of course, having a superior family background and wealth may inherently provide one with a bit more confidence than others

Liang Guozhi is simply her lifeline

However, regardless of whether this sentence was directed at her, it did help her relax considerably

He definitely could not do it, because at that time when he saw the photo, he could only muster the words "not bad"

Zheng Ma got out of the car with her belongings and reminded Liu Yubai to drive safely

However, that is not the case

Liu Yubai appeared to smile, yet it was unclear whether it was a genuine smile or not. "Have you forgotten that your father is still relying on the Liu family for his livelihood?"

They took Liu Yubai's car to go.

Liang Siyue had mentally prepared herself before entering, but the atmosphere inside still made her feel tense

This made Mother Zheng very sad, knowing that "not bad" was merely a way for him to offer comfort. From that point on, she consciously refrained from mentioning her granddaughter in front of him

Liu Yubai rested her hand on the steering wheel and asked her, "Where do you live?"

I am not unwilling

Zheng's mother said: "You are only sixteen years old. If you need money, ask your father for it. Don't go out to work part-time; it's not only unsafe, but you should also prioritize your studies."

She truly does not wish to associate with Liu Yubai

Indeed, the passenger window was rolled down, and Liu Yubai rested his arm on it, saying, "Come here"

Liang Siyue clearly saw that Liu Yubai slightly frowned, unsure if it was because he did not like such sweet and rich food. Nevertheless, he still picked up a spoon, scooped a very small amount along the edge, and put it into his mouth, only to immediately put it down and not touch it again. It seemed as if he had calculated precisely, as if any more would exceed his limit of tolerance.

As the conversation reached a joyful point, Mother Zheng burst into hearty laughter

Liu Yubai seemed to have finished this meal ahead of time, the remaining steak untouched. He hardly participated in the conversation between the two women, yet there was not a trace of impatience. On the contrary, he appeared to have set aside all his lofty demeanor, solely to accompany his elder for a birthday meal, seeking to please them.

There is no need for that official tone with me

The person she knows privately is simply like a different person

She twirled the pasta with her fork and brought it to her mouth

Well

Of course. Those who have spent money are not to be neglected by anyone

If you can't finish it, just leave it.

granddaughter

She is very afraid of being stopped by a waiter like in some idol dramas: "Excuse me, miss, but our establishment has a dress code"

Liu Yubai smiled and said, "As long as you enjoy your birthday, that's all that matters"

Liang Siyue paused for a moment, always feeling that when Liu Yubai said this to Zheng Ma, his gaze was actually directed at her.

Next week

Liu Yubai, too lazy to pay her any more attention, reached for the cigarette case, took out a cigarette, and brought it close to the lighter.

In private settings, Liu Yubai often drives himself

Liang Siyue felt that there was no need to speak any further, got out of the car, and closed the door

This has nothing to do with enjoying the pleasure of driving or valuing privacy; rather, it is simply because if he is unwilling to engage in deep conversations with his companions, he can use the excuse of needing to focus on driving to evade such interactions

Zheng Ma expressed her gratitude to Liang Siyue for accompanying her today, and invited her to visit the Liu family to spend time together whenever she is free in the future

In silence, this stretch of road will soon come to an end

The ivory white duffle coat with toggle buttons, purchased from a certain clothing store, is truly too timid in style for me

However, a person possesses a sense of compassion, especially towards an elder like this. He only keeps such thoughts to himself and never expresses them on his face

Zheng Ma was extremely excited, "If I had known there was cake, I shouldn't have ordered snacks just now..."

Liang Siyue walked over slowly

The volume of the car radio is set very low, almost imperceptible.

The female celebrity said awkwardly, "Then I won't disturb President Liu."

Liang Siyue would say this, which aligns well with Liu Yubai's first impression of her: although the child is young, she conducts herself in a rather official manner

Liang Siyue had to admit that this tone, combined with his somewhat world-weary handsome appearance, was indeed quite persuasive

Zheng Ma hesitated a bit, "I am afraid I won't be able to finish it if I order."

Liang Siyue shyly touched her nose

The eldest son has a car, which is convenient

Zheng Ma made a wish, blew out the candles, and the waiter assisted in cutting the cake

The other party is the direct supervisor of the unscrupulous intermediary from before. They informed Liang Siyue that their company is conducting internal assessments and inspections at the end of the year, resulting in the dismissal or demotion of a number of employees who seriously violated company regulations due to unauthorized commissions, improper contract signing, and abuse of power.

If all the artists in the company were as formal and articulate as she is, the public relations team's workload would be reduced by half

She was unaware that such luxury cars do not require a forceful slam; a gentle push is sufficient for the door to close securely. Therefore, the force she exerted was a bit too strong, resulting in a loud "bang" that sounded just like her slamming the door in anger.

During the lunch break, Liang Siyue received a friend verification message on her mobile phone

The journey was filled with silence

Liang Siyue is not very inclined to go

Is your grandmother's birthday coming up as well

Liang Siyue's first reaction was to get out of the car.

Liang Siyue is preparing pasta for the main course, worried that if her only experience in cutting steak comes from Pizza Hut, it might lead to an embarrassing situation.

Chi Qiao pulled her up by the arm from her seat, "Let's go, let's go, I will treat you to something to eat, to celebrate."

Liang Siyue opened the car door, "... ... Thank you, Mr. Liu"

As she spoke, she slowly lowered her head

The waiter brought the snacks and refilled the drinks in the three cups. Then, he leaned close to Liu Yubai and asked something, to which Liu Yubai nodded.

Liang Siyue stepped back

Liang Siyue's expression stiffened

The female celebrity completely lacks the aloof demeanor she displays in front of the camera, and her attitude towards Liu Yubai can be described as exceedingly cordial: "I didn't expect Mr. Liu to be dining here as well..."

After dinner, Zheng's mother really called the waiter to pack up the leftovers

There is too much waste left... This place cannot be packed, right

While Zheng Ma was happily eating cake, a woman walked over to their table

I know that it shouldn't happen again next time. This time, the main intention was to buy a more expensive birthday gift for my grandmother

Liang Siyue is a bit confused, is the retribution in this world coming so quickly

Liu Yubai directly interrupted her, his smile absent: "Today is a private occasion, and I regret to inform you that I will not be entertaining Miss Zhao. If you have any matters to discuss, please contact my assistant."

I apologize to you

While chatting, we arrived at the destination

Return to class on Monday

She was so frightened that she was stunned.

What is the official? Liang Siyue did not understand

Liang Siyue thought to herself that perhaps she was fortunate to have met the amiable Liu Yubai due to the influence of Zheng Ma

The car window closed, followed immediately by the roar of the engine, and the vehicle sped away in an instant

After a moment of hesitation, she still provided the address

Doubt remains, yet no questions were asked

That is quite a coincidence

After a while, Liu Yubai said: "Let me through."

Liu Yubai raised his eyes to look at her and said, "I would like to ask you, do you have any objections to me?"

Your granddaughter certainly has a very fortunate appearance

Zheng Ma is well aware of the difference in status between herself and Liu Yubai. She never takes pride in their close relationship, which makes her somewhat uneasy. As she watches the figure of the female celebrity walking away, she says: "Why not listen to what she has to say? What if there is something important? It would be unwise to offend her..."

Zheng Ma, after listening, scolded the agent for being so unscrupulous, "How can you dare to withhold money from a young girl? Truly shameless."

Liang Siyue never looked up

Liu Yubai glanced at her through the rearview mirror and said, "If you are truly so unwilling, then just don't apologize; we won't miss that one sentence from you."

Liang Siyue recognized her at a glance; she was a certain female celebrity known for her stunning beauty. However, despite being in the entertainment industry for many years, she had yet to produce any notable representative works.

Zheng Ma showed Liang Siyue the photos of her daughter-in-law's second child on her mobile phone