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Chapter 493 Visiting the Stepfather
Since Sheng Jiu called to ask, she was planning to go and take a look.

Because Sheng Jiu didn't live with her mother, she could only be considered a familiar stranger to Uncle Liang, her stepfather.

As for feelings, there's definitely not much of that.

Moreover, considering Sheng Jiu's status as a girl, Uncle Liang also wanted to avoid any appearance of impropriety.

In addition, they didn't spend much time together, so their feelings for each other were lukewarm, and most of the time it was just politeness.

Like relatives who have some connection but are not close.

Sheng Jiu was actually quite satisfied with this relationship.

After exchanging a few words with Cen Qing, Sheng Jiu packed his things and went out with Lin Duo.

She went out openly and honestly, so naturally she needed to come back before the store opened.

Otherwise, what would happen if others found out there were two Sheng Jius?
There were already quite a few people watching Shengji, so Sheng Jiu had to be even more cautious in his actions.

When Sheng Jiu arrived, Uncle Liang was working.

Uncle Liang works as the purchasing manager at a garment factory.

Although he is currently on sick leave, there are still some things that require his signature and approval.

Therefore, sick leave cannot be stopped.

With the advancement of electronic communication today, there are countless things that can be done online.

So, is it inconvenient to work while on vacation at home?

That's impossible!

Upon hearing that Sheng Jiu had arrived, Liang Fu put down his work and came over with Cen Qing to greet Sheng Jiu as they entered.

The Sheng family owns a large, single-level apartment on the top floor.

After all, there are many people in the family.

Uncle Liang raised one child on his own, and Cen Qing later gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl.

The elderly members of the Liang family would occasionally come over for a short stay.

Therefore, the space is too small, and there is simply not enough room to accommodate everyone at home.

The house is spacious, and the living room is also very roomy.

Sheng Jiu brought Lin Duo along, so she didn't need to carry anything; Lin Duo was able to bring it up himself.

Sheng Jiu brought some ingredients from the store and also bought two boxes of milk and two boxes of health powder at the supermarket.

Sheng Jiu had never tried this before; it seemed like protein powder.
The sales staff were very enthusiastic in promoting the products, and the prices weren't exactly cheap. They also looked nice as gifts, so Sheng Jiu bought two boxes.

Cen Qing went over to take it, and Liang Fu smiled politely, "You're here, why bring anything? It's not easy for a young girl like you to earn money..."

Everyone was just being polite; nobody took it seriously.

However, the response still needs to be given.

Sheng Jiu exchanged a few polite words, but Cen Qing didn't say much.

In her opinion, Sheng Jiu's arrival, especially with so much stuff, was a source of pride for her. She was pleased with herself and naturally wouldn't say anything offensive.

However, Cen Qing was somewhat curious about Lin Duo, who had come with Sheng Jiu.

However, she couldn't ask directly in front of her man, fearing that Sheng Jiu wouldn't be able to answer, and the situation would become even more awkward.

Liang Fu also wanted to ask, but he was, after all, Sheng Jiu's stepfather, and one with whom he hadn't spent much time and whose relationship was just so-so. He wasn't sure if asking would upset Sheng Jiu.

Therefore, after hesitating, Liang Fu did not ask.

Sheng Jiu was unaware of the myriad thoughts flashing through their minds. She generously introduced Lin Duo: "Lin Duo is one of our shop's employees."

Upon hearing that it was a shop assistant, Cen Qing and Liang Fu felt much more at ease.

It's not that the two of them disliked Lin Duo.

This person looks fierce and cold; they don't seem like a good person. The child is of marriageable age and should be dating, but they've chosen someone who doesn't seem like a good person, and the adults are worried too.

Their situation is so awkward that they are too embarrassed to ask, and they can't go into detail about what they want to say.

Liang Fu worked hard in his early years and didn't take good care of his health.

Therefore, my poor digestive health is a chronic condition. In recent years, I have just taken care of myself when I feel unwell and indulged myself when I feel better.

However, being in a position like his, he has quite a few social engagements.

Fine food and alcohol have become a daily occurrence.

This time, the drinking caused a stomach hemorrhage. Under normal circumstances, it would take at least a year and a half to recover.

Even if you recover, you can't push yourself too hard.

However, Liang Fu estimated that he couldn't listen to that.

After all, if someone in that position doesn't compete or fight for anything, their position will likely be taken by someone else anyway.

With three children to support, Liang Fu couldn't possibly retire now and find a quiet job, content with a salary of a thousand or so yuan.

These things actually have little to do with Sheng Jiu.

She offered a few polite words of advice, and then the conversation turned to other things.

After going around in circles, the topic inevitably circled back to Shengji.

Cen Qing wouldn't actually ask these questions.

She didn't want Sheng Jiu to think that her sudden concern for her, as her mother, was for the sake of her shop or her money.

Therefore, it's best to ask as few questions as possible.

However, upon hearing that the shop was doing well, Cen Qing couldn't help but say, "You can't work too hard. If there are other ways to make a living in the future, you should look for them. The young lady's skin is getting damaged from being in the kitchen all the time."

Seeing Sheng Jiu's indifferent expression, Cen Qing knew that he didn't like what she was saying, so she stopped talking and didn't go any further.

Having just been scolded by her ex-sister-in-law a few days ago, Cen Qing is now very careful with her words.

If others said they would come knocking on her door, Cen Qing would probably just laugh it off.

However, if it were Lin Juan, Cen Qing would take it very seriously, because the other party would really come knocking on her door!

Liang Fu also wanted to advise Sheng Jiu that the young girl didn't need to work so hard.

He still holds onto old-fashioned ideas.

Of course, he treated Sheng Jiu this way, and he treated his own daughter the same way.

That's why Liang Yanru confronted him.

Liang Fu silently swallowed his words of advice, remembering the hurtful things his daughter had said to him before.

Forget it, young people don't like listening to their nonsense; they think they're old-fashioned.

However, Liang Fu felt that he was not an old-fashioned person.

Unfortunately, nobody understands!
Cen Qing originally wanted to stay for dinner, but Sheng Jiu said the restaurant was still open for business and she had to get back before it opened.

Hearing her say that, even Liang Fu felt embarrassed to stay any longer.

Even if the daily turnover is poor, it should still be enough to support the store's employees. Taking a lunch break would mean losing a lot of money.

Therefore, neither Liang Fu nor Cen Qing stayed.

After seeing Sheng Jiu off, Cen Qing felt a little sad.

Liang Fu understood her awkwardness and discomfort. He gently patted her shoulder and comforted her softly, "The child is grown up and has her own ideas, which is good. Don't think too much. The fact that she is still willing to come shows that she still cares about you as her mother."

Cen Qing understood this in her heart, but she just couldn't help feeling awkward.

In Lin Juan's words, it's like when you're young and you don't take care of your children, but when you're old and they're willing to take care of you, you start to complain.

The second update will be at 19 PM.