Before he died, my grandfather forced me to marry the richest man in the capital.

Lan Yunchen spent an afternoon at the Ji family's residence, and finally rode in Ji Hancheng's car to pick up Tang Junyao from the hospital.

When Tang Junyao got into the car, she didn't pay attention to the seats in the back. As soon as she got in, she started talking to Ji Hancheng, "Hancheng, I feel like the two little ones in my belly will definitely weigh a lot when they are born. Look, they seem to have grown a lot these past few days, like balloons that have been blown up."

"Is your back starting to ache? If you're tired, Yao Yao, should we ask for a day off?"

"Am I that weak? Don't worry, if I really can't take it, I'll take leave. Between my child and my career, I'll choose my child."

You can't have your cake and eat it too most of the time. For example, right now, if you really can't handle it, you can only choose to take leave or resign.

A sudden yet familiar voice rang out, "You're just too stubborn."

Tang Junyao paused in fastening her seatbelt, then looked towards Lan Yunchen in the back seat, following the sound. "Brother, what are you doing in the car? Why didn't you say anything? I didn't even know."

"You can still see me? There are so many of you, I'm practically invisible."

There was a hint of sourness in Lan Yunchen's words. Before the car even started, Tang Junyao chose to temporarily abandon Ji Hancheng, opened the car door, and got out.

She didn't look pregnant at all. With light steps, she quickly opened the back door of the car and got in, taking Lan Yunchen's hand. "How could this be? Why didn't you tell me you were coming to pick me up?"

"I wanted to give you a surprise." As he spoke, Lan Yunchen tidied his sister's hair and glanced down at her stomach.

Lan Yunchen solemnly instructed again in the gentlest voice, "Yaoyao, your belly is getting bigger, and there's no end to the work. If you're really tired, don't push yourself. By the time you give birth, the research base will be almost open for business. Aren't you planning to go and manage it yourself?"

Lan Yunchen's original intention in establishing this base in the capital was actually to allow his younger sister to work in their own business without constraints or excessive fatigue.

Ji Hancheng had briefly mentioned this issue before, and Tang Junyao had indeed considered it. The Tang family business is currently managed by Lin Yuan, and he manages it very well. She doesn't understand business matters, and Ji Hancheng usually helps her with important decisions.

But the research base her brother sent was different; it was a group of elderly people learning and researching together, which she really liked. She started this line of work because of her mother, and later, seeing how she saved lives through her efforts, she felt that life had a lot of meaning.

She would be very happy if the research base could train more good doctors with top-notch skills in the future.

She didn't immediately refuse, saying, "Let me think about it some more."

"No rush, take your time to think it over. If you really don't like it, I'll find someone else to take care of it. You don't need to force yourself to do anything."

Tang Junyao rested her head on Lan Yunchen's body, took his arm, and smiled slightly, "Okay."

Ji Hancheng wasn't jealous this time. Looking in the rearview mirror, he smiled slightly. He thought it was a good thing that Yao Yao resigned. Staying at the research base would be easier, unlike the tiring work at the Imperial Hospital. But ultimately, it was Yao Yao's choice, and he wouldn't interfere with or hinder any of her decisions.

Just like Lan Yunchen said, if Yao Yao doesn't want to manage, she should find someone else to manage.

The car arrived at the Ji residence.

Tang Junyao hurriedly got out of the car, and the two men behind her frowned. Lan Yunchen and Ji Hancheng spoke at the same time, their voices filled with urgency, "Slow down."

Tang Junyao continued walking quickly, but she was also very careful, always watching the road. "Don't worry."

Ji Hancheng and Lan Yunchen, who were left behind, shook their heads.

Only Lan Yunxi and Xiaoyouzi were in the living room. Tang Junyao looked around after entering, "Xixi."

Lan Yunxi got up from the sofa and happily walked over, ready to give her a hug. But when she caught a glimpse of her sister's belly, she immediately calmed down and dared not do anything rash. She slowed her pace and movements a little. "Sister, you're back. I missed you so much."

Seeing her younger sister being so cautious, Tang Junyao reminded her, "It's okay, give me a hug. I'm not as fragile as you think."

"Mommy..." Little Youzi saw Tang Junyao holding Lan Yunxi and joined in the fun. Little Youzi's current weight was not suitable for Tang Junyao to pick up, as it would feel like she was falling.

"Sister, don't hug him. Mom said you can't hug Lele. I'll hug him."

As she spoke, Lan Yunxi squatted down, picked up Xiaoyouzi, and playfully pinched his nose, laughing heartily.

The little pomelo was uncomfortable, so I patted it open with my little hands. I continued, patting it open again, and I teased it several times.

Lan Yunchen's voice came from behind, "Xixi, stop it. Lele is going to get angry. Look, his little mouth is pouting."

Lan Yunxi and Tang Junyao laughed together, "Auntie was just teasing you, and you even pouted."

These words were spoken by Tang Junyao.

Perhaps hearing the commotion downstairs, the people upstairs also came down, and as if by prior arrangement, Ji Hang, who was outside the door, also came in.

The living room instantly became lively, filled with laughter and a harmonious, warm atmosphere.

With Yuan Shu's help, the old man came downstairs. "Girl, you're back. How are you feeling today? Are you tired?"

The whole family was worried that she would overwork herself, but she said, "Grandpa, I'm not tired."

The Lan family saw all these actions and were satisfied. They could see that the Ji family's affection for Yao Yao was genuine and not just for show, so they were very reassured.

For the bride's family, no matter how polite or thoughtful the in-laws are, nothing brings more joy than seeing their child treated well.

Tang Junyao ran over and called out, affectionately linking arms with the Lan couple, "Auntie, Uncle."

Seeing that everyone had arrived, the old man was worried that Yao Yao would be hungry after get off work, so he invited everyone to go to the restaurant for a meal. "Come on, let's eat and chat. We can't go hungry. We need to be full to have the energy to chat."

With his wife temporarily taken away, he could only go to his grandfather's side and help the old man towards the restaurant. Grandpa Ji jokingly said to his grandson, "Your presence is less noticeable now, isn't it?"

Ji Hancheng: "Save your energy scolding me, eat more later."

The old man was happy inside, his grandson's marriage was very happy, but he deliberately snorted in dissatisfaction, afraid that his grandson would become arrogant and complacent, just like before, and look down on everyone.

At the dinner table, Tang Junyao was the most cared for by the whole family; she was practically the darling of the family. The second was Xiaoyouzi, as both the Lan and Ji families were helping the mother and daughter peel shellfish and remove fish bones.

Halfway through the meal, the old man and Ji Hang tried to persuade them to stay at the Ji family's house, but Shen Muyun refused. Mainly, she had already promised the Han family and couldn't break her promise. Besides, Xixi also wanted to see Han Yue.

Tang Junyao understood, and the mediator said that Xixi had just gotten engaged and should indeed visit her future in-laws.

Lan Chumu said he would stay in the capital for a few days and could come to the Ji residence to play chess with the old man, which finally made the old man agree.

Inside the living room.

After everyone finished dinner, they said their goodbyes. Lan Chumu opened his suitcase and gave everyone the gifts he had brought. He gave the old man a chessboard, Ji Hang a custom-made leg massager, and Shen Muyun gave Yuan Shu a jade bracelet, which was obviously very valuable. Everyone received a gift, and Shen Muyun put a lot of thought into each one.

The old man couldn't stop smiling. Lan Chumu was giving him gifts that touched his heart. Calligraphy, paintings, and chess were the old man's favorite things.

When the old man felt upset, he would practice calligraphy; when he was in a good mood, he would find someone to play chess with.

Han Yue was very punctual; he arrived at the Ji residence to pick up the person shortly after finishing his meal.

At this moment, a minivan was parked in front of the Ji residence.

I heard a noise outside.

Butler Ji took a step to go and see, "Master, I'll go see who's here."

Ji Hancheng stopped him, knowing perfectly well who it was, "No need to go, they'll come in on their own."

Therefore, Steward Ji naturally did not go.

Sure enough, less than half a minute later, Han Yue came in carrying a gift box. "Hello Grandpa Ji, Uncle, Aunt, I've come to pick up Uncle and Aunt."

Seeing the large bags in Han Yue's hands, Tang Junyao nudged Lan Yunxi beside her, "Is this still the Han Yue I used to know? He's like a completely different person."

Lan Yunxi leaned close to Tang Junyao's ear and replied, "Brother Yue is very particular about etiquette. He never comes empty-handed. Mom has praised him many times."

Tang Junyao: ".............." So it's true that you can't judge a book by its cover; you can't judge a person's thoughtfulness just by their appearance.

Ji Hancheng joked, "Did you come here timing yourself with a stopwatch, or do you have someone in my house spying on you?"

Han Yue put the things down, not intending to argue with this guy.

"Come, come, Han family boy, sit down. You're getting more and more handsome, just like Han Yu. Our family will be related from now on. You and Xiao Cheng are brothers, so you'll be even closer now. Okay."

The old man's eyes were full of smiles as he nodded affectionately.

After a few minutes, the entire Lan family got up to leave for the Han family, and the Ji family members saw them off.

As they reached the door, Lan Yunchen said to Ji Hancheng, "Take me to the hotel. I won't go over there. I'll go tomorrow; I have something to do tonight."

The first sentence was addressed to Ji Hancheng, and the second sentence was addressed to Han Yue.

Watching the car drive away, the old man sighed again, saying that he was getting old and the young people were all getting married. "Xiao Cheng's childhood friends are all getting married now. I have to admit I'm getting old. They're all quite outstanding. The Han family's son is a lucky man. Xi Xi is a cute and smart child. They really struck gold."

Yuan Shu picked up Xiaoyouzi from the ground and said to Tang Junyao, who was still standing at the door, "I'm taking Lele to take a bath. Be careful when you take a bath, or you can wait for Acheng to come back before you take a bath."

Tang Junyao replied with a smile, "Mom, it's okay. Hancheng has already put down a non-slip mat in the bathroom. I'll be careful."

Yuan Shu replied succinctly, "Mm."

Traffic jams on the roads of the capital city.

Han Yue drove his car steadily toward the Han family home, driving very smoothly.

Lan Chumu and Shen Muyun sat in the back seat, while Lan Yunxi sat in the front passenger seat. The two young people hadn't seen each other for over a month, and they understood.