The voluptuous and beautiful nanny, Technician Shen fell for her.

After an unknown amount of time, Su Nianhe leaned against Shen Huai's chest, unable to even lift a finger.

Shen Huai slowly helped her get dressed, then took the coat that had fallen to the side and draped it over her shoulders, patting her back with his large hand.

"I'll drive you to class in the provincial capital tomorrow." He spoke calmly, as if the one who had just caused you trouble was someone else.

Su Nianhe glared at him, the blush on her cheeks still lingering.

Time flies by, and the calendar pages are torn off one by one.

Inside Building No. 2 in the municipal party committee compound.

Shen Wanshan sat on the sofa in the living room, drinking tea.

This year, the city's leadership is undergoing a normal transition. He is already 58 years old and it's almost time for him to retire. He can then enjoy the benefits of being a retired cadre in peace and quiet.

The landline phone on the coffee table was quiet.

Now, all those people outside are trying to pull strings and pass around the bush, all in an effort to get on the good side of Shen Huai, who wields considerable influence in the special economic zone and the provincial capital.

Shen Huai's construction and manufacturing businesses have flourished, making him one of the top bosses.

Liu Huizhen sat on the single sofa next to her, knitting a sweater.

She placed the ball of yarn on her lap. Before, when she went out to meetings, people would call her "Mayor's wife." Now, when she goes out, people surround her and ask about Shen Huai's company's business. Some even ask about the franchise opportunities for Su Nianhe's clothing factory.

They were happy that their son was doing well, but Liu Huizhen just couldn't quite put her finger on Su Nianhe.

Footsteps could be heard coming from the second-floor stairwell.

Wang Liping walked down in her leather shoes.

She was wearing a wool coat today, had curly hair, and was carrying a brown paper bag.

She glanced at her parents-in-law sitting in the living room, but instead of joining in, she turned and went straight into the kitchen.

Shen Tao was wearing an apron and chopping cabbage in the kitchen, preparing lunch.

Wang Liping walked over and slammed the brown paper bag onto the stove.

"Look how much money we've saved this month," Wang Liping said in a low voice, her tone full of complaint. "Your fixed salary as a section chief, plus my nurse's salary, isn't even enough to buy Ping An a few cans of good baby formula."

Shen Tao put down the kitchen knife and wiped his hands on his apron.

"We'll get through this slowly. Our company provides benefits, so we won't go hungry," Shen Tao said, habitually trying to smooth things over.

"As long as we don't go hungry, that's enough?" Wang Liping was furious. "Look at your own brother! Xiao Huai drives an imported car now, and that country nanny, Su Nianhe, wears such a fine jade bracelet when she goes out, surrounded by servants. Our family is now entirely dependent on Xiao Huai's wealth to maintain appearances, and you, as the eldest brother, are you content to just stay in the government office and wait for seniority every day?"

Shen Tao frowned.

"What can we do? Xiao Huai is capable; we can't go and make things worse."

"Who said we'd cause trouble?" Wang Liping was quick-witted. "Let's take out our savings and invest in Su Nianhe's clothing factory to get dividends. Or you can go to Xiao Huai and get him a nominal vice president position in the company in the special economic zone. We don't have to do any real work; we just get paid at the end of the year."

Shen Tao waved his hands repeatedly, not daring to bring it up.

Wang Liping glared at him with exasperation.

"If you won't go, I will! We're family, blood is thicker than water, I don't believe they'd have the nerve to kick me out."

Shen Tao refused outright, "You're not allowed to go."

Wang Liping should ignore her and turn away.

……

The courtyard on Nanqiao Road was filled with warmth.

The design studio next to the main building.

"The payment for the building materials in the special economic zone is settled today. I'm going to the bank and won't be back for lunch." Shen Huai took the scarf from the coat rack, put it on, and turned to look at her. "Zhu Yuanyuan said she'd bring you lunch from the state-run restaurant. Don't cook for yourself and get yourself into trouble."

Su Nianhe nodded obediently, watching him push open the glass door and stride into the wind and snow.

Not long after the door closed, a flurry of footsteps echoed down the corridor.

Zhu Yuanyuan, holding a large aluminum lunchbox, used her foot to push open the door to the design studio.

"Nianhe, a rare guest has come to the shop up ahead." Zhu Yuanyuan put her lunchbox on the table, chewing on half a meat bun. "Your sister-in-law, who works as a nurse at the city hospital, is here. She's been loitering around the counter for ages, touching and looking at everything, her eyes practically gleaming with greed."

Su Nianhe had just picked up half a red and blue pencil when she heard this and paused.

Wang Liping has always looked down on her younger brother and sister-in-law, who came from a rural background as a nanny. She usually acts arrogantly in the municipal party committee compound, but today she actually took the initiative to come to Nanqiao Road.

One doesn't visit the temple without a reason.

"Let her in." Su Nianhe put down her pencil.

She's no longer the nanny who used to live in the compound, constantly watching her neighbors' faces and trembling even while eating. Now, holding absolute control over the profits of the Huai Nian Garment Factory, she has the confidence to deal with any troublemakers.

Less than two minutes later, Wang Liping walked in wearing mid-heeled leather shoes.

She dressed up specially today, wearing a trendy short wool coat, with her hair permed, and carrying a handbag.

But as soon as she entered the design studio, Wang Liping's arrogance involuntarily diminished.

A thick wool carpet covered the floor, and exquisite fabric swatches hung on the walls. The room was so warm that one couldn't even wear a coat. Then, Su Nianhe sat behind a large desk.

Her face was fair and delicate, with a rosy complexion that looked like it could be pinched to release water. The green jade bracelet on her wrist was so beautiful it made one's eyes dizzy.

Wang Liping felt a surge of bitterness welling up inside her, but even if she had ten times the courage, she wouldn't dare to give Su Nianhe the cold shoulder like before.

Everyone in Jiang City knows how big Shen Huai's business is now.

This small courtyard on Nanqiao Road has long been a coveted place that no one dares to offend.

"Oh my, sister-in-law, this house is so warm and cozy, and the decoration is quite impressive." Wang Liping smiled broadly, pulled out a chair and sat down, her tone ingratiating. "I had a day off today, and since I hadn't seen you in a while, I came to visit you."

Su Nianhe stood up, picked up the enamel mug next to her, poured herself a cup of hot water, and pushed it in front of Wang Liping.

"Sister-in-law, what brings you here today? The shop in front is busy, so I haven't been able to entertain you properly. Have some hot water to warm yourself up." Su Nianhe's voice was gentle, but her words carried a businesslike politeness.

Wang Liping held her teacup, her eyes constantly glancing at the new blueprints on the table.

"Sister-in-law, I heard that our garment factory recently released several limited-edition spring coats, and they're sold out in department stores." Wang Liping tried to ingratiate herself, "Look at your sister-in-law, she works at the hospital every day and doesn't have any decent clothes. Could you spare a couple for her?"

Su Nianhe didn't even raise an eyebrow after hearing this.

She knew Wang Liping's greedy nature all too well. Now that she was coming to ask for the limited edition, it was obvious she wanted to get it for free.

"If your sister-in-law wants clothes, she can just go to the department store counter and pick them out," Su Nianhe said deftly. "However, those limited editions are indeed labor-intensive and expensive. They were all ordered from the provincial capital, and only a few were kept for Jiang City."

Wang Liping's face stiffened for a moment, then she rubbed her hands together with a dry laugh.

"Going to a department store would be too formal. We're all family. My sister-in-law is the boss; a little bit of clothing between her fingers is enough for my sister-in-law to wear."