Who else would Qin Ning listen to? It used to be the twins, but now, it was Qin Guoguo.
It wasn’t because Qin Ning didn’t like the twins.
But because Tang Chuan had begged the twins too many times. The more times he begged, the less trust she had in them.
Therefore, he immediately set his eyes on Qin Guoguo, who had just returned to the country and still didn’t know anything.
Of course, Qin Guoguo didn’t disappoint him. He stood up and said, “Auntie, let Uncle drink a little. He just has to drink less.”
Qin Ning had actually given in with just a few words.
“I’ll let you off today on account of my nephew. Drink less, remember?”
“I got it, honey.” Tang Chuan smiled cheekily.
But in the next second, he couldn’t laugh anymore. The maid from the Qin family ran over in a panic and shouted, “Oh no, the young master of the Tang family fell into the pond.”
Then, everyone panicked.
A few adults who knew how to swim rushed in front, and Huo Mian, who had experience in emergency treatment, followed closely behind her husband.
When Qin Ning ran over, her legs were weak. She was afraid that something would happen to her son.
Everyone knew that there was a pond near Qin Chu’s garden.
The deepest area was more than two meters deep, which was enough to drown an adult.
There were some fish in the pond. It was for viewing in summer, and in winter it would become a miniature skating rink for the twins.
Everyone was busy eating and had seen Tang Tianjiao wandering around the dining table just now, but an incident happened just within the short while when they were not looking.
Qin Chu, Rick, Wei Liao, and Tang Chuan all rushed over.
They thought that the child was drowning, but when they reached the pool, they realized that there was no splashing.
“Where is he?” Qin Chu asked in a low voice.
The maid was so frightened that her face turned pale. “He fell in just now… did he sink already?”
When she said that, everyone felt even more uncertain.
Qin Chu and Tang Chuan almost jumped…
At this moment, there were splashes in the water…
Something came out of the water…
Then, they saw Tang Tianjiao carrying a big koi in his arms. He smiled and said, “Eh? Dad, you’re on the shore… Quick, take a photo and post it on WeChat. This is such a great move.”
When everyone saw that this brat was safe and sound, and had even floated up, they immediately released a breath of relief. It really was a false alarm.
It was only then that Tang Chuan realized that his son could swim. Although he couldn’t swim that well, he could definitely do the dog paddle.
“Stop taking photos for now. Come, come up first… Let me give you a good kiss.” Tang Chuan controlled his temper and waved at Tang Tianjiao.
The men at the side couldn’t help but want to laugh. They had a tacit understanding.
After all, they knew that Tang Chuan was going to beat his son up…
“There’s no need. We’re all family, so there’s no need to be so polite.” That kid was still smiling mischievously.
“Young Master Tang, come… come up, let’s talk.” Tang Chuan continued to coax him.
“Master Tang, I don’t think we have anything to talk about… You should go back and drink… It’s rare for Mother to show mercy today.”
“Little brat, do you believe that I’ll break your dog legs…”
Tang Chuan was furious; he couldn’t take it anymore. If Wei Liao hadn’t stopped him, he would’ve jumped down and dragged the kid out.
Tang Tianjiao was not only mischievous but also very smart.
“Someone, go get that brat and lock him up,” Qin Ning said.
She was scared out of her wits at first, but when she saw that her son was fine and that it was a prank, she was furious.
“Uncle, save me…” Tang Tianjiao looked at Qin Chu.
“You really should be beaten up.” Qin Chu’s expression was dark.
“Auntie, you’re the best to Jiao.” Seeing that Qin Chu didn’t agree, the little boy turned to look at Huo Mian, who was standing next to Qin Ning.
His ability to find reinforcements was perfect.
Master Wu pointed at Little Bean and asked Pudding.
“Did you see that? Your Second Sister is more open-minded than you are. Pudding, sometimes being too persistent isn’t a good thing. The only people who suffer are you and the people around you. I hope you can be a Buddhist girl and be as calm as your mother.”
“My mom isn’t calm, especially when it comes to Handsome Su… If she finds out…”
“No, Sis, please don’t tell Mom. She’s been in so much pain for so long and it was so difficult for her to move on… Plus, didn’t we agree to give her a surprise at our coming-of-age ceremony?”
Little Bean immediately ran over and covered Pudding’s mouth. She was afraid that Pudding would lose her mind and tell Huo Mian about this.
“Forget it, let’s not talk about it… Grandpa Wu, let’s go. I’ll bring you in for tea.”
Then, Pudding and Little Bean grabbed Master Wu’s arm and brought him into the main hall.
Although Su Yu was forgotten by everyone, everyone still remembered Master Wu and respected him.
Huo Mian’s impression of Master Wu was that he was an old man who liked to read fortunes…
As for the rest of the memories, they were very vague. As for when she had met Master Wu, she could not remember.
Qin Chu couldn’t be blamed for not being able to find his mother, as Huo Mian took the time to leave.
She went to pick up Rick and Xixi, then took Ah-Jin to GK’s private shop.
The little girl was overjoyed when the custom-made evening gown was taken out.
“Auntie Mian… thank you, the dress is so beautiful…”
Ah Jin wasn’t young anymore. She was born in the same year as Qin Guoguo and was only a few days apart.
Therefore, since Qin Guogyo was fourteen years old that year, Ah Jin was also fourteen.
Apparently, she played the violin especially well. Her dream was to be a world-famous musician and hold a grand concert in Vienna.
Over the years, Rick had changed a lot to help her realize her dreams.
Almost all of his subordinates’ businesses had been cleared up and became legal. He opened a company in the United States and even collaborated with Qin Chu.
This time, the family of three had just returned from their vacation in Fiji. They did not even return home before flying over.
Aside from Rick, Xixi, and Ah Jin’s family, Huo Mian also saw an old friend.
Nie Lingxuan…
Because her memories of Su Yu had been erased, she couldn’t remember much about Nie Lingxuan.
She only vaguely knew that she used to be a big star. Later, she migrated to Canada and found a Chinese husband. Then, she gave birth to two boys.
Nie Lingxuan didn’t come back to attend the twins’ coming-of-age ceremony, but to visit her relatives with Xixi.
Therefore, the two agreed to arrive at the local airport one after the other. Huo Mian went to pick them up, so they arrived together.
Huo Mian watched as Rick wiped the ice cream off her daughter’s mouth with a handkerchief from time to time, and her heart warmed.
Who would have thought that such a man would become a slave to his daughter?
“Rick, if you like kids so much, why don’t you have another one with Xixi?” Huo Mian teased.
Upon hearing this, Xixi blushed and smiled at Rick. “Tell her.”
Rick’s ice-cold face was the same as Qin Chu’s.
He elegantly put away the white handkerchief and reached out to stroke his daughter’s hair. After a few seconds, he said gently, “Xixi’s health hasn’t been good ever since she gave birth to Ah Jin. I don’t want her to risk her life anymore. As for the children, it depends on fate. We’re already satisfied with Ah Jin.”
