Pampered by Short-Lived Bigshot

Chapter 1624: Chapter 948: Aging Gracefully? The Dawn of Revolutionary Camaraderie (19 Updates)

Regarding Tang Yunxian finding a partner, Tang Wan expressed support but was also curious about how the two hit it off. After dinner, she had an in-depth conversation with her father.

When she returned to her room, Jiang Jinsang was busy working on the computer.

"Where’s Mutang?"

"Sleeping with Grandpa. How was your chat with Dad?"

Tang Wan smiled helplessly. Considering the precedent of Zhang Liyun, while she didn’t want to think badly of everyone, she was also worried that the lady wasn’t with her father out of genuine affection.

Fearing future troubles, she couldn’t help but ask a few more questions.

"That lady isn’t originally from Pingjiang; she only came because her daughter got married here. She followed along and took over a family restaurant. Because my dad often dined alone there, always in a suit, coming and going alone, he seemed very lonely by appearance. That lady felt sorry for him and would give him extra dishes and occasionally chat with him."

"She probably didn’t even know my dad’s last name at first."

Being not originally from Pingjiang and not following financial news, it’s normal not to know Tang Yunxian.

Tang Wan laughed helplessly, "She might have thought he was a pitiful, lonely old man with no children."

"She probably pitied my dad at first."

...

Jiang Jinsang let out a low chuckle.

"How did they end up together later?"

"My dad didn’t say specifics, but when he talks about her, I feel he’s happy. And he brought it up proactively, so he must have it figured out." Tang Wan said.

"Before, he chose to remarry considering the care of you and Grandpa. You should trust his judgment; it shouldn’t be bad."

Tang Wan nodded, "I’m actually quite curious about what that lady looks like."

"Didn’t Dad say that when the time is right, he would introduce her to us? What’s the rush?"

"She might become part of our family in the future. I’m not just curious; I’m anxious. I’m dying for Dad to bring her home tomorrow. Aren’t you the least bit curious?"

Jiang Jinsang looked at her smilingly, "We’ll meet eventually. What’s there to be curious about?"

**

Tang Wan initially had nothing to do in Pingjiang, preoccupied with concerns about her father. If she wanted to inquire privately, she could find out the restaurant’s location. Otherwise, she would have sneakily checked it out.

Finally, she waited for Tang Yunxian to arrange a meeting.

They agreed on dinner. After a nap, Tang Wan started getting ready.

"It’s just dinner. Do you need hours to prepare?" Jiang Jinsang rarely saw Tang Wan this nervous. Even hosting an exhibition, she didn’t dress up this much.

"I’m a bit nervous."

"Didn’t you previously say you wanted to check her out for Dad? Why the sudden timidity?" Jiang Jinsang teased.

"Do you think I should wear the black one, the red one, or this purple one?"

Though Tang Wan was hard-mouthed before, when she really met the person, she was too polite.

The other was a nice and pretty woman, speaking and behaving elegantly, warm and approachable. Perhaps because it was the first meeting, she seemed a bit reserved at first.

With some people, first impressions are key, and Tang Wan found her nice on the first impression.

Only Jiang Xiaowai didn’t know her, and since Tang Wan and Jiang Jinsang hadn’t explained clearly to him, the little guy came up and greeted:

"Hello, Auntie!"

She looked young, around forty, well-maintained. Normally, calling her ’Auntie’ was fine, but the little guy immediately turned and called Tang Yunxian ’Grandpa,’ and the atmosphere became awkward.

"Not Auntie." Tang Wan coughed.

"Call her Sister?" Jiang Xiaowai looked at everyone’s expressions, feeling it wasn’t right. What should he call her?

Big eyes, full of question marks.

After getting to know her, Tang Wan liked her a lot, and even the old Tang was very satisfied.

When ordering, she was considerate of the elderly’s dental issues or cared for Jiang Xiaowai, paying attention to details.

The meal was enjoyable for everyone.

Tang Wan didn’t expect her to ask for a private meeting.

It’s not the first marriage for either party, so there must be concerns. She straightforwardly said she wasn’t after the Tang Family’s money; it didn’t matter if they registered the marriage. If so, they could prenup the finances.

"Auntie, I didn’t mean that..." Tang Wan didn’t expect her to be so direct.

"Maybe this seems abrupt, but don’t be shy to speak up. If we’re clear now, there will be fewer conflicts later if I’m really with your dad. Having reservations about me is normal; after all, we’re not familiar. That’s normal."

"I’ve heard about your family’s past events. It’d be stranger if you had no guard against me."

"If you have concerns, opinions, or thoughts about me, you can tell me."

...

Her directness surprised Tang Wan, yet also made her feel more assured.

Some might avoid discussing this topic, thinking the other is cautious of you.

Talking money, finances, can feel like the person only wants the family’s money, which is uncomfortable. But some issues can’t be avoided.

Her honesty increased Tang Wan’s fondness for her.

Tang Yunxian had always planned to leave the company to his grandson, and they discussed it. She jokingly asked:

"You have just one daughter and a grandson. Who else would you leave it to?"

...

After meeting this lady, Tang Wan felt quite relieved, but soon noticed her father changed.

Previously, if he came home late, he would say:

"The company was busy, I worked overtime."

Now he openly stated: "I went to see your Auntie."

The old master Tang kept shaking his head:

"No wonder these past months, he’s often working late."

"I thought he was working hard, and even had someone get a few free-range chickens to boost his health, but it was all a sham."

"He doesn’t need my care, leaving me, a lonely elder, at home all alone, without any reliance."

Tang Yunxian also seemed quite different.

He started caring more about appearance. Before, when Tang Wan bought him clothes, he always said it was unnecessary, wasteful. Now he even criticized the style as outdated, the color as dull.

Tang Wan wanted to tell him:

"Dad, you’re no spring chicken; you’re already an older man. Do you still plan to dress like a young guy? Are you planning to be an elderly charmer?"

Tang Yunxian’s state resembled that of a young man in love, always going out.

One weekend, when Tang Wan took Jiang Xiaowai grocery shopping and returned, she found her dad at home, unusual for a weekend when he typically went out.

"Didn’t go out with Auntie today?" Normally, when free, Tang Yunxian would go out.

"Her restaurant’s busier on weekends, and she said you were returning to Beijing, so she told me to stay home and spend time with you." Tang Yunxian was playing with Hua Mei using a bird stick.

Tang Wan noticed his begrudging look and merely hummed with a smile.

**

When Tang Wan’s family of three left Pingjiang, they had another meal with this lady.

Though a bit clumsily at first, Jiang Xiaowai now understood and greeted her as Grandma, to which she always replied that she got too much out of it, having gained a grandson without reason, and refused to let him call in vain.

She even asked Tang Yunxian to hand over a gift to him. Jiang Xiaowai, pleased with the gift, boasted to the old lady back in Pingjiang, saying it was from Grandma.

"Grandma?" The old lady looked at Tang Wan in surprise, "Is it your dad’s..."

Tang Wan nodded, briefly explaining.

"Your dad indeed needs someone. Being alone like that isn’t right; your family only has your dad and grandpa, just a couple of men. You indeed need a female presence."

...

Returning from Pingjiang coincided with the start of the school season.

Tang Wan was happy to finally send her son to kindergarten, and Jiang Xiaowai was excited too, as he could play with his uncle every day.

The nephew and uncle duo even bought matching backpacks and stationery. As autumn began and school started, Jiang Sese and the Huo family girl were also entering school. Parents instructed both to take care of their respective sisters, and the little men both pounded their chests and promised to fulfill their tasks.

Since they lived nearby, they attended the same kindergarten.

However, since they were in different classes, they couldn’t always be together.

They often visited during recess, and knowing they had two protectors, the boys in the same class dared not bully them.

Sometimes, when both families were late picking them up, the most common sight was the two boys playing on one side, with the two little girls sitting beside them, resting their chins in their palms...

Watching the backpacks for them!

The things the boys played with didn’t interest the girls, but keeping an eye on their backpacks always earned them some candies and snacks, so it wasn’t a loss.

...

Boys often don’t like playing with girls, thinking they can’t play together.

But later, something happened, and the four little ones shared hardship, fostering a revolutionary friendship and bringing them closer.