Hard work after winning the lottery

She never imagined that her daughter-in-law, who was decisive and efficient in the business world and gentle and resilient in front of Yan Jin, had grown up like this.

Like a wild grass, even when pressed down by a boulder, it stubbornly pushes its way out of the cracks and blooms.

"This child has had it so tough."

Lin Yi sighed softly and picked up the dough again.

This time, she kneaded it with extra care, as if she wanted to knead all her belated maternal love into this sweet candy bag.

"From now on, she will be the apple of our Zhou family's eye, and we will never let her suffer again."

Lin Yi said in a low voice, her tone firm.

The three women in the kitchen grew closer because they all loved the same person.

After dinner, the yard became the children's playground.

The three little ones completely let loose and completely won over their grandparents.

Si'an is a quiet person, much like a smaller version of Zhou Yanjin.

He was holding an insect net in his hand and had a small magnifying glass hanging around his neck.

"Grandpa, look."

Si'an walked up to Zhou Ye, who was resting in a rattan chair, and carefully opened her palm.

In the palm of my hand lay a bright green beetle.

Zhou Ye quickly put down his teacup and leaned over to take a look.

"What is this?"

"This is a copper-green gold beetle."

Si'an pushed up glasses that weren't actually on her nose and began to give a serious explanation.

"It's in the order Coleoptera, family Scarabaeidae. Grandpa, look at its back; it has a metallic sheen, isn't it beautiful?"

The little guy's voice was childish, but clear and logical.

Zhou Ye was stunned.

Looking at his grandson's face, which resembled his son's so much, he felt as if he were seeing Zhou Yanjin as a child.

No, she's even cuter and smarter than Yan Jin was when she was little!

"Yes! Beautiful! Absolutely gorgeous!"

Zhou Ye was so happy that he slapped his thigh, completely ignoring the bug crawling onto his expensive clothes.

"Our Si'an will definitely be a great scientist in the future!"

Zhou Ye picked up Si'an and put him on his lap. Even though it was just an insect, it became a treasure in his eyes at that moment.

On the other side, Sile was snuggling in Lin Yi's arms.

"Grandma, let me sing you a song."

Lin Yi's heart melted, and she quickly took out her phone to record a video.

"Great! Grandma loves listening to Lele sing."

"A flock of ducks swam by under the bridge in front of the gate..."

A child's innocent voice rang out in the courtyard, a little off-key, but full of childlike charm.

As Lin Yi listened, tears almost welled up in her eyes.

Her hand holding the phone trembled slightly.

How many such moments has she missed over the years?

After the song ended, Si Le put her arms around Lin Yi's neck and gave her a quick kiss on the cheek.

"Grandma, did you like it?"

"It's beautiful! This is the best song Grandma has ever heard!"

Lin Yi hugged her grandson tightly, wishing she could present him with the best things in the world.

The most lively place was undoubtedly Si Tao's side.

This child is as energetic as a little motor.

"Grandpa! Grandma! Come and catch me!"

Sitao ran very fast in the yard, like a gust of wind.

He pulled Zhou Ye and Lin Yi up and they started playing eagle catching chicks.

Zhou Ye plays an eagle, while Lin Yi protects the three chicks behind him.

"The eagles are coming!"

Zhou Ye lunged at him, baring his teeth and brandishing his claws, his movements exaggerated and comical.

Chairman Zhou, who is usually serious and dignified, completely abandoned his image at this moment.

He dodged and weaved in the yard, panting heavily, his forehead covered in sweat, but his smile was brighter than ever.

"Ah! Run! Grandma, help!"

Si Tao screamed and laughed, hiding behind Lin Yi.

Lin Yi, wearing the high heels meant to match her dress, ran somewhat unsteadily, but she held tightly to protect the children behind her.

"Don't be afraid! Grandma will protect you!"

Her hair was messy, and her makeup was a bit smudged, but the light shining in her eyes was more dazzling than any jewel.

The courtyard was filled with laughter and chatter, startling the sparrows in the trees.

On the second-floor balcony, Zhou Yanjin and Hua Yun stood side by side.

Zhou Yanjin gently wrapped his arms around Hua Yun's waist from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder.

The two watched quietly as this heartwarming scene unfolded downstairs.

The sunlight shone on them, gilding them with a layer of gold.

"It seems that your uncle and aunt really like this place and also really like the children."

Hua Yun said softly, her tone carrying a hint of relief.

She had worried that such family differences would create a rift.

But now it seems that love can fill all the gaps.

Zhou Yanjin felt a sense of peace as he smelled the faint scent of shampoo in her hair.

"yes."

His deep voice rang in her ear.

"This is probably the day they've laughed the most in the last twenty years."

In the vast arena of fame and fortune within the elite, everyone lives behind a mask.

Only here, on this pristine land, and in the face of blood ties, did they let down their guard and become their most authentic selves.

Zhou Yanjin tightened his arms slightly, holding the person in his arms even closer.

"Yunyun, thank you."

Thank you for giving me a home, thank you for giving me such a lovely child, and thank you for bringing my parents back their long-lost happiness.

Hua Yun turned her head, looked into his deep eyes, and smiled slightly.

"fool."

She touched his cheek with her other hand.

Downstairs, the group of people who had played were resting on small stools.

Zhou Yinchuan held a cup of hot tea in his hand, looking at his son and daughter-in-law who were covered in sweat but still couldn't stop smiling, and then at his great-grandson who was chattering around them.

The old man's gaze became distant and profound.

He turned his head and looked at Hua Mutou, who was sitting to the side smoking a pipe.

The two elderly people, who had experienced many hardships, achieved a kind of spiritual resonance at this moment.

"Old Hua."

Zhou Yinchuan's voice was somewhat hoarse, filled with endless emotion.

"Look at them."

He pointed to the harmonious atmosphere in the center of the courtyard.

"How wonderful."

These three simple words contain so many emotions.

There was a sense of relief, a feeling of being moved, and a sense of relief at having accomplished a mission.

"We old bones have toiled away our whole lives, what was it all for?"

Zhou Yinchuan took a sip of tea, his eyes moist.

"Isn't it all about having many children and grandchildren, and a harmonious and prosperous family?"

"To see this scene today, to see my children and grandchildren like this, my life has been worthwhile."

It was definitely worth it.

Upon hearing this, Hua Mutou tapped the tobacco pipe in his hand against the sole of his shoe.

He nodded in deep agreement.

On that weathered, wrinkled face, every furrow smoothed out.

Like the most brilliantly blooming wild chrysanthemum on a hillside in autumn.

"Yes, it was worth it."

Hua Mutou watched all of this with a smile.

"As long as the children are doing well, we're happy... what's that word again?"

He's trying to use fancy words again.

Zhou Yinchuan laughed and picked up the conversation.

"Perfect!"

"Yes! Perfect!"