Chapter 1340 - 1212: Don’t Speak Too Soon

Chapter 1340: Chapter 1212: Don’t Speak Too Soon

Ping’an chuckled and whispered in his ear, "Dad, just how scared are you of Mom?"

"You brat, showing no respect, do you want a beating!"

"Hahaha, I wouldn’t dare."

"It’s fine that I’m scared of your mom, but you can’t marry a wife and forget your mother, becoming hen-pecked." Zhang Guoqing said with a sigh, tapping his head lightly, "Tell me, what’s the point of raising you all?"

Ping’an, grinning mischievously, hugged his neck, "Dad, don’t worry. The three of us brothers will surely follow Grandpa’s path; Mom’s position must be as solid as a rock."

"Don’t speak too soon. Do you think all women can be like Grandma?"

"Even if they’re not, they have to be. A real man can’t be led by the hand by his wife, can he?" Ping’an said then regretfully patted his own mouth, knowing he’s talked too much. "Of course, that’s because no woman in this world is as exceptional as Mom; we’ll have to properly train our wives."

Zhang Guoqing glared at his son, "Smart boy knows his place."

"Hehe..." Ping’an gave a flattering smile and hurriedly quickened his pace, realizing this conversation wouldn’t go further, best to hurry inside.

"Little rascal!" Zhang Guoqing laughed as he gave his son a playful punch. All these years, he’s never been willing to curse him outright with those words.

He’s already thought it through, if ever the sons show signs of unfilial behavior, he’d make sure they pack their wives and leave his sight early, just to spare his wife’s heart.

It’s important to know how much effort his wife put into raising these three sons. Without expectations, there’s no hurt; but with too many expectations, the hurt is deeper.

But they’re their own flesh and blood, the product of their love, and even someone as tough as Zhou Jiao would be willing to give them up. So when it comes to sons, they’re really debts that can never be fully repaid.

Sigh... Who knows if the real personality of the girl coming tomorrow will match the investigation report, will there be discrepancies? If they’re all like Little Tangtang, he’ll have less to worry about.

"Is Xiao Wu back?"

With a shout from Mr. Zhang, Zhang Guoqing snapped out of his thoughts, let go of his son, and swiftly walked into the front yard hall, loudly responding, "Dad, it’s me."

"Oh wow, my dear son is really back."

Zhang Guoqing looked at his aging parents who were trying to stand up, feeling a sudden pang in his heart, It’s really time for them to retire and live with him.

He quickly dashed forward, pressing them back into their seats, "Please sit down, did you have a smooth journey? I’m sorry for being an unfilial son, I was so busy today that I couldn’t come to pick you up."

"No need for picking up, your dad and I can find our way." As she spoke, Mother Zhang held her son’s hand, thoroughly looking him over before smiling happily, "Good, you haven’t lost weight, and you look energetic."

"Your dear son takes after you, looks good."

Hearing such praise from his father, Zhang Guoqing laughed heartily, "Dad, that’s Mom’s favorite thing you say. How’s your health doing?"

"I’m doing well, Jiao Jiao sent us so many supplements, how could I not be?"

"That’s good, don’t be stingy using them." Zhang Guoqing, feeling relieved, watched his parents who were in good health, "The only thing I worry about when I’m not by your side is your health."

Mr. Zhang stood up and took a few steps, patting his chest, chuckling with pride, "How’s that, among my old buddies, only your dad is strong."

Zhang Guoqing nodded repeatedly, smiling.

"Hahaha, your dad refuses to admit his age, and your eldest sister dyes his white hair for him."

Despite being teased by his wife, Mr. Zhang wasn’t annoyed, shaking his head with a smile. With all the juniors around, his wife can say whatever she pleases now.

Seeing their joyful family reunion, Ping’an led Shi Tou away, taking along their precious son.

As the group of juniors left, Mr. and Mrs. Zhang also pulled Zhang Guoqing over to the bedroom prepared for them, having many things to tell their dear son.

Meanwhile, Zhou Jiao was unable to accompany them to their room because with Shi Tou and the others arriving, they’d be staying over tonight, and she hadn’t prepared guest rooms.

After speaking to Aunt Chen, she glanced towards her parents-in-law’s bedroom, hesitated for a bit, and decided to give them space to talk.

— Maybe there are some topics where she just doesn’t fit being present.

Before she walked too far, Zhou Jiao squinted at her youngest son, sensing something was off. Why does it seem like this silly boy is getting closer to Little Jiu?

Why sit beside the little girl and let her serve you? Does she owe you something? She’s really handing him tea!

This girl is being so suppressed!

Zhou Jiao gave a sideways glance to Yi Tangtang leaning against Liu Yi, involuntarily twitching the corner of her eye. Forget it, as long as the youngsters are happy, she can’t exactly step in and break apart their budding romance, can she?

Finally, she glanced at her eldest son, secretly shaking her head. This foolish son is also the secretive type. According to inside sources, yep, sold out by his two younger brothers. It’s said that whenever he has the chance, he drags Qiu to the movies, parks, and holds her hand at any possible moment!

Zhou Jiao silently turned away.

It’s not her fault, but then who can be blamed? Hopefully, these little girls won’t be disappointed, all because it’s a matter of roots, instinctively inheriting their father’s charm for teasing!

Unlike her, as soon as she got home, Miao Lishan, seeing so many juniors, happily ditched her Brother Zheng, decisively joined the circle of the younger crowd.

Seeing her pair of twin grandsons each having someone by their side, she inexplicably wanted to laugh, especially seeing May 1st directing Little Jiu to peel apples while continually watching her hands.

Oh, isn’t this exactly what liking is? Her previously clueless grandson indeed has such a day. Should she have a heart-to-heart talk with them first?

It’s really worrying!

If it works out, getting engaged and going abroad isn’t bad either.

"Look at Grandma, she just likes having little girls around the house, look at how she’s smiling at you happily. How about letting Grandma adopt you?"

Beside him, Liu Yi rolled his eyes at his brother, speechless.

May 1st considers himself the one whom Little Ya trusts the most, isn’t it only right that he makes plans for her? Seeing Little Jiu shake her head slightly, he disappointedly glared at her.

"I consider her my real Grandma from my heart, that’s enough."

May 1st smiled satisfactorily.

This is how it should be!

Later, when there’s no one else around, he’ll talk to his Grandma properly. Although Little Jiu doesn’t say much, she’s a good kid who knows to repay kindness.

Even though she’s a bit naive, she has a kind, pure heart. Only the unpresentable Zheng Family would be willing to mistreat this child, you see how well-behaved, how capable she is.

"Big brother, shall we go out tonight?"

Liu Yi shook his head.

"What about Big Brother?"

Listening to Shi Tou and Mai Sui chat, Ping’an shook his head, "I’m not going out tonight, neither should you, it won’t be long before going abroad, spend more time at home with the elders."