Before meeting the two mothers, she thought that since she didn't have any feelings for the two elders, she could just swindle some start-up capital, find some interesting things to do, and not have to take responsibility or pursue anything, but just experience some different lives.
But things are different now.
The moment Luan Yenan saw Luan Xing, she knew that she was bound to this family and that she was going to become a part of it.
If I remember correctly, the outline in my mind states that the Luan family reappeared in the middle to late stages of their lives.
The female lead's strength has grown.
During this period, the Luan family encountered some unexpected events, weakened, and went from a behemoth to a precarious and unsustainable force.
Ultimately, out of gratitude for the kindness shown to her by her two elders, the female protagonist took the initiative to acquire "Frontend" at a high price.
However, the money from the acquisition and the core technology were taken abroad by the original owner's grandfather, which triggered the later plot where the female protagonist confronted a major international company.
The outline made no further mention of the two elders.
But this ending is not perfect for the two mothers.
The limited information in the outline did not explain who caused the Luan family's future decline, or what major event led to it.
The decline of a large company has many causes, including some irreversible historical factors. However, if a company has sufficient strength to acquire "front-end" companies and the ability to alter their development, it can circumvent these factors.
This time, she will not stand idly by and watch her mother suffer. She will personally ensure her mother lives a happy and carefree life, enjoying her later years in peace.
Boom—
The rain outside was getting heavier and heavier, with lightning and thunder.
The lightning flashed, causing the indoor light to flicker due to the momentary voltage instability.
Against the backdrop of lightning, Luan Muyin saw Luan Yenan's figure become blurry, but his eyes remained bright, holding something she couldn't understand.
It's like some kind of firm belief.
"Why."
That's why she had the idea of giving the child another chance.
"If you really want to get a large amount of money from me to invest, that's fine too. But we have to agree on three rules."
“Please speak.” Luan Yennan was not surprised that this soft-hearted Alpha mother would change her mind.
Luan Muyin immediately asked the servants to bring paper and pen, and prepared the contract on the spot.
"First of all, since you've decided to settle down, treat your wife well and don't get a divorce so easily. I'll still give Xuanxuan living expenses. It's okay if you're not filial to us, but now that you have a wife, you should at least treat her well!"
Luan Muyin, as an elderly mother, was also extremely worried.
She felt that it was a waste for such a good girl like Zuo Baixuan to be her own brat's wife, but she also secretly hoped that the two of them could support each other and walk together forever.
With a wonderful girl by her side, at least her future days won't be too miserable.
"Anan is very good to me. Anan and I will come to visit you often in the future, or you can come to our house for a visit." Zuo Baixuan appropriately showed her presence and took the initiative to hold hands with Luan Yenan in a gentle tone.
Looking at Luan Yenan, he took the initiative and became the host.
Luan Yenan knew that she was trying to set a time bomb, the idea that "your mothers might come to the house at any time."
Are you digging a hole, Little White Flower?
But she stared at Zuo Baixuan calmly for a few seconds, a smile in her eyes.
But are you sure you're not just making things difficult for yourself by saying "my mothers might come to my house at any time"?
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Chapter 17
Luan Yenan noticed that her client was secretly competing with her, but she wasn't angry. She gently grasped the slender hand, as if caressing it or playing with it.
The two of them, let alone having feelings for each other, have only just begun their working relationship.
But who could tell?
Looking at the affectionate atmosphere between the two, Luan Muyin felt that the first rule of their three-point agreement was superfluous.
Luan Xing, who was standing to the side, also smiled and said, "Then you two chat first, I'll go prepare dinner."
"Mommy, let me help you." Zuo Baixuan hurriedly stood up.
Luan Yenan was still holding the other person's hand, looking reluctant to part.
"It's the guest's first time here, why should I ask you to help? Dinner is all cooked by the family chef. I only went into the kitchen to cook one dish because I like to show off my skills. You can stay here and keep Ye Nan company," Luan Xing said, stopping him.
Zuo Baixuan thought to herself, "That's why I want to leave—because I don't want to stay with her!"
She turned to Luan Yenan: "Sweetie, let go of my hand. Mommy is already using the term 'guest,' if I don't go, we won't be able to be family anymore."
That mouth of hers really knows how to talk.
Luan Yenan couldn't help but smile and obediently let go of her hand.
Luan Xing then lovingly took Zuo Baixuan's hand and led her to the kitchen, proving that he considered her family.
After the two left, Luan Muyin and Luan Yenan turned around together, their faces beaming with smiles: "You brat, things really are different after marriage. Xuanxuan really has magic."
“You’re different. You used to be never home, but now you even bring your work home to do.” Luan Yennan casually agreed, merely relaying an entry the original owner had left in her diary.
Luan Muyin sensed a complaint in his words and choked with guilt.
But Luan Yenan didn't dwell on this matter and asked, "What about the last two of the three rules?"
Luan Muyin composed herself and wrote down two more requests on the paper.
The second requirement is that Luan Yenan find a stable job and cannot be idle.
Article 3 requires Luan Yenan to repay the remaining five million using his own earnings.
Because the previous owner had squandered all his savings and could not endure the hardship, he went to the bank to borrow money.
These banks all have cooperative relationships with the Luan family. Although they had heard rumors that the eldest daughter of the Luan family had fallen out with her family, they still approved the loans according to the procedures. However, Luan Muyin found out about it.
Luan Yenan couldn't help but sigh deeply after hearing this.
Not only did they fail to secure startup capital, they were also forced to work to pay off their debts.
Upon hearing Luan Yenan's sigh, Luan Muyin immediately adopted a serious expression: "If you can't even do these things, then don't even think about asking me for any start-up capital."
Just then, Zuo Baixuan brought out some fruit and noticed that Luan Muyin's request sounded a bit unreasonable.
She asked herself honestly, if she were to repay those five million, she didn't know how long it would take.
Can Luan Yenan, who is ignorant and incompetent, really do it?
Perhaps when I can't do it myself, I can offer some help.
Zuo Baixuan was uncertain, but it seemed she had seized the opportunity to increase her bets on the gambling table.
"Wash your hands and come eat." Luan Xing interrupted their conversation after finishing her work in the kitchen.
The four people quickly took their seats.
Luan Muyin served soup to Luan Xing: "My wife, you've worked hard."
Although Luan Xing was used to it, she was still a little embarrassed in front of the children.
Luan Yenan also served Zuo Baixuan a bowl.
"Thank you." Zuo Baixuan reached out to take the soup.
Luan Yenan grabbed her wrist and handed her the soup, saying, "It's hot."
Zuo Baixuan looked up at Luan Yenan.
Luan Yenan was in a really good mood tonight. The smile on her lips never stopped, and her features, which had been softened, only showed her good looks.
Even the fox's cunning disappeared, transforming into a gentle and considerate older sister, making Zuo Baixuan take a second look.
Luan Yenan's nose bridge and well-defined jawline are likely inherited from her Alpha mother.
But apart from that, she seems more similar to her Omega stepmother, with whom she has no blood relation.
For example, when she smiles, her eyes and brows convey gentleness and friendliness.
The composure he usually concealed, and the madness boiling in his blood beneath that composure, both vanished.
Zuo Baixuan stared at him for a long time until Luan Yenan picked up a piece of food for her, at which point she guiltily looked away.
The two mothers smiled as they watched their young wives and daughters-in-law living in perfect harmony, and they felt much more at ease.
Outside, the wind and rain raged, with lightning and thunder. But this did not affect the cozy time inside the house at all.
Zuo Baixuan hadn't felt this kind of family dinner together in a long time.
In contrast to the cold environment of his adoptive parents' home, they only knew how to cook according to their biological son's tastes.
This place truly deserves to be called a warm home.
She looked up and saw Luan Xing sitting opposite her.
The Omega mother was looking at her with a smile, her gentle expression evident even in the fine lines around her eyes.
Luan Xing did the same thing in the kitchen. Knowing she was nervous, he didn't ask her anything or even exchange casual pleasantries. He just asked her to get some fruit.
At this moment, the gentle Omega mother smiled and picked up a piece of fish for her: "Is it to your liking? If it's too salty or too bland, just tell me and I'll ask the kitchen to pay more attention next time."
This is the first time someone has asked me about my taste.
Zuo Baixuan always eats whatever is available and is not picky about food at all.
At first, it was common for my adoptive parents to give me a meal but not a meal, and sometimes I would go hungry.
Later, when I started earning money, I received better treatment at my adoptive parents' home, but I still followed their preference for strong-flavored foods.