Love belongs to the mountains and seas, I don't belong to you

The next day, Xiang Shao took Lin Cong to Xiang Lao's residence.

Along the way, Lin Cong asked questions everywhere and seemed very nervous.

"A Xiang, remember to remind me of what needs to be done, and if I do something wrong, just cough."

Xiang Shao held Lin Cong's hand and said, "Don't worry, it's okay."

"What should we talk about? It would be so awkward if we have nothing to say."

The more Lin Cong thought about it, the more nervous she became. After all, this was her first time meeting a parent, and it was a figure like Mr. Xiang.

"I'm here, don't be afraid."

"What if grandpa doesn't like me?" Lin Cong asked Xiang Shao.

"Believe me, grandpa will like it." Xiang Shao has been comforting Lin Cong.

The car arrived at Mr. Xiang’s residence.

After getting off the car, Lin Cong took a deep breath.

"Let's go."

Xiang Shao took Lin Cong's hand and squeezed it gently. When Lin Cong looked at him, he smiled back at her, as if telling her not to worry.

After entering, Butler Liu came to greet him, "Master, Miss Lin."

Lin Cong smiled and nodded, greeting Butler Liu.

This is a square living room with very retro furnishings.

Mr. Xiang was sitting on a chair made of golden nanmu wood.

The chair back is intricately carved with auspicious clouds and Ganoderma lucidum, while the armrests are a combination of openwork and inlay techniques.

Mr. Xiang sat upright, appearing to be of extraordinary bearing.

"Grandpa, we are here." said Xiang Shao.

Mr. Xiang nodded.

"This is Lin Cong, your granddaughter-in-law." Xiang Shao continued.

Granddaughter-in-law? So direct? Who would introduce their girlfriend like this when they first meet their parents?

Although he felt helpless, Lin Cong did not show it. "Hello, Grandpa. I'm Lin Cong."

"Please sit down." said Mr. Xiang.

"Thank you, grandpa."

Lin Cong sat down only after seeing Xiang Shao sit down.

Mr. Xiang always had a very serious expression, which made Lin Cong feel a little uneasy.

But she knew that she still had to say and do what she needed to say, otherwise it would appear impolite.

"Grandpa, I really don't know what gift to bring, so I made some snacks. I hope they suit your taste."

"And this is the plum wine my grandmother brewed. It tastes good. Try it."

Lin Cong handed over the snacks and wine, and Butler Liu took them.

"Okay, you are thoughtful." Mr. Xiang nodded with a smile.

"It's my duty." Lin Cong replied.

"I heard that you helped Ah Xiang a lot at Linchang?"

"It's not really helping." Lin Cong glanced at Xiang Shao, "Ah Xiang paid me a salary."

After listening, Xiang Shao looked at Lin Cong in confusion. He didn't know why Lin Cong mentioned this.

"Oh? How many were opened?" asked Mr. Xiang.

Lin Cong held up a finger and said, "About this much, but there are bonuses occasionally."

"That's not much. I heard you're busy every day at the Lin Factory, and it's very hard."

"Grandpa, I'm an assistant at the Lin Factory. An assistant's salary is supposed to be this much, and the assistant's duties are what I'm supposed to do. As for the other duties..."

Lin Cong didn't finish her words. She glanced at Xiang Shao and smiled, "I volunteered for the other work because I didn't want to see Ah Xiang working so hard."

Only then did Xiang Shao realize the purpose of Lin Cong's words.

She was telling her grandfather that she made money based on her own ability and did not rely on herself.

I didn’t expect any reward for the extra work I did, I just wanted to share the burden.

The implication of Lin Cong's words was to tell Mr. Xiang that she had no other intentions towards the Xiang family, and that she also had her own abilities.

After hearing this, Mr. Xiang began to look at Lin Cong with a new respect. He had thought that Lin Cong would curry favor with the powerful and do things according to his wishes.

These were completely beyond his expectations.

"Then this is Xiang's fault. You should have been given a raise," said Mr. Xiang.

"Does Grandpa think so too?"

Lin Cong looked at Mr. Xiang with a bright smile, as if seeking an answer.

A hint of doubt flashed in Mr. Xiang's eyes. Do you want me to make the decision?

"Ah Xiang, remember to give your assistant a raise later."

"Thank you, grandpa."

As soon as Mr. Xiang finished speaking, Lin Cong spoke directly.

Xiang Shao sat aside, suppressing his smile, thinking: Well, she is worthy of being his Cong Cong.

"Got it, Grandpa. I'll give this assistant a raise when I get back."

Xiang Shao coughed lightly and continued, "But Grandpa, what do you think is a suitable salary increase? And what status should it be increased based on?"

Old Xiang looked at Young Master Xiang. He felt that Young Master Xiang must be hiding some tricks.

"Is she an assistant? Or a granddaughter-in-law? There's a huge difference, and the salary increase is also different."

Elder Xiang glared at Young Master Xiang and said, "Of course it's my grandson's wife. Are you going to bring an assistant home to see me?"

Lin Cong reacted quickly and said immediately, "Thank you, Grandpa. I will definitely be a good wife to A Xiang in the future."

Lin Cong and Xiang Shao looked at each other, with smiles on their lips.

Butler Liu, standing by, also had a smile on his face. He thought to himself: This young couple is incredible. They've managed to trick Mr. Xiang into a trap by talking back and forth, and finally get the truth out of him.

Elder Xiang also realized at this point that this statement was an acknowledgement of Lin Cong's identity. He had been feigning seriousness, but was he being undone so quickly?

But he was very happy in his heart. Lin Cong was indeed smart, and her words and actions were neither humble nor arrogant, just right. She seemed to be a good girl.

Elder Xiang hit Young Master Xiang with his crutch and said, "You little bastard, you are deliberately plotting against me, aren't you?"

Xiang Shao covered his leg and said, "How could I plot against you? I also didn't ask you to give Lin Cong a raise."

"What? You still want me to give you a raise. Are you the boss and am I the boss?"

As he said this, Mr. Xiang gave Mr. Xiang another crutch.

Lin Cong sat beside him, covering her mouth and laughing. She also understood at this time that Mr. Xiang was not a serious person, and he was probably just pretending.

"Grandpa, your granddaughter-in-law is still alive, please give me some face!" Xiang Shao pretended to beg.

Mr. Xiang snorted and said, "For the sake of my granddaughter-in-law, I won't bother with you."

As soon as he finished speaking, Mr. Xiang's expression changed. He smiled kindly, "Lin Cong, right?"

"Yes, Grandpa, you can just call me Congcong. That's what my family calls me."

Family? Mr. Xiang nodded. He was becoming more and more satisfied with his granddaughter-in-law. "Stay for dinner. I'll ask them to prepare it."

"Okay, then I won't be polite." Lin Cong said with a smile.

"Come here, you little brat, and play chess with me." Old Xiang shouted.

Xiang Shao gave Lin Cong a look, indicating that she should just sit down and rest.

But Lin Cong still stood up and said, "Grandpa, let me make tea."

"Okay, okay." Mr. Xiang couldn't stop smiling.

Young Master Xiang and Old Master Xiang were playing chess on one side, while Lin Cong was making tea beside them.

Mr. Xiang would occasionally regret his moves, and Mr. Xiang would complain.

Mr. Xiang has been looking forward to this scene for decades, and now it has finally come.

With his daughter enjoying his happiness, Mr. Xiang felt that his family was finally complete.