Back to the 70s: My Childhood Sweetheart Spoils Me Rotten-Chapter 786 - 788: Gong Ruwen Feels Something Wrong

Chapter 786: Chapter 788: Gong Ruwen Feels Something Wrong

Gong Tao was thrilled upon seeing his daughter’s silhouette, "Ni Zi."

"You’ve lost weight."

"When we get home, let your mom nourish you properly."

"I told you there’s nothing good to see in Yangcheng, but you insisted on going. Traveling in the summer is such a hassle."

That’s truly a father for you, with a knack for telling white lies.

Clearly, she had a great time in Yangcheng, eating and drinking well. If it weren’t for the significant amount of exercise she did every day, combined with controlling her diet on the way back, she would’ve appeared before her father looking like a ball.

Gong Ruini, ignoring the stench, leaned against Gong Tao, "Dad, I missed you."

"If you missed me, why did you travel so far?" Gong Tao felt relieved seeing his daughter back.

"Xiao Ming, Little Wan, did everything go smoothly?" Gong Tao noticed that apart from losing some weight, his daughter was fine—though she was a bit tanned. Once they’re home, he would make sure she doesn’t wander off again.

Cai Ming, knowing his brother-in-law only cared about his daughter and would chat with them afterwards, found it reasonable, "It went smoothly."

"That’s good, go take a shower and enjoy a hearty meal." Gong Tao noticed they all seemed worn out and deduced they must be exhausted.

"I want meat." Zhao Guangran was desperate after being deprived on the journey, "All we had on the road were vegetarian dishes—no, just fruits."

"You can still eat meat?" Cao Na certainly wasn’t craving meat, "I’ll just have some vegetables and enjoy a beautiful sleep."

What’s happening here? Gong Tao was confused, "Did you not get enough rest?"

"Couldn’t get a soft sleeper." Cai Ming felt exasperated, "Even connections didn’t help, too many wealthy people."

Oh, they had to sleep in hard sleepers! Gong Tao thought hard sleepers were fine, and at times when he’s rushing, he could even endure a few days in a hard seat, but his delicate daughter?

"There’s nothing we can do about it." Despite feeling reluctant, Gong Tao conceded, knowing they weren’t short on money, "There are plenty of wealthy people in Yangcheng."

"Indeed, I used to go there just to stock up, never truly learned about it. This time, I learned a lot." Cai Ming knew many in Yangcheng were wealthy, but the trip really surprised him.

"The speed at which they buy houses is like buying cabbage. Brother-in-law, they say we buy houses fast, but they haven’t seen the people in Yangcheng buying houses."

No way, Gong Tao thought they were very generous in their house buying, yet they seemed quite modest compared to others. 𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

"However, the rate at which housing prices in Yangcheng are rising is quite rapid." Cai Ming explained that Yangcheng people’s generosity was justified, "Many people are heading to Yangcheng for development now; it seems like quite a few college graduates are moving there."

Though college graduates were assigned jobs by the state, the quality of the units depended on individual luck. In the past, even if the unit wasn’t ideal, people had to endure.

But now, with Yangcheng, many are unwilling to put up with it.

Without Cai Ming mentioning this, Gong Zhuang wouldn’t have remembered, but upon mention, he thought of the family’s fourth child, "Gong Zheng didn’t report back to the original unit, saying he’s going to Yangcheng for a breakthrough."

We have no idea how this kid is doing; from the looks of it, probably not too well, otherwise he’d definitely show off.

Gong Zheng went to Yangcheng to develop? But that fits his personality. At the original unit, with the Wu Family there, how could they allow him to climb up, they definitely wouldn’t give Gong Zheng the chance to get back at the Wu Family.

The Wu Family’s suppression left no room for Gong Zheng to develop, how could he endure it, he’d surely think of a way and going to Yangcheng was normal.

"Going to Yangcheng is good, earning money is better than scheming at home." Gong Tao acknowledged Gong Zheng was quite clever with a sweet tongue, but truly spoiled by Zhang Lan, only fixating on that one slice of land.

Sometimes stepping out helps one see how vast the outer world is, avoiding petty schemes.

Gong Zhuang held mixed feelings about his second brother’s evaluation. His second brother wouldn’t scheme over the family estate whether he’s rich or poor, but Gong Zheng definitely wouldn’t give up the family estate whether he has money or not.

Regardless of how Gong Zheng plans to act, at least there is one point, Gong Zhuang can view with amusement, "Our supposed eldest son and eldest grandson have the least ambition, truly aligning with our parents’ wishes, staying home to inherit the estate."

These words were rather sharp; Gong Ruini giggled, as if there wasn’t much to inherit from the Gong family, merely a house.

"Just a house won’t make him rich even if he gets it all." Gong Tao called a few tricycles, placed the luggage on them, and rode back home.

Gong Ruini knew the family wasn’t incapable of buying a car; they just thought it was too flashy, but sitting on a tricycle was truly scorching.

Watching his daughter constantly wiping sweat, Gong Tao’s mind started wavering; previously, when Cai Ming suggested it, he thought it shouldn’t be too flashy or eye-catching.

Thinking about it now, the Wei Family’s constant targeting made him realize that regardless of how low-key they were, they wouldn’t relent. Thus, it made sense to be high-profile, allowing his daughter a comfortable ride.

An occasional important client could be better hosted with a car, showcasing strength.

Cai Ming wasn’t aware his brother-in-law was swayed towards buying a car, only seeing his wife sitting on a tricycle yet still appearing lovely.

However, he couldn’t let her endure this anymore; all his hard work and suffering was aimed at giving his family a better life.

Cai Ming was determined to discuss this with Brother Zhao and his brother-in-law, no matter their reasons, they must buy a car.

Gong Ruini, feeling drowsy on the shaky tricycle, yawned and said, "I’m leaning on you."

She couldn’t hold on any longer; if she stayed awake, she wouldn’t make it till home. As for who’s beside her, Gong Ruini didn’t care; whether brother or dad, she trusted they’d care for her.

Zhao Xuran was about to ask if Gong Ruini was tired, when he felt a weight on his shoulder, realizing this girl was indeed exhausted.

Carefully adjusting his posture, he allowed Gong Ruini’s head to rest on his thigh, maneuvering smoothly while being gentle.

Gong Ruwen thought the voice was directed at him, but after waiting for a while without a response, he noticed Zhao Xuran’s actions.

"Let me," Gong Ruwen felt it inappropriate for his sister to rest her head on Zhao Xuran’s thigh.

Zhao Xuran made a quiet motion, "It’s fine, by the way, I did some calculations. What do you think?" He handed the notes to Gong Ruwen impulsively.

Though curious why Zhao Xuran chose to calculate on the road, Gong Ruwen wasn’t in a rush and accepted the notes, not at all noticing Zhao Xuran’s intention to divert his attention.