Chapter 1933: Not For Love (1)
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Qi Lei and Dongfang Liuyun exchanged a look as soon as Dongfang Shuman said this. Dongfang Liuyun then replied softly, “Grandmother, take care of yourself. We’ll go back when we’re free.”
Dongfang Shuman glanced at her and asked calmly, “Has your mother come to look for you? I heard that she’s very busy recently?”
“Mother has decided to leave the legal world. She’s been busy with the handover of work these days. “My father may be back in a few days. Mother has decided to stay by his side and focus on being the company’s legal consultant. Staying by Father’s side would also reduce the pressure on Father.”
Dongfang Liuyun recalled what Song Siting had said before and was filled with emotions. For Song Siting to have clarity in thought and come to such a compromise was not an easy thing. Perhaps it was also because she had a very deep relations.h.i.+p with Dongfang Gan, when it came to Dongfang Gan, Song Siting could not remain calm.
Hearing this, Dongfang Shuman’s tensed old face eased up a little. “She still has some conscience. Your father has done many things for her. If she only knows how to ask for things, then she is not worthy of being your mother. She is even less worthy of being the daughter-in-law of our Dongfang family.”
“Grandmother has a deep prejudice against Mother. I have always known this, but Mother has also hoped that you can sincerely accept her all these years.”
Dongfang Liuyun thought for a moment and could not help but speak up for Song Siting.
“Some people forgive her too easily, and she will never realize her mistake. You know what kind of person your Mother is best. She is the kind of person that even your father wants to control. The things she has experienced make her self-esteem stronger and more sensitive than the average person. She is so rude to me. Do you think I can be magnanimous enough to tolerate her?”
Dongfang Shuman said disapprovingly, “I have to kill her spirit. You have to think about this kind of person. There must not be such an employee in the company. Otherwise, it will be very detrimental to the management of the company. If you want to control it, it will be very difficult. What the company needs is a harmonious group and not a person who stands out from the crowd. It’s the same for the Dongfang family.”
“Don’t blame me for saying it so harshly. If you don’t accept it, you can only blame yourself for being born into a family like the Dongfang family.”
Dongfang Shuman’s tone was naturally very sharp, causing Dongfang Liuyun to feel that it was very piercing to the ear. However, she could not deny that her words were indeed very reasonable. Was she, Dongfang Liuyun also unable to control herself?
Unless, she, Dongfang Liuyun, was willing to go out on her own and admit that she was no longer a descendant of the Dongfang family. However, this was impossible because her roots were here. Moreover, if her late grandfather knew about this, he would definitely not forgive her.
“Mother is actually quite good to Father. It’s just that it’s not an easy thing to make her accommodate in such a short period of time. She has always liked her job, so…”
“I don’t accept any excuses. Your Father is just too indulgent with her. All these years, because of your Father, I haven’t really made things difficult for her. I just hope that one day, she can think clearly and stand on her own side. Otherwise, do you think that with my methods, it would be difficult for me to get her to get out of the Dongfang family?”
Dongfang Shuman’s aged tone was very sonorous. Dongfang Liuyun was also stunned when she heard it—
She naturally knew that what Dongfang Shuman said was true. She was very clear about her grandmother’s iron hand!
“I couldn’t believe that she was still too self-righteous. Not only did she not think it through clearly, she even became even worse. Back when your father married her, I had hoped that she could join the Dongfang Group, but she insisted on going out and starting her own law firm. Hmph, this kind of person is too selfish.”
Speaking of Song Siting, Dongfang Shuman was still extremely dissatisfied. If it were not for her son liking her, she would not have been able to tolerate Song Siting.
“Grandmother, it’s been so many years. Mother and Father are used to each other. Moreover, women always want to have their own careers. Just like now, when I married Qi Lei, I didn’t enter Tai Yu Corporation but stayed in Dongfang Group, right?”
Dongfang Liuyun could not say anything. From another perspective, it seemed to make sense. However, some of Song Siting’s actions did disgust her.
“I won’t say anything about the responsibility she should be taking on. If your mother still won’t consider the two of you, then she really needs to reflect on herself.”
“Grandmother, have some snacks.”
Sensing that the atmosphere was not right, Qi Lei quickly broke the deadlock and spoke in a timely manner. As he spoke, he moved the snacks in front of him over. “Liuyun doesn’t really like food that’s too sweet, not sure if Grandmother is used to it.”
At this moment, the two of them stopped talking. Dongfang Shuman averted her gaze and glanced at Qi Lei before speaking, “You know about these things anyway. If her mother feels that she’s not easy to get along with, you don’t have to bother with her. Since you’ve become my Dongfang family’s grandson-in-law, you have to think about Liuyun more. Sit with your father often. It’s always good to talk about some business matters.”
Dongfang Shuman did not reject Qi Lei anymore. In fact, she had originally come to ask about the matters in the newspapers, but looking at the couple now, nothing seemed to have happened. When she came over, she even heard from Ah Cai that the two of them had even filmed a daily life music video this morning. It was probably to clarify this matter. Dongfang Shuman heaved a sigh of relief.
“Got it. Thank you for your concern, Grandmother.” Qi Lei replied humbly.
“He has a good relations.h.i.+p with my father. He’s even better than my daughter. Don’t worry, Grandmother.”
When she mentioned Qi Lei and Dongfang Gan, Dongfang Liuyun could not help but feel a little jealous. Sometimes, Dongfang Gan would call Qi Lei directly when he came back. There was no need for him to call her.
Hearing this, Dongfang Shuman was also a little surprised. She looked at Qi Lei very seriously—
She did not expect Qi Lei and Dongfang Gan to get along so well?
That was good too. At least, she, Dongfang Shuman, thought well of Qi Lei. This way, Dongfang Gan would not have to work so hard.
“Since that’s the case, I’m relieved. In addition, Rou’er is going to have her wedding with Jin Sheng soon. You should make proper preparations. Your wedding will need to be held later. You should also appear with your father during your wedding. After all, the Dongfang Corporation will still be in your hands.”
Dongfang Shuman felt her energy decreasing. She had too many things to worry about. She had to hurry up with these things. Otherwise, she did not know how long she could hold on.
“Hmm, is Aunty coming back?”
Dongfang Xue, the daughter of Dongfang Shuman and Elder Dongfang, had always been doted on by Dongfang Shuman.