Chapter 19 Shao Bai Returns
Sun Yan took Chen Ruogu's words as her golden rule, and whatever she said was absolutely correct.

After this incident, Sun Yan finally understood everything. She wiped her eyes and said firmly:

"I breastfed my baby until he was eight months old and then I stopped breastfeeding. I wanted to go out and find a job. I didn't ask for a lot of money, as long as I could support myself.

I let my mother-in-law take care of Xiaobao at home during the day, and I take care of him myself at night. No matter whether my strong power is useful or not, I have to leave myself a way out. "

Chen Ruogu's eyes showed admiration. A woman can only walk smoothly if she has a clear mind.

"Your idea is very good. Work is the main thing. You will feel more at ease if you rely on yourself. Don't think too much. Go practice driving first."

Sun Yan nodded slightly. With a clear goal in mind, she would not be confused. She would not waste time on random thoughts anymore.

Chi Zhengzheng didn't know what happened to Sun Yan. Chen Ruogu never gossiped, and would never talk about other people's privacy even when they were together in private.

Although Chi Zhengzheng could feel the changes in Sun Yan, he didn't know the reason. She has always been open-minded, and since they were just ordinary friends they met by chance, she didn't worry too much about it.

Chen Ruogu went to the driving school on time every day to practice driving. She was smart, studious and hardworking, and she passed the second subject smoothly.

Chi Zhengzheng was always accompanied by Chen Ruogu every time she practiced driving, and often asked Chen Ruogu to give her special lessons. All of them had scheduled the test on the same day, but Sun Yan failed. It was a pity that she could not study the third subject with the two of them.

In order to get her driver's license as soon as possible, Chen Ruogu would go to practice driving every time. Since the third subject required a road test at a designated location, it meant she had to go farther to practice driving.

He Hui simply became a full-time driver, diligently picking up and dropping off children every day, and Huai Xi would also accompany him when she was free.

Finally, in mid-August, Chen Ruogu successfully obtained her driver's license. After Yu Yuan learned the news, although he could not rush back to celebrate for her, he bought her a new car.

Yu Yuan is willing to spend money on his wife and can afford any car no matter how expensive it is. However, Chen Ruogu is unwilling to buy one. She doesn't want to become famous in this small town because of a car. It would be better for her to buy a car worth more than 200,000 yuan and feel at ease.

Yu Yuan originally refused, but Chen Ruogu told him directly that if he bought a luxury car, it should be parked in the garage and collected dust, because she would not drive it anyway.

Yu Yuan had no choice but to obey her wishes and bought an ordinary car worth just over 200,000 yuan. With the new car, traveling was indeed much more convenient.

The old house was finally completed after several months of renovation. The three bedrooms and two living rooms upstairs are decorated in a light luxury wooden style and are the space for mother and daughter.

The Jishidiang downstairs is designed entirely in accordance with Chinese aesthetics and is decorated in an antique style.

The front room is used as a clinic. In addition to rows of medicine cabinets, there are also three wards with different functions.

In addition to the kitchen and warehouse for medicinal materials, there is also a large bedroom in the backyard.

Chen Ruogu took the time to tidy up. She had nothing to do in the afternoon and had to pick up Huaixi from get out of class later, so she simply drove over first. He Hui accompanied her and sat in the passenger seat to give her courage.

She drove the car from the south to the east of the city steadily all the way, not like a novice at all. Even He Hui couldn't help but praise her.

After Chen Ruogu arrived at Jishidiang, it took him a long time to park the car. It is indeed easier to drive than to park the car.

He Hui did not step forward to help, but let her slowly find the feeling and get used to it once she got the hang of it.

He is a very professional worker.

There was a lot of turmoil in the company some time ago, but he was not affected while staying in Wanling.

He Hui has a clear position on himself, he is here to work for Yu Yuan, and he will not be unemployed as long as Yu Yuan's house does not collapse.

He is now staying with the boss lady and can report any situation directly to Yu Yuan. This is the treatment only given to confidants.

He was originally a fan of Yu Yuan and joined the company because of him.

Although I was somewhat disappointed when I first learned that he was secretly married and had a daughter, it was not so difficult to accept after I knew that the object was the boss's wife.

When he turned his head to look at Chen Ruogu, she was carefully wiping the counter with a rag.

The boss lady is very patient in everything she does. Her temper is as gentle as spring rain, making people feel friendly. She always speaks softly when dealing with people, making people happy to be close to her and feel very relaxed.

After Chen Ruogu wiped the dead corners, he picked up the towel and took a look. There was only a thin layer of dust on it, which showed that the previous cleaning work had been done carefully.

Seeing He Hui staring blankly, she asked tentatively:

"Xiao He, I heard that you graduated with a degree in finance. Are you willing to stay at Jishiditang and help me?"

He Hui looked surprised and said, "I stay in Jishiditang? I'm not a Chinese medicine doctor, and I can't treat patients or prescribe medicine. What can I do if I stay?"

Seeing that he did not refuse directly, Chen Ruogu knew there was still room for negotiation, so she said seriously:
“There are so many things you can do, including finance, purchasing, and managing the clinic’s chores.

You also know that I haven’t worked for more than ten years since I graduated. I’m not good at many things and need help from someone I trust.”

Her tone was serious, not a joke. He Hui frowned slightly and said in a businesslike manner: "Where will my salary come from? Will you buy five insurances and one fund for me?"

Chen Ruogu really didn't think about it that carefully. She said calmly:
"I have to discuss this with Brother Yuan and see what he says. It's ok to pay the salary directly from the company, and I can give an additional bonus."

He Hui quickly calculated in his mind that when he worked in the clinic, there would be less intrigue and deception, and he didn't have to listen to Han Shuo's sarcastic words. He was free and relaxed.

Anyway, the boss's wife and the boss are one family, so it doesn't matter who you work for, he said cheerfully:
"Sister-in-law, just discuss it with Brother Yuan. I have no objection. Brother Yuan is busy at ordinary times, and no one dares to make bad plans when there are men running around in the clinic. Can I live in the bedroom next to the big kitchen when I come to work?"

Chen Ruogu smiled brilliantly and said without hesitation:

"Of course that's no problem. We'll even hire a nanny to cook for everyone in the big kitchen."

He Hui agreed very much. He didn't know how to cook and didn't want to go out for boxed lunches every day.

"Then we need to find a nurse to help, so that you can have an easier time."

Chen Ruogu nodded and said gently:
"I already have a candidate for a nurse. She's a very lovely girl. She has good character and I believe she will get along well with us. Now all we have to do is find a nanny who can cook."

He Hui patted his chest and said, "Leave it to me. I'll go to the housekeeping company tomorrow and I'll find the right person."

Chen Ruogu believed in him and felt at ease leaving the matter to him. She then talked about another matter.

"I plan to open the store at the end of the month, but I haven't decided on a source for the medicinal materials yet. I need you to screen them out. I'll consider which one to choose after I've seen the quality."

He Hui never hesitates when doing things. He said seriously:
"Don't worry, sister-in-law. I'll first ask someone who knows the business for information, and then select a few to show you. We must choose the best medicinal materials."

Chen Ruogu agreed with this statement. Neither the original body nor she had much experience. Her excellent performance in everything made people suspicious. After discussing important matters, Chen Ruogu asked He Hui to leave first. She went upstairs alone to see that the newly bought furniture and appliances had been put in place. This place was completely different from what she remembered.

The property certificate of this house only has her name on it, and it has nothing to do with Yu Yuan. From now on, this will be her and Huai Xi's home. She feels at ease with this house.

She will go to pick up Huaixi later, and in the evening, the mother and daughter will go shopping in the mall and choose their favorite household items together.

Seeing that it was still early, Chen Ruogu wiped the kitchen and bedroom again. When he estimated that it was time, he locked the door and went to Teacher Gao's house.

The neighborhood where Teacher Gao lives is old and there aren't many parking spaces. Since it's relatively close, it's more convenient for her to just walk there.

When I passed by a stall selling watermelons, I saw the watermelons being cut on the chopping board. The flesh was bright red and juicy. When I got closer, I could smell the rich sweet aroma. It was really delicious.

Chen Ruogu squatted down and asked the stall owner to help her choose one. Teacher Gao lived alone and the watermelon was too big to finish, so she only chose a medium-sized one.

Although she looked frail, she was quite strong due to her practice of health preservation techniques.

The watermelon was not heavy to carry, but the weather was hot, and by the time she arrived at Teacher Gao's house, her clothes on the back were soaked with sweat.

She knocked on the door and heard footsteps inside, then the door opened.

Chen Ruogu looked up and saw Shao Bai wearing an off-white short-sleeved shirt with a slightly open collar, standing there straight.

His delicate facial features were like a sculpture, his eyebrows were sharp, his eyes were bright, he looked majestic, and a faint smile was always on the corner of his mouth.

Chen Ruogu didn't recognize him at first glance. He looked so different from the young man in his memory. Shao Bai was the first to speak: "Why, you don't recognize me after more than ten years?"

Chen Ruogu was not stupid. No matter how much his appearance and temperament had changed, the only person who could appear in Teacher Gao's house was her son. Chen Ruogu raised the corners of his mouth and smiled lightly, "Brother Shao Bai, long time no see!"

Shao Bai naturally took the watermelon from her hand and said in a low and magnetic voice: "It's so hot, don't you feel tired carrying such a heavy watermelon?"

He first put the watermelon on the ground, then turned around and poured her some boiled water. Chen Ruogu took it, thanked her, and drank it all in one gulp before explaining:

"I bought the watermelon on the way here. I didn't carry it for too long. Has Mr. Gao finished class yet?"

When she said this, she deliberately lowered her voice and stretched her head to look towards the study. Shao Bai found her inexplicably cute and the smile on his face became even bigger.

"The get out of class was over, but your daughter found a different way of thinking and went in to discuss deeper issues with my mother."

Chen Ruogu looked proud when she heard this. She sighed softly:
"Huaixi is studious. If she doesn't get the problem clear, she will be unable to sleep or eat. Sorry, did I delay your meal?"

Shao Bai glanced at her and said calmly, "Don't be so formal with us. It's a good thing for a child to be studious. The little girl is a bit like you in terms of intelligence, which is good."

Chen Ruogu smiled and said, "My daughter is good in every way."

She didn't like talking too much about her daughter with other men, so she changed the subject:

"Teacher Gao told me that you settled abroad, why did you come back suddenly?"

The two stood opposite each other, Shao Bai's expression did not change, and he said with a smile: "Do we have to stand and talk? Let's sit down first."

Chen Ruogu did not refuse. She walked to the sofa and sat down, and Shao Bai sat next to her.

"I didn't plan to come back. I told you the reason before...but my mother is old. If something unexpected happens to her...I'm afraid I'll regret it in the future."

He smiled sadly and lowered his head. Chen Ruogu didn't know how to comfort him. The conflict between mother and son had been going on for a long time, and no one dared to say much.

After a while, she said calmly: "Since you are back, don't think too much. There is no need to trap yourself in a dead end. Are you coming back to stay temporarily or..."

Shao Bai said calmly, "I won't leave after I come back. I will start working at Wanling University in September. The school gave me a resettlement allowance. I bought a fully furnished apartment in a newly developed property nearby. It's not far from my mother, so I can take care of her and have my own space."

Chen Ruogu nodded, this was a good idea.

"What a coincidence. We haven't seen each other for more than ten years. I'm back and you're back too..."

Shao Bai looked mysterious, "This shows that there is a destiny between us..."

As soon as he finished speaking, the study door opened. Yu Huaixi had an unsatisfied look on his face. Teacher Gao looked up and saw them, and asked in a friendly manner, "What are you two talking about?"

Chen Ruogu smiled faintly and said, "We were just talking about Brother Shao Bai returning to China to work."

Teacher Gao had a smile on her face. She was happier than anyone else that her son had returned.

"Shao Bai is going to work at Wanling University. He graduated from a prestigious foreign university and is an industry elite. It would be a waste of his talent for him to teach at a university. But he is close to home and can take care of me. At least he still has some conscience."

Shao Bai was used to Teacher Gao's tone of voice and didn't find it strange. However, Huai Xi looked at him a few more times.

Chen Ruogu followed her words and said, "Shao Bai came back mainly to take care of you. He is the most filial son. Wanling University is not bad either. It's great that you two live in the same city."

Teacher Gao thought the same thing, but she was unwilling to say a good word. She said sarcastically:
"If he was really filial, he wouldn't have left without my consent and married a foreign wife. After several years of marriage, he didn't even have a grandchild. It's good that they're divorced now. After he officially starts working, he can find a local girl to marry. He's not young anymore and should have had children a long time ago..."

Seeing that she was still planning to continue, Chen Ruogu quickly spoke:

"Teacher Gao, it's getting late. I have to take Huaixi home to cook. She didn't eat much for breakfast, so she must be hungry now."

Teacher Gao hurriedly said, "It's already time for dinner, why are you leaving? Shao Bai has already prepared the food, why don't you stay and eat together."

Shao Bai agreed, "I made two extra dishes. If you don't stay for dinner, you won't be able to finish them."

Chen Ruogu looked at Yu Huaixi with some embarrassment, wanting to ask for her opinion. Yu Huaixi said calmly:

"Thank you, Mr. Gao, and thank you, Uncle Shao. My mother and I will stay and have a free meal."

Shao Bai actually liked the girl's informality. He chuckled and said:

"I'm a pretty good cook. I honed my skills abroad. You guys should eat more later."

Yu Huaixi didn't stay for the two bites of food. She had a feeling that there was something wrong with the way Shao Bai looked at her mother, and she wanted to find out what his intentions were.

No matter how bad Yu Yuan is, he is still her father by blood. If others want to poach him, it depends on whether she agrees.

(End of this chapter)