Chapter 4, Never Give Up (Part 2)

Since the son became blind, the efforts of the Su family's eldest master in external endeavors have noticeably increased. In just one year, the achievements have been substantial. While it is true that Su Keji has played a role in this, Su Cheng'an himself may also have had intentions to make amends through this opportunity

Su Keji had a son last year, named Su Lin. In terms of seniority, it is now his turn to compete for the three quotas of the Spring Festival. In fact, many people believe that Su Keji chose to have a son at that particular time precisely because he calculated that the Su family would be able to secure another quota this time.

It can be considered a glimmer of hope for Su Chen's current situation

"Jianxin, what is happening outside?" Su Chen asked

Su Cheng'an named him Su Ming

So, does father want to secure this position for Mingdi

Father? Su Chen shook his head and turned around.

Su Chen said, "However, it may take another one to two years to fully recover"

He is a big, chubby boy

At that moment, comfort was no longer comfort, but rather irritation

Risk avoidance is a concept understood by everyone, and the best way to control risk is to add value rather than provide assistance in times of need

"Will it take another year or two?" Su Cheng'an pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "Just a year or two, that's fine. As long as we can recover in two years, everything will be in time"

Su Chen had already said: "Father hasn't come to see me for a long time. Since he is here today, there must be something important to discuss"

Is that so

... ...

Although Su Cheng'an also liked Su Ming, the unborn child, he was well aware that Su Chen was the most talented one in the Su family. Rather than expending great effort to nurture a child whose future was uncertain, it was far better to cultivate a child who was already demonstrating outstanding performance.

The matter concerning Second Uncle ... ...

Although Su Lin has a good name, his innate constitution is not impressive, which destined him not to have a great future. However, this does not prevent Su Keji from first securing the quota and then using it for trade

After some thought, I added another remark: "In less than a year, he has taken three concubines."

Su Cheng'an married three concubines within a year, among whom the second concubine recently gave birth to a daughter, who is greatly favored by Su Cheng'an. The third concubine is also pregnant and will give birth in two months, while the current one has already entered the household with a noticeable pregnancy.

Su Cheng'an gazed silently at his son

On that evening, Sukji came to visit his elder brother bearing significant gifts

They talked for a long time

Kenshin ran out to inquire and returned after a moment: "It is Master Na's fourth concubine."

This is the day of great joy for the father, yet Su Chen's mood is truly devoid of happiness.

How nice it would be if you were not so outstanding

At this point, everyone shares the same opinion; otherwise, why would Su Kiji be willing to give up the three-stage baptism to cultivate Su Qing? Because he is well aware that even if Su Lin did not have the issue of congenital weakness, the growth after receiving the three-stage baptism might not surpass that of the current Su Qing. A person's growth is always accompanied by too many possibilities, rather than following a plan—Su Chen is the most evident example.

What did you say?" Su Cheng'an immediately stood up and grabbed his son.

Perhaps Su Chen is not wrong; he really can recover

Su Chen is indeed outstanding; even after experiencing such a setback, he did not give up on his efforts. Having such a son, Su Cheng'an should have felt comforted, but upon reflecting on the purpose of his visit, Su Cheng'an's heart sank slightly.

Two years ago, Su Chen had not a single sense of light; his world was filled only with endless darkness

Su Cheng'an said: "Doctor Yuan from Su Feng Tang came to examine your fourth aunt a while ago, and it is a boy"

The experience of blindness for two years has made his state of mind much more stable than before, and he has begun to learn to keep things deep within his heart

After a moment of silence, Su Chen asked: "Which family's girl is it this time?"

The San Tai Spring is a source of vital energy located in the city of Lin'an. It contains inherent source energy, and bathing in it can enhance one's sensitivity to this energy, although it is only effective for children under the age of three

Waking up in the early morning, Su Chen sat quietly in the courtyard after washing up, listening to the sound of the wind rustling through the leaves, the sound of birds singing as they perched on the trees, the sound of gravel scraping against the ground, and the sound of ants transporting food—an excellent sense of hearing not only allows one to hear sounds that others cannot, but also to distinguish them clearly

Su Chen was silent

Su Chen smiled and said, "Are you waving? Father, I can only see a faint shadow and cannot be certain."

A faint bitter smile surfaced in Su Chen's heart

Miss Yan Wushuang of Chunyu Building is said to possess both extraordinary beauty and remarkable talent. It is unknown how many young gentlemen from North City are enamored with her, yet she has set her sights on the eldest master. It is rumored that this time she is entering the mansion due to a pregnancy. It seems that the Fourth Young Master will soon have two more younger brothers or sisters.

Therefore, if Su Chen is truly able to regain his eyesight, Su Cheng'an has no reason to abandon him

Su Cheng'an replied: "It is not Su Ming"

However, the answer soon revealed itself

Two months later, the third concubine gave birth

Su Chen was taken aback

Emotions always have varying degrees of closeness and distance

After a long while, he said: "There is something that I have actually never told my father"

Su Chen listened to Su Cheng'an's words, remaining silent.

I will go and refuse him right away Su Cheng'an said firmly

Su Chen did not know

Su Cheng'an let out a sigh of relief: "Take a good rest."

Although unclear about Su Kiji's plan, Su Chen still sensed the crisis hidden beneath the calm surface—after having a new son, would Su Cheng'an still support him as he did before

However, his mind has gradually matured, and most importantly, this is not the first time he has encountered such a situation. At this time last year, Su Chen had already experienced it once, which provided him with sufficient psychological preparation

In this dark world, it is not always an easy task to hold onto that glimmer of light within one's heart, and at times, it may require some special means

On the hundredth day of Su Ming, the Su residence was filled with the sound of firecrackers, and the ringing of bells and drums resounded together, creating a lively scene.

Su Cheng'an paused for a moment before saying: "He promised me that if I agreed to the reform, he would transfer the three Taiquan baptism of Su Lin to me."

It is now early morning, not the time when your third uncle practices the Sun Sword, so how can you still be certain it is me? Su Cheng'an stepped out from behind Su Chen.

The Three Platforms Spring is under the control of the Lord of Lin'an City, Yue Weixiong. Due to its limited output, there are only three slots available for external candidates, which leads to fierce competition among numerous families each year. Su Cheng'an, being the eldest son of the clan leader, managed to secure a slot for Su Chen to undergo the Three Platforms Baptism that year. Su Chen's rapid progress in cultivation is not only attributed to his own efforts but also significantly influenced by the support from his family.

Thoughts whirl like electricity, yet the face remains calm and composed

The most important thing is that if his father rejected Sukji, he would most likely not come to find himself now, speaking with such a serious demeanor. The current situation resembles a bad omen.

What is the matter

If Su Chen can recover, it would be the best news possible

Su Chen has gone blind, and Su Cheng'an's hopes have been dashed, naturally leading him to wish for a new good son

Su Cheng'an sat down on the stone bench in the courtyard and said, "Your second uncle came to see me again yesterday"

He is still young, only fourteen years old, able to see some things, yet unable to see further ahead.

Su Chen said, "I wonder what Second Uncle is looking for Father about?"

Su Chen's heart sank slightly

Su Cheng'an is very fond of his recently acquired fourth concubine, and in his affection for her, he has even bestowed upon their yet-to-be-born son the three baptismal gifts that he had painstakingly secured.

Joyful music resounded outside the walls of the Su residence

Su Chen replied: "I can only have a somewhat vague feeling. I originally intended to wait until it got better to give my father a surprise"

Turn and leave

It is not unusual for Sukji to visit his brother. However, for his father to personally come looking for him, it is likely related to the previous incident

"Being close is ultimately just being close." Su Chen smiled and said, "I can distinguish it now."

Did father not agree to him

Su Cheng'an replied: "He still wants to advise you to give up the family year-end evaluation"

This is Su Cheng'an's decision, and it is of no use even if Su Chen disagrees

He is still young, and there are three months left until his fourteenth birthday

He waved his left hand at Su Chen

The drumbeats fall like rain, striking the heart, causing a subtle tremor in the listener's soul

My eyes are recovering

However, due to the limited number of slots, it has become quite difficult for Su Cheng'an to secure a place for his second son after Su Chen received the baptism. After all, the Su family is large and prosperous, with many disciples across three generations. If all the benefits were to fall solely on Su Cheng'an's branch, others would certainly be unwilling to accept it

"Is what you said true? Why didn't you say it earlier?" Su Cheng'an asked again

"The ability to recover is a good thing!" Su Cheng'an exclaimed with great joy

After taking a few steps, Su Cheng'an stopped again