Chapter 156: Qiao Jie Comes to the Company

Sun Dajun's proposal was basically successful.

We were all happily drinking; only Niu Ju felt a bit down, sighing as he drank.

Ya Li and Sun Dajun held hands,

singing the song 'Knowing Heart Lover'.

Originally Niu Ju wanted to invite Ya Li to sing a song with him, but his position didn't allow it.

Everyone kept drinking until late at night before dispersing.

I also drank a lot of alcohol,

I was also happy; what made me happy was that Sun Dajun dared to propose to Ya Li, showing his maturity had increased a bit.

Although there is an age gap between them, it seems they truly love each other.

This is more important than anything.

After all, Sun Dajun is my adopted son,

I can bless him from the heart,

I wish him to find a life partner; I hope he can be happy for life,

This is the most sincere blessing a father can give.

After Shi Yong and I returned to the company,

Shi Yong didn't drink too much,

Shi Yong nagged at me,

"Brother, Dajun's brain must have been kicked by a donkey—you say Ya Li is older than him, and who knows how many men she's slept with, yet she acts so innocent; what's there to love about her? Anyway, I don't approve of Dajun's proposal."

Upon hearing that, I got a bit angry,

"Alright, shut your mouth. You have nothing else to do all day. Besides sleeping, what else can your brain do?"

"You don't approve, so why didn't you say so then? What do you mean by saying it now?"

"Brother, I'm really sorry, I forgot—from now on Ya Li will be your future daughter-in-law. My status has changed."

"Look at me, I just like to spout nonsense with my foul mouth."

"Back then, you were Dajun's father and had no objections; my opinion counts for nothing."

However, I saw that Niu Ju was clearly unhappy.

"Could it be that he doesn't want Dajun to propose to Ya Li? There must be something going on."

Shi Yong said while smoking,

Naturally, I understood what Shi Yong meant.

I could also see Niu Ju's demeanor, but I just couldn't say anything about it.

As for this kid Dajun, I always feel he lacks delicacy in emotions; he acts on his temperament for everything.

I only hope this time it's just another impulse.

I don't want to think about this anymore; let them love however they want.

I'm a bit tired, so I told Shi Yong: 'Don't talk, I'm tired, let's sleep.'

Shi Yong nodded,

and said to me: 'Alright, I'll sleep after I finish this cigarette.'

After saying that, Shi Yong took a puff, then his head tilted and snoring started.

I saw he still had a cigarette pinched between his fingers.

Shi Yong really has good sleep quality—he can fall asleep as soon as he finishes saying that.

Living like Shi Yong—being able to drink, eat, and sleep—is happiness.

It seems nothing weighs on his mind,

no matter how big the matter, it's not a worry.

I really envy him a bit.

So I got up from the bed,

I stubbed out the cigarette in Shi Yong's hand, then covered him with a towel.

Then I lay in bed and started to let my mind wander.

I also recalled Ya Li back when she worked in the demolition department—she was so youthful and pure.

When Qiao Jie brought Dajun and Zhengzheng to the city to see me, she saw Ya Li still angry at me and suspected Ya Li and I were on good terms.

In a flash, almost twenty years have passed; back then Dajun was... he doesn't remember Ya Li, who worked with me?

Does he not know about Ya Li's past acquaintance with me?

Thinking and thinking, I also fell asleep.

The next morning, Sun Dajun called me,

"Dad, I came to Mr. Ji's place in Zaocheng today to check the opening date; he said the 22nd of this month is an auspicious day, very suitable for the new building's opening. How about we set the date for September 22?"

I thought about it; there are still more than ten days until the 22nd, which is enough time for us to plan the sales event.

"Alright, let's set it for the 22nd. I'll immediately let Xiao Fang at the TV station know so she can invite celebrities."

"Dad, I also want to bring Ya Li today to meet my mother; are you free to have lunch together at noon?"

"Dajun, I won't get involved in this; once the opening date is set, I still have a lot to handle here. I need to go to the construction site to check—how is Uncle Jinhe doing now?"

"You guys go ahead and eat together."

"After eating, come to the company; we'll meet and discuss the new building's opening."

"Okay, Dad, I got it. This afternoon Ya Li and I will return to the company together."

Sun Dajun hung up the phone,

I held the phone and didn't put it down,

He actually took Ya Li to see Qiao Jie,

If I went along, what would it be like? I can't imagine.

Qiao Jie also knows Ya Li,

When she learns that Ya Li and her precious son are going to marry, what will Qiao Jie think.

Damn, this matter is a bit messy. Just as Shi Yong said, it's really fucking stimulating.

I cursed in my heart.

Forget it, don't think about these messed-up things.

I called and had Shi Yong come in,

I said to Shi Yong: "Shi Yong, you and Zhengzheng, go together to the TV station to find Xiao Fang; the opening date for our new building is set for September 22,"

You and she together, handle our event's requirements, make sure the stars she invited are all confirmed. Don't flake out at the time."

Shi Yong acknowledged and left.

I originally wanted to go to the construction site to have a look.

But I got a headache.

Maybe because I drank too much yesterday, this mix of baijiu and beer easily gives me a headache.

I was resting alone in the office,

At noon I ate a simple meal in the cafeteria, then wanted to sleep a while in the dark room.

In the afternoon I'll go to the construction site to have a look.

I had just lain down on the bed and fallen asleep when I heard a violent pounding on the office door.

I had no choice but to come out of the dark room,

then dragged my leg to open the door,

After opening the door,

I found it was Qiao Jie,

Qiao Jie's face was full of anger at that moment.

That look made it seem like she wanted to eat me alive.

I looked at Qiao Jie,

I asked: "Qiao Jie, what's wrong? You're not at home having dinner with Sun Dajun, why did you come running to my place?"

"Zhaoerhai, you've brought this calamity upon yourself." Qiao Jie said, then burst into tears.

Seeing Qiao Jie cry, I knew that Sun Dajun taking Ya Li to see Qiao Jie must have ended badly.

I said to Qiao Jie: "All right, stop crying. Just tell me what's going on. What exactly happened?"

After saying that, I pulled Qiao Jie into the office and then closed the door.

"I ask you, do you know about Sun Dajun being with that woman?" Qiao Jie asked.

"I know, what's wrong? Isn't it good?" I took out a cigarette from the desk.

"What, that's called good? You use up a woman, then toss her to your son, and he holds her like a treasure—are you even human?" Qiao Jie cried.

Hearing Qiao Jie say that, I instantly flew into a rage,

"Stop talking nonsense, there's nothing between us. It's your son who likes Ya Li; he proposed to her last night. If you have any questions, ask your son."

"Hmph, there's nothing between you two—no one would believe it. Back then, this woman privately approached me, asking me to let you be with her.

"It's shameless—back then she competed with me for a man, now she's competing for my son. There's no justice." Qiao Jie again shouted loudly.

This Qiao Jie, whenever something happens, she loves to shout and make a fuss.

Truly the standard behavior of a country old lady.

Qiao Jie said Ya Li had approached her back then,

Is that true? I'm doubtful—back then Ya Li wrote me a love letter, but I tore it up.

Nothing ever developed between us.