"Grandpa, Sister Xiao Yue never intended to return to the Lian Family." Let alone share the Lian Family's wealth. "The house you bought together on Jinyang Street and the restaurant, aren't they paid for with Lian Family's money?" Old Sir Lian said crossly. He might be old but not blind. He knew everything about the family; he just turned a blind eye to it. "That's really not the case." Lian Qingyang's mouth twitched as he explained, "That money was earned by Sister Xiao Yue. To be honest, I just rode her coattails." Old Sir Lian didn't believe it at all. Lian Qingyang elaborated, "I had some pocket money, you see, and I contributed a million to her. In just over two months, Sister Xiao Yue helped me earn back over a million." "The Jinyang Street property was bought with the earnings. Sister Xiao Yue returned the principal to me. You tell me, splitting the profits with Sister Xiao Yue, am I not the one benefiting?" Lian Qingyang spoke with pride, "Later on, Sister Xiao Yue even made me an extra hundred thousand. I think leaving money with Sister Xiao Yue is like a hen that lays golden eggs, much better than putting it in the bank." "Is she really that capable?" Old Sir Lian was impressed by the girl's ability to make money. He asked, "Isn't she from the countryside?" "Grandpa, what's wrong with growing up in the countryside? Sister Xiao Yue is incredibly talented. She was the top scholar of Jiang Province, the proudest student of her teachers at Jinghua University, not to mention she is also the clothing designer for Star Bright and Ming Yue." "Right, the clothes Sister Xiao Yue makes are so comfortable. Look, isn't this sportswear I'm wearing good-looking?" Lian Qingyang showed off his sports attire. Not only was it comfortable, breathable, and sweat-absorbing, but it also felt unrestricted to wear during exercise. "It is nice." Old Sir Lian felt the fabric on him. It was indeed comfortable. Hearing the sports attire was hand-made by Tang Yue, he couldn't help saying, "She really knows how to handle things." "Grandpa, don't think of Sister Xiao Yue like that. If it were someone else, they might care about the Lian Family, but Sister Xiao Yue refuses even to acknowledge her father." Lian Qingyang sighed, "Grandpa, you have no idea. It was so hard for me to get her to accept me as her brother." Old Sir Lian's gaze fell upon him, saying, "Your relationship with her seems to be better than with Qingqing." "Because Sister Xiao Yue deserves it." Lian Qingyang responded without hesitation. Old Sir Lian asked, "If you care about her so much, don't you wish for her to acknowledge her ancestry and return to the family?" Lian Qingyang's expression shifted. Old Sir Lian continued, "As long as you accept and are willing to be the successor, I will acknowledge her return." Before Lian Qingyang could respond, Old Sir Lian added, "She carries the blood of the Lian Family. Don't you want to fight for her rights?" "Grandpa, if it were anyone else, they would definitely fight for it, but Sister Xiao Yue is not that kind of person." Lian Qingyang shook his head, "I'll say it again, grandpa, putting the burden of the Lian Family on me is too heavy, and dad is still around." Lian Qingyang only liked gaming, only liked fighting, managing the Lian Family was really not his cup of tea. "Qingyang." Old Sir Lian was somewhat surprised by Lian Qingyang's refusal, which sparked a sudden desire to meet Tang Yue. There were many descendants of the Lian Family, but in his branch, there was only Lian He, his legitimate son, and Lian Qingyang, his legitimate grandson. No matter how good the other nephews and grand-nephews were, they couldn't compare to his own grandson. "Grandpa, your birthday is coming up soon. Just enjoy your birthday then." Lian Qingyang was well aware of Tang Yue's disposition. She didn't want to see anyone from the Lian Family. What if Old Sir Lian got upset with Sister Xiao Yue because Tang Yue wouldn't show up? Lian Qingyang changed the subject and said, "Grandpa, I know you like to practice Tai Chi, how about one day I ask Sister Xiao Yue to tailor a couple of sets for you?" "Who's asking for that." Old Sir Lian saw through Lian Qingyang's intention immediately and became quite curious about this Tang Yue, to whom Lian Qingyang was so protective. Lian Qingqing and Lian Qingyang could have been twins, but why is it that Lian Qingyang doesn't like her, and only favors this Tang Yue? Lian Qingyang didn't care about what Old Sir Lian said, thickening his skin, he said: "Grandpa, I know you like it, how about I accompany you for another walk?" "Sure." Old Sir Lian was cheered up by Lian Qingyang's coaxing. As for Lian Qingqing, Old Sir Lian didn't insist on her joining the birthday celebration; rather, it seemed he didn't notice her absence at all. A nervous Xiang Yazhi made numerous phone calls, but still couldn't change Lian Qingqing's mind. In the end, she could only pick an inkstone that Old Sir Lian liked. On the birthday, it was Xiang Yazhi who delivered the gift on behalf of Lian Qingqing. "Auntie, ever since Sister Qingqing went overseas, she hasn't come back for New Year. Could it be that she's also not coming back for grandfather's birthday?" Lian Qingzhi looked at the inkstone and couldn't help but say, "Isn't this inkstone something you helped pick out, Auntie?" "No packages have been received at home during this time, right?" Lian Qingling added. Lian Qingzhi and Lian Qingling are twins, two peas in a pod, a pair of charming flower-like sisters. Lian He has two male cousins, Lian Jun and Lian Ping, who are the sons of Old Sir Lian's younger brothers. After their parents died in a car accident, they were left to Old Sir Lian, who raised them to adulthood, to marry and have children of their own. Lian Jun has a daughter, Lian Qingxuan, who is already married, and a son, Lian Qinghang, who is currently managing a small company for the Lian Clan. Lian Ping has three children: his son Lian Qingfeng, who is studying at Hai City University, and two daughters who are the twins Lian Qingzhi and Lian Qingling. "How would that be possible, Qingzhi, Qingling, you must have misunderstood Sister Qingqing." Xiang Yazhi said with a gentle smile, calmly explaining, "Dad, this inkstone was prepared by Qingqing more than a month ago and has been sent back a long time ago." "Auntie, you mean to say Sister Qingqing already knew she couldn't make it back for Grandpa's birthday?" Lian Qingxuan, who was already married, suddenly spoke up, her face full of surprise, and then hurriedly apologized, "Auntie, I was just speaking off the cuff." Xiang Yazhi spoke in a heavy tone: "Qingqing is thoughtful, she had the present ready far in advance. Originally, she was going to make it back no matter what, but now... the competition she's in is already halfway through, it's really..." Xiang Yazhi was making excuses for Lian Qingqing. "Grandpa, Qingqing definitely didn't mean to miss coming back," said Lian Qinghang, who was already working. Lian Qingfeng echoed, "Yes, Grandpa, Qingqing is abroad, she truly can't help it." Old Sir Lian's expression didn't change at all, making it impossible to discern any happiness or anger as he said, "Let's have dinner." Xiang Yazhi quietly sighed in relief. As long as Old Sir Lian didn't get angry, there wouldn't be any problems for Qingqing. Once Qingqing came back, they could just as well sweet-talk Old Sir Lian then. ᴜᴘᴅᴀᴛᴇ ꜰʀᴏᴍ N0v3l.Fiɾe.net Old Sir Lian's birthday, even if it was just a normal, simple birthday, was still an occasion where the entire family clan showed up, except for the one missing person, Lian Qingqing.