Chapter 1491 - 1493

"Why aren’t you sleeping yet?" Zhao Xuran wiped his hair as he walked out of the bathroom and saw Gong Ruini holding a book and reading.

She had been nodding off on the way home, so why wasn’t she asleep?

Zhao Xuran didn’t understand why Gong Ruini was so interested in the book she had, and when he peeked, it turned out to be a psychology book.

Moreover, it was a psychology book about adolescent puberty. Was she planning to give Gong Ruzhi psychological counseling?

But does that kid really need someone to counsel him? Probably not.

Isn’t he adjusting quite well?

Did that little one take advantage of him being inattentive and act sweetly with Ni Zi?

Thinking about it, it seemed possible, and Zhao Xuran suddenly changed his expression.

"I’m researching this. If Xiao Hui can come to the United States, then there shouldn’t be a major issue; but if he can’t come to the United States, then there’s a problem."

What’s the problem with Wan Yihui coming to the United States? Zhao Xuran looked confused.

"I think Xiao Zhi will think a lot about it."

"After all, they grew up together."

"More importantly, he will think a lot." Gong Ruzhi appeared carefree at times, but he was actually very sensitive in his thoughts.

It’s fine when nothing happens, but when something does, he really starts to think a lot.

Zhao Xuran sighed lightly. Fortunately, the recent check-up showed that the situation was still within control or the expected range, which was good news.

At last, Gong Ruini could breathe a sigh of relief; otherwise, they wouldn’t even enjoy a peaceful New Year.

He always thought there wouldn’t be many troubles coming up, but he didn’t expect disasters to fall from the sky even when staying at home.

"You focus on him too much." Zhao Xuran knew it was excessive to say this, but he had to mention it.

"He’s my brother." If I don’t focus on him, who else should I focus on, especially since Xiao Zhi is still so young that he would overthink things when faced with issues, Gong Ruini didn’t see any problem.

"Doesn’t he handle things quite well at school?"

"This matter isn’t very big; the key is to see how Xiao Zhi thinks about it. When he first came to the United States, it was his own effort, while more importantly, Xiao Hui didn’t work as hard as him."

Even though Gong Ruzhi and Wan Yihui grew up together, even following behind Zhao Xuran and them step by step, they grew up.

However, it must be acknowledged that Wan Yihui didn’t work as hard as Gong Ruzhi, "If Aunt didn’t have kids, the Wan Family’s estate would all be his; how motivated do you think he could be?"

Zhao Xuran had seen it long ago, but how could he say anything?

If Wan Qiweng heard this, she definitely wouldn’t be pleased, not to mention, did she really not see it?

Maybe Wan Qiweng insisted on having a second child to pressure Wan Yihui.

"This..." Seeing through it wasn’t just Zhao Xuran, but he was the only one who directly said it.

"Does having a second child really work?" Zhao Xuran didn’t think Wan Qiweng’s method was necessarily right.

Although currently, the Wan Family was in all sorts of peace, that was also because the age gap between the two children was somewhat large.

"So, do you think Xiao Hui going to the United States is good or not?" Gong Ruini really hadn’t noticed these things, after all, Cai Ming’s youngest son Wan Yihong was still young.

Zhao Xuran probably didn’t have much contact with them, how could he know so much?

Gong Ruini was really curious, and these words carried a hint of instigation.

Upon saying this, Zhao Xuran casually put the towel into the basket for dirty clothes in the bathroom.

"How would I know? Each person has their own path and their own choices."

"If something goes wrong in the future, and it’s not as good as they expected, do I have to take responsibility?"

Gong Ruini pursed her lips, saying that a family leader, yet when really facing a problem, he starts to back down.

Oh, my wife, Zhao Xuran thought helplessly, "I also wanted to give some pointers, but considering the aunt’s firmness, do you think I could speak up?"

Didn’t you see even Cai Ming as the father didn’t step forward to express opinions, how could he have any stand to say something?

Well, Gong Ruini truly had nothing to say.

Putting down the book in her hand, she turned over to prepare to sleep.

"Not reading anymore?" Although the action of putting the book down was quite gentle, Zhao Xuran was still worried she felt upset.

Gong Ruini gave a hum, "Not reading anymore, it’s useless even if I do."

"If there really is a problem, it’s really beyond my control." Gong Ruini felt helpless.

Although she said this, Gong Ruini still felt uneasy. Without Wan Qiweng’s help, could they have so smoothly managed the business back then?

Right now, knowing they faced problems, and ones that involved the Wan family’s internal unity, Gong Ruini truly couldn’t remain indifferent.

But she didn’t know how to handle this matter, "What do you think we should do?"

"We can’t let the Wan Family fall into chaos." Moreover, since all the families are partners, if the Wan Family becomes chaotic, it could really lead to big trouble.

Compared to external enemy attacks, internal divisions could weaken the foundation faster.

If the Wan Family really falls into chaos, Zhao Xuran’s eyes showed a decisive glint; then, truly, everyone might not continue playing together.

Although everyone’s relationship was quite good, they couldn’t drag everyone in.

Zhao Xuran wanted to offer some help, but in front of Gong Ruini, he just couldn’t bring himself to say something he didn’t mean.

After a long silence, Gong Ruini understood what he meant to express.

"What should we do then?"

What should we do? Does asking him help? "It depends on their determination."

"Aunt focuses too much on Wan Yihong, and that kid’s quite sweet-tongued." Zhao Xuran had seen many times when the kid made Wan Qiweng beaming with smiles.

Wan Yihong was sweet-tongued, and Gong Ruini knew it; not many in the family didn’t like him.

"Who do you think Aunt likes more between Xiao Hui and Xiao Hong?"

Who Wan Qiweng likes, back then, Gong Ruini would quickly say it’s Wan Yihui, but now she really doesn’t know how to answer.

"Having favoritism leads to internal strife; back then, when mom favored Xiao Zhi, wasn’t she thinking of leaving the estate for Xiao Zhi? How did you feel then?" Zhao Xuran turned over and stared at Gong Ruini.

How did she feel back then, "Unfair, I felt unfair for my brother."

Even though it’s been a long time, every time Gong Ruini thinks back, she feels all kinds of powerlessness.

"Yeah, it was unfair, Xiao Zhi did well in that regard." Praise where praise is due.

"But Wan Yihong is not Gong Ruzhi; you don’t know how he’ll think."

"Or, Wan Yihui is also not Gong Ruwen; your brother had his own business early on, whether your parents’ estate was given or not, he could still live well."

In silence, Gong Ruini acknowledged this was quite true.

"It all depends on how your aunt and uncle manage."

Oh, biased parents, they really cause unending headaches, Gong Ruini rubbed her already aching head.

Handling such family matters is genuinely tougher than dealing with business affairs, more importantly, regardless of choice, it always feels like a thankless effort.

"We absolutely mustn’t be biased in the future." Before falling asleep, Gong Ruini reiterated this point to Zhao Xuran.