It's already 2026, how can we still talk about having many children and having many blessings?

Chen Mo was puzzled when he heard Gu Qingyao's words.

Another full moon celebration?

However, this private family dinner is probably the kind that is not open to the public.

I wonder if it's Xiao Twelve?

"Tell me what you want, and then you and your uncle can go."

Gu Qingyao explained the other party's situation over the phone.

Sure enough, he was the grandson of a big shot in the province.

It's highly likely to be the twelfth child.

For families of that caliber, gifts shouldn't be too ostentatious, nor too meager; something like a peace pendant would be just right.

"Honey, this important person is my dad's old friend in the system. He helped us a lot during the Hongsheng incident."

"My dad said he didn't talk to him much about your existence, but this morning, the other party suddenly asked you to come over. I guess it's because the news about Xu Heng got out."

Chen Mo was surprised.

They specifically requested that he come over?

I guess it's thanks to the S-class files again?

Such an important person must be very well-informed.

"Okay, I'll get ready."

After breakfast, Chen Mo went to Jubaozhai.

Jubaozhai is still quite popular with customers.

Three female saleswomen were at the counter, explaining and promoting products to customers.

Luo Na sat at the cashier's counter, and her eyes lit up when she saw Chen Mo.

"Mr. Chen is here."

"Yes, Rona, you're back. How did your mother's surgery go?"

When I came before the New Year, Yu Linglong said that Luo Na had gone back to take care of her mother.

"Everything went smoothly, and she has been discharged from the hospital and gone home. Thank you, Mr. Chen, for helping me earn money for my mother's medical expenses."

Lorna was filled with gratitude.

"It's alright, where's Linglong?"

"She recently landed a big order and spends all her time at the workshop, so much so that she doesn't even have time to eat."

"Okay, you're busy, I'll go find her. Oh, by the way, some important guests are coming this afternoon, have them come to the workshop to find me."

The workshop was in the backyard. Chen Mo pushed open the door and was immediately greeted by the smell of jade powder.

Yu Linglong was sitting at her workbench, staring blankly at a piece of raw stone, her brows furrowed, the carving knife in her hand hovering in mid-air.

Her hair was messy, tied in a loose ponytail, with a few strands hanging down to the side of her face, and she had heavy dark circles under her eyes.

"Linglong, are you having trouble?"

Yu Linglong was startled. When she looked up and saw it was him, her face lit up with joy. She quickly put down her carving knife and tidied her clothes and hair.

"Master, what brings you here?"

Oh no, I'm going to die! Why did Master suddenly appear? And what a hideous sight I am...?

Chen Mo helped her fix her hair. "You have panda eyes. Tell me about it."

"Master, I recently took on a project. The client has high requirements, and I've been thinking about it for a long time but haven't found a good approach."

She explained the situation.

It turned out that after Chen Mo taught her a few moves last time, she improved very quickly and gradually gained some fame in the nearby jade street.

Repeat customers referred friends, and orders kept increasing, but she was already finding it difficult to handle carving and polishing all by herself.

We have several orders backlogged, and some of them have particularly high requirements.

"Why didn't you tell me, you silly girl?"

"Master, you're in big business. Jubaozhai's business is so small, we wouldn't dare bother you."

Yu Linglong lowered her head. "Besides, I want to manage on my own. I can't rely on you for everything."

"You are my disciple. If you encounter any difficulties in the future, feel free to come to me."

Chen Mo walked to the worktable. "Come on, now, I'll teach you."

He initiated the passing down of skills from renowned masters.

In an instant, his thoughts became clearer than ever before, and he had a very clear understanding of the techniques, knife skills, and composition concepts of jade carving.

He began to explain, and it seemed as if a magical force field was formed starting from his mouth.

It seems that Yu Linglong has been activated.

Her hand, which had been gripping the carving knife tightly, slowly relaxed, and her eyes grew brighter.

She understood every point Chen Mo made immediately, and could apply it instantly. Her carving knife moved with effortless grace.

"Here, don't cut straight with the blade; push it sideways, utilizing the natural texture of the jade..."

"Uh-huh!"

"Don't end the lines too abruptly; leave a lingering effect, allowing the eye to follow the line..."

"knew!"

Jade dust flew everywhere, and Yu Linglong's movements became increasingly fluid, as if she had entered a state of complete absorption.

It's like when an artist enters a state of sudden enlightenment.

I was busy until noon, and all the backlogged orders were finally completed.

Yu Linglong put down her carving knife, shook her aching wrist, and looked at the rows of jade carvings on the table with disbelief on her face.

"My God, Master, it's so amazing... As soon as you said it, it was like I had an epiphany. My mind became very clear, and all the things I couldn't understand before became clear."

Chen Mo is very satisfied with the results of the mentorship program.

He picked up a newly carved jade piece and examined it. Although the carving technique was still somewhat immature, the composition and artistic conception were already quite well-structured.

Yu Linglong already had a good foundation, and after this morning of enlightening instruction, her skills improved by two levels.

He's considered a master in the industry.

"It's because you have good aptitude."

He put down the jade piece and glanced at her wrist.

"You've carved so many at once, your hands must be sore, right? Let me give you a massage and acupuncture."

Chen Mo took her hand, turned it over and looked at it. It was quite white, but the calluses on her fingers were very thick.

She instinctively tried to pull back, but Chen Mo firmly held her down.

He pressed his fingers on the acupoints and massaged them, then took out silver needles and inserted them into several key acupoints.

Looking at his focused face, Yu Linglong suddenly felt her eyes well up with tears, and the little deer in her heart started to pound again.

My master is so gentle... Sigh, it seems he doesn't have those kinds of feelings for me, he just admires my talent.

But I think I've fallen in love with him. Ever since the auction, I've wanted to see him every day, and I even have erotic dreams about him...

"If I had to choose one man in this life, it would be him," Rona said. "I need to take the initiative, create some ambiguity, and let things fall into place naturally..."

Chen Mo read the words above her head without changing his expression.

He adheres to the "three no's principle": no initiative, no refusal, and no responsibility.

"That's about enough, does it still hurt?"

Yu Linglong came to her senses, her ears turning bright red. "It doesn't hurt anymore, thank you, Master."

"Okay, come on, I'll teach you some basic movements now. Do them every day, and your hands will become more flexible and your wrists will be stronger."

He taught Yu Linglong the basic techniques of the "Linglong Mending the Sky Hand".

With the guidance and support of a renowned master, Yu Linglong quickly grasped the essentials.

After a simple lunch, Chen Mo began carving the safety buckle he would use that afternoon.

Since it's a gift for a child from that kind of family, the jade carving shouldn't be too flashy; it should be tasteful.

He chose a piece of glutinous ice-type white jade, with a warm and smooth texture and a soft, non-glaring color.

A small lingzhi mushroom was carved, with a few auspicious clouds beside it, and the two characters "Peace and Harmony" were carved at the bottom.

It is both a blessing for the child and a symbol of what their social circle cares about most.

Two hours later, it was finished.

At that moment, Rona brought her people in.

Qin Tianping walked at the front, followed by Sun Zhengqing and others, as well as several new faces.

Those new faces were clearly important people, but why did they have such cold expressions and angry, hostile eyes?

He activated his mind-reading ability and immediately understood.