[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-reborn-instead-of-chasing-the-school-beauty-i-ch":3,"chapter-reborn-instead-of-chasing-the-school-beauty-i-ch-reborn-instead-of-chasing-the-school-beauty-i-ch-chapter-1463":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Reborn: Instead of Chasing the School Beauty, I Chased Her Mother",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1471962,1918,"Chapter 1463 - 431: The Harmony of Zheng and Wu (Part 2)","reborn-instead-of-chasing-the-school-beauty-i-ch-chapter-1463",1463,"\u003Cp>Setting aside the special relationship with Li Zhiyan, Yu Hongmei knew that there was also a mentor-mentee bond between them, and their friendship was indeed very deep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It's quite normal to miss this younger one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aunt Yu, when will you be back? I want to eat the food you make.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Auntie might not have time recently. Actually, I really want to cook for you too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhiyan knew that Yu Hongmei wasn't making excuses; it was genuinely the case.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, given Yu Hongmei's status, it was entirely normal for her work to be quite burdensome at times.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, Aunt Yu, I understand. Then could you possibly get me a pass to your office?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xiao Yan, why do you want a pass to Auntie's office?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I thought I could drop by your office when you're free to chat with you, if that's alright.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhiyan softly said, making Yu Hongmei feel very conflicted, as passes to her office were not given out lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after considering their relationship, Yu Hongmei agreed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay, Auntie understands.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry about it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Auntie will have someone contact you about this soon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Yu Hongmei agreed, Li Zhiyan breathed a sigh of relief, which made the task much simpler.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, I have to properly take care of this beast Zhou Tianhua.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ever since Yu Yunfei betrayed Aunt Gu and let Zhou Tianhua target Aunt Gu, this beast has caused me endless trouble, and Li Zhiyan truly resented Zhou Tianhua.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He desperately wanted to give Zhou Tianhua a good lesson.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time was a perfect opportunity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he definitely wouldn't dare to make a big deal out of this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But, Aunt Yu, I really miss you, and I want to eat your cooking and even feed you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you like Auntie's cooking that much?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, Aunt Yu, even though you don't cook that often, your cooking is truly delicious. I love those flavors. Next time I see you, I'm going to give you a big hug.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You sweet talker, you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lately, the work pressure has indeed been high; after all, attracting investment isn't easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though Li Zhiyan helped her a lot, if we want to make further progress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The current situation is still insufficient.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhiyan spoke words of longing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Making Yu Hongmei's heart feel warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Auntie knows, I'll get the pass for you immediately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hanging up, Li Zhiyan set off to find Zheng Yiyun's western restaurant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, Zheng Yiyun's restaurant is usually packed in the evenings, but lunch is more convenient, especially in this hot weather, when it's not suitable to be outside during the day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, he was surprised when he got a call in under five minutes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hello, Mr. Li, where are you? I'll bring the pass to you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That was quick.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When Ms. Yu gives orders, we small fry act quickly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Twenty minutes later, Li Zhiyan received the pass to Yu Hongmei's office, allowing him access everywhere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After placing the pass in the glove compartment,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhiyan drove straight to Zheng Yiyun's western restaurant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arriving at the restaurant's entrance, after parking, he saw through the office window that Zheng Yiyun and Wu Qingxian were chatting leisurely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both had a glass of fresh juice in their hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aunt Wu, Aunt Zheng.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After greeting them, both immediately noticed Li Zhiyan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xiao Yan, come on up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm coming up now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling a little hungry, Li Zhiyan bought some snacks from a roadside convenience store.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as he entered the restaurant, the staff recognized him well, knowing he was an important younger one to Boss Zheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many speculated if Li Zhiyan was her illegitimate child, as otherwise, she wouldn't treat him so well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reaching Zheng Yiyun's office upstairs, Li Zhiyan joined them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Wu Qingxian's pregnant belly, a sense of fulfillment washed over Li Zhiyan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aunt Wu, Aunt Zheng, you two have such a great relationship now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, after all, we were old classmates, and now with this connection, how can it not be good?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their every move showed perfect harmony.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This sort of harmony, Li Zhiyan had seen with Jiang Xian and Fang Zhiya.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He needed to visit the two of them soon, as they were in the later phases and needed his care the most.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aunt Wu, let's sit on the sofa. I want to listen to the baby's sounds.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pulling Wu Qingxian to the sofa, Li Zhiyan placed his ear on her qipao-covered belly, quietly listening to his daughter's sounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But at this stage of Wu Qingxian's pregnancy, the baby was relatively quiet, mostly sleeping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Qingxian gently stroked Li Zhiyan's head, her eyes filled with affection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This incredibly warm scene left Zheng Yiyun watching enviously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When will my own dreams be realized?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seems more effort is needed to achieve one's life goals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Afterward, Li Zhiyan stood up and took out the snacks he got at the supermarket earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Handing them over, he said, \"Aunt Wu, Aunt Zheng, have some together.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Have a snack before the meal to boost nutrition.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Qingxian acknowledged, and Zheng Yiyun approached to join her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After finishing the snacks,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yiyun called a server in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qingxian, Xiao Yan, let's place our orders. We'll head to a private room for dinner later.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although they had snacks, meals are important for sustaining energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After placing their orders, the three headed to the private room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room was lavishly decorated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three sat down on the sofa, waiting quietly for their food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aunt Zheng, in the afternoon we should discuss the project details thoroughly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'll invest in you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Previously, Li Zhiyan and Zheng Yiyun decided on a joint venture to start a new company.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today we also need a good discussion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You must invest not only in Aunt Zheng but also in Aunt Qingxian.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, Aunt Zheng, don't worry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, a series of delicious western dishes were brought out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While they ate and chatted,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yiyun asked, \"Xiao Yan, Rongrong seems down lately. Is everything okay with her?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Currently, Zheng Yiyun and Zhou Rongrong have a really good relationship too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So naturally, she'd be concerned about Zhou Rongrong's matters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Qingxian also looked intently at Li Zhiyan, eager to know about Zhou Rongrong's situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here's the thing, my mom's late husband,\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Or rather, Li Shanhai, returned.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, both Wu Qingxian and Zheng Yiyun were stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They never thought that Li Shanhai wasn't dead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back then, Li Shanhai was a prominent figure, a true heartthrob, with most girls harboring secret crushes on him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When news of Li Shanhai's death spread, many felt profoundly regretful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But who would've expected Li Shanhai wasn't dead, and he's alive and well!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This news truly feels like a dream!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Li Shanhai isn't dead? How is that possible?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yiyun found it hard to believe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Qingxian also followed up, \"Isn't it impossible? When news came that Li Shanhai passed in Yancheng,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rongrong was almost gone with him, I had to console her, reminding her of you needing to be raised.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Later, she would hold you every day, feeling depressed and sorrowful.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thankfully, you were so lovable, gradually guiding Rongrong out of despair.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1186,"2026-06-06T03:01:38.492Z",1,"novelbin.me","aa075a7c1d9bf64646c0b8b76eb23f8eb4ea164dd0ce5b0f87583eac39024819","reborn-instead-of-chasing-the-school-beauty-i-ch-chapter-1464","reborn-instead-of-chasing-the-school-beauty-i-ch-chapter-1462",1617,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Freborn-instead-of-chasing-the-school-beauty-i-ch-cover.jpg"]